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Thailand redefines Luxury Tourism in 2025

BANGKOK – Thailand is poised to redefine luxury tourism in Asia by 2025, with branded residences, regenerative wellness, and culinary tourism shaping its ascent as a premier luxury destination. Experts at the Thailand Tourism Forum (TTF) 2025, held at the … Continue reading Thailand redefines Luxury Tourism in 2025

PATA continues research work with Hong Kong University

BANGKOK/HONG KONG – The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has announced the renewal of its partnership with The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) for an additional three years, extending their collaboration on the publication of the highly regarded Asia Pacific … Continue reading PATA continues research work with Hong Kong University

Trump’s Defense Secretary Nominee Stumbles Over ASEAN

WASHINGTON – In a tense and revealing moment during the confirmation hearing for the Trump administration’s newly nominated Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, struggled to name the ten member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The exchange … Continue reading Trump’s Defense Secretary Nominee Stumbles Over ASEAN

Chinese Actor’s Abduction Sparks Tourism Crisis

BANGKOK – The abduction of Chinese actor Wang Xing in Thailand has dealt a significant blow to the country’s tourism industry, particularly ahead of the peak Lunar New Year travel season. Wang’s disappearance from Mae Sot, a Thai border city, … Continue reading Chinese Actor’s Abduction Sparks Tourism Crisis

Southeast Asia Expects Another Monsoon Downpour

SINGAPORE – Heavy rains, strong winds, and the threat of flash floods loom over Singapore, Malaysia, and neighboring parts of Southeast Asia as the region experiences the second monsoon surge of the year. The Meteorological Service Singapore (MSS) has forecast … Continue reading Southeast Asia Expects Another Monsoon Downpour