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Overtourism, high hotel prices and crowded tourist sights are still an issue in 2026 like Bali and Phuket as popular beach destinations So many travelers are now beginning to look for beautiful, yet relatively less busy coastal locations which can offer not only luxury, but escape from the chaos of tourism, culture and scenic beauty. One of the largest gains …

Travel in Southeast Asia has changed again, and when you’re in the bustling city of Ho Chi Minh, a new administrative hurdle has come between you and the first bowl of true Pho. Since the 15th of April 2026, the Vietnam Immigration Department has officially switched from manual processing to a mandatory pre-arrival registration system. The whole digital revolution is …

The tourism boom that began this year is hard to miss this May, even in the crowded airport lines at immigration or at the stretch of the beach where the cafés are packed from morning until late. Da Nang international airport is currently serving much more than planned, according to recent reports. Thousands of visitors are arriving each day for …

The days of Southeast Asian travel for Indians have truly arrived. At the moment, Thailand and Malaysia have both agreed on long-term extensions of their visa-exempt policies, making spontaneous travel to Bangkok or Kuala Lumpur even simpler. There is added digital compliance, however, for this convenience. Unlike days gone by when you had to go to an embassy, omission of …

This May, travel searches in Southeast Asia are igniting on islands, with two countries dominating the space: Phu Quoc and Bali. Both islands offer tropical beaches, lux resorts and memorable sunsets, but budget has become an ever more important consideration for travelers before choosing one. For travelers who don’t want to shell out hundreds for a May trip, the gulf …

In 2026, “Land of the Pink Lotus” Vietnam is taking center stage, bringing the Mekong Delta to a dreamy era of pink flowers, floating boats, lit up streets and lotus-themed food. If there was one thing that was attracting travelers from all over Asia this May, then it would be Dong Thap, which is one of the most photo worthy …

2026 is set to witness nothing short of a travel revolution in Asia. Bali and Phuket were for years synonymous with an urban lifestyle, featuring beach clubs and luxurious resorts, with their tropical nightlife. However, today, more travelers are looking to cooler climates, less noisy travel experiences, and more culturally significant travel destinations. Based on the latest tourism data from …

Kuala Lumpur is entering the active stages of history today, the KL Festival 2026 officially marks the beginning on May 6. The historic centre of the city will become a gigantic outdoor stage consisting of performances, installations and community-related experiences over a period of 26 days. This citywide event is on until May 31 and will include more than 80 …

Whether it is a trip that you are planning to make to Vietnam at the moment, you might want to take a breath before confirming your flights. By May 5, 2026, travelers are reporting severe delays in the Vietnam E-visa processing system, with many applications in the queue of In Processing stuck longer than indicated. A seamless 3-5 working day …

The crown of Asian tourism has officially been regained. The current TripAdvisor awards, the Travelers’ Choice: Best of the Best, have given Angkor Wat first place in Asia. Still beating off the stiff competition from the Bali and Tokyo UNESCO World Heritage sites, the architectural grandeur of the UNESCO World Heritage site in Siem Reap continues to enthrall millions of …