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Memorial Day is a holiday of the United States, however it has an effect beyond the US. The event has a substantial impact on the Philippines’ large BPO and remote working sectors. There are many thousands of Filipino workers that help American companies engage in customer service, technical support, virtual assistance, and even freelance working. Because Memorial Day’s ties to …

In Southeast Asia, the push for frictionless travel is still on. The Cambodian Government Tourism Authority has officially completed the most ambitious entry framework it has ever had since the border was reopened to global tourism. The strategic deployment of the plan is to remove traditional barriers to entry of the regional economies to high-yield traveler segments. The programme starts …

The 2026 edition of Summer Game Fest is now officially back as this is the largest gaming industry event every year in the summer. Backed by the host Geoff Keighley again, it has returned as an up-to-date replacement for E3. It’s exactly the same as the shows last year, but this year, the award show is going to the world-famous …

When travelling to Southeast Asia, it is important to know the rules and regulations to avoid getting slapped with large fines on your doorstep. In Vietnam, there is currently a huge revolution in the field of public health and environmental protection. These new laws are local rules, which need to be addressed immediately by international travellers. Vietnam has significantly strengthened …

The Da Nang International Fireworks Festival 2026 is kicking back off again May 30 – July 11, 2026. Thousands of international tourists and locals converge on the Han River each year to see top-notch pyrotechnic teams light up the night sky. The theme of this year’s competition is `Da Nang – United Horizons. This year the production is expected to …

Millions of tourists are coming to the terraced rice fields of Ubud and the limestone cliffs of Ha Long Bay as Southeast Asia enjoys an unprecedented influx of international visitors. To “capture” this raging market, numerous tour agents and digital agencies have gotten the message to the web with seemingly unbeatable “all-inclusive” vacation offers. On the surface, these combined offers …

Cebu Mangoes Festival 2026 is set to be celebrated from 22 to 31 May 2026 atop the City of Cebu’s world-famous mangoes, filling up The Mactan Newtown with a large festival zone. Celebrate the island’s agricultural past during this year’s theme of “A Sweet Journey,” which features hands-on activities, cultural shows, mango-themed challenges and food fairs. The festival is expected …

Phu Quoc is quickly emerging as one of the hottest island vacations in Southeast Asia in 2026. The island is famous for its white-sand beaches, cheap seafood, and tropical landscape, making it a favorite among travellers who are looking for an alternative to the overcrowded Bali and Phuket. While one can enjoy the island in a resort-like splendor of luxury, …

Da Nang International Fireworks Festival is back for 2026 with the largest edition yet. This world-famous summer event will bring an awesome display of utilizing the massive pyrotechnic battle, live music and a newly designed Mega Dome stage on the Han River water-front in Da Nang. This year, DIFF 2026, which will be held under the Banner “Da Nang – …

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 …