Travel & Tourism news, views, and reviews. A closer look at developments in sustainable and eco-friendly travel across Southeast Asia and beyond
Latest South East Asia tourism news, events, and stories. From culture to cuisine, nature to nightlife, gain insights for your next adventure. Must see destinations and must stay accommodation. Helpful updates and articles to help you plan your perfect trip.
From September 2025, all visitors to Indonesia’s most popular destination must complete a new digital entry form within 72 hours of arrival – here’s everything you need to know to avoid delays at immigration. Planning your next escape to Bali? There’s a crucial new requirement you must complete before boarding your flight. From 1st September
Where fishing families protect coral reefs and your sustainable travel directly supports marine restoration across Southeast Asia. Discover how Vietnam’s sustainable marine tourism transforms fishing villages into coral guardians. Experience travel that directly supports ocean conservation in Co To and Nha Trang Bay. Local fishing communities in Co To have transformed from traditional fishers to
The sustainable travel approach that’s turning one flight into endless adventures Standing patiently on the platform at Bangkok’s Bang Sue Grand Station feeling rather apathetic about the journey that lay ahead of me, I watched families bundle themselves and their belongings chaotically onto the overnight train to Vientiane, when a penny dropped. Here were travellers
Malaysia claims nine of Southeast Asia’s top ten hiking trails whilst pioneering eco-friendly adventure tourism that benefits local communities Malaysia has emerged as Southeast Asia’s unexpected champion of sustainable hiking tourism, claiming nine of the ten best hiking trails in the region and recently being named the safest country in Asia for travellers seeking peace
The journey from backpacker guesthouses to eco-luxury resorts shows how a region transformed tourism whilst learning to balance profits with environmental preservation I still remember my first glimpse of Phuket in the early 2000s. Even then, it felt crowded compared to what my Thai friend described from the 1980s – endless stretches of genuinely deserted
Thailand’s tourism has been evolving for years, but nothing quite prepared me for what’s arriving this November. The Blue Jasmine represents everything I look for in conscious luxury travel—a train journey so exclusive it carries just 37 passengers, yet so thoughtfully designed it feels like discovering Thailand’s soul rather than simply crossing its landscape. This
Picture cycling through Bangkok’s historic streets without choking on exhaust fumes or fighting through gridlocked traffic. Bangkok’s ambitious bike-sharing expansion aims to put 6,000 sustainable transport options on the streets by end of 2025 – but with current adoption rates at just 22.5%, can eco-conscious travellers help drive the change Thailand’s capital desperately needs? When
I’ve just spent the past month researching Thailand’s tourism transformation, and what I’ve discovered has completely shifted my perspective on luxury travel in Southeast Asia. The Kingdom isn’t just paying lip service to sustainability – they’re orchestrating the most comprehensive green tourism revolution I’ve witnessed in two decades of travel writing. While most destinations still
Where ancient heritage meets cutting-edge technology to create more mindful travel experiences Vietnam is building a digital tourism system that goes beyond simple convenience. It’s changing how conscious travellers can explore the country while reducing their environmental impact. Through smart tourism ecosystems, AI-powered platforms, and data-driven resource management, Vietnam proves that technology and sustainability can
Tired of visa runs? Vietnam might have what you’re waiting for… Vietnam proposes groundbreaking five-year visa exemptions for global talent, influencers, and skilled professionals. Could this transform Southeast Asia’s immigration landscape? Vietnam is making headlines with a proposal that could change how skilled professionals, influencers, and global talent experience Southeast Asia. The Ministry of Public
The £10 carbon offset that promises to make your Bangkok flight “climate neutral” might be the travel industry’s greatest lie. Here’s what they don’t want you to know. We’ve all been there… you’re booking that dream holiday to Thailand, scrolling through airline options, when a small green tick catches your eye. “Offset your carbon emissions
Just when I thought I’d seen it all in my years wandering around Southeast Asia’s most spectacular beaches, here comes another curveball that’ll have travel planners scrambling for their calendars. Maya Bay, Thailand’s poster child for paradise (and Instagram feeds), is closing its gates once again from 1st August to 30th September 2025 – and
