Travellers in Hong Kong could soon benefit from a more convenient connection between Hong Kong West Kowloon Station and Kowloon Airport Express Station.

For MICE groups, the event offers an exciting opportunity to combine the thrill of F1 with Malaysia’s hospitality, culture and diverse leisure experiences.

Kuwait Airways will launch a new direct service between Kuwait and Phuket, from 27 October 2026.

Citizens of Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam can visit China without a visa for up to 240 hours (10 days) under the country’s visa-free transit policy.

Cambodia will mark the upcoming September equinox with a new running event.

Changes to Thailand’s visa policies will come into effect on 15 September 2026.

The thrill of the big top takes centre stage at the Tini Tinou International Circus Festival this November.

Air Algérie will launch a new direct service between Algiers and Shanghai on 26 October 2026.

Airports across Thailand will introduce new checked baggage screening procedures from 16 October 2026.

Jingdezhen’s historic porcelain industry sites have been added to the UNESCO World Heritage List.

From 2 to 4 October 2026, the Sepang International Circuit will stage the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.

LOT Polish Airlines is set to launch a new direct service between Warsaw, Poland, and Hanoi, Vietnam, with the inaugural flight scheduled to depart on 31 March 2027.

Maya Bay, one of southern Thailand’s most famous beaches, will be closed from 1 August to 30 September 2026 for its annual marine rehabilitation programme.

Visitors staying overnight on cruises – including those in Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay – are now required to submit additional information for temporary residence registration.

Bookings are now open for the spectacular Chiang Mai lantern festival. With strong demand expected during this period, early reservations are highly recommended.

TransNusa continues to strengthen regional connectivity with new routes linking key and emerging destinations across Indonesia and South-East Asia.

Celebrating art, culture and innovation, Singapore continues to inspire visitors with new experiences that combine technology and immersive storytelling.

Asian Trails staff recently returned from an inspection trip to Vang Vieng, where they explored one of the region’s newest attractions, Sang Thong Cave.

Norse Atlantic Airways has announced plans to launch a new direct service between London Gatwick and Phuket later in 2026.

The Ministry of Health’s Department of Disease Prevention has issued an official clarification, confirming that no health declaration is required to enter the country.

Cambodia Airways has announced the launch of new domestic air routes connecting Siem Reap with Phnom Penh and Sihanoukville.

Lien Khuong International Airport, the primary air access to Dalat in Central Vietnam, has announced plans to resume operations on 19 August 2026.

Vietnam Airlines has launched a new non-stop service between Hanoi and Amsterdam Schiphol.

Experience the world’s largest cave without going underground through a new 5D virtual reality simulation.

Cambodia has introduced a visa-free entry policy for Chinese visitors, with a pilot phase running from 15 June to 15 October 2026.

The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in Hanoi, Vietnam, will be temporarily closed for annual maintenance from 5 September to 3 November 2026.

Lombok and the nearby Gili Islands are renowned for their beautiful beaches, nature walks, snorkelling opportunities and indigenous villages.

River cruise company Pandaw has announced plans to relaunch a 10-night circular expedition through the Irrawaddy Delta.

The artificial reef is designed to encourage coral growth and provide habitat for marine species.

On 15 April 2026, Vietnam introduced a new online pre-arrival information system for international travellers.