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New pre-travel requirement for Vietnam
21 April 2026
On 15 April 2026, Vietnam introduced a new online pre-arrival information system for international travellers.
Uncover the true spirit of Bali with Asian Trails
27 March 2026
Asian Trails recently hosted a group of French travel agents on an immersive journey through Bali, showcasing the island’s rich diversity of attractions.
Crafting coffee in Luang Prabang
27 March 2026
Having flourished for over a century in the nation’s fertile highlands, Lao coffee produces some of the most distinctive flavours in South-East Asia.
Hotel reopens as a five-star retreat
27 March 2026
Hotel Kiridara Luang Prabang officially reopened under new management, following its acquisition by the Lao Derm Group.
Asian Trails’ sustainable approach to Iftar
26 March 2026
Asian Trails’ Malaysia team came together for an Iftar event with a difference.
The resort changing lives in Cambodia – with a smile
25 March 2026
Smiling Gecko is about immersing oneself in a community and understanding how vision, perseverance and hard work make the impossible come true.
New drive to protect Bali’s marine life
24 March 2026
Asian Trails' new sustainable travel experience offers travellers the opportunity to engage meaningfully with local conservation efforts.
Luxury beachfront escape from city-state
24 March 2026
Homm Laguna Bintan offers a seamless blend of beachfront relaxation, soft adventure and integrated resort lifestyle.
Cruising in style on legendary lake
24 March 2026
Each voyage is tailored to individual preferences – from sunrise breakfasts to golden-hour aperitifs and elegant dinners under the stars.
New luxury glamping getaway
24 March 2026
Siempang Forest Lodge offers an intimate, all-inclusive experience, featuring curated activities such as bird spotting, forest drives and signature sundowners.
Boutique airline launches global routes
24 March 2026
Launching on 22 April 2026, two new premium flight services are set to enhance Asia’s regional travel landscape.
New Phnom Penh-Yangon flight
17 March 2026
Cambodia Airways will introduce a new direct route between Phnom Penh and Yangon starting 20 March 2026.
Asian Trails Vietnam renews Travelife Partner status
17 March 2026
Asian Trails Vietnam has successfully renewed its Travelife Partner status for the third time.
Setting new corporate standards
9 March 2026
ParkRoyal on Beach Road has unveiled its bold repositioning as a dedicated MICE-focused venue.
A new age of indulgence
9 March 2026
Paradisus by Meliá Bali officially reopened in February 2026, ushering in a new era of all-inclusive luxury in Nusa Dua.
Capital’s iconic gallery reopens
9 March 2026
Offering a fresh and engaging perspective on Kuala Lumpur’s past, present and future, the Kuala Lumpur Gallery in the Sultan Abdul Samad Building has reopened to visitors.
Halong Bay seaplane to make final landing
6 March 2026
On 1 April 2026, the seaplane connecting Hanoi and Halong Bay will officially cease operations.
Day of Silence descends on Bali
24 February 2026
On 19 March 2026, Indonesia’s island of Bali will fall silent to mark Nyepi, the Balinese New Year in the Saka calendar.
First-ever Culture Day celebration
24 February 2026
Vietnam is preparing for the inaugural Vietnam Culture Day on 24 November 2026 with a celebration of the nation’s spirit of innovation.
Temporary closure of Central Highlands airport
24 February 2026
Lien Khuong International Airport, which serves Da Lat in Vietnam’s Central Highlands, will be temporarily closed from 4 March to 25 August 2026.
Rest and reconnect in Kanchanaburi
24 February 2026
Aligned with growing trends towards wellness and ‘quiet’ travel in 2026, Asian Trails introduces a thoughtfully curated wellness experience in Thailand, designed to elevate any visit to the Kingdom.
Phuket flight set for take-off
24 February 2026
Vietnam Airlines will introduce a new direct service between Ho Chi Minh City and Thailand’s southern island of Phuket from 2 April 2026.
Macau welcomes first dual-city terminal
24 February 2026
Connectivity to Macau has been strengthened with the launch of the MGM Hong Kong International Airport City Terminal in February 2026.
Where culture meets spirituality
24 February 2026
Guests travel through Vang Vieng’s dramatic karst countryside, visiting Tham Chang Elephant Cave as well as the Blue Lagoon.
Art flourishes beyond ancient temples
24 February 2026
Since opening in October 2025, the SM Art Centre has emerged as a vibrant cultural destination in Siem Reap.
Elevating wellness in the Cardamoms
24 February 2026
Reflecting a growing shift towards purposeful, wellness-led travel, Samanea Wellness Resort officially opened in February 2026 as Cambodia’s first mountain wellness sanctuary.
Visa-free door opens to two more nations
18 February 2026
Effective 17 February 2026, ordinary passport holders from the United Kingdom and Canada will be eligible for visa-free entry to China.
Escape the winter cold with SAS
10 February 2026
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has announced the launch of new long-haul services from Copenhagen to Thailand’s key leisure destinations of Phuket and Krabi from late 2026 into early 2027.
Air India revives Shanghai route
9 February 2026
India’s national carrier, Air India, resumed direct flights between Delhi and Shanghai on 1 February 2026.
New flight connects Cambodia and Laos
28 January 2026
Cambodian Airways will launch a new air route between Phnom Penh and Vientiane, enhancing regional connectivity and creating new travel opportunities between Cambodia and Laos.
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News
New pre-travel requirement for Vietnam
21 April 2026
On 15 April 2026, Vietnam introduced a new online pre-arrival information system for international travellers.
Uncover the true spirit of Bali with Asian Trails
27 March 2026
Asian Trails recently hosted a group of French travel agents on an immersive journey through Bali, showcasing the island’s rich diversity of attractions.
Crafting coffee in Luang Prabang
27 March 2026
Having flourished for over a century in the nation’s fertile highlands, Lao coffee produces some of the most distinctive flavours in South-East Asia.
Hotel reopens as a five-star retreat
27 March 2026
Hotel Kiridara Luang Prabang officially reopened under new management, following its acquisition by the Lao Derm Group.
Asian Trails’ sustainable approach to Iftar
26 March 2026
Asian Trails’ Malaysia team came together for an Iftar event with a difference.
The resort changing lives in Cambodia – with a smile
25 March 2026
Smiling Gecko is about immersing oneself in a community and understanding how vision, perseverance and hard work make the impossible come true.
New drive to protect Bali’s marine life
24 March 2026
Asian Trails' new sustainable travel experience offers travellers the opportunity to engage meaningfully with local conservation efforts.
Luxury beachfront escape from city-state
24 March 2026
Homm Laguna Bintan offers a seamless blend of beachfront relaxation, soft adventure and integrated resort lifestyle.
Cruising in style on legendary lake
24 March 2026
Each voyage is tailored to individual preferences – from sunrise breakfasts to golden-hour aperitifs and elegant dinners under the stars.
New luxury glamping getaway
24 March 2026
Siempang Forest Lodge offers an intimate, all-inclusive experience, featuring curated activities such as bird spotting, forest drives and signature sundowners.
Boutique airline launches global routes
24 March 2026
Launching on 22 April 2026, two new premium flight services are set to enhance Asia’s regional travel landscape.
New Phnom Penh-Yangon flight
17 March 2026
Cambodia Airways will introduce a new direct route between Phnom Penh and Yangon starting 20 March 2026.
Asian Trails Vietnam renews Travelife Partner status
17 March 2026
Asian Trails Vietnam has successfully renewed its Travelife Partner status for the third time.
Setting new corporate standards
9 March 2026
ParkRoyal on Beach Road has unveiled its bold repositioning as a dedicated MICE-focused venue.
A new age of indulgence
9 March 2026
Paradisus by Meliá Bali officially reopened in February 2026, ushering in a new era of all-inclusive luxury in Nusa Dua.
Capital’s iconic gallery reopens
9 March 2026
Offering a fresh and engaging perspective on Kuala Lumpur’s past, present and future, the Kuala Lumpur Gallery in the Sultan Abdul Samad Building has reopened to visitors.
Halong Bay seaplane to make final landing
6 March 2026
On 1 April 2026, the seaplane connecting Hanoi and Halong Bay will officially cease operations.
Day of Silence descends on Bali
24 February 2026
On 19 March 2026, Indonesia’s island of Bali will fall silent to mark Nyepi, the Balinese New Year in the Saka calendar.
First-ever Culture Day celebration
24 February 2026
Vietnam is preparing for the inaugural Vietnam Culture Day on 24 November 2026 with a celebration of the nation’s spirit of innovation.
Temporary closure of Central Highlands airport
24 February 2026
Lien Khuong International Airport, which serves Da Lat in Vietnam’s Central Highlands, will be temporarily closed from 4 March to 25 August 2026.
Rest and reconnect in Kanchanaburi
24 February 2026
Aligned with growing trends towards wellness and ‘quiet’ travel in 2026, Asian Trails introduces a thoughtfully curated wellness experience in Thailand, designed to elevate any visit to the Kingdom.
Phuket flight set for take-off
24 February 2026
Vietnam Airlines will introduce a new direct service between Ho Chi Minh City and Thailand’s southern island of Phuket from 2 April 2026.
Macau welcomes first dual-city terminal
24 February 2026
Connectivity to Macau has been strengthened with the launch of the MGM Hong Kong International Airport City Terminal in February 2026.
Where culture meets spirituality
24 February 2026
Guests travel through Vang Vieng’s dramatic karst countryside, visiting Tham Chang Elephant Cave as well as the Blue Lagoon.
Art flourishes beyond ancient temples
24 February 2026
Since opening in October 2025, the SM Art Centre has emerged as a vibrant cultural destination in Siem Reap.
Elevating wellness in the Cardamoms
24 February 2026
Reflecting a growing shift towards purposeful, wellness-led travel, Samanea Wellness Resort officially opened in February 2026 as Cambodia’s first mountain wellness sanctuary.
Visa-free door opens to two more nations
18 February 2026
Effective 17 February 2026, ordinary passport holders from the United Kingdom and Canada will be eligible for visa-free entry to China.
Escape the winter cold with SAS
10 February 2026
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has announced the launch of new long-haul services from Copenhagen to Thailand’s key leisure destinations of Phuket and Krabi from late 2026 into early 2027.
Air India revives Shanghai route
9 February 2026
India’s national carrier, Air India, resumed direct flights between Delhi and Shanghai on 1 February 2026.
New flight connects Cambodia and Laos
28 January 2026
Cambodian Airways will launch a new air route between Phnom Penh and Vientiane, enhancing regional connectivity and creating new travel opportunities between Cambodia and Laos.
Be a Trailblazer
Stay up to date with the latest travel trends in Asia and get our B2B travel industry news directly in your inbox.
