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No worry, no hurry: Discover Bhutan's homestays, astrology readings and social enterprises

BHUTAN - Dzongs top the itinerary in most cities on Bhutan's burgeoning tourist circuit, and for good reason too.
Dubai’s magical geometric architecture a treat for tourists

The Burj Khaifa in Dubai is the world’s tallest skyscraper at 828 metres high.
Sustainable tourism in Vietnam being pushed through travel influencers

Secretary general of the Asean-Korea Centre Lee Hyuk announced today that the Vietnam leg of the Asean Community-based Tourism Programme 2019 is now taking place in Mai Chau Valley.
Let Traveloka put you on Japanese holiday train

Southeast Asian digital travel-and-lifestyle platform Traveloka continues to strengthen its commitment to Thailand by offering the Japan Railway Pass (JR Pass).
Aiming far back: Preserving the ancient art of Khmer archery

Traditional and modern sets of bows and arrows are laid on a long table in the Royal Archery Club, established in Siem Reap town’s Prasat Bakong District, where visitors are introduced to the traditional form of Khmer archery or its modern equivalent.

Bhutan, a landlocked Himalayan nation, topped Lonely Planet’s list of best places to visit in 2020.ST PHOTO: CLARA LOCK

No worry, no hurry: Discover Bhutan's homestays, astrology readings and social enterprises

Tourists also enjoy taking pictures of the Burj Al Arab, a luxury hotel in Dubai that resembles a ship’s sail.

Dubai’s magical geometric architecture a treat for tourists

Sustainable tourism in Vietnam being pushed through travel influencers

Let Traveloka put you on Japanese holiday train

Dressed as 9th century Angkor Empire warriors, six performers are led by a commander waving a red flag. Pointing their arrows at the target, they show the eight steps of traditional archery by following their commander’s orders. Photo credit: Hong Menea

Aiming far back: Preserving the ancient art of Khmer archery

The Great Buddha of Kamakura, a major tourist attraction in Kanagawa prefecture

Overtourism ruffles feathers of Japanese locals

Switzerland looks to more Thai visitors for the snowy season

Pink grass hills in Lam Dong Province have attracted many tourists who come to take photos when the grass is in full blossom. — Photo du-lich-da-lat.com

Pink grass festival to be celebrated in Lam Dong

Mane Hariharalaya is a village-style resort with 34 luxurious traditional Khmer bungalows. Yousos Apdoulrashim

Mane Hariharalaya village resort returns guests to a ‘blissful age’

Nationals of six more countries granted visa-on-arrival into Myanmar

The Grand Dame of Siem Reap returns after restoration

Thais third most travelled, Agoda survey finds

Live like a Crawley in Highclere Castle

Anantara is set to open its new property at Johor's Desaru Coast.

Top performers in World’s Best Luxury Hotel Brands list

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.

Booking.com offers options for a ‘sneeze-free’ vacation

Bangkok retains No 1 spot for foreign tourists, with over 22m visitors in 2018: Mastercard

Light campers such as this one displayed in Suginami Ward, Tokyo, are popular among senior citizens./The Japan News photo

Retirees, solo travelers drive sales boom for light campers in Japan

Sansiri’s ‘Standard’ brings top class to Maldives

Becoming a K-pop star for a day with Airbnb

Hello Kitty welcomes travellers to Japan

Cities at your fingertips

Tad Xai and Pha Xay waterfalls are conveniently close to each other./Vientiane Times

Laos' Tad Xai waterfall: The trek is what makes it special

On your bikes, get set …. but will it be go?

Animals at the night wild animal park. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

China's first night safari to kick off trial operations

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