As the travel industry has opened up again across the globe, travelers have amazing choices in where they would like to visit. Asia has many wonderful places to cross off your travel bucket list, but this year has sky-high prices for airfare. Those looking to visit Asia in 2023 might be disappointed when searching for …
Nearly three years since it first introduced social restrictions as a result of the COVID pandemic, Singapore is joining the ranks of open countries in lifting all entry requirements and reinstating normality at the border. As of today, foreign tourists will no longer be subject to health checks arriving in the famous city-state. Singapore is …
Now that travelers are ready to take to the skies, the costs associated with international travel have increased drastically. A majority of borders have reopened, but on the downside, an overpriced Europe or the Caribbean is no longer an option for many budget-conscious travelers. Fortunately, Southeast Asia (SEA) remains a highly affordable destination. Across numerous …
Following two and a half years of self-imposed seclusion, Malaysia is back with a bang. Having reopened for tourism following two years of self-imposed seclusion, it is set for a historical rise in visitors in 2023, and a fourfold increase from earlier, much more modest predictions – but what is it about Malaysia that makes …
Chiang Mai has been named the safest destination for American travelers in Southeast Asia, beating the far more developed hubs of Singapore and Kuala Lumpur to the number one spot. A culture-filled, sprawling city in Northern Thailand, it is one of the region’s top attractions, known for its imperial grandeur and perfectly-preserved Old City. Now …
Vietnam is coming into prominence as one of the top destinations in Southeast Asia (SEA). Its natural wonders and incredible culture are making it into the mainstream, inspiring American tourists to get out of their comfort zone and travel across the world to explore the country – despite the limited flight options and the complex …
After plans for a tourist fee were shelved last August, Thailand has announced that it does plan to introduce this new charge after all. According to Thailand’s Tourism Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, this new fee will come into effect in June, although it is still pending cabinet approval. The fee will be 300 baht (approximately $9 …
Only days after announcing they would be reintroducing pandemic-era measures at their strictest level, following the viral surge in China, Thailand authorities have backpedaled and canceled the tightening of rules. The media furor and the outrage of millions of travelers with plans of visiting the country eventually had an impact after all. Since China’s reopening, …
When you think Bali, it’s crystal clear beaches, inifite pools in the middle of the jungle, teal-colored bays and five-star retreats that come to mind. While it is indeed a paradisaical spot (mostly) shielded from the chaos of the 21st century, there is a darker side to the island many tourists don’t know exist, and …
Another Southeast Asian destination has lifted all Covid requirements returning to normal ahead of 2023. With immediate effect, Americans are no longer be subject to strict health controls traveling to Laos which is one of the most beautiful, and awe-inspiring countries in the sub-continent. After sealing itself off from the rest of the world for …
Now that their borders have reopened and they seem to have moved on from the darker days of the pandemic, Thailand is once again smashing tourism records and strengthening links with North America. In fact, new research has confirmed it is the go-to destination for U.S. citizens in Southeast Asia – but what’s behind this …
It’s a fact the travel industry is now geared toward big spenders. After three years of closure, some of the hardest-hit countries want to cash in as much as possible by openly discouraging budget travelers from visiting, but there are eight in particular that have remained faithful to their lower-tiered guests, where traveling is still …