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 …

Thailand has become the most popular Southeast Asian destination for American tourists, and Phuket is where many of them will end up. In fact, in the first ten months of 2022, the province of Phuket welcomed over 2.4 million foreign visitors making Phuket Thailand’s most popular tourist destination. Here are our top 8 reasons why …

Safety is a major concern for American travelers country-hopping in Southeast Asia, and understandably so. Overall, the rates of petty crimes tend to be higher than those in the U.S. or Europe, and cultural and language barriers make it more difficult for foreigners to feel truly at ease, but there is one destination in particular …

Breaking a decade-long hiatus, a vital route between North America and one of Asia’s busiest hubs has finally been re-established. Beginning this winter, Canadians will be able to fly nonstop to Thailand from Air Canada’s base in Vancouver, avoiding long, unnecessary layovers in other countries. On top of that, they are exempt from any health …

AirBnB, the world’s number one vacation rental platform, has confirmed Bali is the most sought-after winter sun destination this year based on searches. In other words, a majority of travelers have their hearts set on the Indonesian province, where the country’s top-rated tourist attractions are located, and there is lovely warm weather to be found …