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Nepal
Nepal’s trekking trade looks east as Iran war disrupts Western tourist flow
Flight disruptions through Gulf hubs have cut Western arrivals, prompting tourism operators to chase travellers from Asia-Pacific markets.
14 Apr 2026 - 5:00PM
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European travel
As the planet heats up, Greece fortifies its ruins
14 Apr 2026 - 4:12PM
Hong Kong transport
Hong Kong tram operator launches real-time app, pledges no fare rise this year
14 Apr 2026 - 8:07PM
Hong Kong tourism
Cheap tours blamed for coerced shopping in Hong Kong: tourism experts
Industry also called on authorities to step up random inspections during coming Labour Day ‘golden week’ holiday.
14 Apr 2026 - 7:18PM
Armenia
Exploring Armenia’s ‘other side’ on a 5-day tour off the tourist trail
From coffee to carpets and hikes to hillside churches, going off the beaten path in Armenia reveals cultural gems beyond its capital, Yerevan.
13 Apr 2026 - 9:15PM
Americas and the Caribbean
Stampede at historic fortress in Haiti kills 25 and injures dozens
Authorities in Haiti probe ‘severe overcrowding’ at Citadelle Laferriere following mountaintop crush.
13 Apr 2026 - 1:43PM
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China debt
How China’s fake Titanic sank like a stone – and became a symbol of local excess
In 2014, a Chinese investor raised millions to build a full-scale replica of the Titanic. Now, all that remains is a rusting hull – and vast debts.
12 Apr 2026 - 4:00PM
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Luxury Hotels
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Park Hyatt Tokyo reopened after a 2-year renovation – here’s a look inside
You may know it from 2003’s Oscar-winning Lost in Translation with Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson – take a look inside the iconic hotel.
12 Apr 2026 - 2:00PM
Trending in China
Foreigners flock to China spas to enjoy unique baths amid wellness tourism rise
Peace, comfort, affordability and 24-hour, family-friendly operations see overseas customers give boost to country’s relaxation industry.
10 Apr 2026 - 6:00PM
Asia travel
They came to see the cherry blossoms. A Japanese town isn’t happy about it
Fujiyoshida’s cherry blossoms and Mount Fuji views have sparked overtourism chaos, with a local festival cancelled as a result.
10 Apr 2026 - 3:15PM
Luxury Hotels
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The newly opened 1 Hotel Tokyo, a sustainability-driven hotel in Akasaka
1 Hotels – which has outposts in cities like London, Copenhagen, Melbourne and West Hollywood – has opened its first Asian location in Akasaka, Tokyo.
10 Apr 2026 - 12:00PM
Wellness
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Wellness retreats on Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula connect with cultural traditions
At resorts like Maroma, Hotel Esencia and Chablé Yucatán, ancient rituals like temazcal offer spiritual renewal and potential wellness benefits.
9 Apr 2026 - 6:00PM
Japan
‘Making a racket in Chinese’: Japan’s cherry blossom season stirs cultural rift
A report claims residents of Dazaifu in Fukuoka prefecture complained about groups ‘making a racket in Chinese’ at a popular hanami spot.
9 Apr 2026 - 10:21AM
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Hong Kong environmental issues
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Site patrols a good start for better protection of Hong Kong’s countryside
Enforcement action at country parks and campsites signals a turning point from the previous approach.
9 Apr 2026 - 6:45AM
Travel news and advice
Latest ‘skillcation’ travel trend blends relaxation with self-improvement
From winemaking and beekeeping to kitesurfing and ranching, ‘skillcations’ add structured learning or practice to relaxation or sightseeing.
8 Apr 2026 - 7:15PM
Hong Kong economy
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Hong Kong must diversify and adapt to changing tourism market
Amid shifting cross-border travel and spending patterns, local businesses face challenging times as more residents leave the city during holidays.
8 Apr 2026 - 7:15AM
US travel
5 of the best immersive hi-tech tourist attractions in Las Vegas
From the world’s largest 360-degree screen to an epic VR odyssey and a John Wick experience, check out these attractions on a Vegas trip.
7 Apr 2026 - 7:15PM
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Hong Kong economy
Car record for mega bridge’s Hong Kong crossing as F&B sector feels holiday pain
Number of outgoing residents up 14.3 per cent year on year to 2.1 million, but more inbound visitors lead to high hotel occupancy.
7 Apr 2026 - 10:26PM
China travel
South Korea opens door wider to Chinese travellers – but will they come?
Higher airfares and fierce regional competition may blunt impact of new policy, analysts say.
6 Apr 2026 - 9:00AM
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Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong tourists choose safety, affordability with trips to mainland China
Travel industry leader says rise in airlines’ fuel surcharges and Mideast conflict have dampened Hongkongers’ desire to travel long distances.
5 Apr 2026 - 7:52PM
Hong Kong economy
More Hongkongers to travel over long Easter break despite higher costs
60 per cent of outbound travellers expected to head to mainland cities, with high-speed rail continuing to gain popularity as the preferred mode of transport.
3 Apr 2026 - 9:00AM
Hong Kong economy
Looking for Easter holiday inspiration? Here’s what’s happening in Hong Kong
From a coffee festival to a Doraemon show, there’s plenty to do and see for both residents and visitors over the long weekend break.
7 Apr 2026 - 6:28PM
Indonesia
Bali rocked by spate of murder cases – is Indonesian island more dangerous now?
The cases allegedly involving foreign suspects have spurred concerns that gang disputes have moved from other countries to the island.
2 Apr 2026 - 6:30PM
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Trending in China
China ‘immersive’ fun buses see rise of mobile venues for karaoke, films, dim sum
Innovative public transport twist even sees some buses become hairdressing salons; fans say trend turns exhausting commute into adventure.
1 Apr 2026 - 6:00PM
Japan
Litterbugs in Shibuya to be fined on the spot as visitor numbers surge
The initiative, which will see offenders fined US$12.50, reflects a broader rethink of the ward’s earlier decision to remove public rubbish bins.
1 Apr 2026 - 11:14AM
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Indonesia
‘Disturbing’: are Indonesia’s borders prone to systemic immigration corruption?
Some Singaporean tourists to Batam say they have paid nearly US$200 to clear entry checks that should have been free for Southeast Asian visitors.
31 Mar 2026 - 5:40PM
US travel
7 new major Los Angeles arts complexes set to open before 2028 Olympics
From Lacma’s David Geffen Galleries to the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art and Meow Wolf, it’s a huge few years for art in LA.
31 Mar 2026 - 5:15PM
China travel
Amid soaring airfares, Chinese bookings up 20% ahead of Ching Ming holiday
Global instability fails to deter Chinese holidaymakers with airlines selling 2.04 million tickets in the lead-up to Ching Ming Festival.
31 Mar 2026 - 10:55AM
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