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Visit Vietnam national tourism data platform dashboard displaying real-time destination capacity monitoring and visitor flow analytics
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Vietnam Launches Visit Vietnam: Southeast Asia’s First National Tourism Data Platform

Real-time data, AI-powered itineraries, and sustainability tracking—Vietnam’s new platform could reshape how the entire region manages tourism growth Visit Vietnam’s real-time data dashboard allows authorities to monitor destination capacity and manage visitor flows across the country Vietnam officially launched Visit Vietnam on 20 December 2025—a national tourism data platform designed to manage the country’s booming

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January 17, 2026
Opinion

Zero-Dollar Tourism in Laos: Recognising the Challenge, Building Better Tourism

How Laos is positioning itself as a global leader in sustainable tourism—and how tourists can support the journey White minivans and tour buses collect Chinese tourists from the railway station in Luang Prabang and escort them for their entire time in Laos, highlighting how the infrastructure of zero-dollar tourism operations. The trains from Kunming arrive

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January 12, 2026
A view over Luang Prabang from Mount Phousi showing lush vegetation against a mountain backdrop with a golden stupa in the foreground
Destinations

Luang Prabang at a Crossroads: Why Heritage Preservation Matters Now More Than Ever

UNESCO World Heritage status alone cannot protect Luang Prabang from overtourism and Chinese tourism expansion. What the city actually needs—and what Laos is beginning to build—is strategic tourism management that prioritises local benefit and cultural preservation. Luang Prabang sits on the Mekong River surrounded by lush vegetation encased by a picturesque mountainous landscape which is

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January 6, 2026
Misty morning light illuminates coffee plantations on the Bolaven Plateau, with lush green vegetation and volcanic mountains visible in the distant background as a motorbike travels along a road in the foreground
Conservation

The Bolaven Plateau: Where Coffee Cultivation Meets Conservation in Southern Laos

Discover how a remote corner of southern Laos became a global speciality coffee destination—and why conscious travellers should experience its conservation-driven tourism firsthand The morning mist settles across the Bolaven Plateau like a benediction. At 1,200 metres above sea level, the air carries the scent of rich volcanic soil and coffee blossom. This isn’t the

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December 20, 2025
Image shows the Chao Anouvong Statue, located in Chao Anouvong Park on the riverfront road in Vientiane
Destinations

Vientiane: Southeast Asia’s Most Contemplative Capital Invites Slow Travellers

Where French colonial charm meets Buddhist spirituality in Laos’ overlooked gem When I first stepped foot in Vientiane, I wasn’t entirely sure I’d reached the right city. Wide, tree-lined boulevards stretched beneath a hazy sky. Crumbling French villas sat quietly behind weathered walls. The traffic moved at a pace that felt almost meditative by Southeast

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December 18, 2025
Electric tuk-tuk operated by Amari Bangkok for sustainable city tours, with City Explorer guide assisting guests
News

One Bangkok Hotel’s Electric Innovation Reflects Sector-Wide Sustainability Push

As Thailand’s hospitality industry races to meet global green standards, Amari Bangkok’s new EV tuk-tuk signals a fundamental shift in how luxury hotels approach guest experiences Amari Bangkok has introduced something you rarely see in the capital: an electric tuk-tuk. The fully powered three-wheeler allows guests to explore Bangkok’s bustling Pratunam and Ratchaprasong neighbourhoods whilst

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December 10, 2025
Kuala Lumpur skyline at sunset with Petronas Towers and modern developments reflecting Malaysia's appeal for long-term luxury residency
News

Malaysia Without the Strings: How to Settle Long-Term Without the Visa Run Treadmill

Two new residency pathways make Malaysia an increasingly practical option for investors, business professionals, and anyone seeking long-term stability without administrative headaches. Long-term residency in Southeast Asia has traditionally meant choosing between limited options: tourist visas with constant renewal cycles, employment visas tied to specific companies, or expensive premium schemes with unclear benefits. For investors,

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November 26, 2025
Aerial view of Phu Quoc's pristine coastline with traditional fishing boats, forested green hills, and crystalline waters, representing Vietnam's commitment to preserving natural beauty whilst developing conscious tourism
Destinations

Vietnam’s Conscious Luxury Tourism: Genuine Achievement or Fragile Moment?

Phu Quoc ranks third globally. Five villages earn UNESCO recognition. Ten eco-hotels set new standards. But can Vietnam sustain this—or will success become its undoing? Phu Quoc ranked third globally in 2025 for service quality, scenery, beach beauty, and local hospitality—but rapid tourism growth creates both opportunity and risk Vietnam is doing something genuinely different

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October 30, 2025
Raja Ampat archipelago UNESCO biosphere reserve showing pristine coral reefs and limestone islands in Indonesia
Eco-tourism

Raja Ampat’s UNESCO Status Changes the Game for Sustainable Diving in Southeast Asia

Indonesia’s coral capital joins 26 new biosphere reserves. What this means for divers seeking authentic conservation experiences where their money actually protects marine ecosystems UNESCO just handed Indonesia’s Raja Ampat archipelago a designation that matters. The 52,000-square-mile area – home to over 75% of Earth’s known coral species – is now officially recognised as a

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October 21, 2025
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