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Bangkok’s Bike-Sharing Revolution: 6,000 Bicycles to Transform Sustainable Travel by 2025

Picture cycling through Bangkok’s historic streets without choking on exhaust fumes or fighting through gridlocked traffic. Bangkok’s ambitious bike-sharing expansion aims to put 6,000 sustainable transport options on the streets by end of 2025 – but with current adoption rates at just 22.5%, can eco-conscious travellers help drive the change Thailand’s capital desperately needs? When

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August 26, 2025
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Vietnam’s Five-Year Visa Exemption: A Potential Game-Changer for Global Talent

Tired of visa runs? Vietnam might have what you’re waiting for… Vietnam proposes groundbreaking five-year visa exemptions for global talent, influencers, and skilled professionals. Could this transform Southeast Asia’s immigration landscape? Vietnam is making headlines with a proposal that could change how skilled professionals, influencers, and global talent experience Southeast Asia. The Ministry of Public

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August 3, 2025
South East Asia is the leading destination for retirees and long-term stayers, such as digital nomads
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Beyond the Usual Retirement Havens: Why Southeast Asia Is the Ultimate Paradise for Global Retirees

How weak currencies and low costs of living create an extraordinary quality of life for Western retirees and long-term stayers in Southeast Asia’s most vibrant destinations Forget the well-worn retirement paths to the Mediterranean coasts or Latin American expat communities. After spending the better part of a decade exploring Southeast Asia, I’ve discovered that this

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April 7, 2025
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Vietnam Considers 10-Year ‘Golden Visa’ to Compete in Southeast Asia’s Tourism Race

As regional rivals roll out attractive visa schemes, Vietnam plans to introduce long-term stay options to lure international visitors and investors Vietnam may soon join its Southeast Asian neighbours in offering a “golden visa” program as part of a strategic effort to boost tourism and foreign investment. The country’s Tourism Advisory Board has formally proposed

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April 7, 2025
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British Airways Resumes Direct Flights from London to Bangkok: A Boost for Thai Tourism

The resumption of these flights marks a significant milestone, welcoming travelers to experience Thailand’s charm with enhanced ease and convenience. Thailand’s tourism sector is celebrating a major boost as British Airways resumes direct flights from London Gatwick to Bangkok. The inaugural flight, BA 2231, took off from London on October 29 and arrived at Bangkok’s

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November 3, 2024
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Indonesia’s New Capital Nusantara Set to Open Commercial Airport by Year-End

Trucks near a palm oil plantation close to Indonesia’s future capital, Nusantara, in East Kalimantan, highlight the rapid development underway. President Joko Widodo has announced that Nusantara’s airport, originally designed for VIP use, will begin serving commercial flights by the end of the year. This move aims to enhance accessibility and boost the economy in

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September 26, 2024
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