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Thailand was named the world's second best country for medical tourism in 2026 after Turkey, according to a ranking by leading digital platform Travel And Tour World. Tourists visit the Grand Palace in Bangkok, Thailand, Aug. 6, 2024 The ranking assesses 50 destinations based on key factors influencing medical travelers, including quality of healthcare, specialist expertise, advanced medical technology, treatment costs, waiting times, and post-treatment recovery options. Thai

China's Jiangxi Yangfeng Art Fireworks Display and Portugal's Macedos Pirotecnia have secured places in the final of the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) 2026, organizers announced on June 28. A fireworks performance from Portugal’s Macedos Pirotecnia at Da Nang International Fireworks Festival in 2026 The two teams were selected by the jury of DIFF 2026 after the qualifying rounds, based on criteria including concept and theme, creativity, pyrotechnic effects,

Japan's Osaka Itami Airport was named the best airport in Asia in a global ranking of 279 international airports by flight compensation services provider AirHelp, based on on-time performance, overall experience, and terminal facilities. Osaka Itami Airport in Japan Globally, the airport ranked 12th, ahead of Singapore's Changi (13th). Osaka Itami Airport, the primary domestic airport for the Kansai region of Japan, including its major cities of Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe, was pr

Japan's Sézanne, once crowned Asia's best restaurant, has lost its coveted three Michelin stars ahead of the Michelin Guide's autumn 2026 update following the departure of its founding chef. Sézanne Restaurant in Japan's Tokyo While Michelin made no public announcement, users on online forum Reddit recently noticed that Sézanne's three-star designation had disappeared from the Michelin Guide website. The move follows the exit of opening chef Daniel Calvert in April, according

Dubai International Airport, named the world's busiest international airport by passenger traffic, will close permanently by 2035 as Dubai shifts all flight operations to nearby Al Maktoum International Airport. An Emirates airplane at Dubai International Airport, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, March 7, 2026 All flights and services currently operating at Dubai International Airport, including those of Emirates, will be relocated to

Two new restaurants received Michelin stars at a ceremony on Thursday night, taking the total number of establishments rated in Vietnam to 11. Representatives of Vietnamese restaurants receiving their one Michelin star at a ceremony in Hanoi on June 4, 2026 The two new entries, each getting one star, are Onvit in Hanoi and Upstairs in HCMC. Chef Truong Hiep, 31, co-founder of Upstairs, opened 18 months ago, said the restaurant offers contemporary Vietnamese cuisine by preserv

Da Nang has claimed top spot among Vietnam's most searched summer destinations, data from Dutch travel agency Booking.com shows. Fireworks show on the Han River in Da Nang during the opening night of the International Fireworks Festival, May 30 2026 Nha Trang was in second place and followed by Ho Chi Minh City, Da Lat, and Hoi An for stays between June 1 and Aug. 31. Rounding out the top 10 were Hanoi, Vung Tau, Phu Quoc, Quy Nhon, and Ha Long, highlighting the continued pop

Singapore, ranked the world's second-richest country by GDP per capita in 2025 behind Switzerland, was named the most desirable travel destination for Fillipino and Indonesian travelers thanks to its low crime rates and political stability, according to a recent survey. A bus runs past the Old Hill Street Police Station in Singapore The State of Southeast Asia: 2026 survey by Singapore-based think tank ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute asked respondents to identify their preferre

Tripadvisor has named a cruise through Vietnam's Ha Long or Lan Ha Bay among the world's top 10 travel experiences for 2026, alongside tours across four continents. A cruise boat glides past the limestone karsts in Ha Long Bay The two or three-night cruise houses guests in cabins, with schedules balancing leisure, activities, and food. Active travelers can kayak, swim, or cycle through fishing villages at port stops, while others relax on deck taking in the scenery. Cooking c

Vietnam's meat-free take on its iconic noodle soup pho has earned international recognition, landing at number 35 in a ranking of the world's best vegan dishes by TasteAtlas. Bowls of vegan pho with plant-based toppings at an eatery in Hanoi The "Top 100 Vegan Dishes in the World" list was compiled from over 27,000 ratings, of which about 15,000 were verified as legitimate by the system. Vegan pho swaps the beef or chicken bone broth for a plant-based stock built on mushrooms

Crowne Plaza Changi Airport in Singapore has been named the world's best airport hotel for the eleventh time at the 2026 World Airport Awards as voted by U.K.-based aviation rating body Skytrax. A room with garden view inside Crowne Plaza Changi Airport Hotel at Changi Airport, Singapore The ranking placed Grand Hyatt at San Francisco International Airport in the U.S. in second position, followed by the Fairmont Vancouver Airport in Canada. The survey assessed passenger exper

Air New Zealand will launch a regular direct service linking Singapore and Christchurch in New Zealand’s South Island starting Oct. 28. An Air New Zealand aircraft Flights for the new service are now on sale, with operations scheduled three times a week. More than 34,000 seats will be offered on the route during the northern winter season, according to a statement from the airline on Wednesday. The flights, which take about 10 hours, will be operated using the airline’s retro

South Korea's Incheon, the world's second best airport after Changi in the 2026 Skytrax awards, has completed a major renovation of staff lounges at Terminal 2, expanding rest facilities and launching full-scale operations this month to improve working conditions for on-site employees. A rest area at Incheon International Airport Incheon International Airport Corporation, which runs the airport, said Thursday that it renovated and expanded three staff lounges at Terminal 2 af

Cala Goloritze in Italy has lost its title as the world's most beautiful beach this year, falling to 33rd place in the new ranking by the World's 50 Best Beaches, determined by votes from more than 1,000 travel industry professionals and influencers. Cala Goloritze beach in Italy The beach on the eastern coast of Baunei is known for its white pebbles, turquoise waters and 143-meter limestone pinnacle. Though it can only be reached by a two-hour hike or by sea, Cala Goloritze

International flights from Tehran's Imam Khomeini Airport are scheduled to resume on Saturday, days after Iran reopened its airspace. The first flights to resume will be to Istanbul and Muscat, the ISNA news agency reported. A general view of the International Imam Khomeini Airport 45 kilometers south of Tehran, April 30, 2005 Iran's airspace was slammed shut by the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran that began on Feb. 28 and is only slowly being reopened during the ceasefire. Offici

The Tourism Authority of Thailand is preparing to host the Water Festival 2026 under the theme “River of Life, Thai Way of Life” to promote Songkran on an international stage. The event, now in its 11th year, will run under the concept "Joyful Songkran, My Hometown," showcasing cultural traditions across the country. Revelers carry water guns as they celebrate the Songkran holiday TAT Governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool, along with organizers and partner networks, recently announc

Singaporean roastery Apartment Coffee has been crowned Asia's best coffee shop for the second year running by The World's 100 Best Coffee Shops. It ranked sixth globally in 2026, the same as last year. Singaporean roastery Apartment Coffee The ranking, based on public votes and expert evaluations, aims to identify the world's best coffee shops by assessing the quality of coffee, food and pastries, barista skills, customer service, innovation, ambiance, and consistency, accord

Story of Ono in Malaysia has been named Asia's second best coffee shop this year after Singaporean roastery Apartment Coffee by The World's 100 Best Coffee Shops. Story of Ono moved up one place to eighth in the world list. Drinks are served at Story of Ono coffee shop in Malaysia The ranking evaluated cafés across the globe based on criteria including coffee quality, barista expertise, customer service, innovation, ambience, sustainability practices, food and pastry offering

Vietnamese cha gio has been named one of the world's best deep-fried dishes by international food magazine Taste Atlas, which notes its balance of savory fillings and golden-fried rice paper. Vietnamese fried spring rolls cha gio Ranked at number 48, the roll is the only representative from Vietnam on Taste Atlas's "100 best deep-fried dishes in the world." Known as cha gio in the south and nem ran in the north, it features a filling of minced pork and shrimp wrapped in rice

Chinese street food malatang, a dish with meats, vegetables and noodles simmered in a broth flavored with Sichuan peppercorns and dried chili, is gaining global popularity, with restaurants popping up across Asia and Europe. A malatang restaurant storefront According to the South China Morning Post , malatang, literally meaning "numbing, spicy and hot," originated in Sichuan Province in southwestern China. Often described as a "personal hotpot," malatang allows customers to c