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Laos' Vibrant Boat Racing Festivals Mark the End of Buddhist Lent

Every October, the excitement of the Lao people comes alive during the Boat Racing Festival, known as Boun Suang Huea. Celebrated nationwide, the festival in Vientiane draws locals and visitors to the Mekong riverside, where they gather to cheer for their favorite boat teams.

Jul 29, 20251,184 views

Conflict at the Thailand & Cambodia Border: Tourism Remains Stable Outside Restricted Areas

In recent days, rising tensions at the Thailand & Cambodia border have led Thai authorities to temporarily close several border checkpoints and suspend tourism activities in certain border provinces. However, domestic tourism in both Thailand and Cambodia continues as normal, with no impact on major destinations such as Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Siem Reap, or Phnom Penh.

Jul 27, 2025548 views

Thailand Takes the Spotlight at the 2025 Travel + Leisure Awards

The 2025 edition of the prestigious Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards once again puts Thailand in the spotlight. Discover the destinations that make the Land of Smiles shine on the global tourism scene!

Jul 18, 2025632 views

Vietnam and Laos National Parks Recognized as a Transboundary World Heritage Site

During its 47th session held in Paris, the UNESCO World Heritage Committee approved this Sunday the extension of the Phong Nha - Ke Bang World Heritage natural site, located in central Vietnam, to include Hin Nam No National Park in Laos’s Khammouane Province.

Jul 18, 2025611 views

Why Asia is your best November travel destination?

November is approaching, and with it, the shorter days and the cold that's gradually settling across much of Europe. Do you dream of a change of scenery, of warmth, of a place a little out of the ordinary? Why not think about Asia? It's a continent full of contrasts, colors, cultures, and landscapes that have nothing to do with those in Europe. If you're not sure where to start, this article is for you. As a travel lover always curious to discover new horizons, here are some ideas for destinations in Asia to explore this November. These are places sometimes overlooked, but brimming with charm and surprises. So, ready to take a tour of Asia?

Jul 17, 20251,021 views