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Stay updated on the news from Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, and Thailand with our selection of articles and briefs. From significant events to trends in travel and lifestyle, as well as cultural and health information, explore a variety of content to keep yourself informed about Southeast Asia and discover the latest updates.

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TRIPADVISOR 2025: Vietnam Honored in Several Prestigious Categories

TRIPADVISOR 2025: Vietnam Honored in Several Prestigious Categories

The world’s largest travel advice platform, TripAdvisor, recently announced the winners of its "Travelers' Choice Awards Best of the Best 2025". These awards, based on the quality and quantity of traveler reviews and ratings, recognize the top 1% of listings on TripAdvisor. The awards are divided into 5 main categories: Destinations, Experiences, Beaches, Hotels, and Restaurants. Three major cities in Vietnam—Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Hoi An—were recognized in several prestigious categories.

Feb 24, 2025110 views
Banana Beach, Thailand – Ranked 2nd Best Beach in the World by TripAdvisor 2025

Banana Beach, Thailand – Ranked 2nd Best Beach in the World by TripAdvisor 2025

Banana Beach, located on the stunning island of Phuket, Thailand, has officially entered TripAdvisor's Best Beaches 2025 list. This beach ranked second in the world and first in Asia, affirming its position among the top international beach destinations.

Feb 22, 2025156 views
Mang Thit: The Kingdom of Brick Kilns in the Mekong Delta

Mang Thit: The Kingdom of Brick Kilns in the Mekong Delta

Located in Vinh Long province, in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, the brick-making village of Mang Thit is known as the "kingdom of bricks" in the region. With a history of over 100 years, this red-brick village offers an authentic experience of rural life and traditional brick-making techniques, passed down from generation to generation. Without further ado, let’s discover the picturesque charm of this unique village!

Feb 22, 2025140 views
Laos: 2025 Elephant Festival Dates Announced

Laos: 2025 Elephant Festival Dates Announced

The authorities of Xayaburi province, Laos, have officially announced that the 2025 Elephant Festival will take place from February 18 to 24. This event will highlight Lao culture through elephant parades, traditional ceremonies, and lively performances.

Feb 13, 2025224 views
Two Asian Trains Ranked Among the 9 Must-Experience Railway Journeys of 2025

Two Asian Trains Ranked Among the 9 Must-Experience Railway Journeys of 2025

Recently, Bjorn Bender, CEO of Rail Europe, one of the leading providers of railway services in Europe, revealed the list of the nine most remarkable train journeys to experience in 2025. Among them, two Asian routes stand out: the "Reunification Express" train (Vietnam) and the Sri Lanka railway.

Feb 13, 2025121 views