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Thai travel agents seek delay to proposed ฿1,000 departure tax
The proposed levy remains under public consultation until October 29. Travel agents want an economic assessment before the government proceeds.
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- TravelVietnam
Phu Quoc retains top Asian island ranking in readers’ awards
The Vietnamese island received 95.26 points in Condé Nast Traveller’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards, following its first-place finish in 2025.
- TravelThailand
Thailand prepares ฿450 visitor fee proposal for Cabinet review
Proposed uses include visitor insurance and tourist safety, while officials will examine whether some revenue could legally support foreign film rebates.
- TravelThailand
Thailand considers ฿1,000 departure tax for air passengers
The proposal would cover Thai citizens and foreign travellers alike, while departures by land and sea would initially be exempt.
- TravelThailand
Warsaw–Bangkok direct flights begin ahead of winter travel season
LOT Polish Airlines will increase the route from three to five flights a week on October 26, as Thailand seeks more visitors from Poland.
- TravelVietnam
Phu Quoc airport development plan revised for APEC 2027
The approved changes include additional taxiways, expanded aircraft parking and support facilities, with land needs put at about 1,040.43ha.
- TravelMalaysia
Penang prepares for more overseas routes ahead of airport expansion
The state wants closer coordination with MAHB and has proposed federal matching grants to attract direct flights from selected international markets.
- HeritageVietnam
Da Nang Museum receives 88 excavated artefacts, including possible eighth-century statue
The finds came from two Nguyen Dynasty defence sites. The museum plans further research, exhibitions and digital access.
- TravelPhilippines
Manila cruise terminal estimated at ₱5 billion advances to feasibility study
The Philippine Ports Authority is seeking consultancy services worth up to ₱41.91 million, with offers accepted until October 13.
- FoodVietnam
Hoi An festival puts new banh mi recipes to a public vote
The event at Bel Marina Hoi An Resort featured regional sandwich variations, including shrimp-patty and braised pork leg fillings.
