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New Miri–Subang air service to launch on December 1
Deputy Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Chiew Choon Man said he had earlier discussed introducing the route with Batik Air.
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- TravelVietnam
SNT1/SNT2 trains refurbished for Ho Chi Minh City–Nha Trang service
The operator says the upgrades are intended to meet growing travel demand and boost rail tourism, with new bedding, Wi-Fi and improved air conditioning.
- HeritageMore ASEAN
Timor-Leste plans to preserve tais through training and legal protection
Partners are teaching young people to weave, while the government plans to implement legislation protecting tais designs and production.
- TravelVietnam
Vietnam grants visa exemption to Chinese tour groups visiting Khanh Hoa
The pilot permits stays of up to 30 days within the province, including Nha Trang, and is due to end on 31 December 2027.
- FestivalsVietnam
Vietnam prepares first Culture Day with call for wider public participation
Deputy Prime Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra urged cultural venues to extend opening hours and consider fee reductions, especially on November 24.
Thailand and Timor-Leste agree to accelerate pact for direct flights
An air services agreement could open a Bangkok-Dili route, while the two countries also outlined cooperation on investment, development and security.
Vietjet Thailand sets 9 October start for Bangkok–Kuala Lumpur flights
The airline’s first Malaysian route will connect Suvarnabhumi and Kuala Lumpur International airports using a Boeing 737-8.
- TravelThailand
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.
- 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.
