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Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has officially entered the Vietnamese market with the opening of Fairmont Hanoi, a landmark luxury hotel in the heart of the capital’s Old Quarter.
Uber has relaunched ride-hailing services in Macau, marking its first new Asian market entry in years and testing a strategy built around premium, cross-border mobility between Macau and Hong Kong.
Vietnam recorded one of the world’s strongest tourism rebounds in 2025, surpassing pre-pandemic levels as cities like Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Hoi An drove a surge in international arrivals.
Japan welcomed a record number of international visitors in 2025, even as arrivals from China fell sharply late in the year amid rising diplomatic tensions.
China has introduced the Nihao China app, a new all-in-one digital platform designed to help international travelers navigate payments, transport, and everyday services with ease.
Prism, the parent company of OYO Hotels, has filed confidential IPO papers in India, aiming for a valuation of up to $8 billion after years of delayed listing plans.
ThirdHome and Anantara Vacation Club have signed a three-year partnership that gives top-tier AVC Points Owners priority access to thousands of luxury homes worldwide.
Bali authorities have halted and ordered the demolition of the controversial Kelingking Beach glass elevator after uncovering major violations and environmental concerns. The project, once marketed as a safer way to reach the famous beach, is now at the center of a broader conversation about development and conservation on the island.
Tokyo’s Minato ward is rapidly transforming into a luxury waterfront destination, driven by new high-end hotels, cultural attractions, and improved access.
China’s top three airlines – Air China, China Eastern, and China Southern – reported rare profits after a strong summer travel boom, signaling a fragile recovery for the aviation sector.
Japan is set to raise visa charges, departure levies and tax-free shopping rules in 2026 as travel demand surges and authorities shift toward sustainable tourism.
Starting September 2025, South Korea will allow visa-free entry for Chinese group tourists, signaling a major boost to tourism and cross-border travel.
Booking Holdings posted robust Q2 2025 results, fueled by strong demand in Europe and Asia despite slower growth in the U.S.
The latest Henley Passport Index ranks European nations prominently among the world’s most powerful passports in 2025, while the U.S. drops to its lowest-ever position amid shifting global mobility dynamics.
Japan is set to require travel insurance, screen for unpaid medical bills, and may adjust tax exemptions to protect its public health system amid soaring international arrivals.