Southeast Asia Travel News | Update December 30
Vietnam gets mere 3.6 million foreign tourists in 2022 despite early reopening
Vietnam has only received 3.6 million foreign tourists this year, or around 70% of its target.
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Russians flock to Thailand as tourism rebounds from collapse
Thailand is receiving an influx of Russian visitors, with data showing monthly arrivals doubling in November and up nearly seven times from September, far outpacing rises from other countries in the run-up to peak travel season.
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Vietnam voted Asia’s best culinary destination for first time
Industry experts and globetrotters have named Vietnam “Asia’s best culinary destination” at this year’s World Culinary Awards for the first time.
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Indonesia to Keep Loose Entry Rules for Chinese Visitors
INDONESIA has no plans to tighten restrictions for travellers from China, keeping its looser Covid-19 policy for international visitors despite a recent surge in cases.
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Philippines prioritizes Middle Eastern tourists for 2023
The Philippine government has announced that attracting tourists from the Middle East and neighboring Muslim-majority countries is among its top priorities for 2023.
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China-Laos Railway boosts travel, promotes tourism in Laos
The China-Laos Railway has significantly bolstered passenger transportation, greatly facilitated travel, and helped promote tourism in Laos since its launch in December 2021.
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