Author: Shawon Hannan
Vinhomes JSC and Sunny Vietnam Co. announce the launch of the Ocean International Lantern Contest and Festival. This event marks the first-ever international-scale lantern design competition, bringing together the most distinguished artisans from major lantern-making cultures worldwide. This annual program, held at the Ocean City megacomplex, aims to create an artistic destination to witness some of the world’s renowned “intangible cultural heritage.” With its overarching theme of “Shine for Life,” the Ocean International Lantern Contest will not only feature the world’s most outstanding lantern artisans but also open new opportunities to elevate and incorporate lantern art into modern life. Through…
There is more to Florida than ‘gators’ and amusement parks. A new study reveals the top state parks in the Sunshine State, with Blue Spring State Park ranking first. The study, conducted by Westgate Palace Hotel at Universal, analyzed Tripadvisor reviews for state parks across Florida. It focused on visitor satisfaction through metrics such as the percentage of ‘excellent’ reviews and the occurrence of positive keywords such as “clean,” “relaxing,” and “amazing views.” Each state park was ranked in accordance with its percentage of excellent reviews. From hiking to kayaking, these state parks have emerged as the perfect destinations for a memorable…
During the recently launched 2024 Beijing Chaoyang International Light Festival, the Liangma River Cultural and Economic Belt, on the theme of “Following Light, Beautiful Shadows,” has erected over 50 lighting installations and staged over 10 entertainment and consumption event across three main areas: the Liangma River International Water Front with the sub-theme of “Flowing Light and Color,” Chaoyang Park with the sub-theme of “A Light Adventure,” and Junwangfu (Mansion of Commandery Prince Shuncheng) with the sub-theme of “The Art of Light and Shadow of the National Style.” Tourists can access these attractions either on water or on land. Starting from…
ITB ASIA 2024, held from the 23rd to 25th October in Singapore, has successfully concluded. The tribal management team was pleased with the goals achieved at the exhibition. The team participated in the exhibition for the first time last year which centered on promoting Taiwan’s image overseas. This year, the aim was to establish a link between Taiwan’s tribal tourism and the global tourism industry, in the hope that more buyers would get first-hand information on Taiwan’s tribal tourism. In doing so, the team would be able to meet different types of buyers from all over the world, while also…
Last Christmas, reports highlighted Japan’s record-breaking 2.73 million visitors, and this year the trend has only intensified. With 26 million tourists visiting between January and September this year – already surpassing 2023’s total – Japan is poised to be one of the most sought after winter destinations. Whilst Japan is well known for its many unspoken rules of etiquette that have been passed down over many years, it’s not expected that all visitors will know the best ways to navigate Japan respectfully when visiting. To help prepare the upcoming wave of visitors, the experts at Japan Rail Pass have put together some helpful tips to guide…
Travel experts at Seine River Cruises analysed data from TripAdvisor and Google Keyword Planner to identify the best honeymoon destinations in France. Researchers ranked the 30 largest French cities based on the distance to the nearest airport, the number of tourist attractions for couples, the availability of luxury hotels with romantic keywords in reviews, and the presence of Michelin-starred and romantic restaurants with reviews mentioning words like ‘dreamy’ and ‘secluded’. Following this, the best ‘hidden gem’ destinations were identified as those that rank in the top ten but garner no honeymoon-related searches on Google. To ensure fairness between cities of…
As above, so below; as within, so without. Drawing on the dance between the visible and energetic worlds, Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan ushers in a new era of wellbeing with its revitalised Sacred River Spa. The mindfully redesigned 4,970 square metre (53,496 square foot) enclave is the creation of a trio of visionary teams: award-winning Australian architects The Fulcrum Agency, Japanese interior designers Design Studio SPIN, and Indonesian landscape consultants Bukit Kembar Permai. Stunning artwork from Indonesian artists and ceramic masters vies with natural materials and a calming colour palette. And every wall, terrace, entrance, and planted area has been conceived to…
Booking.com, one of the world’s leading digital travel platforms, is expanding its AI-powered features to deliver more tailored and time-saving solutions for travellers. With Smart Filter, Property Q&A, and Review Summaries, Booking.com continues to harness Generative AI (GenAI) to simplify key steps in the trip planning process, making it easier for travellers to find the perfect place to stay, analyse guest reviews and book with confidence. Search Made Simple: Travellers can use the Smart Filter tool to describe their ideal property in their own words. For instance, a couple travelling to Amsterdam for their honeymoon might type, “Hotels in Amsterdam with a great gym,…
Pioneering small-ship expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions is excited to announce its partnership with legendary wildlife television presenter, producer, author, zoologist and naturalist Nigel Marven on his new wildlife documentary, The Last Penguin. Commissioned by leading online documentary streaming service MagellanTV, the 60-minute wildlife documentary will chart Marven’s journey from New Zealand down to Antarctica’s Ross Sea, via the Subantarctic Islands, in search of the emperor penguin on Heritage Expeditions ‘In the Wake of Scott & Shackleton’ voyage departing 7 January 2025. Marven, whose indelible career in wildlife filmmaking spans more than 30 years, described the upcoming documentary as an “important passion project”.…
ICONSIAM is preparing to host the spectacular “Amazing Thailand Countdown 2025” event at its landmark venue, merging the very best of Thai culture with international allure. This year’s celebration will feature Lisa (Lalisa Manobal), the globally acclaimed rapper, singer, dancer, and style icon, giving both locals and international visitors the opportunity to experience Thailand’s vibrant spirit and welcome the New Year with unparalleled style. The event aims to strengthen Thailand’s status as a premier global destination for New Year’s Eve celebrations. The Amazing Thailand Countdown 2025 will take place at ICONSIAM’s River Park, located along the Chao Phraya River in…