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Scoot adds two Indonesian destinations: Belitung in May, Pontianak in June
Flights start from $99 to Belitung, $129 to Pontianak – bookings open now
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Flying out of Singapore? You’re now limited to just two power banks from April 15
Charging on board flights still remains banned
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Singapore set to trial self-driving public buses on services 109 and 400 from mid 2026
These buses will be trialled on Service 400 in Marina Bay and Service 191 in one-north from the second half of 2026
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Singapore Airlines launches daily direct flights to Western Sydney’s new airport from November 23
The new route puts you a stone’s throw from the Blue Mountains, Echo Point, Parramatta River, and Western Sydney’s thriving food scene
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Singapore Airlines launches daily direct flights to Hangzhou from June 1
Tickets are already on sale, with prices starting from $439 from economy (accurate at the time of writing)
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Cambodia is planning Asia’s first living underwater museum off the coast of Kep
The S.E.A. Ocean Gallery will feature 3D-printed sculptures designed to become reef habitats for coral, seagrass and marine life
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What do you need to know about Japan’s new lodging tax?
Japan’s latest lodging taxes are now in effect, with more prefectures and cities charging travellers extra for hotel, ryokan and minpaku stays
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There’s an international photography festival happening at Nuanu Creative City in Bali
FOTO Bali Festival 2026 will bring 36 artists from 24 countries to Nuanu Creative City
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All you need to know about Thailand’s THB300 tourist fee
Thailand is moving ahead with a proposed THB300 tourist fee for air arrivals, while separately reviewing its 60-day visa-free stay policy
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Da Nang Fireworks Festival: when to go, what to know and how to get tickets
Da Nang’s biggest summer spectacle returns with six weeks of fireworks, street performances and plenty of activities by the riverfront
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The best spring travel destinations in Asia 2026
Spring may be the best time to visit Asia, when cherry blossoms, perfect weather and festivals are in full bloom
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Weekend getaways: 11 best breaks in Southeast Asia for every type of traveller
We all could use a break from the daily grind – and what better way than an easy weekend getaway? With short flights and minimal planning, you can trade...
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The perfect weekend getaway to Singapore
Singapore is a city of contrasts. One moment, you’re admiring futuristic skyscrapers; the next, you’re strolling through heritage neighbourhoods...
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The perfect weekend getaway to the Maldives
The Maldives is a stunning island paradise known for its unspoilt shores and pristine waters teeming with marine life. Located south of India and Sri Lanka,...
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The best family-friendly hotels and resorts in Singapore
When it comes time for a family vacation or staycation, there’s no need to sacrifice style for comfort
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The most romantic hotels in Singapore
Get in the mood for love with these boutique and luxury hotels that are perfect for a romantic staycation
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The 15 best Singapore hotels right now
From boutique urban stays to luxury villas by the beach, these are the best hotels to book in Singapore in 2026
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5 ways Pan Pacific Hotels Group redefines the modern family stay in Singapore
From an adorable plush toy and bespoke storybook about discovery and adventure to themed rooms and a resort-like pool
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The 11 best cheap hotels in Singapore
Who says budget rooms should be a bore? We've rounded up the best affordable hotels in Singapore for your next getaway
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New hotels to check out in Singapore in 2025
Including a treehouse-inspired luxury hotel and one converted from a defunct train cabin
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Check out this new family-friendly hotel in KL
Your next stay in Kuala Lumpur just got twice as exciting with the debut of not one but two new properties. Nestled in the heart of the city, Marriott's...
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Family-friendly activities in Johor Bahru
JB's not just for cheap petrol and even cheaper food. Will Chin explores five kid-friendly attractions that's perfect for a weekend getaway
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Sleep in a safari tent, slurp fresh oysters and sail alongside dolphins as you take a road trip up the coast of New South Wales
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Queenstown
The beginning of autumn in New Zealand means you get to soak in the gorgeous outdoors – and the adventures that come along with it – without...
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Fancy an escape? A remote Irish island is hiring caretakers
The mostly uninhabited and very, very picturesque Great Blasket island is looking for two custodians
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A town in Sicily is selling €1 houses – and it’ll pay you to fix one up
Troina is the latest Italian town to attract new residents with rock-bottom prices and cash incentives
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France has its first ever Michelin-starred vegan restaurant
The crowdfunded ONA is overturning stereotypes about what this famously gourmet country likes to eat
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Paris’s most famous street is becoming a huge urban garden
The world-famous Champs-Élysées will be lined with all-new planted areas and ‘tree tunnels’ by 2030
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A 750-mile trail connecting NYC to Canada is now open
The trail is now open to hikers, bikers and more