Dusit International expands in the Philippines with signing of Dusit Greenhills Manila

  Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has signed a hotel management agreement with Primex Realty Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of publicly listed property developer Primex Corporation, to manage Dusit Greenhills Manila in San Juan City, Metro Manila, Philippines.     Guests can unwind in style while enjoying sweeping city views from the...

TravelKuala Lumpur Overtakes Bali to Become The Most Popular Global Destination Among Australians in 2025

Data from Booking.com, one of the world’s largest online travel agencies, has revealed an interesting shift in the most popular global travel destinations among Australians. As shared by the Australian-based news portal Nine.com, usual favourites such as Fiji and Indonesia’s Bali are no longer among the top 10 most searched international flights among Australians, with Kuala Lumpur taking...

TravelStudy: Kuala Terengganu Ranks 6th Cheapest Travel Destination in Asia, Only Malaysian Place on the List

Digital travel platform Agoda recently unveiled its list of the most affordable destinations in Asia for spring travel in April and May 2025, which included a beautiful coastal city in Malaysia that should be on the radar of more travellers. We are of course talking about Kuala Terengganu, which ranked 6th and the only Malaysian destination that...

10 Hyatt Hotels to book with points before they get more expensive this month

Every year, Hyatt breaks our little hearts when it announces which hotels are changing award categories because it means that some of our favorite properties will cost more World of Hyatt points. (In Hyatt's defense, some properties go down, too.) In February, we found out that 118 Hyatt hotels are shifting up in category, and our analysis discovered that the...

These are 10 of the most haunted hotels in the world — and you can actually sleep in them

Looking to celebrate Halloween in a truly spooky fashion? Why not try and brave a night at one of the most haunted hotels in the world? From glamorous Hollywood high-rises to Dublin's stately "Grand Dame," there's no shortage of haunted hotels you can book — in some cases, with points — to get into the All...

Airlines industry to strengthen profitability in 2025 amid supply disruption

GENEVA: The global airlines industry is projected to strengthen its profitability in 2025 with a net profit of US$36.6 billion (RM161.8 billion), representing a 3.6 per cent net profit margin amid ongoing cost and supply chain disruption, said the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Meanwhile, total industry revenues are expected to be US$1.01 trillion (RM4.46 trillion),...

Virgin Voyages now accepting Bitcoin for cruise bookings

Virgin Voyages has begun accepting Bitcoin as payment for cruise bookings. This marks the first time the cruise line, founded by Sir Richard Branson, has adopted cryptocurrency. Passengers can now use Bitcoin to pay for trips across Virgin’s fleet. Per its website, the company’s “Annual Pass can also be purchased using Bitcoin btc-0.25%Bitcoin. As an industry-first innovation, Virgin Voyages’...

10 Places to Visit In Hokkaido

Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost island, is known for its stunning natural landscapes, rich culture, and seasonal beauty. Here are 10 must-visit places in Hokkaido: Sapporo The capital of Hokkaido, famous for the annual Sapporo Snow Festival in winter, Sapporo Beer, and its delicious ramen. Odori Park, the Clock Tower, and Mt. Moiwa are popular spots to explore. Furano Known for...

10 places to visit in Turkey

Turkey, a country at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, offers a unique blend of cultures, landscapes, and historical treasures that make it one of the most captivating destinations in the world. Whether you’re drawn to its bustling cities, ancient ruins, or breathtaking natural wonders, Turkey has something to offer every traveler. Here are ten...

No ETA expected for Malaysian holiday-makers to Thailand

PETALING JAYA: Malaysians are expected to continue enjoying fuss-free visits to Thailand once the country's Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) comes into force in December. To be fully operational by June 2025, the ETA is mandatory for citizens of 93 countries that currently enjoy visa-free travel to Thailand for stay of up to 60 days. However, Malaysia, Laos...