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Bali Expects More Taiwanese Tourists as Taipei Flight Returns

Bali Expects More Taiwanese Tourists as Taipei Flight Returns

Bali eyes a Taiwan rebound as Starlux prepares a Taipei-Bali direct flight from 1 Oct 2026 — what Governor Koster said in Denpasar.
Can You Drink Tap Water in Vietnam in 2026? Safety, Ice and What to Drink Instead

Can You Drink Tap Water in Vietnam in 2026? Safety, Ice and What to Drink Instead

Can you drink tap water in Vietnam in 2026? No, not from the tap. Use bottled water, check ice is factory-made, and stick to sealed drinks e...
Tourise Awards Nominations Open for 2026-2027

Tourise Awards Nominations Open for 2026-2027

The second Tourise Awards are open for nominations from 1 Sept to 19 Nov 2026, with six judged categories plus a new wellness prize and a Ri...
Philippines Bets on Entertainment Tourism With Newport

Philippines Bets on Entertainment Tourism With Newport

The Philippines Department of Tourism and Newport World Resorts signed a two-year MOU on 1 September 2026 to sell Filipino live shows as tou...
Garuda Indonesia Offers 170,000 Free Domestic Flights

Garuda Indonesia Offers 170,000 Free Domestic Flights

Garuda Indonesia is offering 170,845 free domestic roundtrip seats to travellers who buy an international roundtrip to Jakarta or Bali, vali...
Cheapest Way to Travel to Sri Lanka from India in 2026: Flights vs Ferry & Booking Tips

Cheapest Way to Travel to Sri Lanka from India in 2026: Flights vs Ferry & Booking Tips

The cheapest way to travel from India to Sri Lanka in 2026 is a non-stop flight from Chennai or Trichy from INR 9,000 return when booked 30...
Is Bali Safe for Solo Female Travellers in 2026? Areas, Risks & Tips

Is Bali Safe for Solo Female Travellers in 2026? Areas, Risks & Tips

Yes, Bali is safe for solo female travellers in 2026 in Seminyak, Canggu, Ubud, Sanur and Uluwatu with normal precautions. The real risks ar...
Is Sri Lanka Safe for Indian Tourists in 2026? Safety, Scams & Solo Travel

Is Sri Lanka Safe for Indian Tourists in 2026? Safety, Scams & Solo Travel

Yes, Sri Lanka is safe for Indian tourists in 2026 for the main circuits — Colombo, Galle, Bentota, Cultural Triangle, Ella — with normal bi...