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Best Time to Visit Philippines in 2026: Month Guide

Best Time to Visit Philippines in 2026: Month Guide

The Philippines is driest from December to May and wettest June to November. Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao differ by typhoon, surf and dive se...
Thailand Deportation Rules for Unruly Tourists Tightened

Thailand Deportation Rules for Unruly Tourists Tightened

Thailand's new deportation regulation in force from 28 August targets illegal stay, illegal work, forged documents and disruptive behaviour...
Garuda Indonesia-Saudia Joint Business Planned for 2027

Garuda Indonesia-Saudia Joint Business Planned for 2027

Garuda Indonesia and Saudia will launch a joint business in 2027 after signing a framework following their July MoU. The SkyTeam partners wi...
Do I Need a Visa for Philippines from India? 2026 Guide

Do I Need a Visa for Philippines from India? 2026 Guide

Indians can visit the Philippines without a visa for 14 days from 8 June 2025, and for 30 days if you hold a valid visa or PR from the US, U...
Do You Tip in Vietnam? Complete 2026 Etiquette Guide

Do You Tip in Vietnam? Complete 2026 Etiquette Guide

Tipping is not required in Vietnam — bills rarely include a service charge. Leaving 20k-50k VND for hotel staff, 5-10% in high-end restauran...
Do I Need a Visa for Malaysia from India? 2026 Visa-Free Guide

Do I Need a Visa for Malaysia from India? 2026 Visa-Free Guide

Indians can enter Malaysia visa-free for 30 days until 31 December 2026 without a prior visa, but you must submit the Malaysia Digital Arriv...
Indonesia Forest Fires Close Parks as Haze Hits Borneo

Indonesia Forest Fires Close Parks as Haze Hits Borneo

Indonesia's August-September 2026 fire season has triggered haze across Borneo and Luzon and temporary closure of nine national parks, with...
Thailand Tourist Entry Fee: 300 Baht From February 2026

Thailand Tourist Entry Fee: 300 Baht From February 2026

Thailand will charge foreign visitors a 300-baht entry fee from February 2026, with 70 baht ring-fenced for medical cover and the rest for t...