9 unique things to do in Penang
Tourist arrivals to Penang have ebbed and flow in the past few decades much like the tides along its beaches. In the 1970s and...
Boat Avenue leads transformation of Phuket’s Cherng Talay
Cherng Talay and the nearby Bang Tao Beach have always been a popular spot for tourists in Phuket. The area is also known as...
Why do expats choose to retire in the Philippines?
More expatriates are choosing to retire in the Philippines. People from the USA, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong and many Nordic countries are all enjoying...
Thailand eliminates COVID-19 testing upon arrival for vaccinated visitors
Thailand is scrapping COVID-19 testing for vaccinated arrivals and eliminating the entire Test & Go program on May 1 as the country looks to...
When will Bali, Phuket and other destinations in Southeast Asia reopen for quarantine-free travel?
A lot of people want to know when will Bali, Phuket and other destinations in Southeast Asia reopen for quarantine-free travel. With COVID-19 vaccines...
Thailand and the Philippines are Southeast Asia’s most popular travel spots
The Philippines recorded the highest number of international flight bookings to Southeast Asia during the first quarter of 2022 followed closely by Thailand. Research...
Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show concludes with a splash
The sixth Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show is now in the books with more than 4,500 visitors heading to the Gulf of Thailand’s premier...
2019 interior design trends for condos
Condos dominate Southeast Asia. The reason for this is simple. Most people live and work in large cities where space comes at a premium....
Muji takes on interior design in Southeast Asia starting with Bangkok
Muji shops remain incredibly popular throughout Southeast Asia. From Bangkok to Jakarta and Singapore to Manila, you can’t miss the Japanese lifestyle brand’s outlets...
4 things you MUST do to get your security deposit back in Southeast Asia
The most nerve-racking aspect of moving out has to be getting the security deposit back. While some landlords are honest and forthright during the...









