World’s Highest Bridge Officially Opens in China
The end of September 2025 marked the opening of the world’s highest bridge. The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, as it is called, is located in Guizhou Province, China. This bridge cuts the journey from nearly two hours across the valley to a mere two minutes. Rising 625 meters above the Beipan River, the Huajiang Grand […]
Portugal Voted “Best Destination in Europe” 2025
The World Travel Awards (WTA) held again this year, and Portugal was chosen as “Best Destination in Europe.” In this category, Portugal beat out several other nominated European countries, including Austria, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany, which were in the Top 5. Meanwhile, Greece, which won the title last year, had to settle for […]
Thailand Imposes Alcohol Ban Outside Legal Hours
Thailand has been frequently in the news lately for its surprising regulations. This time, it concerns alcohol consumption in the country, which the Thai government believes is excessive and requires restrictions. This regulation applies to everyone, everywhere, including tourist destinations. Starting in November 2025, a limited alcohol consumption time will be established. The fine is […]
Crossing the South China Sea on a Steel Giant
Travel Notes from Hong Kong to Macau When Cathay Pacific flight CX798, carrying us from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, landed softly in the early morning at Hong Kong International Airport, Chek Lap Kok, the cabin was still chilled by the scent of metal and coffee. Through the windows, the runway appeared to circle over the sea. […]
A Tale of Sharks and Pineapples in Hainan
Our trip to Hainan Island began with a brief stop in Sanya, the second largest city in Hainan Province and a city with many Russian-language signs and road signs. With a local tour guide named Angela, also known as Xiao Lung, our group enjoyed the bus ride along the smooth roads in southern Hainan. Angela […]
Indonesia Showcases Marine, Culinary, and Wellness Charm at ITB Asia 2025
Indonesia, through the Ministry of Tourism (Kemenpar), is showcasing strategic flagship themes relevant to global tourism trends: marine, gastronomy (culinary), and wellness (health and fitness) at the ITB Asia 2025 business-to-business tourism exhibition, held from October 15–17, 2025, at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. The Deputy for Marketing at the Ministry of Tourism, Ni Made Ayu […]
Ministry of Tourism Holds Educational Famtrip for Australian Tourists
The Ministry of Tourism (Kemenpar), in collaboration with Garuda Indonesia, the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia (KJRI) in Sydney, and the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia in Melbourne, is holding the 2025 Australia–Indonesia Educational Familiarization Trip (Famtrip). This activity is a strategic step to promote and strengthen Indonesia’s position as a […]
Pemuteran Tourism Village in Bali Wins Best Tourism Village 2025 Award from UN Tourism
Pemuteran Tourism Village in Buleleng, Bali, Indonesia, has won the prestigious title of “Best Tourism Village 2025” from the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism). This award was presented simultaneously to several of the world’s best tourism villages at the annual Best Tourism Villages by UN Tourism – 2025 Ceremony & Third Annual Network […]
Ministry of Tourism Presents “Gastronomy Tour” at Pangan Nusa 2025 Exhibition
The Ministry of Tourism (Kemenpar) is presenting a Gastronomy Tour program at the “Pangan Nusa 2025 Exhibition,” involving six selected gastronomy industry players at the exhibition, which will take place from October 15–18, 2025, in Hall 9 of the Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE) BSD City, Tangerang. The Deputy for Industry and Investment at the Ministry […]
Kneeling at the Toenails of Goddess Kwan Yin in Nan Shan
The fierce Hainan Island sun immediately burned our skin as we exited the bus at the Sanya Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone. It was quite a busy afternoon, with dozens of tour buses lined up, and most visitors had begun waving umbrellas over their heads, even though there was no sign of rain. With the air […]
