This “White Lotus” Tour Takes Travelers Through Seven Cities Across Thailand

This “White Lotus” Tour Takes Travelers Through Seven Cities Across Thailand

Looking to score a White Lotus getaway on a less-than-White-Lotus budget? Now you can. While part of the charm of the White Lotus–style vacation is the opulence and excessive grandiosity (and the mystery, of course), there’s a way to get close without doing as much damage to your wallet. EF Ultimate Break’s new White Lotus–inspired […]

What Travelers Should Know About the Myanmar and Thailand Earthquake

What Travelers Should Know About the Myanmar and Thailand Earthquake

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake was recorded in Myanmar on Friday, March 28, with tremors felt hundreds of miles away in Thailand and southwest China. The epicenter of the deadly quake was 10 miles outside of Sagaing, near the city of Mandalay, according to the United States Geological Survey. The initial earthquake, which took place around […]

15 Unwritten Rules for Traveling in Thailand

15 Unwritten Rules for Traveling in Thailand

Voted one of your favorite countries in the 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards, Thailand frequently tops travel lists as a country known for its culture of hospitality. Thanks to its tourism-friendly policies—and in part to runaway success of the third season HBO’s The White Lotus—the destination has never been more popular, and interest shows no signs […]

South Korea, Vietnam, Thailand, Taiwan, And Philippines Push Jeju Into Global Spotlight As Netflix Series Ignites Travel Surge

South Korea, Vietnam, Thailand, Taiwan, And Philippines Push Jeju Into Global Spotlight As Netflix Series Ignites Travel Surge

The international success of a new Korean drama set on Jeju Island is breathing new life into South Korea’s long-stagnant tourism industry. Since its worldwide debut on March 7 across One Hundred Ninety countries, the Netflix original series When Life Gives You Tangerines has soared in popularity, climbing to fifth place in Netflix’s global top […]

Vietnam, India, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan Drive Budget Tourism Momentum with Agoda’s Most Affordable Asia Travel Picks for 2025

Vietnam, India, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan Drive Budget Tourism Momentum with Agoda’s Most Affordable Asia Travel Picks for 2025

Rounding off Agoda’s spring ranking is Pingtung, Taiwan, where average room rates remain under $80 per night. As the southern gateway to Taiwan’s dramatic coastlines, Pingtung offers access to Kenting National Park, famous for its rock formations, surfing beaches, and adventure activities. Night markets add vibrancy to the travel experience, while the region’s street food […]

Spain Joins Australia, France, Mexico, US, Philippines, Italy, Thailand, Costa Rica, Brazil, and Portugal in New Beach Smoking Ban to Promote Cleaner Travel and Responsible Tourism: What You Need to Know

Spain Joins Australia, France, Mexico, US, Philippines, Italy, Thailand, Costa Rica, Brazil, and Portugal in New Beach Smoking Ban to Promote Cleaner Travel and Responsible Tourism: What You Need to Know

Spain has officially joined a growing list of global destinations—including Australia, France, Mexico, US, the Philippines, Italy, Thailand, Costa Rica, Brazil, and Portugal—that have introduced beach smoking bans aimed at reducing pollution, protecting marine ecosystems, and encouraging healthier tourism practices. These new regulations are not only reshaping beach experiences for travelers but also reflect a […]