The Sydney harbour and CBD have once again been reimagined as a vibrant city in colour as Vivid Sydney kicks off its 16th year. In a festival-first, there is no theme for artists and creators to work within, so visitors can expect to see unparalleled creativity across curated Light, Minds, Music, and Food events and experiences this year. From today, festival-goers can experience more than 200 events over 23 nights that will ignite the senses, stimulate their minds, and tap into unexplored wonder, giving both locals and visitors a unique opportunity to experience Sydney in a whole new light. This year’s program is home to more than 80% free events across both…

Traveloka, Southeast Asia’s leading all-in-one tech travel platform, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Resorts World Sentosa (RWS), Singapore’s premier integrated resort destination. The collaboration is a direct response to Traveloka data showing accelerated Indonesian demand for Singapore experiences and reflects a shared commitment to strengthening regional tourism connectivity by enhancing how travellers discover, plan, and access RWS’s luxurious stays, iconic dining, and world–class attractions through a seamless booking experience at Traveloka. The numbers tell the story. Singapore ranks among the top three outbound destinations for Indonesian travellers on Traveloka. In 2026 to date, Universal Studios Singapore and Singapore Oceanarium at Resorts World Sentosa are the two most-searched…

Trip.com Group has officially unveiled a new bundled booking feature for hotels at an exclusive event, supported by the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI), held at The Event Hall @ Crossroads, Maldives. The launch marks a significant step forward in enhancing travel personalisation and convenience for global travellers, while unlocking new commercial opportunities for hospitality partners in the Maldives. Introducing a New Era of Customisable Travel The new bundled booking feature, which will be available on both Ctrip and Trip.com, enables customers to seamlessly book hotel stays together with a curated selection of hotel add-on services. These may include items such as speedboat and seaplane transport, recreational activities and in-hotel dining experiences. By…

Since January 2026, Bali Zoo has officially transitioned away from elephant riding, introducing Elephant Explorer, a guided immersive experience designed around animal welfare, education, and meaningful interaction. Launched on 15 April 2026, the experience reflects Bali Zoo’s ongoing commitment to strengthening how visitors connect with wildlife, prioritising observation, understanding, and respectful engagement in a naturalistic environment. Through Elephant Explorer, visitors journey alongside elephants in a guided ranger car experience, allowing them to observe natural behaviours, learn about daily care routines, and interact with the animals in a calm and thoughtful setting. Rather than focusing on ride-based activities, the experience encourages visitors to observe and appreciate elephants through a deeper understanding of their…