Ulsan’s Namgu, known as an eco-cultural district and a symbol of Korea’s whale heritage, will host the 5th Jangsaengpo Hydrangea Festival from June 19 to 28 at the Jangsaengpo Whale Culture Village.  The festival has established itself as Ulsan’s premier early summer floral event. This year, the village will come alive with over 37,000 hydrangea plants across 40 varieties, including new additions like Orion Blue, Red Baron, and Marshall. Approximately 900,000 blossoms will cascade across the venue in vibrant waves of color. By night, illuminated gardens will create a beautifully romantic ambiance.   A major highlight this year is the official launch of the “Whale Kart,” a motorized, circular track…

The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and Princess Cruises have announced a three-year partnership to significantly expand the cruise line’s presence in Singapore, reinforcing the city-state’s role as a leading cruise hub in Asia Pacific. Spanning 2027 through 2030, the collaboration is expected to welcome more than 150,000 passengers and deliver meaningful economic benefits across Singapore’s tourism and maritime sectors. The agreement comes at a time of accelerating demand for cruise in Asia Pacific. Fuelled by rising affluence, an expanding middle-class, and a strong appetite for immersive travel experiences, Singapore remains well-positioned to capture the region’s growing opportunities. As part of this commitment, Princess Cruises will deploy three ships, Diamond Princess, Sapphire…

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) presented Amazing Thailand Fest 2026 @Fukuoka (The Wholesome Taste of Thai) from 30 to 31 May 2026 at Tenjin Chuo Park, Kihinkan Area, Fukuoka, Japan. Part of the Amazing Thailand Food Festival (World Tour), the event positioned Thai gastronomy as a gateway to travel, connecting cuisine with wellness, culture, creativity, and destination storytelling. Miss Pattaraanong Na Chiangmai, TAT Deputy Governor for International Marketing, Asia and South Pacific, said, “Amazing Thailand Fest 2026 @Fukuoka places Thai food at the centre of Thailand’s connection with Japanese travellers. Food is one of Thailand’s clearest cultural languages, carrying flavour, wellness, local wisdom, and a sense of place in every dish. Through The…

The Philippines continues to strengthen its position as a rising Muslim-friendly destination in Asia, welcoming travellers from the Middle East and the wider Muslim world through a growing ecosystem of halal- and Muslim-friendly tourism experiences. This momentum is further complemented by the country’s strong tourism and cultural ties with neighbouring Muslim-majority countries such as Brunei, Indonesia, and Malaysia under the Brunei Darussalam–Indonesia–Malaysia–Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA). Recently recognised by Mastercard-CrescentRating as a rising Muslim-friendly destination and ranked 8th among non-OIC destinations in the 2025 Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI), the Philippines continues to gain international recognition for its efforts in advancing halal- and Muslim-friendly tourism. Across the archipelago, travellers can…

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…