Vietnam Motorbike Rental Rules Put Focus on Valid Motorcycle Licences
Vietnam’s traffic rules can penalise owners who hand motorbikes to unqualified riders. Check your licence and IDP before renting.
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Follow the latest travel news across Asia, including rail, bus, ferry and flight updates, new routes, disruptions, and practical traveler information.
Wise QR Payments: Supported Networks Across Asia
Wise lists QR payment support for Malaysia, Cambodia, the Philippines, Sri Lanka and other markets, with eligibility rules to check before travel.
Cambodia Signals Possible Broader Review of Tourist Visa Rules
Cambodia is reportedly considering wider tourist visa changes, but no new rules or dates have been officially announced for most visitors.
Cambodia Prepares Pilot Night Tours at Angkor Temples
Cambodia is preparing a pilot for nighttime temple visits in Angkor. No dates, temples, hours or ticket rules have been announced.
Badung Plans Clearer Event Reporting for Bali’s Main Resort Areas
Badung plans clearer reporting for public and community events in Canggu, Uluwatu, Kuta, Legian and Seminyak.
SWISS to Launch Nonstop Bengaluru-Zurich Flights in October
SWISS will launch five weekly nonstop flights between Bengaluru and Zurich from 28 October 2026, adding a new Europe link for southern India.
Cathay Pacific Raises Fuel Surcharge on Hong Kong-South Asia Flights From August 1
Cathay Pacific will raise its fuel surcharge on Hong Kong–South Asia flights to HK$633 per sector from August 1, 2026.
Shenzhen Natural History Museum Opens in Pingshan
Shenzhen’s new Natural History Museum opens in Pingshan with eight galleries, an 80-yuan adult ticket and Metro Line 16 access.
Navi Mumbai Airport Adds Bharat Taxi Prepaid Transfers
Navi Mumbai International Airport has added Bharat Taxi, a digital prepaid transfer option with cashless payment and QR trip allocation.