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Paris’s Champs-Elysees to shut once a month for pedestrians

Paris's famed Champs-Elysees will soon be closed to traffic one day a month, allowing pedestrians to take over the chic avenue lined with some of the world's most expensive stores, the city's...

Thailand expects record tourist arrivals in 2016

International tourist arrivals in Thailand are expected to reach a record high in 2016, the tourism minister said on Wednesday, after nearly 30 million foreigners came to its temples, beaches and...

Mumbai to get ‘world’s first slum museum’

The teeming Indian metropolis of Mumbai – home to the neighbourhood made famous by the film "Slumdog Millionaire" – is to get the world's first slum museum, organisers said on Tuesday. The...

Qantas crowned world’s safest airline

The Australian flag carrier has been crowned the world's safest airline by AirlineRatings.com for the third consecutive year. AirlineRatings.com is an online platform that collects user reviews...

AirAsia to offer promo fares during CNY

AirAsia will be offering promotional low fares and special giveaways during the upcoming Chinese New Year (CNY). In a statement today, the airline said flights to domestic destinations such as...

Malaysia named top Asian destination for retirement

Malaysia has been ranked as the top country in Asia and fifth in the world in which to retire, according to relocation and retirement specialists International Living. Malaysia ranked above...

Try these off-the-radar alternatives to tried-and-true destinations in 2016

Looking to shake up your travelscapes in 2016? For frequent flyers who’ve ticked off the tried and true, and for those looking for off-the-radar places, a new list from online booking site...

Milan, Paris celebrate wonder of Barbie

The legendary Barbara Millicent Roberts, better known as Barbie, will be celebrated in France and Italy this coming year in exhibitions – in Milan at the Mudec (Museo delle culture) until March...

Mark your calendar for these exhibitions at the Tate

For 2016, the Tate has a stellar line-up of major exhibitions from some of the most prominent artist of the 20th century. Its spaces in the UK will present works by Francis Bacon, Georgia...

British Airways’ top 6 destinations in 2016

From buzzing metropolitan cities to culture hotspots or beach paradises, British Airways has chosen their must-visit destinations across the United Kingdom and Europe for the new year. If...

Los Angeles named best dining destination 2015 in US

Los Angeles has been declared America's best dining city in 2015 for being the "epicenter of freethinking and diversity in American cooking." Editors of the popular food blog Eater.com made the...

Ancient British woodlands poised for fame thanks to star role in ‘Star Wars’

An ancient woodland site in England with a name as mystical as its trees – Puzzlewood – is poised to become a major tourist site after being featured in the latest Star Wars film. Located in...

Disneyland to close attractions to clear path for Star Wars-themed park

A total of 10 attractions and eateries will face the chopping block at Disneyland in Anaheim, California to make way for the new Star Wars-themed space. Starting January 10, attractions like...

‘Taiwan’s Louvre’ opens new museum after 15-year wait

Some of China's most valuable historic artefacts went on display in Taiwan Monday at a new branch of one of the world's top museums, as the island pushes its credentials as a cultural...

Malindo Air bans hoverboards, personal movement devices

Malindo Air today announced the prohibition of all personal movement devices such as hoverboards, mini wheels, electric scooters, Segways and electric bicycles. In a statement today, Malindo...

The most important dates for travel in 2016

Here are the top travel-related events and trade shows to look out for in 2016. 2016 World Spa & Wellness Awards London, England (February 28) The most coveted award of the night is the...

Architectural highlights of 2015

This year saw the completion of several outstanding projects in architecture over the course of the year. From the new Philharmonic in Paris to a new business school in Sydney, here are some of...

Full-body scanning at airports may be mandatory soon

Operating regulations of the Transportation Security Administration (TPA) have recently been updated by the US government giving way to mandatory full-body scans if deemed necessary. Although...

London named world’s most innovative city in 2015

London has been crowned the world's most innovative city in 2015, according to the 9th annual Innovation Cities Index from 2thinknow. Credited as the first European capital to implement...

‘Cuti-Cuti Malaysia’ for most Malaysians celebrating 2016

Forget winter wonderlands and indulgent overseas holidays to usher in the new year. Malaysians are choosing to stay close to home to welcome 2016 in their backyards, according to a survey by...