Thailand closes island to reduce coral bleaching

Thailand closes island to reduce coral bleaching

Although it is currently the tourist season, Pling Island in Southern Thailand has been closed since May 9 to allow the natural environment to have more time to recover after the discovery of extensive coral bleaching.

Southeast Asia - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7

High-speed ferries to Phu Quoc island canceled due to typhoon Saola

High-speed ferries to Phu Quoc island canceled due to typhoon Saola

High-speed ferries to Phu Quoc and Nam Du islands in southern Vietnam's Kien Giang province have been canceled due to the impact of typhoon Saola, with rain and thunderstorms out at sea and waves reaching up to 3 meters on September 2.

Travel - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7

Hai Phong city to turn Vu Yen island into eco-urban area

Hai Phong city to turn Vu Yen island into eco-urban area

Hai Phong authorities have decided to turn the city's Vu Yen island into a high-end eco-urban area.

Real Estate - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7

Phu Quy island welcomes 1 more passenger ship

Phu Quy island welcomes 1 more passenger ship

Phu Quy, known as one of the most beautiful islands in central Vietnam, welcomed one more passenger ship on Friday, raising the total number to six.

Travel - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7

Phu Yen to fine people trampling coral reefs in Yen Islet

Phu Yen to fine people trampling coral reefs in Yen Islet

The People's Committee of Phu Yen province on Tuesday requested local authorities to fine people who step on coral reefs at Hon Yen (Yen Islet), a national relic site.

Travel - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7