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Travel and leisure

Italy sets jet fuel limits at some airports amid supply shortage

The advisories say Air BP Italia’s fuel jet A1 availability is limited. 
The advisories say Air BP Italia’s fuel jet A1 availability is limited. 

Medical Mysteries

Jogger rushed to hospital after ‘super rare’ allergic reaction triggered by exercise

Ms Selina Ang (right) travelling with her son Caleb Lim to Nepal.
Ms Selina Ang (right) travelling with her son Caleb Lim to Nepal.

Weekend Trip

Sunset yoga, meditation and a 6am ‘fun run’: What it’s like to join a wellness retreat in Phuket

A sunset yoga class is part of the wellness programme at SAii Laguna Phuket.
A sunset yoga class is part of the wellness programme at SAii Laguna Phuket.

Fewer Americans plan to travel after surging fuel costs hit budgets

Just under 17 per cent said they intend to travel internationally over the next six months, matching the lowest share since the end of 2022.
Just under 17 per cent said they intend to travel internationally over the next six months, matching the lowest share since the end of 2022.

20 local governments in Japan, including Hokkaido, introduce new lodging tax

The move highlights a growing effort to address overtourism as the number of foreign visitors rises.
The move highlights a growing effort to address overtourism as the number of foreign visitors rises.

Deals

8 best hotels in Taipei for affordable luxury stays: Rooftop pools, skyline bars and more

Best hotels in Taipei for affordable luxury stays
Best hotels in Taipei for affordable luxury stays

Airbnb adds third-party private car pickups in latest services push

Airbnb is partnering with UK-based airport transfer company Welcome Pickups to offer the service to guests.
Airbnb is partnering with UK-based airport transfer company Welcome Pickups to offer the service to guests.

8,300 visitors and counting before Lazarus Island cottages close after ecotourism trial project

Staycation cottages provider Tiny Away Escape @ Lazarus Island will be winding down operations in February 2027.
Staycation cottages provider Tiny Away Escape @ Lazarus Island will be winding down operations in February 2027.

Japan’s cherry blossom season dazzles locals and tourists

People look at cherry blossom trees at a park in Tokyo on March 30, 2026.
People look at cherry blossom trees at a park in Tokyo on March 30, 2026.

Is there a spycam in your hotel room? What you need to know before checking in

Spycam technology has gotten more advanced over the years, with cameras getting smaller and easier to conceal.
Spycam technology has gotten more advanced over the years, with cameras getting smaller and easier to conceal.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.