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09-07-2025
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The best airlines in Asia
Since 2019, Singapore Airlines has taken the crown annually for the leading airline in Asia in the ranking published by the World Travel Awards. For two decades, the airline has operated the world's longest flight between Singapore and New York with a duration of 19 hours flying over 15,300 kilometres. The airline is part of the Star Alliance and has a fleet of over 180 aircraft that fly to over 110 destinations. It offers many seating options from ultra-luxurious suites to spacious premium economy seating. Singapore Airlines is a preferred airline as well due to the gourmet quality of in-flight meals and the remarkable service from the flight stewards.


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07-07-2025
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Great news: Scoot now flies to Vietnam's Da Nang, Nha Trang and Malaysia's Kota Bharu
Looking for somewhere new to go? Here are three destinations to put on your radar (if they weren't already). Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines, just announced that it's adding three new spots to its Southeast Asia network: Da Nang and Nha Trang in Vietnam, and Kota Bharu in Malaysia. It's about time for Da Nang and Nha Trang if you ask us. These two Vietnamese coastal gems may not get the same spotlight as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh, but they're up-and-coming destinations in their own right. These summer favourites have stunning beaches and well-developed nightlife scenes (be it night markets or beachside bars), and Da Nang in particular is the perfect gateway to gorgeous landscapes and cultural attractions like Ba Na Hills, Golden Bridge, the UNESCO World Heritage Site My Son Sanctuary, and ancient towns Hoi An and Hue. Malaysia's Kota Bharu flies comparatively under-the-radar, but is a good option if you're a cultural buff. As the state capital and royal seat of Kelantan, it's the hub of Malaysian traditional arts and crafts – think traditional drums, silat dance, and shadow puppetry. In a sign that demand is hot, Scoot is looking to ramp up flights to these locations progressively until the end of the year. Here's the expected schedule and one-way ticket prices: Da Nang: Three times weekly from October 20; progressively increased to daily flights by December 2025; from 115 SGD Nha Trang: Two times weekly from November 21; progressively increased to five times weekly flights by January 2026; from 135 SGD Kota Bharu: Two times weekly flights from October 26; from 78 SGD More routes to launch at year-end Towards the end of the year, you can hop on a Scoot flight to more destinations like Okinawa, Japan, and Medan and Labuan Bajo in Indonesia. Fantastic news for those who bemoaned the loss of the Okinawa and Labuan Bajo routes previously offered by Jetstar Asia, which recently announced its closure. Scoot will also boost flight frequency on a number of existing routes. Destinations that will soon get more flights: From July 2025: Jakarta, Indonesia; Sydney, Australia From August 2025: Clark, Philippines; Perth, Australia From September 2025: Davao and Manila, Philippines; Hat Yai, Thailand Don't miss upcoming promotional fares Heads-up: a limited-time sale to selected destinations is happening from July 8 to 13. The promotional fares will be on offer on Scoot's website and mobile application. This is on top of a sales launch for the new destinations. To get alerts about the fare, follow Scoot on social media or subscribe to its newsletter.


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07-07-2025
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Scoot launches flights to Da Nang, Nha Trang and Kota Bharu; direct Okinawa flights by year-end
As dismayed as we were to hear that Jetstar Asia is ceasing operations, it's with relief that we see Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines stepping in to fill the void. The airline just announced the launch of three new routes to Vietnam and Malaysia in October 2025, with more longed-for destinations set to join its network by the end of the year. Here's what you can look forward to. New direct flights to Da Nang, Nha Trang, and Kota Bharu Fancy a beach escape sometime soon? Then Vietnam's hot coastal cities, Da Nang and Nha Trang, may be your best bet. Meanwhile, those keen to learn more about traditional Malaysian crafts can now fly straight to under-the-radar city, Kota Bharu, the state capital and royal seat of Kelantan. Here's the expected schedule and one-way ticket prices: Da Nang: Three times weekly from October 20; progressively increased to daily flights by December 2025; from 115 SGD Nha Trang: Two times weekly from November 21; progressively increased to five times weekly flights by January 2026; from 135 SGD Kota Bharu: Two times weekly flights from October 26; from 78 SG It's a bit of a pity that the Vietnam flights will only begin operation in the later half of the year when monsoon season is expected to sweep into central and south Vietnam. We suggest heading to Kota Bharu first while the weather is still dry (usually March to October) and leaving Nha Trang for January or Da Nang for February, when their respective dry seasons begin. Tickets are now available on Scoot's website. More routes to look forward to at year-end Many bemoaned the loss of the Singapore-Okinawa direct flight with the closure of Jetstar Asia. Well, good news – Scoot will launch services to the Japanese prefecture during the northern winter 2025 season. It also plans to launch flights to Medan and Labuan Bajo (the gateway to diving hotspot Komodo National Park) in Indonesia. Besides these new routes, Scoot will also boost flight frequency on a number of existing routes. Destinations that will soon get more flights: From July 2025: Jakarta, Indonesia; Sydney, Australia From August 2025: Clark, Philippines; Perth, Australia From September 2025: Davao and Manila, Philippines; Hat Yai, Thailand Limited-time sales to start soon Here's something to sweeten the deal: a limited-time sale to selected destinations happening from July 8 to 13. The promotional fares will be on offer on Scoot's website and mobile application. This is on top of a sales launch for the new destinations. To get alerts about the fare, we encourage you to follow Scoot on social media or subscribe to its newsletter.