#UrbanTransformation

Three cities in Southeast Asia—Siem Reap in Cambodia, Ipoh in Malaysia, and Hanoi in Vietnam—have recently emerged as beacons of urban transformation, according to a traveler and correspondent with three decades of firsthand observation across the region. Their trajectory showcases how regional destinations can thrive and improve under carefully managed growth, balancing heritage preservation with dynamic modernization. This story holds valuable lessons for Thailand as it seeks sustainable pathways to develop and promote its own cities on the world tourism map (Business Insider).