Singapore Travel & Tourism Watch: Grab and ComfortDelGro’s autonomous vehicle trials in Punggol are pushing back on the “you just sit there” myth, with safety drivers stressing constant supervision and readiness to take over. Cross-Border Culture & Travel Etiquette: A Malaysian Facebook post about “choping” tables with tissue packets sparked laughs and debate among Singapore visitors, highlighting how small dining customs differ across the Causeway. Air Travel & Entry Rules: Thailand’s revised visa exemption rules kick in today (15 Sep), cutting the old 60-day stay to 30 days for 60 nationalities, with tighter land-border limits and a shorter Visa on Arrival list. Airline Moves: Cathay appoints Aldric Chau (based in Singapore) to lead Southeast Asia & Oceania, aiming to grow passenger and cargo across nine countries/regions. Regional Deals & Passes: Alike launches build-your-own tourist passes for Sydney and Melbourne, letting travellers pick from 11–17 attractions instead of fixed bundles. Value Travel Inspiration: Booking data shows Aussies are searching for Japan and nearby getaways, with Bali slipping behind Japan in current interest. Tech for Travel Ops: Singdata says its Lakehouse SaaS is now available across 8 global clouds and multiple CPU architectures, targeting multi-cloud data freedom for enterprises.