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Thailand is the top destination for Chinese travellers for 2023 May Day holidays.

Where are Chinese travellers going during May Day holidays?Outbound tourism from China set to boom, with many APAC destinations coming up as favourites for Chinese travellers.

In the evening, diners can enjoy DJ and band performances at the Beast & Butterflies bar.

Suzhou gets social with China’s first M SocialMillennium Hotels and Resorts has opened its first M Social-branded property in China, M Social Suzhou, with 294 guest rooms...

Taiwan is offering foreign visitors the chance to win shopping vouchers.

Taiwan launches lucky draw to boost tourismThe Taiwanese government is giving NT$5,000 travel vouchers to tourists from 1 May.

The move to drop PCR tests is part of China's efforts to revive its tourism industry and further ease its ‘zero Covid’ policies.

China drops PCR requirement for inbound travellersFrom 29 April, inbound travellers will only need to show a negative antigen test taken 48 hours before boarding.

GTEF and UNWTO signed MOU for post-pandemic era of tourism growth, with alternating annual events in international destinations and Macau.

GTEF and UNWTO join forces to boost tourism economyCome 2024, the Global Tourism Economy Forum location will alternate each year between international destinations and Macau to...

The China-Laos railway is part of Beijing's Belt and Road Initiative and has reported 10 million passengers using its domestic legs by the end of January.

China-Laos cross-border train service beginsLaos' capital, Vientiane, and China's Kunming are now connected by a 1,000km railway with a stop at Luang Prabang.

The project comprises entertainment complexes, a casino, a convention centre, and hotels, with an anticipated annual revenue of $3.8 billion and the creation of 93,000 job opportunities.

Can Osaka's $10b integrated resort be the next Marina Bay Sands?Expected to open in 2029, the resort aims to transform the region into a top entertainment and hospitality destination.

The nationwide rail passes will be affected, with regional passes remaining unchanged for now.

Inflation is rail: Price hike for Japan Rail PassStarting from October, Japan's popular JR Pass is set to cost 65% to 72% more for visitors.

This shortage has put a strain on the city's hospitality industry, which is grappling to meet the high demands of incoming tourists.

Room shortage in Macau as tourism comes backRates are going up as Macau's hotels operate on partial capacity amid a lack of manpower.

Japan, South Korea, and Hong Kong have emerged as the most sought-after destinations among travellers.

The top Asian destinations among global travellersTrip.com reveals soaring demand for Asia-Pacific in 2023 due to the region's cultural richness and diverse attractions.