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Tourism Authority of Thailand’s Chattan Kunjara Na Ayudhya and Siripakorn Chaewsamoot speaking about the country’s tourism performance and strategies at Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2023.

Why Thailand tourism is all smiles againInternational arrival figures, plus a greater buyer and seller turnout at the recent TTM+ show, all point to a swift rebound of...

Australia’s tourism industry says an increased tourism tax will stall recovery from the pandemic.

Tax hike angers Australia’s tourism industryIndustry leaders unite to oppose the move in departure tax hike on passengers.

Turkey is gaining popularity as a travel destination for hair transplant.

Hair-raising reason for Türkiye’s tourism boomHigh quality hair transplants are luring tourists to Istanbul and beyond.

Participating travel agents explored Hobbiton Movie Set, immersing in the world of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit Trilogies.

IF YOU SEEK, then New Zealand travel agents should findGlobal travel agents gained destination knowledge through unique experiences in Tourism New Zealand's trade incentive campaign.

Dubai's tourism surged in Q1 2023 with 4.67 million international visitors.

Is Dubai the new crown jewel of international tourism?The Emirati is on the path to becoming the most visited international destination.

Which are the world’s top city brands?ASEAN rising: Cities in Southeast Asia sit firmly among the world’s top 100 in new ranking.

SAUDIA Group is allocating over 1.2 million seats during the Hajj season.

Saudi Arabia enhances Hajj accessibility 1.2 million timesThe SAUDIA Group of airlines have allocated 1.2 million seats as the Hajj season draws near.

The Revelry Hall, one of over a dozen meeting and event spaces at The Barracks Hotel Sentosa, Oasia Resort Sentosa, The Outpost Hotel Sentosa and Village Hotel Sentosa in Singapore.

Turn meetings from ordinary to extraordinary at this all-in-one venue in SingaporeGo from serious discussions to exhilarating experiences, all in one place at this four-hotel enclave on Sentosa.

Sri Lanka's tourism earnings reached around $530 million in the first quarter of 2023, and the country plans to generate a total of $3 billion in tourism revenue for the year.

Sri Lanka sets its sights on wooing 2 million travellers by end 2023Sri Lanka aims to achieve its tourism goal by targeting Indian travellers, which has been its largest source of travelers.

Koh Lipe in Tarutao National Marine Park is renowned for pristine nature, snorkelling, diving, and a small Muslim community with Urak Lawoi people.

Skip the crowds at these top 5 secluded beaches in ThailandThese lesser-known but breathtaking beaches in Thailand offer the same allure as popular hotspots, sans the crowds.

Lionel Messi with his wife Antonella Roccuzzo in Diriyah.

Kicking goals for Saudi, Lionel Messi mulls next moveTourism ambassador skips soccer for the kingdom’s best visitor experiences.

The smog is currently obscuring views of Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai's temple landmark

Hazy days for Chiang Mai tourism as smog chokes the landHit by the smog crisis, Thailand's northern tourist city sees fewer visitors and cancelled bookings and lower occupancy rates.

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.

Malta is Europe's next cruise hot spot. Here's why

Malta is Europe's next cruise hot spot. Here's whyFrom cathedrals to culture, the island country in the Mediterranean Sea has a lot going for it as travel destination.

The world’s longest waterslide is at Penang, Malaysia.

5 newest must-visit spots in MalaysiaFrom the world's longest zip coaster to an enchanting trail through Langkawi's rainforest, here's five reasons to visit...

New York City tops the list of the world's wealthiest cities, according to the latest findings published by Henley & Partners in partnership with New World Wealth.

The world's top 20 wealthiest citiesNew York City tops the list with most number of millionaires, but Chinese and Asian cities are steadily rising up the ranks.

The Mekong region may struggle to handle increasing tourism demand due to challenges including COVID-19 recovery and visitor expectations.

Mekong tourism will soon face a 'high-class problem'Visitors are returning to the Mekong region, but many tourism businesses are not yet fully prepared to deal with the arrival...

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.

Tel Aviv, Israel's capital city, is wooing visitors with new hotels, restaurants and activities.

Sun, sand, and Michelin stars in Israel's capital of coolTel Aviv is fast becoming a rising star with its fusion of ancient history and modernity with a booming food and culture scene.