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Governments all around the world are issuing travel advisories to defer all non-essential travel to Sri Lanka.

Is it safe to travel to Sri Lanka right now?Sri Lanka is experiencing its worst economic crisis in decades, but the tourism sector says inbound travel can have a...

For groups of five or more tourists, the Ulsan government is giving out US$15 daily to subsidise accommodation.

This city in South Korea will pay tour groups to visitVisitors staying for more than a day in Ulsan can receive financial support for travel expenses.

Experts all around the world warn that a global recession is near, and travel businesses may soon find themselves spiralling downwards again before they even recover to pre-pandemic levels.

Are travel businesses ready for a global recession?Battle-worn but still going strong, the travel world is bouncing back, but plans need to be set into motion to fortify...

India, the UK and Russia are the top three visitor source markets for the Maldives.

For Maldives, tourism is coming back faster than anticipatedMore than 900,000 foreign tourists have visited the Maldives so far this year, with more set to come.

Countries have yet to impose any monkeypox-related travel bans.

No monkey business when it comes to monkeypoxHow will travel be impacted with the monkeypox outbreak now a global health emergency?

Both the vaccinated and unvaccinated will be selected at random to undergo mandatory Covid-19 testing outside of the airport.

One random fact to know about Canada right nowCanada restarts its mandatory random Covid-19 testing for inbound air travellers at four major airports.

Thailand is set to impose the 300 baht (US$8.20) tourism on international arrivals.

Visiting Thailand may soon become more expensiveWill the Land of Smiles lose its lustre as a value destination if foreign visitors have to pay a tourism fee and higher hotel...

Park Peninsula is set to become Hong Kong's most exclusive, comprehensive and diversified new destination.

A new floating destination is hitting the runwayHong Kong's upcoming Park Peninsula will feature a combination of leisure and entertainment, sports, tourism, retail and...

Singapore generated S$1.3 billion in tourism receipts during Q1 2022.

The Lion City roars its return with 6 million expected visitorsWith international tourism in Singapore ramping up, the country expects to receive 4 to 6 million visitor arrivals in 2022.

There's much more that Qatar can offer travellers than just this one major sports event.

Qatar's goals for the Fifa World Cup 2022 and beyondQatar Tourism plans to keep travel agents in the loop on its touristic offerings through training programmes and fam trips.

Singapore now houses 52 Michelin-starred restaurants, up from 49 in 2021.

Singapore is a fine-dining cityThe Lion City now boasts more Michelin restaurants than ever before, with 52 starred places in 2022.

The ETIAS programme was created by the European Union to screen travellers before entering Europe.

Europe to start charging visitor fee in May 2023Travellers from visa-free countries will soon be required to pay €7 to complete an online form prior to entering Europe.

The spread of foot and mouth disease among cattle in Indonesia is worrying farmers in Australia.

Sole incentive: Aussie tourists in Bali urged to throw away shoesFarmers worried about spread of disease offer to subsidise replacement flip-flops.

A pricier Bhutan: Some pain for greater gain?

A pricier Bhutan: Some pain for greater gain?While some industry members urge the government to stagger the fee hike, others are concerned about its impact on the country’s...

All travellers are now welcome to enter Australia, regardless of their vaccination status.

Vaxxed or not, it doesn't matter for travel Down UnderFrom 6 July, unvaccinated travellers will be able to enter Australia without any restrictions.

Gastronomy, more so than shopping, wellness or sustainability, is the biggest drawcard for those planning a holiday

Food for thought: Gastronomy is a destination’s best friendFood, food, glorious food. Just add nature, plus some events, and you’re on a winner.

Travellers to Bhutan will now be free to choose their own operators and plan their own itineraries, upon its reopening.

Bhutan welcomes tourists again — at a new priceWhen the country reopens in September, tourists will need to shell out a higher "sustainable development fee".

In Portugal's Douro Valley, wineries perched atop terraced hills frame either side of the Douro River as it flows from Spain in the east to the Atlantic Ocean in the west.

Drink to the good life in Portugal's Douro ValleyTop picks for wine lovers (and river cruisers, too) in Northern Portugal’s Douro Valley — the oldest demarcated wine region in...

Bolivia’s salt flats is one of the world’s best spots for travel photography.

World's top 10 hidden gems to travel toThese secret paradise destinations offer the ultimate secluded retreat for travellers, with incredible photo spots to boot.

The Alpine resort town of Davos is one of Graubuenden’s most iconic locations.

Take a breath of fresh air in Swiss Grand Canyon1,000 mountain peaks, 615 lakes, Michelin-starred restaurants and thermal spas await in Switzerland's largest canton of...