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Bali is calling for quarantine regulations to be relaxed.
Indonesia cracks down on 'quarantine mafia' in Bali
Kamalaya Koh Samui in Thailand offers a wide array of wellness programmes that range from five- to 21-day treatments.
Well, well, the islands are calling
Bangkok, immortalised in Hollywood movies such as The Hangover Part II, has officially changed its English name to Krung Thep Maha Nakhon.
Same same, but different? Bangkok's getting a new name
Singapore visitors entering Batam and Bintan from 25 February will not be subjected to quarantine upon return.
Quarantine-free travel for Bintan-Batam-Singapore bubble soon to set sail
Amazing Thailand makes a DASH to revive tourism
Amazing Thailand makes a DASH to revive tourism
Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon demonstrates what a metaverse might look like, attending as an avatar at a local event.
Enter the metaverse: the future of Seoul's travel and events
The social media campaign was launched by the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation.
Maldives invites travellers to take a virtual vacation through social media
The six tourism organisations hope that these guides will pave the way for greater collaboration across the tourism sector.
Agents to benefit from newly created travel guides
The holiday island of Hainan has been popular during the pandemic. Here, the Sheraton Sanya Haitang Bay Resort.
Chinese urged to stay home and take the cash
Tourism Queensland says easing border rules is “a step forward” and looks forward to welcoming international visitors to Brisbane and beyond.
This Australian state is opening up, but will anyone come?
After almost a century of achieving independence, Turkey has begun a re-branding exercise of the country’s name.
Turkey officially changes its name to Turkiye
Targeted destination marketing strategies can highlight lesser-known but equally enjoyable travel experiences.
Unique experiences for the post-pandemic traveller
More fun in the sun as Thailand opens three popular beach resorts, in hopes to take the pressure off of Phuket, which remained open under its Sandbox programme. Pictured: Lao Lading island in Krabi.
Welcome to 3 more Thai destinations, don't forget your tourist fee too
“Israel continues to take countless necessary steps to ensure a Covid-safe experience for both those coming into the country as well as our residents,” Eyal Carlin, tourism commissioner for North America said.
Israel welcomes international travellers
Laos extends entry list in bid to boost economy
Laos eases foreign tourist restrictions to stimulate economy
“When the Omicron variant was first identified, we rightly introduced travel restrictions to slow its arrival in our country,” British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said.
UK relaxes Omicron-related travel restrictions
“The ability to enjoy travel experiences once again while making a positive difference will be appealing to The 2022 Traveler,” says Paul Hutton, area vice president, head of Southeast Asia, Hilton.
Travellers want green vacations, and agents can rise to the occasion
After seven years of restoration planning, the reopening of Villa la Voile will bring back to life a slice of Saigonese history.
Restored Villa le Voile in Vietnam to serve as lifestyle and dining destination
Hong Kong Tourism Board offers a variety of perspectives for tourism players to market its offerings.
Business as usual for Hong Kong
All travellers are required to show a negative pre-departure Covid-19 viral test taken the day before they board their flight to the US.
US tightens Covid testing requirements for international travel

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