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Singaporeans only forgo one day of their 20-day holiday entitlements.

Countries with the most paid vacation days per yearTime off: The French embrace it, the Japanese snub it while those in Hong Kong take more than they are entitled to.

Will the 2024 Paris Olympics boost tourism to France?

Will the 2024 Paris Olympics boost tourism to France?All eyes are on Paris but inbound tourism to the French capital is not surging, according to a new report.

Travel agents who want to tap into sports and concert tourism should focus on comprehensive package deals, especially for Thai and Indian travellers.

How travel agents can profit from sports and concert tourism in AsiaSports and concert travellers in Asia are high spenders who prefer package deals and rely on travel agents.

The Mahakumbh fair draws millions of visitors once every 12 years, the largest gathering of humans on the planet.

Want to go to a festival with the largest crowds in the world?Creative Travel offers custom trips for its travel partners to experience the cultural festival of India’s Mahakumbh fair.

The passport, in either paper or electronic format, is available for both domestic and international tourists.

Vietnam wants travellers to go down to the woods todayNew eco-passport aims to encourage visits to national parks.

All tickets for F1 Singapore Grand Prix 2024 will grant visitors access to the entertainment zone.

F1 Singapore Grand Prix 2024 releases star-studded line-upOneRepublic, Kylie Minogue and Lenny Kravitz among acts performing at Singapore Grand Prix 2024.

Ludus Lab’s programmes grew from a successful pilot project where, a year ago, three individuals with disabilities inspired visitors as Enabling Village Tour guides.

Win-win to include disabled people in tourismLudus Lab launches a tourism training programme for persons with disabilities, promoting inclusivity and addressing staffing...

Total emissions from the F1 Singapore Grand Prix in 2023 within Circuit Park decreased by 20.7% compared to 2022.

F1 Singapore Grand Prix races towards a greener futureThe Singapore Tourism Board supported this initiative by installing solar panels at the F1 Pit Building.

Most Vietnamese tourists still prefer travelling around Asia.

Why you may start seeing more Vietnamese tourists soonThanks to the recently expanded visa-free access to 55 countries for Vietnamese, more of them are travelling the world.

The Travel Corporation was sold due to the lack of a next generation to lead, prompting a strategic succession plan to select Apollo Funds, ensuring continued growth and success.

The Travel Corporation sold to private equity firmThe 100-year-old travel company that owns Trafalgar and Contiki has been acquired by Apollo Funds.