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South Koreans are demanding President Yoon Suk Yeol’s impeachment following his declaration and subsequent withdrawal of martial law.

South Korea tourism disrupted by political turmoilCalls for South Korea's president’s impeachment are causing concerns among travellers about visiting the country.

The tourist endured 20 hours trapped in 13°C weather before emergency responders made the critical decision to amputate his leg for rescue.

Tourist’s leg amputated after getting stuck kayakingThe 60-year-old tourist got his leg wedged between rocks while kayaking through rapids on Tasmania's Franklin River.

Paris Charles de Gaulle airport closed two runways, deployed drones, launched search parties, and put up posters to help find the missing pup.

Paris airport shuts down to find missing dogFrantic search at Paris Charles de Gaulle airport after a pup escaped from her crate, prompting runway closures and drone use.

Members of ASTINDO participated in a beach clean-up as part of their 25th anniversary celebrations, showcasing their dedication to sustainable tourism.

25 years of ASTINDO, from travel agents to eco-championsA week full of fun, sustainable tourism activities marked ASTINDO's 25-year anniversary, highlighting its commitment to...

Opulence doesn’t come cheaply at Mar-a-Lago

Live like a president in Trump’s palacePalm Beach private club, Mar-a-Lago, has million-dollar memberships for sale.

The US$9 travel tax is said to fund insurance for visitors and enhance tourism facilities in Thailand.

Who needs to pay for Thailand’s new travelling tax in 2025The tax will apply to foreign air passengers arriving in Thailand, and potentially extend to land and sea arrivals in the...

A Chinese tourist faced backlash for filing a police report over a train ticket mix-up in Malaysia.

Chinese tourist makes police report after buying wrong train ticketThe tourist filed a police report after the lack of Chinese signage led her to buy the wrong train ticket as she barely...

In Europe, protests occur against overtourism as residents oppose overcrowding, rising living costs, and cultural degradation, demanding sustainable tourism policies and better management of visitor numbers.

Do travellers need to buy overtourism insurance now?WTTC reveals that women in tourism faced significant job losses during the pandemic.

Travel can serve as health therapy by stimulating stress responses and metabolism, enhancing the body’s self-organisation and illness resistance.

How travel may be the secret to staying youngAn Australia study suggests that the regular exposure to new environments and experiences slows down the ageing process.

Malaysia reported nine mpox cases in 2023.

Malaysia confirms first Mpox case of 2024The man diagnosed with Mpox had no record of international travel.