WHY TAKE A TRIP TO SOUTHEAST ASIA ?
BANGKOK – Southeast Asia is a region of diverse cultures, landscapes and experiences that offers something for every traveler. Whether you are looking for adventure, relaxation, history or spirituality, you will find it in Southeast Asia. Here are some reasons … Continue reading WHY TAKE A TRIP TO SOUTHEAST ASIA ?
China to fully reopen borders to foreigners
BEIJING, – China will reopen its borders to foreign tourists for the first time in the three years since the COVID-19 pandemic erupted by allowing all categories of visas to be issued from Wednesday. The removal of this last cross-border … Continue reading China to fully reopen borders to foreigners
Malaysia: Cooperations with three European Travel Associations
BERLIN – The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with three European Tour and Travel Agency Associations at ITB Berlin 2023, marking a new level of cooperation between Malaysian tourism stakeholders and … Continue reading Malaysia: Cooperations with three European Travel Associations
ITB RESTARTED: 5,500 exhibitors from 161 countries
BERLIN – ITB Berlin 2023 has come to a successful end: With around 5,500 exhibitors from 161 countries, the World’s Leading Travel Trade Show maintains its position as the leading platform for the global travel industry. The industry expected 2023 … Continue reading ITB RESTARTED: 5,500 exhibitors from 161 countries
Thailand: Chinese tourists complain about visa fees
BANGKOK – On February 14, the Thai cabinet approved the collection of an entry free on foreign visitors, effective starting on June 1. Those coming by air will need to pay 300 baht ($8) for each trip and those entering … Continue reading Thailand: Chinese tourists complain about visa fees
Hopes Rise for Vaccinated Travelers in Europe
GENEVA – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed the relaxation of COVID-19 border measures for vaccinated passengers, and the broader use of affordable antigen testing adopted by Spain and France this week. This is tempered by ongoing disappointment at … Continue reading Hopes Rise for Vaccinated Travelers in Europe
Vietnam investing billions to develop Phu Quoc Island
Phu Quoc – Vietnamese developers are spending billions of dollars to develop Phu Quoc, and island historically known for its fish sauce, into a major tourist resort to rival the likes of Bali and Phuket. The island real estate market … Continue reading Vietnam investing billions to develop Phu Quoc Island
BER: Passenger volume remains low in April
BERLIN – Passenger volume at Berlin Brandenburg Willy Brandt Airport (BER) remained at a very low level in April. Approximately 265,000 passengers took off and landed at BER last month. That is around 44,000 more than in the previous month … Continue reading BER: Passenger volume remains low in April
IATA: Negative Passenger Demand Trend Continues
GENEVA – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that passenger traffic fell in February 2021, both compared to pre-COVID levels (February 2019) and compared to the immediate month prior (January 2020). Because comparisons between 2021 and 2020 monthly results … Continue reading IATA: Negative Passenger Demand Trend Continues
Virtual ASEAN TRAVEL FEST from May 4-5
SINGAPORE – Travel suppliers in the South-east Asia region can now register their interest to participate in The Great 2021 ASEAN Travel Fest, a year-long B2B and B2C virtual travel festival designed to help regional hospitality suppliers source new business … Continue reading Virtual ASEAN TRAVEL FEST from May 4-5