Tourism industry vital to EU economy
BRUSSELS – In the EU, summer is often when the tourism season reaches its peak. In 2022, for example, one in four tourism-related trips made by EU residents happened in July or August. The tourism industry makes a significant contribution … Continue reading Tourism industry vital to EU economy
“Flightright” reveals ranking of the worst European airlines
BERLIN – The consumer portal Flightright has conducted a comprehensive analysis of the quality of European airlines and has now published the results. Over a million passenger data points were evaluated and categorized into reliability, payment behavior for compensation, and … Continue reading “Flightright” reveals ranking of the worst European airlines
Sanya’s Tourism Surge: A Russian-Speaking Haven
SANYA – In the tropical climes of Hainan Island, the city of Sanya is experiencing a remarkable tourism boom. Known for its pristine beaches and lush landscapes, Sanya has become a magnet for travelers, particularly from Russian-speaking regions. This surge … Continue reading Sanya’s Tourism Surge: A Russian-Speaking Haven
Thailand introduces new visa policy to boost economy
BANGKOK – Thailand has announced new visa measures to boost the Thai economy through travel and tourism. These include 60-day visa exemptions and Visa on Arrival (VOA) schemes, Destination Thailand Visa (DTV), and student visas, which take effect from 15 … Continue reading Thailand introduces new visa policy to boost economy
Increasing demand for travel destinations in Asia
DUBAI – German travelers who book their trips through travel agencies prefer long-distance travel destinations for the 2024 summer season. According to RateHawk, an online hotel, air ticket and transfer booking system for travel professionals, the share of accommodation bookings … Continue reading Increasing demand for travel destinations in Asia
Thailand: Laotians arriving on new train connection
BANGKOK /VIENTIANE – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) together with the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) hosted a welcome ceremony for the Laotian passengers arriving today by the full trial train from Vientiane to Bangkok. Passengers onboard the SRT’s … Continue reading Thailand: Laotians arriving on new train connection
Indonesia’s Lewotobi Laki-Laki Volcano Erupts Twice
JAKARTA – Indonesia’s renowned Lewotobi Laki-Laki volcano, a prominent feature on the tourist-favored island of Flores, has erupted twice within a single day, prompting authorities to raise the alert level to the second-highest status. The first eruption occurred today around … Continue reading Indonesia’s Lewotobi Laki-Laki Volcano Erupts Twice
FTI Touristik: All upcoming trips cancelled
MUNICH – The well-known travel group FTI Touristik is facing a major challenge: Due to current difficulties, the company has decided to cancel all planned trips for the next four weeks. This extraordinary measure affects trips until July 5th inclusive. … Continue reading FTI Touristik: All upcoming trips cancelled
GPT4o Revolutionizes the Travel Industry
BERLIN – OpenAI’s latest AI software, GPT-4o, introduced on May 13th, is set to revolutionize nearly every existing industry on the planet. It will certainly also be of interest to how the travel industry will be affected, as this new … Continue reading GPT4o Revolutionizes the Travel Industry
A culinary journey through Asia for Europeans
BANGKOK – Asia, the largest and most diverse continent in the world, is known for its rich and varied cuisine. From spicy curries to fresh seafood to sweet desserts – Asian cuisine has something to offer for every taste. Here … Continue reading A culinary journey through Asia for Europeans