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