The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) went all out with its support of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) at the latter’s Travel Mart (PTM) in Bangkok. PATA hosted the 47th edition of PTM from 27-29 August, at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC). The annual event is regarded as one of Asia Pacific’s […]
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Sep
Sep
Share The Article Last Updated 3 mins ago If you’re thinking of traveling to Sri Lanka this fall/winter, then organizing your trip is about to get a little easier. Why? Because American travelers will no longer need to apply for a visa to visit Sri Lanka! The aim of this new policy is […]
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Sep
Sep
Online travel platform and Alibaba Group subsidiary Fliggy released its Summer Travel Report for this year, revealing significant year-on-year growth in average booking volume and spending per consumer. This upward trend is consistent with patterns observed during the Labor Day and Dragon Boat Festival holidays, further reflecting travelers’ growing desire for immersive experiences. Fliggy also […]
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Aug
The Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) announced that the Philippines won the Best Diving Destination award at the 2024 Diving Resort Travel (DRT) Show held earlier this month in Beijing. Aside from this, the country also won the Best Tourism Promotion Partnership award at the same event. In an official statement to the media, […]
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Jul
Abu Dhabi Airports is set to revolutionize air travel with the launch of its biometric Smart Travel system at Zayed International Airport, marking a significant leap forward in enhancing passenger experience and operational efficiency. In collaboration with the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (UAEICP) and AI specialist Next 50, this project […]
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Jul
Jul
650 luxury travel advisors representing high net worth travellers from 30 countries participated in the event TDM Editor Given how Asia stands to be the fastest-growing market for luxury travel this year, luxury travel advisers trooped to Singapore to seek out fresh opportunities at ILTM Asia Pacific 2024. From 1 to 4 July, more […]
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Antara River Cruises hosts 50 travel agents from the UK to experience a Ganges river cruise on the Antara Ganges Voyager II
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Jul
Jul
Antara River Cruises, pioneers of river cruising in India, recently hosted 50 Agents from the UK on the river ship Antara Ganges Voyager II for 3 nights and 4 days from June 8-11, 2024. The meticulously planned three day cruise, to showcase the joys of cruising on the Ganges and excursions into the towns along […]
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Jun
Jun
RateHawk, an online system for booking hotels, air tickets, and transfers for travel professionals, has established its first Asian headquarters in Singapore. With the ambitious goal of targeting travel agents in the rapidly growing region, RateHawk is providing local travel professionals with an advanced booking tool tailored to the local markets. The launch of this […]
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Sustainability experts demand for cheaper train travel, with Brits spending 358% more to travel by rail
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Jun
Jun
New data has revealed the pressing dilemma of saving cost or carbon emissions for Brits, as train travel is discovered to be 358% more expensive than driving. In response to a 4.9% rail fare hike earlier this year, Brits are having to opt for more cost-effective modes of transport despite the carbon impact it creates. […]
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May
May
As GJ Travel celebrates over 90 years of guiding adventurers through Iceland’s most breathtaking landscapes, the company continues to honor a rich family tradition of exploration and personalized travel. Rooted deeply in Iceland’s history and culture, GJ Travel offers more than just tours; it provides a thrilling passage into the heart of Iceland, a journey […]