After endless months of being ordered to stay at home and follow strict health protocols, people are desperate to travel again. Options may have increased dramatically since late 2021, with lots of countries in Europe and the Americas now welcoming tourists, Mexico remains the top pick for a majority of sunseekers. If visitor numbers are anything to go by, it has…
Japan Reopening For Normal Tourism October 11
Beginning October 11, Japan will scrap nearly all its remaining entry requirements and allow for normal tourism after over 2.5 years of stringent restrictions. During a news conference in New York on Thursday, September 22, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced that Japan will be getting rid of its cap on daily arrivals. Further, the country…
Asia Pacific hotels & hospitality market continues to grow
Investment in Asia Pacific Hotels Rises to USD 10.1 Billion YTD—17% Increase Y-O-Y. Confidence in Asia Pacific’s Hotels & Hospitality market continues to grow as borders reopen, investment appetite increases, and operating performance approaches pre-pandemic levels, according to the latest research from CBRE. The recovery is being largely driven by domestic travel demand, particularly in…
Sargassum Seaweed At Low Levels In Cancun After Hurricane Fiona
Hurricane Fiona has been creating havoc with its dangerous winds and heavy rains across the Caribbean. This hurricane has also affected the natural water currents in the region, changing the direction of the sargassum seaweed, benefitting Cancun. As reported by the Mexican news website Reportur, beaches in the Quintana Roo region—where tourist destinations like Cancun,…
500 delegates attend TAFI convention in Malaysia
Some 500 delegates and speakers from India are now in Kuching for the Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) Convention 2022 being held until today (Sept 22) at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) Themed ‘Build Back Better’, the convention is aimed to educate TAFI delegates on efforts needed to build a more resilient tourism industry…
Survey Reveals The Most Annoying Passengers On Flights
If you have never had another passenger annoy you during one of your flights, count yourself lucky! Most travelers have run into a passenger that irritated them at some point during a flight. The more you fly, the more often you see (or smell) passengers that clearly aren’t the rest of the flight’s favorite character.…
U.S. Claims Top 7 International Airport Megahubs For 2022
A new report by OAG, a travel industry data platform, has determined the most connected international airports worldwide. The report, dubbed Megahubs 2022, revealed the United States claimed the top 7 spots for the most connected international airports. This year has shaken up the airport industry as the world crawls out of the pandemic, and…
Pursue happiness the Bhutanese way
Internationally renowned for its pursuit of Gross National Happiness, the tiny Himalayan nation of Bhutan will soon reopen the fully-restored Trans Bhutan Trail, just as the world celebrates International Day of Happiness on 20 March 2022. Bhutan, the world’s first carbon-negative country, now welcomes citizens and international travellers alike to explore its rich culture and heritage…
Winter ‘workcations’ for the Brits
With the cost of living on the rise, more Brits are being tempted to head overseas for a working holiday in order to save money on their bills during the colder months. According to a new study with 2,000 employees from online printing specialists instantprint, around half (47%) are considering if they could pack up their laptop and head to the…
Enjoy upto 20% off economy flights with Oman Air
Making the travel experience even more rewarding, Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has launched its Weekend Special campaign, offering up to 20% off Economy class fares purchased on the weekend. Guests can pick from a range of international destinations, including Muscat, the airline’s hub and the perfect base from which to explore…