They were some hesitation to offer free visa on arrivals to travellers, the Ministry of Tourism believing that it would not be the most efficient measure to stimulate markets, especially the sagging Chinese one. But [Read More…]
According to Malaysian newspaper New Strait Times, Malaysia budget towards promotion is not sufficient to turn around the corner and make tourist arrivals growing again. Hopes are high for a change in 2019 reports the [Read More…]
Indonesia highlighted earthquake recovery efforts in Lombok by showcasing places to visit on the island at ITB-Asia’s Muslim Travel Pavilion in Singapore. The country took the opportunity not only to reaffirm the support of the [Read More…]
International arrivals to Cambodia should pass in 2018 the six-million mark, driven by the irresistible growth of the Chinese market. By 2025, the Kingdom should receive 10 million international visitors, highlighted Hul Seila, Deputy Director [Read More…]
Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) Programme is an initiative by the Government of Malaysia to attract and allow foreigners who fulfil certain criteria, to stay in Malaysia for as long as possible on a 10-year [Read More…]
With the recent earthquake and tsunami which just hit Central Sulawesi, PATA reaffirms its commitment to support destinations in dire need of help for communicating and recovery strategies. As the frequency and severity of natural [Read More…]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) is currently marketing the Philippines as an ideal diving hub in Asia by highlighting its numerous dive spots for beginners and professional divers who are inclined to underwater photography. “Part [Read More…]
Over the last decades, urban areas have been rapidly transforming and their populations have grown remarkably. According to the United Nations, in 2015, 54% of the world’s population lived in urban areas and the share [Read More…]
According to a study released by ITB Berlin and IPK International, tourism to cities is the fastest growing segment in the world, including Asia. International city breaks have grown four times faster than the global [Read More…]
Malaysia wants to be perceived as a “Beauty Tourism Hub of the World” by 2019, with the arrival of six million beauty tourists following the launch of 1,000 MyBeauty partners this September. The tourists’ drive [Read More…]
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