Travel
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Japan to open its doors back up to vaccinated foreign tourists
Sep 23, 2022Japan will open its doors back up to vaccinated foreign tourists, after more than two years of closed borders due to the Covid pandemic. Tourists will be able to visit the country without a visa, and... -
ShareTrip and Grameenphone join hands to offer exciting travel privileges
Sep 4, 2022ShareTrip and Grameenphone have signed a long-term contract offering an array of benefits for their loyal customer base. The agreement is designed to enhance opportunities of additional benefits for Grameenphone users, where they can enjoy irresistible... -
Saudis escaping to the “City of Fog”, as Saudi Arabia swelters in sizzling desert temperatures
Sep 1, 2022As Saudi Arabia swelters in sizzling desert temperatures, some are escaping to the “City of Fog” — a mountainous oasis of cool where warm clothing is needed even in summer. Sitting with friends on a picnic... -
Prachantakham Mini-half Marathon to launch in Prachin Buri
Jul 22, 2022The first Prachantakham Mini-Half Marathon will be held on August 28, 2022, in the Prachantakham District of Prachin Buri Province, and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) cordially invites participants and spectators. The event, which includes... -
TAT offers ‘Amazing Dark Sky in Thailand’ travel routes for stargazers
Jul 18, 2022The “Amazing Dark Sky in Thailand” project, which features 12 stargazing destinations or dark sky conservation areas spread across Thailand’s five regions, was launched by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and the National Astronomical Research... -
Heathrow Airport dropped mandatory face masks for passengers
Mar 16, 2022The UK’s largest airport has dropped mandatory face masks for passengers. Heathrow Airport no longer requires people to wear them at its terminals, railway stations or office buildings but will continue to recommend they do, reports... -
UK’s Government ministers expected to agree to scrap all England’s remaining international travel restrictions
Mar 14, 2022Government ministers are expected to agree to scrap all England’s remaining international travel restrictions. Currently, everyone travelling to the UK must complete a passenger locator form before they arrive, reports BBC. Travellers who are not fully... -
Malaysia to re-open for tourists after two-year Covid closure
Mar 8, 2022Malaysia will reopen to all vaccinated tourists on April 1, officials announced Tuesday, joining a growing number of countries that have lifted restrictions in an effort to live with Covid. The tourism-dependent Southeast Asian country, which... -
The spread of the Omicron coronavirus variant would delay its return to profitability, Royal Caribbean warns
Feb 4, 2022Cruise operator Royal Caribbean Group said on Friday that the spread of the Omicron coronavirus variant would delay its return to profitability by a few months after posting a bigger loss than expected in the fourth... -
Thailand to introduce $9 visitor fee from April
Jan 12, 2022Thailand will charge foreign visitors a $9 entry fee beginning in April, according to officials, as the country tries to entice tourists back and mend its Covid-damaged tourism sector. Last year, Thailand’s vital tourism industry was...