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Singapore’s tourism sector recovers strongly in 2022, visitor numbers expected to double in 2023
Singapore’s international visitor arrivals reached 6.3 million in 2022 (~33 per cent of 2019 IVA), exceeding STB’s forecast of between 4 and 6 million visitors. Tourism receipts (TR) are estimated to reach $13.8 to $14.3 billion[1] (~50 per cent to 52 per cent of 2019 TR). Barring unexpected circumstances, tourism activity is now expected to recover to pre-pandemic levels by 2024.
Vietnam welcomed over 3.6 million inbound tourists in 2022
2022 was the year that saw the much anticipated return of inbound travel to Vietnam, as the country welcomed over 3.6 million tourists. Building on the success of last year, 2023 is projected to be an exciting year, as Vietnam is expecting to see this number boost to approximately 8 million inbound tourists.
Four Seasons Jakarta Partners with Museum MACAN for Edible Masterpieces
Executive Pastry Chef Lorenzo Sollecito of La Patisserie at Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta has partnered with Museum MACAN, in conjunction with the presentation of The Soul Trembles exhibition by the renowned Japanese artist Chiharu Shiota.
Trip.com Group sees surge in mainland China travel bookings
Trip.com Group, the leading global travel service provider, has seen mainland Chinese demand for travel continue to surge in the run-up to the Lunar New Year holiday season.
Thailand fully reopens to international tourists with extended stay and no proof of vaccination
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to clarify that Thailand continues to welcome all international tourists under the fully-reopen-to-tourism policy that was introduced on 1 October, 2022.
Hotel Nikko Bali Benoa Beach Celebrates 5th Anniversary
Hotel Nikko Bali Benoa Beach will celebrate its 5th anniversary in March 2023. To celebrate it, the beachfront resort offers a wide range of special 5th anniversary offers activities to be enjoyed by its guests.
Japan to restart scaled-down domestic travel discount program
The Japan Tourism Agency will restart its domestic travel discount program on a smaller scale starting Tuesday after a suspension during the year-end and New Year holidays.
Revival in China’s domestic and outbound tourism expected
China removed certain COVID-19 restrictions on international passenger flights on Sunday, with domestic and international tourism expected to pick up steam as the Spring Festival holiday approaches.
Angkor Archaeological Park Attracts 287,454 Foreign Tourists in 2022
The Angkor Archaeological Park welcomed 287,454 foreign visitors in 2022, earning over US$11.5 million from ticket sales, the state-owned Angkor Enterprise said in a news release
Cambodia’s Tallest Buddha Statue to be Built on Bokor Mountain
The 108-metre-high Buddha statue will be erected on top of Bokor Mountain at the Preah Monivong Bokor National Park in Kampot province, making it the tallest Buddha statue in Cambodia.
WTTC reacts to the imposition of travel restrictions on Chinese travellers
Julia Simpson, WTTC President & CEO, said: “After nearly three years, it is great news that China is finally opening up. Chinese visitors around the world contributed U.S.$ 253 billion to the global economy in 2019
Malaysia Airlines and MHholidays Offer Up to 45% Off
Malaysia Airlines and MHholidays are offering up to 45% off on airfares to all domestic and selected international destinations within its network and hotel packages from 4 until 18 January 2023 for immediate travel up to 31 August 2023