Tourism News Page 1323
Relaxed Restrictions Meet High Demand in Asia Pacific
Since the start of the year, there has been considerable variation in travel and immigration regulations throughout the Asia Pacific area. Regionally, international connections are strengthening rapidly.
Portugal Marked Highest Record of Tourists in July
More than 1.8 million tourists stayed in accommodation spots across Portugal last month, with this number being slightly higher than the pre-pandemic levels.
Japan reopens to individual tourists,
On September 7, the government will allow tourists from all countries to enter Japan without joining a guided tour. However, travellers must make travel and accommodation arrangements via travel agencies.
Costa Rica Crowned Central America’s Leading Destination
Costa Rica has this week been crowned the leading destination for travelers in all of Central America for 2022. The picturesque country – famed for its stunning natural landscapes and near unrivaled levels of biodiversity – received the much sought-after accolade from the World Travel Awards this week.
Oman plans host of tourism events towards year-end
Oman’s Ministry of Heritage and Tourism for the Governorate of Dhofar has planned a host tourism activities including Tour of Salalah (cycling), Iron Man and Rub’ Al Khali “Empty Quarter” towards the end of 2022 and the beginning of 2023.
Vegetation-filled vertical resort proposed for Dubai
International architecture firm OBMI has d OBMI opted for a vertical structure that aims to recreate the feel of a private island in the midst of urban centres such as Dubai. Unlike many of the more outlandish concepts proposed for the UAE, Aera is designed to actually be built.
San Francisco Experiments With Climate Tourism
An unexpected destination is emphasizing its own famously cool temperatures as an incentive to stop there on your next cross-country trip. That destination is San Francisco — which has the advantages of a moderate climate combined with all of the amenities of a large city.
Venice Asks Tourists to Help Cut Down on Pollution
The romantic destination of Venice, Italy is doing everything it can to help keep its famous canals and streets and squares looking pristine. The government is now asking tourists to help cut down on pollution by drinking from the many public water fountains that permeate cities like Venice in lieu of using plastic water bottles
Thailand introduces new 10-year long-term resident visa for foreigners
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to advise that applications opened on 1 September, 2022, for Thailand’s new ‘Long-Term Resident (LTR)’ visa, which offers multiple benefits for holders, including a 10-year visa (extendable) and permission to work in the kingdom.
Isla Mujeres Voted Best Island Destination In Mexico This Year
Isla Mujeres, one of the top resort areas in the Mexican Caribbean, has been chosen as the best island destination in Mexico this year by the World Travel Awards.
Hungary: Half of Spas May Close Due to Energy Costs
Due to the increase in energy prices and the decrease in the number of guests, up to half of Hungarian spas may close from the fall to the first half of next year, according to the president of the Hungarian Bathing Association, Zoltán Kántás
2023 travel expo set in Feb.; more booths expected: PTAA
The continuous staging of travel fairs since borders reopened proves that the tourism sector is on its way to recovery, the Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) said Friday.