2023-12-19 18:15
Air India has taken a significant step toward enhancing the travel experience for its passengers heading to Southeast Asia by entering into an interline partnership with Bangkok Airways. Thi… Read More
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2023-12-19 18:10
In September this year, Tourism Malaysia stepped up promotion efforts targeting Vietnamese travellers, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations. B… Read More
2023-12-19 18:03
Billed as the world’s largest hotel industry exhibition, the Guangzhou International Hotel Supplies Exhibition took place this month. It was held from 16th to 18th December 2023 at the… Read More
2023-12-19 17:55
Two Sri Lankan bodies of business and society have joined together in a groundbreaking partnership to bring about experiences that are truly Sri Lankan and truly unique – highlighting… Read More
2023-12-13 08:32
Dubai-based low-cost carrier flydubai has announced that it will become the first airline to offer flights between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the islands of Penang and Langkawi in Ma… Read More
2023-12-13 08:28
The Maldives, a haven for beach enthusiasts seeking opulent getaways, is set to witness a pioneering leap in luxury travel courtesy of Beond, an innovative airline dedicated to transforming… Read More
2023-12-13 08:25
The Maldives, the picturesque Indian Ocean archipelago, has seen a notable influx of Russian tourists in 2023, with more than 180,000 visitors from Russia exploring the tropical paradise, ac… Read More
2023-12-13 08:22
Emirates and Maldivian have unveiled an exciting interline partnership, offering Emirates customers access to 16 additional holiday destinations in the Maldives beyond the capital city, Mal… Read More
2023-12-13 08:18
Dubai International Airport (DXB), renowned as the world’s busiest hub for international travel, announced a significant milestone, revealing that it served a remarkable 41.6 million p… Read More
2023-12-13 08:14
Singapore recently welcomed the world’s best architects and designers at the World Architecture Festival 2023 which showcased some of the leading design projects from around the world… Read More
2023-12-13 08:10
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recently organized the Thailand Wellness Business Make Over seminar, a strategic initiative aimed at inspiring health and wellness providers to craft… Read More
2023-12-13 08:02
The Malaysia International Branding Showcase 2023 (MIBS 2023), which showcased the best of local and international brands in various sectors was successfully held this month in Malaysia&rsqu&hell…Read More
2023-12-13 07:58
The World Bazaar Festival in the Philippines, the nation’s longest-running annual charity bazaar, kicked off its 23rd edition this month. It launched on 13th December and will run up t… Read More
2023-12-12 15:11
The Botswana Tourism Investment Summit, which took place on November 22-24, 2023, is set to position the nation as an emerging economic powerhouse, focusing on its unexplored tourism prospec… Read More
2023-12-12 14:58
Thailand’s Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has revealed plans to grant Chinese and Kazakh nationals a 30-day visa exemption starting September 25, aiming to bolster the country’s… Read More
2023-12-10 14:16
A recent survey has unveiled the most coveted travel destinations for UK holidaymakers, with the Northern Lights, Niagara Falls, and Maldives sea bungalows topping the list. The study indica… Read More
2023-12-10 14:11
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has emphasized the need for intensified efforts to achieve the ambitious goal of attracting 5 million tourists annually to Sri Lanka, as disclosed by the Presi… Read More
2023-12-10 13:52
The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority reported 138,405 foreign tourist visits in August, marking a substantial increase in arrivals. From January to August 2023, over 900,000 tourists… Read More
2023-12-10 13:39
In a promising turn of events, Sri Lanka has witnessed a significant resurgence in its tourism sector, with tourist arrivals surpassing the 900,000 mark as of August 30th, 2023. These encour… Read More
2023-12-07 09:00
Get ready for an immersive experience as Singapore Comic Con (SGCC) makes its much-anticipated return on December 9-10, 2023! This dynamic event, spanning two days, promises a vibrant celebr… Read More
2023-12-05 15:08
The Department of Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities in Dubai (IACAD) unveiled its ambitious Religious Tourism Project during a press conference at the department’s headquarters… Read More
2023-12-05 10:00
The Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB), operating under The Ministry of Tourism and Lands, has enthusiastically welcomed renowned travel influencer Nusier Yassin, widely known as &ls&hell…Read More
2023-12-04 12:22
As Doha takes centre stage as the first city in the Middle East and North Africa to host an A1 International Horticultural Exhibition, Qatar Airways Holidays is unveiling enticing flight-and… Read More
2023-12-04 12:15
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is set to embark on an ambitious initiative to triple its renewable energy supply, backed by a substantial investment of up to $54 billion over the next seven… Read More
2023-12-04 12:00
Hoi An’s Lantern Festival is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful festivals to witness in Vietnam. This festival takes place on the 14th day of the lunar calendar and simply cannot be… Read More
2023-12-04 11:42
The highly anticipated Thailand Biennale is set to make its mark in Chiang Rai, the northernmost region of Thailand, for its third edition in December 2023. The initiative, launched by the O… Read More
2023-12-04 11:27
Oman marked its 53rd National Day on November 18th, 2023, commemorating the country’s independence from Portuguese control. In light of the occasion, the government declared November 2… Read More
2023-11-30 13:43
Melbourne Named Most Sustainable City – Port of Melbourne Also Highlighted for Sustainability
According to Euromonitor International’s, Sustainable Travel Index for 2023, Melbour… Read More
2023-11-30 13:22
On the 17th of November 2023, Bosch, the renowned global technology and services provider, marked a significant milestone — 100 years of establishment in Malaysia. To commemorate this… Read More
2023-11-30 12:39
From the 14th to the 15th of November 2023, Yogyakarta State University, Indonesia, was the epicenter of forward-thinking ideas in the world of education. The International Conference on Edu… Read More
2023-11-28 13:49
Sri Lanka began a global campaign with an ambitious two-phased strategy aimed at transforming the country’s perception and positioning it as a premier travel destination. Wit… Read More
2023-11-28 13:41
Sri Lanka’s tourism sector geared up for a resurgence with an ambitious campaign bearing the slogan ‘You’ll come back for more.’ This campaign targeted both firs… Read More
2023-11-28 12:43
The Krabi Airport, which has been under construction for years to expand its services, has reported an 87% progress towards completion as of July 2023. According to internal department state… Read More
2023-11-28 11:19
The long-awaited mega global destination marketing campaign by Sri Lanka is scheduled to kick off next month. The campaign which has a budget of Rs. 1.4 billion, will be launched on 27th Dec… Read More
2023-11-28 11:03
The highly anticipated Sole DXB is back and promises to be bigger than ever with a celebration of street culture, music, fashion, and art. This year’s edition is set to take place from… Read More
2023-11-28 10:57
Dubai has achieved a remarkable milestone in its tourism sector, reporting a record-breaking performance in the first half of the year (H1). This achievement not only underscores the city&rs&hell…Read More
2023-11-28 10:28
In a significant boost to the UAE’s hospitality sector, hotels in the United Arab Emirates have witnessed a remarkable 24 per cent increase in revenues, amounting to a substantial $7.0… Read More
2023-11-28 10:14
Deepavali, more commonly known as Diwali, is a cherished festival of lights celebrated by the Hindu community. It holds a place of great importance in their calendar, marked by traditional c… Read More
2023-11-28 10:03
The 2023 Yi Peng Lantern Festival in Thailand promises to be a captivating celebration of culture and tradition. This annual event, also known as the Festival of Lights, is scheduled to take… Read More
2023-11-28 02:45
Recently, global hospitality brand, Minor Hotels, announced that it had appointed a new General Manager, Patrik Ilstam, to head Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas. This was put in the… Read More
2023-11-28 02:18
Referred to by many names, the Loy Krathong festival of Thailand is a much-anticipated and looked-forward-to event in the Southeastern Asian country. A time for people to release their negat… Read More
2023-11-28 01:24
Residents of the UAE are no doubt looking forward to the extended National Day weekend this year. That is because though Commemoration Day falls on 30th November (Thursday), the public and p… Read More
2023-11-27 14:36
In August, anticipation reached its peak as Sri Lanka Tourism aimed to surpass the remarkable milestone of 900,000 arrivals, a feat last achieved three years ago. The 16th Edition of the Asi… Read More
2023-11-27 14:29
The group adventure travel company, Intrepid Travel, has added four new tours based around the country of Morocco, with representatives for the company stating that the tours for the country… Read More
2023-11-27 14:15
A Glimpse into the Future On the 20th and 21st of November 2023, Kyoto, Japan, will play host to the prestigious International Conference on Computer and Information Sciences 2023. This upco… Read More
2023-11-26 14:38
As Sri Lanka strives to rebuild its economy following the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, it has set its sights on a key source of tourism: Indian visitors. The island nation is f… Read More
2023-11-25 17:18
From November 22 to 25, 2023, the Saigon Exhibition & Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam, played host to the grand culinary spectacle known as “Vietnam Foodexpo 2023… Read More
2023-11-25 17:13
The World Travel Market (WTM), the premier global event for the Travel and Tourism Trade, commenced on November 6th this year at the Excel Exhibition Hall in London, UK, promoting internatio… Read More
2023-11-25 17:09
Sri Lanka Tourism is set to launch a comprehensive global destination marketing campaign with a budget of Rs. 1.4 billion on December 27, 2023. The campaign, a full-scale worldwide promotion… Read More
2023-11-25 17:00
Malaysia is getting ready to celebrate Deepavali, one of the most significant and widely embraced festivals in the country. What started as a Hindu celebration has now become a public holida… Read More
2023-11-25 16:57
Jewellery Arabia 2023, touted as “The Largest and most Prestigious Jewellery Exhibition in the Middle East,” unfolded its grandeur from November 14th to 18th, 2023, at the Exhibi… Read More
2023-11-25 16:47
This month saw the Maldives celebrate Victory Day, one of its important national events. Held on the 3rd of November every year, this day commemorates the time an attempted coup in the count… Read More
2023-11-25 16:42
Foreign travellers visiting the Maldives have been on a steady rise this year, outpacing the figures of 2022. As per the statistics publicised by the Ministry of Tourism, as of 9th November… Read More
2023-11-25 15:49
Sri Lanka’s tourism industry has slowly but surely gotten back on track following the pandemic and the reopening of international borders and this has been mirrored in a continued incr… Read More
2023-11-24 16:49
On 11th November this year, the Maldives observed its annual Republic Day which commemorates the nation’s transition to a republic from a monarchy. Interestingly, the country which was… Read More
2023-11-24 16:02
Influenced heavily by Hindu culture and its people, Mauritius prepared to celebrate the joyous festival of Diwali on November 12th. The Festival of Lights, renowned for its vibrant and color… Read More
2023-11-24 15:31
The highly-praised event for the exchange of knowledge and techniques, the International Conference on Global Business, Economics, Finance, and Social Sciences (ICGBEFSS) will return to be h… Read More
2023-11-24 15:22
The 2023 Qatar Grand Prix, a race that unfolded over 57 heart-pounding laps at the renowned 5.418-kilometer Lusail International Circuit on Sunday, October 8th.
This much-anticipated event f… Read More
2023-11-24 15:10
During the event, Deputy Minister Doan Van Viet from the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Vietnam highlighted the robust partnership and people-to-people exchanges between Vietnam… Read More
2023-11-24 14:34
To further strengthen cultural exchanges and cooperation, the Kanagawa prefectural government has been actively involved in organizing two significant annual events, the Vietnam Festival in… Read More
2023-11-24 14:11
The “Welcome Back to Thailand” campaign, a joint effort by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Advanced Info Service (AIS), is poised to launch. This initiative aims to e… Read More
2023-11-24 13:45
Oman, a country in the Arabian Peninsula, marked its 53rd National Day on 18th November 2023, commemorating its independence from Portuguese control in 1650; during this time, it also celebr… Read More
2023-11-24 10:16
This festival of lights, celebrated by millions of Hindus worldwide, holds deep significance, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and unity over division.
In Bali… Read More
2023-11-24 10:03
Sri Lanka is taking significant steps to boost its tourism sector by waiving visa fees for tourists from key countries. According to the country’s Ministry of Tourism, the plan include… Read More
2023-11-20 11:00
In the ever-evolving world of travel, ForwardKeys, a leading travel analytics firm, has provided captivating insights. Their recently unveiled list spotlights the 100 most coveted summer des… Read More
2023-11-18 19:28
According to Club Med, a French travel and tourism operator, Marrakech in Morocco, has emerged among the top 10 trending destinations for weddings and honeymoons for next year. This was put… Read More
2023-11-18 19:08
Morocco is emerging as a leader in sustainable tourism, setting a commendable example for other nations to emulate. The country recognizes the importance of preserving its natural beauty and… Read More
2023-11-16 07:36
Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is on the path to a remarkable recovery. On September 26th, the country celebrated the arrival of its one-millionth tourist for the year, surpassing its in… Read More
2023-11-16 06:33
Malaysian economists are expressing optimism regarding the potential for Chinese tourists to significantly benefit the country’s tourism industry. According to a recent report by Publi… Read More
2023-11-16 05:00
Melbourne is preparing to host The Big Design Market 2023 next month which will give visitors an ideal opportunity to do their Christmas shopping all under one roof. This popular event is sc… Read More
2023-11-15 15:30
Malaysia is currently setting its sights on an ambitious target of welcoming 3.2 million Muslim tourists in 2023, a notable increase from the 2.1 million visitors recorded in the previous ye… Read More
2023-11-15 14:43
Japan is experiencing a significant resurgence in its tourism industry, marking a remarkable recovery to nearly 78% of pre-pandemic levels. For two consecutive months in July, the country we… Read More
2023-11-13 13:29
The success of President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s economic program, particularly in fortifying the national economy through tourism growth, was emphasized by a Sri Lankan lawmaker. This… Read More
2023-11-11 10:00
In September, Sri Lanka Tourism achieved a significant milestone as they surpassed the one million arrivals mark. The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority had confidently predicted this a… Read More
2023-11-07 09:23
Former Formula One racing champion from Britain, Jenson Button, was recently featured in a campaign by the Singapore Tourism Board that showcased some of the thrilling activities that this d… Read More
2023-11-07 09:16
In a bid to boost its worldwide presence, Tourism Malaysia recently concluded a series of productive meetings in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh. These gatherings were enhanced with interactive bus… Read More
2023-11-07 09:02
In a remarkable feat, Singapore’s passport has claimed the coveted title of being the world’s best for global travellers. According to the Henley Passport Index, citizens of Sing… Read More
2023-11-07 08:41
In a promising development, Singapore is currently witnessing a significant revival in the number of Indian tourists visiting the country. According to G. B. Srithar, the regional director o… Read More
2023-11-07 08:09
The European Union (EU) remains committed to aiding the resurgence of Sri Lanka’s tourism industry. In March, two “Train the Trainer” workshops were conducted to pave the w… Read More
2023-10-31 15:27
Sri Lanka will focus on promoting culinary tourism which would attract high-end tourists to the country; this sentiment was put in the spotlight by the nation’s President, Ranil Wickre… Read More
2023-10-30 14:19
The largest food trade show in the Philippines, the World Food Expo (WOFEX) was successfully held again this year in the capital, Manila. The event which ran from 02nd to 05th August 2023 wa… Read More
2023-10-29 13:12
Later this month, Thai AirAsia X, a long-haul budget airline based in Thailand, will resume its services which will link Bangkok with the Japanese city of Sapporo. This direct daily service… Read More
2023-10-29 13:09
Known as the Festival of Lights, Diwali symbolises the triumph of good (light) over evil (dark) and is a significant festival amongst Hindu devotees and Indians the world over. This includes… Read More
2023-10-29 13:05
Reiterating their global popularity, Singapore Airlines and Singapore Changi Airport came out on top at yet another reputed international listing; this time, they both emerged amongst the wi… Read More
2023-10-28 11:00
The Vietnam Tourism Roadshow in Seoul has reinforced tourism cooperation between Vietnam and Korea, featuring new visa policies and aiming to attract around 2.6 million Korean visitors in 20… Read More
2023-10-27 13:20
For all those Sustainable Food and Beverage Companies out there, Foodlink 2023 is a great place to gather the necessary networks needed to support your food business be it fast food or… Read More
2023-10-27 13:15
In a dynamic surge, the global fast food containers market, valued at US$ 45.5 billion in 2021, is poised to hit US$ 47.5 billion in 2022, setting the stage for continued growth at a CAGR of… Read More
2023-10-26 06:20
The biggest food hospitality event in the Maldives is set to make a return in the year 2024, bringing back the exhibition, masterclass, and ever-popular culinary challenge to the event. Orig… Read More
2023-10-26 05:57
In an endeavour to foster closer ties with India and showcase its array of new and diverse tourist attractions, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Mumbai, in collaboration with the Ass… Read More
2023-10-26 05:23
Last month, Sri Lanka reached a significant tourism milestone for the year when it welcomed its one-millionth international visitor in 2023. This momentous occasion took place on 26th Septem… Read More
2023-10-26 05:17
Sri Lanka celebrated World Tourism Day on 27 September 2023 with various events and celebrations organised by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority. The theme for this year was “… Read More
2023-10-26 05:10
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a dynamic and cosmopolitan hub, attracting a diverse community of expatriates and tourists. To ensure a smooth and compliant stay in the UAE, understanding… Read More
2023-10-25 16:10
The 5th Grand Canal Culture and Tourism Expo announced its series of activities during a press conference held on September 4 in Nanjing. The expo is scheduled to take place from September 2… Read More
2023-10-24 10:39
On 19th September 2023, two airlines, namely SriLankan and Emirates, announced that they had launched a reciprocal interline agreement. This move was made to enhance connectivity for passeng… Read More
2023-10-24 10:28
The annual Loy Krathong festival in Thailand, a celebration dedicated to the Water Goddess, is set to take place in the early weeks of November and is renowned as the Festival of Light… Read More
2023-10-24 10:16
Thailand has established itself as a preeminent centre of the silk industry, with Khon Kaen in Northeast Thailand serving as its epicentre. Every year, this bustling town plays host to the n… Read More
2023-10-24 09:09
The Loy Krathong festival, celebrated annually in Thailand, is due to be celebrated in the early weeks of November – noted as the festival of Lights for the country. It is a celebratio… Read More
2023-10-24 09:02
The annual cultural event – the Khareef festival – set in the Omani city of Salalah is returning again, much to the delight of its locals and even with a growing fascination amon… Read More
2023-10-24 08:54
Since 1999, the Morija Arts and Cultural Festival has been the premier cultural event in Lesotho, and it took place in the first week of October this year. The festival is gigantic in its sc… Read More
2023-10-24 06:39
The Day Maldives Embraced Islam is a day of importance in the archipelago, signifying the day a pivotal moment in the history of the island when the nation transitioned from Buddhism to Isla… Read More
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