A tax won’t fix tourism
The paper says a tax would do little to change the behaviour of tourists or to keep out rowdy ones.
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Tokyo Disneyland celebrates 40th anniversary
To mark the event, Tokyo Disneyland launched a new parade featuring Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and other popular characters.
Indonesia’s foreign tourist tax may hurt businesses, industry groups warn
Industry insiders cautioned that the government needed to be mindful about Indonesia’s positioning in light of global market demand.
Around the world in 80 days: Age and knee replacements can’t stop these 81-year-old travellers
The duo planned almost everything on their own, including flights, hotels, fun things to do and also checked the requirements for entry into each country.
Jakarta direct flights seen as potential tourism boon for Cambodia
The country welcomed over 2.28 million international tourists, marking an increase of 1058.6 per cent compared to the previous year.
Bangkok revealed among 2023’s top three destinations for backpackers
Bangkok’s top accolades lie with the city’s choice of hostels, average hostel costs and choice of free attractions.
Aum Kangchim, the wish-granting goddess of Chapcha, Bhutan
On weekends, at least 100 people visit the goenpa; some come with their passport and Visa to thank Aum Kangchim.
Chinese outbound travel boom expected from April 29 to May 3
Thailand, New Zealand and the Maldives remain the most popular destinations even as the Middle East and Europe grow in popularity, tourism industry insiders said.
Next Michelin guide edition includes unique flavours of Surat Thani and Koh Samui
Surat Thani and Samui have made it to the seventh edition of Michelin Guide Thailand 2024, expected to be released at the end of 2023.
Khon Kaen is the most affordable tourist destination in Thailand
Thailand’s other top locations are Surat Thani, Nakhon Ratchasima, Udon Thani and Hat Yai, a survey showed.