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Asia
Southeast Asian hubs tighten visa rules as local backlash over tourist ‘abuse’ peaks
While overtourism has been a serious enough issue over the past several years, tourism authorities throughout Southeast Asia are now dealing with one of its more destructive aspects: the abuse of locals at the hands of foreign travellers.
Asia
Baguio City reports zero crime during Panagbenga 2025
Despite drawing in massive crowds, the northern Philippine city of Baguio declared that no crimes were recorded during this year’s Panagbenga festival.
Asia
Philippine tourism department calls for establishment of tourist courts in the country
Philippine secretary of tourism Christina Frasco proposed the establishment of a special court to swiftly expedite cases where foreign tourists are involved.
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