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Urban micro-economies boom as travellers swap passive sightseeing for local experiences
Urban travel is undergoing a profound structural shift just as the era of passive sightseeing rapidly gives way to immersive discovery.
Spain tightens AI data center rules as power demand threatens tourism
Spain is preparing to put tougher environmental conditions on its fast-growing data centre industry, a regulatory shift that carries implications
China races to fix digital and language barriers as foreign travel surges 11%
China needs to step up its game, especially where service quality is concerned, as global tourists take advantage of visa-free entry.
Central Asian nations overhaul infrastructure as global travelers seek alternative destinations
For all that it has long been synonymous with armed conflict or desolate wilderness, the nations that make up Central Asia are rising as destinations of interest.
‘We’re seeing bottlenecks’: Investment chief warns Vietnam’s infrastructure must match hotel boom
According to Michael Piro, Co-Chief Executive Officer of Indochina Capital Corporation, tourism growth is being driven by liberalised visa policies, political stability, and rising investment in tourism infrastructure.
South Korea pivots to immersive heritage as tourism deficit persists despite BTS return
South Korean tourism has certainly benefited from the Hallyu Wave of recent years, with people coming in from even the most distant corners of the world to catch a piece of the action.
Central Asia tourism revenues surge as China expands Belt and Road investments
Central Asia is often seen as one of the final frontiers of human civilisation: vast domains where human settlements remain few and far between.
Philippines misses tourism targets as service and facility standards lag behind ASEAN rivals
The Philippines will continue to miss the mark if it does not address the major issues that are preventing tourists from coming back or, worse, discouraging them from putting the country on their personal travel maps.
Laos emerges as a destination of choice as travellers seek authentic experiences
Laos may not necessarily be top of mind as a destination of choice for many global travellers, but this mindset is about to change as this small nation in Indochina rolls out the red carpet for those seeking exceptional adventures and understated luxury.
Philippines misses tourism goals as high airfares and poor infrastructure drive travelers elsewhere
In September 2025, the Philippines’ Department of Tourism boldly forecast earnings of over US$45 billion by the end of the year, along with the ambitious target of 8.4 million foreign arrivals.
Catholic bishop calls upon Indonesian authorities to consider sustainability in tourism practices
The Roman Catholic bishop of the Diocese of Labuan Bajo in Indonesia is calling upon the government to prioritise the welfare of both the people and the environment when it comes to tourism in the region.
Japanese government mulls delaying construction on Hokkaido Shinkansen Line extension
The Japanese government announced on 8th March that it needs to delay its plan to extend the Hokkaido Shinkansen Line, Japan's northernmost bullet train route.
Tourism is uplifting livelihoods in the Northern Philippines
The Department of Tourism in Cordillera Administrative Region (DOT-CAR) in the Northern Philippines reports that the growing number of tourists in the region is uplifting the lives of their people.
CRRC launches tourist trains for China’s mountain routes
Chinese train manufacturer CRRC launched a new line of company launched tourist trains near Lijiang last February.
Nepal’s Koshi Province to push for development of tourism infrastructure
Hikmat Kumar Karki, chief minister of Koshi Province in Nepal, announced that efforts are underway with regard to the development of tourism infrastructure within the area.
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