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Record surge in international skiers drives tourism growth in Japan: Visa
With peak ski season transforming to Spring blossoms, Visa revealed data showing growing popularity of Japan as a ski holiday destination among international travellers as number of visitors surpassed pre-pandemic levels, setting a fresh record.
Tourism Authority of Thailand launches Amazing Thailand Health and Beauty initiative
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) officially launched the Amazing Thailand Health and Beauty initiative.
Thomas Cook India launches the Borderless Prepaid Multi-Currency Travel Card
India's outbound travel saw a record in overseas travel spending of $17 billion in FY24, marking a 25% increase y-o-y (accounting for 54% of all international spending)1 and is projected to reach $55.4 billion by 20342
Singapore Residents’ Year End and Lunar New Year travel spending hit new highs: Visa
Visa, shared that Singapore residents continue to prioritise travel, with outbound spending surging in December last year, as well as the recent Lunar New Year holiday week.
VFS Global’s new Indonesia e-Visa on Arrival official platform goes live for 97 nationalities
VFS Global's new Indonesia Electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VoA) platform, is now available for nationals of all the 97 countries eligible for e-VoA, including Japan.
Namibia introduces online visa-on-arrival to streamline entry for international travellers
Under this new system, travelers can apply for a VoA online, at a Namibian consular post, or upon arrival at designated ports of entry
French Embassy in Manila releases advisory regarding visa appointments
The French Embassy in Manila advised potential visa applicants that the waiting time for an appointment at its visa center in Manila could take at least six weeks.
Vietnam has lifted visa requirements for nationals of Poland, Switzerland and Czechia
Citizens of Poland, Czechia, and Switzerland will be permitted to visit Vietnam without applying for a visa before travelling to the Southeast Asian country.
Indonesian Immigration Department announces adjustment of visa costs for those travelling to Bali
Indonesia’s Immigration Department announced an adjustment to the cost of visa applications.
atlys: Top holiday season destinations for Indian Travellers in 2024
As winter approaches, atlys, a visa processing platform, unveils the travel trends that will define this holiday season.
atlys unveils five AI-powered features to transform the visa application process
atlys, a visa processing platform, introduces five AI-powered features aimed at making visa applications faster, easier, and more accurate.
Tourism Authority of Thailand signs memorandum of understanding with Visa
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and global payments leader Visa recently signed a new memorandum of understanding.
Visa partners with The Bicester Collection and Tourism Office of Spain
Visa, the global leader in digital payments, announced its collaboration with Tourism Office of Spain (Turespaña) through a showcase of opulent experiences for affluent consumers at The Bicester Collection’s open-air, luxury shopping destinations.
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Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or a first-time traveler, planning a trip that’s light on your wallet is always a task.
Atlys sees 60% surge in visa applications from India ahead of the summer Olympic Games
With excitement mounting for the upcoming Summer Olympic Games in Paris, Atlys, India's largest online visa platform, has reported a staggering 60% surge in visa applications for France.
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