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Authorities tighten Hajj entry rules as regional pressures mount
Regulations governing the sacred Hajj have grown tighter in the face of the ongoing conflict raging through West Asia.
Indian airlines cut flight frequencies as geopolitical tensions extend routes by five hours
In a rapidly evolving global landscape marked by geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty, and shifting traveller behaviour, India’s travel and
Myanmar targets regional travellers to counter Western boycotts as ASEAN arrivals surge
Is there a way by which Myanmar can raise its profile as a tourist destination despite current circumstances?
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.
Vietnam’s luxury travel sector hits $3.2B as market expands beyond major cities
While it has become a perennial favourite for those seeking adventure and cultural experiences, Vietnam has emerged of late as a possible hub for luxury tourism within the region.
Global travel itineraries shift as perimenopausal women become 2030’s power demographic
Women travellers over the age of 45 are challenged by the way their minds and bodies are changing, and travel agencies or independent agents need to take such changes into consideration.
Greece eases border rules for Britons as EU digital system sparks delays
In a move that underscores the growing tension between border digitisation and tourism recovery, Greek authorities have confirmed that UK
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.
Gulf hotel investment thrives amid geopolitical uncertainty and aviation disruptions
The Middle East hospitality sector entered 2026 with strong tourism momentum, supported by large-scale infrastructure investment, expanding aviation connectivity,
Siargao faces cultural crisis as foreign influx triggers ‘invasive tourism’ warnings
Many experts feel that Siargao could be a case study for a disturbing trend referred to as invasive tourism wherein foreigners come to locations in droves, essentially taking over local communities, imposing their own rules and customs, and compromising local culture and security.
China expands silver travel services as accessibility becomes a national priority
For all that it may grow, the Chinese silver tourism scene is riddled with major challenges involving infrastructure, technology, and product development.
Travel sites face ‘cyber siege’ as hackers exploit complex digital integrations
The rapid digitalisation of the travel ecosystem has made online travel agencies (OTAs) indispensable intermediaries between travellers, hotels, airlines
Southeast Asian hotels overhaul infrastructure as medical tourism market nears $36 billion
We consider how the hospitality sector within Southeast Asia can make the most of the region’s rising popularity as a hub for medical tourism.
Commercial aviation sees record female representation amid industry-wide 25by2025 push
Contemporary commercial aviation sees women taking to the skies as pilots or taking the lead on the ground in terms of both air traffic and flight engineering.
Tech shields West Asia’s heritage as regional war curbs tourism
Cultural tourism throughout West Asia stands to lose more than it can possibly gain under ongoing circumstances.
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