Tag: tourism
Singapore says it’s ready for 2022 travel demand when it returns
There are "encouraging signs of recovery" in Singapore's tourism sector, according to the Singapore Tourism Board.Visitor arrivals reached 330,000 and [...]
A food guide to the Thai capital
Bangkok revels in its status as a culinary mecca.From wizened street vendors who perform alchemy with sizzling woks to whiz-kid chefs who are shaping [...]
Pacific Islands’ zero-Covid strategies unsustainable, professor says
People wearing face masks at a supermarket in Suva, Fiji, April 23, 2021.Xinhua News Agency | Getty ImagesCountries all over the world have seen Covid [...]
Students allowed despite Covid policies
Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Wednesday announced Australia will refund visa fees for vaccinated backpackers who arrive within the next three month [...]
Travel is ‘roaring back’ — That’s good and bad for travelers
Last year wasn't a stellar year for travelers.Perhaps that's why so many are pinning their hopes on 2022. Travel bookings and inquiries are surging, s [...]
How to insure your trip amid airline cancellations
NicolasMcComber | E+ | Getty ImagesAir travel continues to be disrupted this week by the national surge in Covid infections, and many worried Ameri [...]
Bus lines look to win over travelers with upgraded, expanded services
The Jet offers one-by-two luxury seating in its 14-passenger coaches between New York and Washington, D.C., along with at-seat attendant service an [...]
Christmas vacation trips from travel industry insiders
Even without a pandemic, holiday travel isn't for the faint of heart.Millions are expected to travel this month, with threats of volatile weather a [...]
What are the best bars in the world? New York, London, Singapore
London's Connaught Bar is the best bar in the world — again.That's according to "The World's 50 Best Bars," an annual ranking by William Reed Busin [...]
Omicron setback is a buying opportunity for tourism stocks, investor says
The dip in travel stocks following the emergence of a new Covid-19 variant is a temporary "setback" that presents some attractive buying opportunit [...]
Thai lawmakers urged to approve tourism crypto to entice digital nomads
A push in Thailand to boost gross domestic product (GPD) by targeting crypto digital nomads is coming closer to fruition according to local media. [...]
What are good travel gifts? Experiences travelers can book themselves
The newest trend in holiday gifts doesn't take up space in carry-on luggage or add weight to checked bags.It doesn't even need to be packed.Rather [...]
Holiday travel may rebound but overspending, uncertainty can spoil fun
Laura Howden / 500px | 500px | Getty ImagesThe travel industry might get a much-wished-for gift this holiday season, if the latest predictions abou [...]
What are the best cruises in the world? Viking, Disney are big winners
U.S. News & World Report on Tuesday published its ranking of the "best" cruise lines of 2022.The publication evaluated 17 cruise lines through [...]
Drew Binsky got paid to travel the world
It took 1,458 flights and 1,117 buses and trains for Drew Binsky to reach his goal of traveling to every country in the world.And he did it in less [...]