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Indonesia divided over expanding visa-free entry for tourists
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Indonesia divided over expanding visa-free entry for tourists

Indonesia is considering expanding its visa-free travel program as the government seeks to attract more international visitors, but the proposal has exposed a growing divide between tourism officials focused on boosting arrivals and immigration authorities concerned about security, border control and lost revenue.The Ministry of Tourism is pushing for a...

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UN Tourism and ITF point to woman's underrepresentation in tourism transport

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UN Tourism and ITF point to woman's underrepresentation in tourism transport

Thai Airways flight attendant charged in Australia heroin case

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Thai Airways flight attendant charged in Australia heroin case

Ukraine drones' offensive disturbs severely air transport in Russia

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Ukraine drones' offensive disturbs severely air transport in Russia

China to open the world's first hotel exclusively staffed...with robots

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China to open the world's first hotel exclusively staffed...with robots

Madrid capitalizes on screen tourism by funding famous US filmmaker next movie

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Madrid capitalizes on screen tourism by funding famous US filmmaker next movie
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Airbnb reactivates anti-party system for U.S. Independance Day on July 4

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Etihad Rail Set to Launch Passenger Services Across the UAE

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Caracas quakes killed 32, injured 700, paralyzes transport and airport

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easyJet rejects US acquisition bid

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Seychelles has again a Tourism Board and a CEO

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Airbus A380 wing checks following cracks could affect some of Emirates flights

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RAILWAY NEWS

Etihad Rail Set to Launch Passenger Services Across the UAE

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Etihad Rail Set to Launch Passenger Services Across the UAE

The UAE is poised to enter a new era of transportation as Etihad Rail prepares to launch its long-awaited passenger rail services, creating the country’s first nationwide passenger train network.Passenger operations will officially begin on June 30, 2026, with the inaugural route connecting Abu Dhabi and Fujairah. Both Emirates are...

Ireland commits €228 million to boost cross-border rail links

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Ireland commits €228 million to boost cross-border rail links

Fatal UK train collision leaves one dead, 89 injured

20 Jun

Fatal UK train collision leaves one dead, 89 injured

New-generation night trains now linking Vienna to Switzerland

16 Jun

New-generation night trains now linking Vienna to Switzerland
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Singapore Airlines Celebrates 40 Years of Flying from Manchester Airport

Singapore Airlines Celebrates 40 Years of Flying from Manchester Airport

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Alabama Celebrates the Year of Trails

Alabama Celebrates the Year of Trails

11 Mar
Singapore Airlines flies from Manchester: South East Asia, Australia and New Zealand have never been closer.

Singapore Airlines flies from Manchester: South East Asia, Australia and New Zealand have never been closer.

12 Jan
Travel Outlook Launches Strong Voices: A Specialized Off-Site Contact Center for Casino Operations

Travel Outlook Launches Strong Voices: A Specialized Off-Site Contact Center for Casino Operations

2 Oct
Visit Florida's New CEO Bryan Griffin Shares His Vision for State Tourism with Graham

Visit Florida's New CEO Bryan Griffin Shares His Vision for State Tourism with Graham

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Accor Handwritten Collection reaches 50 hotels worldwide

Accor Handwritten Collection reaches 50 hotels worldwide

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China to open the world's first hotel exclusively staffed...with robots

China to open the world's first hotel exclusively staffed...with robots

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Finland landmark Paimio Sanatorium to become a spa hotel

Finland landmark Paimio Sanatorium to become a spa hotel

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SV hotels in Germany and Switzerland earn Green Key certification

SV hotels in Germany and Switzerland earn Green Key certification

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Marriott International introduces Ask Bonvoy, a new AI-powered search engine

Marriott International introduces Ask Bonvoy, a new AI-powered search engine

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WTTC Gloria Guevara concerned about Barcelona's tourist tax increase on short-stay cruise passengers

WTTC Gloria Guevara concerned about Barcelona's tourist tax increase on short-stay cruise passengers

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Oceania Cruises spotlights 2027 Northern Europe itineraries

Oceania Cruises spotlights 2027 Northern Europe itineraries

12 Jun
Seabourn Quest emerges from drydock with new spaces and onboard experience

Seabourn Quest emerges from drydock with new spaces and onboard experience

7 Jun
Carnival data breach exposes information of nearly 6 million customers

Carnival data breach exposes information of nearly 6 million customers

4 Jun
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Widgety launches AI cruise assistant to help agents sell smarter

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Intrepid to host its largest-ever agent training event

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Intrepid to host its largest-ever agent training event

60 agents will join Intrepid in Morocco to experience the positive impact of travel over National Travel Agents’ Day.Intrepid Travel, a global leader in responsible travel, has announced their largest ever in-person training event for UK agents from 4 – 7 September 2026. With support from the Moroccan National Tourist...

Celebrate the Holidays on the Seine—Save 20%

9 Jun

Celebrate the Holidays on the Seine—Save 20%

Celebrity Cruises launches new Europe sale with 60% off second guests, and savings of up to £400

9 Jun

Celebrity Cruises launches new Europe sale with 60% off second guests, and savings of up to £400

VIVA Cruises launches ‘Sell Three, Sail Free’ trade incentive

9 Jun

VIVA Cruises launches ‘Sell Three, Sail Free’ trade incentive

VIVA Cruises launches ‘Sell Three, Sail Free’ trade incentive

9 Jun

VIVA Cruises launches ‘Sell Three, Sail Free’ trade incentive
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Cyprus tourism revenues collapse in April due to the Gulf war

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Cyprus tourism revenues collapse in April due to the Gulf war

Cyprus has reported a sharp decline in tourism earnings for April 2026, with revenues falling by more than 35% year-on-year as geopolitical tensions and aviation-related concerns weighed heavily on demand.According to the latest data released by Cyprus’ Statistical Service, tourism revenues for the month totaled €197.5 million, down 35.1% compared...

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OAG sees challenging headwinds for US air transport this summer

Global airline capacity for the 2026 summer season presents a mixed picture, with geopolitical tensions, changing passenger demand, and shifting competitive dynamics all influencing network planning, according to the latest aviation market analysis from air transport consultant OAG.During OAG's monthly webinar, Chief Analyst John Grant and Deirdre Fulton were joined...

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UN Tourism and ITF point to woman's underrepresentation in tourism transport

A new report from UN Tourism and the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) shows that women remain severely underrepresented across tourism transport, particularly in technical, driving and leadership roles.The Global Report on Women in Tourism Transport provides the first global, sex-disaggregated evidence base on women working across air, land and...

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A pop-up Air France restaurant during the summer in Marseille

Trying Business Class signature dishes without paying the price of a business class ticket? Air France is taking its signature onboard dining experience to Provence this summer with the third edition of its exclusive pop-up restaurant, opening at Marseille's iconic Cercle des Nageurs from July 14 through August 9, 2026.Following...

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British Airways and Porter Airlines with new codeshare agreement

British Airways and Canadian carrier Porter Airlines have announced a new codeshare agreement, giving British Airways customers seamless access to selected Porter Airlines domestic routes across Canada.The partnership allows British Airways customers to book flights to 17 Canadian destinations, including Ottawa, Edmonton and Winnipeg, with connections from the British Airways...

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Destinations Radar

Taiwan launches cash rewards to encourage repeat foreign visitors

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Taiwan launches cash rewards to encourage repeat foreign visitors

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Indonesia divided over expanding visa-free entry for tourists

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Indonesia divided over expanding visa-free entry for tourists

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Exploring 250th anniversary of America through Irish Emigration

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Exploring 250th anniversary of America through Irish Emigration

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VisitEngland launches latest phase of campaign "My coast has the most…"

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VisitEngland launches latest phase of campaign "My coast has the most…"

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Accor Handwritten Collection reaches 50 hotels worldwide

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UAE expands visa-on-arrival program for six more countries

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Wizz Air to boost its presence in Naples

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Thai Airways flight attendant charged in Australia heroin case

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Sarawak to capitalize on legacy-focused MICE events

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More airlines to fly new routes to Thailand despite skyrocketing airport fees

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Tripadvisor agreement to sell TheFork to American Express

Tripadvisor, Inc. announced on June 15 that it has entered into a put option agreement to sell TheFork, its online restaurant reservation and management platform in Europe, to American Express for $700 million in an all-cash transaction.The agreement follows Tripadvisor's February 2026 announcement that it would explore strategic alternatives for TheFork. It recognizes the value...

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Ukraine drones' offensive disturbs severely air transport in Russia

Russia's regional aviation network is facing mounting disruption as a worsening jet fuel shortage forces airlines to cancel flights and reduce schedules during the peak summer travel season.Russia’s airline executives say carriers are being forced to cut fuel consumption by as much as one-third, resulting in widespread cancellations and fewer...

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China to open the world's first hotel exclusively staffed...with robots

The reality is soon to look increasingly like fiction. In China, Pudu Robotics, a leader in commercial service robotics, and Shenzhen Culture & Tourism Industry Development Co. Ltd have officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement to jointly develop the world's first full-scenario robot-serviced hotel on the West Artificial Island of...

Madrid capitalizes on screen tourism by funding famous US filmmaker next movie

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Madrid capitalizes on screen tourism by funding famous US filmmaker next movie

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London Museum in Smithfield to open its doors on 28 November 2026

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Al Maha Island to become Qatar prestigious cultural destination

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easyJet adds 13 new routes from 10 UK airports for winter 2026/27

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