Tourism Industry News

High airfares affecting Langkawi's tourism industry, says deputy minister

KUALA LUMPUR: Langkawi's tourism still relies on domestic visitors and is weighed down by high airfares, says Deputy Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Khairul Firdaus Akbar Khan. He said that while the island's overall performance had been on the…

Holidaymakers afraid visiting Spain because of anti-tourism fanatics

Holidaymakers are avoiding parts of Spain because they fear being 'shot with a water pistol' by anti-tourism fanatics, a travel agent boss has warned. Mark Meader, vice-president of the US ASTA travel association, told representatives at a summit…

The Role Of Eco-Friendly Transport In Sustainable Tourism

Nadezhda Kosareva is CEO at Unitsky String Technologies Inc. The demand for eco-friendly holidays is steadily growing. In fact, the global ecotourism market could reach $561 billion by 2032. However, the environmental impact is also growing…

China's chief space contractor readies plans for tourism programme

As companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin make headlines for sending non-astronauts into space on pricey private tours, a Chinese state firm is expected to unveil its own space tourism programme this week, joining other domestic enterprises as they…

District Tourism Officer inspects Valparai to promote tourism

To promote tourism development in Valparai region, District Tourism Officer Jagatheeswari led a special inspection team to review and assess potential tourism projects. Participating in the inspection were Valparai Municipal Chairperson…

Tourism Faces Jolt After Delhi Blast

'Tourists from long-haul markets such as the US, UK, and Western Europe are especially sensitive to such news, and short-term cancellations or postponements of planned trips can be expected.' India's travel and tourism sector may face an immediate…

98 agreements worth ₹12,000 crore, will be signed in the tourism sector, says Kandula Durgesh

Minister for Tourism, Culture, and Cinematography Kandula Durgesh announced that the State government has secured investments to the tune of over ₹12,000 crore in the tourism sector. He shared that 98 agreements will be signed in the tourism…

Thailand reverses afternoon booze ban after tourism backlash

Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox Published Nov 13, 2025, 10:50 PM BANGKOK – Tourists and local residents will be able to enjoy their afternoon drinks again after Thailand reversed its alcohol ban just days after the…

Reimagining Prague's Tourism Future Through Immersive Media and VR Museums

Prague is one of those cities that wins you over instantly with its river curves, spires, and that warm haze slipping across Old Town rooftops — but beneath the surface, there's an uncomfortable truth: the city is a bit shallow on cultural…

Ministry eyes subsidies for local tourism, travel

By Tsai Yun-jung and Fion Khan / Staff reporter, with staff writer The Ministry of Transportation and Communications is to launch five subsidy programs next year to encourage weekday domestic tourism. The programs are to include a birthday…

Mulugu Set For Major Tourism Boost, Says Minister Seethakka

WARANGAL: Public welfare and development are like the two eyes of the government, and the government is giving special focus to the all-round development of Mulugu district, particularly to enhance its status as a major tourism destination, said…

Visit Quad Cities celebrates 35 years of promoting local tourism, announces latest results

Where healthcare meets hospitality: Can Bali become Asia's next medical tourism hotspot?

BALI: Indonesia is stepping up efforts to strengthen its medical tourism industry and reduce the number of citizens seeking treatment abroad. At the heart of this push is the Sanur Health Special Economic Zone (SEZ), a new development located on…

NU Manila CTHM Students Champion Sustainability at the Youth for Tourism and Hospitality International Conference (Y4TH)

Congratulations to the College of Tourism and Hospitality Management (CTHM), represented by Maika T. Gloria, Sean Mykell G. Cunanan, Julia Maxine M. Estacio, Rovhic B. Fernando, and Bernadeth P. Gatdula—Tourism Management students under the…

UAE Joins Forces with Global Leaders to Revolutionize Near-Space Travel with Bold New Tourism Plans

The United Arab Emirates is making headlines as it joins a distinguished group of global pioneers-including China, Japan, the United States, Spain, and Brazil-in advancing the frontier of near-space travel. With ambitious commercial tourism plans…