Celebrating the Sacred Vesak Poya: A Time of Reflection and Serenity in Sri Lanka
In the serene island nation of Sri Lanka, the vibrant festivities of Vesak Poya have recently concluded, leaving behind an aura of spiritual enlightenment and…
Phuket Named One of The World’s Greatest Places of 2023 – Isan Also Included on the List
In March this year, TIME magazine published its coveted list of “The World’s Greatest Places of 2023” which featured 50 destinations across the world; of…
Qatar expects more than five million visitors in 2023 – Focus turns to tourism
After the football world cup that wrapped up in December last year, Qatar has seen a bit of a slowdown in tourist arrivals to the…
Doha Hosts SWIMCON International Conference 2023 – Swim Australia Accreditation Also Offered
In March this year, the Qatari capital hosted SWIMCON International Conference 2023 which provided key insights as well as the chance for attendees to gain…
Singapore Tourism Board Ramps Up Recovery Initiatives with Travel Trade Partners – Renewed efforts to rebound tourism numbers Post-Pandemic
Singapore is looking to take 2023 by the reins, as evidenced by its approach to tourism policy and initiatives moving forward. An example of such…
The Sinhala and Tamil New Year celebrations in Sri Lanka
The Sinhala and Tamil New Year Festival is a significant cultural celebration in Sri Lanka that is observed by both the Sinhalese and Tamil communities….
Thailand Exceeds Tourism Target of Q1 – Positive Signs for Rest of the Year
Providing the local tourism industry with a significant boost, Thailand exceeded its arrival target for tourists in the first quarter of 2023. This was highlighted…
Songkran Celebrated in Thailand – Koh Samui Amongst Key Festival Hotspots
The traditional Thai New Year known as Songkran was celebrated this month with eager participation amongst locals and foreigners alike. Running from the 13th to…
Massey Hall in Toronto Is A Bucket List Stop For Art & Architecture Lovers – A Cultural and Melodic Landmark
Massey Hall, one of the prevalent Toronto landmarks, is known for being a monument to Canadian musical history today. Standing proudly since 1894, it holds…
No More Tourism Tax for Events in Abu Dhabi – A Further Boost to the Tourism Industry
In a welcome move, Abu Dhabi recently decided to do away with the tourism fee taxation on local events; now, event organisers no longer need…