Thailand & Laos Look to Encourage Cross-Border Travel – An Added Boost for Tourism
Neighbouring nations Thailand and Laos are looking to facilitate cross-border travel and thereby, encourage more visitors to boost tourism. On 18th October 2024, Sorawong Thienthong,…
Unified Payment Interface (UPI) in the Maldives – A Boon For Indian Travellers
In a move that will benefit local tourism, the Maldivian president, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu announced last October that the country would introduce India’s UPI…
Sri Lanka’s South Coast Surf Season in Full Swing – Riding the Waves in an Island Paradise
While Arugam Bay on the east coast of Sri Lanka is one of the most popular surfing spots in the world, this time of the…
Spa Ceylon Collaborates with Biodiversity Sri Lanka – Revitalising Coral Reefs
With growing concerns for the preservation of coral reefs across the globe, Spa Ceylon Sri Lanka, the world’s largest Ayurveda brand also promised its commitment to…
New Heights Reached In Tourist Arrivals: Sri Lanka Welcomed 1.6 Million Visitors in October 2024
Continuing the positive trend in tourist arrivals, Sri Lanka achieved a significant milestone this October, welcoming 1.6 million tourists by the month’s end. This…
AirAsia Plans to Boost Singapore Travel Capacity – Strengthening Tourism Ties Across ASEAN
With plans to expand routes beyond the current 286 weekly flights from Malaysia, AirAsia is set to increase its air travel capacity to Singapore. AirAsia Malaysia…
Cross-Border Tourism Revived: Direct Train from Bangkok to Butterworth Resumes
Following a hiatus since 2016, the direct train service between Bangkok, Thailand, and Butterworth, Malaysia, is set to resume operations. This development is expected to…
Sri Lanka Tourism on the Rise: Aiming for 2.3 Million Visitors in 2024
Sri Lanka’s tourism sector is set for a strong recovery, with officials confident of achieving 2.3 million arrivals in 2024, driven by robust year-to-date…
Thailand Establishes New Train Route: A New Gateway for Tourists and Locals
The State Railway of Thailand has announced the commencement of a new train service that connects Bangkok to Penang in Malaysia. The new service…
Sri Lanka’s Tourism Renaissance: A Path to Economic Revival
Sri Lanka’s tourism recovery is poised for significant growth, aided by a new promotional campaign targeting key markets like China, India, and Germany. The…