Single-visa initiative targets long-haul travellers, promotes seamless ASEAN travel
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin of Thailand is leading an initiative to establish a joint visa program with neighbouring countries that collectively welcomed around 70 million…
Ambitious Plans Underway for SL: Aims to Become a ‘Happening’ Tourist Destination
Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is experiencing a significant rebound, with projected revenue expected to reach USD 1 billion by the end of March 2024. This…
Maldives Tourist Figures Surpass 700,000 mark – Highlighting major increases over the years
In the Maldives, tourist arrivals for 2024 have surpassed 728,000 visitors, marking a 13.1% increase from last year and a significant rise from 2022. Since…
A Visual Introduction – Airbnb’s Creative Guide to Bangkok
An iconic travel destination among many, Thailand has scaled to the top of everyone’s travel itineraries, with over 10 million visitors and an increase of…
Abu Dhabi Announces $10 Billion Tourism Strategy – Adding to the Allures of the UAE
The capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, is poised to become a global tourism leader with the launch of its groundbreaking Tourism Strategy…
Visa-Free Initiative in Sri Lanka Extended Till 30th April – Increase in Arrivals Reported As Well
Sri Lanka has announced the extension of its pilot project granting visa-free entry to visitors from China, India, Russia, Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia. This…
Phuket Ramps Up Tourist Security Measures: Planned Ahead of Visa-Free Travel
High-ranking officials from Thailand’s Tourist Police and Immigration Bureau visited Phuket yesterday in a coordinated effort to strengthen tourist safety and convenience within the popular…
Sri Lanka Gears Up for Tourism Boom: Visa Extension and Last-Minute Appeal Drive Growth
Sri Lanka’s tourism industry anticipates a significant surge in 2024, aiming to attract 2.3 million visitors. A key driver is the strategic extension of visa…
Vesak Day 2024: A Cultural Celebration
Though celebrated by many nations, Vesak’s official declaration as a Buddhist holy day occurred in 1950 during the World Fellowship of Buddhists’ meeting in Sri…
Sri Lankan Tourism Focuses on Influencer Marketing: In the Aftermath of Nas Daily Success
Building on the success of social media influencer Nas Daily’s viral video, the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) is implementing a targeted influencer marketing…