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Fear is driving Chinese travelers away from two of Asia’s most popular destinations
[ad_1] Fewer Chinese tourists are headed to Thailand over safety concerns, a new survey shows. Anusak Laowilas | Nurphoto | Getty Images Japan and Thailand are two of the most…
A UNESCO World Heritage site with thousands of people living inside it
[ad_1] I strolled through the tawny labyrinth-like halls — past quirky cafes, curious tourists, men on motorbikes carrying groceries to their homes, and veiled women ringing temple bells. It’s life…
‘They just come, take a nice selfie … and leave.’ Overtourism returns, but cities are fighting back
[ad_1] A woman takes a selfie with an ice cream cone in front of Rome’s Trevi Fountain. Matteo Nardone | Pacific Press | Lightrocket | Getty Images From overtourism to…
Years in the making, Venice approves a tax on daytrippers
[ad_1] Venice is trialing a tax on day visitors, starting in 2024. Jumping Rocks | Universal Images Group | Getty Images Many travelers are accustomed to nightly tourism taxes tacked…
IN FOCUS: Attracted to danger – why some people go on risky vacations
[ad_1] A spokesperson from the General Insurance Association of Singapore (GIA) said that travellers are “strongly encouraged” to understand the policy terms and conditions, exclusions as well as benefits of…
Burned by the European heat, travelers are seeking new destinations this summer
[ad_1] More people are interested in Sweden this year, in what could be the beginning of a “Scandi summer” travel trend. Martin Wahlborg | E+ | Getty Images An unusual…
Pickleball Diehards Are Choosing Vacations Based On Where They Can Play
[ad_1] “Pickleball toursim” is taking off as fans of America’s fastest-growing sport go to great lengths to incorporate the game into every holiday. [ad_2] Source link
New reports say business travel isn’t going back to normal — ever
[ad_1] Companies should adjust to a “new normal” in business travel, say reports. Tijana Simic | Istock | Getty Images The days of high-flying, big-spending business travel may be over…