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Border control goes biometric as Indonesia unveils AI travel corridor
Indonesia has launched AI-powered biometric corridors at Jakarta and Surabaya airports, enabling passport-free border checks and processing up to 30 passengers a minute — a leap forward in seamless travel.
Overtourism and congestion, yet Japanese Welcoming tourists
Last year, almost 37 million international tourists visited Japan, up from 25 million in 2023 and compared to 32 million in 2019
Paradise goes crypto: Trump’s Maldives resort to be world’s first tokenised hotel
Dar Global and The Trump Organization have announced the Trump International Hotel Maldives — the brand’s debut in the Maldives and the world’s first tokenised luxury hotel development, offering investors the chance to participate from the project’s development phase
Airbus opens its South Korean tech hub
Airbus announced the establishment of an Airbus Tech Hub in Korea earlier today, 18th November.
ATIA members find themselves inspired by Fukushima’s recovery from disaster
Three Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) members returned from a four-day familiarisation trip to Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, inspired by a region transforming its story from disaster recovery to a renewed showcase of culture, cuisine, and hospitality.
India Is Driving Krabi’s Biggest Tourism Reinvention in Decades — And Thailand Is All In
Krabi is entering a new era — one shaped by sustainability, luxury, enhanced connectivity and a fast-growing Indian market that is now influencing the destination’s strategy like never before. In this exclusive conversation, TAT Mumbai Director Nattachit Oonsiam explains how India is powering Krabi’s next chapter and why the “new Krabi” is ready to take centre stage.
Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary invites the world-weary to the Himalayas for a digital detox
Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary, Paro’s first five-star, all-inclusive wellness sanctuary, encourages guests to step away from digital noise and embrace a
Tourist Spending in Japan Hits Record ¥8 Trillion in 2024
Japan’s inbound travel spending from foreign tourists broke an all-time record in 2024, having fully rebounded from the Covid-19 pandemic travel slump
Bohol-Panglao Airport commences wide-body aircraft operations
Bohol–Panglao International Airport (BPIA) welcomed the start of wide-body aircraft operations on Sunday, 16th November, with the arrival of a 459-seater A330 aircraft operated by Cebu Pacific.
Cebu Pacific brings a touch of Filipino culture to its Japanese roadshow
Philippine low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific brought the warmth and joy of Filipino culture to Japan through a two-day pop-up event at Shibuya 109 on the 8th and 9th November.
Villa Le Corail brings Mediterranean traditions in for Festive Magic by the Sea
Villa Le Corail, A Gran Meliá Hotel, pulls out all the stops for its debut festive season on the sun-kissed shores of Nha Trang, with a month-long programme titled Our Kind of Christmas: A Moment of Miracles.
Malaysia Aviation Group introduces new digital enhancements to boost service delivery
Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) is advancing its digital transformation journey with a series of enhancements across its airlines and loyalty platforms.
AirAsia launches To the Philippines with Love programme to support disaster victims
AirAsia recently launched its To the Philippines with Love initiative as a way of supporting regional resilience within ASEAN.
Tantawan Tented Camp: Changing the Luxury Adventure Game in More Ways Than One
Up in Chiang Rai’s hill country, just on the border between Thailand and Myanmar, Tantawan Tented Camp offers a unique approach to luxury tourism, one rooted in a love for nature and a deep sense of compassion for others.
Hong Kong Transforms into a Winter Wonderland with Immersive Light Show
Hong Kong is preparing to transform its bustling Central into a magical winter wonderland as the city rolls out a thrilling
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