OKTOBERFEST 2025 DRAWS RECORD NUMBERS OF INTERNATIONAL VISITORS

Oktoberfest in Munich, known as the world's largest folk festival, cemented itself even further as a global phenomenon in 2025. Hotel booking data from RateGain showed a record number of international visitors flocked to the event. It's much more...

Vietnam expands smoke-free environment to promote public health, tourism

Hanoi (VNA) - Vietnam is moving to expand smoke-free spaces as a crucial solution to protect public health as well as to pave the way for sustainable tourism development as the country records more than 104,000 tobacco-related deaths each year....

Top 10 travel brands in Southeast Asia 2025

For the second year in a row, Vietnam Airlines has soared past the competition to claim the top spot on our list of Southeast Asia’s top 10 travel brands. Certified as a four-star carrier by Skytrax, the national airline of Vietnam has served some...

She's traveled to Bali, India and the U.S. alone. Here are her tips for solo female travelers

From mountain trekking in India to a silent retreat in Bali, I've been fortunate to travel solo multiple times in the past decade. Over the years, I've found that mixing tours with independent travel helps me get the most out of my trips. Meeting...

Israel Courts Filipino Tourists as It Looks Toward Direct Flights

By ROY C. MABASA With apples, honey, and a symbolic toast, Israel brought the spirit of the Jewish New Year to Manila, along with a clear message that more Filipinos are encouraged to visit the Holy Land. In a festive event held ahead of Rosh...

Reverend Musa Zondi champions inclusive and sustainable tourism for economic growth in KwaZulu-Natal

As Tourism Month celebrations unfold across the country, Reverend Musa Zondi, the MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs in KwaZulu-Natal, has underscored the significance of sustainable rural tourism for economic growth....

Lotte Duty Free drives group travel growth through partnerships in Guangzhou and Qingdao

SOUTH KOREA/CHINA. Reflecting the recent deepening relationship between South Korea and China, Lotte Duty Free s sent a delegation to Guangzhou and Qingdao (10-12 September) to capture the growing Chinese travel market by engaging with over 30...

ETAA Mumbai kickstarts Knowledge Sessions with Tourism Malaysia

The Enterprising Travel Agents Association (ETAA) Mumbai Chapter, in collaboration with Tourism Malaysia, successfully kicked off its first Knowledge Session at the Tourism Malaysia office in Mumbai. The session saw the participation of ETAA...

'I'm a travel expert and these beaches are perfect for a last-minute September trip'

Beach holidays and cultural city breaks are top travel priorities for UK holidaymakers in 2025. For travellers looking to combine sand and city for a last-minute getaway, there are plenty of European cities that make for the perfect destination...

North Malabar Travel Bazaar to be held on Nov 15-16

Kochi: The third edition of the North Malabar Travel Bazaar (NMTB) 2025 will be organised at Kannur on November 15 and 16 to showcase the region’s unexplored tourism potential and promote new circuits. The event is being held by the North Malabar...

Business News | Aloft Surabaya Pakuwon City Debuts as East Surabaya's Newest MICE Destination

PRNewswire Surabaya [Indonesia], September 15: Aloft Surabaya Pakuwon City, the first Aloft in Surabaya and part of Marriott International, introduces a fresh destination for meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE) in East...

Kerzner International Announces New One&Only Resort and Private Homes to Open in Fiji

Kerzner International Holdings Limited (“Kerzner”) recently announced the signing of the first One&Only resort and community of Private Homes to be developed in Fiji. Located in the Yasawa Islands, an archipelago in Western Fiji, the resort is...

Telangana aims to become top global wedding destination: Minister

Hyderabad: Telangana Government is preparing to position the state as one of the world’s leading wedding destinations, Tourism Minister Jupally Krishna Rao announced today. He made the statement while addressing the two-day Fourth South India...

We sold our house to travel the world with our kids — taking just one backpack each

Parents Katie and Josh realised they could have a better standard of living abroad (Picture: Josh/SWNS) While many of us have dreams of seeing the world, they’re often overshadowed by the responsibilities and ties of everyday life. However, this...

Experts shared views on 'China Travel' at 2025 CIFTIS

The World Conference on Tourism Cooperation and Development 2025, one of the key forums of the 2025 CIFTIS, was held at Shougang Park, Beijing! Let's hear from city mayors and tourism industry leaders as they share their genuine expectations, real...

We sold everything we own on Vinted and Facebook to travel the world - it's great

A Yorkshire family flogged their house to travel the world - and are now living off a budget of just £35 a day. Couple Josh and Katie, both 33, got the “travel bug” after taking a year to travel Australia in 2015 before they had their kids - aged...

Brit family sell house to travel the world and now live on £35 a day

Robert Rowlands Deputy editor, Money and lifestyle hub 06:45, 15 Sep 2025 A family sold their home to travel the world - taking just one backpack each with them. Now they are living off a budget of just £35 a day. Couple Josh and Katie, both 33,...

Pasar Payang - A Must Visit Location For Tourists

KUALA TERENGGANU, Sept 15 (Bernama) -- A trip to Terengganu, especially during the holiday season, wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the state’s iconic shopping destination — Pasar Payang. This bustling market is a one-stop centre where a...

Pasar Payang in Kuala Terengganu a must-visit for tourists

KUALA TERENGGANU: A trip to Terengganu remains incomplete without visiting the state’s iconic shopping destination, Pasar Payang, especially during holiday seasons. This bustling market serves as a one-stop centre offering a wide variety of...

Port Aransas tourism soars 10-20% with zero drownings this summer

Port Aransas enjoyed a record-breaking summer with increased tourism boosting the local economy. CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Port Aransas experienced a fantastic summer, not just with more visitors boosting the local economy, but also a safe and...