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Articles tagged “visas”

Tourism

Sri Lanka Rolls Out Free 30-Day Tourist Visas for 35 Nations: Did Your Country Make the List?

Thailand, Malaysia, China – and now Sri Lanka – are catching on: relaxing travel rules boosts tourism. With Sri Lanka eyeing a jump from 1.49 million visitors last year to 2.5 million this year, easing entry is their big play.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 4 weeks ago

Sri Lanka Rolls Out Free 30-Day Tourist Visas for 35 Nations: Did Your Country Make the List?

Tourism

China’s Inbound Tourism Surges, But Still Lags Behind 2019 Levels

Chinese tourism, both inbound and outbound, remains far below pre-Covid levels. Despite recent gains, China has significant ground to recover in its travel sector.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 4 weeks ago

China’s Inbound Tourism Surges, But Still Lags Behind 2019 Levels

Podcasts

Adapting to the Evolving Preferences of Indian Travelers

Indian travelers are evolving, and companies need to keep up!

Peden Doma Bhutia | 1 month ago

Adapting to the Evolving Preferences of Indian Travelers

Tourism

India Allows Visa-on-Arrival for 3 Countries – India Report

India's move to allow visa-on-arrival to Japan, South Korea, and the UAE nationals can significantly boost international tourism, given the close ties and proximity of the three countries to India. But is it enough?

Bulbul Dhawan | 2 months ago

India Allows Visa-on-Arrival for 3 Countries – India Report

Tourism

Korean Wave Makes a Splash with 7.7 Million Tourists as China Leads the Tourism Charge

2024 might be the year we finally stop comparing South Korea's tourism numbers to 2019. This year, South Korean arrivals could set a new standard all on their own!

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 months ago

Korean Wave Makes a Splash with 7.7 Million Tourists as China Leads the Tourism Charge

Tourism

Top Challenges for Chinese Travel – and the Latest Booking Trends

While the Chinese are spending big once again, they are doing so with a keen eye on their wallets, seeking the best value for their money.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 months ago

Top Challenges for Chinese Travel – and the Latest Booking Trends

Tourism

The World’s Most Powerful Passports: Find Out Where Your Country Ranks

Passport rankings are more than just numbers; they show a country's diplomatic power and have real impacts on travel and tourism making them important not just for travelers.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 months ago

The World’s Most Powerful Passports: Find Out Where Your Country Ranks

Airlines

Struggling SpiceJet to Raise $358 Million – India Report

SpiceJet has been facing financial and legal issues for years. However, the positive momentum of the Indian aviation industry is keeping it from going bankrupt, and that is what the airline is banking on.

Bulbul Dhawan | 2 months ago

Struggling SpiceJet to Raise $358 Million – India Report

Tourism

Trump vs. Harris: What Each Administration Would Mean for the Travel Industry

President Joe Biden’s decision to leave the 2024 U.S. presidential race put an unprecedented twist on what was always going to be an unconventional election. But one thing is clear: Each potential administration’s policies will be wildly different – and have significant implications on the global travel industry.

Sarah Kopit, Dawit Habtemariam, Meghna Maharishi, Skift | 2 months ago

Trump vs. Harris: What Each Administration Would Mean for the Travel Industry

Experiences

Intrepid’s 2030 Tourism Targets: Can India’s Travel Ecosystem Support Them?

Intrepid's vision for India is ambitious. However, the concerns of international travelers need to be addressed by India before inbound numbers can substantially increase.

Bulbul Dhawan | 2 months ago

Intrepid’s 2030 Tourism Targets: Can India’s Travel Ecosystem Support Them?