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Vijay Arora

Vijay Arora

Editor, Travel Market News

Vijay Arora is the editor of Travel Market News, responsible for its coverage of the business of travel — aviation, tourism, hospitality, destinations and travel technology — for a global audience, with particular depth in Asia-Pacific.

Are Airport Lounges Worth It?

Are Airport Lounges Worth It?

Lounge day passes ($59) win for long layovers and disruption days; memberships win past ~15 visits a year. Full price maths and the decision...
How Many Days in Seoul Is Enough?

How Many Days in Seoul Is Enough?

Three days covers Seoul's highlights, 4-5 days is the sweet spot with a DMZ trip, and 6-7 days adds Busan. Day-by-day plans plus when to add...
How Much Does a Trip to South Korea Cost?

How Much Does a Trip to South Korea Cost?

A typical traveller spends about $129 a day in South Korea, or roughly $1,800 for two weeks excluding flights. Full budget breakdown with ti...
Whittier Alaska Cruise Dock Declared Total Loss

Whittier Alaska Cruise Dock Declared Total Loss

Alaska's fire marshal declares Huna Totem's $80M Whittier cruise terminal a total loss. What it means for 2027 Alaska cruise operations.
American Cruise Lines Breaks Ground on $5M Natchez Dock

American Cruise Lines Breaks Ground on $5M Natchez Dock

American Cruise Lines broke ground on a $5M Natchez riverfront dock, its biggest Mississippi River project. What the turnaround hub means fo...
Kauai Asks Tourists to Stay Away After Hurricane Lowell

Kauai Asks Tourists to Stay Away After Hurricane Lowell

Hawaii officials tell travellers to avoid Kauai after Hurricane Lowell, urging island switches over cancellations. Hotels, airport disruptio...