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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.

Do You Tip in Greece?

Do You Tip in Greece?

Tipping in Greece: 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxis, 1-2 euros per bag for porters. Service is included in prices, so tips are discretio...
Is Santorini Worth Visiting?

Is Santorini Worth Visiting?

Santorini is worth visiting in May, June or September with 2-4 nights, but August day trips show its worst side. Honest pros, cons, timing a...
Cheapest Month to Fly to Thailand

Cheapest Month to Fly to Thailand

September and October are the cheapest months to fly to Thailand, with May-June close behind. Month-by-month fare calendar, regional excepti...
Best Time to Visit Kyoto

Best Time to Visit Kyoto

Late March to early April for cherry blossoms or mid-November to early December for autumn colour, with month-by-month weather, crowds, pric...
TransNusa Launches Melbourne-Bali Flights Oct 19

TransNusa Launches Melbourne-Bali Flights Oct 19

TransNusa starts Melbourne-Bali 4x weekly from Oct 19 with an A320, the sixth carrier on the route. 20kg bags included; buy-on-board service...
Kalimantan Haze Chokes Flights as Singapore Air Sours

Kalimantan Haze Chokes Flights as Singapore Air Sours

West Kalimantan extended its haze emergency to Sept 20 as 73 Supadio flights stalled. Jakarta is sending firefighting gear north; Singapore...