Bangkok Named Asia's No.2 City for Repeat Visits
Agoda's 2026 ranking puts Bangkok second in Asia for repeat visits behind Tokyo, with Bali third; Thailand's domestic top five is unchanged...
Tourism — News & Analysis
Tourism economics and policy: arrival statistics, visitor spending, national tourism strategies, overtourism debates and the events that move global travel demand — reported with verified numbers from UN Tourism, WTTC and national statistics offices.
Thailand Readies 2.45B Baht Tourism Stimulus for Nov 1
Thailand will launch three tourism stimulus schemes worth 2.45B baht from Nov 1 to reverse a 3% arrivals slide. The schemes, charter targets...
Vietnam August Arrivals Hit Record on Russia, India Surge
Vietnam set an August arrivals record near 2M visitors as Russians topped 1M (+166%) and Indians hit 612k. What is driving the surge and can...
PAL, TAT Offer 20% Off Bangkok Flights in Sept Sale
PAL and the Tourism Authority of Thailand offer up to 20% off Bangkok flights. Book by Sept 13 for travel from Sept 13. Deal terms and why B...
Do I Need a Visa for Maldives from India? 2026 Guide
Maldives visa for Indians: no advance visa needed, free entry on arrival for up to 90 days. Documents, IMUGA declaration and stay rules expl...
Thailand Summons Israeli Envoy Over Tourist Conduct
Thai FM Sihasak summoned Israel's ambassador on September 8 over Israeli tourist misconduct in Samui, Phuket and Pattaya, demanding strict e...
Is Japan Safe for Indian Tourists? 2026 Safety Guide
Japan is very safe for Indian tourists: violent crime is rare. Watch for Tokyo bar tout scams, use women-only train cars at rush hour, and p...
Do I Need a Visa for Japan from India? 2026 Guide
Yes, Indians need a visa for Japan before flying: single-entry now costs ¥15,000 (about Rs 9,200). Documents, timelines, transit rules and c...
