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Georgia is home to more than 50 state parks, nine National Wildlife Refuges, one state forest, and (potentially) the country’s newest national park, meaning there’s a whole lot of beautiful places in our state. With the state park system covering more than 84,000 acres and stunning small towns and other things to see even beyond those confines, there are plenty of ways to get outside and take in Georgia’s natural beauty.Regardless of the season, there’s something to do for every kind of explorer—whether you want to connect with nature in the forest, take in the tranquility of the coast, or…
Asia’s next big luxury airline?It’s a lofty ambition with competitors like Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines. But Taipei-based Starlux Airlines, which already calls itself the “Emirate of Asia,” thinks it’s ready to take on those big airlines. The startup believes a combination of a premium in-flight experience, new aircraft and a route network linking North America and the Pacific will be the key to its ascent.More from Robb ReportThe startup airline flew its first flight within Asia in 2020. But founder Kuo Wei is part of the family that owns EVA Air, Taiwan’s second-largest airline after China Airlines, so he…
As long as you don’t mind the heat, summer is the time to lounge on the sand, swim in the waves, or stroll along the boardwalk with an ice cream in hand. For those seeking cooler pastures, a secluded summer vacation from New Zealand to Greenland is perfect for those looking for cloudy days and crisp breezes. Book a trip to one of these destinations to escape the coming scary dog days. Destinations within the United States It’s not always easy to find a comfortable place to stay during the summer in America. If temperatures are cold, mountainous or coastal…
You won’t believe these stunning spots are just a short drive from Atlanta.Updated on 4/3/2024 at 1:34 PMOkefenokee Swamp | Vadim 777/ShutterstockGeorgia is home to more than 50 state parks, nine National Wildlife Refuges, one state forest, and (potentially) the country’s newest national park, meaning there’s a whole lot of beautiful places in our state. With the state park system covering more than 84,000 acres and stunning small towns and other things to see even beyond those confines, there are plenty of ways to get outside and take in Georgia’s natural beauty.Regardless of the season, there’s something to do for…
As the Easter holidays approach, Airbnb has revealed the top travel destinations Australians are searching for and the types of accommodation they’re looking for. Easter is the perfect time to make the most of your four-day weekend and take a long trip. And if savvy travelers decide to make the most of these clever Easter annual holiday hacks, that means domestic and international travel could be possible too. Exploring our own backyard continues to be a trend this year as the appeal of smaller, regional destinations continues. Easter holidays to cities within a short driving distance are most desirable. Cape…
On April 2, President Sadyr Japarov of the Kyrgyz Republic met with Erkin Tuniyaz, head of the government of Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region in western China, in Bishkek. Business representatives from more than 50 Chinese companies participated, and discussions focused on proposals for digitalization, transportation, logistics, investment, agriculture, and humanitarian projects. President Japarov said that China is one of his country’s main trading and investment partners, and noted that the construction of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway is progressing smoothly. Our largest collaborative project to date. He also emphasized the importance of strengthening cooperation with the XUAR and accelerating the practical implementation…
2024-04-01 China Daily Editor-in-Chief: Li Yan Industry recovers from recession, growth driven by Chinese spending habits Analysts say an influx of Chinese travelers over the past few months has helped Southeast Asia’s tourism industry recover from the pandemic-induced downturn. China has long been a key travel market for Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member states, but decisions by Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand last year to waive entry requirements for Chinese tourists boosted tourism receipts in the first two months of this year. John Paolo Rivera, deputy director of the Andrew L. Tan Tourism Center at the Asian Institute of…
April 1, 2024 HONG KONG – An influx of Chinese travellers over the past few months has helped Southeast Asia’s tourism industry recover from the pandemic-induced slump, analysts say. China has long been a key travel market for Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member states, but decisions by Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand last year to waive entry requirements for Chinese tourists boosted tourism receipts in the first two months of this year. John Paolo Rivera, deputy director of the Andrew L. Tan Tourism Center at the Asian Institute of Management in the Philippines, said visa-free entry for Chinese tourists…
Tourists visit Merlion Park in Singapore on December 21, 2023. The reciprocal visa exemption agreement between China and Singapore, which will come into effect from February 9, 2024, will further facilitate people-to-people exchanges.Xinhua News Agency Analysts say an influx of Chinese tourists over the past few months has helped Southeast Asia’s tourism industry recover from the pandemic-induced downturn. China has long been one of the key travel markets for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations member states, but decisions made last year by Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand to waive entry requirements for Chinese tourists meant that the first two months…
Chinese spending habits drive growth as industry recovers from recession Analysts say an influx of Chinese tourists over the past few months has helped Southeast Asia’s tourism industry recover from the pandemic-induced downturn. China has long been one of the key travel markets for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations member states, but decisions made last year by Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand to waive entry requirements for Chinese tourists meant that the first two months of this year Tourism income increased. John Paolo Rivera, deputy director of the Dr. Andrew L. Tan Tourism Center at the Asian Management Institute in…