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Jonathan Hedin BangkokNovember 7, 2023Image captionThe highlight of 76 Garage, a restaurant popular with Chinese tourists, is the pool photo shoot with a male staff memberFor Chinese tourists visiting Bangkok, 76 Garage, an open-air restaurant on the northern outskirts of the Thai capital, has long been near the top of the list of places to visit. And they don’t go there for the food, they go there for the waiter.There is a pool in the middle of the restaurant. The highlight of the night was when the waiters, all young men, stripped down to their pants and stepped into the…
Winter vacation is the perfect cure for the disappointment that often follows the holidays and the “winter jitters” that set in as the season progresses. But everyone has a different idea of what the perfect winter vacation is. Some people want to go skiing or at least enjoy everything that comes with a snowy environment. Think cozy fireplaces, hot cocoa, mulled wine, crisp air, and white-capped mountains. Some people want to avoid the cold at all costs, relax in the sun, and swim in warm tropical waters. To help you decide what kind of trip is right for you, here…
From “wildlife paradises and urban retreats to off-grid places and cultural gems,” National Geographic’s Traveler’s Cool List 2023 features destinations that are “likely to make news” next year, according to a press release from the company. has become clear.National Geographic Traveler (UK) has chosen the top 5 places and spaces around the world, selected by editors as “the top places and spaces around the world that benefit not only tourists and locals themselves, but also local communities and the environment.” We have announced a list of 30 locations across the continent.”The 30 entries reflect an incredible breadth of content, featuring…
Costa Rica literally means “rich coast” and it’s easy to see where the name comes from. In addition to world-class beaches in both the Caribbean and Pacific Ocean, this peaceful paradise boasts one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth. In fact, according to scientists, five percent of the world’s species are found here. For reference, this country is about the same size as West Virginia. Unparalleled wildlife viewing includes encounters with sleeping sloths, majestic scarlet macaws, tree frogs as beautiful as they are poisonous, and endangered nesting sea turtles. With unyielding determination, they survive in symbiosis in the shadow…
On October 19, the U.S. State Department issued an unusual advisory for Americans abroad to “exercise heightened vigilance” as tensions around the world rise due to the Israel-Hamas war and the potential for terrorism increases. It’s part of the Travel Alert System, which has existed in one form or another since 1978 and is designed to help the public rate how safe a destination is at the time.The current version of the system, launched in 2018, has a fluid ranking from Level 1 (take normal precautions) to Level 4 (travel ban), and includes countries that Americans visit (in some cases…
Europe is the most visited region in the world and has always been a very popular destination for US travelers. As pandemic travel restrictions are lifted across Europe in 2022 and U.S. citizens once again plan future trips to the continent, they should be aware that rules for entering Europe’s Schengen Area will soon change. There is.Originally scheduled to come into force on January 1, 2021, but subsequently delayed (many times) until 2024, the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) is now set to launch sometime in 2025 (more on the actual start date below). At that point, all…
Tourism New Zealand (TNZ) recently concluded a series of roadshows in four Southeast Asian countries (Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand and Singapore). This is as we aim to expand our key tourist market to support New Zealand’s long-term growth. Its tourism sector. Greg Waffelbacher, TNZ Asia General Manager I support the strategy.” Tourism New Zealand recently concluded a series of roadshows in South East Asia. According to Tourism New Zealand’s Active Considerers (AC) survey, 35% of Malaysia’s adult online population are actively considering New Zealand for a holiday, which equates to approximately 6.9 million people. In fact, 44% of ACs say New…
Editor’s note: Sign up for CNN Travel’s weekly newsletter, Unlocking the World. Get the latest news on aviation, food and drink, places to stay and other travel trends. CNN — Lonely Planet has announced its 50 top travel destinations for the coming year. Be careful with your wishlist. The travel publishing empire celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, with its extensive Best in Travel 2024 list expanded across five categories: Top Countries, Regions, Cities, Sustainable Travel Destinations, and Best Value Places . The number one country is Mongolia, chosen by Lonely Planet for its “open spaces, adventurous activities, and unique…
UNWTO has once again partnered with the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) to guide tourism development across the region. The 17th 2023 UNWTO-PATA Forum (Guilin, China, 26-27 October) will strengthen the sector’s capacity to foster growth, build economic resilience and contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals. The focus was on maximizing it. This forum is the leading integrated platform for policy makers, business leaders and various tourism stakeholders in the Asia-Pacific region. People, Earth, and Prosperity The forum, with co-organizers from the Guilin Municipal People’s Government, Guangxi Culture and Tourism Bureau, and Hong Kong Polytechnic University, explored the best ways…
After a few days exploring the Eternal City, those looking to delve deeper into ancient Italy can be on their way to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pompeii in less than two hours thanks to a new direct train from Rome. Previously, day-trippers had to change trains at Naples Central Station during the 150-mile journey south. The new service will be available on Sundays only and will allow direct flights departing from Roma Termini station at 8:53am and arriving in Pompeii at 10:40am. The return train departs at 6:40pm and arrives in Rome at 8:55pm. It’s time to head…