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The train will now run on two seasonal routes between Singapore and Penang. Matt Hind/Belmond After a four-year hiatus, luxury passenger trains are returning to the tracks of Southeast Asia, with the Eastern & Oriental Express (E&O) scheduled to resume service in February 2024, reports Rachel Chan of Condé Nast Traveler. The luxury train operator suspended operations in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. Since then, interior designers have been hard at work refurbishing the 15 hunter-green carriages, which include a piano bar car, two restaurant cars, an open-air observation car, and eight sleeper cars, reports Rachel Cormack of Robb…
Editor’s note: Monthly Ticket is a CNN travel series that highlights some of the travel industry’s most fascinating topics. In July, we’re heading into the great outdoors, covering everything from incredible adventures to unique camping experiences. CNN — When it comes to camping in U.S. national parks, forget about the road less traveled. What about evacuating to a place without roads? While most national park campgrounds are easily accessible by motorized vehicle, some of the coolest campgrounds are located in areas that cannot be reached by car. We are talking about permanent campsites with basic facilities that can only be…
VENICE, Italy (AP) — Tourists are waiting more than two hours to visit the Acropolis of Athens. Taxi lines at Rome’s main train stations are just as long. And so many tourists are concentrated around St. Mark’s Square in Venice that even on weekdays people crossing the bridge are backed away.After three years of pandemic restrictions, some of Europe’s most popular destinations are opening this summer, from Barcelona and Rome, Athens and Venice to scenic islands like Santorini in Greece, Capri in Italy and Mallorca in Spain. Tourist numbers are expected to exceed 2019 records in some destinations.European tourists helped…
Traveling and shopping in Southeast Asia used to be a headache for the average jet-setter. Despite the two countries’ relative proximity, obtaining local currency can be a time-consuming and expensive process. However, this situation is rapidly changing. Last year, the governments of Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines signed a groundbreaking cross-border payments agreement that enables transactions via a simple QR code. This is a landmark moment for Southeast Asia’s highly fragmented payments market. Therefore, now is the time for the region’s business community to ride the wave of payments innovation and ensure seamless transactions and the highest payment…
Economic woes dampen growth prospects in 2023, but strong travel craze will drive Europe’s tourist recovery this summerIn the first quarter of 2023, international tourist arrivals in Europe recovered to approximately 95% of 2019 levels, based on data from reporting destinations. Strong travel enthusiasm supported the recovery even as stubborn inflation and rising costs of living weighed on consumers’ wallets. Before the peak season, sunset enthusiasts will not make any concessions on travel and will continue to benefit destinations with better value for money as they are price sensitive.Europe’s tourism industry will likely have to weather the travel disruption experienced…
Welcome to an exciting journey to explore Asia Park’s Vibrant Summer Festival. Asia Park offers visitors unlimited exploration and check-in free of charge from 3pm to 10pm every day. Asia Park will officially celebrate its 9th anniversary with a 9-day event series, “Asia Park – 9 Years, A Beautiful Journey”, from July 15 to July 23, 2023. The event will feature thousands of gifts, discounts and amazing activities. To kick off Golden Week, Asia Park is offering an amazing promotion like never before. The first 99 customers who purchase tickets between 2:30pm and 3pm every day can enjoy unlimited games…
European travel recovery continued in Q2 2023 due to strong consumer demand despite stubborn inflation and rising travel costs Europe’s air traffic, which has proven to be the strongest market, picks up heading into peak season, with volumes approaching pre-pandemic levels in mid-JuneEurope’s tourism recovery maintains momentum despite economic headwinds, with international tourist arrivals reaching around 95% of 2019 levels. Even though inflation and rising travel costs are putting pressure on consumers’ wallets, travel spending remains a priority over other discretionary expenses. The latest data available shows that foreign arrival numbers have exceeded pre-pandemic levels in a quarter of reported…
Thailand, one of the region’s most tourism-dependent economies, has benefited from a recovery in travel demand post-pandemic, but Chinese tourist arrivals have fallen below the initial official forecast for 2023. The number of deaths is expected to be at least 2 million fewer than the target of 7 million.Tourists wait to check in for a flight at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport earlier this year. Thailand expects to fall far short of its goal of attracting 7 million Chinese tourists this year. Photo: Reuters Securities firm PT Bahana Securitas says Bali is one of Indonesia’s most popular holiday destinations, accounting for the…
Vietnam is quickly becoming one of Southeast Asia’s most popular destinations, with tourists enjoying Vietnam’s diverse landscapes, beaches, mountain rice terraces, and bustling cities. According to a Google Destination Insights report, Vietnam ranked seventh as the most searched destination from March to June, making it the only country in Southeast Asia to break into the top 20. Vietnam’s popularity is reflected in the number of international arrivals. Vietnam’s National Tourism Authority announced in June that the country welcomed more than 5.5 million foreign tourists in the first half of 2023, already exceeding the total number of international arrivals in 2022.…
As the impact of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic subsides, European tourism is undergoing remarkable changes. Once deserted streets have been replaced by vibrant landmarks thanks to a surge in American tourists. Compared to last year, American tourists to Europe increased by 55%, setting a new record. Airlines are helping to make traveling to Europe more affordable for passengers by creating several new options. In contrast to the deserted cobblestone streets seen during recent lockdowns, cities such as Paris, London and Rome are now crowded with tourists. Click here to view related media. Click to expand Tourists are taking innovative…