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Thailand tourism backs 30-day visa return as businesses seek stricter rules

Tourism operators in Phuket and Pattaya have backed Thailand’s decision to restore 30-day visa-free stays, saying the move could help curb illegal businesses and discourage ...
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Thailand weighs higher tourist tax as visa rules tighten

Thailand is considering raising its long-delayed foreign tourist entry fee above the originally proposed 300 baht, as the country simultaneously moves to scale back its ...
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Passengers queue at airport passport control in Portugal during heavy congestion caused by new EU biometric border checks.

Portugal suspends passport checks for British arrivals amid chaos

Portugal has begun temporarily suspending biometric border checks at airports during periods of heavy congestion, as pressure grows across Europe over the rollout of the ...
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Ark Encounter life-size Noah's Ark replica at sunset, Williamstown, Kentucky

Kentucky’s Giant Noah’s Ark Theme Park Opens 7 July, Expects Up to Two Million Visitors in First Year

A full-scale replica of Noah’s Ark is set to open in Williamstown, Kentucky, on 7 July, with organisers projecting between 1.4 million and 2.2 million ...
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Palm trees and grassy shoreline at Poipu Beach in Kauai, Hawaii, with people relaxing along the sandy beach under cloudy skies.

Dr Beach names Hawaii and Florida best US beaches for 2026

Poipu Beach on the Hawaiian island of Kauai has been named the best beach in the United States for 2026 by coastal scientist Stephen P. ...
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Family with two children walking barefoot along a sandy beach during a relaxed seaside holiday

How to Live Like a Local When Traveling Abroad

Travel has shifted. Many people no longer want to simply check landmarks off a list; they want to understand how a place actually feels to ...
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Panoramic view of Lucca’s historic center with medieval tower, terracotta rooftops and Tuscan hills in the background.

Lucca Emerges as Tuscany’s Top Alternative to Overcrowded Florence in 2026

As Florence continues to grapple with record visitor numbers and the growing political pushback against overtourism across Italy’s most photographed cities, a quieter Tuscan destination ...
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Woman enjoying a sunset birthday getaway overlooking a Mediterranean coastal town in Europe during summer travel season.

Google data show birthday travel bookings rise 70% in a year

Birthday trips are becoming one of Europe’s clearest travel trends, as more travellers use personal milestones as a reason to book short, experience-led escapes. Google ...
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Aerial view of Tower Bridge and the River Thames with Canary Wharf skyline in London at sunset

London Crowned Europe’s Top Casino Destination: Where to Play Across the Continent

Europe’s most visited cities are home to some of the world’s most storied casino venues — and new research confirms that London leads the pack ...
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Kaihalulu Red Sand Beach on Maui features striking red volcanic sand, turquoise water and rugged lava rock formations.

Kaihalulu Beach in Hawaii draws visitors with red sand

One of Hawaii’s most unusual beaches has drawn attention for its red sand, volcanic backdrop and difficult access. Kaihalulu Beach on Maui looks more like ...
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Welcome to Goa sign stands above the airport access road near Manohar International Airport in Goa, India.

Goa loses 45% of foreign tourists as Thailand draws travellers

Goa has seen a sharp fall in foreign tourist arrivals over the past eight years, with the Indian beach state losing about 45% of its ...
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Passengers crowd departure hall as Italy flight delays hit airports during air traffic controllers strike

Six in Ten Italians Feel Less Safe Abroad as Cost and Caution Drive 2026 Travel Choices

A new survey commissioned by eSIM marketplace Airalo and conducted by YouGov on a representative sample of the Italian population has found that safety, cost ...
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Sunlit Greek island harbour with whitewashed hillside houses, colourful fishing boats and tourists walking along a turquoise waterfront under clear Aegean skies.

Greece Is Giving Away 300,000 Holiday Vouchers and the Results Are Out

Greece releases preliminary beneficiary lists for its 2026 Social Tourism Programme, which distributes 300,000 subsidised holiday vouchers worth a combined 50 million euros to workers ...
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PATA PATAmPOWER dashboard showing Asia Pacific tourism data

PATA relaunches PATAmPOWER with new data tools for travel industry professionals

The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has relaunched its PATAmPOWER tourism data platform with a redesigned interface, expanded datasets, and improved analytical tools aimed at ...
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Thai Seaplane crew standing in front of a seaplane aircraft at an airport apron in Thailand ahead of planned Phuket island flights

Thai Seaplane to launch 300m baht Phuket service by September

Thailand’s first commercial seaplane operator plans to begin flights linking Phuket with Andaman destinations by September, in a move aimed at luxury travellers who want ...
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Trip.com travel booking app displayed on an iPhone screen showing flight, hotel and train booking options

Trip.com faces China antitrust probe over hotel pricing pressure

China’s top market regulator has intensified an antitrust investigation into Trip.com Group, placing one of Asia’s biggest online travel companies under growing pressure over allegations ...
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Historic Italian tourist train crossing a stone viaduct and vintage railway carriage interior with Alpine landscapes and Alba autumn scenery in Italy

FS Treni Turistici launches 9 autumn trips on vintage carriages

FS Treni Turistici Italiani has unveiled a new heritage rail experience linking Milan with Alba in Italy’s Piedmont region, expanding the country’s growing portfolio of ...
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Young girl hiking beside Bannalpsee lake in Nidwalden, Switzerland

Bannalpsee draws hikers to Switzerland’s secret alpine lake

Switzerland’s Bannalpsee is emerging as a quiet draw for hikers, families and photographers thanks to its changing water colours, alpine setting and easy access from ...
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Aerial view of Prassa Beach with white sand and turquoise sea on Kimolos island in Greece

Greece’s 4 Uninhabited Islands Offer Ancient Ruins and Hidden Travel Experiences

Greece is drawing new attention to a group of uninhabited islands where archaeology, mythology and untouched landscapes continue to shape the visitor experience long after ...
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A woman in a flowing dress walks her dog along the waterfront in Venice, Italy, with the iconic San Giorgio Maggiore church in the background.

Google searches show Italians choosing budget and pet travel

Google says Italians are increasingly searching for low-cost holidays, pet-friendly trips and family breaks, as new travel trends show shifting preferences ahead of the summer ...
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