Tourism
China poised to be top tourism economy as foreigners skip US
America has long ranked as the world’s top vacation destination
Thailand forecasts 30.4 billion baht revenue as tourists flock to Songkran
Its tourism agency expects 500,000 international visitors to generate around 8.1 billion baht
When will Japan’s cherry blossoms bloom? AI can help answer that
Experts use artificial intelligence to analyse data and make forecasts for the prized flowers
S-E Asia tourism takes hit from Middle East crisis, but intra-regional travel could spell hope
As airlines shun the Gulf region, key airports in this area could also capture more transit traffic: analysts
Plastic bag shortages, WFH, pricier wine: The Iran conflict is rippling through the economy
The war is disrupting key trade and supply channels, affecting soft commodities and other sectors
Soaring airfares are about to ruin a whole lot of vacations
Prices are expected to remain about 30% above last year’s levels even as far out as October
Gulf airspace closures leave Asia-to-Europe travellers stranded and bleeding cash
Travel insurance offers little relief, as most policies exclude war-related disruptions
Tourism-reliant Thailand at risk of losing 3 million visitors if Middle East war persists
The government had set a 2026 target of 35 million foreign visitors
Does foreign ownership matter? Marina Bay Sands’ success benefits Singapore greatly
It’s Singapore’s time to shine in drawing premium visitors, as tourism mega hits drive economic growth and create jobs
Luxury hotels in Thailand cut prices as war keeps tourists away
Thai residents and expatriates can now snap up prices up to 70% off at five-star properties
