Beijing pledges to lift curbs on Taiwan travel but waits for cue from William Lai

Travel between the island and the mainland has become increasingly limited since 2019 as cross-strait tensions triggered restrictions. “We sincerely invite Taiwan compatriots to visit the mainland more often, and we are also happy to see mainland people visit the treasured island of our motherland,” Xi said, adding the exchanges could “promote trust and forge … Read more

Rwandan envoy canvasses visa-free policy across Africa

The Rwandan Ambassador to Nigeria, Christophe Bazivamo, has called on African leaders to unanimously create a visa-free policy to guarantee seamless travel and boost tourism within the region. Mr Bazivamo made the call during the 48th Annual General Meeting of the National Association of Nigerian Travel Agencies (NANTA), held on Thursday in Lagos. According to … Read more

IHCL managing director and CEO discusses India's tourism sector

Puneet Chhatwal, IHCL managing director and CEO, discusses India’s tourism sector Read original article here Denial of responsibility! Pioneer Newz is an automatic aggregator of the all world’s media. In each content, the hyperlink to the primary source is specified. All trademarks belong to their rightful owners, all materials to their authors. If you are … Read more

Spanish islands propose law to limit short-term via platforms like Airbnb and Booking.com to help reduce overtourism

Authorities worldwide are grappling with similar issues: Canada, Australia, Malaysia and Italy are among many countries where rules have been tightened around short-term rentals to protect local communities. Candelaria harbour in Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain. Photo: Shutterstock Minister of Tourism for the Canary Islands Jessica de Leon said enforcement support for the seven islands’ 35 … Read more

Maharajas’ Express to Palace on Wheels

Luxury trains in India date back to its colonial era, when opulent carriages transported dignitaries, officials and royalty. More trains were built in the 19th century for the country’s maharajas and other ruling elites and their families. Following India’s independence in 1947, privy purses — or governmental payments to these rulers — ended. Without the … Read more

The top travel tips for introverts, as recommended by introverts

The thought of round-the-clock “togetherness” — with friends, family or strangers bound together in a tour group — can be overwhelming to the estimated 57% of people who lean toward introversion. Solo travel can suit introverts, who tend to re-energize by time spent alone. But even as its popularity increases, most trips are taken with … Read more

Russians Pay $750 For ‘Luxury’ Round Trip Skiing Trip in N. Korea

More than 200 Russian tourists were the first to vacation in North Korea on “luxury” ski holidays since the world’s most isolated country closed its borders at the start of the pandemic. Russian visitors on three tightly controlled tours described by the Russian embassy as “Pyongyang opens its doors” were escorted by government “minders.” Professor … Read more

Anyone want a camper? It’s a buyer’s market for RVs as pandemic-era sales fizzle

Like a lot of Canadians, Alan Hong and his wife bought a trailer in 2020. Air travel was out of the question because of pandemic restrictions, and it made sense to spend time and money exploring the great outdoors.  But now, they’re looking to get off life on the open road and get back in … Read more

Furious British tourists fire back at Tenerife ‘go home’ whingers – ‘we pay your wages!’ | Travel News | Travel

Tourists have fought back after graffiti telling them to “go home” appeared in Tenerife as locals complain of rising house prices. The Canary Islands have long been a popular spot for Brits looking for a holiday in the sun, with thousands opting to visit the islands come summertime. But locals have been fighting back as … Read more

Backpacker travel tips for beginners in Southeast Asia: where to eat, who to avoid, what clothes to pack, and much more

Firstly, pack light. You’ll be living in T-shirts, shorts and flip-flops most of the time and you can easily pick up cheap clothes in Southeast Asia. You certainly won’t need to take a coat, although a long-sleeved shirt will be useful for when the air conditioning is turned up to 11 (shopping malls, buses, restaurants, … Read more