The Philippines in 1996-1997, China in 2000, Vietnam in 2009, Japan in 2013 and 2025, South … TAIWAN | Visitor numbers rise as the island attracts more international travellersRead more
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Mandatory seat reservations on Deutsche Bahn ICE trains? The case for and against
Deutsche Bahn is considering changes to its ICE high-speed trains, including possibly making seat reservations compulsory, … Mandatory seat reservations on Deutsche Bahn ICE trains? The case for and againstRead more
VIDEO | Greenland, Uruguay, Taiwan, Thailand and Estonia vying for LGBTQIA+ tourists
In January 2026, YouTube channel Queer Kingdom published the video ‘These Countries Want More LGBTQ Tourists!‘. … VIDEO | Greenland, Uruguay, Taiwan, Thailand and Estonia vying for LGBTQIA+ touristsRead more
MALAYSIA | 42.2 million visitors in 2025, becoming Southeast Asia’s most visited destination
The Philippines in 1996-1997, China in 2000, Vietnam in 2009, Japan in 2013 and 2025, South … MALAYSIA | 42.2 million visitors in 2025, becoming Southeast Asia’s most visited destinationRead more
Belgium Beer Week and Belgian Beer Weekend: two different celebrations of Belgian beer
Belgian beer will be celebrated on two separate occasions this summer, but Belgian Beer Weekend and … Belgium Beer Week and Belgian Beer Weekend: two different celebrations of Belgian beerRead more
Switzerland breaks tourism records with almost 44 million overnight stays in 2025
I turned 45 in June. I have this tradition – when possible – of not being … Switzerland breaks tourism records with almost 44 million overnight stays in 2025Read more
KINGDOM OF BELGIUM | Tourism reaches new heights as record visitor numbers underline the country’s growing appeal
Today is the National Holiday of Belgium. On 21 July 1831, Prince Leopold of Saxe-Coburg and … KINGDOM OF BELGIUM | Tourism reaches new heights as record visitor numbers underline the country’s growing appealRead more
France welcomed 102 million visitors and earned €77.5 billion from tourism in record-breaking 2025
I turned 45 in June. I have this tradition – when possible – of not being … France welcomed 102 million visitors and earned €77.5 billion from tourism in record-breaking 2025Read more
SOUTH KOREA | Korail sets sights on international growth while expanding high-speed rail at home
South Korea‘s national railway operator, Korail, is pursuing an ambitious strategy that combines domestic expansion with … SOUTH KOREA | Korail sets sights on international growth while expanding high-speed rail at homeRead more
Brussels Airport is expecting 5.2 million passengers this summer holiday: arriving at the airport in good time and well prepared for security screening remain key for a smooth departure
5.2 million passengers will travel via Brussels Airport in July and August 2026, 4% more than … Brussels Airport is expecting 5.2 million passengers this summer holiday: arriving at the airport in good time and well prepared for security screening remain key for a smooth departureRead more