Articles tagged “visa waiver”

Tourism

Thailand Expects Only 3.5 million Chinese Tourists This Year Despite Visa Waiver

Thailand granted visa-free entry to Chinese tourists, with 11 million visitors in 2019. What gives?

Reuters | 3 days ago

Thailand Expects Only 3.5 million Chinese Tourists This Year Despite Visa Waiver

News Blog

China Announces Visa-Free Entry for 6 Countries

In a strategic move to jumpstart its tourism sector, China has declared temporary exemption from visa requirements for citizens from France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia. Announcing this on Friday, the spokesperson of the Chinese foreign ministry, Mao Ning said the exemption period is set to last from December 1 to November 30,…

Peden Doma Bhutia | 3 days ago

Tourism

Vietnam Looks to Offer Visa-Free Entry to Indians: India Report

After Thailand and Sri Lanka, Vietnam is now keen to offer visa-free entry to Indians, a testament to the growing global recognition of India as a powerful force in outbound travel.

Ashvita Singh, Skift | 6 days ago

Vietnam Looks to Offer Visa-Free Entry to Indians: India Report

News Blog

Thailand’s ‘Meaningful Relationship’ Campaign Romanticizes Tourism

The Tourism Authority of Thailand unveiled a new marketing campaign "Meaningful Relationship" at the World Travel Market event in London on Monday. The heart of the campaign is to encourage tourists to create more than just travel memories, it's about fostering connections with the people, communities, nature and Thailand itself. In tune with evolving travel…

Peden Doma Bhutia | 3 weeks ago

News Blog

Thailand Now Grants Visa-Free Entry to Indians

After much speculation, Thailand finally announced on Tuesday that it would grant visa-free entry to Indian citizens from November 10 till May 2024. Indians will be allowed to stay in the country for a maximum period of 30 days as part of this arrangement. Last week, Sri Lanka announced that Indian travelers would not require…

Peden Doma Bhutia | 4 weeks ago

Tourism

Ask Skift: How Do Visa Processing Delays Affect Tourism?

Tourism executives believe visa processing delays are holding back the industry's recovery.

Rashaad Jorden | 4 weeks ago

Ask Skift: How Do Visa Processing Delays Affect Tourism?

Airlines

Skift India Report: Cathay Pacific’s Plan to Profit From India’s Aviation Boom

As one of the airlines worst affected by the pandemic, Cathay Pacific is identifying significant growth opportunities as part of its post-Covid recovery phase.

Amrita Ghosh | 2 months ago

Skift India Report: Cathay Pacific’s Plan to Profit From India’s Aviation Boom

Tourism

Chinese Tourists Are Ready to Book Trips, But 2019 Levels Are Far Off 

While China easing group tour restrictions is a travel industry leap, don't expect a sudden surge of Chinese tourists. The revival might need a little more time to unfold.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 3 months ago

Chinese Tourists Are Ready to Book Trips, But 2019 Levels Are Far Off 

Airlines

Middle Eastern Airlines Spearhead Aviation Recovery with Traffic Surge

The Middle East's aviation sector is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the region's tourism narrative.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 5 months ago

Middle Eastern Airlines Spearhead Aviation Recovery with Traffic Surge

Tourism

Events in Abu Dhabi Will No Longer Pay Tourism Tax

In its effort to position itself as a destination for large-scale events and conferences, Abu Dhabi has been investing in world-class venues. And now it's incentivizing event planners even more by scrapping a 10 percent tax.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 8 months ago

Events in Abu Dhabi Will No Longer Pay Tourism Tax