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Home » Destination News » New Zealand Simplifies the Visa Process for Chinese Visitors with a New Waiver Program and Faster, More Efficient Application Times Sunday, June 15, 2025In an effort to strengthen its position as a top travel destination for Chinese visitors, New Zealand is overhauling its visa policies. These changes are set to make it easier, faster, and more cost-effective for Chinese...

Home » America Travel News » Airbnb Partners with FIFA for New Experiences Across the US, Mexico, Canada, and South America in Major Tournaments Through 2027 Friday, June 13, 2025 Airbnb and FIFA have announced a major partnership spanning three tournaments, which is set to deliver unforgettable travel experiences to fans, alongside economic opportunities for local communities and valuable support...

Home » America Travel News » China’s Tourism Revival Powers Rapid Growth For Global Hotel Brands, Captivating Travelers From Europe, Asia, The Middle East, And Latin America Thursday, June 12, 2025China’s tourism revival is driving an unprecedented surge in global hotel brand expansions, as international travelers from Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America flock to the country. This...

Home » TOURISM NEWS » Tunisia’s Tourism Sector Sets New Milestones with Record-Breaking Revenues and Visitor Numbers Thursday, June 12, 2025Tunisia’s tourism industry has experienced remarkable growth in 2025, surpassing US$2.2 billion in revenues from January through November, according to the latest data from the National Tourism Office. This surge marks a significant achievement for the...

Home » America Travel News » US, Canada, Mexico, El Salvador, and Guatemala to Lead Powerful, High-Impact Talks with U.S. Deputy Secretary of State to Drive Economic Progress and Confront Immigration Threats Wednesday, June 11, 2025In a historic and high-stakes diplomatic initiative, the U.S., Canada, Mexico, El Salvador, and Guatemala are poised to lead powerful, high-impact talks with the U.S....

Home » New Zealand Travel News » New Zealand Launches Parent Boost Visa for Fijian Residents, Enhancing Family Reunification and Tourism Connections Monday, June 9, 2025In a landmark move to facilitate family reunification and enhance the immigration system, New Zealand has introduced the Parent Boost Visa, a new initiative that will allow Fijians—who are citizens or residents in New Zealand—to...

Home » ASIA » Bhutan Hosts Groundbreaking South Asian Women’s Conference to Drive Women’s Economic Empowerment and Pave the Way for MICE Tourism Growth Friday, June 6, 2025Bhutan recently hosted the South Asian Women’s Conference, a groundbreaking event aimed at driving women’s economic empowerment and setting the stage for the growth of MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and...

Home » VISA AND PASSPORT NEWS » Portugal, New Zealand and Greece See Explosion of Interest in Golden Visa Programs as They Revamp Schemes to Attract Wealthy Expats Thursday, June 5, 2025The idea of “golden visas,” a type of residency or citizenship granted to foreign nationals in exchange for significant investment in a country’s economy, is not new. However, this concept is making a quiet but...

Home » Indonesia Travel News » Vietnam Joins Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and Philippines with New Ten Year Golden Visa Program Sunday, June 1, 2025Vietnam joins Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines in introducing a new 10-year Golden Visa program designed to attract foreign investors, skilled professionals, retirees, and families. This move reflects Vietnam’s...

Home » THAILAND » Thailand Breaks New Ground with the Amazing Thailand Love Wins Festival, Elevating Pride Month to a Catalyst for Inclusive Tourism, Social Harmony, and International Recognition in 2025 Thursday, May 29, 2025Thailand is setting a bold new standard in inclusive tourism with the launch of the Amazing Thailand Love Wins Festival, a landmark celebration during Pride Month 2025 that goes...