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Asian tourism on the road to success: Highlights from fvw's Asia Knowledge Day Asia's holiday destinations are back and more successful than ever. Many countries have not only reached their pre-pandemic level, but have already surpassed it. The region inspires with its impressive diversity - a topic that was the focus of the fvw | TravelTalk Asia Knowledge Day. Christian, Managing Director PATA Germany, emphasised as an Asia expert in his statement: ‘Asia is booming again.’ Although the region took time to recover from the effects of the pandemic, it is now building on its previous successes - and even going beyond them. Bhutan and Taiwan in particular were in the spotlight at the Knowledge Day and showed why Asia is once again gaining in attractiveness as a versatile holiday region. 👉🏻 You can find out more about the content of the Knowledge Day in the highlight video: https://lnkd.in/evnfreEX

Across Asia Pacific, tourism attentions are turning to 2025. Next year is viewed with both hope for growth and nervousness about chillier geo-economic winds. So this week's Asia Travel Re:Set rounds-up the top travel talking points in Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos and China. These range from self-drive travel & China’s icy winter hotspot to scam-centre tourism fears and one year of the Whoosh high-speed railway! Plus, how is Australia using smart data analytics and travel industry expertise to diversify its visitor economy through 2030… and beyond? All this and more in Issue 162 of Gary Bowerman's Asia Travel Re:Set: Tourism Industry Attentions Turn to 2025 in South East Asia & Australia: https://lnkd.in/ei_GeZzT

From Bali to Mt Fuji to Jeju, the return of high-volume tourism in Asia Pacific is being accompanied by a slew of negative headlines. National and local governments are seeking regulatory solutions to the downsides of tourism growth - but can they work, and are they being accurately targeted? I enjoyed joining Andrea Azureene Heng and Hairianto Diman on CNA938 in Singapore to discuss over-tourism, tourism taxes and fees, and the drivers of anti-social tourist behaviour. We referenced these issues within a dynamic, post-pandemic context of increased travel activity throughout Asia Pacific, and governments chasing arrivals numbers to boost economic recovery. Listen to "Tourists Behaving Badly: Why Holidaymakers are Gaining a Bad Reputation Overseas", here: https://lnkd.in/eNsQzdm5.

Bangkok has been ranked the world's top tourism city for 2024 by Euromonitor International, attracting a record 32.4 million visitors. This is more than Istanbul, which came in second with 23 million arrivals, further cementing Bangkok's status as a global destination. Thai tourism is now booming in Bangkok, thanks to tourist-friendly policies. In this regard, the capital of Thailand now boasts 60-day visa exemption for citizens of 93 countries, besides extending visa-on-arrival privileges to 31 countries from the previous 19. These measures have really made a difference in taking Bangkok's status as one of the world's prime travel destinations to a different level. . . . #Bangkok #TourismLeader #TravelThailand #VisaPolicies #GlobalTravel #Euromonitor2024 #TopCityDestination #TouristFriendly #BangkokHighlights #WorldTravel #TravelMadeEasy #ExploreBangkok #ThailandTourism #TravelHub #TopTourismCity #Tribunetrends

What soes the tourism sector expect from Union Budget 2024? Ahead of the #UnionBudget2024, YourStory spoke to startup founders and industry stakeholders about what they want for India's travel and tourism sector. Visa-free destinations are gaining popularity among Indians. Flight searches to countries like Thailand, Malaysia, and Mauritius surged by 50-80% from Feb to June 2024. Domestic travel is booming! MakeMyTrip saw a 45% increase in travel-related searches compared to 2019. Improved connectivity has boosted local tourism, especially in rural & semi-urban areas. 🛣 🔗 Read more on the link in our comments section 👇

🌏 Exciting times ahead for Asia's tourism industry! As we continue on the path of a vibrant 2024, the focus sharpens on Hong Kong and the Philippines, leading the charge in the region's tourism revival. 🇭🇰🇵🇭 Hong Kong is set to enhance its status as a top business events destination with substantial government investments boosting international visitor experiences. This is part of a broader strategy to consolidate its premier position in the region, revitalizing the local tourism sector with significant financial support and initiatives aimed at attracting high-value-added visitors. Meanwhile, the Philippines is riding a wave of tourism success, having surpassed its 2023 targets. With a 2024 goal of attracting 7.7 million international visitors, the country is leveraging its enriched array of natural beauty and vibrant culture. Enhanced connectivity and extended weekends are expected to boost domestic tourism significantly, helping to sustain the industry's growth and economic impact. Both destinations are demonstrating robust growth and resilience, innovating and adapting to new tourism trends, including digital transformations and sustainable travel practices. The Asia-Pacific region, led by these dynamic markets, is forecasted to see continued strong growth in international visitor arrivals, promising exciting opportunities for travelers and investors alike. Let's champion these thriving destinations by engaging more deeply with the diverse and rich experiences they offer. #Travel #Tourism #HongKong #Philippines #AsiaPacific #SustainableTravel #DigitalTransformation #AsiaPacific #TravelAsia #ESG

Bangkok has been named the world’s top tourism city for 2024 by Euromonitor International, attracting an impressive 32.4 million visitors. Surpassing Istanbul’s 23 million arrivals, the Thai capital earned its top spot thanks to its visitor-friendly policies, including a 60-day visa exemption for citizens of 93 countries and expanded visa-on-arrival access. This growth marks a remarkable recovery, exceeding pre-pandemic tourism levels by over 30%, showcasing Thailand’s resilience and strong appeal to travelers. Despite challenges such as labor shortages and economic concerns, Bangkok continues to thrive as a must-visit destination. While Paris still holds the title of the most attractive city overall, Bangkok’s dynamic tourism landscape sets a new benchmark for cities around the world. #Travel2024 #BangkokTopCity #TourismBoom #Thailand #TopCity2024

Vietnam’s tourism industry welcomed 1.3 million tourist arrivals in September, a fall of 11.04 percent over August. The biggest falls were seen in visitors from Asia which were down 9.94 percent with 117,067 fewer Asian visitors in September. Visitors from Europe also saw a significant fall of about 30.99 percent, however, notably this was from a low base. Of note, these falls coincide with the end of the northern hemisphere’s summer holiday period. https://lnkd.in/gGvrHqZ4

🚨𝐓𝐎𝐏 𝟑 𝐌𝐀𝐉𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐒𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐅𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐕𝐄𝐋 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐊𝐄𝐓 1️⃣ 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒂-𝒓𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍 𝒕𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒎: Intra-regional tourism is seen as a key trend that global travelers are prioritizing in the current period. Tourists will prioritize destinations within the region, with short flight times to suit changes in tastes and the current economic and cost context. Statistics show that over 81% of international tourists to Vietnam in 2023 came from the Asia-Pacific region. This figure for Southeast Asia is over 60%. 2️⃣ 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝒈𝒓𝒐𝒘𝒕𝒉 𝒐𝒇 𝑨𝒔𝒊𝒂𝒏 𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒍 𝒎𝒂𝒓𝒌𝒆𝒕: Asia is considered the world's largest international tourist spending market today and is forecast to soon become the largest global international tourism market in terms of scale. The rapid growth of the middle class in Asian countries is seen as one of the main drivers of growth for this market in the coming period, especially in the markets of India, China, Korea and Southeast Asia. This is both an opportunity and a challenge for destinations in the region. 3️⃣ 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝒃𝒐𝒐𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒐𝒇 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒛𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒍: Global international tourists are undergoing a strong shift in their choice of trip form from packaged tours to self-organized or partially self-organized tourism. These changes aim to meet the growing demand for personalized experiences among consumers worldwide in all sectors. The boom in self-organized individual travel will require destinations and tourism businesses to have new approaches to the market. #outbox #outboxintelligence ______________________________ 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐛𝐨𝐱 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐲 ☎ Tel: (+84) 28 6275 5726 📧 Email: info@the-outbox.com 🌐 Website: the-outbox.com

China's tourism economy is recovering rapidly. As the largest source country and major destination for cross-border tourism, China is continuously discovering its potential, injecting more confidence and momentum into the recovery and development of the global tourism industry. We had the pleasure of presenting the '2023-2024 Cross-border Tourism Consumption Trend Research Report' prepared with the World Tourism Alliance, Ctrip Group, and Ant Group at the Europe-China Tourism Dialogue Ministerial Meeting earlier this month. The report delves into key trends driving China's tourism recovery to uncover the implications for destinations in China, Asia Pacific, and beyond. Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/d8eeqPKi #China #Travel #Priceless