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U.S. Government's Scrutiny Of 55 Million Visa Holders Includes Travelers With Tourist Visas
The Travel
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August 22, 2025
55 million people with valid U.S. visas, including tourists from many countries, are set to come under the U.S. government's scrutiny. President Trump's administration said on Thursday it is reviewing each visa for violations that could lead to...
Holidaymakers warned of 'Russian roulette' with spirits after death of former Newcastle University student
Chronicle Live
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August 22, 2025
Will Durrant PA Political Staff 20:28, 22 Aug 2025 Drinking even shop-bought, sealed spirits in popular gap year destinations is akin to playing "Russian roulette", a campaigner has cautioned, calling for improved advice about methanol poisoning....
General : Indonesia, Malaysia Strengthen Tourism Links With Jakarta-Melaka Sales Mission
Bernama
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August 22, 2025
MELAKA, Aug 22 (Bernama) -- Indonesia and Malaysia strengthened tourism ties through the recent Sales Mission event for the Special Capital Region of Jakarta (DKI Jakarta), with a focus on the Melaka market. In a statement, the Johor Bahru...
'She died after drinking shots on holiday - it could happen to anybody'
Liverpool Echo
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August 22, 2025
21:54, 22 Aug 2025 A warning has been issued to holidaymakers over the risk of drinking even shop-bought spirits in some popular holiday destinations. Amanda Dennis, a family representative for Simone White, said the risk of methanol poisoning is...
7 Beginner-Friendly Mountains to Hike in Indonesia
Tempo.co
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August 22, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Indonesia has many mountains that boast extraordinary natural beauty and exciting climbing opportunities. Not all climbing routes demand strong physical abilities or extensive experience. Several mountains are friendly to...
Copenhagen's CopenPay Model Inspires Three European Cities to Reward Tourists
Tempo.co
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August 22, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Three cities in Europe are inspired by the CopenPay scheme, an award given by the Copenhagen government to tourists who behave well. This approach differs slightly from that of other popular European destinations, which impose...
Improving tourism promotion through technology
Travel Daily Media
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August 22, 2025
Evolution is a necessary aspect of just about everything in this world, and this includes the practice of tourism promotion. In the 21st century, we have seen tourism boards use a variety of tools and solutions geared towards showcasing their home...
What It’s Like Cruising on a Traditional Indonesian Phinisi Through a Maritime Wonderland
Robb Report
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August 22, 2025
Waka-where? That’s the reaction among even the most seasoned Asian travelers when the name Wakatobi comes up. Wakatobi National Park is an acronym of four islands—Wangi-Wangi, Kaledupa, Tomia, and Binongko—in an exceptionally biodiverse...
Indonesia’s Hidden Gems: 5 Islands to Visit Beyond Bali
Intelligent Living
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August 21, 2025
When most people picture Indonesia, their minds immediately drift to Bali, an island renowned for its paradise beaches, lush rice terraces, and vibrant tourist scene. While Bali is a world-class destination, it represents just a single facet of an...
Rainforest to retail: Indonesian women protect nature with work
Context
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What’s the context? Plant artists deep in the Indonesian mountains promote sustainable use of threatened rainforest. Women use plants and flowers for ecoprinting Sustainable livelihoods protect at-risk rainforest Income helps families pay for...
Family’s dream holiday turns into nightmare after horrifying hotel room discovery
The Mirror
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August 22, 2025
Parents discovered their daughter had had a horrifying accident after finding blood in her hotel room. Michaela Hadley has been placed in an induced coma in Spain after a fall resulted in a head injury, prompting her family to fundraise for her...
UN experts: Indonesia must stop forced evictions in Mandalika
The National Tribune
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August 22, 2025
OHCHR GENEVA – UN experts* today renewed their concerns over forced evictions tied to Indonesia’s Mandalika tourism megaproject, warning of militarisation in the area and grave harm to the Indigenous Sasak Peoples. “More than 700 security forces,...
MSMEs receive environmentally friendly tourism training
Antara
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August 22, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Tourism Ministry, in collaboration with the International Labor Organization (ILO) and the Sustainable Tourism Initiative (STRIVE), held eco-friendly tourism business training for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs)...
AirAsia Travel Fair 2025 expects to draw 15,000 visitors
The Malaysian Star
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August 22, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: The AirAsia Travel Fair (AATF) 2025 is expected to attract about 15,000 visitors, a 5,000 increase from its last pre-pandemic edition in 2019, as the airline revived its signature travel fair series with plans to make next year’s...
Indonesia's DPR approves early payment to secure 2026 Hajj services
Antara
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August 21, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Indonesia's parliament has agreed to a government request to pay part of the 2026 Hajj costs in advance to make sure pilgrims get proper services during the pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. The payment, worth 627.24 million Saudi...
FHRAI seeks GST rationalisation to boost tourism competitiveness and support vision 2047
ETTravelWorld.com
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August 22, 2025
Image credit - iStock-2127938797 The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), the apex body representing the country’s hospitality sector, has appealed to Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, Union Finance Minister and Chairperson of...
Foreign tourists spend summer time in China, willing to explore hidden gem towns: data
Global Times
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Foreigners take part in a Qijiang Farmers' Woodcut Printing activity on a train on February 12, 2025. The China Railway Chengdu Group has collaborated with Chongqing authorities to host a themed event bringing intangible cultural heritage to train...
Armchair Travelers Set to Visit Bali
The Independent - California
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Juls Vistnes, who spent two weeks in the Indonesian province of Bali with her husband in 2023, will give an Armchair Travelers presentation on their adventure at the Livermore Civic Center Library, 1188 S. Livermore Ave., at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday,...
FHRAI urges GST rationalisation to boost India’s tourism competitiveness
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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August 21, 2025
FHRAI requests uniform 5% GST with input tax credit to strengthen India’s tourism, enhance affordability, and align with global standards. NEW DELHI, INDIA – The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), representing the...
FHRAI urges rationalisation of GST in tourism sector
ETHospitalityWorld.com
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August 22, 2025
The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), representing the hospitality industry across the country, has requested Nirmala Sitharaman, Union Finance Minister and chairperson of the GST Council, for the rationalisation of...