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Official: Pakistan won’t travel to India for Hockey Asia Cup due to ‘security concerns’, Bangladesh named replacement
The Indian Express
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August 19, 2025
Pakistan won’t be travelling to Bihar for the Hockey Asia Cup, the continental body confirmed on Tuesday, ending months of speculation. Bangladesh have been named as Pakistan’s replacement for the tournament, which will be held from August 29 to...
Pelita Air makes international debut with Jakarta–Singapore flight
The Jakarta Post
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elita Air made its international debut on Monday with a new Jakarta–Singapore route, marking the Pertamina-owned carrier’s first overseas service since transforming from a private charter operator to a commercial airline in 2022. The daily flight,...
From Bengkulu to the boardroom: Caesar Indra on Traveloka’s start, resets and future impact | Conversations On Turning 20
WIT
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August 19, 2025
From Bengkulu to the boardroom: Caesar Indra on Traveloka’s start, resets and future impact | Conversations On Turning 20 When you get to the ripe young age of 20, you’re bound to collect lots of stories – not only about the past but lessons for...
K-culture's popularity boosts foreign tourist spending in wider sectors, regions
The Korea Times
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August 19, 2025
For Emma, a 22-year-old university student from Indonesia, visiting Korea had been on her bucket list ever since she watched the drama "Guardian: The Lonely and Great God." This year, that dream finally came true. She arrived in Korea on Sunday....
QRIS Launches Today, Available in Japan Since August 17th
Tempo.co
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August 25, 2025
Bank of Indonesia (BI) officially launched the Quick Response Code Indonesian Standard (QRIS) between Indonesia and Japan today, Monday, August 25, 2025. The launch took place simultaneously in Jakarta and Osaka, Japan. Despite being officially...
Business News | Klook and Hong Kong Tourism Board Launch First Multi-Market Partnership to Enhance the Muslim Travel Experience
Latestly
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August 19, 2025
PRNewswire Singapore, August 19: Muslim leisure travelers have the same motivations as others: explore new cultures, discover local experiences, and create meaningful memories. Also Read | Kanpur Superstars vs Kashi Rudras, UP T20 League 2025 Live...
Indonesia’s Archipelago expands its reach into the Dominican Republic
Travel Daily Media
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August 15, 2025
Indonesian hospitality group Archipelago has announced the opening of Reserva Real by HARPER in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The new property is the result of a partnership with local real estate developer Noval Properties, a company known for...
Klook and Hong Kong Tourism Board Launch First Multi-Market Partnership to Enhance the Muslim Travel Experience
Korea Herald
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August 19, 2025
Partnership aims to strengthen Hong Kong's positioning as a welcoming destination for Muslim travelers. SINGAPORE, Aug. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Muslim leisure travelers have the same motivations as others: explore new cultures, discover local...
MKP Strengthens Global Travel Distribution Network Through Strategic Partnership With Trip
MENAFN
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August 18, 2025
(MENAFN- EIN Presswire) MKP and Trip strengthen cross-border collaboration, marking a milestone in innovation and long-term partnership across Southeast Asia. MKP partners with Trip to scale travel infrastructure in SEA, pioneering...
Delay in deportation of Indonesian illegals: Consul blames mix-up at centres
Daily Express Malaysia
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August 19, 2025
Delay in deportation of Indonesian illegals: Consul blames mix-up at centres Published on: Tuesday, August 19, 2025 Published on: Tue, Aug 19, 2025 By: Lagatah Toyos Text Size: Dark Mode: Off Aris (centre) poses for a commemorative photo with the...
Guide to Bali’s top surf schools: From beginner to barrel
The New Zealand Herald
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August 25, 2025
Surf the legendary Bukit with Padang Padang Surf Camp The Bukit Peninsula, home to legendary Uluwatu, has played a central part in surf lore. The instructors at Padang Padang Surf Camp do their best to prove that the hallowed waves of the Bukit...
Australian Soon-To-Be Property Billionaire Jamie Mcintyre Eyes Bold Expansion In Indonesia With Planned Mini-Cities
MENAFN
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August 18, 2025
(MENAFN- GetNews) Australian soon-to-be property billionaire and independent media journalist Jamie McIntyre, founder of Australi an National Review , has spent the past three years living in Indonesia, where he has rapidly built a significant...
Business : MATTA Targets More Than RM250 Mln Sales At 57th MATTA Fair
Bernama
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August 25, 2025
PUTRAJAYA, Aug 25 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) aims to achieve more than RM250 million in sales during the upcoming 57th National MATTA Fair, driven by the upcoming Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) and a...
MV Doulos Phos: from the scrap heap to a luxury hotel
AS
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August 25, 2025
The MV Doulos Phos, built in 1914, just two years after the fateful voyage of the HMS Titanic, has had several names and been used for various purposes over its lifetime. But perhaps the most unique is its current mission which saved it from the...
MHT hosts Chinese travel delegation to boost tourism
Muscat Daily
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August 18, 2025
Muscat – As part of efforts to promote Oman’s tourism potential in international markets, the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism (MHT) is hosting a delegation from leading Chinese travel companies on a familiarisation visit to the sultanate. The...
Indonesia’s president vows tough stance against corruption in State of the Nation address
Associated Press
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August 15, 2025
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — President Prabowo Subianto marked the 80th anniversary of Indonesia’s independence by vowing to root out corruption and crackdown on food cartels that caused billions of dollars of annual state losses. Subianto, who took...
Jyoti Malhotra Espionage Case: Haryana Court Extends Judicial Custody of YouTuber Till September 3
Latestly
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August 25, 2025
Chandigarh, August 25: A court in Haryana, on Monday, extended the judicial custody of YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra, who was arrested in May on suspicion of espionage, till September 3. She appeared before the Judicial Magistrate Sunil Kumar in Hisar,...
Jakarta Considers Night Hours for Ragunan Zoo and Higher Prices for Non-Residents
Tempo.co
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August 15, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Following the lead of various parks and museums, the Jakarta government is considering extending the operating hours of Ragunan Zoo in South Jakarta to include nighttime visits. This initiative aims to offer the public more...
Kaspersky survey shows 43% of travelers use AI to plan their trips
TahawulTech
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August 18, 2025
According to Kaspersky’s survey nearly half (43%) of respondents in the UAE trust AI to plan trips, however 96% of those that do are satisfied with this experience with 83% planning to use it in the future. In recent years, artificial intelligence...
Justin Trudeau jets to Italy with his daughter for ANOTHER sun-soaked summer holiday after stepping back from politics - following Katy Perry dating rumours
Daily Mail
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August 18, 2025
Justin Trudeau has jetted to Italy with his daughter in his latest trip abroad this summer after stepping away from political life - and fuelling dating rumours with Katy Perry. The former Canadian Prime Minister, 53, has been navigating life...