Industry News Archives - Asia Travel Log

This Middle Eastern country has the world’s most powerful passport

Posted by Travelelog - December 5, 2018

These passport holders can now travel to 167 countries without obtaining a prior visa. Source: Shutterstock. MOVE over, Singapore and Germany. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has emerged as the…

Why Firefly is suspending all flights to Singapore

Posted by Travelelog - November 27, 2018

Are you one of the thousands affected by this? Source: Shutterstock. THOUSANDS of shocked passengers have been left in a lurch as Malaysian airline Firefly, a full subsidiary of Malaysia…

Thailand waives visa on arrival fees for these countries

Posted by Travelelog - November 19, 2018

It is trying to recover from the sharp dip in tourist arrivals. Source: Shutterstock. GOOD NEWS for Indian passport holders as the Thai government has decided to waive off its…

The world’s second safest destination is in the Middle East

Posted by Travelelog - November 14, 2018

Which country is safer for tourists than Singapore and Japan? Source: Shutterstock. According to a new report, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is the second safest destination to visit as…

This will be the world’s most popular destination by 2030, apparently

Posted by Travelelog - November 13, 2018

By 2030, this Asian country is expected to be the world’s travel powerhouse. Source: Shutterstock. ONE East Asian country is working its way up to the top, possibly knocking France…

‘Backpacker visas’ to be made available in Australia soon

Posted by Travelelog - November 7, 2018

Here’s how you can travel to Australia and remain in the country for up to three years. Source: Shutterstock. EARLIER this week, Australia announced it will be extending its working…

These are the healthiest cities in Asia-Pacific to live in

Posted by Travelelog - November 2, 2018

Here is a handful of (healthy) reasons why you would love living in one of these cities. Source: Shutterstock. OCTOBER 31 has been designated as World Cities Day by the…

New Zealand wants you to be its guardian

Posted by Travelelog - November 1, 2018

Here’s something for you to think about before you embark on your New Zealand journey. Source: Shutterstock. NEW ZEALAND’S tourism industry has come together to launch a major initiative inviting…

Food tourism in Asia-Pacific through the eyes of Sean Wooden

Posted by Travelelog - October 19, 2018

Why do travelers rather eat out than enjoy the exquisite dining experience hotels have to offer? Source: Shutterstock. THEY say food makes the world go round and this is evident…

In pictures: The new ‘Urban Wonders of the World’ in Asia-Pacific

Posted by Travelelog - October 16, 2018

Have you visited any of these places? Source: Shutterstock. WHAT drives urban, trendsetting travelers to visit some of the world’s top destinations? Other than local cuisine, diversity, activities, heritage, and…

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