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【Boost influx of consumers】 “ZAPE Taste Jam” kicks off Energizing community tourism and economic vitality
MACAU, August 15 - The “ZAPE Taste Jam”, co-organized by the Macao Government Tourism Office and the Association of Returned Overseas Chinese Macau, officially opened today (15 August). The event is centered around the theme “Taste the Streets...

Laos Reveals Gifting Elephants to Russia
(MENAFN) During a recent meeting in Moscow, Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith announced that Laos intends to present Russia with a pair of elephants as a symbol of harmony and shared prosperity. The declaration came amid a discussion with Russian...

Chad suspends US citizens visa in response to American travel ban
(MENAFN) Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Deby has ordered a halt to issuing visas for American citizens, acting in direct response to the United States' decision to bar entry to Chadian nationals. The move follows a sweeping executive order...

U.S. Travel Restriction on Sierra Leone – Separating Facts from Fictions
Travel Restrictions on Sierra Leone: What Facts are Saying FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE, June 8, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In keeping with his July 2024 campaign promise to restore the travel ban and refugee admission into the United States upon...

Trump travels to a Middle East in transition
This week, US President Donald Trump makes his inaugural visit to the Middle East since the start of his second term, traveling to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates on May 13-16. Amid the heightened focus on US policy toward the...

13th Macao International Travel (Industry) Expo facilities over 10,000 business matching sessions as an international platform
MACAU, April 30 - 【MGTO】Wonderful highlights of 13th Macao International Travel (Industry) Expo The 13th Macao International Travel (Industry) Expo (referred to as the “Expo” or “MITE”) culminated in success on Sunday (27 April). 59 contracts were...

Last day’s program unfolds at 13th Macao International Travel (Industry) Expo International platform opens up “tourism +” opportunities
MACAU, April 27 - The 13th Macao International Travel (Industry) Expo (referred to as the “Expo” or “MITE”) are held for three days in a row, bringing together the latest tourism trends and products from around the world. There are wonderful...

13th Macao International Travel (Industry) Expo commences to unveil business opportunities Numbers of exhibitors and booths reach new heights
MACAU, April 25 - The 13th Macao International Travel (Industry) Expo (referred to as the “Expo” or “MITE”) grandly opened today (25 April). Under the theme of “Explore MITE, Experience the World”, MITE presents six major highlights and brings...

China-Laos railway witnesses rise in popularity for Lao New Year travel
(MENAFN) The China-Laos Railway is witnessing a notable rise in passenger numbers as residents return home and tourists flock to popular sites in anticipation of the upcoming Lao New Year festivities. The train's convenience, affordability, and...

13th Macao International Travel (Industry) Expo to commence on 25 April Exhibitors from over 60 countries and regions explore business opportunities
MACAU, April 10 - 【MGTO】Promotional video for the 13th MITE The 13th Macao International Travel (Industry) Expo (referred to as the “Expo” or “MITE”) will take place at Halls A, B and C, Cotai Expo of the Venetian Macao from 25 – 27 April 2025....

Pullman Saigon Centre: Building a Sustainable, Environmentally Friendly Tourism Industry
Pullman Saigon Centre in Vietnam has been awarded its inaugural Green Globe certification. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Pullman Saigon Centre in Vietnam has been awarded its inaugural Green Globe...

The MGTO issues Travel Alert - Level 1 for Thailand
MACAU, March 28 - Considering the security situation following the earthquake in Thailand, the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) has issued a Travel Alert – Level 1 for Thailand. The MGTO reminds that the Travel Alert – Level 1 for Myanmar is...

Lao QR Merchants Now Accept Payments by UnionPay-Powered Wallets -- UnionPay International and LAPNet Launch Payment Linkage
SHANGHAI, Dec. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On December 19, UnionPay International (UPI) and the Lao National Payment Network (LAPNet) launched the QR payment interoperability collaboration in Shanghai. Mr. Dong Junfeng, Chairman of UPI, and Mr....

Vietnam Tourism Market Set to Surpass USD 135,000 Million by 2033, Driven by 17.2% CAGR Growth | FMI
Vietnam's tourism market is experiencing rapid growth, driven by rising tourism, government support, improved infrastructure, and diverse travel offerings. NEWARK, DE, UNITED STATES, February 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The tourism market of...

Laos Beer Market to Reach US$ 821.5 Million by 2032, Growing at a CAGR of 4.05% from 2024 to 2032 | Astute Analytica
CHICAGO, NY, UNITED STATES, November 25, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The 𝐋𝐚𝐨𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 valued at 𝐔𝐒$ 𝟓𝟕𝟒.𝟔 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑, is poised for significant growth over the next decade. According to the latest market report, the market is projected...

Bamba Travel Unveils Top Travel Trends for the Year of the Snake
As the world celebrates Chinese New Year, travelers embrace new adventures and cultural experiences. NAVARRE, FL, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As the Year of the Snake slithers in this week with the celebration of...

DRIFT Travel Magazine Unveils Winter 2025 Issue
Luxury River Cruises, Cultural Expeditions, and Once-in-a-Lifetime Adventures Await in the Latest Issue NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- DRIFT Travel Magazine, a premier resource for luxury travel and...

Asia Pioneer Travel Honored with TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Award 2024
Asia Pioneer Travel received the 2024 TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Award for its exceptional service and personalized travel experiences in Southeast Asia, HANOI, HANOI, VIETNAM, December 25, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Asia Pioneer Travel, a...

Asia Trip Deals Celebrates Another Milestone with TripAdvisor’s 2024 Travelers’ Choice Award
Asia Trip Deals earned TripAdvisor’s 2024 Travelers’ Choice Award for the second year, recognizing its exceptional and personalized travel in Southeast Asia. HANOI, HANOI, VIETNAM, December 26, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Asia Trip Deals, a...

Global Times: Modern China offers broad range of travel experiences
Beijing, China, Dec. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- When "Quanzhou: Emporium of the World in Song-Yuan China" was added to the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List, Long Shao, a travel vlogger with over 1 million followers on Sina Weibo, began...