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SOLO TRAVELERS DISCOVER THE WORLD IN GREATER NUMBERS
Solo tourism, once a peculiar venture for lone backpackers, has blossomed into a global phenomenon, notably reshaping the travel landscape. By 2025, it’s clear that traveling solo is no longer a marginal pursuit; instead, it's a refined way to...

AI TOOLS DIRECTLY AFFECT CONSUMER BEHAVIOR IN THE TRAVEL SECTOR
The travel sector, noted for its ever-changing character and shifting tastes of patrons, is currently experiencing a digital shift. This transformation is changing how marketers relate to travelers. With AI tools increasingly important in travel...

How to Travel Around South Korea by Intercity Bus: A First-Timer’s Guide
When I first visited South Korea, I did what most first-timers do and stuck to the major cities, zipping between them on the famous KTX bullet train. But it wasn’t until my second trip that I stumbled across something I hadn’t paid much attention...

10 Exquisite Tourist Locations to Go to in Chile
Chile has long been Latin America's hidden gem; however, it is time to change that narrative. A land of putting contrasts and lovely natural wonders, chile awakens the adventurous spirit in everybody. On our journeys, we've ventured deep into...

I am a Muslim traveler — here's what it's like to see the world while wearing a hijab
Courtesy of Nazma Begum Clockwise from top: Jeju Island, in Korea; Positano, Italy; Lake Walansee, SwitzerlandFor Travel + Leisure’s column Traveling As, we’re talking to travelers about what it’s like to explore the world through their unique...

Tourism Authority of Thailand and Grab launch joint travel promotion campaign
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Grab (Thailand) launched Tiew Tua Thai Suk Kan Yai Wai Jai Grab (Explore Thailand, Enjoy More, Trust Grab) today, 2nd June. This new initiative seeks to reignite interest in travel across the country...

Downgraded travel advisory brings hope to tourism stakeholders in northeast
Business and tourism stakeholders across northeastern Jamaica are now rejoicing after the United States (US) government lowered its travel advisory for Jamaica from Level Three to a more favourable Level Two. According to the US State Department,...

Courtyard by Marriott Bali Nusa Dua Resort Launches Indonesian-Language Website, Strengthening Connection with Indonesian Travelers
BALI, Indonesia, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bali is more than a destination; it’s a feeling. The scent of the sea, footprints on soft white sand, and the distant sounds of gamelan form a story we long to relive. In the heart of this allure,...

10 Best Travel Picture Ideas for Beginner Photographers
Travel photography blends creativity, cultural discovery, and technical learning into a single visual journey. It tells stories that words can’t convey, allowing viewers to experience the world through your lens. Whether you’re capturing bustling...

Step Into Adventure: Agoda’s Guide to Asia’s Top Cities to Explore on Foot
SINGAPORE, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Digital travel platform Agoda invites travelers to lace up their walking shoes and discover the charm of Asia’s most stroll-worthy cities. From cobblestone streets to scenic riversides, Agoda’s list of Asia’s...

As China’s Dragon Boat Festival, Children’s Day coincide, family tourism booms
An unusual convergence of the Dragon Boat Festival and Children’s Day in China over the weekend led to a surge in domestic tourism bookings to campsites, amusement parks and other attractions, according to travel platforms. Short-haul domestic...

Flying with Josie: What I learned from traveling with our dog
Traveling with a pet can be costly, requiring expenses such as airfare, vet visits, pet carriers, and potential hotel fees. Airlines have specific regulations for pet travel, including size and carrier restrictions, and require pre-booking due to...

Some suggestions for fun and adventure close to home — National Trails Day, rooftop drinks with a view
Staff report meetNKY and Visit Cincy offer some suggestions for plenty of opportunities for fun and adventure as summer unfolds across the region. Close to home and special in every way. The point being, get out and enjoy what’s available right at...

Sikkim: Chungthang-Phidang road in Mangan district restored, evacuation of stranded tourists begins
The Tourism and Civil Aviation Department of Sikkim announced on Monday that the Chungthang-Phidang road in Mangan District has been restored, allowing for the safe evacuation of stranded tourists to commence. The evacuation operation is being...

India News | Sikkim: Chungthang-Phidang Road in Mangan District Restored, Evacuation of Stranded Tourists Begins
Mangan (Sikkim) [India] June 2 (ANI): The Tourism and Civil Aviation Department of Sikkim announced on Monday that the Chungthang-Phidang road in Mangan District has been restored, allowing for the safe evacuation of stranded tourists to commence....

Forest Fires Increase by 2024, Tropical Forests Reduced Twofold
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The lost of tropical forests over the past year has doubled compared to 2023. The extent of primary forest lost in 2024 amounted to 67,000 square kilometers, marking the highest record in at least the past two decades. The...

Brent Hill resigns as Tourism Fiji CEO
Tourism Fiji CEO Brent Hill will be stepping down from his role, and returning permanently to Australia with his growing family. Hill will complete his time with Tourism Fiji at the end of August after a successful four years in the role as CEO....

3 rescued after small plane crashes into ocean, deputies say
VERO BEACH — Two men and one woman were rescued after a small plane they traveled in crashed into the Atlantic Ocean late Sunday, sheriff’s deputies said. The unidentified, single-engine plane was not found and was presumed to have sunk, said Lt....

1 gas station in cities throughout Ocean County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending May 24
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Ocean County selling...

Lake flood spectacle a magnet for wildlife, tourists
Millions of birds and tens of thousands of tourists are predicted to flock to Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre as floodwaters put on a once-in-a-generation spectacular. Floodwaters from Queensland's record-breaking autumn rain are flowing into the usually...