Indonesia absorbs VAT on domestic economy flights to protect travellers from fuel-driven fare rises
Indonesia’s government has moved to cover the full 11% value-added tax on economy-class domestic air tickets for 60 days, shielding […]
Indonesia to roll out national Tourism Safety Program across destinations
Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism is set to launch a nationwide Tourism Safety Program aimed at raising safety standards across the
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Uganda to host 10th Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo as country targets high-value visitors
Uganda is preparing to host the 10th edition of the Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE) on May 21-23 at
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IATA pilots billing and settlement plan in Somalia, with full rollout due this month
The International Air Transport Association has launched a pilot of its Billing & Settlement Plan (BSP) in Somalia, with a
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War coverage is hitting Estonia’s tourism bookings and deterring investors, industry warns
Security concerns linked to the war in Ukraine are affecting tourism bookings and foreign investment decisions in Estonia, with industry
Sri Lanka reopens bidding for Mattala airport after Indo-Russian lease collapses
Sri Lanka’s government has issued a fresh call for expressions of interest in Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport after a previously
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China puts RMB1bn ($138.78mn) behind month-long tourism push
China’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism launched a nationwide tourism promotion campaign on April 21, anchored by more than RMB1bn
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Argentina and Israel agree launch of direct flights between Buenos Aires and Tel Aviv
Argentina and Israel have agreed to launch a new direct air route linking Buenos Aires and Tel Aviv, with services
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Delta Hotels by Marriott opens first Madagascar property in Antananarivo
Marriott International has opened its first property in Madagascar with the launch of the Delta Hotels by Marriott Antananarivo, marking
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Kenya launches TouristTap cashless payment platform for tourism sector
Kenya’s government has endorsed TouristTap, a cashless payments platform designed to allow international tourists to transact directly with local service
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