POPULAR TOURIST ISLAND BANS SHORT-TERM RENTALS

Larry Brain -
The Malaysian Island of Penang is becoming an increasingly popular holiday destination. At the same time, the first restrictions are coming into force: short-term rentals are no longer allowed. ...

TRAVEL IN ASIA: SOME COUNTRIES WELCOME TOURISTS AGAIN

Richard Moor -
Similar to European destinations, many Asian countries canceled restrictions to enter their country. Still, however, holidaymakers need to keep themselves updated on the requirement for travel in Asia ...

GERMAN TRAVELERS EXPECTED TO BOOK MORE LONG-DISTANCE TOURS

Justin N. Froyd -
The travel industry is anticipating a successful travel year in 2024 with high demand for the upcoming summer months. The German Travel Association (DRV) is expecting moderate sales growth of four per ...

THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON LEISURE TRAVEL

Wayne M. Gore -
According to a recent Bitkom study, as many as six out of ten people have already chosen a travel destination just to be able to share a photo on their social media channel. In the 16- to 29-year-old ...

PARIS TO BAN COACHES FROM THE CITY CENTER

Chris Grad -
Paris plans to ban coaches by 2024 to reduce traffic and promote climate protection, which will impact tourists. ...