Coronavirus pandemic: Thai tourist arrivals to plunge 80% this year June 30, 2020 at 07:58PM

The sector is expected to recover in 2021. Last year, Thailand attracted a record 39.8 million foreign tourists, whose spending accounted for about 11% of Thai GDP.

Czech, please! At 500-metre table, Prague citizens see coronavirus out with dinner... June 30, 2020 at 07:53PM

On the eve of the easing of yet more restrictions imposed since March to curb the spread of the COVID-19 illness, people filled the bridge, a landmark that runs between historic Prague quarters on the banks of the Vltava river.

No US tourists: Here's who can travel to Europe from Wednesday June 30, 2020 at 07:02PM

The European Union plans to open its borders to non-essential travellers such as tourists and most business people from a limited number of countries outside the bloc from July 1. The 27 EU governments agreed on an initial “safe list” of 14 countries, which excludes the United States, Brazil.

Far East Hospitality Makes Bold Move with Official Opening of Far East Village Hotel Ariake June 30, 2020 at 03:15PM

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Far East Hospitality Makes Bold Move with Official Opening of Far East Village Hotel Ariake

SINGAPORE, July 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Far East Hospitality, one of the leading operators of hotels and serviced residences, today announced that its Far East Village Hotel Ariake in Japan is officially opened for business. Previously known as Village Hotel Ariake Tokyo, the 306-key property is the first hotel under the Village brand to expand […]

Far East Hospitality Makes Bold Move with Official Opening of Far East Village Hotel Ariake
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Desaru Coast Destination Resort Embraces The New Norm For Recovery Movement Control Order June 30, 2020 at 03:00PM

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Desaru Coast Destination Resort Embraces The New Norm For Recovery Movement Control Order

DESARU COAST, Malaysia, July 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Desaru Coast Destination Resort (“Desaru Coast”), Malaysia’s largest integrated and curated destination, has resumed operations with proactive destination-wide operations and health, safety, security and environment (HSSE) protocols. The protocols were established since the beginning of the movement control order (MCO) period in mid-March to ensure the safety […]

Desaru Coast Destination Resort Embraces The New Norm For Recovery Movement Control Order
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INEOS Automotive Reveals the Design of Its Upcoming 4×4, the Grenadier June 30, 2020 at 01:57PM

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INEOS Automotive Reveals the Design of Its Upcoming 4×4, the Grenadier

– “Form follows function” in an engineering-led design process focused on delivering a vehicle to do a job – Development programme moving forward, with prototype testing now on the march towards accumulating 1.8 million kilometres on and off-road over the coming year – Created to fulfil the vision of adventurer and INEOS Group Chairman, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, the […]

INEOS Automotive Reveals the Design of Its Upcoming 4×4, the Grenadier
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UNWTO and Sommet Education Offer 30 Scholarships Through “Hospitality Challenge” June 30, 2020 at 03:19AM

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UNWTO and Sommet Education Offer 30 Scholarships Through “Hospitality Challenge”

LAUSANNE, Switzerland, June 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has partnered with Sommet Education for an innovative Hospitality Challenge. The initiative will grant 30 scholarships for world class education programmes and support career climbers and switchers, entrepreneurs and innovators develop themselves and their projects and so help drive tourism’s recovery. Around the […]

UNWTO and Sommet Education Offer 30 Scholarships Through “Hospitality Challenge”
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KT’s 2nd Generation AI Hotel Robot Enhances Room Services June 30, 2020 at 03:00AM

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KT’s 2nd Generation AI Hotel Robot Enhances Room Services

SEOUL, South Korea, June 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — KT Corp. (KRX: 030200; NYSE: KT), South Korea’s largest telecommunications company, announced its second-generation GiGA Genie hotel robot, dubbed “N Bot,” has improved room service at Seoul’s Novotel Ambassador Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences. KT’s second-generation AI GiGA Genie hotel robot, dubbed “N Bot,” delivers water and towel […]

KT’s 2nd Generation AI Hotel Robot Enhances Room Services
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Health and safety measures in place, kissing of Blarney Stone resumes as Ireland... June 29, 2020 at 11:24PM

Life became ever so slightly more normal in Ireland on Monday as pints were pulled and locked-down hair was trimmed for the first time since the middle of March. And for the first time since March 13, the Blarney Stone was kissed — a hugely important moment for anyone looking to get the gift of the gab.

Vietnam’s Southeast Region Cities and Provinces enhance linkages for sustainable tourism development June 29, 2020 at 10:32PM

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Vietnam’s Southeast Region Cities and Provinces enhance linkages for sustainable tourism development

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, June 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The “Conference on Development of Tourism Linkages in Vietnam’s Southeast Region in 2020″ under the theme “Connectivity – Development – Sustainability” has concluded with great success on 28 June 2020 in Sunrise Hotel, Tay Ninh province. The conference was attended by Mr. Nguyen Thien Nhan – […]

Vietnam’s Southeast Region Cities and Provinces enhance linkages for sustainable tourism development
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Shangri-La Partners With Diversey to Upcycle 12,500kg of Hotel Linen Into Half-a-million Reusable Face Masks for the Vulnerable June 29, 2020 at 09:51PM

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Shangri-La Partners With Diversey to Upcycle 12,500kg of Hotel Linen Into Half-a-million Reusable Face Masks for the Vulnerable

SINGAPORE, June 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Vulnerable members in communities across 11 cities in Southeast Asia and Sri Lanka will soon have greater access to reusable face masks with the regional Linens For Life Face Masks (L4LFM) partnership between Shangri-La Group and Diversey, a leading global hygiene solutions provider. Students at Dehigahalanda School, Hambantota, Sri Lanka […]

Shangri-La Partners With Diversey to Upcycle 12,500kg of Hotel Linen Into Half-a-million Reusable Face Masks for the Vulnerable
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Eat Pray Love, no more: Bali hotels go on sale for cheap with virus hammering t... June 29, 2020 at 10:33PM

With no tourists and no income courtesy of the coronavirus pandemic, struggling hotel owners on the Indonesian resort island of Bali have been forced to put their properties up for sale.

‘Peace of mind’ at the Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu rolling out on August 1, 2020 June 29, 2020 at 10:30PM

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‘Peace of mind’ at the Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu rolling out on August 1, 2020

Cebu, Philippines, July 2020 – For many years, Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu has played host to countless family getaways, successful corporate meetings, and memorable life events. From sunrise to moonshine, the vibrant energy of the resort could be experienced at this well-loved destination; trusted, recognized, and known for its world-class service of fun and […]

‘Peace of mind’ at the Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu rolling out on August 1, 2020
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“On our knees”: Kenya's tourism revenue collapses due to Covid-19 crisis June 29, 2020 at 07:27PM

From Indian Ocean beaches to the Maasai Mara wildlife reserve, tourism contributes 10% of Kenya’s annual economic output and employs over 2 million people.

DXIN Joins Hands with TCI to Develop a Variety of Premium Functional Foods for Beauty Purposes June 29, 2020 at 04:32PM

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DXIN Joins Hands with TCI to Develop a Variety of Premium Functional Foods for Beauty Purposes

NEW YORK, June 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — DXIN (Dong & Xing), a well-known brand in China, has seen rapid growth over the past 6 years and become a striking leader in global skin care market. DXIN thoroughly investigates market expectations, rigorously controls product quality, and collaborates with a international ODM supplier to develop competitive products […]

DXIN Joins Hands with TCI to Develop a Variety of Premium Functional Foods for Beauty Purposes
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Sands China Announces Sands Shopping Carnival June 29, 2020 at 03:31AM

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Sands China Announces Sands Shopping Carnival

MACAO, June 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The Venetian®Macao is hosting a three-day Sands Shopping Carnival Aug. 7-9 at Cotai Expo. The carnival is the largest shopping event of its kind in Macao, and provides a free business platform for local SMEs and retailers amid the pandemic period, while creating a new weekend destination for local residents and tourists. […]

Sands China Announces Sands Shopping Carnival
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Sands China Announces Sands Shopping Carnival June 29, 2020 at 03:31AM

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Sands China Announces Sands Shopping Carnival

MACAO, June 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The Venetian®Macao is hosting a three-day Sands Shopping Carnival Aug. 7-9 at Cotai Expo. The carnival is the largest shopping event of its kind in Macao, and provides a free business platform for local SMEs and retailers amid the pandemic period, while creating a new weekend destination for local residents and tourists. […]

Sands China Announces Sands Shopping Carnival
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PLDT-Smart Foundation partners with DSWD, UP Diliman to support communities in Quezon City June 28, 2020 at 11:13PM

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PLDT-Smart Foundation partners with DSWD, UP Diliman to support communities in Quezon City

MANILA, Philippines – PLDT-Smart Foundation (PSF) recently turned over food pack donations to 300 families from the Yakan Tribe, a Muslim community located in Tandang Sora, Quezon City. The foundation also provided relief assistance to 600 displaced construction workers located in the University of the Philippines Diliman. The donations were from PLDT and Smart’s Kapit […]

PLDT-Smart Foundation partners with DSWD, UP Diliman to support communities in Quezon City
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Shangri-La Hotel first in Singapore to receive SafeGuard Hygiene Excellence and Safety Label by Bureau Veritas June 28, 2020 at 09:36PM

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Shangri-La Hotel first in Singapore to receive SafeGuard Hygiene Excellence and Safety Label by Bureau Veritas

SINGAPORE, June 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — With Singapore entering phase two of reopening and moving towards a new normal, guests can enjoy even greater peace of mind the next time they visit and dine at Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore. The hotel is the proud recipient of Singapore’s first SafeGuard Hygiene Excellence and Safety Label by Bureau Veritas […]

Shangri-La Hotel first in Singapore to receive SafeGuard Hygiene Excellence and Safety Label by Bureau Veritas
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Turkey Travel Advisory: Is it safe to travel to Turkey in 2020? June 28, 2020 at 10:19PM

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Turkey Travel Advisory: Is it safe to travel to Turkey in 2020?

How safe is Turkey to visit in 2020? The start of the year 2020 has been filled with a lot of challenges. Fires and earthquakes plagued some countries, but the worst is the coronavirus disease which affected us globally. Sadly, it has delayed a lot of our plans this year. But maybe, there is a […]

Turkey Travel Advisory: Is it safe to travel to Turkey in 2020?
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Wealth sharing campaign spreading in Suncheon to aid coronavirus victims June 28, 2020 at 08:58PM

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Wealth sharing campaign spreading in Suncheon to aid coronavirus victims

SUNCHEON, South Korea, June 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — A wealth sharing campaign has been spreading in Suncheon, a city about 415 kilometers south of Seoul, to support underprivileged citizens hit hard by the coronavirus outbreak. According to the municipality of Suncheon said on Friday. Volunteers sort aid packages made with donations for delivery to the […]

Wealth sharing campaign spreading in Suncheon to aid coronavirus victims
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Domestic travel to drive recovery of tourism industry, says survey June 28, 2020 at 07:29PM

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Domestic travel to drive recovery of tourism industry, says survey

Manila, Philippines — Domestic travel will lead the recovery of the country’s tourism industry with Filipino travelers expecting to go to destinations closer to home and spending less amid lingering health concerns caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. This is the gist of the results of the recent survey conducted on the pandemic’s effects on domestic […]

Domestic travel to drive recovery of tourism industry, says survey
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Foxglove: Rare flower blooms in JK's Bhaderwah amid tourism slump due to Covid-... June 28, 2020 at 06:31PM

In the picturesque valley here in Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir, the slump in tourism due to the coronavirus pandemic has been a blessing in disguise as less human intervention has led to a bumper crop of ‘digitalis purpurea’, a flower species primarily native to temperate Europe.

Olive and Latte brings to readers and viewers Olive and Latte Home Lounge while Engagevu presents Engage for Moments June 28, 2020 at 02:00PM

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Olive and Latte brings to readers and viewers Olive and Latte Home Lounge while Engagevu presents Engage for Moments

SINGAPORE, June 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — This year 2020, Olive and Latte Globeshop has branched out with a new extension website Olive and Latte Home Lounge https://ift.tt/2NzYZOo Engagevu, the pr and marketing collaborative outfit presents Engage for Moments https://ift.tt/3dHBMV1. Olive and Latte brings to readers and viewers Olive and Latte Home Lounge while Engagevu presents Engage […]

Olive and Latte brings to readers and viewers Olive and Latte Home Lounge while Engagevu presents Engage for Moments
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Top 10 Most Stunning Boutique Hotels in Hamburg, Germany June 28, 2020 at 05:38AM

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Top 10 Most Stunning Boutique Hotels in Hamburg, Germany

Ultimate List of The 10 Best Boutique Hotels in Hamburg Hamburg is the largest port city in Germany. It is oftentimes dubbed as the “Venice of Germany” because of its stunning canals, and buildings that follow Eastern European design and architecture. It is a fresh taste of Germany to tourists, offering the port culture and […]

Top 10 Most Stunning Boutique Hotels in Hamburg, Germany
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What is it like to travel to Turkey during Ramadan Time? June 27, 2020 at 06:48AM

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What is it like to travel to Turkey during Ramadan Time?

How is it to travel during Ramadan in Turkey? Turkey is a marvel to visit. Geographically speaking, it is within Euroasia and shares heritage with nearby Asian and European countries. In terms of religion, Turkey is a predominantly Muslim country, and Islam plays a huge part in its culture and way of life. Ramadan is […]

What is it like to travel to Turkey during Ramadan Time?
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Xinhua Silk Road: S. China’s Guilin hosts events to celebrate Cultural and Natural Heritage Day June 27, 2020 at 11:18PM

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Xinhua Silk Road: S. China’s Guilin hosts events to celebrate Cultural and Natural Heritage Day

BEIJING, June 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Guilin, one of leading tourist locations in China, has recently hosted a series of events to celebrate the Cultural and Natural Heritage Day, which falls on June 13 this year. Photo: Opening ceremony of the Cultural and Natural Heritage Day kicks off in Guilin city, south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous […]

Xinhua Silk Road: S. China’s Guilin hosts events to celebrate Cultural and Natural Heritage Day
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TAICCA Presenting the Best of Taiwan Cinema at Cannes Festival’s Online Marche du Film June 27, 2020 at 10:59PM

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TAICCA Presenting the Best of Taiwan Cinema at Cannes Festival’s Online Marche du Film

TAIPEI, June 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Due to the pandemic, the 73rd Cannes Film Festival transformed its highly anticipated film market to the online Marche du Film, starting from June 22 to 26. Seizing the opportunity to present Taiwan’s content industry to the world, the Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA) has set up a virtual […]

TAICCA Presenting the Best of Taiwan Cinema at Cannes Festival’s Online Marche du Film
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8 Coolest Airbnb Rentals in Cebu City June 27, 2020 at 11:25PM

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8 Coolest Airbnb Rentals in Cebu City

Top Airbnb Vacation Rentals In Cebu City Cebu City. One of the most popular cities for tourists to visit in the Philippines. It is densely populated and teeming with cultural artifacts from yesterday’s events that are now history. This city, on the island of Cebu, is diverse in its own right. There are tons of […]

8 Coolest Airbnb Rentals in Cebu City
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Covid-19: Tunisia reopens borders to tourists after curbing spread of coronavir... June 27, 2020 at 07:01PM

Tunisia reopened its land, sea and air borders for the first time in more than three months after it announced it had brought the coronavirus outbreak under control.

What’s Fun in Pangasinan: Fun Activities to Do in Pangasinan June 26, 2020 at 09:32PM

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What’s Fun in Pangasinan: Fun Activities to Do in Pangasinan

Fun Activities to Do in Pangasinan Pangasinan is a vast province that offers a variety of activities to tourists. With towns of different expertise, topography, and services, planning for a Pangasinan itinerary trip can get pretty overwhelming. Not to worry as this list includes the fun activities that you can do in Pangasinan. These activities […]

What’s Fun in Pangasinan: Fun Activities to Do in Pangasinan
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HIKING THE TONGARIRO CROSSING June 26, 2020 at 04:06AM

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HIKING THE TONGARIRO CROSSING

Tongariro Alpine Crossing in New Zealand The Tongariro Alpine Crossing right in the middle of New Zealand’s North Island is a World Heritage Site that’s arguably the best hiking trail in the country. It stretches for 19.4 kms. passing through Tongariro National Park ringed with three active volcanoes one of which (Mt. Ngauruhoe) gained fame […]

HIKING THE TONGARIRO CROSSING
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Top 8 Best Airbnb Vacation Rentals in Antipolo City June 26, 2020 at 02:42AM

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Top 8 Best Airbnb Vacation Rentals in Antipolo City

Top Airbnb Vacation Rentals In Antipolo City Antipolo City, Philippines — If I were to describe Antipolo, it would certainly be… strange. Strange but mesmerizing. It’s always been a wonder why Antipolo is considered to be a city by normal standards, but it overlaps with nature. Tourism in Antipolo is a weird mingling of cave […]

Top 8 Best Airbnb Vacation Rentals in Antipolo City
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JAPAN’S BEST HOT SPRING TOWN: KINOSAKI ONSEN June 25, 2020 at 01:35AM

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JAPAN’S BEST HOT SPRING TOWN: KINOSAKI ONSEN

1300th Anniversary of Kinosaki Onsen Kinosaki, Japan — 2020 is the 1300th anniversary of Kinosaki Onsen, a historic onsen (hot spring) town with seven hot spring bathhouses located within walking distance of each other. The history of Kinosaki Onsen began with a Buddhist monk named Dochi Shonin, who traveled the country to help the suffering […]

JAPAN’S BEST HOT SPRING TOWN: KINOSAKI ONSEN
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TurtleTree Labs raises US$3.2 million seed round as it accelerates cell-based milk development June 24, 2020 at 02:00PM

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TurtleTree Labs raises US$3.2 million seed round as it accelerates cell-based milk development

SINGAPORE, June 25, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Singapore-based biotech company TurtleTree Labs today announced the completion of a fresh round of funding from global investors. TurtleTree Labs is the world’s first-cell based biotechnology company creating real milk from mammalian cells, without the need for animals. As a platform, the company’s focus is on high value human […]

TurtleTree Labs raises US$3.2 million seed round as it accelerates cell-based milk development
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Top 8 BEST Airbnbs in Bangkok for your next holiday June 24, 2020 at 04:21AM

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Top 8 BEST Airbnbs in Bangkok for your next holiday

Top Airbnb Vacation Rentals In Bangkok, Thailand As the heart of Thailand, Bangkok is the epitome of Thai culture and commerce. Thailand is brimming with famous tourist destinations, from the famed Chatuchak Market to large malls like the Siam Paragon Mall. Being a predominantly Buddhist country, there are also lots of statues and religious buildings […]

Top 8 BEST Airbnbs in Bangkok for your next holiday
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Nayuki Comes to Japan with Store in Osaka Opening on July 4th June 24, 2020 at 03:00AM

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Nayuki Comes to Japan with Store in Osaka Opening on July 4th

Leading tea-drink brand Nayuki helped ushered in a new craze for the tea culture and once saw the queue for the best-selling drinks lasted for 6 hours Located in Dotonbori ZERO GATE, the store offers an exclusive edition of its award-winning tea drinks for Japanese customers SHENZHEN, China, June 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The first […]

Nayuki Comes to Japan with Store in Osaka Opening on July 4th
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A monsoon treat: Explore these cycling routes around the country to satiate your... June 23, 2020 at 11:19PM

As the monsoon sets in, take a look at these picturesque cycling routes that bring you closer to nature, help you maintain physical distance and also appease the travel bug in you that’s been waiting to get out of home.

Expert Advice on Flying During COVID-19 June 23, 2020 at 08:48PM

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Expert Advice on Flying During COVID-19

Feeling unsure about air travel these days? We know it’s an uncertain time but we would like to reassure you that flying remains one of the safest modes of transport amid COVID-19. While you’ve likely already heard about the precautionary measures AirAsia is taking to keep flying safe for you, we thought you might want […]

Expert Advice on Flying During COVID-19
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Smart to Offer iPhone SE: a Powerful New Smartphone in a Popular Design June 23, 2020 at 08:20PM

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Smart to Offer iPhone SE: a Powerful New Smartphone in a Popular Design

Manila, Philippines — Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. today announced it will offer the second-generation iPhone SE, a powerful new iPhone featuring a 4.7-inch Retina HD display, paired with Touch ID for industry-leading security. iPhone SE comes in a compact design, reinvented from the inside out, and is the most affordable iPhone. Powered by […]

Smart to Offer iPhone SE: a Powerful New Smartphone in a Popular Design
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Japan Strengthening Penalties for Bringing Livestock Products from Overseas June 23, 2020 at 07:00PM

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Japan Strengthening Penalties for Bringing Livestock Products from Overseas

YOKOHAMA, Japan, June 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The Animal Quarantine Service in Japan (AQS) is further strengthening its import quarantine for livestock products in the face of increased threats of entry of African Swine Fever (ASF) into Japan. In order to effectively prevent entry of harmful infectious diseases like ASF, it has amended the Act […]

Japan Strengthening Penalties for Bringing Livestock Products from Overseas
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Slave trade, colonial oppression: The city of London has a slavery problem June 23, 2020 at 08:02PM

The City of London is interwoven with so many layers of history, from Roman to Medieval, Civil War and the age of empire, that the lives of the myriad figures who contributed to its status today are often obscured by time.

Hoiana Opens for Preview on 28th June 2020 – A New Chapter for Suncity to Evolve into an Integrated Resort Operator June 23, 2020 at 02:26AM

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Hoiana Opens for Preview on 28th June 2020 – A New Chapter for Suncity to Evolve into an Integrated Resort Operator

HONG KONG, June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Suncity Group Holdings Limited (“Suncity” or the “Company“, Hong Kong Stock Exchange code: 1383) would like to announce that Hoiana, the integrated resort project of which Suncity held 34% of indirect equity interest in, is going to be opened for preview on 28thJune 2020. Hoiana Shores Golf Club […]

Hoiana Opens for Preview on 28th June 2020 – A New Chapter for Suncity to Evolve into an Integrated Resort Operator
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10 Best Places To Visit in Georgia June 23, 2020 at 12:51AM

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10 Best Places To Visit in Georgia

Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Georgia You will find the fascinating country of Georgia at the crossroads where Europe meets Asia. This country is considered by many as the cradle of winemaking. Apart from over 18,000 historic years of unparalleled wine production, it is also home to three UNESCO World Heritage sites. To give you a […]

10 Best Places To Visit in Georgia
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Top 5 Best Disney Theme Parks in the World June 22, 2020 at 11:27PM

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Top 5 Best Disney Theme Parks in the World

Top 5 Disney Theme Parks Whatever nationality you are, or the culture that you grew up in, it’s probably safe to assume that you had your fair share of Disney movies growing up. We all are aware of these classic tales of young girls like Snow White, Cinderella, and Sleeping Beauty who find their Prince […]

Top 5 Best Disney Theme Parks in the World
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Hilton and Country Garden Announces New Strategic Cooperation to Develop 1,000 Home2 Suites by Hilton(R) in China June 22, 2020 at 10:37PM

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Hilton and Country Garden Announces New Strategic Cooperation to Develop 1,000 Home2 Suites by Hilton(R) in China

SINGAPORE and MCLEAN, Va., June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of an exclusive management license agreement with Country Garden to introduce and develop the Home2 Suites by Hilton® brand in China. The agreement with Funyard Hotel Investment (Asia) Limited, a subsidiary of Country Garden, further expands the strategic cooperation between […]

Hilton and Country Garden Announces New Strategic Cooperation to Develop 1,000 Home2 Suites by Hilton(R) in China
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Trip.com Group joins Google to launch Travel Trends Report June 22, 2020 at 10:00PM

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Trip.com Group joins Google to launch Travel Trends Report

SINGAPORE, June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — As part of its recently announced “Travel On” campaign, leading international online travel services provider Trip.com Group has joined Google to launch the Trip.com Group x Google Travel Trends Report. Google China Head of Industry (OTA) Wilson Wu (pictured) announces the joint Travel Trends Report at the Trip.com Group “Travel […]

Trip.com Group joins Google to launch Travel Trends Report
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Lord Jagannath's Rath Yatra begins in Odisha's Puri after SC's permission amid ... June 22, 2020 at 09:14PM

The idol of Lord Balabhadra has been brought to the chariot by priests and ‘sevayats’ for the Rath Yatra from Jagannath Temple in Puri amid the coronavirus pandemic after the Supreme Court’s go-ahead.

Air Travel in the New Normal: AirAsia cabin crew walks us through the new norm of safe flying June 22, 2020 at 07:09PM

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Air Travel in the New Normal: AirAsia cabin crew walks us through the new norm of safe flying

The new normal for air travel Manila, Philippines — As AirAsia gradually resumes services, there have been many changes to the airline’s procedures to adapt to the current health situation. Our Allstar cabin crew–our frontliners in the sky–similarly observe new measures for a safe journey for our guests. These include new procedures for preflight and […]

Air Travel in the New Normal: AirAsia cabin crew walks us through the new norm of safe flying
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Cargill launches first chocolate manufacturing operation in Asia, with growth plans across region June 22, 2020 at 06:00PM

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Cargill launches first chocolate manufacturing operation in Asia, with growth plans across region

– India facility operational by mid-2021  – Annual chocolate production of 10,000 tons initially – Approximately 100 new jobs created MINNEAPOLIS, June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Consumer demand for chocolate products continues to grow steadily in the Asia market. To help the food industry meet this growing demand, Cargill is partnering with a local manufacturer in […]

Cargill launches first chocolate manufacturing operation in Asia, with growth plans across region
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Trip.com Group launches worldwide “Travel On Sale” June 22, 2020 at 05:01PM

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Trip.com Group launches worldwide “Travel On Sale”

SINGAPORE, June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — As part of its recently announced “Travel On” campaign, leading international online travel services provider Trip.com Group has announced an industry-wide “Travel On Sale” promotion, which will offer flexible advance bookings for a range of travel products. The promotion will be accompanied by a series of in-destination livestreams, offering […]

Trip.com Group launches worldwide “Travel On Sale”
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7 Best Breakfast Places in Baguio City June 21, 2020 at 11:18PM

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7 Best Breakfast Places in Baguio City

THE 7 BEST Breakfast Restaurants in Baguio City Baguio City, Philippines — Breakfast in Baguio is always delightful. The combination of the cold atmosphere and the exposure to nature is the perfect ambiance to wake up to and eat breakfast in the morning. I will never forget my first breakfast in Baguio City, as I […]

7 Best Breakfast Places in Baguio City
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Mount Everest, Northern Lights, Avatar Mountains: Best 'trips' to take from your... June 21, 2020 at 08:43PM

From the Northern Lights to the misty forest park of Zhāngjiājiè, explore the world’s most brilliant natural wonders from the comfort of your home.

Coronavirus pandemic: With no students, small college town Ithaca worries over ... June 21, 2020 at 07:06PM

What happens to a college town when the students disappear? Ithaca, a small upstate New York city nearby gorges and vineyards, is finding out.

DOT celebrates Hidden Beach, Palawan’s inclusion in CNT’s Best Beaches in the World June 21, 2020 at 06:56PM

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DOT celebrates Hidden Beach, Palawan’s inclusion in CNT’s Best Beaches in the World

Hidden Beach in El Nido, Palawan recognized as #20 ‘best in the world’ Manila, Philippines — The Department of Tourism (DOT) celebrates the inclusion of Hidden Beach in El Nido, Palawan in Condé Nast Traveller’s (CNT) “The 30 Best Beaches in the World” feature. The list was made in light of the pandemic, stating that […]

DOT celebrates Hidden Beach, Palawan’s inclusion in CNT’s Best Beaches in the World
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Aba Prefecture celebrates Cultural and Natural Heritage Day 2020 June 21, 2020 at 05:39PM

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Aba Prefecture celebrates Cultural and Natural Heritage Day 2020

MAOXIAN, China, June 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The tourism authorities of Aba Tibet and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, more informally known as Aba Prefecture, an autonomous prefecture in the northwestern part of Sichuan province, presented a series of exhibitions and performances at the ancient castle near the entrance to Maoxian Qiang Ethnic scenic area in the […]

Aba Prefecture celebrates Cultural and Natural Heritage Day 2020
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Where to Stay in Pangasinan: 5 Best Hotels in Pangasinan June 21, 2020 at 05:30AM

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Where to Stay in Pangasinan: 5 Best Hotels in Pangasinan

Where to Stay in Pangasinan Province: List of the Top 5 Best Pangasinan Hotels Pangasinan is gradually rising as a tourism powerhouse of the country. It offers a wide variety of tourism experiences: from sunny beaches, to cave and island hopping, to religious pilgrimages, to animal kingdoms, to delicious food trips and so much more. […]

Where to Stay in Pangasinan: 5 Best Hotels in Pangasinan
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Ultimate List Of The Best Hotels In Hamburg, Germany June 20, 2020 at 04:21AM

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Ultimate List Of The Best Hotels In Hamburg, Germany

Where to Stay in Hamburg: List of the Top 10 Best Hamburg Hotels Shoppers flock Hamburg, Germany’s wealthiest city, for the most idyllic and luxurious shopping experience. Partygoers love this city for having the longest party street in Europe, the Reeperbahn. Apart from the attention-grabbing shopping scene and nightlife, Hamburg has over 50 museums, 45 […]

Ultimate List Of The Best Hotels In Hamburg, Germany
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Solar Eclipse 2020: Check out the best places to observe 'ring of fire' on June... June 20, 2020 at 12:22AM

The path of annular solar eclipse start near Gharsana in Rajasthan around 10:12 AM. However, the phase of annularity will be only for one minute – it will begin around 11:49 am and end at 11:50 am.

Hamburg Bucket List: Top 15 Best Things to Do in Hamburg, Germany June 19, 2020 at 03:09AM

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Hamburg Bucket List: Top 15 Best Things to Do in Hamburg, Germany

What are the Top Tourist Attractions to Visit in Hamburg, Germany Welcome to Hamburg, the city with more or less 2,500 bridges! It can single-handedly surpass the combined number of bridges in Venice, Amsterdam, and London. The fact that around 8% of its area is covered by water makes it an even more exciting city […]

Hamburg Bucket List: Top 15 Best Things to Do in Hamburg, Germany
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SunTrust Approved by SEC as a Tourism Business Listed on PSE June 19, 2020 at 01:07AM

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SunTrust Approved by SEC as a Tourism Business Listed on PSE

HONG KONG, June 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Suncity Group Holdings Limited (“Suncity” or the “Company“, Hong Kong Stock Exchange code: 1383) would like to announce that Suntrust Home Developers, Inc. (“SunTrust“, Philippines Stock Exchange code: SUN), a 51% owned subsidiary of the Company, was approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission of the Philippines (“SEC“) […]

SunTrust Approved by SEC as a Tourism Business Listed on PSE
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Revitalize MICE; TCEB to spend one billion baht to boost domestic MICE, upgrade hygiene standards and actively bid for events June 18, 2020 at 10:27PM

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Revitalize MICE; TCEB to spend one billion baht to boost domestic MICE, upgrade hygiene standards and actively bid for events

BANGKOK, June 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), with one billion baht budget allocation, outlines its strategies to bring MICE industry (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions) back to life by stimulating domestic market, heavily bidding for international business events in line with key strategic economic sectors and boosting the recognition of the […]

Revitalize MICE; TCEB to spend one billion baht to boost domestic MICE, upgrade hygiene standards and actively bid for events
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Yehliu Geopark: the cape where the rocks took shape June 18, 2020 at 10:47PM

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Yehliu Geopark: the cape where the rocks took shape

Yehliu Geopark in North Taiwan New Taipei City, Taiwan – The Yehliu Geopark in the Wanli District of New Taipei City is one of Taiwan’s main natural attractions. Yehliu is a cape that stretches about 1.7 kilometers into the sea. Sitting on a cape means the Yehliu Geopark is subject to erosion and weathering. Such […]

Yehliu Geopark: the cape where the rocks took shape
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Disneyland Hong Kong reopens after Covid-19 cases drop, consumers using less ca... June 18, 2020 at 07:46PM

Hong Kong Disneyland has officially reopened after a major drop in coronavirus cases in the Chinese territory on Thursday.

Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy Urged the Social Investment Community to Develop the Tourism and Creative Economy Sector in Indonesia June 18, 2020 at 04:27PM

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Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy Urged the Social Investment Community to Develop the Tourism and Creative Economy Sector in Indonesia

JAKARTA, Indonesia, June 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Deputy Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy/Deputy Head of Tourism and Creative Economy Agency, Angela Tanoesoedibjo at the “ASIAN Venture Philanthropy Network (AVPN) Conference 2020” on Friday, 12 June 2020 stated that the COVID-19 pandemic provided a challenge for all sectors to adapt in order to survive, including […]

Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy Urged the Social Investment Community to Develop the Tourism and Creative Economy Sector in Indonesia
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