Approximately 9 billion people are expected to travel domestically during the holidays around Chinese New Year, with 500 million people traveling by train and 90 million people traveling by air, both record highs.

Approximately 9 billion people are expected to travel domestically during the holidays around Chinese New Year, with 500 million people traveling by train and 90 million people traveling by air, both record highs.

According to Reuters, the number of domestic travelers is expected to reach 9 billion between January 14 and February 22, 2025, around the Spring Festival, which starts on January 28,…

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Will the world be able to overcome overtourism in 2025? Decentralization through required policies and improvement of resident satisfaction[Gaiden]

Will the world be able to overcome overtourism in 2025? Decentralization through required policies and improvement of resident satisfaction[Gaiden]

The American economic newspaper ``Fortune'' reports on the issue of overtourism, which has become a problem in 2024, especially in Europe. Along with the background, it also conveys the outlook…

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Short-term lodging rentals (private lodging) are rapidly increasing in Rome, which will celebrate the “Jubilee Year” in 2025, with a forecast of 32 million visitors.

Short-term lodging rentals (private lodging) are rapidly increasing in Rome, which will celebrate the “Jubilee Year” in 2025, with a forecast of 32 million visitors.

It is estimated that the number of short-term lodging rentals (so-called private lodging) in Rome has doubled in the past year in the run-up to the 2025 Jubilee Year. The…

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South Korea’s political turmoil puts the tourism industry on alert, fearing it will be a headwind for the recovery of foreign tourists, Seoul’s mayor declares safety

South Korea’s political turmoil puts the tourism industry on alert, fearing it will be a headwind for the recovery of foreign tourists, Seoul’s mayor declares safety

In South Korea, there is a growing sense of caution about the negative impact that a prolonged political crisis could have on the beauty and travel industries. Since President Yun…

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Uber begins dispatching services to tourist destinations in India, including a scenic lake in Kashmir

Uber begins dispatching services to tourist destinations in India, including a scenic lake in Kashmir

According to Reuters, Uber has launched Uber Shikara, a water transportation service for tourists at the scenic Dal Lake in India's Kashmir region. Local Shikara boat operators have mixed opinions…

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Thailand has high expectations for an increase in tourists due to the competition for filming locations around the world, financial support programs in many countries, and success in attracting popular dramas.

Thailand has high expectations for an increase in tourists due to the competition for filming locations around the world, financial support programs in many countries, and success in attracting popular dramas.

Reuters reports on the competition for filming locations around the world. Thailand was chosen as a filming location for the popular drama ``White Lotus,'' and there are high hopes for…

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Greece increases taxes on vacation rentals and hotels, imposes new tax of up to 20 euros on cruise travelers

Greece increases taxes on vacation rentals and hotels, imposes new tax of up to 20 euros on cruise travelers

According to Reuters, Greece's parliament has approved a bill to increase daily taxes on vacation rentals and hotel stays, and to tax visitors from cruise ports. To address the economic…

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Pre-Thanksgiving U.S. airline passenger numbers hit record high; cruise passengers expected to increase by 20%; 80 million people expected to travel more than 50 miles

Pre-Thanksgiving U.S. airline passenger numbers hit record high; cruise passengers expected to increase by 20%; 80 million people expected to travel more than 50 miles

According to the US Transportation Security Administration (TSA), approximately 2.7 million passengers were screened at airport security checkpoints on November 26, 2024, the highest number on record for the Tuesday…

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Kuala Lumpur’s presence as an aviation hub in Southeast Asia is increasing, boosted by AirAsia’s route expansion

Kuala Lumpur’s presence as an aviation hub in Southeast Asia is increasing, boosted by AirAsia’s route expansion

Reuters reports that Kuala Lumpur is emerging as a rival to Bangkok and Singapore as a travel destination in Southeast Asia. In Southeast Asia alone, Kuala Lumpur International Airport serves…

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Protest demonstrations resume in Barcelona, ​​Spain as rents soar due to increase in vacation rentals for tourists, demanding improvements in living conditions

Protest demonstrations resume in Barcelona, ​​Spain as rents soar due to increase in vacation rentals for tourists, demanding improvements in living conditions

A demonstration demanding lower rents and improved living conditions on November 23, 2024 in Barcelona, ​​Spain. Approximately 22,000 people participated. Rent is rising due to the increase in private lodging.…

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