Peden Doma Bhutia

Skift Take Seoul's betting big on K-pop's global pull, and it's working. BTS' Jin is fronting their latest tourism push, showing that K-pop's influence isn't just hype — it's real economic power.

Yatra Online on Monday announced that it has agreed to acquire Globe All India Services (Globe Travels), a corporate travel services provider, for INR 1.28 billion ($15.25 million) in cash.

Skift Take Thailand's tourism recovery though impressive is also fragile. Competition from neighboring countries and global conflicts could disrupt growth.

Despite a strong recovery in 2023, India's inbound numbers are still not back to pre-pandemic levels. What's holding it back? Is it infrastructure, global perception, or something else? Catch Asia Editor Peden Doma Bhutia in conversation with Dipak Deva, managing director of Travel Corporation India, the country's largest inbound travel company, as they dive into the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of inbound tourism.

The Japanese government plans to increase scrutiny for passengers from these nations before they land by introducing a new online travel authorization system by 2030.

Skift Take South Africa's visa reform relies on vetted tour operators to streamline approvals for Indian and Chinese tourists.

Skift Take While aviation often steals the spotlight in travel discussions, it's important to note that 95% of travel in India occurs via road and rail.

Osaka IR, the operator of Japan’s first casino resort, has forfeited its right to withdraw from the project within the next two years.

Skift Take While China's visa exemptions simplify travel, they alone cannot bring back 2019's robust visitor numbers.

Skift Take Looser visa restrictions are greasing the wheels of global tourism, but the real question is whether these policies can sustain