Thailand Introduces 300 Baht Tourist Entry Fee Starting in 2026
Thailand will implement a 300 baht tourist entry fee for foreign arrivals by air starting in 2026. This aligns with similar levies in Japan, Bali, and Europe aimed at funding tourism infrastructure and managing costs.
Singapore Snow Expo 2026 Returns with Winter Travel Deals and Activities
The Singapore Snow Expo was held on August 15-16, 2026, at Suntec Singapore Convention and Exhibition Centre after a nine-year break. The event featured 20 exhibitors and winter travel deals including a stay giveaway at Moxy Niseko Village hotel.
Celebrity Cruises Announces 2028-2029 Deployments Across All Seven Continents
Celebrity Cruises revealed its 2028-2029 global deployment covering all seven continents, with four Edge Series ships sailing Europe for the first time. The plan includes new routes in Alaska, Asia, South America, and Antarctica.
Thailand Introduces 300 Baht Tourist Entry Fee Effective 2026
Thailand will introduce a 300 baht tourist entry fee for air arrivals starting in 2026 to fund tourism infrastructure and management. This move follows global trends including Japan's and Bali's similar levies.
ITB Berlin 2026 Survey Finds Canada and Netherlands Most LGBTQ+ Friendly; US Declines
The 2026 LGBTQ+ Travel Safety Survey by ITB Berlin evaluated 46 countries, finding Canada and the Netherlands most socially accepting. The United States saw a significant decline in perceived respect and safety for LGBTQ+ people.
Riviera Travel Cancels 10 European River Cruises Over Low Water Levels
Riviera Travel has cancelled 10 European river cruises in 2026 due to record low water levels on key rivers. Affected passengers can re-book, receive refunds, or select alternative cruises and tours with compensation offers.
American Express Expands Hotel Portfolio with 351 New Properties Worldwide
American Express Travel added 351 new hotels to its Fine Hotels + Resorts and The Hotel Collection, expanding the portfolio to over 3,400 hotels in 116 countries. The expansion offers broader access to premium properties and enhanced benefits for eligible cardholders.
Mount Etna Ash Halts Flights at Catania Airport Until August 14
Catania airport remains closed until 2am on 14 August 2026 due to ash from Mount Etna's ongoing volcanic activity. Palermo airport absorbed 190 diverted flights amid widespread disruptions affecting Sicilian and Malta airports.
US Travel Association Warns on Visa Bond Program Expansion
A US travel association leader has raised concerns over the possible widening of the visa bond program. The program requires certain travelers to post bonds as a return guarantee.
GTBA-ONEKLIK Awards 80 Tourism Leaders, Launches 4th Travel Sale Expo
The 3rd Ambassador of the Year Awards honored 80 leaders in tourism and coincided with the launch of the 4th Travel Sale Expo. The Expo is scheduled for October 2–4, 2026, at SM Megamall.
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