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Saudi Arabia to Host 300,000 Pilgrims
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Saudi Arabia to Host 300,000 Pilgrims for “In the Prophet’s Steps” Hijrah Experience from Mecca to Medina

In a landmark development for global spiritual tourism, Saudi Arabia is set to welcome 300,000 pilgrims this November for the inaugural season of “In the Prophet’s Steps,” an immersive journey retracing the sacred migration of Prophet Mohammed (Peace Be Upon Him) from Mecca to Medina. This initiative is the first of its kind and aims […]

Etihad Airways Redefines Premium Travel with 30 Airbus A321LR Jets
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Etihad Airways Redefines Premium Travel with 30 Airbus A321LR Jets to Expand Global Connectivity from Abu Dhabi

In a strategic move to reshape premium travel, Etihad Airways has begun an ambitious fleet expansion with the acquisition of 30 Airbus A321LR aircraft, setting a new standard in long-range narrowbody aviation. The first of these modern jets has already been delivered, marking a significant shift in the airline’s growth strategy that prioritizes luxury, fuel […]

Hypersonic Jet Sabre to Slash London–New York Travel to 1 Hour,
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Hypersonic Jet Sabre to Slash London–New York Travel to 1 Hour, Promising a Tourism Revolution

In a landmark leap for aviation and global tourism, a revolutionary hypersonic aircraft called the Sabre is poised to cut flight time between London and New York to just one hour—a journey that currently takes over seven hours. Developed by UK-based aerospace innovator Reaction Engines Ltd in collaboration with the European Space Agency (ESA), the […]

Vietnam Joins Global Biometric Airport Revolution
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Vietnam Joins Global Biometric Airport Revolution as Asia Embraces Seamless Digital Air Travel

Vietnam is accelerating its entry into the future of aviation by integrating biometric systems across major airports, joining an elite group of global travel hubs that includes Singapore, Germany, the United States, and the UAE. This move marks a significant step toward transforming the country’s air travel infrastructure, aligning with global trends that prioritize seamless, […]

Thai Hotels Abandon Glitchy Government Scheme
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Thai Hotels Abandon Glitchy Government Scheme, Launch DIY Deals Amid Domestic Tourism Woes

Thailand’s domestic tourism recovery plan has hit a major snag. Hoteliers across key destinations such as Pattaya, Rayong, Koh Samui, and Khao Yai are backing out of the government-backed “Half-Half” (50-50) tourism campaign, citing systemic technical failures, payment uncertainty, and frustrating red tape. The Half-Half travel scheme, launched by Thailand’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports […]

India Issues Travel Warning for Eastern Thailand as Border Violence
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India Issues Travel Warning for Eastern Thailand as Border Violence Escalates Near Cambodia

As deadly violence erupts along the Thai-Cambodian border, the Indian Embassy in Bangkok has issued an urgent travel advisory for Indian nationals, urging them to avoid visiting seven eastern provinces in Thailand. The advisory, published on July 25, 2025, comes in the wake of escalating clashes between Thai and Cambodian forces, which have resulted in […]

Rising Tourist Taxes in UK, Canada, Japan, and Europe Drive Budget Travelers
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Rising Tourist Taxes in UK, Canada, Japan, and Europe Drive Budget Travelers Toward Lower-Cost Destinations

In 2025, global travel is facing a new kind of shift — not driven by flight availability or visa rules, but by a surge in tourist taxes that is reshaping affordability for travelers. Countries traditionally considered budget-friendly — including the United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, Mexico, Italy, France, Spain, Germany, and Greece — are now layering […]

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