Travelling to Libya just got easier! The country has launched a new e-visa system for tourists, with a separate program for expatriate workers coming soon. This simplifies the application process and eliminates paperwork.
In response to the escalating COVID-19 cases, Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia have jointly implemented rigorous measures at international airports. This comprehensive approach includes mandatory mask-wearing and the deployment of enhanced screening technologies.
China has streamlined its visa application process to welcome international visitors with open arms. With reduced paperwork and simplified requirements, it's now easier than ever to explore the wonders of China.
Kuwait Ports Authority has introduced a mandatory biometric fingerprinting process for Gulf nationals and expatriates arriving in the country. While Kuwaiti citizens are exempt, visitors are now required to undergo quick and efficient fingerprinting to enhance security and streamline entry procedures.
Bhutan, the Land of Happiness, is lowering its daily tourist taxes in a bid to boost visitor numbers after the pandemic. The reduced fees apply to tourists staying for more than four nights and aim to increase revenue from the tourism industry. Find out the details of this initiative, including eligibility criteria and the impact on Bhutan's economy and conservation efforts.
The Department of Tourism in the Vietnamese province of Kien Giang has proposed an extension of visa-free entry for international visitors to Phu Quoc Island. Despite being the only location in Vietnam that offers a 30-day visa-free entry to foreigners, the number of foreign tourists visiting the island has been decreasing recently.
The implementation of the Thailand Tourism Fee (TTF), which was scheduled to start in June 2023, has been postponed until September 2023, according to an update issued by the Thai government.
Travellers entering China will no longer need to provide a negative PCR test result starting from Saturday, in another easing of China's 'zero-Covid' policies. Travellers can instead show a negative antigen test result taken within 48 hours before boarding, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning told reporters Tuesday.
The City Visitor Charge requires visitors to pay an additional £1 per room, per night for their accommodation, with the collected funds being used to run large events, conferences, festivals, marketing campaigns, and street cleanliness.
The announcement comes as Hong Kong prepares to host a series of international events, including Clockenflap, Art Basel, and the Hong Kong Sevens.