Chinese Tourists Expand Lunar Overseas Travel

Chinese outbound travel is set to strengthen during this year’s extended Lunar New Year holiday, with Russia, Thailand and Australia emerging as key beneficiaries. The nine-day Spring Festival break, running from February 15, is expected to drive a record 9.5

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Madeira Imposes Trail Fees Amid Overtourism

Madeira has introduced new charges for access to several of its most popular hiking trails, reflecting mounting pressure from residents concerned about overcrowding and environmental strain. The Portuguese archipelago, long promoted as the “Hawaii of Europe”, has experienced a surge in visitor numbers, prompting authorities to tighten controls on access to natural attractions. Non-residents are now required to pay approximately $5.30 to use standard trails, while those joining registered tour

China Opens Doors With Simpler Visas

China has announced simplified visa procedures aimed at attracting more international visitors, signalling a renewed push to strengthen inbound tourism. The policy shift is

Tourism seeks connectivity, tax relief beyond metros

India’s travel and tourism industry is repositioning its policy priorities as demand patterns shift decisively beyond the country’s largest cities. Ahead of the Union Budget 2026–27, industry stakeholders are urging the government to align fiscal and infrastructure policy with a tourism economy that is increasingly shaped by regional and secondary destinations rather than metro-led travel alone. Domestic travel volumes have

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