According to Sandiaga Uno, the Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, there are ongoing discussions to increase the visa-on-arrival fee in Indonesia. The exact amount of the increase is still uncertain, but many sources predict it could be tripled. A 30-day visa on arrival in Indonesia costs IDR 500,000 (approximately US$33) and can be extended once […]
Space tourism company Virgin Galactic has raised $300 million since the beginning of the year. It intends to issue shares to raise another $400 million, according to a document released last week by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The announcement was not well-received by investors as it would significantly decrease the value of […]
As Asian tourists, especially Chinese millennials, gain more purchasing power and Generation Z comes of age, there is a shift in the type of Asian travelers and their behaviors. Therefore, it is essential to understand the new trends among Asian tourists to develop an effective marketing strategy. A 2022 Dragon Trail report reveals that social […]
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Geoffrey Hinton, one of the so-called godfathers of artificial intelligence, urged governments on Wednesday to step in and make sure that machines do not take control of society. Hinton made headlines in May when he announced that he quit Google after a decade of work to speak more freely on the dangers of AI, shortly […]
eTurboNews: Kaoru Mitoma plays for Brighton & Hove Albion FC and the Japan National Team, and is known for his unwavering determination and spirit, demonstrated by his unforgettable “One-Millimeter Miracle” during the 2022 World Cup. His dedication to the sport has also made him an inspiring national figure, encouraging others to pursue their passions in […]
eTurboNews: Jamaica has improved its standing on the world tourism stage with its selection as a candidate to the Executive Council of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for 2023-2027. Minister Bartlett will represent the Americas region and will sit on the prestigious decision-making council which consists of a total of 159 countries as […]
eTurboNews: Commencing in 2021 and organized by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), the Informal Workers Program was designed to assist the informal tourism sector to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and increase resilience through new knowledge and skills. Whereas the focus of the 2021 program in Bangkok was to help prepare informal workers for […]
eTurboNews: The pier experienced its busiest winter season with the arrival of 12 cruise ships, carrying over 5000 visitors and on average 43 yachts arriving per month including several mega yachts, last winter. Speaking recently while on a Destination Assurance tour of Portland, Jamaica Tourism Minister Bartlett said, “We had a chance to look at […]
eTurboNews: The event took place at the Tourism Department Headquarters in Mont Fleuri on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, where. Mr. Paul Lebon, Director General for Destination Planning and Development, and Mrs. Sinha Levkovic, Director for the Industry Planning and Development Unit, and members of her team were also in attendance. The department is ready to […]