Meliá Pattaya Hotel Opens in Tribute to History and Culture

Meliá Pattaya Hotel, a 234-room hotel celebrating Pattaya's diverse culture, opened on February 14. Located on Second Road in Pattaya, the hotel is a short drive from Bangkok and offers stunning views of the Gulf of Thailand.

Analysis. Inbound tourism numbers to China in 2025

Based on the most recent available data and reports, China is not currently experiencing a drop in inbound tourism numbers as of March 6, 2025. Instead, the country has seen a significant increase in inbound tourism in recent years, particularly in 2024, following the relaxation of COVID-19 restrictions and the implementation of visa facilitation policies. However, these numbers still have not fully recovered to pre-pandemic levels (i.e., 2019), which might be interpreted as a "drop" relative to that benchmark, depending on the context of the question.

IMAGE: Western tourists on the Great Wall (7 Wayfinders)

Major travel agents linked to cruel animal practices.

Travel companies are facing scrutiny for their links to wildlife cruelty after a recent report by World Animal Protection identified Webjet as one of the worst offenders in this issue. 

The Top 10 International destinations for Australian travellers in 2024

Australian Travellers' tastes and preferences are often guided by world events and exchange rates. However, some destinations remain 'evergreen' as they continue to attract visitors despite geopolitical factors. Here is a list compiled from internet sources.

New cultural attraction: The Abbey Museum Art Gallery and Cafe in Brisbane's North

Southeast Queensland has a new cultural attraction with the opening of the Abbey Museum Art Gallery and Cafe in the Moreton Bay region. Officially launched by Minister for the Environment and Tourism and Minister for Science and Innovation, the Honourable Andrew Powell MP, the gallery is expected to attract visitors to explore its internationally significant art collections and contribute to local tourism.

South Australia's newest tourism build – Monarto Safari Resort

Joining Journey Beyond's portfolio of luxury accommodation and lodges in Australia

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Journey Beyond, Australia's leading experiential tourism group, is excited to announce that Monarto Safari Resort will join the Journey Beyond portfolio of luxury accommodations and lodges in Australia.

Vietjet Launches New China Routes plus 50% Off Flights to Vietnam

To kick off 2025, Vietjet is giving Australian travellers an exciting chance to explore the beauty of Vietnam for their summer holiday travels with its weekly Friday promotion, offering 50% off flights between Vietnam and Australia.

Moreton Bay region's new boutique accommodation at Yajambee Farms

Yajambee Farms, producers of sustainable grass-fed beef, have opened a new self-contained farm stay on their 42 hectare property in the Hinterland of the Moreton Bay region, just an hour's drive from Brisbane or the Sunshine Coast.

Byron Bay's New Era of Luxury with ESTE Wategos

A new luxury accommodation is set to redefine staying in Byron Bay with the upcoming launch of ESTE Wategos. This architecturally designed property, created by Shaun Lockyer Architects, is the result of a 20-year friendship between Dr. George Bilios and entrepreneur Chris Bissiotis.

Viking’s 2025 Explorer Sale includes free flights

Viking’s 2025 Explorer Sale is now on, providing extraordinary value yet again with free air offers on select river, ocean and expedition voyages across the 2025-2027 sailing seasons. Plus, guests will receive an additional $500 in shipboard credit on ocean and expedition journeys.