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Chinese nationals make up about 44% of active pass holders for Malaysiaβs retirement residency visa scheme: Minister
SINGAPORE: There are over 56,000 active pass holders β comprising principals and dependents – under Malaysiaβs retirement residency visa scheme…
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Kyoto shuns tourists from its geisha district with ‘keep out’ signs
The Japanese city will stop visitors from passing through a number of streets in the picturesque geisha district. ADVERTISEMENT Japanβs…
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Tourists to be banned from private alleys in Kyoto’s geisha district
TOKYO: Visitors will be banned from entering private alleys in Kyoto’s famous geisha district, a local representative said on Thursday…
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Curfews and searches: How Miami Beach is cracking down on tourists
Some civil rights advocates have claimed that the proposed changes are racially motivated. ADVERTISEMENT Miami Beach in Florida is trying…
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Asia
On the Thai island of Phuket, sun, sea and Russians making waves
According to the Centre for Macroeconomic Analysis and Short-Term Forecasting, a Moscow-based think-tank, Russia saw a record nett outflow of…
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Singaporeβs tourism sector gets S$300 million boost to develop new offerings
The implementation of a mutual 30-day visa-free travel between China and Singapore brings βmore good newsβ, said Mr Tan.Β Under the…
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Thailand wants to woo Chinese tourists with cultural experiences
CHIANGMAI: Thailand is banking on its culture to woo the Chinese tourism dollar.Β This comes as a permanent visa waiver…
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Commentary: Has Hong Kong faltered in hosting mega events?
This is not the only event that has turned into a PR crisis for the Hong Kong government. The city…
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Travel
Oxford or Cambridge: Which city makes a better day trip from London?
Both cities are a one-hour train ride away from the UK capital. ADVERTISEMENT Oxford versus Cambridge: itβs an age-old rivalry…
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