By Lucas Bergstrom
Stockholm-based travel writer reporting on destinations from Scandinavia to Southeast Asia and points in between.
China's inbound tourism rebounds, but duty-free shopping loses its pull
Summer heat in Europe drove a 275% surge in bookings to China, but tax-refund shopping growth lagged far behind. Travel pros say savvy touri
Asia-Pacific Q4 travel spend to hit $400B as booking windows shrink
Asia-Pacific travel spending is set to hit $400 billion in Q4 2026, with demand outpacing Western markets. Booking windows are collapsing, a
Finland's 2027 singles dinner date targets global travelers
Business Finland is hosting the Finnish Dinner Date in February 2027, inviting 16 singles from around the world to enjoy a tasting menu in H
India–New Zealand FTA opens new doors for travel trade
The India–New Zealand FTA, effective 20 October 2026, aims to boost bilateral tourism. Indian arrivals hit 83,000 by May 2026, up 2.5% YoY a
East Asian tourism boards pivot to IP licensing and regional hubs for pop culture boom
East Asian destinations are moving beyond informal tie-ins to structured IP licensing, digital immersion, and regional airport hubs. Japan t
Yas Bay Waterfront debuts 50-metre bungee jump in Abu Dhabi
Bungee at Yas Bay opens 1 November 2026 at Yas Bay Waterfront, offering a 50-metre jump with waterfront views. Operated by Warrior Group, it
Guizhou unveils sojourn tourism push at Macao conference
Guizhou promoted three signature sojourn belts at a Macao conference. Deals were signed with Air Macau and the Travel Industry Council of Ma
TAT expands ASEAN India+ shopping push for 2026
The Tourism Authority of Thailand has launched the third edition of its ASEAN India+ Shoppers campaign, running September to November 2026.
Tourism Malaysia targets GCC travellers with October events push
Tourism Malaysia is courting GCC travellers with a packed October calendar of sports and cultural events. New Gulf Air flights from Manama b
Coushatta Tribe expands Feather Fuel brand with I-10 travel plaza
The Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana has opened its second Feather Fuel Travel Plaza in Iowa, Louisiana, at I-10 and Highway 165. The 14,000-squ
One Times Square sells exclusive access to New Year's Eve Ball
One Times Square has introduced two ticketed experiences granting closer access to the New Year's Eve Ball. Options include a behind-the-sce
Museum of Illusions debuts in Sacramento with 70-plus exhibits
Museum of Illusions opens its first Northern California location in downtown Sacramento on Nov 6. The 10,000-square-foot venue features over