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Japan Tourism Sets Yet Another Record As Visitor Spending Exceeds Last Year’s High

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Skift Take: The tourism sun is shining bright over Japan as visitor numbers and revenues reach an all-time high in 2024. The challenge: sustaining the growth through 2025. Peden Doma Bhutia Read the Complete Story On Skift

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India’s Hotels Post Revenue Surge – India Report

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Skift Take: In the July-September quarter, the occupancy remained consistent as last year, and the growth in revenue was driven by higher room rates: A positive sign indicating travelers' willingness to spend more on tourism. Bulbul Dhawan Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Is This the Comeback of Sri Lanka’s Tourism? A $1.5 Billion Revenue Suggests So

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Skift Take: Through a combination of targeted promotions, improved airline services, and strategic visa policies, Sri Lanka is inching closer to its goal of attracting 2.5 million tourists this year. Peden Doma Bhutia Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Rajasthan Focuses on Weddings, Conferences to Boost Tourism – India Report

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While the state is seeking to promote its various offerings, it does not want to lose out on the significant revenue from weddings and business meetings. Skift Take: Rajasthan, a premier wedding destination in India, has much to offer including wildlife, museums, temples, and lakes. Bulbul Dhawan Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Thailand-U.S. Direct Flights Could Return by Early 2025

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Skift Take: Thailand thrives on tourism, and direct flights to the U.S. They’d attract more long-staying American travelers, boosting tourism revenues and giving a solid lift to Thailand’s tourism-reliant economy. could be a game-changer. Peden Doma Bhutia Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Singapore Airlines’ Travel Experiences Arm Tackles Payments With New Partnership

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Skift Take: By 2024, Asia’s travel and tourism revenue is projected to hit a whopping $326 billion. To cash in on this boom, travel providers need to tackle Asia’s patchwork of payment options. Peden Doma Bhutia Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Oyo's Expansion Plan: From Goa to Religious Spots — India Report

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Skift Take: Oyo is ensuring it stays competitive in the growing spiritual tourism market, a sector that has caught the attention of major players like MakeMyTrip and proven to be a significant revenue driver for them. Bulbul Dhawan Read the Complete Story On Skift

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