African Countries Urged to Facilitate Visas for Each Other’s Nationals to Boost Tourism
The governments of African countries have been urged to ease visa application procedures in an effort to improve tourism and, thus, the economy of the continent. In a report, the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) has advised governments to…
Vietnam Has Introduced New Visa Policy for Travelers – This Is What You Need to Know
As of August 15, 2023, Vietnam has implemented a new visa policy for foreign tourists, featuring significant adjustments such as the introduction of 90-day e-visas and an extension of the temporary stay period for individuals entering the country under the exemption one-way…
Saudi Arabia’s ‘Visiting Investor’ Visa Now Open to Investors From All Nations
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in Saudi Arabia introduced the second phase of its “Visiting Investor” scheme. The scheme of the business visit visa, which currently covers 60 nations, will now include all countries around the world. The e-visa…
Visa Cancelation of 264 Nigerian Travelers in Saudi Arabia Sparks Diplomatic Concerns
In a unanimous decision on Tuesday, the House of Representatives of Nigeria expressed strong condemnation over the cancelation of visas for 264 Nigerian travelers upon their arrival in Saudi Arabia. The incident, which has been labeled as an embarrassment to…
Thailand Introduces 30-Day Visa-Free Program for Indian Travelers
Thailand has introduced a visa waiver for Indian tourists, granting a 30-day visa-free stay for leisure purposes to individuals holding Indian passports or travel documents. The new measure entered into force on November 10, 2023, and will be effective until…
7 Million Tourists Visited Egypt in First Half of 2023
Egypt has experienced a remarkable influx of seven million tourists in the first half of this year. The achievement has been revealed by the country’s Tourism and Antiquities Minister, Ahmed Issa during a meeting with the permanent committee for licensing…
Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour Economic Impact Exceeded $10 Billion, US Travel Association Says
The US Travel Association has said that Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, which was just recently completed, has had a total economic impact likely exceeding $10 billion. According to the Association, even though many attendees were local, every concert drew a…
UAE Rejected 10% of US Visa Applicants in 2022 Due to Incorrect Information & Issues With Bank Statements
The UAE visa denial rate for US citizens was about ten percent less than most developed countries; however, the two main reasons for rejected applicants have been cited as the mistakes made while submitting applications and issues related to the bank statements….
Beyonce’s Renaissance Tour ‘Heats Up’ Hotel Bookings Across The World
Hotels near venues across the world have experienced a boost in bookings in the days when the Renaissance tour was being held, the ninth world tour hosted by the pop star Beyoncé. According to a market impact analysis of Beyoncé…
Canada Will Need 30,000 Immigrant Farmers Over Next 10 Years, Report Shows
A report from RBC has concluded that Canada will need around 30,000 immigrant farmers over the next ten years to start their own farms in the country or to take over existing farm operations. According to RBC, in ten years’…
