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Indonesia considers increasing visa-on-arrival fee in Bali

Indonesia considers increasing visa-on-arrival fee in Bali

The Indonesian government is discussing the increase of the visa-on-arrival fee in Bali as it seeks to improve the quality of tourism. Indonesia’s Minster for Tourism and Creative Economies Sandiaga Uno confirmed that discussion about increasing the fee were ongoing. “Any changes to the rate would be on par with …

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Vietnam’s increasing appeal to Korean tourists

Korean tourists are becoming increasingly drawn to Vietnam because they can find a sense of familiarity and comfort in the country. More Korean tourists are choosing Vietnam over Thailand, their favorite destination prior to the pandemic, said Agoda CEO Omri Morgenshtern. In the first five months of this year, South …

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Vietnam sees 5-fold rise in foreign air passengers

Vietnam sees 5-fold rise in foreign air passengers

The number of foreigners passing through Vietnam’s 22 airports quintupled in the first half of the year to 14.4 million amid signs of recovery by the aviation industry. The lifting of Covid travel restrictions in major markets such as South Korea, Taiwan and Japan is helping foster a recovery in …

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Tourist arrested for stealing $60,000 Louis Vuitton bag

Tourist arrested for stealing $60,000 Louis Vuitton bag

Police in Thailand have detained a Chinese man for stealing a Louis Vuitton bag worth VND2.1 million baht ($60,000) from a woman at Don Mueang International Airport in Bangkok. His arrest was made late last week after the Chinese woman filed a complaint at Don Mueng Police Station. She said …

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Foreigners pleased as Vietnam extends e-visa validity to 90 days

Foreigners pleased as Vietnam extends e-visa validity to 90 days

Many foreigners are happy and preparing plans to return to Vietnam after Vietnamese legislators finally agreed to extend the validity of tourist e-visas to 90 days and allow multiple entries. “[The extension] is indeed very good news,” said American Michael Burger. He said allowing visitors to make multiple entries was …

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