2 h. ago Japan dismisses viral manga, feng shui earthquake rumours as tourist bookings plunge

The Chinese embassy in Tokyo inadvertently added to the fears by warning citizens to take precautions against natural disasters.

Politics

4 h. ago Kashmir tensions: Pakistan minister warns of possible India strike in next 24

Since the attack that killed 26 men at a tourist site, the nuclear-armed nations have unleashed a raft of measures against each other.

Events

4 h. ago Pakistan minister warns India planning attack before Friday amid Kashmir tensions

Since the attack that killed 26 men at a tourist site, the nuclear-armed nations have unleashed a raft of measures against each other.

Events

13 h. ago Bali renews rabies warnings for tourists visiting monkey parks and wildlife attractions

Despite there being no cases of visitors contracting rabies from monkeys at the parks, officials still advise caution against getting close.

Events

16 h. ago Bolshoi Ballet’s China tour to visit Shenzhen and Beijing but not Hong Kong

Bolshoi Ballet’s China tour to visit Shenzhen and Beijing but not Hong Kong  South China Morning Post

Politics

16 h. ago China Spy Fears at Air Bases Lead to String of Tourist Detentions

China Spy Fears at Air Bases Lead to String of Tourist Detentions  Newsweek

Society

43 h. ago India, Pakistan trade fire for fourth night amid hunt for Kashmir militants

New Delhi says it retaliated against ‘unprovoked’ shelling as security forces detain hundreds following last week’s deadly attack on tourists.

Events

47 h. ago Beijing Aims to Attract Foreign Tourists via Enhanced Tax Refund Regime

Beijing Aims to Attract Foreign Tourists via Enhanced Tax Refund Regime  kaohoon international

Politics

48 h. ago Amid Hong Kong’s focus on tourist numbers, have we forgotten our workers?

Marches for workers’ rights may be a thing of the past but serious issues remain, from imported labour to sexual harassment and construction safety.

Politics

61 h. ago Record tourist numbers flock to Champions Day, but star filly’s death mutes celebrations

Officials hail Sha Tin spectacular a success, with crowd numbers up 37.5 per cent, but death of Liberty Island casts shadow over proceedings.

Events

62 h. ago Macau’s exposure to US trade war limited, but economy must diversify: leader

Chief Executive Sam Hou-fai also says city will collaborate with industries in Southeast Asian countries to develop tourism markets.

Politics

63 h. ago China Slashes Tourist Tax Refund Limits: Unlocking a New Golden Age of Global Travel to Beijing and Beyond

China Slashes Tourist Tax Refund Limits: Unlocking a New Golden Age of Global Travel to Beijing and Beyond  Travel And Tour World

Politics

63 h. ago China reduces tax refund limit for foreign visitors in bid to attract more tourist revenue

The new policy is part of wider efforts to boost spending inside the country as it seeks to counter the impact of the trade war with the US.

Politics

63 h. ago China eases tax refund rules for foreign visitors in bid to attract more tourist revenue

The new policy is part of wider efforts to boost spending inside the country as it seeks to counter the impact of the trade war with the US.

Politics

63 h. ago China reduces tax refund limit for foreign visitors in bid for more tourist cash

China reduces tax refund limit for foreign visitors in bid for more tourist cash  South China Morning Post

Economics

63 h. ago China eases tax refund rules for foreign visitors in bid to attract more tourist cash

China eases tax refund rules for foreign visitors in bid to attract more tourist cash  South China Morning Post

Economics

2 d. ago China Widens Tax Rebates for Foreign Tourists to Boost Spending

China Widens Tax Rebates for Foreign Tourists to Boost Spending  Bloomberg.com

Economics

2 d. ago China issues tax refund policies for foreign tourists to boost inbound consumption

China issues tax refund policies for foreign tourists to boost inbound consumption  Reuters

Events

3 d. ago Hong Kong’s new tobacco control measures won’t affect tourists: official

Deputy Secretary for Health Eddie Lee says authorities have already taken tourists’ needs into account when drafting new measures.

Politics

4 d. ago Hong Kong eyes turning Hung Hom waterfront into yacht bay for rich tourists

Development Bureau unveils preliminary development proposal for HK$10 billion to HK$20 billion project around Hong Kong Coliseum.

Politics