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Thailand presses Israeli ambassador over badly behaved tourists

Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow has said Thai hospitality “doesn’t mean tourists can do whatever they want”.

Eiffel Tower to reopen after row over women staff removal during Hindu group’s visit

The landmark’s staff walked out over the removal of women colleagues during a visit by a Hindu religious group which later apologised.

Paris probes claim that women were hidden from Hindu delegation at Eiffel Tower

Eiffel Tower closed on Sept 7 as staff met over claims that female employees were asked to step out of sight during a Hindu group’s visit.

Tourist complaints in South Korea hit record high in just seven months

From January to July, 1,753 tourism complaints were filed nationwide, already surpassing the 1,744 logged for all of 2025.

Large fire spreads in central Japan shopping district near sacred Shinto shrine

Stranded boats, out-of-work fishermen as Danube hits record lows

The waters of the Danube, Europe’s second longest river, have dropped in parts to a record low due to successive heatwaves.

Universal Studios Japan to spend up to $2.4 billion on expansion: Nikkei

Universal Japan plans to use a 60,000 sq m site adjacent to the theme park to build new attractions.

1,000 people in Japan help tow 400-tonne Hirosaki Castle keep closer to original position

Hirosaki Castle in Aomori prefecture in Japan.

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Seasonal China tours, Europe river cruises among highlights at NATAS Travel Fair 2026

The 2026 fair will occupy 25 per cent more exhibition space than its 2025 edition, with close to 100 exhibitors.

From Lau Pa Sat to RWS: Spooky In Love stars Park Eun-bin, Yang Se-jong play tourists in Singapore

South Korean actors Park Eun-bin (left) and Yang Se-jong filmed scenes of their drama Spooky In Love in Singapore.

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