Taking the Train in Osaka: Similar to the Jabodetabek Commuter Line, but the Differences Will Amaze You
Taking the Train in Osaka: Similar to the Jabodetabek Commuter Line, but the Differences Will Amaze You Traveling by train, whether JR or subway/metro, in Osaka and other cities in Japan is always an interesting experience, especially for those accustomed to the rhythm of the Jabodetabek Commuter Line in Indonesia. Many people assume that taking […]
Japan, the United States, and Spain Achieve Top Scores in the 2025 World Tourism Development Index
As 2025 draws to a close, worldostats, a trusted website with a comprehensive database of statistics for every country in the world, released its Travel and Tourism Development Index for 2025. The Travel and Tourism Development Index is a global benchmark for evaluating the development and sustainability of a country’s tourism and travel sector. The […]
CGW Travel Explores Vietnam Tourism
Last November, HieutourVN invited dozens of tourism professionals from ASEAN countries, including Cahaya Global Wisata Travel, on a famtrip to explore Vietnam’s top tourist destinations. Held from November 19-26, 2025, the event encouraged participants to experience Vietnam’s natural and cultural heritage, particularly the Mekong Delta, a watershed rich in culinary diversity and unique culture, as […]
Palembang 2026 Media Gathering: 135 Tourism Events Ready to Be Held — Here Are 10 Highlights
Palembang City tourism for 2026. This Media Gathering event, organized by the Palembang City Tourism Office, invited online media, content creators, and influencers to learn more about this major program. The main focus of the event was to introduce “Charming Events of Palembang 2026,” a tourism calendar that aims to make Palembang a vibrant destination […]
Malaysia’s New Immigration Rules Make Overstays More Effective
Neighboring Malaysia is targeting an increase in visitors, particularly those for work or business purposes. Therefore, the country has introduced a major update to its immigration policy through the Overstay Management Program, designed to ease penalties for short overstay violations and simplify the process of legalizing foreign workers. This new rule allows Employment Pass (EP) […]
Bali Regulations Require Tour Drivers to Be Local
Surprising news has come from the Island of the Gods. Recently, the Bali Provincial Government has drafted new regulations for its tourism sector. These regulations are closely related to online taxi drivers on the island, which has been a long-standing problem. Previously, in March 2025, Bali Governor Wayan Koster reportedly announced plans to ban non-Balinese […]
Phinisi Boat Tourism at Losari Beach Becomes Makassar’s New Icon
Who doesn’t know the phinisi? This traditional ship, originating from South Sulawesi, is a legendary vessel used in the past by the Bugis people to navigate the Indonesian archipelago and to various parts of the world. Despite being a traditional vessel, the phinisi has a dashing and majestic appearance, characterized by its two main masts […]
America Plans to Deny Visas to Overweight People
A threat to those intending to travel to the United States. A new directive to US embassies and consulates instructs officials to consider denying visas to people with chronic health conditions, including those who are overweight. The guidance sent by the US State Department reportedly explains that “some medical conditions – including cardiovascular disease, respiratory […]
Beijing Reopens Garden Hidden for a Century
The famous tourist site, the Forbidden City in Beijing, China, has long been known to conceal mysteries hidden within some of its parts. One such garden is a garden that was hidden from the public for 100 years. Qianlong Garden, as the garden is known, is located within the Forbidden City and has long been […]
Japan Presents Godzilla Installation at Haneda Airport
For Godzilla fans, starting this December, passengers at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport will be sent off with a truly unique farewell. A giant Godzilla statue, measuring 40 meters wide and nine meters high, will dominate the departure lobby for a year, until December 2026. The statue depicts the cinematic icon Godzilla bursting through the airport wall, […]
