The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (Motac) issued 15 inspection notices in Kuala Lumpur as part of a crackdown on unlicensed tourism operators.

Koh Samui is experiencing a severe water shortage, impacting businesses due to a drought and the peak travel season, prompting tourism operators to call for increased investment in water infrastructure.

Tourism operators in Kenya are protesting a raft of new levies, arguing that rising costs and the new taxes threaten the country's peak tourism season as the State targets Sh1 trillion in earnings.

Industry stakeholders are calling on Nigerian tourism operators to adopt AI and digital innovation to capitalize on the projected N11.2 trillion market.

Tourism operators in Thailand are advocating for the reinstatement of the 30-day visa exemption for international visitors. They believe this measure will help boost the country's tourism sector.

Tourism operators in Pattaya and Chon Buri are experiencing sharply weakened demand and low occupancy rates, prompting calls for government subsidies to mitigate the impact of work-from-home policies and market competition.

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Tourism operators have criticised the government for lacking clear policies to address the debt burden and improve the competitiveness of small and medium-sized operators.

Ina Zhupa, head of Albania's Tourism Commission, met with tourism operators in Sarandë to discuss critical issues like a lack of drinking water and poor port infrastructure, calling for urgent investments after 13 years without serious improvements.

Thai tourism operators are expressing growing concern that declining energy confidence could negatively impact their high expectations for the upcoming Songkran holiday season.

Tour operators and hospitality providers in Iceland were recognised on 24 February at the CIE Tours Awards of Excellence, held at MAR Seafood Reykjavík. The ceremony was organised by CIE Tours and marked the second time the awards have taken place in Iceland. What’s the Story? Awards of Excellence presented by CIE Tours at MAR […] The post CIE Tours Honours Icelandic Tourism Operators appeared first on Iceland Review.

The Terengganu state government is planning an engagement session with tourism operators to discuss protecting Pulau Redang. They are considering implementing heavier penalties for boat operators who violate regulations to safeguard the island's environment.

Tourism operators and public authorities in Iceland have agreed to keep Sólheimajökull glacier accessible while prioritizing clearer safety information and stronger public warnings for visitors due to changing conditions.

Tourism operators in Thailand anticipate a stagnant or contracting domestic market this year unless the government implements an effective stimulus scheme to boost low-season travel, citing weakened household income.

Private sector tourism operators in three Andaman provinces of Thailand have petitioned the government to revise the visa policy for Indian tourists. They warn that Thailand could lose 8 billion baht if Indian wedding groups shift to other destinations.

Thai tourism operators are optimistic about healthy bookings, especially from European tourists, for the upcoming high season in the third quarter, despite a sluggish low season.

Despite ongoing inflation, domestic tourism operators are observing that holidaymakers are booking more spontaneously this summer but are also showing a greater willingness to spend money.

A new Tourism Bill in Fiji is set to introduce a more stringent registration process for tourism operators, aiming to enhance regulation and standards within the industry.

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama met with tourism operators in Vlora, urging them to focus on long-term vision and attracting repeat visitors rather than solely on short-term profits, amidst growing investment interest.

A group of approximately ten tourists reportedly shoplifted from the Freysnesi service station in Iceland, prompting the owner to issue a warning to other tourism operators about the group, which is believed to be traveling east.

As the conflict in the Middle East weighs on global travel prices and travellers’ pocketbooks, tourism operators in Thailand project arrivals from long-haul markets in 2026 will fall short of the 10.8 million seen last year.

Thailand Good Travel has recognized 41 model destinations and tourism operators for advancing toward international standards.

The ongoing US-Israel war on Iran is causing holidaymakers to stick closer to home, disrupting Europe's summer holiday travel patterns and forcing tourism operators to adapt.

Tourism operators are advocating for the development of a riverside complex in Bangkok, utilizing land previously designated for an entertainment complex, to attract foreign investors and promote high-value tourism in line with government pledges.

The eighth Peach Festival has commenced in Río Chiquito, El Salvador, a two-day event celebrating the peach harvest in the northern highlands, hosted by local producers and tourism operators.

A storm hit Aotearoa every eight days on average between March last year and the end of February.

Tourism operators in Thailand are protesting plans to introduce or increase taxes on travel services, arguing they are unjustified and inappropriate given the lack of clarity on revenue allocation.

Tourism operators on Koh Phangan have voiced support for the government's crackdown on illegal businesses run by foreigners, while also calling for improved tourism image and further stimulus measures amidst growing tourist concerns.

Southern Thailand tourism operators are urging the government for increased support and incentives to facilitate a green transition, following an international sustainable tourism conference held in Phuket.

Thailand's new government's plan to levy a 300-baht tourism tax on arrivals has received mixed reactions from tourism operators, who fear it could negatively impact travel sentiment already affected by the Middle East crisis.

Tourism operators in New Zealand are experiencing cancellations from UK and European visitors due to flight disruptions caused by the ongoing Middle East conflict.

Tourism operators in Nordland, Norway, are forced to take detours of up to 700 kilometers to avoid fines for crossing county borders, highlighting issues with a complex legal framework.

Phuket tourism operators oppose the government's policy allowing foreigners who buy real estate worth 3 million baht to qualify for a long‑stay visa, arguing the investment threshold is too low and could attract "non‑quality" visitors who may engage in illegal activities, as well as risking an increase in property prices, making housing less affordable for local residents.