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‘Destination dupes’ to travel to this summer, with alternatives for Seoul and the Maldives

Overtourism has become a major talking point in recent years in the world of travel. Many European destinations, for example, that are traditionally popular for summer holidays are getting more crowded than ever. That’s why “destination dupes” are a big trend this year. These are more affordable, less-crowded equivalents to popular holiday hot spots, places where you can avoid the unpleasant impact of overtourism while still enjoying a similar vibe. Here are 10 destinations The National recommends jetting off to, all of which are easy to reach from the UAE. Swap Santorini for Paros Santorini, left, can be replaced with… READ MORE

Astindo Travel Fair 2024 at Delipark Mal Medan, Hunt for Domestic and International Holiday Promos

TRIBUN-MEDAN.com, MEDAN- The Indonesian Travel Agent Association (Astindo) is again holding a travel agent exhibition in Medan City, at the Astindo Travel Fair 2024 event, which will last for four days, 29 February – 3 March 2024, at Delipark Mal Medan. Ito Tenno Mulya as Chair of the 2024 Astindo Travel Fair Committee said that this event was taking place for the second time in Medan. Seeing the enthusiasm of the people of Medan City in the previous year, which reached 20 thousand visitors. “There are various travel agents present here, various promotions are also offered, both domestic and international… READ MORE

The Role of Music Education in Personal Development

About Education The nation spent three.6 % of its GDP on education in 2015, only marginally greater than in 2008 when it spent three.5 %. Given the growing quality problems within the personal sector, the MHRT in November 2018 introduced that it would revoke the permits of some 1,000 non-public HEIs and progressively shut and merge these establishments. Common quality problems include insufficient management structures, funding, services, and instructing supplies, in addition to lackluster research output. More than a third of Indonesian lecturers maintain only a bachelor?s diploma or less. The academic year in the college systems usually lasts from… READ MORE

We Don’t Need State-Owned Hotels

Jakarta, CNN Indonesia — Presidential candidate number two Prabowo Subianto mentions hotels owned by state-owned enterprises (BUMN) not required. He then asked for BUMN Minister Erick Thohir’s views regarding this matter. “We don’t need state-owned hotels. What do you think, Mr Erick? But I ask for your advice. I want to take a sensible approach. I want to get as much advice as possible from anywhere and I want the best input,” said Prabowo at Mandiri Investment Forum 2024 at the Fairmont Hotel, Jakarta, Tuesday (5/3). ADVERTISEMENT SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT The Defense Minister said the government must be… READ MORE

Brits are urged to check their travel insurance policy before heading for their holidays

new campaign sets out simple steps to avoid invalidating insurance cover invalid travel insurance could lead to significant costs travelers are encouraged to check Travel Advice for their destination As the big summer getaway ramps up with many schools breaking up, the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is urging Brits traveling abroad to make sure they don’t void their travel insurance and risk a big bill. A new campaign will guide British travelers on the steps they need to take to make sure their policies cover them on their summer holidays. Travelers without adequate and appropriate insurance cover could… READ MORE

Tragic! Travel Vlogger Couple Robbed in India, Wife Raped

Jakarta – This vlogger couple from Spain who were traveling around the world experienced a tragic fate. While stopping in India, they were robbed and the wife was raped. Reporting from Euronews, Monday (4/3/2024) the incident occurred on March 1-2 in Dumka District in the state of Jharkhand, India. The area is a popular tourist destination. The husband and wife traveled around the world by motorbike. This time, they planned to go to Nepal via Bhagalpur. ADVERTISEMENT SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT They stopped at Dumka. Based on information, the couple set up a tent in a remote place near… READ MORE

Hotspot Cover partners with Global Guardian

The partnership will enhance Hotspot Cover’s medical assistance and response capabilities, offering a range of services including: Medical evacuation Telemedical support Prescription assistance Emergency response and evacuation Kidnap and ransom negotiation Hospital referrals. Hotspot Cover is a specialist insurer that specialises in insurance for individuals and groups travelling to “high-risk, hostile and war zones”. It caters to individuals working in a range of occupations, including “business travellers, frontline journalists and non-government organisations (NGOs), [and] engineers and charity workers.” The company welcomed Global Guardian, stating that “this investment reinforces our dedication to providing them with the highest level of support and… READ MORE

New Info! KCIC Adds 4 Fast Whoosh Train Trips

Jakarta – PT KCIC has again added to the operational schedule for the Whoosh Fast Train. Throughout March 2024, 44 trips will be prepared, four of which are additional trips. Yes, the details of the trips are 40 regular trips and four additional trips. These extra trips are operated every Friday, Saturday, Sunday as well as national holidays and collective leave. This step was taken in line with the increasing number of passengers on the Whoosh Fast Train. This addition brings the Whoosh travel headway to an average of once every 40 minutes, so that people have flexibility in choosing… READ MORE