Category: Travel Destination

Aussies Flock to Indonesia, Toppling New Zealand as Top Travel Destination for the First Time | eTN

Whether this marks a permanent change or a temporary trend remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: Indonesia has emerged as a major player in the Australian travel scene. In a historic shift, Indonesia has dethroned New Zealand as the most popular overseas destination for short-term trips by Australians in 2023, according to data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Around 1.37 million Australians ventured to Indonesia last year, marking a significant increase compared to the 1.26 million who opted for New Zealand. This shift represents the first time in nearly 50 years that New Zealand… READ MORE

The country where your pound will stretch furthest

Turkey is the most cost-effective country for British holidaymakers, according to a new report. Analysis of currency sales by Post Office Travel Money found that sterling has strengthened in value most against the Turkish lira, whose long-term collapse continued during 2023. This means that holidaymakers will now get around 73 per cent more lira for their pound than a year ago, the equivalent of almost £211 extra when exchanging £500 for Turkish currency. According to Numbeo’s Cost of Living database, a meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Istanbul costs £7.60pp, while a three-course meal for two at a mid-range restaurant… READ MORE

India Today Tourism Awards recognise country’s most-loved travel destinations

Destinations—some popular, some gaining popularity fast—across India made the latest list of winners of the India Today Tourism Survey and Awards 2023, featuring known hotspots as well as ‘hidden gems’ in eight states. Gujarat won four awards in different categories while Karnataka, Maharashtra and Bihar won in three categories each. Other tourist attractions that bagged honours were in Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Goa, Madhya Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. Union minister of state (independent charge) for earth sciences Kiren Rijiju gave away the awards for the best tourism destinations while lieutenant governor of Delhi V.K. Saxena conferred the awards for best emerging… READ MORE

6 Best Festivals in Malaysia for Your Holiday Bucket List

As the closest neighboring country to Indonesia, Malaysia is a favorite overseas destination for Indonesian citizens. Apart from being close, accommodation and food prices in Malaysia are relatively cheap, almost the same as in Indonesia. Not only that, Malaysia also has several interesting festivals that you can take part in. For those of you who are planning to travel to Malaysia, you can take part in some of the most popular festivals in Malaysia below bucket list your holiday. 1. Thaipusam Thaipusam (unsplash.com/Reena Yadav) The first festival is Thaipusam. Thaipusam is one of the most spectacular Hindu festivals in Malaysia.… READ MORE

Lincolnshire deemed ‘trending UK hotspot’ by travel company

Watch more of our videos on Shots! and live on Freeview channel 276 Visit Shots! now Lincolnshire has been listed as one of the fastest growing UK holiday destinations, according to travel giants Expedia. They say, based on searches for hotel stays in 2023, Lincolnshire has seen a 70 per cent increase in people looking to visit the county. Other trending UK hotspots were Brighton (+75%), Swansea (+75%), and Durham (+60%), and the company says Brits are continuing to explore new destinations at home – a trend that has continued post-pandemic. People are no longer simply attracted to Lincoln and… READ MORE

5 Reasons Why Thailand Is a Favorite Destination for Tourists

In recent years, Thailand’s tourism activity has increased. Tourists from various countries make Thailand a favorite country for holidays, even for tourists solo traveler. Quoting the official website of the Thai Government, more than 28 million foreign tourists will visit Thailand in 2023. The majority come from Asia, such as Malaysia, China, South Korea, India and Russia. What do you think makes Thailand a favorite destination for tourists? Here are some reasons. 1. Pocket-friendly cost of living illustration of the Thai Baht currency (vecteezy.com/kchingching) Currency exchange rates and pocket-friendly costs of living are one of the main reasons tourists visit… READ MORE

World’s most controversial tourist destinations

When we think of travel, we often have images of serene beaches, breathtaking landscapes, good food and cultural wonders. However, there exists a subset of destinations that garner attention not for their beauty alone but for their controversial nature. These places, despite their contentious reputations, continue to draw curious travellers from all over the world. Countries with fastest visa processing time FacebookTwitterPintrest From political hotbeds to sites of tragedy, here are some of the world’s most controversial tourist destinations. Chernobyl Exclusion Zone and Pripyat, Ukraine: The Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant disaster of 1986 left a lasting mark on the world’s… READ MORE

Jadwal Kapal Rute Lombok – Situbondo pada Sabtu 2 Maret 2024

Lombok Barat, IDN Times – Penyeberangan lintas Pelabuhan Lembar, Kabupaten Lombok Barat, NTB menuju Pelabuhan Ketapang, Kabupaten Banyuwangi, dialihkan ke Pelabuhan Jangkar, Kabupaten Situbondo, Jawa Timur sejak 15 Desember 2023. Pelabuhan Jangkar berada di Kecamatan Jangkar, Kabupaten Situbondo, Provinsi Jawa Timur. Pelabuhan Penyeberangan Jangkar merupakan pelabuhan milik Pemerintah Kabupaten Situbondo yang bekerja sama dengan PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry (Persero) dalam pengelolaan penjualan tiketnya. 1. Jadwal kapal rute Lembar – Jangkar Kapal penyeberangan antre sandar di Pelabuhan Lembar Lombok Barat. (IDN Times/Muhammad Nasir) Panjang lintasan Lembar – Jangkar adalah 152 mill laut dengan waktu tempuh (sailling time) kurang lebih 19 jam.… READ MORE