“Two new island getaways just landed,” Philippine Airlines said as it launched its inaugural flights to Saipan and Koror, Palau on March 29.
The flights, PAL said, will offer Philippines travelers “crystal-clear waters, dive spots, and that long-overdue beach escape.” Flights to the two destinations will allow travelers to reach the Pacific destinations with more ease and flexibility.
PAL will fly twice weekly to both destinations.
In related but not so positive news, Jin Air will suspend a total of 45 round-trip flights on eight routes from April 4 to April 30. The affected routes include the Incheon-Guam route, according to the Korean Times, which first reported the news, and are attributed to weakening passenger demand due to rising ticket prices. Starting this month, Air Busan will also suspend operations for routes from Busan Guam and on other routes, the Korean Times said.
United Airline’s mobile app will include estimated Transportation Security Administration security wait times using data collected by the airline, it said in an April 1 release. As part of a new pilot program, the feature provides regular wait time updates throughout the day, the airline said.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection has collected wait times information since 2003. That data can be found at https://awt.cbp.gov/.
The Japan Tourism Agency plans to set up an expert panel to draft guidelines for a dual pricing system charging higher fees at tourist facilities for foreign visitors, with guidelines possibly finalized as early as April. The Japan Times first reported this news. Various attractions in Japan have already introduced a two-tier system, with some restaurants following suit.
The Seoul Metropolitan Government plans to turn key tourist hot spots into “data-free zones” by expanding high-speed public Wi-Fi, aiming to improve convenience for foreign visitors and strengthen the city’s global tourism appeal. According to the Korea Herald, the city will install a network of wi-fi routers in popular destinations.
Thailand will launch a $9 tourist entry fee and has introduced the Destination Thailand Visa “to attract high-quality visitors, digital nomads, and participants in cultural activities,” according to its government.
In a move likely to be popular with businesses, residents and tourists, the Australian government has halved its fuel tax for three months. The states of Victoria and Tasmania are offering free public transport. mbj
The flights, PAL said, will offer Philippines travelers “crystal-clear waters, dive spots, and that long-overdue beach escape.” Flights to the two destinations will allow travelers to reach the Pacific destinations with more ease and flexibility.
PAL will fly twice weekly to both destinations.
In related but not so positive news, Jin Air will suspend a total of 45 round-trip flights on eight routes from April 4 to April 30. The affected routes include the Incheon-Guam route, according to the Korean Times, which first reported the news, and are attributed to weakening passenger demand due to rising ticket prices. Starting this month, Air Busan will also suspend operations for routes from Busan Guam and on other routes, the Korean Times said.
United Airline’s mobile app will include estimated Transportation Security Administration security wait times using data collected by the airline, it said in an April 1 release. As part of a new pilot program, the feature provides regular wait time updates throughout the day, the airline said.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection has collected wait times information since 2003. That data can be found at https://awt.cbp.gov/.
The Japan Tourism Agency plans to set up an expert panel to draft guidelines for a dual pricing system charging higher fees at tourist facilities for foreign visitors, with guidelines possibly finalized as early as April. The Japan Times first reported this news. Various attractions in Japan have already introduced a two-tier system, with some restaurants following suit.
The Seoul Metropolitan Government plans to turn key tourist hot spots into “data-free zones” by expanding high-speed public Wi-Fi, aiming to improve convenience for foreign visitors and strengthen the city’s global tourism appeal. According to the Korea Herald, the city will install a network of wi-fi routers in popular destinations.
Thailand will launch a $9 tourist entry fee and has introduced the Destination Thailand Visa “to attract high-quality visitors, digital nomads, and participants in cultural activities,” according to its government.
In a move likely to be popular with businesses, residents and tourists, the Australian government has halved its fuel tax for three months. The states of Victoria and Tasmania are offering free public transport. mbj
