Tourism Freeze Hits Japan After Takaichi’s Diplomatic Blunder
Six weeks into her term, PM Takaichi’s remarks spark a tourism freeze by the Chinese mainland, risking a ¥2.2T hit to Japan’s travel sector.
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Air Travel Crunch: 40% of December Flights from China to Japan Canceled
This December, Umetrip reports 40% of scheduled flights from the Chinese mainland to Japan canceled amid tensions sparked by PM Takaichi’s comments on the Taiwan region.
Cambodia Launches Visa-free Trial for Chinese Mainland Visitors in 2026
Cambodia will pilot a visa-free entry program for travelers from the Chinese mainland from June 15 to October 15, 2026, allowing 14-day stays, e-arrival cards and multiple entries.
China Travel Warning Sparks Sharp Decline in Japan Bookings
A political row over PM Takaichi’s China remarks has triggered over 540,000 canceled Japan bookings since Nov 15, leading agencies to scrap group tours through December.
U.S. Cuts Air Traffic 10% at 40 Airports as Shutdown Drags On
FAA cuts air traffic by 10% at 40 airports amid the record-length U.S. government shutdown, sparking more flight delays and cancellations.
China Resumes Group Tours to Canada via Agencies
China will resume group tour services for its citizens traveling to Canada through travel agencies, aiming to boost people-to-people exchanges and mutual understanding.
China Waives Visas for Swedish Travelers to Boost Ties
China will grant visa-free travel to Swedish nationals, marking a 75-year diplomatic milestone and boosting cooperation across trade, green tech, and culture.
Feel the Roar: 2025 Qiantang River Tidal Bore Peaks on Oct 9
Don’t miss the 2025 Qiantang River tidal bore on Oct 9! A thundering silver wave surges upstream, showcasing nature’s raw power.
U.S. Shutdown Hits Airports: 70K Aviation Workers Unpaid
The U.S. government shutdown is disrupting air travel as over 70,000 essential aviation workers must work without pay, causing delays and uncertainty at airports.
Hong Kong Expects 1.54M Chinese Mainland Visitors During National Day
Hong Kong expects 1.54M Chinese mainland visitors during National Day holiday, an 11% rise, as HKSAR ramps up support for a smooth celebration.
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