Tourism

ASEAN Tourism and Transport Ministers Support Sustainable Travel

Initiatives include shifting to sustainable aviation fuel and more environment-friendly transportation modes, such as electric vehicles.

Tags: Tourism, Transportation, Energy, Environment, ASEAN

Philippines: Seminar on Digitizing Visitor Registration Data and Environmental Fees

Digitizing visitor registration data and tracking the collection of environmental user fees in real-time using smart technologies could help the Island Garden City of Samal better manage tourism.

Tags: Tourism, Philippines, Information and communications technology

In Luang Prabang, Creating a Future Where the Past Thrives

Using smart solutions, an ADB-backed project is helping future-proof the city to preserve its rich history and culture, while catering to the needs of residents and visitors.

Tags: Lao PDR, Urban development, Sustainable Development Goals, Tourism, Information and communications technology

Air Travel in Southeast Asia Is On the Rise But May Face Turbulence Ahead

An ADB study sees airlines recovering 90% of their capacity by the end of 2023, but the path to full recovery will be challenging.

Tags: ASEAN, Tourism, Transportation, COVID-19

Asian Development Outlook (ADO) September 2023

This report from ADB provides an economic forecast for developing countries in the Asia–Pacific for 2023 and 2024.

Tags: Economy, Tourism, Finance, Trade and industry

Indonesia and Malaysia Share Top Spot in Global Muslim Travel Index 2023

Muslim international arrivals hit 110 million in 2022 and are forecast to reach 140 million this year.

Tags: Tourism, Sustainable Development Goals, Environment

Embracing the Future of Tourism with Digital Technologies

Tourism officials from Southeast Asia learn about smart tourism technologies in the Republic of Korea.

Tags: Tourism, Technology, Information and communications technology, COVID-19, ASEAN

Reducing Tourism's Carbon Footprint Has Become More Urgent

While businesses now provide greener services and products to tourists demanding more sustainable options, much more is needed to bring down the industry's carbon footprint.

Tags: 2023 Videos, SEADS 2023, ASEAN, Tourism, Sustainable Development Goals, Climate change and disaster risk management

Landscape Study on Southeast Asia’s Aviation Industry: COVID-19 Impact and Post-Pandemic Strategy

This report reveals strategies to help Southeast Asian countries rebuild a greener, more resilient aviation industry.

Tags: Transportation, ASEAN, COVID-19, Health, Tourism

Reimagining a Greener Tourism as Travelers Demand Sustainability

New opportunities are emerging for net-zero tourism as travelers in Asia and the Pacific now demand sustainable options and are willing to spend more to shrink their carbon footprint as well as support local communities.

Tags: Tourism, ASEAN, Climate change and disaster risk management, SEADS 2023, Environment, Sustainable Development Goals

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