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Indian High Commission warns against visa scam fraudsters

Published: Thursday, August 06, 2026

The High Commission of India in Dhaka has issued a public advisory warning citizens about fraudsters impersonating its officials and offering fake vis...

Govt eyes regional tourism hub with better infrastructure: Millat

Published: Sunday, August 02, 2026

State Minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism M. Rashiduzzaman Millat today said the government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, is working to position Bangladesh as a competiti...

Tourist plane crashes in Peru, killing 13

Published: Sunday, August 02, 2026

A small plane carrying tourists has crashed in Peru, killing all 13 people on board, according to local news reports and Peruvian officials.The aircraft, a Cessna Caravan C-208, had been flying over N...

US makes visa bond rule permanent, raises cap to $20,000; Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan affected

Published: Saturday, August 01, 2026

The US State Department is making a visa bond pilot programme permanent. The rule affects citizens of 50 countries, most of them in Africa, but also includes Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan. The maximum...

Türkiye’s tourism income totals $25.75B in 1st half of 2026

Published: Saturday, August 01, 2026

Türkiye’s tourism income edged down 0.1% year on year to $25.75 billion in the first half of 2026, according to official data released on Friday.The number of visitors declined 2.7% from a year earlie...

Govt seeks Saudi levy cut to lower Hajj travel costs: Millat

Published: Thursday, July 30, 2026

State Minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism M Rashiduzzaman Millat today said that the government has requested the Saudi authorities to reduce the Saudi airport construction levy imposed on airline...

‘Hlun Solo’: Remembering the 26-year-old globe-trotter who inspired millions

Published: Thursday, July 30, 2026

A warm smile and a journey spanning more than 50 countries encapsulated the life of Bowornthat Pengsuk, widely known as "Hlun Solo," whose story of resilience, determination, and unwavering perseveran...

Syria says tourist arrivals doubled in H1 2026, but hotel capacity lags

Published: Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Syria's Ministry of Tourism says the country is seeing a surge in visitor numbers that is outpacing its hotel capacity, a gap officials are presenting as an investment opportunity for Gulf developers....

China announces visa arrangements for Bangladeshi canton participants

Published: Tuesday, July 28, 2026

The Chinese Embassy in Dhaka today announced visa arrangements for Bangladeshi participants in the 140th Canton Fair, warning applicants against fraudulent agencies, "guaranteed visa" offers and claim...

Cambodia's tourism slump leaves Angkor Wat eerily quiet

Published: Tuesday, July 28, 2026

International tourist arrivals to Cambodia fell nearly 48 percent in the first five months of the year, leaving landmarks such as Angkor Wat noticeably emptier, according to a report by the South Chin...