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Travelers in Japan asked to keep power banks within reach on flights
Kyodo News+
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July 8, 2025
TOKYO - The Japanese government on Tuesday began urging travelers to keep power banks within reach on airplanes following a series of incidents of mobile batteries catching fire on flights. Airline staff at airports across the country began asking...
Japan’s Tokara Islands Were Hit by 900 Earthquakes in 2 Weeks. Did a Manga Predict It?
VICE
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July 8, 2025
Over the past two weeks, more than 900 earthquakes have rocked a remote island chain in southern Japan that’s home to about 700 people. The quakes started in late June, centered offshore around the Tokara Islands, a chain of islands so remote that...
Queenstown, Air NZ shine in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards
The New Zealand Herald
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July 9, 2025
One reader praised Queenstown for being “active and outdoor-oriented”, while another said the resort town is “the most beautiful location I’ve ever laid my eyes on”. The magazine cited its access to hiking trails, adventure sports and Lake...
Specialist centre Royal Healthcare to open branch in Tokyo or Osaka, after Japanese firm Sojitz takes majority stake
The Business Times Singapore
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July 9, 2025
[SINGAPORE] Specialist chain Royal Healthcare aims to open its first overseas medical centre in Tokyo or Osaka by 2028, after being acquired by Japanese trading firm Sojitz Corporation. In May, Sojitz announced that it had taken a majority stake...
‘Japan stun Wales’ – Summer Tours: Recaps ahead of the Second Weekend of Test Matches
Ruck
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July 8, 2025
Whilst the British & Irish Lions tour of Australia has understandably taken poll position in terms of rugby’s media coverage, there are also an array of international Summer tours currently ongoing across the world. The representatives of the Six...
.@HoshinoResorts introduces solo traveller #wellness programmes at three of its luxury properties in #Japan #spa #nutrition
Leisure Opportunities
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July 9, 2025
The solo traveller programmes will take place at the urban onsen hotel Hoshinoya Tokyo; the remote retreat Hoshinoya Taketomi Island and another island location Hoshinoya Okinawa Activities include rooftop Kenjutsu sessions (a swordsmanship...
Japan’s Ultimate High-Altitude Adventures Ranked
Nippon
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July 8, 2025
A ranking of Japan’s best high-altitude locations, including bridges, observatories, and ropeways. A survey by the tourism website Jalan News (managed by Recruit) ranked Japan’s high-altitude activities as follows in the list below. 1: Bridge...
Deck the Halls: Walt Disney World Announces Details for the 2025 Holiday Season
Laughing Place
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July 8, 2025
We’re halfway through the year, and that means Christmas is right around the corner… At least, Disney seems to think so. Today, Walt Disney World shared all the details for this year’s holiday festivities, which will see the return of a number of...
Tourism Authority of Thailand strengthens partnerships with the aviation sector
Travel Daily Media
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July 8, 2025
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) hosted its Airline Focus Partnership Meeting on Monday, 7th July, to coordinate efforts with over 50 airlines and key tourism stakeholders ahead of the peak travel season in the fourth quarter of the year....
Tim Blackwell goes on romantic holiday to Japan with younger girlfriend after his ex-wife Monique throws divorce party
Daily Mail
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July 8, 2025
By MARY MRAD FOR DAILY MAIL AUSTRALIA Published: 19:27 EDT, 8 July 2025 | Updated: 20:10 EDT, 8 July 2025 Nova radio star Tim Blackwell is enjoying a romantic holiday in Japan with his young girlfriend, Lizzie Baxter, 28. The 43-year-old and...
Marriott: Asia-Pacific Luxury Travelers More Demanding Than Ever
Tornos News
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July 8, 2025
Asia-Pacific travelers are ushering in a new era of travel, defined by meaningful travel experiences, personalized services, and profound lifestyle changes. New research from Marriott International’s luxury hotel portfolio, Luxury Group, shows...
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent to visit Japan next week for Expo
Japan Times
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July 8, 2025
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is planning to visit Japan next week for the 2025 World Expo in Osaka, according to people familiar with the matter. The Expo is taking place in Osaka until mid-October, with the U.S. celebrating its National...
Travel + Leisure Readers' 5 Favorite Hotels in Istanbul of 2025
AOL
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Travel + Leisure readers once again showed their loyalty to trusted hotel brands—from Raffles to The Ritz-Carlton. In this year’s World’s Best Awards survey, the top five city hotels in Istanbul were all from luxury chains, a trend we saw in the...
10 best resorts in Arizona for 2025, according to Travel + Leisure
AZ Big Media - Arizona
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July 9, 2025
Travel + Leisure unveiled the results of its 2025 World’s Best Awards, honoring top destinations, hotels, airlines, cruise lines, and travel experiences as rated by its global audience. Now in its 30th year, the annual readers’ survey offers a...
'I visited tiny UK city overlooked by tourists but it's more beautiful than most'
The Mirror
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July 9, 2025
This enchanting city needs to be on your bucket list ( Image: Katielee Arrowsmith / SWNS) At the beginning of 2025, I ticked the 40th country off my bucket list. Like many other Brits, I was so enchanted by the sugar-like beaches of Thailand, the...
SEGA STORE TOKYO Opening on July 18th: SEGA’s first flagship in Japan brings limited goods and more
Stars and Stripes - Washington D.C
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(Photo: SEGA Corporation) Some big news has been confirmed for gaming fans: SEGA’s very first official flagship store in Japan, branded as SEGA STORE TOKYO, is set to open on July 18th 2025 at Shibuya PARCO. This launch follows the successful...
A new co-working space in Japantown
The New Fillmore - California
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July 8, 2025
At Koho, “We’re helping younger generations shape what it means to be Japanese American today.” STREET TALK | CYNTHIA TRAINA In a neighborhood shy of co-working spaces, Koho is a welcome arrival. This nonprofit space for creatives, open from...
Telling tourists to go home has a history
Canberra CityNews
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July 8, 2025
Anti-tourism protests are not new. They happened in ancient Rome, 19th-century England and after World War II, writes FREYA HIGGINS-DESBIOLLES. This hot European summer, anti-tourism protests have made headlines, from Barcelona to Venice, Mallorca...
Travel + Leisure Readers' 3 Favorite Hotels in Berlin of 2025
AOL
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Cutting-edge architecture, 24-hour nightlife, a legendary art scene, and world-class hotels: The German capital is holding its own as one of Europe’s most alluring travel destinations, with trendy new properties cropping up in and around the...
Road Less Traveled: Agent finds alternatives to major cities
The Entertainer Magazine - Arizona
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Travelers often gravitate toward popular destinations, and with good reason. Their renowned landmarks, rich cultural heritage and world-class attractions have earned them a spot on countless bucket lists. But sometimes, a lesser-known destination...