Japan is struggling to cope with the influx in foreign tourists

THE BOOM IN TOURISM CAUSES CONCERN IN JAPAN 'With the population shrinking and the government leery of allowing more immigrants into the country, foreign tourism has become an effective economic stimulus. In fact, its success has exceeded anyone’s wildest dreams. More than 28 million tourist from abroad visited Japan in 2017, and it seems for sure that the stated goal of reaching 40 million tourists

Japan is struggling to cope with the influx in foreign tourists2026-01-27T07:08:25+00:00

Which Charity Shall We Support?

HELP SAVE OUR PLANET! We at Select Representation feel very strongly about protecting our planet and, particular, animal welfare so we have decided that we will support one of the following 3 wonderful charity organisations. Which one shall we choose?   International Animal Rescue What they do: ‘At International Animal Rescue we do exactly what our name says – we save animals from suffering

Which Charity Shall We Support?2026-01-27T07:08:25+00:00

Is Singapore The Smallest Country In Asia By Area?

THE ANSWER IS .....NO The continent of Asia covers an extensive area of the world, occupying almost 30% of the landscape of earth's surface. Interestingly, it is the most populated continent and is home to around 60% of the total world’s population (4,470,000,000 estimated). Close to 50 nations make up what is regarded as Asia, as listed alphabetically below. A Afghanistan Armenia Azerbaijan

Is Singapore The Smallest Country In Asia By Area?2026-01-27T07:08:10+00:00

Staying in Phuket? Kata, Karon or Patong?

AND THE WINNER IS.....KARON BEACH Karon has one of the best and longest beaches in Phuket (Thailand). Located in the south west of the island, between bustling Patong to the north and popular Kata to the south. The central zone of Karon offers a reasonable choice of dining, shopping and bars. Many visitors like the fact that the nightlife is fairly sedate and family orientated.

Staying in Phuket? Kata, Karon or Patong?2026-01-27T07:08:10+00:00

Tour Operators Seek Higher Margins Instead Of Volume

IT'S ALL ABOUT BIGGER MARGINS In the recent years, there has been dramatic swing towards tour operators in the UK and Ireland targeting higher spending customers. The reason for this move, is because they are struggling to compete with the pricing and availability of online agents (OTAs) like Agoda, Expedia and Booking.com.  The powerful OTA’s generally sell large volumes with ridiculously low mark

Tour Operators Seek Higher Margins Instead Of Volume2026-01-27T07:08:10+00:00
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