Over 40% of Western and Australian Tourists Try Beauty Services in Japan, Survey Finds Ferre KeiraMay 28, 202602.1K views A recent survey shows that more than 40% of travelers from Europe, North America, and Australia have used beauty-related services in Japan, with “cleanliness and hygiene” and “Japanese techniques” receiving… Read more
Challenging the Solar System’s “Impossible Mission”: BepiColombo Set to Enter Mercury Orbit in 2026 Julie HowardMay 14, 20260316 views Although Mercury is closest to the Sun, it remains one of the hardest worlds to reach. The BepiColombo mission, a project by the European Space Agency and the Japan Aerospace… Read more
2026 World’s Best Cities Ranking Released: London Named Best City for the 11th Consecutive Year Julie HowardMay 7, 20260363 views The latest Global Top 100 Best Cities report has been released, with London, United Kingdom, once again demonstrating remarkable strength by securing the top position for the 11th consecutive year.… Read more
Global Tourism Surges Back: France Remains World’s Top Destination Derrick SmithApril 2, 20260901 views In 2025, France maintained its position as the world’s most popular travel destination, welcoming 117 million international visitors. Its capital, Paris, continues to attract large numbers of tourists with iconic… Read more
Desserts Become Luxury Goods! Cocoa Price Surge Pushes Chocolate into High-Cost Era Derrick SmithMarch 26, 20260673 views According to Statista, cocoa prices stayed between $2 and $3/kg from 2016, rose to $7.33 in 2024, and are estimated to peak at $8 in 2025. Prices may drop slightly… Read more
Global Museums See Strong Rebound as Visitor Numbers Near Pre-Pandemic Levels Julie HowardFebruary 26, 20260699 views With the normalisation of global cross-border travel, museum attendance saw a significant resurgence in 2025. Iconic institutions, such as the Musée du Louvre, have regained the 9-million-visitor milestone, with cultural… Read more
Foreign Tourists Face Higher Fees as Attractions Revise Pricing Policies Julie HowardFebruary 26, 20260610 views Many popular tourist attractions around the world have implemented a “double pricing system,” with foreign tourists generally paying higher prices than domestic residents. The price difference at some attractions exceeds… Read more
JR East to Raise Yamanote Line Fares by Up to 22.9% from March Sheila NellyFebruary 2, 20260884 views JR East announced a comprehensive fare increase starting March 14th, with commuter tickets on the Yamanote Line increasing by up to 22.9%, significantly increasing the monthly burden on commuters. Kanto… Read more
VINCI Wins Contract to Renovate a Waste Treatment Plant Near Paris Business PRJanuary 14, 20260298 views Rebuilding the Romainville-Bobigny facility Building a river freight port to reduce the plant’s carbon emissions A contract exceeding €200 million for VINCI Construction PARIS, FRANCE (MERXWIRE) – Syctom has entrusted a… Read more
YuLife Appoints Technology and Insurance Leader Tal Gilbert as CEO Business PRJanuary 14, 20260366 views Set to Lead YuLife’s Next Phase of Growth as the Company Strengthens Its Data-Led Approach LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM (MERXWIRE) – YuLife, an AI-forward insurtech for employee benefits, today announced the… Read more