Thailand has simplified the procedure for VAT refund at customs

According to the new rules, a tourist who wants to return part of the funds under the VAT Refund program will not need to unpack and show the goods to employees if their cost does not exceed $ 580. The equivalent in the national currency is 20,000 baht. The previous limit was set at $145. […]

In Istanbul, a ticket system was introduced at the Hagia Sophia Mosque

The Turkish authorities refer to the country’s Ministry of Culture, which decided to divide visitors into tourists and Muslim parishioners. The government said that restoration work is planned at the mosque, and different entrances will reduce queues. The Minister noted that religious residents of the country do not need to pay for admission.    

Restrictions on visiting Mount Fuji will affect tourists in July

A popular tourist route that allows you to climb the mountain is the Yoshida Trail. However, soon it will not be as easy to get on it as before. Firstly, access to the trail will be paid. To do this, you will need to buy a ticket, the price of which is still unknown, it

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