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Travel Daily Podcast — January 23, 2026
Today’s podcast episode was created from the following stories:
Tourists react to Dublin as a top solo travel destination: ‘It felt instantly welcoming’
Source: The Irish Times
Author: Niamh Browne | Date: January 22, 2026
Travelers praise Dublin’s safety, walkability, and friendly vibe as it tops Tripadvisor’s list for solo travel in 2026. While prices can run higher than other European cities, visitors say smart budgeting and hostel stays keep trips affordable. Highlights include Trinity College, Temple Bar’s live music, and easy city navigation on foot.
5 countries Indian passport holders can visit with a Japan visa
Source: Times of India
Author: TOI Lifestyle Desk | Date: January 23, 2026
A valid Japan visa can unlock easier travel for Indian passport holders to Georgia (visa-free), Taiwan (online authorization), the Philippines (visa-free short stays), Singapore (96-hour transit), and Mexico (visa-exempt with a multiple-entry Japan visa). It’s a strategic way to build multi-country itineraries with fewer applications and more flexibility. Always check current entry rules, onward ticket requirements, and passport validity before booking.
Free-wheeling Amsterdam cracks down on electric ‘fatbikes’
Source: Reuters via Internazionale
Author: Toby Sterling | Date: January 22, 2026
Amsterdam plans to ban high-speed electric fatbikes in the Vondelpark amid rising crashes and injuries, with many bikes reaching far above the 25 kph limit. Hospitals report fatbike injuries are 70% more likely to need extra treatment, and many incidents involve riders aged 12–15. Supporters cite safety, while critics want enforcement focused on illegal or modified models; a start date for the ban is pending.
Los reyes inauguran un Fitur 2026 marcado por la tragedia ferroviaria en Adamuz
Source: Europa Press Turismo
Author: Europa Press Turismo | Date: January 22, 2026
Spain’s King Felipe and Queen Letizia opened FITUR 2026 against a somber backdrop after the Adamuz rail tragedy, while Mexico stepped into the spotlight as partner country. Mexico aims to rank fifth worldwide in tourism by the end of 2026, bringing all 32 states to the fair to boost visibility and investment. The event underscores the sector’s resilience and global collaboration in a pivotal year for travel.
Australia, 2026, and hospitality: What’s actually changing?
Source: Revinate – Hotel Moment Podcast
Author: Karen Stephens (host), featuring Dylan Cole and Nick Ellis | Date: Not provided
Industry leaders outline how Australian hotels are prioritizing real-time data, lean tech stacks, and practical personalization to lift direct bookings and on-property spend. With high operating costs and strong domestic demand, the focus is on unified guest profiles, journey orchestration, and trust-centered privacy. The takeaway: fewer tools, better connections, and timing that turns data into action during the stay—not after checkout.
Trump schrikt Nederlandse toeristen nog meer af dan voorheen
Source: NOS
Author: Not specified | Date: January 21, 2026
Dutch tour operators report roughly a 20% drop in long U.S. itineraries since Trump’s inauguration, citing traveler concerns about immigration enforcement and border experiences. City breaks to places like New York remain more resilient thanks to low airfares, while Canada and Asia are gaining share as alternatives. Agencies are diversifying offerings to hedge demand shifts.
