Nepal tourism reels as political unrest drives down Western arrivals
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Elevating the voices of women leaders in the travel industry. Join us in celebrating excellence, mentorship, and innovation across Asia. Nominate a trailblazer today for our 2026 ceremony in Bangkok and join a community dedicated to gender diversity and leadership.
TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards Thailand 2026
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Nepal tourism reels as political unrest drives down Western arrivals
If there is anything that can significantly derail even the strongest tourism initiatives in any country, it would be political unrest and armed conflict.
Global hubs fast-track halal travel infrastructure as cross-border demand surges
In February 2025, Al-Jazeera Online published an article stating how the halal tourism sector stands to be worth US$410.
UAE debuts commemorative passport stamp as Eid and Hajj travel demand surges
The United Arab Emirates is giving travellers a more personal welcome this summer with the launch of a special “Year of Family” passport stamp initiative, timed ahead of the busy Eid Al Adha and Hajj travel season.
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Celebrate the pinnacle of travel and hospitality. Nominate your brand for the region’s premier awards program honoring innovation, leadership, and excellence. Submissions close Jun 28, 2026. Join the industry's elite in Dubai this September.
Inspiring Women in Travel Asia Awards 2026
Elevating the voices of women leaders in the travel industry. Join us in celebrating excellence, mentorship, and innovation across Asia. Nominate a trailblazer today for our 2026 ceremony in Bangkok and join a community dedicated to gender diversity and leadership.
TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards Thailand 2026
Celebrating the pinnacle of achievement in Thailand’s travel trade. Join us at the gala ceremony in Bangkok on October 15, 2026. Recognition for top-tier hospitality, aviation, and tech innovators. Enter your nomination today!
TDM Global Summit Singapore – 2026
An exclusive invitation-only gathering of 200+ C-Suite travel and hospitality executives. Join us on Nov 25 at the Amari Bangkok for high-impact networking, strategic insights, and discussions on the future of travel tech and regional growth. Shape the industry’s tomorrow.
TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards Asia 2026
Honoring the trailblazers of the APAC travel industry. Join us in Singapore on Nov 24 to celebrate regional excellence in aviation, hospitality, and travel tech. Nominations close Sept 26, 2026. Showcase your brand’s impact on the global stage.
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Four Seasons redefines Jimbaran Bay luxury amid surging Bali crowds
The Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay offers guests a tranquil sanctuary nestled against a three-mile beach.
‘Guests remember how they felt, not what it looked like’: YAANA Ventures CEO on the future of hospitality
Operators push experiential travel to unlock demand in underdeveloped destinations.
‘AI changes the interface, not the platform’: Travel strategist urges brands to embrace digital shift
Hospitality operators must pivot to structured story driven content to remain visible in travel planning.
Indonesia’s luxury sector surges as high-spending travelers return to Bali
Indonesia's luxury hotel sector has officially returned to pre-pandemic occupancy levels, outpacing every other hotel class — which remains 5.5 percentage points behind.
‘Travel didn’t stop’: GBTA CEO explains why Asia is the new hub for global business trips
Travel Daily Media was given the opportunity to have a chat with association chief executive Suzanne Neufang at GBTA APAC 2026.
‘I will not sacrifice our core values’: Aqua Expeditions CEO on Ponant partnership
Small ships force luxury travel into low-volume growth with Aqua Expeditions CEO Francesco Galli Zugaro
‘Stronger than ever’: Regional chair hails growth at GBTA APAC opening
The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA)’s Asia-Pacific Conference formally opened today, 12th May, at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore.
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- IWTA: Female executives call for mentorship as women hold fewer than 20% of industry leadership posts
- Asia eyes tourism growth as mentorship programs bridge gender leadership gap
- Commercial aviation sees record female representation amid industry-wide 25by2025 push
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