Hot hotel openings: The Standard arrives in the Maldives and more
In this week’s edition of hot hotel openings, a new ‘standard’ arrives in the Maldives, a 17th-century church transforms into a lifestyle hotel, Taco Bell hotel opens and more.
Bangkok Airways raises the standards of pilot training with IATA
Last week Bangkok Airways announced a new training collaboration between its subsidiary organisation Bangkok Air Aviation Training Center and International Air Transport Association (IATA).
The Standard to open 20 hotels in Asia, ME by 2023
Hospitality firm Standard International plans to open 20 hotels within five years as part of its aggressive expansion plans in Asia and the Middle East.
Trip.com Group collaborates with British Airways and Iberia on NDC standard
Chinese provider of travel services, Trip.com Group, has strengthened its partnership with British Airways and Iberia by connecting to the New Distribution Capability (NDC).The NDC…
ACI calls for ICAO standards for supersonic aircraft
The Airports Council International (ACI) World called for appropriate standards and practices for supersonic aircraft to properly address their potential impact on the environment,…
Sansiri raises stake in Standard International to drive expansion in Thailand
Sansiri, Thailand’s leading real estate developer, announced its investment to increase its shareholding in Standard International Holdings (SIH), the parent company of The Standard, an…
“Those who believe that their standard home or landlord policies will cover them are sadly mistaken”
Home share hosts can look forward to enhanced protection on their short term rentals with the announcement that Airbnb insurance broker, Pikl Insurance, has hooked up with online broker…
Standard International eyes global expansion with USD 58m
Standard International has unveiled its development pipeline of 15 domestic and international properties across the globe.
Airbnb pairs with Thai government to boost hospitality standards
Airbnb has announced its first official partnership with the Thai government to train local provincial officials on hospitality, hosting, and compliance standards.
Hotels & Resorts Should Get Ready For A New Standard Of Luxury
World Class Certification Services is setting the global standard for luxury travelDistinguishing one luxury hotel from the next can be challenging, especially when there is no worldwide…
Salam Standard turns the spotlight on halal tourism potential
Muslim-friendly hotel classification specialist, Salam Standard, has partnered with the Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority (TCA Abu Dhabi) to educate the emirate’s hotels, attractions…
Salam Standard launches hotel classification system for Muslim-friendly properties
Salam Standard has launched a unique Premium Hotel Classification scheme for Muslim-friendly accommodation. This industry-leading initiative aims to improve quality standards and…
ICAO Council adopts new CO2 emissions standard for aircraft
The 36-State ICAO Council has adopted a new aircraft CO2 emissions standard which will reduce the impact of aviation greenhouse gas emissions on the global climate.
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UNWTO creates new standards for accessible tourism
The United Nations has started the process of drawing up a new set of global standards for accessible tourism.In partnership with the ONCE Foundation and Spanish Association for…
PSC approves resolution on One Order Standard
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the Passenger Services Conference (PSC) adopted a resolution on a standard for the ONE Order initiative.Leveraging…
Accessible travel will happen through new industry standards
Imagine a future when people with accessibility needs or any kind of disability could travel just like anybody else. Think of a travel experience without barriers. Think of accessible travel…
ICAO stresses importance of civil aviation standards to safety
The International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO)’s development and implementation of global standards has fostered the development of safe and sustainable aviation since the UN…
Ministers to launch ASEAN tourism skills standards
Government ministers from around ASEAN will join with tourism industry stakeholders to launch the Mutual Recognition Arrangement for Tourism Professionals (MRA-TP) at the international…
WHTS wins Salam Standard award for Muslim travel excellence
The World Halal Travel Summit & Exhibition (WHTS) has been recognised as a pioneer in the global halal travel market by Salam Standard, the innovative online hotel reference tool…
Salam Standard recognises Muslim travel award winners
Salam Standard, the innovative online hotel reference tool dedicated to Muslim travellers, has revealed the winners of its inaugural Muslim travel awards. The newly-launched Salam…
HKIA, Heathrow team up to “shape industry standards”
Hong Kong International Airport has formed a new partnership with London Heathrow Airport, aimed at driving the development of both hubs and the entire industry.The collaboration was…
