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Lawmakers move to scrap travel tax as Filipino outbound tourism hits record highs
On Tuesday, 24th February, the Philippine House of Representatives announced that it consolidated 18 separate bills calling for the abolition of the outbound travel tax currently being collected from Filipinos travelling overseas.
All aboard The Blue Jasmine: An encounter with elephants in the Lanna heartland
Following a restful evening at the Bodhi Serene, those travelling aboard the Blue Jasmine got themselves ready to spend the
Archipelago announces its Blessings of Ramadan offering for the season
Indonesian hospitality management firm Archipelago marks the most sacred month of the Muslim calendar with Blessings of Ramadan.
Windstar Cruises Opens Winter 2027–2028 Season: 21 New Small-Ship Itineraries from Tahiti to Asia and the Canary Islands
Windstar Cruises has opened bookings for its Winter 2027–2028 season, unveiling 21 new itineraries and more than 230 sailing dates across Tahiti, Asia, the Caribbean, Latin
Causeway Link Holidays Wins Inbound Tour Operator of the Year
This recognition highlights the company’s contributions in promoting Malaysia’s diverse attractions and supporting the nation’s tourism goals leading into Visit
‘Success is about adaptation’: Business leader shares lessons from decade in hospitality sales
IWTA interviews Passaveekorn Trakulkongsmut on "Confidence empowers women to step into leadership"
“Don’t be a mere trader”: Banyan Tree founder Ho Kwon Ping warns entrepreneurs against lack of purpose
Mention the name KP Ho or, to be more precise, Ho Kwon Ping, and you will find people sitting up more attentively, ready to listen to the man who has become an elder statesman in the Asian corporate scene.
All aboard the Blue Jasmine: Beguiled by the beauty and spirit of Chiang Mai
With the Blue Jasmine well on its way into northern territory, guests aboard the luxury train are preparing for a
Philippines generates significant sales leads at 2026 Salon de la Plongée Sous-Marine
The Philippines generated over PHP80 million in sales leads during its stint at last month’s Salon de la Plongée Sous-Marine in Paris.
Zurich Cover-More announces two key appointments for its operations in Asia
Global travel insurance and assistance provider Zurich Cover‑More announced the appointment of Jon Ford as head of Asia and Tricia Lim as head of commercial operations and delivery in Asia earlier today, 25th February.
Global Travel Marketplace Luxury Asia Pacific to debut in April 2026
Northstar Travel Group is slated to launch its invitational travel marketplace Global Travel Marketplace (GTM) Luxury Asia Pacific from 14th to 15th April at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore.
Krabi boosts the Amazing Location Thailand campaign with a second run of its Love on Screen film festival
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) supported the recently concluded Love on Screen Film Festival SS 2 in Krabi Province.
‘Revenue is no longer the sole metric’: W Kuala Lumpur director redefines sales success
Zoe Seow, Director of Sales and Marketing, W Kuala Lumpur, in conversation with Travel Daily Media, shares her views, saying brand love is when guests choose you not out of convenience, but out of connection. Seow emphasises that differentiation lies in experience and authenticity.
Leading industry voices to take the floor at AHICE South East Asia 2026
The Southeast Asian hospitality sector’s leading investors, owners, developers, hoteliers, advisers and suppliers head to Singapore as the Asia Hotel Industry Conference and Exhibition (AHICE) returns to the city on the 10th and 11th March.
Thailand hikes airport fees as foreign tourist arrivals soften
On Friday, 20th February, Airports of Thailand announced that they would increase the current outbound passenger service charge (PSC) for international flights by nearly 50 percent.
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