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Travel agents and their clients need to be more aware of inflight theft
Inflight theft is becoming a highly concerning issue among both airlines and travel agencies due to a recent spate of highly publicised incidents, particularly within Asia.
Hong Kong Tourism Board celebrates one million Filipino visitors milestone
As Hong Kong welcomed its one millionth visitor from the Philippines last November, the Hong Kong Tourism Board commemorated the event with a special dinner at Shangri-La at the Fort, Bonifacio Global City on Wednesday, 5th February.
IATA releases updated 2025 manuals reflecting latest industry standards
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released the 2025 edition of key industry manuals for cargo and ground handling operations, which incorporate over 350 changes and revisions needed to align with evolving industry standards and state and operator variations.
Maximum Occupancy New Zealand is back this March
The Maximum Occupancy New Zealand Accommodation Industry Conference heads back to Auckland on 5th March, this time at the newly renovated Grand Millennium Hotel Auckland.
Iloilo City significantly increases festival budget for 2025
Iloilo in the Central Philippines recently raised its budget for various festivals in 2025 to around US$891,000, significantly higher than the US $689,000 from last year.
Rotorua, Hei Āhuru Mōwai Māori Cancer Leadership Aotearoa to host World Indigenous Cancer Conference
Rotorua and Hei Āhuru Mōwai Māori Cancer Leadership Aotearoa are bringing indigenous voices, knowledge, and innovations to the world’s attention as they are slated to host the World Indigenous Cancer Conference (WICC) 2026.
Asia Pacific Airlines carried 365.0 million international passengers in 2024, representing a 30.5% increase vis-à-vis 2023: AAPA
Preliminary traffic figures for the full calendar year 2024, were released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA), revealed strong growth in both international air passenger and cargo markets.
IATA releases methodologies for reporting SAF-related emissions reduction
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the release of its methodology for accounting and reporting emissions reduction associated with the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) by airlines.
Air Astana joins IATA CO2 Connect
Kazakhstan's flag-carrier Air Astana recently became the first airline in Central Asia / CIS to join the International Air Transport Association (IATA) CO2 Connect initiative.
WTTC welcomes EMBRATUR
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) integrates the Brazilian Tourist Board (EMBRATUR) as its newest Destination Partner, marking an exciting chapter in collaborative efforts to drive global tourism growth.
Hotel Industry rallies at ALIS to support Wildfire Relief in California
As the wildfires and their aftermath continue to impact communities across California, the hotel industry is stepping up at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) to provide critical relief to those affected.
Flyadeal joins IATA
flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s youngest and region’s fastest growing low-cost carrier, has joined IATA, the airline industry’s leading trade association.
PATA extends partnership with The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has extended its partnership with The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) for an additional three years (2024–2027) to continue the publication of the Asia Pacific Visitor Forecasts reports.
IATA: Global air passenger demand reaches record high in 2024
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released 2024 full-year and December 2024 passenger market performance showing record high demand.
Taiwan set to discuss familiarisation trips with Mainland China
Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) is urging officials in Mainland China to properly discuss familiarisation trips they are planning to make to the country.
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