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IATA reports continued growth in passenger demand throughout October
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for October 2024 global passenger demand, showing how load factor for the month was at 83.9 percent.
Three Philippine destinations among new ASEAN heritage parks
Three prominent Philippine nature destinations are among the five new heritage parks announced by the ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity (ACB) late last month.
ISHC elects 2025 Board of Directors
The International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC) has elected new leadership to serve on the Board of Directors and has inducted thirty-seven new members in its 2025 membership class.
IATA reports global air cargo demand rose in October
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for October 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand.
ATIA upholds commitment to safeguard members’ data
The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) reaffirms its commitment to safeguarding the sensitive financial data of its members in light of ongoing preparations for the FY24 accreditation-renewal period.
Discover Aboriginal Experiences expands portfolio with seven new members
Australia's Discover Aboriginal Experiences (DAE) continues to grow its portfolio with the addition of seven new member companies.
8,073 keys across 119 properties opened by YTD October CY2024: HVS ANAROCK
HVS ANAROCK shared the HVS ANAROCK Hotels & Hospitality Overview - November 2024.
C9 Hotelworks holds immersive event featuring wellness trends for the hospitality sector
Phuket-based tourism, hospitality, and real estate consultancy C9 Hotelworks held a talk regarding Phuket’s New Wellness Trends for Hotels, Tourism & Real Estate.
Hong Kong International Boat Show off to a great start
The Hong Kong International Boat Show 2024 officially kicked off on Thursday, 28 November, and is ongoing till Sunday, 1st December.
Budget costs overshadow employment rights bill impact
UKHospitality said the cost of changes to employer National Insurance Contributions will have a far more immediate impact on employment than changes to employment rights.
FHRAI advocates for equitable GST Policy
Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), the third largest hospitality association in the world, has raised serious concerns over industry’s long pending request of delinking of GST charged on Food & Beverage Services for restaurants operating within hotel premises from the room tariffs of that particular hotel during the meeting at the DG GST Samvad on 14th November 2024.
Star Alliance remains world’s leading airline alliance
Star Alliance took the title of World's Leading Airline Alliance for the fifth year in a row at this year's World Travel Awards.
EU needs to prioritise competitiveness and sustainability: WOCE
The International Air Transport Association’s Wings of Change Europe (WOCE) event concluded with a call for industry and governments to work together with practical actions to make Europe more competitive and sustainable.
Music license not required for marriage procession: HRAWI
The Hotel and Restaurant Association (Western India) – HRAWI has clarified the legal stance regarding obtaining music licence for a marriage and other social festivities associated with a marriage at hospitality establishments.
Scottish hospitality set to pay up to 70% more in business rates than England
UKHospitality Scotland is calling for the Scottish Government to introduce at least 40% business rates relief for hospitality businesses.
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