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Does the global aviation sector need to retool its flight safety measures?
While global aviation has recovered significantly since travel restrictions began to be relaxed in 2022, the sector is feeling the strain following several high-visibility incidents that have shaken passengers the world over.
Investigations ongoing for the Air India Flight 171 crash
Just minutes after it took off from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Gujarat, India, Air India Flight 171 (AI171) came crashing down yesterday, 12th June.
Qantas Group to shutter Jetstar Asia
The Qantas Group announced the closure of its intra-regional airline Jetstar Asia today, 11th June.
Indian tourists may now enter the Philippines sans visa
As of Sunday, 8th June, Indian tourists may now enter the Philippines without a visa for a non-extendible and non-convertible period of 14 days.
Here’s to the silver travellers
While younger generations are helping fuel the recent boom in free independent travellers (FITs) roaming the globe, silver travellers are still making their mark on tourism, travel, and hospitality the world over.
Hua Hin – Thailand’s Coastal Gem and the Future Blueprint for Tourism?
Photo: Thai tourism’s future blue print? We explore how Hua Hin might be used as a model for tourism recovery
Future-Proofing Tourism: RTD Academy Empowers Changemakers with Responsible Leadership Development
The Responsible Tourism Development Academy (RTDA), a flagship initiative of the World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage (WTACH), is proud
Abu Dhabi set to host first ever M&I Expo
Abu Dhabi has confirmed that it will be hosting the first-ever M&I Expo from 14th to 16th April 2026 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre.
Shoory: The future of Chinese outbound travel definitely looks promising
Tourism Economics' head of tourism analysis in the Asia Pacific Michael Shoory opines that China's outbound travel sector is set to grow significantly beyond the current decade.
Philippines grants a 14-day visa-free entry for Indians with valid (AJACSSUK) visa or PRP
The Philippines government has revised regulations granting visa-free entry to the Philippines to Indian nationals with valid and current American,
“Helmet Heroes Thailand” Campaign Gears Up to Save Young Lives
Thailand’s tourism industry has long been the heart of the nation’s economy. Now, it can be the soul of something
Where Hospitality Meets Humanity: Hotel Designers Reimagine Space and Spirit at HTC2025
BANGKOK — In a region celebrated for hospitality excellence, the 4th Hospitality Thailand Conference (#HTC2025) offered more than just trend talk—it
Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs to offer more efficient services at Aseana hub
The Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) opened an express lane geared towards more efficient delivery of passport and consular services at its primary hub in the southern Manila suburb of Parañaque..
Japan to begin pre-arrival screening of visa-free travellers in 2028
Japan’s Ministry of Justice announced that pre-arrival screening of travellers who do not require a visa to enter the country will commence in 2028.
BREAKING: Philippine tourism secretary tenders resignation
In compliance with a directive from Philippine President Ferdinand R Marcos Jnr, tourism secretary Christina Frasco has formally tendered her courtesy resignation as of noon today, 22nd May.
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