Bali named as most popular destination in Asia for 2022
If 2021 was the year travellers dipped their toes in the water with smaller getaways and outdoors trips, 2022 is shaping up to be the year we return to travel in a big way.
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What will AirAsia fly next? Drones
AirAsia announced that it has secured its Certificate of Approval (COA) from the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM), to conduct remote drone pilot training
How AirAsia India is extending free rescheduling offer on all flights
AirAsia India has announced a free rescheduling offer for all flights on their network for bookings made till 31 January 2022 for travel until 31 March 2022
Asia’s richest man checks into New York! Reliance buys Mandarin Oriental in NYC for $270 million
Reliance Industries (RIL) said its wholly owned subsidiary Reliance Industrial Investments and Holdings Limited (RIIHL) has signed an agreement to acquire 73.37 per cent stake in Mandarin…
AirAsia takes off with rebranding as Capital A
Malaysia-based AirAsia is set to rebrand itself as Capital A, signaling the expansion of its services beyond its core airlines-to-cargo delivery and fintech services
IHG and Siam Sindhorn join hands to open first Vignette Collection hotel in Asia in 2022
IHG Hotels and Resorts and Siam Sindhorn Co have announced the first Vignette Collection hotel to open in Asia within the bustling city of Bangkok
Cash-strapped AirAsia raises $233M to boost recovery
AirAsia Group has signalled it expects a strong rebound in air travel across south-east Asia in the coming months as the budget carrier raises $233 million from a rights issue
IWTA speaks with Vicki Parris – VP Customer Success FCM Travel Solutions Asia
Vicki is a New Zealander who joined Flight Centre as a Travel Consultant in her home country, as ‘just a job’ and something to do whilst she settled back into home life after a few years of…
AirAsia initiates fund raising campaign in support of post-flood rebuilding
AirAsia Foundation is initiating its Malaysia Flood Relief donation drive in response to urgent calls for aid to support the rebuilding needs of communities impacted by the recent floods…
IWTA speaks with Celia Lao, GM Greater China Air Asia Digital
Meet Celia Lao, GM Greater China Air Asia Digital, since graduating from the University of Macau with a BBA (Hons) in International Marketing, Celia has immersed herself in the aviation…
Make travel to Asia more exciting with Best Western Rewards
As travel in Asia slowly resumes, many of us are gearing to do some revenge travelling. There is no better way to explore beloved Asian destinations than getting the best bang for your buck…
Tune Protect and AirAsia to unveil travel protection for foreign travellers into Langkawi and Thailand
Tune Protect and AirAsia have launched the Covid Travel Pass as an added convenience for air travellers to meet the mandatory insurance coverage set by the governments for fully vaccinated…
Finnair to launch new Asian routes and focus on Japan
Finnair is gearing up for the expected gradual opening of Asia with plans to fly to over 100 destinations worldwide and new long-haul services to the Far East for Summer 2022.
AirAsia resumes flight to quarantine-free Bangkok with inaugural flight
AirAsia is announcing more good news as the inaugural flight to Bangkok took off, with many exciting promotions and deals awaiting guests travelling to Thailand
Club Med to expand in Asia Pacific as travel rebounds
Club Med is gearing up for an aggressive travel rebound in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region.
Asian tourism embraces “purposeful” travel
Resort destinations in Southeast Asia will move beyond sustainability and embrace a more meaningful and responsible way of operating in the post-pandemic era, a major event on the future of…
AirAsia flies 113 weekly flights into Sarawak from 1 November
AirAsia welcomes the announcement by the Sarawak State Transport Minister Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin to boost flight frequency into the state starting 1 November 2021, further easing the…
Ongoing reopening in Asia Pacific, but the recovery road is long
More initiatives are being launched around Asia-Pacific as the region's gradual opening of foreign travel markets continues.
Asia Pacific hotel investment to top $7 billion in 2021, growing to $9 billion in 2022
Hotel investment volumes will likely cross US$7 billion for the full year 2021, a 15% year-on-year increase, as investors continue to look past the industry’s short-to-medium term headwinds…
Southeast Asian countries are the friendliest in the world
British travel guide book Rough Guide asked their Twitter and Facebook friends and followers which country they thought was the friendliest in the world.
Routes Asia 2022 goes to Da Nang as it debuts in Vietnam
Routes Asia will take place in Vietnam for the first time in 2022, with Da Nang People’s Committee, Da Nang Department of Tourism and IPP Travel Retail being selected as the hosts
AirAsia to launch Hua Hin-Chiang Mai route on 15 Oct
AirAsia is set to paint the skies red again in support of the Hua Hin Airport opening in October
Philip Goh to lead IATA in Asia Pacific as regional vice president
International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the appointment of Philip Goh as its regional vice president for Asia-Pacific with effect from now
A dosage of fitness, wellness overhaul and work: Oasia Resort Sentosa lets you take care of mind, body, soul
Far East Hospitality's first foray into the resort and spa category, the new idyllic tranquil retreat is nestled in the heart of Sentosa island and presents the perfect destination to…
Andrew J Wood to lead Skal International Asia as president for 2021-23
With the successful completion of Skål International Asia’s 50th Asian Area Annual General Assembly, Andrew J Wood was elected President 2021-2023 at the virtual meeting
AirAsia predicts air travel recovery as key destinations witness high load factors
AirAsia is confident air travel sentiment will recover especially during the year-end holiday period following a government announcement relaxing travel restrictions
Recommendations to help accelerate travel recovery in Asia Pacific
ATTIA is launching a Recommendation Paper around “The Building Blocks of Digital Health Passes” as a part of its 2021 Travel Recovery Thought Leadership Series
Where tranquillity meets luxury at Oasia Resort Sentosa
Oasia Resort Sentosa is Far East Hospitality’s first foray into the resort and spa category, and completes the homegrown company's ensemble of differentiated hotels in the Sentosa precinct
Asian airlines report high Covid-19 vaccination uptake among crew
As everyone’s in the region wait for the tight pandemic-related border controls to be relaxed, Asian airlines are reporting high vaccination take-up rates among pilots and cabin crew.
Key appointment at The Travel Corporation to fuel further growth in Asia
The Travel Corporation (TTC), the highly respected, family-owned-and-run global travel business with 40 award-winning brands, has announced the appointment of Nicholas Lim as chief executive…
Teeing it off: Golfasian widens scope to elevate Thailand’s golf industry
Asia’s largest inbound tour operator, Golfasian, is utilising strength in diversity to take Thailand’s golf industry to a higher level
Hotelbeds signs preferred agreement with RedDoorz to expand portfolio in Southeast Asia
Hotelbeds has announced a preferred partnership with RedDoorz expanding its portfolio in Southeast Asia.
Eva Air to unveil first Asian pilot of AOKpass
EVA Air has announced a pilot of AOKpass, the world’s most operationally advanced secure health certificate platform and app
airasia acquires Gojek’s Thai operations to become leading tech giant in the region
airasia Digital, the digital arm of airasia Group and Gojek, Southeast Asia’s leading mobile on-demand services and payments platform, today revealed a partnership whereby airasia Digital…
Andrew J Wood – to Run for Skål Asia President
A conversation with Skål Asia Presidential candidate Andrew J. Wood and Dr Scott Michael Smith, Assumption University’s Course Coordinator from the Department of Hospitality & Tourism…
AirAsia has grounded 90% of fleet amid COVID-19 surge in Malaysia
AirAsia Group has grounded around 90% of its fleet of more than 200 planes across Asia due to the resurgence of COVID-19 outbreaks, an executive at its Malaysia unit said on Wednesday.
FCM’s new head of marketing to boost momentum in Asia
Jones will be responsible for managing and overseeing marketing campaigns and initiatives to drive growth across the region including Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, mainland China for FCM…
The Australasian hotel industries greatest challenge – skilled manpower
Adelaide SkyCity recently hosted the 12th AHICE (Australasian Hotel Industry Conference & Exhibition) with leading industry experts at the most prestigious hotel conference in…
ITB Asia announces dates for physical event in October
Asia’s leading travel trade show, ITB Asia, will be happening as scheduled in Singapore from 27-29 October, implementing the current COVID-19 hygiene and safety protocols
IHG expands Kimpton brand in South East Asia with Koh Samui property
IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the expansion of Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants with the signing of Kimpton Koh Samui, the second Kimpton hotel in Thailand following the brand’s…
New appointment: PATA gets first Asian American woman head
Liz Ortiguera will now become next chief executive officer effective 17 May 2021 for PATA succeeding Dr. Mario Hardy who will finish his term at the end of May
AirAsia Thailand launches ‘Domestic Fly-Thru’ service for 42 routes
AirAsia continues to provide an enhanced experience for guests with its newest Domestic Fly-Thru service at Don Mueang Airport for 42 Thailand domestic routes
Get ready to fly! AirAsia launches baggage pass and 260 days of travel protection programme
AirAsia is taking its super successful #FlyRuaRuaPass programme to another level with its #BaggageLoadRuaRuaPass and unlimited travel insurance promotion
Vaccines roll out in Asean, Asia and globally speeds up world travel recovery: AirAsia CEO
AirAsia welcomes news of COVID-19 vaccines being rolled out across Malaysia commencing from this week, as the first key indicator of a global travel reboot in the near future
A collective collaboration for the animals of Asia
Since signing on new members throughout Asia in 2020 Luxperia’s Principal Mr Linh Le instills the company’s vision to be a leading sustainable organization through its latest partnership…
Top 3 predictions for travel in Asian market
Here are the three predictions on the 'who', 'what', 'where', 'when', how' and 'why' of travel.
Steering cruise travel towards innovative sustainability in Asia Pacific region
As the travel industry is busy getting back on its feet, Travel Daily Media caught up with Damian Perry, managing director of Asia Pacific Region at Hurtigruten
5 Asian countries where UK tourists can travel right now
Some countries prefer to keep their borders open to UK travellers, who must follow their respective health and safety protocols.
Tata Group boosts stake in AirAsia India
Tata Group has increased its stake in AirAsia India from 51% to 84% as it looks to increase its share in the domestic aviation sector
Some governments in Asia put limit on public gatherings
As Christmas and New Year holidays approach, most Asian countries like Korea, Singapore, Thailand, and Indonesia grappled with surging numbers of coronavirus cases as Christmas and new year…
Should we Expect Mandatory Vaccinations for Travel to Asia?
Air Asia’s Tony Fernandes expects countries in Asia to demand Covid-19 vaccinations as a requirement for inbound travel.
Taking Hilton’s ambitious plan forward in Southeast Asia
Hilton’s vice-president of operations in Southeast Asia, Paul Hutton, catches up with Travel Daily Media about overseeing forty-three hotels across nine markets and driving the brand's…
Steve McLaughlin joins Aurora Expeditions for Asia-Pacific growth
Australian-owned Aurora Expeditions welcomes cruise industry veteran Steve McLaughlin as its new director of sales in Asia-Pacific
Asia-Pacific travel bubble: Where can you travel to now?
Wego.com shares the top destinations that have existing travel bubbles in the Asia Pacific region
The Philippines working on travel bubble arrangements with Asian countries
The Philippines is reportedly setting up travel bubble arrangements with several Asian countries as more nations reopen their borders for tourism.
Hitting turbulence: AirAsia reviews joint venture with Tatas, may exit India
Malaysia’s AirAsia said it is evaluating its loss-making budget airline joint venture in India with Tata Sons in the wake of the financial distress due to the coronavirus pandemic
Korean Air to buy Asiana Airlines for USD 1.6 billion
South Korean flag carrier Korean Air said today it will buy out its smaller troubled rival Asiana Airlines in a USD 1.6 billion deal as it looks to consolidate with the coronavirus pandemic…
Travel for Thailand! AirAsia’s new campaign to boost year-end tourism
AirAsia is encouraging the people of Thailand to explore their own country and help boost the country's economy with the launch of an incredible airfare sale and a new advertising campaign…
Healthcare meets travel: AirAsia’s new platform for medical services
AirAsia.com has unveiled AirAsia Health, the first-of-its-kind digital platform in ASEAN, offering end-to-end medical services
Halloween 2020: 5 haunted places in Southeast Asia
Asia is the origin of some of the most terrifying horror films. It is also the home of some of the most haunted places where paranormal activity was documented.
Travel in the new normal: ITB Asia 2020 kicks off virtual event
ITB Asia has opened its virtual doors for the first-ever virtual event. As one of the industry’s firsts, the three-day event is being hosted online.
AirAsia X out of money, needs USD 120 million for restart
AirAsia X has run out of money and needs to raise up to MYR 500 million (USD 120.60 million) to restart the airline
ITB Asia 2020 shows how resilient travel industry can be
TD caught up with Katrina Leung, managing director, Messe Berlin (Singapore) about ITB Asia going virtual this year.
AirAsia’s super app avatar is here
Airasia.com has revealed its brand new identity online as ‘ASEAN’s super app’, completing what it calls a transformation from digital airline to comprehensive lifestyle platform
Fly no more: AirAsia Japan shuts operations
Low-cost carrier AirAsia Japan has now announced that it has ceased operations starting this week
Put on a happy face: Sabre announces new agreement with top Asian airline
Sabre Corporation and regional airline THAI Smile, have announced today a brand new distribution to boost traveller confidence amid a ramped up domestic tourism drive.
When age-old traditions take on a modern edge: Kimpton debuts in South East Asia with Bangkok property
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) has now brought Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants’ signature heartfelt service and distinctive design to the heart of Thailand with the opening of Kimpton…
5 steps to a frictionless future for Asia’s travel industry
‘Contactless’ has quickly become a by-word for safety in today’s new era of social distancing. The effects have already been felt in the world’s financial services and retail industries,…
PCMA launches ‘Convening Asia Pacific’ forum to support business events industry recovery
PCMA will host a one-day hybrid event that will feature workshops to build the practical skills and knowledge event professionals and businesses need to be successful in the recovery phase…
Japan reopening to these Asian countries
After months of travel ban to over 150 countries, Japan is slowly easing its travel restrictions starting with a travel bubble with several Asian countries.
Reinventing travel in the new normal: ITB Asia announces theme for virtual event in October
The virtual event next month will see travel industry professionals around the world connect to share ideas and plans that will shape the next decade of travel in a post-pandemic world
Travel around Asia through QuaranCooking
As most countries in Asia remain closed and governments extend stay-at-home protocols, people get creative and come up with clever ways to explore new places and experience new things.
Status of tourism reopening in Southeast Asian countries
One thing is certain, all countries are keen to reopen and tourism stakeholders are hard at work in coming up with a plan so that we can all travel again.
Incheon airport first in Asia-Pacific to receive health accreditation
Airports Council International (ACI) Asia-Pacific announced Incheon International Airport in Seoul, South Korea is the first airport in the Asia-Pacific region to be accredited under the…
Twin Dragons: Two big beasts of Southeast Asia travel come together
The strategic partnership sees the two organisations sharing their flight and hotel inventories, to deliver an extensive multi-product selection, greater convenience and superior value for…
Accor and sbe unveil first Mondrian hotel in Asia in coolest district of K-pop city
Mondrian Seoul Itaewon in marks the fifth property in the Mondrian portfolio
In the lap of luxury: Standard International’s two flagship projects come to Asia, debuts new hotel brand
The pioneering lifestyle hospitality company, Standard International, has now announced that it has secured landmark hotel projects for The Standard brand in both Bangkok and Singapore and…
Asia Pacific preps to welcome back tourists
The Asia Pacific region has begun to slowly ease its COVID-19 lockdown measures along with its border restrictions and is moving toward welcoming tourists back.
Health and safety top concerns for Asia Pacific business travellers in post-COVID era
New research commissioned by SAP Concur in May-June 2020 provides important insights that are shaping a new normal for business travel
All of Asia’s Eyes Turn to Bali
The countdown is on. Will Bali really open to international arrivals on 11 September – and if it does, who will visit? By Gary Bowerman
Jetstar Asia boosts services to key Southeast Asia ports
From today, Jetstar Asia will increase the number of services it operates to key Southeast Asian ports with the aim to create essential travel links and assist with freight in the region
Spreading wings: AirAsia unveils two new routes in Thailand to boost domestic travel
Marking an important milestone in Thailand, AirAsia has unveiled Chiang Mai-Hua Hin and Udon Thani-Hua Hin routes
Air Asia and Agoda launch special campaign to boost domestic travel
airasia.com and Agoda are joining forces to launch a special campaign to support the government’s initiative to stimulate domestic travel in Thailand
Vistara receives first A321neo with lie-flat beds on narrow body jet, first in South Asia
Vistara has received first Airbus A321neo, thus strengthening its commitment to expanding international operations
ITB Asia 2020 goes virtual
Messe Berlin (Singapore) has announced that ITB Asia, MICE Show Asia and Travel Tech Asia will go virtual from 21 – 23 October 2020. Originally scheduled on the same dates, the annual…
AirAsia’s two new domestic routes on platter
AirAsia is introducing two domestic cross-region routes: Chiang Mai-Hua Hin and Udon Thani-Hua Hin, to stimulate domestic tourism in Thailand. This would allow getaways to one of…
STB brings on community initiative to spark travel interest across Southeast Asia
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) has unveiled #TravelThrowback, a community effort aimed at uniting passionate travellers to promote the beauty of Southeast Asia. While travel…
UK’s Kew Green Hotels spreads wings in South East Asia
Kew Green Hotels, one of the UK’s leading hotel management companies with over 55 hotels in its portfolio, is expanding into the South East Asia market through a joint venture with…
TAT joins AirAsia to stimulating domestic tourism with new aviation safety standards
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) joined Thai AirAsia for a special activity taking place on the Bangkok-Krabi route on 29-30 June 2020, aimed at rebuilding confidence and…
AirAsia unveils ‘unlimited pass’ to speed up domestic Thai tourism
Supporting domestic tourism, AirAsia presents the ‘AirAsia Unlimited Pass’ for the first time in Thailand, offering a limited number of tickets for only THB 2,999 (USD 96.98) for…
Imagine Phuket campaign to drive the future of Asia’s most-visited island destination
In Asia’s first international destination recovery initiative post-COVID-19, the Phuket Hotels Association and global hospitality branding agency QUO have joined forces to craft an…
Flight to recovery: AirAsia breaks post-hibernation daily sales record
AirAsia registered its highest post-hibernation sale day, with a record-breaking 41,000 seats sold in a single day across AirAsia Group, signifying a strong rebound in demand for air…
Maldives first South Asian country to open borders for tourism on 15 July
Maldives restarts tourism industry
Asia Aviation returns to SET100 Index
Asia Aviation (AAV) has returned to the SET100 Index while also securing a spot on the Thailand Sustainability Investment Index (SETTHSI) according to an announcement by the Stock…
Talk Travel Asia podcast – Season 3 Launches!
June 1 2020 saw the launch of Season 3 of Talk Travel Asia podcast. With more than 100 episodes available for travel enthusiasts to explore Asia, hosts, National Geographic Cambodia…
AirAsia Delivery arrives in Chiang Mai
Get your appetite ready as AirAsia Delivery Chiang Mai is bringing some of the airline’s favourite in-flight menu items to your doorstep beginning 8 June onwards.
Director of…
Anand Stanley appointed president of Airbus Asia-Pacific
Airbus has named Anand Stanley as president of Airbus Asia-Pacific, effective from 1 July 2020. Based in Singapore, Stanley will lead the strategy and future positioning of Airbus and…
Virgin Atlantic to resume flights in North America and Asia in July
Virgin Atlantic will resume passenger flights in July, starting with five routes to North America and Asia.
Enhanced flexibility for AirAsia guests travelling with flight change fee waiver
Following the validity extension of its credit accounts to two years, AirAsia is offering further flexibility for guests who are travelling up to 31 December 2020 by waiving flight…
Collectibles from the Sky! AirAsia souvenirs now available via Shopee
Having received an overwhelming response for its recently-launched Santan meals delivery service, AirAsia is now taking its in-flight merchandise online, allowing fans in Thailand to buy…
Wyndham expands ‘Count on Us’ initiative to Europe, Middle East, Eurasia and Africa
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with over 9,300 hotels in more than 90 countries, announced the expansion of its ‘Count on Us’ initiative…
Deal sweetener: AirAsia offers credit account extension, unlimited flight changes until Oct 2020
AirAsia guests with flight bookings departing between 23 March and 31 July 2020 can now choose between a credit account with a two-year validity period or unlimited flight changes for…
Hotels in Asia increasingly worried as debts mount
Jones Lang LaSalle reports from Thailand that hotels across the region are under extreme financial stress as they face operating with reduced occupancies for the foreseeable future
AirAsia: Introduce “a more secure, safe, efficient, and contactless experience”
AirAsia has announced it will be introducing a range of new procedures for essential travel including contactless payments at the airport, contactless kiosks, Passenger Reconciliation System…
Khiri Reach helps communities across Southeast Asia
Khiri Reach, the charitable arm of Khiri Travel, has been active helping communities in Asia impacted by the Covid-19 crisis. Its focus has been on marginalised communities, many of them…
Wyndham merges China unit into Asia Pacific
Wyndham Hotel Group said in an internal message that it will reorganise its global structure from five regions to three, combining Greater China with Southeast Asia Pacific Rim as Asia…
Finnair unveils competition to win flights to Asia
Finnair is re-launching its online training modules. These new modules include some ambitious sustainability objectives as well as new fare brands, Light, Classic and Flex, which include…
Order Thai Pearl Tea and much more! AirAsia delivery brings in-flight favourites to your doorstep
Responding to high demand, AirAsia Thailand is offering popular in-flight choice ‘Boba Tea’ on its delivery menu, pleasing the whole family with a new one litre big size coming alongside…
New DMC unveiled in South East Asia region
A new and exciting DMC in the South East Asia region - Travel Exclusive Asia has been launched. The brainchild of tourism industry veterans André van der Marck and Gerben Bloemendaal and…
Asia Prepares For Recovery
BANGKOK: How do we sensibly and effectively restart travel and tourism, the industry that employs 1-in-10 workers globally? A workforce that has been decimated by the Covid-19 pandemic.
AirAsia set to resume domestic flights
AirAsia is set to resume its scheduled domestic flights commencing in Malaysia by 29 April followed by a rollout of aircraft to serve domestic routes in other Asian nations where it has…
After Africa, andBeyond brings Asia to you
On behalf of conservation-led experiential travel company andBeyond, andBeyond’s Bringing Asia Home series brings the spanning sights, tastes, sounds and reads across Asia that andBeyond has…
Smile on! Marriott lights up across Asia Pacific to spark hope
Marriott International across Asia Pacific is lighting up its properties to send a positive message, offering a ray of hope to the communities they are in for locals and travellers…
Asia Pacific Travel Retail Association seeks rescue package from government
The Asia Pacific Travel Retail Association (APTRA) is calling on governments in over 45 countries across the region to support 320,000 local and front-line employees in the region by…
Enter Red Heroes: RedDoorz partners with governments across Southeast Asia for health workers
RedDoorz, Southeast Asia’s largest and fastest-growing online hotel management and booking platform, announced the launch of ‘Red Heroes’, a new regional initiative that will provide…
AirAsia Group hibernates fleet
AirAsia Group announced it is temporarily hibernating most of its fleet across its entire network in Asia, in view of the COVID-19 pandemic that led to extensive border restrictions. The…
Sabre appoints Otto Gergye to lead airline operations in North Asia
Sabre Corporation, the software and technology company that powers the global travel industry, announced Otto Gergye as vice president and regional general manager of North Asia in…
ZUZU Hospitality strengthens position in Southeast Asia with regional expansion and new hires
ZUZU Hospitality, a Singapore-based hospitality tech startup which provides revenue management and distribution solutions to independent hotels, announced that they are moving forward…
Travel bans ineffective in Covid-19 battle, says Asia airline group
Governments should roll back or refrain from using travel restrictions as the COVID-19 coronavirus is mainly being spread through local transmission rather than imported cases, a trade…
Wefightcovid19: TAT tees it off with Golfasian
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Asia’s largest golf tour operator Golfasian have joined forces to assure golfers that the country is still primed for play.
What’s more,…
Leading Yachts of the World gears up for Asia Pacific launch
New travel technology brand Leading Yachts of the World has opened offices in key strategic markets Bangkok, Phuket, Singapore and Hong Kong, in preparation for its bid to disrupt the…
Asia-Pacific construction pipeline hits record high
Asia-Pacific’s total construction pipeline, excluding China, hit a new all-time high at the close of 2019 with 1,926 projects or 409,447 rooms. This was revealed by Lodging Econometrics…
COVID-19 sets back economic sustainability and connectivity of Asia-Pacific airports
Airports Council International (ACI) Asia-Pacific warns the prolonged duration of the COVID-19 outbreak will significantly set back the region’s airports from previously forecasted…
AirAsia takes BIG sale to new heights
AirAsia’s BIG Sale is back with six million promotional seats to help send you on your next exciting adventure, including zero-fare seats to many popular destinations across its network.…
Three ITB events cancelled so far; ITB Asia to push through
At the heels of ITB Berlin 2020 cancellation, ITB India has been postponed to 2021 due to the ongoing health crisis prompted by the new coronavirus.
Grab AirAsia’s ‘Boba Milk Tea’ without booking flight
AirAsia Santan has joined hands with Grab Thailand to deliver its five most-talked about in-flight offerings, including Boba Milk Tea and AirAsiaXAfter You Special Menus, direct to you…
Khiri Travel unveils new multi-generation tours for Southeast Asia
Khiri Travel has launched seven tour options in Southeast Asia designed for parents, children and grandchildren travelling together. The seven itineraries range from six to 12 days in…
AirAsia Thailand completes IOSA audit
AirAsia Thailand has completed its Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) of the International Air Transportation Association (IATA).
It is the sixth airline in AirAsia Group to become IOSA…
AirAsia X unveils first-ever long haul free seat sale
Fly extra long on AirAsia for less than ever before, as the airline goes the extra mile to offer guests zero-fare seats for the first time ever on many popular long-haul destinations,…
Agent alert: Vietjet slashes ticket prices throughout Asia
Vietjet has announced a very sexy range of new promotions.rolling out flight fares offering 50% discounts on ticket fares for all routes from now untill 29 February 2020.
The promotional…
IBTM Asia Pacific launch postponed until 2021
Reed Travel Exhibitions has postponed the inaugural edition of IBTM Asia Pacific. The event will now launch in Singapore on 13-14 April next year. The decision was taken following the…
Health and wellness tourism trips to Asia to reach 128.3 million by 2022: GlobalData
The health and wellness tourism trips to Asia are forecast to reach 128.3 million by 2022 that will help Asia to become the world’s fastest tourism market, says GlobalData.
According…
Going Carbon Neutral: Lotus Asia Tours joins movement to protect the planet
Starting from 1 April 2020, all scheduled tours of Lotus Asia Tours will be entirely climate neutral, the company said. This means that all greenhouse gas emissions that will be…
Gaining ground in Asia: Connexus Travel signs deal with Aeronology to boost growth
Hong Kong-based Connexus Travel (formally known as Swire Travel), one of the largest corporate travel businesses in Greater China, has signed a long-term technology sharing agreement…
Discover Asia’s top 12 hotel income creators
SiteMinder has unveiled its annual lists of the distribution channels that brought the highest booking revenue to hotels over the past year. Varying across 20 of the world’s top tourism…
Don’t stigmatise Chinese and Asian tourists because of coronavirus, says WTTC
Individual tourists and groups from China and Asia must not be stigmatised because of the latest coronavirus outbreak, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). The…
AirAsia announces Ahmedabad route
AirAsia announced a new direct route to Ahmedabad from Kuala Lumpur with four times weekly flights commencing 29 April 2020. These new services will support a vast market of 62 million…
LHC expands into Asia with first office in Bangkok
LHC International, a recruitment consulting firm specialising in the hospitality sector with a focus on middle and upper management roles, has announced the launch of its operations…
AirAsia CEO Tony Fernandes and chairman quit over Airbus bribery scandal
Two AirAsia chiefs will step aside for at least two months as authorities and the airline look into claims that aerospace giant Airbus paid the company USD 50 million to secure a plane…
TD Podcast: SiteMinder’s VP in Asia “There’s a huge unpenetrated market out there”
Today marks the first TD podcast of 2020 and for the opening edition, I spoke to Brad Haines, the regional vice president of Asia Pacific (APAC) for hotel room reservation specialists,…
AirAsia’s new digital solutions to improve efficiency, reduce carbon footprint
In line with its continued focus on innovation and sustainability, AirAsia is taking its environmental responsibilities a step further by implementing digital solutions that are aimed at…
The Ritz-Carlton Osaka: Old-world European charm in a bustling Asian city
Whether visiting Osaka for business, to take in the sights or as a night’s stop before tackling the hour-long journey to Kyoto, The Ritz-Carlton Osaka is an easy choice for indulgent rest…
Finalists for Asia Destination Film Awards announced
With close to 1,000 submissions and a total of 340 hours of playtime, the Asia Destination Film Awards received much attention from international filmmakers, tourism boards, travel…
AirAsia has landed at Okinawa, Japan
AirAsia’s maiden flight to Okinawa, Japan landed at Naha Airport, marking the beginning of a unique low-cost passageway connecting the island with East Asia and Southeast Asia, providing…
AirAsia’s Chinese New Year ad celebrates tradition through child’s journey
AirAsia has released its Chinese New Year ad to usher in the festivities, casting fresh eyes on an age-old tradition - the lion dance, an integral part of Chinese New Year celebrations,…
“Travel has been a working passion”: TD speaks to TTC Asian MD Nicholas Lim
The Travel Corporations Asian MD Nicholas Lim has never stopped opening doors.
AirAsia takes flight to Chengdu
Travellers flying out of Malaysia’s northern hub Penang can now enjoy another destination option as AirAsia launches new flights to Chengdu, the capital city of Sichuan Province, China.…
Festival of the future to become focus of Southeast Asia’s sauciest tech conference
The theme for South East Asia’s largest tech conference, Techsauce Global Summit has just been announced. Techsauce Global Summit’s ‘Festival of the Future’ will take place at Centara…
Entering new decade, Asia maintains dominance in passport power
As we enter the new decade, Asian countries have firmly established their lead on the Henley Passport Index, the original ranking of all the world’s passports according to the number of…
10 cheapest cities perfect for backpacking escape in Asia
Backpacking is the type of travelling that gives travellers the opportunity to visit a number of locations and experience a whole host of different cuisines, attractions and scenery in the…
China Airlines to grow Southeast Asia network
Due to the strong outlook of the Southeast Asia travel market, China Airlines is following up on the launch of its first Cebu service in March by adding four weekly direct flights to…
Film forum celebrates sustainable tourism in Asia
The 2nd Asia Destination Film Forum 2020 is calling for submissions for the Asia Destination Film Awards 2020 that will be hosted in Bangkok on 30 January.
The awards will follow the…
Mysterious viral illness in China sows fear in Asia
Airports in Asia are on heightened alert following the outbreak of a mysterious illness in Wuhan, China.
Asiana Airlines gets a breather
The news that a consortium formed between South Korea-based construction company Hyundai Development Co (HDC) and Mirae Asset Daewoo has agreed to acquire controlling stake in…
AirAsia India starts new routes
AirAsia India will launch its flight services to more cities next fiscal as part of its robust network expansion plans for 2020-21.
The Bengaluru-based carrier flies to Delhi, Mumbai…
AirAsia starts exclusive route from Kuala Lumpur to Da Lat, Vietnam
AirAsia has unveiled its maiden flight to Da Lat, capital of Lam Dong province in the central highlands of Vietnam. The inaugural flight made history as the first international airline…
9 kid-friendly tourist attractions in Asia
When parents touch down in a new country (after hearing 'are we there yet?' for hours on end), they need to have a plan.
Unlucky for some: EVA adds 13th destination to SE Asia network
Taiwanese carrier EVA Air has announced the launch of its new service between Taipei and Phuket.
EVA will be the only airline to offer a non-stop service from Taiwan to Phuket, which will…
“It’s incredibly cheap to do the right thing”: Top Asian DMC launches new eco drive
Asian destination management company (DMC) EXO Travel, recently unveiled its latest campaign -- to fight climate change with carbon-neutral holidays. The DMC will fully offset their entire…
AirAsia boosts capacity between KL and SG
AirAsia has announced it will boost the number of seats available between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur with the introduction of twice-daily flights, on 10 November 2019, powered by the…
Now, Grab a ride across Southeast Asia through Booking.com app
Booking.com has launched its on-demand ride-hailing service in partnership with Grab, giving the online travel agency (OTA) app users access to the largest fleet of drivers across eight…
Dream Cruises sails beyond Asia with luxury ship Explorer Dream
Sailing beyond Asia for the very first time, Dream Cruises has celebrated the arrival of Explorer Dream in Sydney, Australia.
G Adventures increases Asia footprint
Melbourne-headquartered G Adventures says it will strengthen sales activities across Asia. After a record year for bookings from Asian travellers, the company’s director of emerging…
Hotelbeds’ MarketHub Asia is heading to Phuket for 2020
At the culmination of this year’s MarketHub Asia, Hotelbeds has announced that 2020 event will head to the paradise-like island of Phuket.
AirAsia enhances mobile app
AirAsia has announced all-new enhancements to its mobile app for Android and iOS, including innovative new features to enhance guest experience. Using a guest-centric approach to support…
“The South-East Asia market is a primary focus” Ctrip to partner with Thai tourism body
Ctrip Group CMO Sun Bo and the governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Yuthasak Supasorn, met today to discuss a potential partnership between the two organisations, to…
Here’s why you shouldn’t miss ITB Asia 2019
ITB Asia 2019, the biggest gathering of travel trade professionals, is back in Singapore for its twelfth year. The event will take place in Marina Bay Sands on 16-18 October.
Hotelbeds’ MarketHub Asia 2019 tackles how to future-proof your business
“Shifting Futures” is the theme of Hotelbeds’ annual MarketHub Asia event that will take place from 22 to 25 October in Bali, Indonesia.
AirAsia Santan adds Thai street food favourites to menu
AirAsia Santan presents a new menu for the fourth quarter of 2019 under the theme ‘Thai Street Food’, bringing three famous street-side dishes from across Thailand to the sky. The dishes…
Messe Berlin to host maiden Travel Tech Asia 2020
Messe Berlin (Singapore) announced that it will be organising the inaugural Travel Tech Asia 2020 in Singapore. The three-day conference will take place from 21-23 October 2020 at the…
IT&CMA and CTW Asia Pacific 2019 ends on a high note
IT&CMA and CTW Asia Pacific 2019 concluded on a high with delegates expressing positive experiences across board, as a variety of business, learning and networking objectives were…
Destination Europe: The most aspirational for South-East Asian travellers
The scenic beauty, natural landscapes, diversity of cultural attractions and the good weather are just some of the reasons why Europe remains the most aspirational holiday spot among…
Golfasian and Go Golfing tee it off
Golfasian, Asia’s golf tour operator, has established a historic partnership with Go Golfing from Australia. For the first time in its 22-year history, Golfasian will be offering fully…
The rise of the Asian passport
Asia’s dominance appears to be unfaltering in the passport power stakes as Singapore and Japan share the top spots. Entering into the final quarter of 2019, Japan and Singapore continue…
Radisson enters New Zealand with the Australasian biggest management deal of the year
Radisson Hotel Group has signed the biggest Australasian hotel management deal of 2019, as it prepares to enter New Zealand with four new-build properties comprising 777 keys and covering…
Click and chill: AirAsia’s inflight wifi just got faster
AirAsia is upgrading its AirAsia WiFi service, powered by ROKKI, to provide high-speed inflight connectivity to guests. Six aircraft operated by AirAsia Malaysia and two aircraft…
Golfasian expands golf holidays to Sri Lanka
Golfers can now indulge in a golf holiday to Sri Lanka with Asia's largest golf tour operator, Golfasian. As part of an ongoing expansion and increasing requests from return customers,…
PATA, ADB and Plug and Play unveil Travel Lab Asia
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), in partnership with Asian Development Bank (ADB) Ventures and Plug and Play, have announced the launch of Travel Lab Asia (TLA), Asia’s only…
“Let`s talk about Lufthansa Group”: Stefan Molnar spills the beans on Lufthansa Group`s plans in Southeast Asia
With the recent launch of Lufthansa’s new direct Munich-Bangkok service, I tracked down Stefan Molnar, general manager of sales for Lufthansa Group Airlines in Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines…
AirAsia unveils exclusive Kuala Lumpur-Da Lat route
AirAsia has announced the launch of an exclusive route to Da Lat from Kuala Lumpur, further expanding its footprint in Vietnam. The four times weekly service to Da Lat, capital of Lam…
Hotel booking wars? No-Commission Bidroom announces arrival in Asia Pacific
Bidroom, a no-commission membership-based hotel platform, is looking to expand its portfolio within the Asia Pacific region. Launched in 2014 in the Netherlands, Bidroom currently offers…
Beep! Avis Budget’s one-stop training portal now in five Asian languages
Beep, Avis Budget Group’s one-stop-portal for travel trade professionals, is now available in five Asian languages - traditional and simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Thai. The…
Unplugged: W Hotels and Mixcloud present Future Rising Asia
W Hotels Worldwide, the lux rebel of Marriott International, has announced it has once again joined forces with Mixcloud, the world’s leading long form music streaming platform that is…
TUI’s flagship hotel brand expands in Asia
With the TUI Blue Nam Hoi An hotel, TUI Group’s flagship hotel brand will make its debut in Vietnam in March 2020. By expanding in Asia, TUI Group drives the growth roadmap for TUI Blue…
Shandong Airlines-Sabre deal to drive intelligent retailing in China and across Asia
Sabre Corporation announced that China-based carrier Shandong Airlines is the latest to select several intelligent retailing solutions from the Sabre Commercial Platform. Under this…
The big league: Stellar line up of industry giants will headline ITB Asia 2019 keynote sessions
ITB Asia is set to deliver a series of keynote presentations over the event’s 16-18 October dates, in line with 2019’s conference theme, ‘Bold Thoughts, Bold Moves.’ The keynote sessions…
MICE work if you can get it: Hilton exec chats Asian meetings industry and work culture
In yesterday's interview with Hilton executive Matt Fry, we discussed the Asian expansion of Hilton. Today, Hilton's SVP of development in Asia Pacific and I hone in on the MICE industry and…
Asia’s top ten cities for meetings & events
CWT M&E, CWT’s MICE division, has unveiled its top ten of the best locations for holding meetings and events in the Asia Pacific, ahead of the publication of WT’s 2020 Meetings &…
Curio Collection by Hilton debuts in South East Asia with SAii Lagoon Maldives
Hilton announced the opening of SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton, a free-spirited tropical escape that offers sun, sea, style and sustainability, creating a playful…
“More efficient and kinder to the environment”: PAL brings A321neo SR to Asian regional network
Philippine Airlines has announced that it will be bringing the new Airbus A321neo SR aircraft to its Asian regional flights, as part of carrier’s fleet modernisation programme.
The brand…
AirAsia X places 42 plane order with Airbus
AirAsia X has finalised a firm order with Airbus for an additional 12 A330-900 and 30 A321XLR aircraft. The contract was signed by Rafidah Aziz, chairman of AirAsia X and Guillaume…
“Positioned to grow”: Qantas new SVP of Asia talks market share, cabin upgrades and the Qantas Channel
Back at the end of June, Qantas unveiled John Simeone as its new senior vice president for Asia and Papua New Guinea, based in Singapore. To find out more about the new role, I snatched a…
Coming soon: AirAsia India to start direct Delhi-Chennai route
AirAsia India has expanded network with the addition of a daily service between New Delhi and Chennai from September. A joint venture between Tata Sons and AirAsia Berhad, the airline…
Hotelbeds’ MarketHub Asia 2019 explores how travel industry should react to changes
Hotelbeds´ MarketHub Asia is back this October. MarketHub Asia is an invitation-only, three-day event attended by around 300 of the most important Hotelbeds partners from all the key source…
AirAsia connects Kuala Lumpur to hidden island paradise of Belitung
AirAsia launched a new route connecting Kuala Lumpur to Belitung, an island paradise off the east coast of Sumatra, Indonesia. As the first airline that connects Kuala Lumpur and…
Being a responsible tourist in Asia gets easier
Student travel company Ground Asia has created responsible traveller training modules and made them free for anyone interested in travelling responsibly. The move means that not just…
AirAsia cuts fees in Malaysia
AirAsia will remove processing fees for Malaysia for bookings made from 1 October to keep air travel affordable for all. Starting with Malaysia, AirAsia will subsequently remove…
Luxury Escapes launches ‘Experiences’ platform for travellers in Asia
Australian travel deals company Luxury Escapes has announced the launch of its new category-leading product, Experiences. Building on the e-commerce platform’s extensive partnerships…
AirAsia celebrates ASEAN Day
AirAsia has introduced a ‘Sustainable ASEAN’ livery on its newest Airbus A320 to mark ASEAN Day celebrations in Bangkok. Alongside the ASEAN chairmanship logo, the special livery…
“The centre of gravity in the aviation industry is shifting”: 40% of new planes to arrive in Asia
Over 40% of commercial passenger and freighter aircraft manufactured between 2019 and 2038 will be delivered to customers in Asia, according to the latest Cirium Fleet Forecast.
The 2019…
CLIA report shows ‘more cruise destinations’ in Asia
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has released the 2019 Asia Cruise Deployment and Capacity Report, detailing Asia’s planned cruise activity in 2019.
AirAsia receives its first A330neo
AirAsia has taken delivery of its first A330neo aircraft, to be operated by its long-haul affiliate AirAsia X Thailand. The aircraft, delivered by aircraft leasing company Avolon, is the…
Malayasian rainforest sets the stage for chef series
As part of the ongoing chef series, a signature experience at The Datai Langkawi, the resort will welcome London born chef, Nelly Robinson, from 30 August to 1 September 2019, inviting…
Golfasian, Fore Management Group launch Asia Golf Championship
Golfasian and Fore Management Group are delighted to announce the launch of the Asia Golf Championship, a series of four golf events that will be played throughout the year in South-East…
MAHB should prioritise critical issues over proposed KLIA-klia2 integration, says Air Asia
AirAsia has called on Malaysia Airports Holdings (MAHB) to prioritise more critical operational and passenger issues at klia2, rather than on plans to integrate the low-cost carrier hub…
Discova: Buffalo Tours Asia merges with Olympus Tours Americas
Buffalo Tours Asia and Olympus Tours Americas, have announced today that will be joining forces, combining their destination management companies (DMCs) into one global firm called Discova.…
Airbus A220-300 hits the road in Asia
An Airbus A220-300 flight test aircraft will visit six Asian destinations as part of a demonstration tour across the region. After a stopover at Seoul’s Incheon Airport the aircraft heads to…
Bold thoughts, bold moves: ITB Asia unveils latest conference theme
Travel trade show ITB Asia, is set to deliver another year of thought-provoking and inspiring content to industry practitioners as part of its conference programme. Themed ‘Bold…
Destination Bali: Hotelbeds’ looks at the future of the hotel distribution at MarketHub Asia
Global bed bank, Hotelbeds, has announced that tropical haven Bali will be the host destination for the company’s second edition of the ‘Hotelbeds´ MarketHub Asia’, all set for to kick off…
India most popular long-haul destination in Asia for UK travellers this summer
India has emerged as the top travel destination in Asia this summer for travellers from the UK, according to an analysis conducted by Travelport. Globally, the US was the top destination…
AirAsia’s training scholarship for MMA now open
Mixed martial arts (MMA) organisation UFC and AirAsia have announced the opening of the application process for this year’s AirAsia UFC training scholarship.
Now in its second year,…
“Travel is a deep passion for most travellers in Asia Pacific”
Following a recent poll, conducted by Hilton Honors, the Hilton loyalty programme has discovered that, for travellers in APAC, the ability to explore new regions and cultures is not just…
AirAsia India to add nine planes to fleet by end of 2019
AirAsia India has announced plans to strengthen its regional service today. Following the recent grounding of Jet Airways the airline plans to fulfill customer demand for destinations in…
Etihad upgrades aircraft on key Asian routes
Etihad has added capacity to several of its key Asian routes, adding larger aircraft onto its flights to Chengdu, Seoul and Shanghai.
The carrier’s daily Abu Dhabi-Chengdu route has…
Hunger pangs, no more: Red burger on AirAsia menu
AirAsia carrier has now partnered with non-governmental organisation (RED) and New York-based celebrity chef ambassador Hong Thaimee to support the fight against AIDS. And with this…
AirAsia now flying direct from Bangkok to Sihanoukville, Cambodia
AirAsia held a welcoming ceremony for the inaugural flight of its Bangkok (Don Mueang) - Sihanoukville, Cambodia route now operating four times a week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday)…
New operations director at STAAH Southeast Asia: Tim Waterhouse
Armed with 39 years of international hospitality and business experience, the industry veteran Tim Waterhouse joins New Zealand-based technology company STAAH to build and develop on the…
Flight bookings boom to South East Asia from UAE
According to a trends report released by Dubai-based online flight and hotel booking platform, tajawal, South East Asia is the summer hotspot for the UAE travellers. With its wealth of…
ITB Asia introduces new Buyers Elite Partner Programme
ITB Asia has introduced a new Buyers Elite Partner Programme (BEPP). Under the new initiative, with every partner that recommends 15 successful buyers to attend the show, ITB Asia will…
Luxury hotspot: Accor to grow the Raffles brand in Asia, adds Bali and Sentosa in portfolio
Since acquiring the legendary Raffles brand in 2016, the French hospitality group Accor has announced plans to almost double the iconic collection, with recent openings including Raffles…
Asia’s youngest blockchain entrepreneur steals show at Techsauce Global Summit
One of the ASEAN region’s youngest entrepreneurs, KIDLetCoin CEO and co-founder, 10-year-old Kaede Takenaka, spoke about blockchain and cryptocurrencies at this year’s Techsauce Global…
BW Premier Collection sets the stage for Asian debut
Best Western Hotels & Resorts has signed for the first newly-built BW Premier Collection hotel in Asia — Bluphere, BW Premier Collection by Best Western.
New showcase: AirAsia unveils future of long-haul air travel at Paris Air Show
AirAsia, the Asia Pacific launch customer for the Airbus A330neo, unveiled the first of its new generation long-haul fleet at the Paris International Air Show. The aircraft will be based…
Summer Bonanza: AirAsia Sale is back
For a limited time only, AirAsia is taking its ‘free seats sale’ to new heights, launching a bigger and better sale of five million promotional seats.
The sale will begin on 17 June…
GetYourGuide CEO: “Asia and the United States are our next big targets”
GetYourGuide has raised USD 484 million in its Series E funding to conquer the USD 183 billion experiences industry. As the global market for tours and activities grows in an unprecedented…
Tiqets bets big on East Asian powerhouse of Japan
Tiqets.com, the global platform for cultural venues and attractions, headquartered in Amsterdam, is now entering Japan.
“I believe that DMC’s can work together”: I Asia Thailand teams up with Diethelm
Bangkok-based tour operator, I Asia Thailand, has announced its new partnership with Thailand’s longest-serving destination management company (DMC), Diethelm Travel Group, in order to sell…
Spectrum of the Seas arrives at second Asian port in Kochi
Royal Caribbean International’s newest ship Spectrum of the Seas has arrived in Asia, with her second call at Kochi port after Mumbai.
Marriott’s first Tribute Portfolio hotel in South Asia unveiled in Kochi
The hotel joins the growing portfolio of Marriott International in South Asia, celebrating vibrant Indian old-world charm and characteristic design.
Wyndham takes over the Asian tigers
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchisor, is celebrating the launch of its first Wyndham Garden hotel in Vietnam and new properties in Yangon, Myanmar. Wyndham…
The fastest-growing operator in China according to Asian Sky Group
Business jet management company Sino Jet is now the fastest growing operator in China according to statistics released by Asian Sky Group at ABACE2019.
Marriott 7000th hotel reflects the “tremendous opportunity in Asia”
Hospitality giant Marriott International, has announced this morning the official launch of The St. Regis Hong Kong, the company’s 7, 000th hotel. The opening of the 27-story luxury property…
Going green: Data reveals greenest countries in the Asia-Pacific
Analysing a wide range of environmental data sources, information provider ValueChampion has ranked the greenest countries in the region.
Marriott takes on mission to have 1000 hotels in Asia by 2020
Marriott International unleashed its vision to open up 1000 hotels in APAC by the end of 2020 this morning. With an existing 710 properties in 23 countries, the plan is already well under…
AirAsia sets to fly Kuala Lumpur-Quanzhou route
AirAsia has announced it is set to fly to Quanzhou in Fujian, China with a daily direct service from Kuala Lumpur commencing 1 May 2019.
Pavilions Hotels & Resorts announce key appointment for new Asia role
Pavilions Hotels & Resorts has announced it has found the right candidate for its of regional director of sales in Asia, role -- Ludovic Gallerne.
AirAsia sorry for “Get off in Thailand” ad
Malaysian low cost carrier AirAsia apologised for its latest ad campaign after it didn’t sit well with the public.
AirAsia permanently breaks up with Traveloka
AirAsia has permanently withdrawn all of its flights from online travel agent Traveloka after AirAsia’s Indonesia flights disappeared on the platform for the second time in two weeks,…
Thailand, India dominate Asia’s Top 25 Beaches
Thailand and India proved they have the most beautiful beaches in the region as both countries have the most entry in this year’s Top 25 Beaches in Asia by TripAdvisor.
Traveloka expands outside Southeast Asia
Online travel platform and Indonesian unicorn Traveloka has launched in Australia, which is its first expansion outside Southeast Asia.
Pie in the sky? AirAsia to open a restaurant chain
AirAsia wants customers to taste the food they serve in the air.
Southeast Asia fights back! How countries battle pollution and overtourism
Bali, Phuket, Halong Bay, and Boracay used to be paradises on earth but now feature throng of crowds, heavy traffic, and shores defiled with trash.
Destination Asia: The top 12 platforms generating Asian booking revenue
Acquisition platform Siteminder, has revealed its annual list of OTA’s and websites which have brought the highest total booking revenue to Asia in 2018.
AirAsia cries foul after MAHB slaps new legal threat
The rift between AirAsia and Malaysia Airport Holdings Bhd (MAHB) is far from over after the airline announced MAHB has sent a letter demanding the airline withdraw its press statements.
Travel tech this week: AirAsia’s AVA, CashlessSentosa, and more
This week, we saw how companies made use of technology to improve their services, making it convenient for their customers. AirAsia introduced its AI chatbot and Triptease announced…
Overlooking the twin towers: Live it up at the only 4-star ibis in Asia
ibis, the midscale brand from AccorHotels, made its debut in Kuala Lumpur with the opening of ibis Hotel Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC) last August. Well within the shadows of the iconic…
“Just getting to the golf course is an experience” Mark Siegel, GolfAsian
In part one of my interview with Mark Siegel, pioneer of the golfing holiday scene in SE Asia, we spoke about why he sees running GolfAsian is akin to managing Fedex. This week we discuss…
Vung pow! Vienna House arrives in SE Asia
European luxury expert Vienna House, has announced its arrival in Southeast Asia with news that Vienna House Vung Tau is set to open in Vietnam in 2021.
AirAsia files MYR 400m counter-claim against MAHB
AirAsia has revealed that it’s seeking more than MYR 400 million (USD 96.73m) in counter-claims against Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB).
PAL launches three way capital-to-capital routes connecting SE Asia to London
Philippine Airlines (PAL), has announced the launch of the first direct link connecting the Philippines to the capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh, from the airline’s Manila hub.
Bold, distinctive, informal: IHG to launch voco in South East Asia
Just after opening its first voco hotel in Australia — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) has announced its debut in South East Asia.
Travelstop marks major expansion in Asia
Singapore-based business travel start-up Travelstop is launching in seven markets including Indonesia, Thailand, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea and Vietnam.
‘I look at it like Fedex’ says GolfAsian MD, Mark Siegel
One company taking advantage of the continuing popularity of golf in Asia is Thailand’s GolfAsian. To find out more about how the company has grown, I spoke to the man at helm, managing…
Dusit International spurs Asian growth with ASAI debut in Myanmar
Thailand’s Dusit International has signed a hotel management agreement to launch the ASAI brand in Myanmar, slated to open in 2020.
5 sales & HR job openings in travel industry in Southeast Asia
There are a lot of job openings in travel industry. If you are a champion in sales or have a solid people strategy, the following companies could be looking for you.
Tourism: Key to the rise of new-age Asian tigers
Cracking the inbound tourism growth to determine the new age Asian tigers.
Best Western in Asia: “Most exciting period in 72-year history”
Best Western Hotels & Resorts has announced another successful year in Asia with new brands and properties in the fast-growing region.
Winter Wonderland: WebBeds and Switzerland Tourism host well-performing Asian TA’s
WebBeds and Switzerland Tourism announces the winners of a "once-in-a-lifetime fam trip to Switzerland", following a major regional B2B contest that involved travel agents from all across…
“In art we trust”: ARTOTEL fuels Southeast Asian growth
Indonesian hospitality company ARTOTEL Group has announced the successful completion of a strategic investment led by sole investor Intudo Ventures.
AccorHotels opens in “one of South-East Asia’s best-kept secrets”
AccorHotels has announced its latest addition in the South of Phu Quoc — Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay.
WOW Taj: Iceland’s first direct connection to Asia
WOW air has expanded its network from Keflavik Airport by launching the Icelandic hub’s first non-stop flight to Asia, with the airline offering services to Delhi.
Unbound abounds: Hyatt’s luxe collection signs first hotel in Southeast Asia
Hyatt has entered into an agreement with A&B Group for the Nam Nghi Phu Quoc Island to join The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand by early 2019, making it the first Southeast Asian hotel…
Jet, set, go: AirAsia to set up a low-cost carrier in Vietnam
Asia's popular budget carrier, AirAsia has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation reaffirming its intention to set up a low-cost carrier in Vietnam with local partners.
The rise of Asia’s second-tier cities as the new go-to place for tourists
Mastercard has released the Mastercard Asia Pacific Destinations Index (APDI) 2018 — revealing the most preferred travel destinations in Asia.
The last straw: Hotels and resorts in Asia fight back against plastic waste
When it comes to plastics, many have reached the last straw. Here are seven resorts and hotels around Asia that are fighting against plastic waste.
X marks the spot: AirAsia X Indonesia is no more
Following the release of its financial results for Q3 of 2018, AirAsia revealed that AirAsia X Indonesia (IAAX) will end its scheduled operations in the New Year to become a non-scheduled…
5 hot travel jobs in Southeast Asia this week
We have put together a list of five incredible jobs in Thailand that have become available on TD Jobs in the past week. Check out the opportunities below:
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Vietjet now second biggest carrier in Southeast Asia by market cap
Vietnam’s budget flag carrier, VietJet, has grown into the second biggest entity in the skies of Southeast Asia with a bigger market cap than AirAsia.
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.
Where pawns become queens: 5 underrated Asian markets
Asia and the Pacific is a massive market and a fertile ground for travel start-ups.
“We have no intentions of slowing down”: Hilton VP talks Asian expansion
Following the recent debut of Hilton's flagship brand in the Philippines, we caught up with Paul Hutton, VP of operations in Southeast Asia to talk about the hospitality giant's expansion…
Oc-Toba: AirAsia touches down at Silangit International
Lake Toba, Indonesia
Earlier this month the Lake Toba Authority Executive Body (BPODT), a division of the Indonesian Tourism Ministry, signed an agreement with a group of private…
Direct Booking Summit: Asia-Pacific: Triptease selects architectural icon as event hosts
The Fullerton Hotel Singapore has been unveiled as the host location of the inaugural Direct Booking Summit: Asia-Pacific, by event organisers Triptease, this week.
AirAsia Bangkok-Colombo flight aims to showcase beauty of Sri Lanka and Thailand
You can now book AirAsia Bangkok-Colombo flight four times a week. Flying from Bangkok (Don Mueang) to Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka, a destination for faithful Buddhists as well as a…
Kunming soon: AirAsia launches fourth connection to Southwest China
As the capital city of Yunnan Province in Southwest China, Kunming has earnt a reputation as one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region. Known locally as the 'City of Eternal…
“China remains a priority” as Rosewood adds four to Asian network
Hong Kong based luxury hospitality group Rosewood Hotel Group is stepping up its Asia expansion with the opening of four new properties in China, Southeast Asia and India, they announced…
Enlightened travel: AirAsia connects Bangkok to Indian holy city
AirAsia has announced it is stepping up its Indian coverage with the launch of a new service from Thai capital, Bangkok to the holy city of Gaya in the northeast Indian state of Bihar.
AirAsia strengthens Chinese coverage with beefed up Malaysian connections
AirAsia has announced it will be pushing further into China with the launch a new direct service connecting Kuala Lumpur, in Malaysia, to Tianjin from 29 October this year.
AirAsia plunges into thriving Malaysian dive destination
Following the news in September that Air Asia were boosting the coverage of the Malaysia product with a new service between Kuala Lumpur and Kuantan, in Pahang, the airline has now announced…
Diethelm Travel Group takes over Travel Center Asia
Asia inbound travel operator Diethelm Travel Group announced that it has acquired one of Thailand’s leading DMC Travel Center Asia (TCA) and will merge its services. The two companies will…
Finnair boosts convenience on Edinburgh’s Asian connection
Following my interview with Finnair’s CCO, where Juha Järvinen explained the importance of the Asian network to the company’s present and future, the airlines has released details of…
Collateral damage: Tourism industry jolts as natural disasters strike Asia
For the past 25 years, global tourism has been in full upswing. People are travelling more than ever leaving no stone unturned, but one thing that can stop us in our track is natural…
Crazy Rich Asians inspires 10% increase in bookings
After the box office hit Crazy Rich Asians hit the theatres worldwide — the booking platform, Klook, has reported a spike in luxury travel interests and bookings.
Routes Asia 2020 heads back to Thailand
After 14 years, the Routes Asia event will be held in Thailand. Airports of Thailand Plc (AOT) will host Routes Asia 2020 in the cultural city of Chiang Mai.
Asia driving “fastest growth phase” in Finnair’s history, says CCO
Following news of Finnair’s Asian expansion, which most recently has seen the company boost operations in Japan, Hong Kong, and mainland China, I spoke to Finnair’s chief commercial officer,…
ASIA DMC prevails at the World Travel Awards 2018
Destination management company, ASIA DMC, has announced its recent success at the 25th World Travel Awards Gala held in Hong Kong on 3 September 2018.
Seoul becomes Croatia’s first direct far East Asia connection
Korean Air celebrated its inaugural flight from Seoul, South Korea to Zagreb, Croatia on 1 September, marking the first regular service connecting Croatia and Far East Asia directly.
Bangkok “best city to launch” Waldorf Astoria in SE Asia, says Hilton VP
Last week saw the launch of the Waldorf Astoria Bangkok and in order to learn a little more about the hotly anticipated opening – probably the biggest in Bangkok this year.
Taking the piste: Club Med reveals the habits of Asian skiiers
Luxury ski firm Club Med has revealed the habits and influences of 5,500 winter sports lovers, across 11 markets in the China and APAC regions, in its 2018 Snow Holiday Report.
AirAsia takes off to India’s holy city of Amritsar
AirAsia has announced the launch of its new services to Amritsar, home to Sikh’s holiest shrine, The Golden Temple, and other historical and cultural sites.
Coming soon: Air Asia’s new domestic route to Kuantan
Beginning 28 October 2018, AirAsia will commence daily flights from Malaysia’s capital city Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan, the state capital of Pahang.
ibis Kuala Lumpur set to become largest in Asia Pacific
ibis, AccorHotels' midscale brand is set to make its debut in Kuala Lumpur with the opening of ibis Hotel Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC) this August.
Phuket Yacht Show set to turn island into the yachting playground of Asia
The Phuket Yacht Show, a luxury yachting and lifestyle event that attracts thousands of visitors from around the world at the Royal Phuket Marina will be held from 4 – 7 January, 2019.
Hong Kong taps Wego to attract travellers from Southeast Asia
The Hong Kong Tourism Board has partnered with travel marketplace platform, Wego, to promote Hong Kong as a ‘Soul Cool’ summer destination.
Veturis Travel to fuel Asia growth with SiteMinder
Veturis Travel has partnered with the global hotel industry cloud platform, SiteMinder to further cement its presence within the region and Asia. The wholesaler is upping its investment in…
Ninjas, fireflies and the Forbidden City: Isango unveils latest Asian tours
Experience specialists Isango announce new Asian itineraries, including updated trips to Malaysia, Japan, China, and Taiwan.
The “unprecedented” Mediterranean Luxe up and running in Asia
Flush with the spirit of fraternity, the nations of France, Monaco and Spain have joined forces to come together in what has been described by the group, as an “unprecedented collaboration”,…
RedDoorz expands to its third Southeast Asian market in the Philippines
RedDoorz, the budget hotels booking platform that’s been winning cities in Southeast Asia, today announced its expansion into its third market in the region – the Philippines.
The rise in Asia’s middle class – with Graham Brown
The host of Asia Tech Podcast Graham Brown and I talk about the startling statistic that, by 2030, it is forecast that two-thirds of the global middle class will be living in Asia.
Record breaking exhibitor numbers set to be smashed at ITB Asia 2018
With the huge success of last year’s tenth anniversary event, which witnessed over 940 exhibitors from 113 countries setting up shop at the Sands convention centre, ITB Asia 2017 looked like…
Brick by brick, the first Legoland in Asia adds new attractions
Fans of Lego, get ready for new and upcoming attractions at the first brick-themed family resort in Asia, the Legoland Malaysia Resort.
Hilton waves goodbye to plastic straws in the Asia Pacific
Hilton Hotels adds more fuel to its ‘saving the world’ movement by eliminating plastic straws across its portfolio of hotels in the Asia Pacific by the end of this year.
Did Sabre just score a new distribution deal with one of Asia’s biggest airlines?
Hot on the heels of last week’s news that Sabre had renewed its GDS agreement with Vietnam Airways, the travel-tech company has now released news of its new content distribution agreement…
AirAsia partners with Sarawak Tourism Board to support cornerstone music festivals
AirAsia is partnering with the Sarawak Tourism Board (STB) for the upcoming Borneo Jazz Festival to be held in Miri on 11-13 May and the Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) taking place…
Back-Roads Touring leads expansion into Asia with eight new itineraries
British based group-tour specialists Back-Roads Touring has started a new chapter in its 25 year history by branching out from its traditional stamping grounds in the United Kingdom and…
Pandaw announces one-time Asia voyage through southern Burma
Asia cruise pioneer Pandaw has announced a new river and ocean voyage that will explore southern Burma, setting sail on 28 February 28 2019.
AirAsia hits 10 in ASEAN “strategic crossroads” with direct flights to Phuket and Hanoi
Following on from our recent interview with Spencer Lee head of commercial for AirAsia Malaysia, where he discussed the growth of the carrier’s secondary hubs in Langkawi, Johor Bahru and…
Ascott accelerates portfolio pipeline with new partners in Asia
CapitaLand’s serviced residence business unit, The Ascott Limited (Ascott), is accelerating its expansion in Asia by partnering with developers in China, Japan and Thailand.
AirAsia takes off to Silicon Valley to find best start-ups in the world
AirAsia is making its way into US Silicon Valley in search of the best start-ups in the travel industry.
Boom in Asia-to-Europe travel continues, nine new China routes set to start in first half of 2018
ForwardKeys has published new research that provides detailed historical and forward analysis on travel growth between European and APAC Markets.
Amadeus wins contract for Flight Centre’s distribution business in EMEA and Asia
Two industry heavyweights come together today as Amadeus and Flight Centre announce their strategic partnership to drive progress for compliance with IATAs' NDC (New Distribution Capability)…
European travel trends infographic proves old flames never go out – and Asians spend 32% more on accommodation than locals
Travel tech group HospitalityUnited.Club have created European Travel Trends, an infographic outlining key travel metrics and indicators in the continent during 2017.
How Carnival’s new partnership will expand tourism in Japan and create Asian cruise hub
This time last year, the Japanese government announced confirmation of their plans to improve and enhance the capabilities of six ports, in order to attract investment from cruise lines and…
How Alipay brings benefit of Chinese tourist boom to SE Asia’s “smallest” merchants
Continuing their relentless expansion, and commitment to installing their services for the convenience of Chinese travellers and local merchants all around the world, Alipay have announced…
“Bollywood beating Hollywood in China” – APEX Asia 2018 Preview
With Apex Asia kicking off its first day tomorrow, in Shanghai, Travel Daily is running a short series of interviews and preview of this year’s event, packed with opportunities to learn,…
Livn staffs up and expands into India & Asia with key appointments
Asia-Pacific’s leading super aggregator of instantly bookable tour and activities product, today announced it is staffing up and expanding into India and Asia.
Opening the skies with AirAsia Group’s Spencer Lee
Spencer Lee, head of commercial for AirAsia Malaysia, looks quiet and unassuming. But if you talk about travel, the transport industry veteran can hardly contain his excitement. We sat down…
Aviation Festival Asia 2018: introducing HappyOrNot APAC director Chris Armstrong
Aviation Festival Asia is coming into land this Tuesday and as part of my previews of the we speak to HappyOrNot APAC director Chris Armstrong, to find out more about how he got to play…
Aviation Festival Asia 2018: introducing Guest of Honour — Lim Ching Kiat
Following my piece introducing SimpliFlying Innovations Lab and the Aviation Festival hogging the schedules of aviation professionals in Singapore next week -- where I spoke to my boss,…
Travel Daily Asia – Cachet Resort Dewa Phuket competition winners announced!
Travel Daily Asia teamed up with Cachet Resort Dewa Phuket to to offer you the chance to win three amazing prizes prizes -- including a night in one of the Deluxe Rooms at the luxury resort.
Agoda: top destinations for Asians during Chinese New Year 2018
Tokyo has overtaken Bangkok as the number one Chinese New Year (CNY) destination for Asian travellers in 2018, a title held by Bangkok for the last two years, according to global online…
Travel Daily Asia – Conrad Seoul competition winners announced
Travel Daily Asia teamed up with Conrad Seoul to offer two lucky winners a chance to win two nights within a Corner Suite at Conrad Seoul in early 2018.
Frozen Lime Asia partner up with Rategain in strategic alliance
Frozen Lime Asia, a consultant specialising in revenue management, distribution, sales and marketing for hospitality and tourism sectors, has announced its strategic alliance with RateGain,…
SEAsians #GoLoka for Traveloka
Traveloka appears to be crushing Expedia in core SE Asian markets despite their late entry. Will it continue to do so in 2018?
Do as the locals in Asia do with the Be app
Ryan shared that the Be app’s secret lies in keeping the balance between what visitors want and what locals recommend. ‘It’s important that the Be app stays authentic in terms of locations…
How upscale hostels are edging into SE Asia’s mainstream market
New market report question’s if cookie cutter hotels groups will again fall asleep at the wheel as they did with OTA’s and Airbnb. Call them poshtels, hostels or hybrid hotels, but one of…
Opening Asia to branded budget stays, one RedDoorz at a time
RedDoorz aims to be the Uber of budget accommodation: its ecosystem allows owners of unbranded spaces to showcase their properties & reach out to travellers who want to avail of quality…
Eastar Jet sign with Sabre to “to propel us beyond Asia”
Sabre Corporation have announced a new global distribution partnership with Eastar Jet, in line with the airline’s vision to go beyond Asia and popularise air travel by creating a reasonable…
Triptease: Direct Booking Summit set for Asian debut
The Direct Booking Summit — the only event to focus solely on increasing hotels’ direct bookings — is coming to Asia for the first time. Triptease, summit host and pioneer of the Direct…
Macau – Phuket : AirAsia launch nightspot connection
AirAsia celebrated its inaugural flight from Macau - Phuket yesterday, a new route which marks AirAsia’s seventh destination to Macao. Macau - Phuket flight FD625, operated by Thai AirAsia,…
Air Asia X increases flights to the Maldives
AirAsia is increasing its Maldives operations with the commencement of additional services to be operated by its long-haul affiliate AirAsia X, in addition to the daily flights currently…
Vietjet receive first Airbus A321neo in Southeast Asia
Vietjet, has become the first airline in Southeast Asia to acquire an A321neo (new engine option) after the Airbus aircraft landed at Tan Son Nhat International Airport from Hamburg,…
Asia makes strong appearance in adventure travel top 20, but who is number one?
The British Backpacker Society, a popular online adventure travel project, has revealed the world’s leading adventure travel destination.
Which Asian countries made the top 10 locations for budget surfers?
Heads up wannabe surfers! If you want to learn how to ride the waves without wiping out your bank account, a new ranking suggests heading to Ecuador, which offers the most affordable surfing…
Does China Airlines really deserve fifth award as best Airline in north Asia?
It should come as no great surprise that China Airlines that has once again received the nod for best Airline in north Asia by U.S. travel magazine, Global Traveler. Its fifth award in as…
New AirAsia X Berhad Chief Financial Officer named
Low-cost, long-haul carrier AirAsia X Berhad recently announced Wong Mee Yen as its incoming chief financial officer. Prior to AirAsia X Berhad, Wong was chief financial officer for the MRT…
China’s ‘Coconut City’ now open to Southeast Asian tourists
The Haikou Tourism Development Commission of China recently bared plans to welcome Vietnamese and Philippine visitors.
The Hainan province-based agency announced that it was collaborating…
Air New Zealand unveil new head of South East Asia
Air New Zealand has announced the appointment of Jenni Martin as Head of South and South East Asia based in Singapore, replacing Mischa Mannix-Opie who left the company in October.
AirAsia Beyond Aviation – New CEO for Digital Transformation Aireen Omar
AirAsia has announced that its board of directors has unanimously approved senior leadership changes, in line with the AirAsia Group’s new digitalisation strategy.
Fourth Asia Super Team unveil overall winners and reveals MICE big data
The fourth Asia Super Team competition, organized by the Bureau of Foreign Trade and executed by TAITRA, organized a major press event for the final at Taipei International Convention…
Q&A with Rachel Grier, Asia-Pacific managing director for IDeaS Revenue Solutions
Travel Daily sat down with Rachel to discuss tech, MICE and how IDeaS Revenue Solutions has released the potential of “free sell”.
Events Travel Asia reveal “wonderful news” to capitalise on rapid growth
Ahead of leading international business events trade show IBTM World held in Barcelona, young entrepreneur and AFECA Young Professional Award 2017 recipient Max Boontawee Jantasuwan has…
Preferred Hotels & Resorts 25 new additions includes 8 in Asia
Preferred Hotels & Resorts has announced the addition of 25 new member hotels and resorts across eight countries between August and October 2017. From beachfronts in Hawaii to culture…
Travelodge Thailand unveil key property in Asia expansion strategy
Stephen Burt, chairman of Travelodge Asia and Jonathan Wigley, CEO of Travelodge Thailand, have announced the continued growth of the company’s portfolio in Asia with the recent opening of…
A step too far? How four new routes impacted Thai AirAsia profits
Asia Aviation Plc. (AAV), majority shareholder of Thai AirAsia (TAA), has released its operating results for Quarter 3 of 2017 with AAV achieving revenues of Baht 8,734 Million and net…
SATA 2017: Poetree Sarovar Portico wins “Leading Romantic Resort in South Asia”
Poetree Sarovar Portico Thekkady wins the laurel of Leading Romantic Resort/Hotel in South India at SATA 2017 (South Asian Travel Awards).
The award was received by Shri R. Reghunath,…
CWT: what really worries Asia Pacific business travellers?
Recently conducted research by Carlson Wagonlit Travel found that while more than one-third (37 percent) of European travellers are concerned about safety and security, their counterparts…
The perfect match? Singapore host ILTM Asia Pacific 2018
ILTM Asia Pacific which takes place for the first time at the Marina Bay Sands Hotel in Singapore, 21 – 24 May 2018, is attracting the attention of the world’s leading luxury travel brands…
ITB Asia 2017: bigger, better and bolder
Asia's leading travel trade show, ITB Asia 2017, organised by Messe Berlin (Singapore) Pte Ltd, has completed its milestone anniversary event with record-breaking numbers. The tenth edition…
Pair of aces sign for SE Asia’s first Holiday Inn water park
Holiday Inn Vana Nava Hua Hin is delighted to announce two senior appointments ahead of the resort’s opening later this year. Franck Rodriguez has been appointed general manager of Holiday…
Hard Rock’s Asian expansion gains strategic momentum
Furthering their expansion strategy efforts and commitment to growth in Asia, Hard Rock International has announced the promotion of Edward Tracy to chief executive officer in Asia.
Tourico expects “consistent, diversified demand” throughout Asia, says Hillary Wang
Tourico Holidays have shared data reporting a 93 percent overall increase in Asia-Pacific hotel bookings in 2017 compared to the same time in 2016.
Canopy soars into Malaysia for Southeast Asian debut
Canopy by Hilton, and Hass Holdings Sdn Bhd announced the signing of Canopy by Hilton Kuala Lumpur, Bukit Bintang. The latest signing marks the debut of the Canopy by Hilton brand in…
From underdog to industry big beast: ten years of AirAsia X
Long-haul low-cost carrier AirAsia X reaffirms its commitment to make long-haul flying affordable for everyone in celebration of its 10th anniversary, through an extensive network expansion…
Ctrip double-down on tech’ advantages at ITB Asia 2017
Ctrip.com International highlighted the importance of South East Asia and the potential of the region to become a hotspot for China's rapidly growing outbound travel market, at the 10th…
Frozen Lime: the new player on top of future trends, at ITB Asia 2017
In conjunction with ITB Asia 2017 in Singapore, CEO and co-founder of Frozen Lime Asia, Ms Jagdish Sandhu, has announced that hospitality brands can now outsource their revenue,…
ITB Asia 2017 opens to sell-out crowd in Singapore
Celebrating its tenth anniversary, ITB Asia 2017 has opened its doors at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. An expected of more than 11,000 delegates will…
Marriott International on Track to Open 16 New Resorts in Asia Pacific
The new hotels range from tranquil resorts such as the beachfront Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa, which is the company’s first hotel in Sri Lanka, to The Ritz-Carlton Haikou, which…
MICE and Corporate buyers flock to ITB Asia 2017
Celebrating its 10th anniversary as Asia’s Leading Travel Trade Show, ITB Asia 2017 has opened its doors today at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands.
Korea welcomed as new member of the Asia Cruise Cooperation
Hainan Provincial Tourism Development Commission, Hong Kong Tourism Board, Philippine Department of Tourism, the Taiwan Tourism Bureau, and Xiamen Municipal Tourism Development Commission…
InterContinental finally brings Kimpton to Asia
InterContinental Hotels Group, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed three management contracts to introduce its luxury boutique hotel brand, Kimpton Hotels &…
Eco Expo Asia: What are the advantages of eco-vehicles?
The 12th Eco Expo Asia will be held from 26-29 October at the AsiaWorld-Expo. Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, and co-organised by…
Tony Fernandes “AirAsia is poised to become an important part of how people fly in Japan”
AirAsia Japan, the Japanese affiliate of the world’s best low-cost carrier, is back in business with its maiden service from AirAsia Japan’s main hub in Nagoya to Sapporo – the capital of…
Wings “strategically and uniquely positioned” to dominate in Asia
Wings Travel Management targets growth in Asia Pacific with Singapore Acquisition and Appointment of new VP.
AirAsia brings the party to paradise
AirAsia’s newest route lets citizens of Macao and Mainland travel directly to Thailand’s paradise island of Phuket, flying daily and direct from Macao to Phuket starting this January 8,…
Q & A with Javine Tan, business development manager, for Traveltek Group Ltd in SE Asia
UK travel technology specialist Traveltek has opened a Singapore office,
marking its foray in South-East Asia – a market where its advanced solutions can help the travel industry keep pace…
Disney face lift to push Marvel and Frozen in Asian markets
Hong Kong Disneyland Resort have officially kicked off the multi-year transformation of the park, with new attractions and entertainment experiences that will bring Disney characters and…
The Global Travel Group hosts Asia fam trip
The Global Travel Group’s recently hosted a fam trip to Singapore and Malaysia sponsored by Travel 2 and Gold Medal.
Seven The Global Travel Group agents enjoyed the view from…
SureStay Hotel Group enters the Asian market
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Sukhumvit 2 welcomed its first guests this month, in the heart of downtown Bangkok.
Hotelogix Mobile Hotel app launches at ITB Asia 2017
Hotelogix is set to launch its revolutionary mobile app, Hotelogix Mobile Hotel, at ITB Asia, 2017.
Asia DMC’s Linh Le to push sustainable tourism at WTM London 2017
Destination management company, ASIA DMC, will demonstrate its environmental credentials next month when group managing director, Linh Le, debates the critical issue of sustainable tourism…
Asia dominates World’s 50 Best Bar awards
The World’s 50 Bars announced its highly anticipated list and awards at a live ceremony in London, at the end of last week. The rankings are created by the votes of an academy with over 500…
Thailand to cement its position as Asia’s top romantic destination
Worldwide Events, today announced its major partnership with Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) for the revolutionary romance travel event, Amour Asia Pacific taking place in Bangkok,…
Traveltek Group launches in Southeast Asia
Traveltek Group Ltd has made its debut in Southe ast Asia, introducing a potentially game-changing booking solutions to the region’s tech-hungry travel industry.
IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Pacific 2017 focuses on education.
In depth knowledge building was the core of an amplified education programme across 22 forum sessions at IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Pacific 2017.
Hilton: New Area President in Asia Pacific
Hilton announced Alan Watts as executive vice president & president of Asia Pacific (APAC) this week. In his new role, Watts will oversee the operations of more than 200 Hilton…
MSpa International appoint Patrick Huey as Group Director of Spa – Asia
Currently on the Board of Directors of the International SPA Association (ISPA), Patrick joins Minor Hotel’s MSpa International in Bangkok from the Caribbean.
Patrick brings a…
AirAsia connects Macao to Johor Bahru
AirAsia, is continuing its network expansion by introducing Macao to Johor Bahru, Malaysia starting 28 November 2017.
The new Macao-Johor Bahru route with daily direct flights will…
SALA Hospitality appoints AsianKeys
Capitalising on the continued growth and strength of the China inbound market to Thailand, SALA Hospitality has appointed AsianKeys to represent the boutique hospitality brand’s seven…
Oakwood: Best Serviced Apartment at HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards
Oakwood Worldwide, was awarded Best Serviced Apartment Group at the recent HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards 2017.
“We are absolutely delighted to receive this award that recognizes…
Holland America Line enhances Asia programme
Holland America Line has announced an enhanced Asia programme for winter 2018/19.
Early bookers can benefit from its Explore4 offer.
The recently refreshed ms Westerdam will offer…
Destination Asia: Senior executive appointments
Destination Asia, has announced new key management positions James (Jim) Reed, formerly CEO and one of the founders of Destination Asia Group, has been appointed executive chairman and…
Thai AirAsia X increases flight frequency to Osaka
Thai AirAsia X is to increase the flight frequency of its Bangkok (Don Mueang) to Osaka (Kansai) route to two flights per day, offering travellers the flexibility to fly in the morning…
Anantara Vacation Club & Asia Miles Launch Partnership
Anantara Vacation Club has announced a new partnership with Asia Miles. The partnership enables Club Points Owners to enjoy a wide range of options on travel and lifestyle offers from Asia…
Bangkok to erect Southeast Asia’s highest tower
459-metre-high tower will rank 6th among the world's tallest towers
AccorHotels announce 800th hotel in Asia Pacific
Sofitel Singapore City Centre will open its doors in October
Carlson Rezidor appoints Katerina Giannouka as president of Asia Pacific
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, today announced the appointment of Katerina Giannouka as president, Asia Pacific. She will be based in Singapore, at Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group’s Asia Pacific…
Scenic launches 2018/19 luxury Southeast Asia river cruise brochure
Scenic has released its 2018/19 Southeast Asia river cruising with itineraries cruising down the waterways of the Mekong and Irrawaddy rivers.
Across all of the cruise lines six Southeast…
And Action! First Ever Monaco Film Festival in Asia
The Monaco Government Tourist and Convention Authority will be hosting Asia’s first Monaco Film Festival this October in Singapore
The Hotelier Awards 2017 Asia Finalists Announced
The Hotelier Awards, the annual awards recognising individuals’ professional excellence across the hospitality sector in Asia, have today announced the 2017 finalists.
Now in their…
Mariner Of The Seas’ Last Asian Cruise
Mariner of the Seas,Royal Caribbean International’s biggest cruise ship in Asia, returned to Singapore this weekend before embarking on her longest and final season.
Operating out of Asia…
Agents can experience Mekong sailings following Asia cruise conference
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced details of the three-night river cruises that will take place after its first Asia Cruise Conference being held in Ho Chi Minh in…
Clia releases 2016 Asia cruise industry report
The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), has released the findings from two new reports about the Asian Cruise market.
The first, 2017 Asia Cruise Trends, is an analysis…
Air Asia rolls our “Red Carpet” for Premium-Seeking Customers
AirAsia is offering another premium service with the new “AirAsia Red Carpet” option, the company has said in a statement.
This will offering travellers an exclusive check-in counter,…
Wendy Wu launches largest Asia collection and Immerse Yourself holidays
Wendy Wu has launched its largest collection of holidays to China, Southeast Asia and India for 2018/2019.
In conjunction with the launch, the operator is offering agents a business…
Asia’s new luxury cruise liner emerges from shipyard
World Dream, the new luxury cruise ship dedicated to the Asian market, has been "floated out" of the shipyard in Germany, bearing distinctive Chinese artwork on its hull.
The new 18-deck,…
IHG aims to become lifestyle choice for Asian travellers
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is planning to launch a series of new lifestyle hotels - including new brands – across Asia, as it seeks to target the new wave of affluent middle…
The latest appointments, including CWT’s new managing director for Asia
BINDU BHATIA has been named as Carlson Wagonlit Travel's new managing director for Asia Pacific, effective 1 September. She succeeds Kai Chan, who will be leaving the company. Ms Bhatia,…
Asian countries flock to WTM
The organisers of the World Travel Market (WTM) have revealed a sharp rise in interest from the Asia Pacific region.
According to Reed Travel Exhibitions, rising demand for exhibition…
Qatar Airways adds more flights to South Asian capitals
Qatar Airways continues to expand its South Asian operations with the launch of additional flights to two regional capitals: Colombo and Dhaka.
Effective 1 September 2017, the…
Alternative accommodation offers home comforts for Asian travellers
The majority of Asian travellers who book non-hotel accommodation do so when they're travelling close to home, a new report has revealed.
In a study into the behaviour of Asians…
AirAsia campaign empowers Malaysian women
AirAsia recently collaborated with Malaysia's Ministry of Women, Family & Community Development to launch its #GirlsCanDoAnything campaign, hosting a group of 84 female students at the…
Asia’s first Yotel opens for bookings
Yotel will soon launch its first ever property in Asia and guests are now able to make bookings at the new Yotel Singapore for stays from 1 November 2017.
The cabin-style hotel will be…
Asian air route updates, including connections to Krabi, Chongqing and Hiroshima
Malaysia Airlines to launch Chongqing route
Where? Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) to Chongqing (China)
When? Three times a week, effective 30 October 2017
Who? Malaysia Airlines
Why?…
Saga adds Georgia and Armenia to Central Asia programme
Saga Holidays has introduced a Caucasus Calling! tour exploring the former soviet republics of Georgia and Armenia, expanding its programmes in Central Asia.
The tour includes 26…
AirAsia starts flying to Cambodia’s coast
AirAsia has launched its first flights to Sihanoukville, Cambodia's main coastal resort.
This week, the low-cost carrier commenced a new non-stop service which will now operate four…
Klook to lure more Asian visitors to Korea
Klook, the Asian attraction, tour and activity booking platform, has signed a new agreement aimed at attracting more international visitors to South Korea.
The memoranda of…
Taking Flight: Onboard Wi-Fi in Asia Pacific
In recent years, the Asia Pacific region - the world’s fastest growing aviation market - has been seeing rapid development and increasing popularity in in-flight connectivity (IFC).…
Trafalgar launches 2018 Asia brochure with five new journeys
Trafalgar has launched its 2018 Asia programme offering travellers a choice of 22 exotic, hand-crafted journeys.
The collection features five new itineraries; three in Japan, one in…
Star Cruises reveals triple Southeast Asian homeports
Star Cruises has revealed plans to homeport one of its ships in three Southeast Asian ports from next month.
From 3 September 2017 onwards, SuperStar Libra will be based at Kuala Lumpur,…
Asian air route updates from HK Express, Cambodia Angkor Air, Qatar Airways and more
AirAsia adds Malaysian domestic connection
Where? Kuching to Langkawi (both Malaysia)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? AirAsia
Why? Low-cost carrier…
Fiji Airways targets Asia with new codeshare
Fiji Airways will be able to attract more Asian travellers in future, following the signing of a codeshare agreement with Hong Kong Airlines.
The arrangement will see the Fijian…
Preferred adds nine hotels in Asia Pacific
Preferred Hotels & Resorts has continued to expand its global collection of properties with the addition of 23 new member hotels, nine of which are located in the Asia Pacific…
Qatar Airways adds more flights to Southeast Asia
Qatar Airways has launched more flights to multiple destinations in Southeast Asia.
The Doha-based carrier has started adding extra services to the Vietnamese cities of Ho Chi Minh…
Destination Asia launches new trade website
Destination Asia has launched a new B2B website especially for its travel trade partners.
The new "Agent Hub" will provide travel agents and other trade partners with a series of…
Thai AirAsia plans Indian double
Thai AirAsia will significantly boost its Indian network next month with the launch of two new routes.
The Bangkok-based low-cost carrier will kick off its expansion on 28 September…
Asian air route updates from Thai Smile, Lao Airlines, Jetstar and more
Thai Smile flies to Lucknow
Where? Bangkok (Thailand) to Lucknow (India)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? Thai Smile
Why? Thai Airways' regional subsidiary taps…
Romantic travel trade event to arrive in Asia
A travel trade event dedicated to romantic travel will come to Asia for the first time next year.
Amour, which launched in Venice in 2017, will further expand its global reach in…
Hilton opens 200th hotel in Asia Pacific
Hilton Worldwide has opened Waldorf Astoria Chengdu, the company's 200th hotel in Asia Pacific.
Located in the capital of western China's Sichuan province, the new 289-room luxury…
Oman Air spreads wings in Asia Pacific
Oman Air has expanded its Asia Pacific network with the signing of a codeshare partnership with Malaysia Airlines.
Effective immediately, Oman Air passengers will be able to connect…
Expedia targets Southeast Asia with latest investment
Expedia is setting its sights on Southeast Asia's booming travel industry following the acquisition of a stake in Traveloka, the Indonesian OTA.
The US-based online travel giant has…
UK’s Eden Project expands into Asia Pacific
The company that operates the Eden Project, an environmental visitor attraction in the UK, is planning to bring the concept to the Asia Pacific region.
The Times newspaper reported this…
JAL, Vietjet form new Asian alliance
JAL and Vietjet have agreed to join forces, forming another alliance on routes between Japan and Vietnam.
Eighteen months after ANA and Vietnam Airlines first announced plans to become…
Affordable fares drive Asian air traffic
Asia's airlines carried a combined total of 155 million international passengers in the first half of 2017, 5.5% more than the same period last year.
This is according to the latest…
Asia Pacific to need quarter of a million new pilots
Airlines based in the Asia Pacific region will need to find more than a quarter of a million new pilots over the next 20 years, Boeing has predicted.
According to the "2017 Pilot and…
Asian air route updates from Hainan Airlines, AirAsia, Qatar Airways and more
China gets reconnected to Belgrade
Where? Beijing (China) to Belgrade (Serbia)
When? Twice a week, effective 15 September 2017
Who? Hainan Airlines
Why? Expanding links with Europe as…
SIA to offer more Asian connections for “Capital Express”
Singapore Airlines has announced that its "Capital Express" service to Canberra and Wellington will be retimed to allow more Asian passengers to connect to the flights.
From 28…
Asian air route updates, including new flights to Chiang Mai, Clark and Tianjin
Russian carrier flies 777 to Hainan
Where? Moscow Domodedovo (Russia) to Haikou (China)
When? Once a week, effective immediately
Who? VIM Airlines
Why? Handling rising Russian demand…
Funway offers South East Asian style weddings
New for 2017, Funway Holidays is offering South East Asian (Indian) style weddings as part of its new partnership with AMResorts.
These are multi-day events, which AMResorts specialise…
Asian travel costs to rise in 2018
The cost of travelling in the Asia Pacific region is expected to increase next year, in line with continued strong demand.
According to the fourth annual 2018 Global Travel Forecast…
Asian cities poles apart in taxi charts
Asia is home to some of the world's cheapest and most expensive airport taxi fares, a new report has revealed.
In its "2017 Taxi Price Index", London-based Carspring found that a cab…
Travelport allows Asian agents to go mobile
Travelport has launched a new mobile solution for travel agents and TMCs in the Asia Pacific region.
With 50% of this year's global mobile travel sales expected to originate in Asia…
Delta introduces new long-haul aircraft for Asia
Delta Air Lines has taken delivery of its first Airbus A350 aircraft, which will be mainly deployed on trans-Pacific routes to Asia.
The new long-haul aircraft will be able to seat 306…
High-end hotels dominate Asian development
Hotel development in the Asia Pacific region is accelerating, according to STR's latest pipeline report.
In total there are now 270,976 rooms under construction in the region, which…
Flight Centre收购亚洲酒店集团BHMAsia
Flight Centre日前收购了总部位于曼谷的亚洲酒店管理公司BHMAsia，标志着这家旅游公司首次涉足利润丰厚的酒店和别墅业务。
该集团在泰国管理了14家酒店，还有19处地产正在开发中。这次收购的目标是“加强Flight Centre快速发展的目的地旅游体验分支”，这也是其继休闲旅游、企业旅游之外的第三大业务分支。…
Asian tourism leaders commit to annual charity bike tour
Several Asian tourism companies have signed up for a new charitable corporate bike tour, which is being organised by Yaana Ventures.
The inaugural three-day 'Yaana Bike Challenge'…
Asian air route updates from PAL, AirAsia, Hong Kong Airlines and more
Tianjin Airlines starts flying to Vladivostok
Where? Tianjin (China) to Vladivostok, pictured (Russia)
When? Twice a week, effective immediately
Who? Tianjin Airlines
Why? Connecting…
AirAsia celebrates 10 years in Shenzhen
AirAsia has celebrated the 10 anniversary of flying to Shenzhen's Bao’an International Airport.
The low-cost carrier first started operating to the Pearl River Delta city in July…
Royal Caribbean marks 10th anniversary in Asia
Royal Caribbean has celebrated the 10th anniversary of its operations in Asia.
A major celebration was held at Singapore's Clifford Pier on 7 July, which brought together more than 150…
FIT Ruums to distribute Rail Europe in Asia
FIT Ruums, the Asian B2B travel distributor, has formed a new partnership with Rail Europe that will enable the region’s travel agents to book European train tickets and passes.
The…
Flight Centre agrees to acquire Asian hotel group
Flight Centre Travel Group has agreed to acquire Bespoke Hospitality Management Asia (BHMAsia), the Bangkok-based hotel management company.
The acquisition will be the Australia's based…
AirAsia launches corporate travel programme
AirAsia is stepping up its efforts to target business travellers with the launch of a new corporate travel programme.
Under its new "MyCorporate" scheme, AirAsia will offer a series of…
Asian air route updates from AirAsia, Fiji Airways, China Eastern and more
Guiyang gets Italian charter flights
Where? Milan (Italy) to Guiyang, pictured (China)
When? Once a week, from 10 July to 2 October 2017
Who? Neos
Why? Italian charter carrier creates…
AirAsia India to go international
AirAsia India is aiming to launch international operations later this year, following the expansion of its fleet.
The Economic Times reported the low-cost carrier's CEO, Amar Abrol,…
The latest appointments, including Cachet Hotel Group’s Southeast Asian execs
KIMY CHEN has been announced as Cachet Hotel Group's new president of Southeast Asia. The move marks a promotion for Ms Chen, who previously helped grow the Cachet brand in Greater…
United upgrades Asian routes with new 777s
United Airlines is upgrading three more of its Asian routes with the deployment of its revamped Boeing 777-300ER aircraft to Taipei, Beijing and Tokyo.
On 1 August 2017, the US carrier…
Wendy Wu Tours launches 2018 Asia sale
Wendy Wu Tours has launched its 2018 Asia Sale with savings of up to £500 per couple on tours to China, Southeast Asia, India and Japan.
The operator has also lowered deposits to…
Asian air route updates from Air Canada, Shanghai Airlines and more
Air Canada adds new passage to India
Where? Toronto (Canada) to Mumbai (India)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? Air Canada
Why? National carrier continues…
AirAsia arrives in the USA
AirAsia reached a major milestone this week when it touched down in the US for the first time.
Flight D7001, operated by long-haul unit AirAsia X, landed at Honolulu International Airport…
Asian air route updates from AirAsia, China Airlines, Malindo and more
AirAsia connects Thailand's regional cities
Where? Chiang Mai to Ubon Ratchathani (both Thailand)
When? Daily, effective immediately
Who? Thai AirAsia
Why? Low-cost carrier provides…
AirAsia bolsters fleet to meet short-term demand
AirAsia has ordered 14 more Airbus A320 aircraft, as it aims to meet short-term demand on its short-haul network.
The low-cost carrier already had outstanding orders for almost 400…
Asian air route updates from Lufthansa, Hainan Airlines and more
IndiGo boosts domestic network
Where? Delhi to Chennai (both India)
When? Daily, effective immediately
Who? IndiGo
Why? India's largest domestic carrier, in terms of market share,…
Asian aviation outlook “remains positive”
Airlines based in the Asia Pacific region carried a combined total of 25.2 million international passengers in May 2017, up 5.4% year-on-year.
According to the latest data from the…
Zumata expands AI-based hotel distribution across Asia
Zumata, which claims to be the "world’s only artificial intelligence-powered hotel distribution and technology company", is expanding into Asia.
Having established a presence in North…
Delta starts selling A350 premium products on Asian routes
Delta Air Lines has started selling its new Delta One and Delta Premium Select products, which are due to debut on the airline's Airbus A350 aircraft.
Entering service in the fourth…
Expanding Preferred focuses on Asia’s fast-growing markets
Preferred Hotels & Resorts is targeting several key Asia Pacific markets, including Vietnam and Indonesia, as it bids to expand its portfolio and capitalise on the Asian travel boom.…
FCM merges corporate travel brands in Asia
Flight Centre is merging its corporate travel operations in Asia.
The company today announced plans to combine FCM and Corporate Traveller in Greater China, Malaysia and Singapore, in…
Asian air route updates, including multiple new flights between China and Thailand
Thailand's NewGen taps Chinese demand for Krabi
Where? Krabi (Thailand) to Hefei (China)
When? Three times a week, effective immediately
Who? NewGen Airways
Why? Thai carrier adds…
Half of Asia’s new hotel rooms to rise in China
More than half of the hotel rooms currently under construction in Asia Pacific are located in China.
According to the latest regional pipeline report from STR, there are now 1,189…
AirAsia connects Bangkok with the Maldives
AirAsia has unveiled plans to launch a new service allowing Thai travellers to fly direct to the Maldives.
Commencing on 11 August 2017, the low-cost carrier will operate daily…
The latest Asian appointments from Shangri-La, Travelport, Tourism NZ and more
OLIVER BONKE has been announced as Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts' new president & chief operating officer, effective 1 September. Bonke has nearly 30 years of experience, including…
Lufthansa adds Asian links from Munich
Lufthansa has unveiled plans to launch a series of long-haul services from Munich next summer, including new flights to key Asian cities.
For summer 2018, the German national carrier…
Asian air route updates from Thai AirAsia, Air Canada, Lao Airlines and more
AirAsia adds low-cost link to Danang
Where? Bangkok Don Mueang (Thailand) to Danang (Vietnam)
When? Daily, effective immediately
Who? Thai AirAsia
Why? Low-cost carrier expands…
Marriott supports Asian women
Marriott International has formed a new partnership aimed at helping improving the employment prospects of women in Asian countries.
The hotel group will now support the Asian University…
Mobile Travel Shopping and Booking Ascends in Southeast Asia
Individual travel markets within Southeast Asia showcase distinct shopping and booking trends. While computers remain the more popular device for travel shopping and booking among Southeast…
Hilton brings Curio Collection to Asia Pacific
Hilton has launched its upscale Curio Collection in the Asia Pacific region, with the opening of a new hotel near Sanya, the Chinese beach resort.
The new Sanya Yazhou Bay Resort, Curio…
Pentahotels embarks on Southeast Asian expansion drive
Pentahotels, the midscale lifestyle hotel brand, has signed its first ever property in Thailand, as it embarks on a major expansion in Southeast Asia.
Following an agreement with the…
Asian air route updates from AirAsia, Bangkok Airways, Air Astana and more
AirAsia launches Borneo's new intra-island route
Where? Kuching (Malaysia) to Pontianak (Indonesia)
When? Daily, effective immediately
Who? AirAsia
Why? Low-cost carrier expands…
The latest appointments from Travelport, AirAsia, Mandarin Oriental and more
MING FOONG has become Travelport's new managing director for Greater China & Online Business Group Asia Pacific. Having joined Travelport in 2012, Foong’s most recent role was…
ILTM Asia rebrands and moves to Singapore
ILTM Asia will become ILTM Asia Pacific and move to Singapore in 2018.
The luxury travel show, which currently is currently held in Shanghai, will switch to Singapore's Marina Bay…
Asian airlines earn less than US$5 per passenger
The profits of airlines in the Asia Pacific region are expected to fall by US$700 million in 2017, despite a double-digit increase in passenger demand.
According to IATA's latest…
Air Canada adds three Asian routes
Air Canada will launch three new Asian routes in the next 30 days, as it continues to expand the international networks of its mainline carrier and leisure airline, Air Canada Rouge.…
Asian air route updates: including Singapore Airlines’ latest European connection…
SIA expands A350 network in Europe
Where? Singapore to Stockholm (Sweden)
When? Five times a week, effective immediately
Who? Singapore Airlines
Why? SIA continues to utilise its new…
Interstate targets Asian hotel investors
Interstate Hotels & Resorts has set up a new business aimed at providing hotel management services to Asian owners looking to invest in properties in the US and Europe.
The new…
Asian air route updates: new flights from JAL, Air Astana, China Southern and more…
China Southern adds Shenzhen's first link to Melbourne
Where? Shenzhen (China) to Melbourne (Australia)
When? Twice a week, effective immediately (rising to three times a week on 3 July…
Independent Asian hotels seek mobile agility to help them compete
Independent and small hotel groups in Asia are seeking to harness the benefits of mobile solutions in order to attract more bookings and compete with larger chains.
Speaking to Travel…
UK, Germany to remain Asia’s top European source markets
The UK and Germany will remain the most important European markets for Asia Pacific destinations this year, despite the rise of Russia.
This is according to PATA's Asia Pacific…
Outrigger Maldives adds new Asian dining options
The Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort has unveiled three new dining options, designed to appeal to visitors from Asian countries.
The new Asian Street Food Market features a mostly…
Marriott opens two hotels per week in Asia Pacific
Marriott International is on track for a strong year in Asia Pacific, with nearly 80 hotels targeted to open, adding 19,000 new rooms to the region.
In addition, the hotel group will…
CLIA to host its first ever Asia River Cruise Conference
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced that it is to hold a River Cruise Conference in Asia in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
The inaugural Asia event will commence on 10th…
Melia bullish on Asian expansion
Melia Hotels International continues to focus its expansion efforts on Asia, as it seeks to boost its performance by tapping into some of the world's fastest-growing travel markets.…
Asian air route updates: new flights from AirAsia X, SriLankan, SilkAir and more…
Thai Lion links Bangkok with Bali
Where? Bangkok Don Mueang (Thailand) to Denpasar (Indonesia)
When? Daily, effective 1 July 2017
Who? Thai Lion Air
Why? Connecting two of Southeast…
CLIA to host its first ever Asia River Cruise Conference
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced that it is to hold a River Cruise Conference in Asia in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
The inaugural Asia event will commence on 10…
Asian travel companies to invest in data analytics
The use of data will become an increasingly important part of travel business operations in Asia in the coming years, a study undertaken by Hotelbeds Group has found.
In a survey…
Hotelbeds eyes Asian expansion following GTA acquisition
Hotelbeds Group is making a strategic push into the Asian market following its recent acquisitions of Tourico Holidays and GTA, the company’s bedbank managing director, Carlos Muñoz, has…
Hotelbeds heads to Bangkok for inaugural MarketHub Asia event
Hotelbeds Group has chosen Bangkok as the host destination for the first edition of its MarketHub Asia event.
The industry conference will bring together top executives from across…
AirAsia agrees to drive tourism in Terengganu
AirAsia has signed a new agreement aimed at bringing more tourists to the Malaysian state of Terengganu.
The low-cost carrier penned a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with the Terengganu…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Garuda, KLM, AirAsia and more…
Bali gets another Chinese connection
Where? Bali (Indonesia) to Chengdu (China)
When? Three times a week, effective 22 May 2017
Who? Garuda Indonesia
Why? Part of the Indonesian…
Langham unveils Asia Pacific growth plans for Cordis
Langham Hospitality Group has unveiled plans for the expansion of its new upper-upscale brand, Cordis Hotels & Resorts, across Asia Pacific.
Following Cordis' global debut in Hong…
Princess Cruises adds two “Grand Asia” voyages
Princess Cruises has added two more 14-day "Grand Asia" voyages to its 2018 itineraries, with its newest ship, Majestic Princess, sailing between Shanghai and Singapore.
The first voyage…
AirAsia opens up Cambodia’s coast
AirAsia is expanding its operations in Cambodia with the launch of flights to Sihanoukville, the country's main beach resort.
Commencing on 9 August 2017, the new service will operate…
Intra-regional travel drives 94% of Asian arrivals
Asian tourism is now almost completely reliant on intra-regional travel, a new report from PATA has revealed.
Releasing its full-year arrivals data for 2016, the association reported that…
Rove continues Asian expansion with Malaysian launch
Following the recent announcement that Rove will launch in Vietnam, the Asian DMC has now added Malaysia to its network with a new trekking tour in Borneo.
The new 11-day tour is…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Norwegian, Spring, Air China and more…
Spring adds low-cost link between key Asian cities
Where? Shanghai Pudong (China) to Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? Spring Airlines
Why?…
Asia drives Solomon Islands tourism growth
The Solomon Islands experienced rising international visitor arrivals in 2016, driven by a sharp increase in interest from Asia.
According to data released this week by the Solomon…
Cambodia’s newest airline spreads wings across Asia
JC International Airlines, the Chinese-backed Cambodian carrier that launched earlier this year, has started adding a series of new routes across Asia.
Previously the only overseas route…
Indonesia AirAsia starts flying to India
Indonesia AirAsia Extra, the long-haul low-cost carrier, will launch its first flights to India this week.
On Friday 19 May 2017, the airline will start flying from Bali to Mumbai,…
AirAsia “explores” COMAC C919
AirAsia is "exploring" the COMAC C919, China's new domestically-made passenger aircraft.
As part of the airline's move into the mainland Chinese market, AirAsia's executive chairman,…
AirAsia to launch Chinese airline
AirAsia has signed an agreement for its most ambitious venture to date: a low-cost carrier based in mainland China.
The Malaysian company has penned a memorandum of understanding (MoU)…
Discover new south east Asia tours with Cosmos
Cosmos says its new holiday adventures in south east Asia are perfect for viewers inspired by the latest Sunday night TV travel series with comedy duo, Dara O’Briain and Ed Byrne, as they…
Best Western confirms Asia’s first SureStay hotel
Best Western has confirmed that Asia's first ever SureStay hotel will open in downtown Bangkok in the fourth quarter of 2017.
SureStay Plus Sukhumvit 2 is a brand new "premium economy"…
CLIA opens membership to Asian agents
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has started allowing Asian travel agents to join its membership and accreditation programme.
At an event in Jakarta yesterday, held in…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Korean Air, Vietjet, Air Canada and more…
Korean Air connects Seoul with Spain
Where? Seoul (South Korea) to Barcelona (Spain)
When? Three times a week, effective immediately
Who? Korean Air
Why? Rising demand for flights…
Marriott brings green hotel brand to Southeast Asia
Marriott International has introduced yet another hotel brand to Southeast Asia, with the launch of Element Kuala Lumpur.
Initially created by Starwood in 2008, Element Hotels is an…
Lufthansa focuses on Hong Kong for Asian growth
Lufthansa has reaffirmed the importance of Hong Kong to its expansion plans in Asia Pacific.
In his first briefing with media this week, the group's newly-appointed senior director of…
APT celebrates growth in river cruise with Asia offers
APT has reported significant growth across its river cruise portfolio in the first quarter of 2017 with a 60% uplift in sales compared to the same period last year.
According to APT’s…
ITB Asia sees strongest demand ahead of 10th anniversary show
ITB Asia has revealed that it is experiencing strong demand from exhibitors for floorspace at its 10th anniversary show, which takes place this October.
The trade show's organiser,…
AirAsia India soars in first quarter
AirAsia India experienced a sharp rise in passenger traffic in the first quarter of 2017, as the fledgling low-cost carrier continued to expand its operations.
For the three months to…
Southeast Asia drives growth of Muslim travel market
Southeast Asian countries including Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia are helping to drive the rapid growth of the Muslim travel market, a new report has revealed.
The latest…
Korean Air adds to Spain’s Asian boom
The recent proliferation of air routes between Spain and the Far East has continued, with the launch of Korean Air's inaugural flight to Barcelona.
The national carrier touched down at…
Four Points adds another country to Asian portfolio
Marriott International has launched its midscale Four Points by Sheraton brand in Japan, with the opening of a new hotel on the northern island of Hokkaido.
The Four Points by Sheraton…
AirAsia traffic soars in first quarter
AirAsia saw a sharp rise in its passenger traffic in the first quarter of 2017.
In the first three months of the year, the group's five short-haul budget airlines carried a combined total…
Viceroy to make Southeast Asian debut at Vietnam mega-resort
Luxury hotel company Viceroy is set to make its debut in Southeast Asia, with a new project at Cocobay - the huge integrated resort rising on Vietnam's central coast.
Set to open in 2020,…
RCCL new Quantum class ship to sail from Asia-Pacific
Royal Caribbean International has unveiled future plans for the first Quantum Ultra-class ship to be based in the Asia-Pacific region. Set to be launched in spring 2019, the yet-to-be-named…
AirAsia acquires stake in travel planning start-up
AirAsia is acquiring a 50% stake in Touristly Travel, the Malaysian online travel planning start-up.
The deal, which will consist of an asset injection and loan valued at MYR11.5…
AirAsia goes large
AirAsia will introduce an Airbus A330 aircraft on two routes this month, marking the first time the short-haul low-cost carrier has utilised large, twin-aisle large aircraft.
From 19…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Hainan Airlines, AirAsia India, Cebgo and more…
Top Asian beach resorts get first direct link
Where? Sanya (China) to U-Tapao (Thailand)
When? Three times a week, effective immediately
Who? Hainan Airlines
Why? Providing the first…
Taiwan eases visa rules for Asian visitors
Taiwan is easing visa restrictions for a number of Asian countries, in a bid to boost regional trade and tourism.
The island's Ministry of Foreign Affairs revealed that, effective 1…
Hong Kong Airlines teams up with Asiana
Hong Kong Airlines has entered into codeshare partnership with Asiana Airlines, in an effort to provide more flight options between Hong Kong and South Korea.
Under the new agreement,…
500,000 new hotel rooms to open in Asia Pacific
Asia Pacific's hotel room supply will swell in the coming years, with more than half a million new rooms in the pipeline across the region.
According to STR's latest development…
Asia’s mega populations drive global air traffic growth
Asia’s most populous countries are among the fastest-growing markets in the world for air travel, new data has revealed.
According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), a…
Asian air route updates: new flights from SilkAir, SpiceJet and more…
Korean LCC connects to Vietnamese coast
Where? Deagu (South Korea) to Danang (Vietnam)
When? Five times a week, effective immediately
Who? T’way Airlines
Why? Low-cost carrier taps the…
Costa sails fifth ship to Asia
Costa, the Italian cruise line, has revealed that a fifth ship will join its Asian fleet this year.
The 1,800-passenger Costa neoRomantica cruise liner will be deployed regularly in the…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Vietjet, AirAsia and more…
Vietjet creates new connection to Angkor
Where? Hanoi (Vietnam) to Siem Reap (Cambodia)
When? Daily, effective immediately
Who? Vietjet
Why? Serving increasing cross-border traffic…
AirAsia speeds up Wi-Fi service
AirAsia has signed a deal that will increase the speed of its in-flight Wi-Fi and entertainment services.
The group has penned a Memorandum of Understand (MoU) with Inmarsat for the…
AirAsia makes fresh attempt to launch in Vietnam
AirAsia is in talks with companies in Vietnam about establishing a new low-cost carrier in the country.
Vietnam News Service (VNS) reports that the Malaysia-based group has signed an…
Asian LCCs continue to embrace GDS sales
More Asian low-cost carriers are committing to the travel trade.
Scoot, the Singaporean LCC, has become the latest airline to renew its distribution agreement with Amadeus, ensuring…
Asiana to debut A350 on Hong Kong route
Hong Kong will be the first international destination to welcome Asiana Airlines' brand new twin-aisle aircraft, the Airbus A350.
The new jet was due to enter service on 15 May 2017…
Asian air route updates: new flights to Sydney, Bangkok, Nha Trang and more…
New Chinese connection for Thailand's Hat Yai
Where? Kunming (China) to Hat Yai, pictured (Thailand)
When? Three times a week, effective 1 April 2017
Who? Kunming Airlines
Why?…
Indo AirAsia X to resume Asia Pacific flights
Indonesia AirAsia X, the long-haul low-cost carrier, will resume flights to destinations in the Asia Pacific region in May 2017.
The airline is planning to launch a direct connection…
Airlines improve connections between India and Asia Pacific
It will soon be more convenient to travel between India and the Asia Pacific region, following the formation of a new partnership between two airlines.
India's Jet Airways and…
Asian air route updates: Virgin Australia, Thai Lion, Air India and more…
Bangladesh gets low-cost Dubai link
Where? Dubai (UAE) to Sylhet (Bangladesh)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately (rising to six per week in May 2017)
Who? Flydubai
Why? New…
Best Western targets “quality growth” across Asia
Best Western is aiming to more than double its Asian inventory in the coming years, with the addition of multiple “high-quality” hotels, including many new-builds.
At present, Best…
China’s HNA invests in Asiana owner
China's HNA Group, which owns Hainan Airlines, has agreed to take a stake in Kumho Asiana Group, the parent company of South Korea's Asiana Airlines.
The Korea Herald reports that HNA…
Asia’s mega-populations drive hotel development
Asia's three most populous countries also now have the region's largest hotel development pipelines.
According to the latest monthly report from STR, there are now a combined total of…
Asian air route updates: Malindo’s new Australian route, West Air flies to Japan, and more…
New Macau charters for Cambodia Angkor Air
Where? Sihanoukville (Cambodia) to Macau (China)
When? Twice a week, effective immediately
Who? Cambodia Angkor Air
Why? New charter service…
Asia Pacific remains top for Singaporean corporate travellers
Asia Pacific remains the most important region for Singapore's business travellers, according to new data from American Express Global Business Travel (GBT), with regional cities…
Asian air route updates: New flights to Bali, Okinawa, Barcelona and more
Another direct Chinese connection between Bali and China
Where? Fuzhou (China) to Denpasar (Indonesia)
When? Daily, effective 26 March 2017
Who? Xiamen Airlines
Why? Fujian province’s…
Best Western brings new upscale collection to Asia
Best Western has revealed plans to introduce its new upscale hotel concept, BW Premier Collection, to Asia.
The hotel group has signed an agreement with Thai real estate company,…
Agoda reveals Asia’s rising destinations
Agoda, the hotel booking site, is seeing rising demand for many of Asia's lesser-known destinations.
These regional rising stars are gaining in popularity with travellers, and Agoda…
Facial recognition technology arrives at Asia Pacific airport
Brisbane Airport has become the first in Australia to trial facial recognition technology.
In partnership with Air New Zealand, the airport is now utilising SITA's "Smart Path"…
Asian air route updates: Thai Lion Air, SpiceJet, Tigerair and more
Thai Lion Air expands domestic network
Where? Bangkok Don Mueang to Khon Kaen (both Thailand)
When? Twice a day, effective 17 March 2017
Who? Thai Lion Air
Why? Low-cost carrier…
Children’s hotel collection arrives in Asia
A hotel collection created especially for families with young children has started targeting travellers in Asia Pacific.
The Little Guest Hotel Collection, which has 20 properties…
Asia’s new adventure travel company unveils first tours
Rove, the new adventure travel company, has launched its first series of Asian tours.
Showcased on the company's new website, rove.travel, the new tours initially cover seven Asian…
Asia to attract half a billion visitors per year
More than half a billion people will travel to destinations in Asia every year by 2021, a new report has predicted.
In its latest tourism forecast, the Pacific Asia Travel Association…
Chinese Joy as Norwegian expands in Asia
Norwegian Cruise Line’s first ship designed specifically for the Chinese market has emerged from the shipyard in Germany.
The 168,800-tonne Norwegian Joy has been under construction…
Asian air route updates: Air China, Thai Smile, SpiceJet and more
SpiceJet links South Asian mega-cities
Where? Kolkata (India) to Dhaka (Bangladesh)
When? Daily, effective 23 March 2017
Who? SpiceJet
Why? Low-cost carrier creates a short…
Asian attraction site set for major expansion
Klook, the online platform for Asian attractions, tours and activities, is set for a significant expansion after it secured US$30 million of funding.
The investment, led by Sequoia…
Asiana creates Korea’s first premium economy class
Asiana Airlines will debut its new premium economy class when it launches its first Airbus A350 aircraft in May 2017
The new cabin, known as "Economy Smartium", will become the first…
Asian air route updates: Vistara, China Southern, Air Niugini and more
Vistara flies to Amritsar
Where? Delhi to Amritsar, pictured (both India)
When? Daily, effective immediately
Who? Vistara
Why? Tapping rise in trade and religious tourism traffic…
Winter sports to head east following two Asian Olympics
The focus of the global winter sports industry will shift to the Far East in future, following the hosting of two Winter Olympic Games in the region.
This is the view of Chinese…
Khiri creates new Southeast Asian eco tours
Khiri Travel will unveil two new community- and nature-based tours in Thailand and Indonesia at ITB Berlin.
The company is focusing on lesser-known corners of these destinations,…
Time-constrained Asians flock to travel search sites
In the fast-paced Asian cities of Singapore and Hong Kong, travellers are using travel comparison sites in an effort to save time when planning their trips, a new report has found.
In a…
Asian air route updates: AirAsia, Spring Airlines, Vistara and more
China Eastern expands operations in Sapporo
Where? Nanjing (China) to Sapporo, pictured (Japan)
When? Twice a week, effective 26 March 2017
Who? China Eastern Airlines
Why? Another new…
Asian airport traffic jumped 9% in 2016
Airports in the Asia Pacific region experienced strong traffic growth in 2016.
The full-year data from Airports Council International (ACI), which was released this week, reveals a 9%…
Asian air route updates: Cathay Pacific, flydubai, China Southern and more
Dubai's LCC adds Bangladeshi route
Where? Dubai (UAE) to Sylhet (Bangladesh)
When? Four times a week, effective 15 March 2017
Who? flydubai
Why? Rising trade between two Islamic…
Uzbekistan Airways to fly Dreamliner to Southeast Asia
Two cities in Southeast Asia will soon welcome Uzbekistan Airways' new Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft.
The state-of-the-art long-haul jet will be deployed on the airline's…
Jet boosts Asian connectivity with Hong Kong Airlines
Jet Airways has formed a new partnership with Hong Kong Airlines aimed at enhancing connectivity between India and the Far East.
The new codeshare partnership will lead to new…
Qantas forms Asian connections with Israel
Qantas and El Al have formed a new partnership aimed at improving flight connectivity between Australia and Israel.
Under the new agreement, the national carriers will connect with…
Asian air route updates: AirAsia, Tigerair, Jetstar Pacific and more
Chinese travellers get more flights to Malaysia
Where? Guangzhou (China) to Johor Bahru (Malaysia)
When? Twice a week, effective immediately
Who? Sichuan Airlines
Why? Chinese carrier…
MSC Fantasia receives Bureau Veritas’ MED certificate
MSC Cruises, and Yara Marine Technologies, a leading manufacturer of innovative exhaust abatement solutions, announced today that MSC Fantasia, the first MSC Cruises ship to be retrofitted…
Gender salary gap remains in Asian travel industry
The difference between the salaries of men and women in Asia Pacific’s travel, tourism and hospitality industries appears to be widening, a new report has found.
The 2017 ‘Salary &…
Asian air route updates: Tigerair Taiwan, Sichuan Airlines and more
Jeju gets new budget service from Taiwan
Where? Taipei (Taiwan) to Jeju, pictured (South Korea)
When? Twice a day, effective 28 March 2017
Who? Tigerair Taiwan
Why? Low-cost carrier…
Asian air route updates: Air Canada, AirAsia, Air China and more
Air Canada launches Montreal-Shanghai
Where? Montreal (Canada) to Shanghai (China)
When? Daily, effective immediately
Who? Air Canada
Why? National carrier continues to expand…
Asia DMC to unveil new luxury tour brand
Asia DMC, the destination management company previously known as HG Travel, is preparing to launch a new brand of luxury tours.
Set to be officially unveiled at next month's ITB…
Radius Travel adds new Asian agencies
Radius Travel has expanded its network of travel agencies in Asia, with the addition of new members in mainland China and Vietnam.
Nanjing-based DaTang Plus and En Viet, which is…
Best Western brings new economy hotel concept to Asia
Best Western has announced details of its first ever SureStay Hotel Group project in Asia, following the launch of the budget hotel franchise concept late last year.
First unveiled in…
Asian air route updates: Cebgo, IndiGo, Air China and Malaysia Airlines
Cebgo provides first ever flights to Tablas
Where? Manila to Tablas (both the Philippines)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? Cebgo
Why? Designed to stimulate traffic…
Asian OTA gets technology boost from Travelport
Hutchgo.com, the Asian online travel agency, has moved to expand and improve its operations by signing a major new technology agreement with Travelport.
The deal will see Travelport…
Asian hotel development speeds up in 2017
The number of new hotel rooms under construction across the Asia Pacific region at the start of 2017 is significantly higher than it was at the beginning of last year, new data has…
AirAsia X to suspend Mauritius flights
AirAsia X will suspend its flights to Mauritius next month, less than six months after they commenced.
An update on the Routes Online schedules database shows that the low-cost…
AirAsia adds domestic trio in India
AirAsia India has unveiled plans to launch a trio of new domestic routes.
Effective 19 February 2017, the low-cost carrier will commence flights from Delhi's Indira Gandhi…
Asian air route updates: China Southern Airlines, Vietjet and more
Malindo spreads wings to Saudi Arabia
Where? Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) to Jeddah (Saudi Arabia)
When? Twice a week, effective 21 February 2017
Who? Malindo Air
Why? Islamic pilgrimage…
AirAsia reveals first ever US destination
Just weeks after it received permission to launch flights to the US, AirAsia has confirmed the details of its first ever route to the country.
On 28 June 2017, the group's long-haul…
Asian air route updates: Uzbekistan Airways, Jetstar, Tibet Airlines and more
New link between biggest cities in Uzbekistan and Pakistan
Where? Tashkent (Uzbekistan) to Lahore (Pakistan)
When? Twice a week, effective immediately
Who? Uzbekistan Airways
Why?…
Security a concern for Asian travellers
Asians are now taking multiple trips per year and spending more on travel, but security remains a key concern.
These are the key findings from the "2017 Travelzoo Travel Trends…
Asian air route updates: China Southern Airlines, AirAsia X and more
THAI expands connections with neighbour
Where? Bangkok (Thailand) to Kota Kinabalu, pictured (Malaysia)
When? Daily, effective 26 March 2017
Who? Thai Smile
Why? Long-awaited direct…
Kayak, Madame Tussauds harness power of K-pop in Asia
Two Asian tourism companies are aiming to harness the rise of South Korean pop culture to boost their own popularity in Asia.
Singapore-based Kayak.sg has employed actor musical star Kang…
Asian air route updates: Lion Air, Air India Express, and more…
Lion Air adds more services to KL
Where? Surabaya (Indonesia) to Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia)
When? Three times a week, effective 16 February 2017
Who? Lion Air
Why? Expanding trade between…
Asian aviation takes lead role in “good news story”
Asia Pacific and the Middle East experienced the world's strongest air traffic growth in 2016, driving a year of broadly positive results for the industry.
According to the full-year…
BHMAsia to open eight hotels as Asian expansion accelerates
BHMAsia, the Bangkok-based hotel group, is planning to following up its record year in 2016 with the opening of multiple new properties this year.
The company, which operates the X2,…
Asian country named world’s fastest-growing business travel market
Asia was home to the fastest-growing business travel market in 2016, a new report has found.
The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) Foundation's latest BTI Outlook report reveals…
Asian air route updates: Thai Lion Air, S7 Airlines, and more…
Thai Lion roars into Western China
Where? Bangkok (Thailand) to Chengdu (China)
When? Daily, effective 1 March 2017
Who? Thai Lion Air
Why? Mainly serving rising Chinese tourist…
Travel now a necessity as Asians become explorers
The Asian outbound tourism boom is driving a more mature type of traveller who is seeks regular, independent travel, a new report has revealed.
In a major survey, Sabre found that…
Ethiopian Airlines plans Asian treble
Ethiopian Airlines will add three more Asian destinations to its route map in the first half of 2017.
The national carrier will start flying to Singapore, Jakarta and Chengdu as part…
First golf course for famous Asian UNESCO World Heritage site
Halong Bay, the famous UNESCO World Heritage site in Vietnam, will soon become an international golf destination, following the development of a new course overlooking the limestone…
Asian airline traffic up 6% in 2016, outlook positive
Demand for air travel in Asia Pacific continues to rise, with the region's airlines experiencing a 6.0% increase in international passenger numbers last year.
According to the latest…
AirAsia carried exceeds 50 million passengers
AirAsia broke through the 50 million passenger barrier again in 2016, as demand for its short-haul flights continued to flourish.
The low-cost carrier group boarded a total of 56.59m…
Asian air route updates: China Eastern Airlines, Cebu Pacific and more
China Eastern launches new link to Laos
Where? Kunming (China) to Luang Prabang, pictured (Laos)
When? Four times a week, effective 2 March 2017
Who? China Eastern Airlines
Why?…
AirAsia X gets green light for US flights
AirAsia X, the Asian low-cost carrier, has been cleared to launch its first ever flights to the US.
The Malaysia-based airline has received permission from the US Federal Aviation…
Asian air route updates: HK Express, Tianjin Airlines and more
HK Express completes Pacific island double
Where? Hong Kong to Saipan (Northern Mariara Islands)
When? Three times a week, effective immediately
Who? HK Express
Why? New leisure travel…
Asian hotelier brings Playboy Bunnies back to New York
The legendary Playboy Club will relaunch in New York later this year, thanks to a Hong Kong-based hotel group.
Cachet Hotel Group, which includes Shanghai's URBN Hotel among its…