Macau cancels international flights for 14 days
Macau has cancelled all international flights and all inbound travellers outside of China for 14 days ending 23 January
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World’s most disruptive sports tourism start-ups meet in Macau
The growing sports tourism sector took centre stage at the Global Tourism Economy Forum in Macau, SAR with the first 'SPORTSTECH' edition of the UN World Tourism Organisation’s Tourism…
Sands Macau turns on the Gallic charm
Sands Resorts Macao has hosted an exclusive French dining experience at its Chiado restaurant, featuring cuisine by award-winning chef Hélène Darroze paired with wines from Château de…
Cor blimey: David Beckham and Sands’ USD 2.2 billion launch of The Londoner Macau
David Beckham joined executives from Las Vegas Sands and Sands China Ltd on stage at The Venetian hotel in Macau yesterday, to bring some extra razzle-dazzle to the company’s USD 2.2 billion…
High speed rail to boost MICE tourism in Macau
With the recent launch of the high speed rail and the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macao Bridge (HKZMB) Macau further strengthens its place as a relatively cheaper and convenient destination for…
Qatar Airways Cargo adds Macau to freight network
Qatar Airways Cargo has announced that it has updated its international freight network this week, with the launch of services connecting North America and China.
Cebu Pacific adds direct flights between Cebu and Macau
Philippine-based airline, Cebu Pacific (CEB), continues to grow its hubs with the announcement of a new route linking Cebu City to Macau.
Strip off: Las Vegas vs Macau infographic
When you think about going ‘all-in’ your first thought is probably Las Vegas as the capital of the casino world. Las Vegas is an entertainment packed city, perfect for those who want to…
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,…
GEG rolls out WeChat pay in Macau
Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) launches a partnership with ICBC (Macau) and WeChat, making it the first hospitality and entertainment group in Macau to accept WeChat pay throughout its…
AsBAA applauds Macau government’s policy shift
AsBAA, Asia’s non-profit representative trade body for business and general aviation, took a lead at the Macau Business Aviation Exhibition (MBAE2017) with announcements that there will be…
Soda Panda’s guide to Macau’s hidden gems
Guests of Sheraton Grand Macao Hotel, Cotai Central can discover the unique charms of Macao more than ever before. Sheraton Grand Macao is partnering with a talented team of local artists…
The Parisian Macao’s Le Buffet Wins ‘Best Macau Casual Dining Restaurant’ Award
The Parisian Macao’s Le Buffet restaurant has won the Best Macau Casual Dining Restaurant award at the Hong Kong Restaurant Interior Design Awards 2017 (HKRIDA), held in Hong Kong.
Part…
Macau’s casino recovery continues
Macau's gaming industry continues to rebound strongly, following the significant declines experienced over the last two years.
According to the latest data from Macau’s Gaming…
Macau exceeds 30 million visitors, but mainland market stagnates
Macau welcomed more visitors last year, despite the fact that arrivals from mainland China remained almost flat.
According to the full-year data from the Macao Government Tourism…
Macau gaming rebound in full swing
The recovery of Macau's lucrative gaming sector is now in full swing, after the city's casino revenues increased for a fifth consecutive month.
Gaming revenues had fallen for 26…
Wynn takes gamble on new Macau resort
Steve Wynn, the US gaming giant, is preparing to launch his most expensive resort project to date.
The US$4.2 billion Wynn Palace will officially open on Monday (22 August 2016),…
Opening date revealed for Macau’s new Parisian resort
Sands China, the Macanese subsidiary of Las Vegas Sands, has confirmed that its new French-themed integrated resort, the Parisian Macao, will open its doors on 13 September 2016.
The new…
Macau embraces French flair for its latest mega-resort
It already allows guests to take gondola rides along an indoor Venetian canal, and soon, in its latest journey into European kitsch, Las Vegas Sands will offer visitors to Macau the chance…
Macau lures culture seekers with Taipa Village
Macau is aiming to diversify its tourist offerings with the launch of a new campaign to promote the historic Taipa area of the city.
The new 'Taipa Village - Authentic Macau' tourism…
Macau partners Travelport to increase tourist traffic
The Macau Government Tourism Office (MGTO) has formed a new marketing partnership with Travelport, aimed at driving more visitors to the city.
Under the agreement, Macau will push…
Starwood opens first St Regis in Macau
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has brought its luxury St Regis brand to Macau, as part of the Sands China's integrated resort complex.
The new St Regis Macao Cotai Central becomes the…
Eiffel Tower rises in Macau
Structural work on a replica of the Eiffel Tower has been completed in Macau.
The new monument forms part of The Parisian Macao, a new French-themed resort being developed by Sands…
MGM to bring Nikkei restaurant to Macau
MGM China has announced the first restaurant for its new integrated resort in Macau, MGM Cotai.
The new outlet, AJI, will offer the city's first taste of Nikkei cuisine - a fusion of…
Marriott moves into Macau as Galaxy grows
Marriott International has launched its first two hotels in Macau, as part of the expansion of the Galaxy Macau integrated resort.
The new Ritz-Carlton Macau is an all-suite hotel…
Macau commands Asia’s highest hotel rates – study
Macau has emerged as the destination with highest hotel rates in Asia Pacific, according to a new report.
The HRS Hotel Price Radar for the first quarter of 2015 found that Macau…
Gaming slump hits Macau integrated resorts
Macau’s major integrated resorts experienced a sharp decline in gaming revenues in the first quarter of 2015.
Casinos contribute approximately 85% of total revenues at Macau’s…
Gaming decline hits Galaxy Macau profits
Macau's Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) experienced a sharp drop in revenues and profits in the first quarter of 2015, as income from the company’s casinos declined.
The group, which…
MGM secures US$3bn credit for Macau project
MGM China has agreed a new credit facility that will enable the company to continue with plans to develop its new integrated resort on Macau's Cotai Strip.
The group has confirmed a…
Marriott prepares for double debut in Macau
Marriott International has opened bookings for its two new luxury hotels in Macau.
The new JW Marriott Macau and Ritz-Carlton Macau are both set to open in 27 May 2015, as part of the…
Roosevelt hotel to open in Macau
The famous Hollywood Roosevelt hotel in Los Angeles is coming to Macau, with the launch of the new Roosevelt Macau, close to the Cotai Strip.
The new property is being billed as a “jetset…
Galaxy Macau doubles in size with US$5.5bn expansion
Galaxy Macau will double in size following an investment of HK$43 billion (US$5.5bn) in two new developments.
Boosting the integrated resort’s footprint to 1.1 million square metres, the…
Macau opens new tourism office in India
The Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) will open a new representative office in India this month.
Following a representative recruitment drive launched in 2014, MGTO selected VFS…
St Regis rises in Macau
Sands China and Starwood have reached a major milestone in the development of the first ever St Regis hotel in Macau.
The project recently celebrated its 'topping out', as the new…
New role-play park to open in Macau
A new attraction will open in Macau next year, which is being billed as Asia's first 'live action role-play ' theme park.
Covering more than 9,000m² at the Sands Cotai Central resort…
Macau hotel buys world’s biggest Rolls-Royce fleet
A new luxury hotel in Macau has placed the world's largest order for Rolls-Royce Phantoms.
The deal for 30 'extended wheelbase' Phantoms by the Louis XIII hotel in Macau represents…
Gaming revenues surge in Macau through H1
Galaxy Entertainment Group Limited (CEG) has reported strong financial growth this year, driven by strong growth in Macau’s mass market gaming market.
Group revenues increased 25%…
Open skies between Macau and Taiwan
The aviation authorities in Macau and Taiwan have signed a new Air Services Agreement (ASA), offering unlimited capacity on routes between the two territories.
The new deal, which has…
Ice World event opens in Macau
The Venetian Macao has launched its annual Ice World festival, in tandem with animation company DreamWorks.
The integrated resort has invited ice artists from northern Chinese city of…
Air Macau to fly to Zhengzhou
Air Macau and Henan Airport Group have announced at a joint press conference that the carrier is to commence direct services from Macau to Zhengzhou on 23 September.
Zheng Yan,…
DreamWorks launches at Sands Macau
The Sands Cotai Central integrated resort in Macau is now home to a major new attraction, the 'DreamWorks Experience'.
Launched on 1 July 2013, the new family attraction follows a…
Macau confident of tourism growth
Macau’s new tourism director is confident international tourism numbers into the region will increase despite a dip in long-haul travel for Brits earlier this year.
Speaking in…
MGM to develop US$2.5bn resort in Macau
MGM Resorts International has received permission to develop a new US$2.5 billion gaming resort on Macau's Cotai Strip.
Through its 51%-owned subsidiary, MGM China , the company will create…
World’s largest Sheraton opens in Macau
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has opened its largest hotel - the 3,896-room Sheraton Macao Hotel Cotai Central.
Consisting of two towers overlooking the Cotai Strip, the new hotel is also…
Macau’s Melco plans Manila integrated resort
Macau-based casino operator, Melco Crown Entertainment has signed a deal to develop a new integrated resort in the Philippines.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed on Thursday…
AirAsia Philippines to launch HK, Macau flights
AirAsia Philippines will follow up the recent launch of its international flights with the start of services to Hong Kong and Macau.
Earlier this month, the new low-cost carrier launched…
Ice festival returns to Macau
Ice World, Asia’s biggest indoor ice event, returns to the Venetian Macao next month.
Following the inaugural event in 2011, Ice World returns from 19 May to 16 September 2012, transforming…
Galaxy unveils second phase of Macau complex
Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEC) has announced its plans for the second phase of its integrated resort, Galaxy Macau.
The next stage of development will almost double the size of Galaxy…
iVenture launches Macau visitor pass
iVenture Card has launched a new travel pass for visitors to Macau.The 'See Macau Pass' allows visitors to the city to choose from a list of offers by tourism operators such as TurboJET and…
Macau gaming revenues hit new high
Macau's gaming revenues climbed to a new monthly record of MOP26.85 billion (US$3.3 billion) last month, according to figures released yesterday by the city's Gaming Inspection &…
Tourism Research Centre opens in Macau
The Global Tourism Economy Research Centre opened in Macau on Saturday. The new centre is an independent, non-profit international research body that will aggregate and analyse research from…
Labour shortage in Macau threatens service standards
A business leader has called on the government to relax strict employment policies in Macau, which is now encountering a labour shortage.
Frederick Yip Wing Fat, President of the…
Macau airport u-turns on negative growth
Budget Airlines opening up across North Asia could be the saving grace for Macau International Airport. Since 2007, the airport has seen a steep decline in air traffic with a downturn in…
Macau targets Indian visitors with expanded offerings
Macau tourism authorities have been told to forget growth and focus on value, if they are to boost numbers of Indian arrivals. Experts said that the destination needs more family-orientated…
Macau advised to target value before growth
Senado Square in Macau offers another side to the famous gaming city
Macau tourism authorities have been told to forget growth and focus on value as they lead the travel industry…
Grand opening for Banyan Tree Macau
Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts has marked the grand opening of its first Macau hotel. The Banyan Tree Macau, located at the US$2 billion Galaxy Macau integrated resort complex, first…
Banyan Tree debuts in Macau
Banyan Tree made its debut in Macau yesterday with the opening of its new urban resort, located at the US$2 billion Galaxy Macau integrated resort. The Banyan Tree Macau offer 246 suites,…
Macau arrivals up so far this year
Macau has released tourism statistics for the first half of 2011, showing significant growth in arrivals. Data released by the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) shows total visitor…
Macau to welcome world’s largest Holiday Inn
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has announced plans to open a huge 1,224-room Holiday Inn hotel at the new Sands Cotai Central integrated resort. The franchise deal with Sands China Ltd…
Hilton to launch Conrad in Macau
Hilton Worldwide and Sands China Ltd have announced the signing of a franchise agreement to open the first Conrad hotel in Macau. Comprising 636 rooms, the Conrad Macao, Cotai Strip is…
Wynn Macau pays record prices for vases
Wynn Macau has purchased four Chinese porcelain vases for a staggering GBP7.99 million (US$12.8 million) - far exceeding the current world auction record for such items. The items, which…
Wynn Macau pays record price for vases
Wynn Macau has purchased four Chinese porcelain vases for a staggering GBP7.99 million (US$12.8 million) - far exceeding the current world auction record for such items. The items, which…
Hotel Okura Macau marks successful launch
More than 100 VIP guests from Japan, Hong Kong and across the region attended a ceremony on 2 July congratulating Hotel Okura Macau on the success of its opening in May this year. Guests…
MGM closes Macau deal
MGM Resorts International has announced that it has closed the private offering to Emerging Corporate Limited - an entity owned indirectly by Ms Pansy Ho, the daughter of Macau casino…
Macau launches Aussie ad campaign
The Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) is taking to the big screen this month to lure Australians to the Asian gaming city. In its latest advertising campaign, the MGTO will screen a…
Galaxy Hotel Macau joins Worldhotels
Galaxy Hotel, the soon-to-open 1,500-room hotel at the Galaxy Macau integrated resort, has joined Worldhotels. Scheduled to open on 15 May, the new property will join its sister property,…
Macau tourist office bets on India
The Macau Government Tourist Office had organised a Macau Mini Mart in Mumbai and New Delhi last week as a platform for India's leading travel agents and tour operators to network with their…
Ascott to debut in Macau
Ascott has signed a contract with China Overseas Property Limited to manage the first international brand of serviced residence in Macau. The serviced residence, slated to open in 2014,…
Spring Airlines launches Shanghai-Macau flights
Spring Airlines, the Shanghai-based carrier, has launched a new services connecting Shanghai's Pudong International Airport with Macau. The carrier will serve the route daily, using its…
SEAIR launches Macau flights
South East Asian Airlines (SEAIR) has added its third international route, linking Clark, just north of the Philippine capital Manila, with Macau. Launched on 27 May 2011, the Philippine…
Galaxy Macau to open on 15 May
Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) today announced that Galaxy Macau, the integrated destination resort in the Cotai entertainment area, will open on 15 May.
Accommodation at Galaxy Macau…
Macau hits two million arrivals in January
Visitor arrivals to Macau reached 2.08 million in January, up 1.4% year-on-year, according to data released this week by the city's Statistics and Census Service (DSEC). The number…
Macau operation boosts Wynn
Wynn Resorts Ltd has reported a fourth quarter net profit of US$114.2 million. The result marked a return to profit for the company, which suffered a loss of US$5.2 million in the same…
Macau arrivals surge 15% in 2010
Macau recorded almost 25 million visitor arrivals last year - an increase of 15% compared to 2009, the Macao Government Tourist Office (MGTO) said on Wednesday. Visitor numbers hit…
Macau opens panda pavilion
Macau opened its new MOP90 million (US$11 million) panda pavilion on Tuesday, unveiling its two cuddly residents - Kai Kai and Xin Xin - to the public for the first time. Xinhua…
Indian arrivals to Macau surge 120% in May
Indian arrivals to Macau increased 120% in May 2010, compared to the same month in 2009. A total of 25,641 Indians headed to the former Portuguese colony in May this year,…
Macau package tour arrivals climb 20%
Macau's package tour arrivals increased by 20.3% year-on-year in April 2010, figures released by the SAR's Statistics and Census Bureau have shown. More than 572,000 package…
Mandarin Oriental to launch Macau luxury residences
Hong Kong, 14 June 2010 - Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced an agreement to brand and manage 56 luxurious residences and 36 apartments that are located above Mandarin…
Macau offers incentives for India airlines
In a bid to attract Indian more tourists from India, Macau is offering incentives to the first airline to operate direct flights between India and the former Portuguese colony. These…
Macau hosts Asian Business Aviation event
Macau plays host to the all new Asian Business Aviation event this week, where 12 of the world's leading business aircraft models will showcase at the Macau Business Aviation Centre at…
Mandarin Oriental Macau introduces spa
Hong Kong, 4 June 2010 - The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Macau offers holistic rejuvenation and relaxation in a serene, meditative setting. With the most comprehensive range of wellness,…
Macau events aim to lure Indian tourists
The Macao Government Tourist Office (MGTO) has held a series of promotional activities in India, with the aim of tapping into the country's huge outbound tourism potential. Xinhua…
New Mandarin Oriental Macau unveils F&B options
Hong Kong, 26 April 2010 - Taking its place on the Macau Peninsula waterfront, the new Mandarin Oriental, Macau is set to open in mid-2010 bringing a range of stylish…
Macau arrivals climb in March
Visitor arrivals to Macau rose 6.7% year-on-year to 2.01 million in Match 2010, the city's Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) has reported. The former Portuguese colony was boosted by…
Encore at Wynn Macau opens its doors
MACAU, April 21 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Steve Wynn unveils Encore, his new, all-suites boutique hotel this afternoon at 5pm. Adjacent to sister resort Wynn Macau, Encore is…
Airlines eye Macau operating licence
Following the withdrawal of Viva Macau Airlines' Air Operating Certificate, Asian carriers are now reportedly looking into the opportunity of stepping into the breach, According to…
Viva Macau winds down
Viva Macau Airlines has closed its offices and is now seeking "an orderly and responsible winding down of the business", the airline has said in a statement. The move follows the…
Wynn Macau to open Encore all-suite hotel
Hong Kong, March 30, 2010 - Wynn Resorts continues to raise the standard for luxury resorts in Macau with the opening of Encore, its all-suites boutique hotel. The new…
Air Macau launches Tokyo flights
Air Macau has launched services to Tokyo Narita airport. The flights will be operated three times a week, on Tuesdays, Thursday and Sundays, using its Airbus A319 aircraft…
Viva Macau continues to refund passengers
Viva Macau Airlines would like to thank all passengers affected by the recent flight cancellations for their patience and tolerance. We have activated our refund procedure to efficiently…
Viva Macau’s Air Operating Certificate revoked
The Macau SAR government has obtained Air Macau's consent to terminate its contract with Viva Macau. The move was announced at a press conference held by Macau's Tourism Crisis Management…
Wynn Macau profits climbed 1.4% in 2009
Wynn Macau Ltd has said that its net profits for 2009 rose 1.4% year-on-year, to HK$2.07 billion (US$267 million). According to a Bloomberg report, the company's sales fell 4.3% to…
Business aviation event set for Macau
Reed Exhibitions' brand new business aviation event in Macau is swiftly taking shape with confirmation of attendance from leading industry players. Gulfstream are the first to commit…
Mandarin Oriental Macau to open in mid-2010
Hong Kong, 4 March 2010 - A new landmark is set to open in mid-2010 on Macau's waterfront, representing the next era in elegant and sophisticated hotel accommodation. …
Viva Macau teams up with CotaiJet
Macau SAR - Viva Macau Airlines, Macau's international award-winning airlines, today announced that Viva Macau passengers on the airline's Melbourne route will be offered free…
Viva Macau waives baggage fees
Macau, SAR - Today Viva Macau Airlines, Macau's international award-winning airline, announced that it will waive bag-check fees for all flights across its entire network…
Macau expands presence at AIME
The Macau Government Tourist Office has expanded its presence at this year's AIME trade show in Melbourne, as it intensifies its drive to secure Australian meetings, conventions…
Macau sees Chinese New Year gambling boom
Tourists from the Chinese mainland flocked into Macau during the seven-day Lunar New Year holiday, leading to a boom for the city's casinos, Xinhua has reported. Macau's casinos…
Macau signs aviation agreement with Japan
The governments of Macau and Japan have signed an air services agreement, aimed at strengthening the air link between the two sides. Under the new air pact, the restrictions on…
Viva Macau launches new iPhone app
MELBOURNE, 04 FEBRUARY 2010: Viva Macau, Macau's International award-winning airline, announced a ground-breaking iPhone application to enable bookings for iPhone users.…
New science centre opens in Macau
The Macao Science Center opened its doors to the public on Monday, Xinhua has reported. The centre consists of a 5,800m
Viva Macau accepts credit cards for onboard retail
SINGAPORE - January 26, 2010 - GuestLogix, Inc. (TSX-V: GXI), the leading provider of onboard store technology to the airline industry, today…
Air China, Air Macau codeshare to Wuhan
Air China and Air Macau have launched codeshare operations on a new route between Macau and Wuhan, the Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation has reported. The route will be served with four…
Macau show to celebrate Asian business aviation
Reed Exhibitions will host a brand new business aviation event in one of Asia's most vibrant and glamorous cities, Macau, China - during 9-11 June, 2010. The event,…
Viva Macau’s Hanoi services prove popular
Macau, SAR - Viva Macau Airlines, Macau's international award-winning airline, today announced in a press conference in Hanoi that its soon-to-start new destination,…
Viva Macau sets record for internationall passengers
Macau, SAR - Viva Macau Airlines, Macau's international award-winning airline, today announced that it achieved a new record in December 2009 for total passengers carried…
Viva Macau waives Australia baggage fees
Macau, SAR - Today Viva Macau Airlines, Macau's international award-winning airline, announced that it will waive bag-check fees for flights to and from Australia effective…
Record numbers of Indians choose Macau
Indian tourists to Macau in 2009 hit a record 107,513, 31% more than the 82,369 travelling to the city in 2008, Anil Mathur reports. This 2008 figure represented an 80%…
Macau package tourists rise 5%
Package tour visitor arrivals to Macau rose 5.3% in November 2009, according to the figures released by the city's Statistics and Census Service (DSEC). Reported by Xinhua, the…
VIVA MACAU INCREASES FLIGHTS
VIVA MACAU INCREASES FLIGHTS FOR MELBOURNE FROM 28 MARCH 2010,TEMPORARILY SUSPENDS SYDNEY
Viva Macau changes Australian schedules
(Macau SAR, 13 - January 2010): Viva Macau Airlines, Macau's international award-winning airline, announced today that it is adding an additional weekly flight between…
Viva Macau offers ‘City of Dreams’ privileges
Macau, SAR - Viva Macau Airlines, Macau's international award-winning airline, has joined forces with City of Dreams to offer exclusive privileges for passengers…
Viva Macau to launch Hanoi flights
Viva Macau Airlines will open a direct route to Hanoi in time for Vietnam's Tet Holiday period, Thanh Nien Daily has reported. The three-times-a-week service will commence from 13…
Macau posts 368,000 Christmas arrivals
Macau SAR received 368,615 tourist arrivals during the recent Christmas holidays, according to the figures released by the city's Immigration Department. The figure, measured…
Michael Jackson gallery in Macau
Sofitel Macau At Ponte 16's Baccara function room was transformed into a mini-gallery with Michael Jackson(MJ)'s iconic collection on Sunday, December 13, 2009, when Macau…
Sofitel Macau opens Michael Jackson Gallery
Hong Kong - December 15, 2009 - Sofitel Macau At Ponte 16's Baccara function room was transformed into a mini Michael Jackson gallery on Sunday, December 13,…
New media group launches to promote Macau
MACAU, Dec. 15 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- The Macau Ignite Media Group, a collection of 10 media companies in Macau, was officially launched today. The Group, which includes…
Viva Macau arrives in Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia - Viva Macau Airlines, Macau's international award-winning airline, celebrated the commencement of twice weekly direct Economy and Business class services…
Sands secures US$1.75 billion financing for Macau
LAS VEGAS, Nov. 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Sands China Ltd., a subsidiary of Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS) , announced today that through one of its subsidiaries, it…
Sofitel Macau’s buys Michael Jackson’s iconic glove
HONG KONG, Nov. 22 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Success Universe Group Limited ("Success Universe" or the "Company"; Stock Code: 00487.HK), today announced that its…
Viva Macau selects GuestLogix
October 28 - Asia Pacific - GuestLogix, Inc., the leading provider of onboard retail solutions to the airline industry, today announced that Viva Macau…
Wynn Resorts to raise US$1.6bn in Macau offering
Wynn Resorts plans to raise as much as HK$12.6 billion (US$1.63 billion) in an initial public offering of its Macau casino assets, Bloomberg reported, citing unnamed sources.…
China, Macau lay out Hengqin Island plans
The authorities in Zhuhai, southern China, have announced a detailed blueprint of plans to develop Hengqin Island, the BBC has reported. Plans for the island, which lies…
Galaxy to pay US$366m for a Macau casino
Galaxy Entertainment Group has agreed to pay Macau's government about HK$2.84 billion (US$366 million) for its hotel-casino building site on the Cotai strip, Bloomberg has reported. The…
Macau casinos see record revenue in August
Macau's casinos raked in a record US$1.5 billion in August, their highest-ever monthly revenue and up more than 17% on the same month last year, according to a South China Morning…
Macau launches Malaysia bus tour
The Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) launched a tourism promotion campaign in Kuala Lumpur yesterday to attract more Malaysians to experience it's the former Portuguese colony,…
Macau MICE sector sees 9% drop
Macau hosted 347 MICE events in the second quarter of 2009 - 9% fewer than the previous quarter, Xinhua reported figures from the city's Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) as…
Macau fuel prices rise 15%
The average selling price of fuels in Macau recorded a 15.2% year-on-year increase in the second quarter of 2009, according to the figures from the city's Statistics and Census Service…
Macau arrivals fall 11.9%
Macau's visitor arrivals for the first seven months of 2009 reached approximately 12 million, a drop of 11.9% from the same period last year, Xinhua report the city's Statistics…
Macau earnings down in Q2
Macau's median monthly employment earnings fell to MOP8,500 (US$1,076) in Q2 2009, down 1.2% from Q1. The city's Statistics and Census Service also said that 24.1% of the…
Grana Lapa Hotel unveiled in Macau
The former Mandarin Oriental hotel in Macau will be re-named the Grand Lapa Hotel, effective 1 August. The move follows the recent sale by Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group (MOHG) of its…
Macau gaming tycoon Ho in hospital
Stanley Ho, the Macau gaming tycoon and billionaire, is in intensive care in Hong Kong following brain surgery. Reports suggest that Ho, 87, is in a stable condition…
Macau helps Taiwan prepare for gaming boom
As Taiwan gears up to allow casino gambling on the Penghu islands, institutions from Macau have been offering their expertise to help the country prepare for the expected gaming…
New Macau chief brings hope of gaming recovery
The election of Macau'snew Chief Executive, Fernando Chui, has raised hopes of a recovery for casinos,which have been hurt by restrictions on mainland Chinese visitors and…
Viva Macau goes daily to HCMC
Viva Macau Airlines has announced plans to increase its Macau-Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) services four weekly flights to a daily service, VietnamNet Bridge has reported. Reg…
Las Vegas Sands to restart Macau projects this year
Las Vegas Sands is aiming to restart its stalled projects in Macau before the end of the year, ChannelNewsAsia reported company Chairman, Sheldon Adelson, as saying. Adelson…
Macau to lease land from China
Macau Special Administrative Region may be given jurisdiction over 1.1km
Hard Rock Hotel at City of Dreams opening in Macau
Hard Rock International celebrates the grand opening of Hard Rock Hotel at City of Dreams in Macau, marking the occasion with the brand's ceremonial guitar smash and the donation of 8…
New Macau casino and hotel complex a vote of confidence
The City of Dreams casino and resort opened on 01 June in Macau with fanfare and fireworks and two scions of the gambling industry in Asia
Las Vegas Sands ready to restart Macau projects
Las Vegas Sands may be able to restart stalled construction projects in Macau and the US by the end of this year, according to the company's Chairman and CEO, Sheldon Adelson.…
Macau package tours soar in March
Macao registered 551,010 visitor arrivals in package tours in March 2009, an increase of 30.9% over the same period of last year, Xinhua reported figures released by the…
Las Vegas Sands to cut 4,000 HK, Macau jobs
Las Vegas Sands is planning to cut as many as 4,000 more jobs in Macau and Hong Kong, according to a Bloomberg report. The move follows the casino company's decision to halt…
Viva Macau to reduce Sydney flights
Viva Macau Airlines is to reduce its Sydney services from four to three flights a week from, effective 21 May. The move will see the airline's Friday service being terminated, with…
Las Vegas Sands may sell Macau casino
Las Vegas Sands is considering selling one of its Macau casinos, a report said on Monday, as its struggles with declining revenues in the world's biggest gaming market. According…
Macau airport traffic drops in Q1
Macau International Airport (MIA) saw continued declines in passenger and aircraft movements in the first quarter of 2009, according to a Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation report. …
Macau plans US$19 million tourism stimulus
Macau will shore up its tourism industry amid economic downturn with a MOP150 million (US$19 million) stimulus package, the Macao Daily Times has reported.MOP65 million will be put into…
Most Macau workers worried about jobs
The results of a survey conducted by two local associations showed that 66.7% of Macau workers interviewed were "worried" or "very worried" about their jobs, according to a Macao Post…
Macau gaming industry recovering?
Macau's casino revenue rose 8.1% in the first three months of 2009 compared to the previous quarter, perhaps signalling the start of a recovery for the city's main industry. Casino…
Air Macau to increase Beijing flights
From today, Air Macau will increase frequency between Macauand Beijingfrom two to three daily flights. The new morning service plans to give greaterflexibility and smoother connections…
Tunnel approved for HK-Zhuhai-Macau bridge project
Xinhua reported that the 6.7km tunnelwill cost CNY21.1 billion (US$3 billion), and will enable construction to beginon a 29.6km bridge connecting the three major cities in the Pearl…
Las Vegas Sands may resume Macau work
"We have toget construction back to work as quickly as possible," Stephen Weaver, AsianRegional President, was quoted telling reporters. Hong Kong, Macau and Singaporeare…
Macau fares worse than HK as Feb arrivals tumble
Tourist arrivals in Hong Kong and Macau fell in February. The year-on-year drop was predictable due to the China's Lunar New Year holidays falling in January this year, as opposed to…
Viva Macau introduces baggage fees
Effective 1 April, a servicefee will apply to each economy passenger who carries checked baggage. Forflights within 5 hours (i.e. Jakarta and Ho Chi Minh City), the charge will be…
Air Macau ups Beijing services
From 29 April Air Macau will increase frequency between Macau and Beijing from two to three flights daily, the Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation reported. The new service aims at giving…
Two airlines to suspend Macau flights
Bangkok Airways and Malaysia Airlines have either suspended or planned to suspend their daily Macau-bound flight services, the Macao Daily Post reported on Monday, quoting official…
HK mulls Macau immigration policy
Hong Kong legislators are to discuss their response to Macau's immigration policy, after Macau refused entry to several Hong Kong residents. A BBC report stated that several…
Macau focus at Lisbon Travel Market
Macau was a major highlight of the Lisbon Travel Market, PATA has reported. As the 'International Guest Destination' of the fair, a delegation headed by Macau Government Tourist…
Macau casino staff unhelpful, survey reveals
The job performance of casino employees in Macau, as evaluated by casino visitors, was "below a satisfactory level", a report by the Macau Association of Economic Sciences has…
Sands looks to cut costs after record Macau losses
Having posted its steepest operating and net losses since going public in 2004, Las Vegas Sands is looking to cut costs in Macau.South China Morning Post reported that the casino…
Package tourists to Macau on the rise
Data from Macau's Statistics and Census Service have shown that the city registered 501,535 visitor arrivals in package tours in December 2008, up by 16.2% from a year earlier.…
Macau’s casino revenue slide continues
Macau's casino revenue has fallen for the fourth month out of five, due to affects of the global financial crisis and travel restrictions on mainland visitors, the South China…
AirAsia to launch Penang-Macau
AirAsia will launch its new international route from Penang to Macau from 1 March, Bernama reported. The Malaysian low-cost carrier will provide four weekly flights on the route.
Macau casino revenue grows 31% in 2008
Despite a troubled year, casino revenues in Macau for 2008 rose by 31% to record high of MOP108.7 billion (US$13.7 billion), Xinhua reported figures from the city's Gaming…
AirAsia to resume KK-Macau services
AirAsia has announced that it will resume its Kota Kinabalu-Macau and Kuching-Macau routes from 1 March, according to the Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation. From this date the airline…
Macau clocks 30 million visitors in 2008
Xinhua reported that the Chinese mainland, Hong Kong and Taiwancontinued to be the three largest visitor source markets last year, with thevisitor arrivals from the mainland rising…
Macau VIP bubble has burst, says Las Vegas Sands
Las Vegas Sands Corp., the US' second largest casino operator, has said that the bubble in Macau's VIP market has "burst", and predicted a tough first quarter for the…
China to build HK-Macau bridge
Construction on a bridge linking Hong Kong, Macau and the Pearl River Delta is expected to start in 2009, Xinhua has reported. The project, which will receive a CNY5 billion…
Macau airport traffic drops 7% in 2008
Passenger flow through Macau International Airport reached 5.1 million in 2008, down by 7% over the previous year, Xinhua has reported. The airport, saw the number of 'final…
Macau Airport looks to 2009
Dr. Deng Jun, Chairman of Board of Directors of Macau International Airport Company Ltd, has outlined his thoughts for 2009, the Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation has reported.…
Macau gaming revenue exceeds expectations
Macau recorded MOP3.2 billion (US$400 million) in direct tax income from gaming in November, according to figures released by the city's Financial Services Bureau (DSF) yesterday. This…
Four Seasons unveiled as new Macau landmark
The Four Seasons Hotel Macau has opened on the former Portuguese colony's Cotai Strip, and is set to become a new landmark on the city's waterfront. Leading international interior design…
Developer sought for Macau’s "panda island"
The Land and ResourcesBureau of Zhuhai has said it will accept bids from 12 December until Christmasto develop a 1.3 million m
Jumeirah signs deal for Macau hotel
The Jumeirah Group has signed a management agreement with Shun Tak Holdings Limited to operate a new five-star deluxe hotel in the Cotai area of Macau.
Scheduled for completion in 2013, The…
Macau gaming revenue growth falls again
Macau's gaming revenue has slowed again in the third quarter of 2008, Xinhua has reported. Revenue generated from casinos still grew 27.6% for the three months ending 30 September,…
Macau prepares for APAVT
The Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) and the Portuguese Association of Travel Agencies (APAVT) have made the preparations for the 34th National Congress of APAVT, due to open in…
Macau to encourage air links
The Macau International Airport Company Limited (CAM) has recently submitted proposals to Civil Aviation Authority of Macau (AACM) requesting for approval to encourage more airlines to fly…
Las Vegas Sands halts Macau projects
Las Vegas Sands has said it is halting part of its huge development in the gambling haven of Macau, due to trouble accessing credit amid the global financial crisis, AFP…
Shenzhen Airlines resumes Macau-Wuxi
Shenzhen Airlines has resumed direct daily services on its Macau-Wuxi route. The flights were suspended during the Beijing Olympic Games period due to a temporary restriction of…
AACVB meets in Macau
The Asian Association of Convention and Visitor Bureaus (AACVB) has held a two-day meeting in Macau to discuss the new strategic plan to promote MICE in Asia. Attendees at the Venetian Macau…
Macau’s gambling boom cools off
Macau's three-year gambling boom seems to have cooled as gambling revenue in fell in the third quarter amid curbs on Chinese travel and slowing economies in the region.An International…
Las Vegas Sands shelves Macau plans
US gaming hospitality giant, Las Vegas Sands, has put its Macau development plans on hold as it struggles to raise funds for the project, the South China Morning Post has reported. The…
Macau’s gaming revenue falls again
For the second straight quarter Macau's casino revenue has fallen, Bloomberg has reported. Total gambling revenue in the former Portuguese colony fell to MOP26 billion (US$3.3 billion)…
Macau.com launches Japanese tours
Macau.com has launched a travel package booking website www.vivatours.jp, in collaboration with Japanese travel agency Sunworld Tours and Viva Macau Airlines."With our new online…
Mobil ratings come to HK & Macau
Hotels in Hong Kong and Macau to receive official Mobil Star Ratings for the first time, when the company's new guide book, 'Mobil Travel Guide: Hong Kong & Macau' is released next…
Macau to host PATA Travel Mart in 2010
Ardent PATA supporter Macau has been as the host city for the 2010 PATA Travel Mart. It will take over from the Chinese city of Hangzhou which is hosting it next year.Macau had hosted the…
Macau gaming revenue slows - mass lay-off feared
Macau's gaming sector is predicted to experience only single-digit year-on-year growth for September 2008, evidence that even China's boom town has started to feel the pinch. Xinhua has…
Geishas available at Crown Macau
For a limited time, the Crown Macau has welcomed four geishas from the famed Matsunoya Geisha House in Tokyo to its signature Sakura dining room in Tenmasa. They will be available to…
Macau popular with Aussies
Macau is becoming a hotspot for Australian tourists, the Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation has reported. Arrivals to the former Portuguese colony have risen 50% this year, with over…
Macau-Mexico pen visa deal
Macau has signed a Mutual Visa Exemption Agreement with Mexico, Xinhua has reported. The deal, effective 19 October, will grant Macanese passport holders a 90-day stay in…
Macau appoints to promote in UK
PR agency Hume Whitehead has been chosen as the Macau Government Tourist Office's (MGTO) new representative in the UK and Ireland. The agency will be charged with raising the profile of…
Oysters blamed for Macau hotel poisonings
Health officials in Macau are trying to trace hundreds of boxes of contaminated oysters following a spate of food poisoning cases in luxury hotels. The Nation has reported that more than 100…
Goa to become ‘new Macau"
Las Vegas Sands Corp, operator of international casinos including the Venetian Macau, is considering investing US$12 billion to build a strip of casinos in Goa, India. The…
Venetian Macau feels the crunch
The Venetian Macau's huge expansion plans have been hit by the global credit crunch, with a proposed loan to the casino cut to less than US$5 billion from the original target of US$7…
Macau spending up 9%
Visitor spending in Macau rose 9% in the second quarter of 2008, Xinhua has reported. Per-capita spending of visitors rose to MOP1,613 (US$202), according to figures released…
Sofitel Macau opens
Accor's latest Chinese property, the Sofitel Macau at Ponte16, has opened its doors on the Macau waterfront. The 408-room property will have a casino attached, and marks the 22nd Sofitel to…
Four Seasons in Macau Cotai Strip
Four Seasons Hotel Macau, Cotai Strip, is scheduled to open this quarter. The combined area of the Four Seasons extension, together with the existing Venetian Macau…
MGTO and Viva Macau in joint promo
Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) and Viva Macau Airlines have linked up to promote Macau tourism in Vietnam and Indonesia, MGTO has announced. The 'Experience Macau. Fly Viva…
More ferries for Cotai Strip in Macau
The Cotai Strip CotaiJet has launched overnight high-speed ferry services between Hong Kong and Macau. On top of its current 56 sailings operating between the Hong Kong-Macau Ferry…
Tennis greats to play at Venetian Macau
The CotaiArena at The Venetian Macau Resort-Hotel have announced it to play host to a tennis tournament featuring the greats from two eras. Legends from the 1970s and '80s, John McEnroe…
High rollers boost Macau
Macau's casino revenues rose 48% in the second-quarter of 2008, theShanghai Daily has reported. The city's 30 casinos generated MOP28.9 billion(US$3.6 billion) between them in the three…
Macau manages Mainland tourists
As moreMainland Chinese visit Macau, the Macaugovernment said it would "adjust the management measures" for inbound and outboundtours.From 1August, Chinese mainland citizens…
Four Seasons Macau starts taking reservations
The next luxury hotel to open in Macau, the Four Seasons on the Coltai Strip, has begun taking reservations. The 360-room and suite property will open in October 2008.
Macau arrivals rise 17%
Macau's welcomed 12.6 million during the first 5 months of 2008, Xinhua has reported, representing a 17.4% increase from the same period in 2007. The Chinese mainland, Hong…
Galaxy brings Banyan Tree to Macau
At Galaxy mega resort, it will design and operate 254 rooms including 238 suites, 16 floating villas with private pools, cabanas, and spa.
"This partnership with Banyan Tree will strongly…
AirAsia adds to Kuching-Macau
AirAsia is enhancing its Kuching - Macau route frequency to daily flights from May 15. The route will be serviced by the airline's new 180-seater Airbus A320 aircraft.AirAsia launched the…
Bangkok Airways to Macau
Bangkok Airways will begin daily flights to Macau from July 4. It will use a new twin engine Airbus A319 able to carry 120 passengers. Bangkok Airways Chief Executive Prasert…
Macau halts casino growth
Macau will stop approving land for new casinos, slowing a gaming explosion that has seen big players spending billions of dollars building resorts.Macau, the only place in China…
Experience Macau in Singapore
The Macau Government Tourist Office is staging a fare in Singapore this weekend, featuring its attractions and heritage. "Experience Macau" will showcase the city's famous…
Macau sees record arrivals
Macau registered a record of almost 27 million visitor arrivals last year, up 23% from the previous year. Visitors from Mainland China and Hong Kong accounted for 55% and 30% of the…
Xiaman Airlines connects Tianjin-Macau
Xiamen Airlines launched its Tianjin-Macau service over the weekend. With the service, the Macau Government Tourist Office is launching a series of promotional activities in Tianjin…
Macau airport sees more people
For the first two months this year, the number of passengers through Macau International Airport has exceeded 860,000.The 7% year-on-year growth was contributed mostly by tourists…
Air Macau’s Olympic flights
Air Macau will add an extra daily flight on the route from Macau to Beijing from March 31. The extra flight will leave from Macau at 18:45 and arrive at Beijing at 22:00; the return flight…
Macau casinos on a roll
Macau casino revenues soared to a record 10.33 billion patacas (US$1.28 billion) in January, a two-thirds increase from a year ago, the first time it has surpassed the 10 billion…
Macau thanks HK trade
The Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) held a luncheon in Hong Kong last week to thank the travel trade, business partners and media for their support in promoting Macau…
Venetian Macau sees 10 million visitors
The Venetian Macau-Resort-Hotel has welcomed its 10 millionth visitor this week since it opened less than six months ago on August 28 last year.
The lucky visitor from Shanghai received a…
Jetstar Asia starts Macau service
Jetstar Asia has launched daily flights from Singapore to Macau. CEO Chong Phit Lian said, "Macau is an exciting destination with growing air link demand. Jetstar Asia's offer of…
CotaiJet Macau - HK ferry is back
A Macau court has allowed Las Vegas Sands Corp's ferry service between Hong Kong and Macau to resume operations. The CotaiJet service had been operating for just over a week and was offering…
Macau packs them in
Mainland China continued to provide the bulk of tourists Macau which itself is undergoing massive infrastructure development and is hosting a series of events to draw even more this year.…
Wynn Macau expansion opens X’mas eve
Wynn Macau will open its expansion on December 24, approximately one month earlier than anticipated. The expansion will include 85 additional tables, 551 new slot machines and Wynn…
MGM joins the fray in Macau
Casino resort MGM Grand Macau - which opened yesterday - has joined the illustrious list of mega players vying for a pie of Macau's gaming industry. The 154-metre hotel tower…
Macau agency loses licence
A Macau tour company has been stripped of its license to accept tour groups from the mainland after four of its guides were found guilty of professional misconduct, a newpaper reported.…
Mega China fam group in Macau
A group of about 360 travel agencies' chiefs, tourism officials, media and academics from all over Mainland China are in Macau now on a four-day familiarisation visit. The…
Okura goes to Macau
Japan's Hotel Okura is slated to operate a hotel scheduled to open in Macau in September 2009. Hong Kong-based Galaxy Entertainment Group is developing the project to build a major…
Unhappy China tourists scuffle over Macau shopping
Police armed with riot shields and batons were summoned to deal with angry tourists from mainland China who clashed with tour guides in Macau, reports said.
The tourists were unhappy over…
High-speed ferry service between HK and Macau
Las Vegas Sands has launched high-speed ferry services between Hong Kong's Macau Ferry Terminal at Shun Tak Centre and Macau's newly opened Taipa Temporary Ferry Terminal on Macau's Taipa…
Macau sees more visitors
Macau saw 2,430,414 visitor arrivals last month, more than a fifth compared to the same month last year.The majority of visitors came from Mainland China (56.3% of the…
Da Vinci comes to Macau
A travelling Da Vinci exhibition will be in Macau from December 1 to February next year; its first time in Asia." Da Vinci - An Exhibition of Genius" has travelled to cities such…
Chinese airlines start Macau flights
Wuhan-based East Star Airlines opened a daily flight between Wuhan and Macau on November 22. In Macau itself, Viva Macau airline will be launching non-stop flights to Tokyo…
MAS relaunches KL-Macau
The airline's senior general manager of network revenue management, Bernard Francis, said the airline would use a Boeing 737-400 on the four weekly service, Bernama…
One Macau-HK visa for China tourists?
The aim is for mainland tourists, under the Individual Visit Scheme, to travel to both places in one trip, according to Hong Kong Tourism Board chairman James Tien…
Macau gets mainland boost during holidays
It was almost 20 percent more compared last year, according to a press release by the Macau Information Bureau.Tourists from the mainland represented 66 percent of the total visitor…
Menzies partners with Viva Macau
The three year contract is the extension of the current relationship enjoyed with Viva Macau within the Asia Pacific region.
Viva Macau expects big traffic from SYD
In a statement issued, at the "Welcome to Viva Macau" service launch commemoration held at Sydney International Airport, the airline's CEO, Con Korfiatis said that there has…
Inaugural "Wine & Gourmet ASIA" to be held in Macau
The new trade, networking and culinary platform showcasing the very best of Asia-Pacific's fine wine, gourmet and hospitality industry, is to be staged at The Cotai…
Viva Macau all set to go to Sydney
The approval processing was delayed, causing Viva's inaugural flight last week to be cancelled at the last minute. Con Korfiatis, Viva Macau's Chief Executive expressed his…
Macau leases aircraft to increase network
The new fleet will be used to expand new, single-class, lowfare route network between Macau and a number of cities in PRC, Japan, Vietnam and other points around Asia in…
Viva Macau’s 1st flight to SYD postponed
However,right now there is still no definite revised commencement date of thethrice-weekly service.Con Korfiatis, the airline's Chief Executive said in a statement issuedthat they…
A W in Macau
It will be built within the Macau Studio City complex, situated on Cotai, an area for gaming, entertainment and resort developments.
W Macau Studio City will have 563 guest rooms. It…
Viva Macau adds to Macau-Jakarta frequency
Currently flying three times a week, the Macau-based airline will launch one additional flight to its weekly schedule from 28 August.The new schedule will see the airline flying from…
Macau Fireworks Competition preview
The annual Macau International Fireworks DisplayContest is a significant event that attracts a large number of visitors andlocal residents, and highly enhances Macau'stourism industry…
Macau’s cash cow
Macau'scash cowTheSouth China Morning Post reported that casino revenue in Macausoared 50% in the second quarter of 2007 to reach a whopping US$2.5 billion.Thetally comes in spite of travel…
More access for Macau
The act is the fourth supplement to the Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement with Macau, and is scheduled to go into effect on 1 Jan, 2008. Hong Kong signed a similar agreement…
Macau arrivals soar
He said Macau welcomed over 10 million visitors in the first five months of 2007, a 21.45% leap over the same period last year. China, Hong Kong and Taiwan continue to bring…
Crown Macau soft opens
For those playing the big game, Robert Goldstein, a senior VP for Las Vegas Sands, unloaded 620,000 shares of Macau's top developer's shares for US$77.92 a pop.
Macau .com mad
"The acquisition of Macau.com significantly extends GoMacau.com's consumer reach," said GoMacau.com CEO Christina Siaw.
Viva Macau appoints Korfiatis
Korfiatis replaces Andrew Pyne, who resigned earlier this month for personal reasons. Pyne will continue as a shareholder and advisor to the board. Korfiatis said, "I…
Marriott makes major Macau move
The Macau Studio City Marriott Hotel, scheduled to open in 2009joins the massive Macau Studio Complex's 2,300-seat theatre, casino, exhibition centre, 1-million square feet of retail space…
Visa wins in Macau
The Visa promotion, which lasts until 30 Sep 07 gives Visa cardholders using their credit card in Macau the chance to win prizes, including discounts at over 30 participating…
Macau adds new touring routes
Each route is designed to target a different market, with offerings including luxury, family, honeymoon, heritage, seniors, religion, photographers,…
Macau travel blog launch
Commentary,travel tips, interactive features and insights into visiting Macauare some of the blog's features, providing visitorswith unprecedented access to information on one…
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…
Muir, Autograph Collection, opens doors
Inspired by the enduring spirit, culture and character of Nova Scotia and its people, Muir, Autograph Collection, officially opens its doors on December 10, 2021.
Stay, Dine and See Macao! Local tours resume operations
As the pandemic situation moves towards stability in Macao, operation of the local tours has resumed now and interested individuals can sign up for the tours through travel agencies under…
Japan is reopening borders to fully vaccinated travellers but there’s a catch
The long wait is finally over! Japan is reopening its borders to international travellers as the nation’s health ministry has eased the entry restrictions for travellers to the country.…
These are tourist destinations most impacted by the pandemic
Flight deal experts, Next Vacay, reveals the destinations that need our help the most as they go on a journey working with locals to highlight the devastating effect the pandemic has had
China-Hong Kong travellers will no longer need quarantine from 8 Sept
Travellers arriving in Hong Kong from China will no longer need to quarantine from 8 September onwards
Global vaccine rollout improves 2021’s travel outlook, says Agoda CEO John Brown
Confidence in the vaccine rollouts, discussions around COVID-19 passports, and alternative state quarantine announcements have triggered an increase in international travel searches for…
How bad was 2020 for aviation and tourism?
A year without travel! I do not remember during my adult life having my feet on the ground for so long and having a growing urge to travel as soon as possible.
Some respite for Goa’s casinos with six month extension
The Goa government has now granted an extension of six months to the off-shore casinos operating on Mandovi River in Panaji
Greater Bay Airlines, New Low Cost Launching in Unfavourable Time
Budget airline Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) applied for the rights to fly 104 routes across Asia, according to a Hong Kong government gazette.
Hong Kong’s three-week hotel quarantine for visitors
Hong Kong has extended its compulsory quarantine to three weeks for almost all international travellers from this week, saying the measure was needed to prevent new, more infectious,…
APAC travel recovery may take time – GlobalData
Even though some Asian countries have established travel bubbles and green lanes with other countries, the overall recovery of the travel industry may need some time, according to…
Singapore relaxes border restrictions, allows visitors from New Zealand and Brunei in
Singapore authorities announced that visitors from New Zealand and Brunei are now allowed to travel to and from the island city-state.
Japan, Singapore to open ‘green lane’ for business travel
Starting 18 September, Japan and Singapore will open ‘green lane’ for business and official travel.
Global tourism lost $195 billion in revenue due to COVID-19 pandemic
Travel experts have looked into the biggest revenue losses and highest percentage of GDP lost per country to reveal which countries have seen the greatest financial impact as a result of the…
Countries with biggest tourism revenue losses due to COVID-19 named
Travel industry experts have looked into the biggest revenue loss and the highest percentage of GDP lost per country to reveal which countries have been financially impacted the most by the…
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.
3 reasons why ACTE filed for bankruptcy
After 32 years of encouraging business travel, the Association of Corporate Travel Executives has ceased operations and will file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy.
Booking.com reveals top travel dreams of a city in waiting
Travel might be on pause in these unprecedented times, but data from Booking.com reveals that this hasn’t stopped people across the city from dreaming about its possibilities. Delving…
Submissions for 2020 PATA Gold Awards now open
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has opened its 2020 PATA Gold Awards for submissions with several new categories. Submissions must be filed with the association on or before…
Same problem, different actions: Cebu Pacific execs take paycut to avoid layoffs
Everyone is the travel industry is having a hard time due to the effects of coronavirus. The senior managers of Cebu Pacific have decided to take the hit for the company instead of laying…
Qatar Airways volunteers free worldwide air cargo transportation of medical supplies donated to China
Qatar Airways has volunteered free air cargo transportation for medical relief aid organised by Chinese embassies and consulates worldwide to fight the coronavirus emergency. The…
Philippine Airlines ferries stranded passengers due to coronavirus
Philippine Airlines (PAL) made two special flights on its Manila-Xiamen route to ferry passengers stranded because of the travel ban imposed on China due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Here’s why the new 2019-nCoV coronavirus a big threat on travel
The new strain of coronavirus, tentatively-known as the 2019-nCoV, is spreading at an alarming rate. In China, the tally jumped to 2,700 cases and the number of deaths climbed to at least…
“Superior comfort and excellent service”: Hyatt Regency Hengqin launches in Zuhai
Hyatt Hotels announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Hengqin in Zhuhai, Guangdong Province, last week.
With 493 rooms, six dining outlets, and 40,440 square feet (3,757 square meters) of…
Macao unfolds glittery journey with light festival
Organised by Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) and co-organised by Municipal Affairs Bureau, Cultural Affairs Bureau and Sports Bureau, 'Macao Light Festival 2019 – Explore the…
China adds Xian, Ningbo, and Chongqing in 144-hour visa-free travel ports
Travellers will have more options gaining entry in China as the country added Xian, Ningbo, and Chongqing to its growing list of 144-hour visa-free travel ports.
Hertz appoints GSAs for four countries
Hertz Asia-Pacific has appointed Discover the World (DTW) as its general sales agent (GSA) for Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar. First Marketing has also been appointed as the GSA for Macau.…
Myanmar expands visa-on-arrival list
Myanmar has added more countries to its visa-on-arrival list to make it easier for tourists to visit the country as it raises its tourism appeal worldwide. Effective from October,…
The dragon power: China’s outbound travel expenditure tops USD 127.5 billion
The outbound travel expenditure of Chinese travellers reached USD 127.5 billion in the first half of 2019, more than half of which was spent in Asian destinations, according to the…
Make it rain: Where travellers spend the most when they travel
Whether it’s souvenirs, meals out or attraction tickets, it’s always good to have a little spending money while on holiday - but how much are you willing to spend as a tourist?
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 &…
Cebu Pacific expands footprint in Clark with launch of three routes
Cebu Pacific (CEB) has launched three new flights from Clark to Bacolod and Iloilo in the Philippines, and Tokyo, Japan. CEB is the first Philippine carrier to mount direct flights…
Cebu Pacific connects with ‘China’s Silicon Valley’
Cebu Pacific has extended its network on mainland China with the launch of its direct commercial service between Shenzhen and Manila, responding to increased customer demand for leisure…
Chinese tourism in US slows down as tourists travel closer to home
According to the National Travel and Tourism Office, Chinese tourism to the US fell by 5.7% in 2018 to 2.9 million visitors. In comparison, the US welcomed more than 3 million Chinese…
Brits’ top 5 May bank holiday destinations have exotic flavour, says Klook
Brits flock around the world in their masses to celebrate the bank holiday weekends, of 4 – 6 May and 25 – 27 May, eager to explore new places and unforgettable experiences.
5 reasons why the travel industry is always talking about China
The travel industry is obsessed with Chinese travellers trying to attract millions of travellers.
Egg tarts are set to become an Indian favourite
A usual extension of a work or leisure trip to Hong Kong, Macau has been basking in its glorious shadow for all these years. But it is not too far behind in setting its own identity as a…
AIME puts luxury MICE in its crosshairs
Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME), has unveiled some of the big names from the world of luxury travel who will put their unique venues and destinations into the limelight of…
Aviation round up: Down to the crunch
This week’s round up of the key events and announcements from the world includes historic profits, capacity crunches and…Jazz?
Finnair installs premium economy across global fleet
Finnair has revealed today that it will update its passenger offering in 2021 by installing its brand new Premium Economy product.
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.
Save more than 50% of your travel budget with Hong Kong Pass
The Leisure Pass Group has launched the Hong Kong Pass, allowing travellers to save money on their budget.
Hong Kong Airlines adds Macao to network with new TurboJET codeshare
Hong Kong Airlines has announced the addition of Macao to its growing network, through a codeshare agreement with high-speed ferry services company, TurboJET.
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…
Artyzen hotel debuts in Nanjing with 10 more in the pipeline
Artyzen Hospitality Group has announced the opening of Artyzen Sifang Nanjing, the group's first Artyzen Hotels and Resorts property and its second operational hotel in the mainland of…
HKCYIA and VTC sign MoU to nurture cruise and yacht industry professionals in Hong Kong
In view of the growing demand for talent in the fast-expanding global cruise and yacht industry, Hong Kong Cruise & Yacht Industry Association (HKCYIA) and the Vocational Training…
Sino Jet expands bases following China’s ¥88bn investment into Greater Bay Area
Chinese business jet operator, Sino Jet, held a VIP launch event for the opening of its new Guangzhou base, signifying its expansion and investment in the Greater Bay Area of China.
Tencent proposes WeChat e-passport for HK and mainland China
Tencent Holdings Limited’s CEO Ma Huateng suggested the introduction of an electronic pass system for a hassle-free travel between Hong Kong and Mainland China.
You can relive cinema’s iconic moments in these famous movie hotels
If you're big on movies and planning on travelling soon, you might want to check out this list of famous movie hotels you can visit.
Marriott web ban is a warning from China
Mariott Int'l suffered the consequences for listing Tibet, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan as separate countries in their online customer survey. What's next?
Marriott International apologizes for online gaffe, website in China temporarily closed
Shanghai authorities close down Marriott International Inc.’s website in China for listing Chinese-claimed regions as separate countries.
Atlantis, The Palm makes new appointment
Atlantis, The Palm has appointed Timothy Kelly as general manager and senior vice president, operations.
Directly reporting to Serge Zaalof, chief operating officer for Atlantis Resorts…
Why Portugal is proving irresistible to Chinese travellers
The Chinese tourist market in Portugal experienced steady growth this year. This growth is one of the reasons behind the importance of this year’s congress of the Portuguese Association of…
World Travel Market 2017: Hong Kong on the up, while London takes a tumble
London will fall down the global city destination rankings in the next seven years, slipping from third to sixth, according to research for WTM (World Travel Market - London).
Travelzoo uncovers the secret travel habits of Hong Kong
Travelzoo, a global publisher of exclusive travel offers, has disclosed the travel preferences of Hong Kong travellers. The information is based upon data derived from their first half-year…
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…
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…
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…
Another new airline to launch in Cambodia
Cambodia will welcome another new airline next month, when Lanmei Airlines takes to the skies.
The Phnom Penh Post reports that the new carrier will be based in the Cambodian capital…
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,…
Taiwan’s cruise sector surges in 2017
Taiwan's cruise industry continues to experienced strong growth, with double-digit rises in terms of ship and passenger visits in 2017.
According to figures released by Taiwan's…
Muay Thai Live wins PATA Gold Award
The Bangkok Thai boxing show, "Muay Thai Live: The Legend Lives", won the Pacific Asia Travel Association's 2017 PATA Gold Award in the Culture category (traditional performing and…
MGTO launches a new website devoted to Macao’s gastronomy
The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) has launched a gastronomy-focused website highlighting Macao’s foodie credentials.
The website is a source of information for those interested…
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…
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…
Taiwan arrivals decline in first quarter
The number of international travellers visiting Taiwan declined in the first quarter of 2017.
The total of 2.54 million visitors for January-March 2017 was 10% lower than the same…
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…
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…
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…
澳门博彩业继续复苏
在经历了连续两年下滑的局面后，澳门博彩业近期收入已企稳，最近三个月更是出现两位数的增幅。
澳门博彩监察协调局2日公布的数据显示，4月澳门博彩业毛收入为201.62亿澳门元，同比增长16.3%，好于市场预期，为连续第九个月实现正增长。今年前四个月，澳门博彩业总收入达到836.4亿澳门元，同比增长13.8%。
澳门目前仍然是全球最大的博彩市场。
The latest appointments from Garuda, AccorHotels, Amadeus and more…
LAURENT A. VOIVENEL has joined Swiss-Belhotel International as senior vice president of operations & development for the Middle East, Africa & India. A seasoned industry…
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…
Chinese company takes major stake in SeaWorld
A Chinese investment company has agreed to take a 21% stake in SeaWorld Entertainment.
Zhonghong Holding, a subsidiary of Zhonghong Zhuoye Group, will acquire the equity interest in…
MGM and Bellagio to debut in Dubai
Two iconic Las Vegas hotels – MGM and Bellagio – are to be built in Dubai.
US-based MGM Resorts International will bring the world-famous brands to the city, which will mark their…
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…
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…
Hard Rock reveals details of first hotel in China
Hard Rock Hotels has confirmed that its first hotel in mainland China will open this summer, located in the southern city of Shenzhen.
Forming part of the Mission Hills golf…
Kim Jong-un’s brother killed at KLIA
The half-bother of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has been killed in a suspected assassination at Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
The incident occurred on Monday morning, when…
Hard Rock sets division for Japanese casino resorts
Hard Rock International has launched a new division to support its expansion in Japan.
The new Hard Rock Japan LLC will be headed up by CEO Edward Tracy, who previously led Sands…
The latest appointments from AccorHotels, Carnival, Amadeus and more
LOUISE DALEY has been appointed as AccorHotels' deputy chief executive officer Asia Pacific. She has been with AccorHotels for 26 years, having commenced her career in Australia before…
Asian air route updates: Gulf Air, Vietjet and more
Gulf Air starts flying to Sri Lanka
Where? Manama (Bahrain) to Colombo (Sri Lanka)
When? Five times a week, effective immediately
Who? Gulf Air
Why? Taking advantage of double-digit…
澳门迎来超3千万旅客，内地旅客基本持平
澳门特别行政区政府旅游局局长文绮华日前表示，2016年入境旅客略超3000万人次，按年微升0.8%。纵然全年旅客量只有轻微增幅，但去年是过去十年来留宿旅客首次多于不过夜旅客，留宿旅客增幅接近一成。…
The latest appointments, including Sabre’s Frank Trampert and Nikki Beach’s new president
FRANK TRAMPERT has been appointed as the new managing director & chief commercial officer for Sabre's hospitality business in Asia Pacific. Trampert has extensive experience in the…
Asian air route updates: Saudia, Vanilla Air and more
Pakistan gets new pilgrimmage flights
Where? Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) to Multan (Pakistan)
When? Four times a week, effective 1 April 2017
Who? Saudi Arabian Airlines
Why? Trade and…
Chinese took 4.4 billion domestic trips in 2016
China's domestic tourism sector continued to boom in 2016, as the country's citizens took a staggering 4.44 billion trips.
The full-year total, revealed this week by the China National…
Hoi An’s US$4bn plan to become beach resort hub
The historic town of Hoi An, on Vietnam's central coast, will become a major new Southeast Asian beach resort destination by the end of the decade, under new plans unveiled this week.
A…
The latest industry appointments
ROB GREEN has been named as HomeAway's new head of sales for Asia. Previously overseeing the commercial and operations teams for leading travel companies, Green will now be tasked with…
Silversea targets Chinese cruise market with major deal
Silversea has signed an exclusive partnership with the Plateno Group to promote its global cruises in China.
The agreement will see the Chinese hospitality company market and sell…
Shanghai offers tax-free shopping for international visitors
International travellers to Shanghai will now be able to save 9% on their purchases following the launch of a new tax-free shopping scheme.
Effective immediately, Global Blue, the…
Hotel G to make debut in Singapore
GCP Hospitality will expand its Hotel G concept in Asia this month, with the opening of its first property in Singapore.
Scheduled to launch on 17 November 2016, the new Hotel G…
Dubai prepares to open La Perle by Dragone
Dubai is preparing to open a one-of-a-kind aqua theatre in Al Habtoor City.
La Perle by Dragone, which has been under construction in the new city-within-a-city for the last three…
The latest industry appointments
TOMOE MAKINO has become TripAdvisor's new country manager for Japan. He joins the travel site from Twitter, where he served as senior growth director for Japan. Makino has also held…
Four Seasons to enter Vietnam with The Nam Hai
Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts has agreed to take over The Nam Hai, the famous luxury resort in Hoi An, Central Vietnam.
The agreement will see the resort be rebranded as the Four…
Sanya aims to woo more international visitors
Sanya, the beach resort that attracts millions of Chinese tourists each year, is aiming to lure more international visitors.
Reporting its visitor figures for the first half of 2016, the…
Chinese outbound surge continues as travellers broaden horizons
The Chinese appetite for global travel shows no sign of abating, with new data showing that the country's outbound market continues to experience double-digit growth in 2016.…
Trafalgar adds three new Asian destinations
Trafalgar, The Travel Corporation's guided tour operator, has added three new Asian countries to its collection: India, Sri Lanka and Laos.
There are nine new itineraries in…
VIP gaming slump hits MGM China
The continued downturn in Macau's gaming sector has led to a sharp drop in revenues for MGM China.
Releasing its results for the first six months of 2016, the company revealed that…
China Express goes international
China Express Airlines will launch its first ever international flights later this year.
The airline revealed several plans for several new routes including Guiyang-Hanoi,…
THAI Smile expands international network
THAI Smile, the low-cost subsidiary of Thai Airways, will expand its international network next month with the launch of new services to Chongqing and Penang.
Effective 1 July 2016,…
Adventurous Indians start travelling further afield
Indian travellers are becoming more adventurous, with Thomas Cook India reporting a trend towards more soft adventure, long-haul and “slow travel” holidays this year.
In its 2016…
Gleneagles shows off first phase renovations
Gleneagles has completed the first phase of redevelopment at the hotel, unveiling a new-look Century Bar, the addition of new bar, Auchterarder 70, and 35 renovated luxury bedrooms.
The…
Conrad debuts in the Philippines
Hilton today opened its first luxury Conrad hotel in the Philippines.
Set within the 42-hectare Bay City development, the new Conrad Manila is positioned adjacent to the huge Mall of…
Sheraton Noosa becomes a Sofitel
AccorHotels has secured the management agreement for the Sheraton Noosa Resort & Spa in Queensland, and rebranded it as a Sofitel.
The 176-room Sunshine Coast resort, which…
“No reason” Airbnb and Uber can’t be sold via GDS
Airbnb, Uber and other shared economy companies could be incorporated into the GDS in future, if there was demand for it, Travelport has revealed.
Speaking at the Travelport Live 2016…
Industry’s rapid growth drives customers back to travel agents
The rapid expansion of the travel industry, especially in Asia Pacific, is helping to drive customers back to traditional travel agencies, senior Travelport executives have told Travel…
Ancillary sales can help differentiate travel agents
Travel agents can improve customer service and differentiate themselves from their competitors by selling more airline ancillary products, delegates at Travelport’s annual customer…
Travel “disruptors” allow industry to grow
The so-called “disruptors” of the travel industry, such as Airbnb and Uber, are actually enabling the travel industry to expand and attract more customers, a senior Travelport executive has…
Ras Al Khaimah hosts corporate golf event
The UAE World Corporate Golf Championship recently teed-off for the first time at Ras Al Khaimah’s Al Hamra Golf Club.
The emirate hosted several high profile golf tournaments over…
Face-to-Face: Rajeev D. Kale
Q) Thomas Cook India had recently launched personalised international holiday concept 'Go Beyond'. What has the response been like so far?
At Thomas Cook India, we have believed that…
Chinese LCC embraces travel agents for international expansion
China's largest low-cost carrier, Spring Airlines, has committed to making its fares available to international travel agents as it embarks on a new phase of expansion.
The…
Star Cruises confirms first Shenzhen season
Star Cruises has confirmed that its SuperStar Virgo cruise ship will start homeporting in Shenzhen this year.
Following a recent agreement signed between Star's parent company,…
Gleneagles Hotel to receive multi-million-pound makeover
Scotland’s Gleneagles Hotel has committed to an extensive refurbishment programme that will see improvements and upgrades made throughout the property.
The multi-million-pound…
澳门和Travelport合作 拉动旅游业增长
澳门政府旅游局（MGTO）和Travelport签订了一份新的市场分销协议，希望吸引更多旅客来澳门。
在新协议下，澳门将通过Travelport的GDS渠道，将其市场信息传递到目标代理们那里。这一活动主要目标是吸引中东、非洲的旅行者，同时各位旅行代理们也会有在线竞争渠道。…
Conrad Hotels debuts in India
Hilton's luxury brand, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, has opened its first ever property in India.
The new Conrad Pune, which is located in the centre of the Maharashtra city, close to…
The latest industry appointments
LIM BOOM KWEE has been named chief operating officer of Dusit International. He joined the Thai hotel group in March 2013 as president of its Chinese subsidiary, Dusit Fudu. His 30-year…
China’s Loong Air cleared for international flights
Loong Air, a new Chinese passenger airline based in Hangzhou, has received permission to launch international flights.
The former cargo carrier moved into the passenger sector in late…
AirAsia brings more Chinese visitors to Chiang Mai
AirAsia is capitalising on the Chinese visitor boom in Chiang Mai with the launch of a new direct service to the northern Thai city from Changsha.
The capital of central China's Hunan…
Hyatt debuts in Chengdu
Hyatt has opened the Grand Hyatt Chengdu, its first hotel southwest China's Sichuan province.
Located on the 10th to 39th floors of the Chicony Square building in the city's Jinjiang…
First global GM-dedicated order launches in Dubai
The Honourable Order of International Hotel General Managers (HOIHGm) has officially launched from its first regional headquarters in Dubai.
The international organisation -…
Asian travel salaries rise, but gender gap remains
Travel industry salaries are increasing, but men still command higher pay than their female colleagues, a new study has found.
The 2016 Travel and Hospitality Industry Salary &…
AirAsia carries 50 million passengers
AirAsia has carried 50 million passengers in a single year for the first time in its history.
The group's portfolio of five short-haul carriers, based in Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia,…
The latest industry appointments
KAI CHAN has been announced as Carlson Wagonlit Travel's new president of Asia Pacific, based in Singapore. Ms Chan currently serves as the corporate travel company's general manager for…
The latest industry appointments
SUPHAJEE SUTHUMPUN has been appointed as Dusit International's new group chief executive officer. She becomes only the third CEO in the Thai hotel group’s 67-year history and the first…
Thai duty-free magnate gets UK university honour
Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha, the founder of King Power, Thailand largest duty-free company, will receive honorary degree from the University of Leicester in the UK.
The honour recognises…
Sheraton Macao becomes ‘Grand’ hotel
Starwood has revealed that its Sheraton hotel in Macau has become part of its new Sheraton Grand portfolio.
The 3,896-room Sheraton Macao Hotel Cotai Central, which became the world's…
Ascott to make rooms available on Alibaba
Ascott, the serviced apartment operator, will make its global network of rooms available on Alitrip, the online travel platform operated by Chinese e-commerce giant, Alibaba.
In a…
The latest industry appointments
MICHEL MOLLIET has become chief operating officer of AccorHotels in Greater China, overseeing the management of the group’s 125 properties in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macau. Molliet…
Travel Daily Asia’s Review of 2015
With the world seemingly lurching from one crisis to another, it’s nice to have one success story to rely on: tourism.
Despite the countless setbacks of recent years, from the global…
Novotel Zhuhai becomes a Pullman
AccorHotels has continued to expand its upscale Pullman brand in China with the rebranding of a Novotel in the Pearl River Delta.
The existing Novotel Zhuhai in Guangdong province has…
Tigerair Taiwan makes debut mainland China
Tigerair Taiwan launched its first ever flights to mainland China on Saturday.
The low-cost carrier's inaugural cross-Strait flight departed Taipei's Taoyuan International Airport on…
AirAsia launches four routes from Pattaya
AirAsia has commenced flights on four new routes from U-Tapao Airport, the gateway to Pattaya and Thailand's eastern seaboard.
On 27 November, the low-cost carrier launched new…
The latest industry appointments
PERRY CANTARUTTI has become the new chief executive officer of SkyTeam, the global airline alliance. Cantarutti most recently spent five years with Delta Air Lines as senior vice…
Mundo opens at Jumeirah Emirates Towers
Jumeirah Emirates Towers recently unveiled a new interactive global dining concept – Mundo.
The venue offers signature cuisine from around the world. The lobby-level restaurant offers…
Palazzo Versace opens for business
Palazzo Versace Dubai, developed in joint venture with Enshaa Group has opened for business.
Donatella Versace has exclusively designed the interiors and furniture for each of the 215…
Orient Thai connects to GDS with Amadeus
Orient Thai Airlines will start to distribute its fares via the global distribution system (GDS), following a new partnership with Amadeus.
The Bangkok-based carrier is planning to…
Starwood to launch first St Regis in Shanghai
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has signed an agreement to bring its luxury St Regis brand to Shanghai.
Scheduled for completion in early 2017, the new St Regis Shanghai Jingan will be…
AirAsia adds more domestic flights from Pattaya
AirAsia has continued to expand its operations from Pattaya's U-Tapao Airport with the announcement of new domestic routes to Chiang Mai and Hat Yai.
The low-cost carrier recently…
Plaza Premium enters hotel space as part of global expansion
Plaza Premium Group, which operates independent lounges at airports across the world, has unveiled its global expansion plans, including the launch of a new hotel concept.
At a press…
Lufthansa launches A380 flights to Hong Kong
Lufthansa's Airbus A380 touched down at Hong Kong International Airport on Sunday.
The double-decker jet will now operate daily flights on the Frankfurt-Hong Kong route. The outbound…
The latest industry appointments
MIKE BONNER has been announced as the new vice president of marketing for One&Only Resorts. Based in Dubai, he will be responsible for the company's global marketing efforts. Bonner…
AirAsia expands international links from Pattaya
AirAsia will continue its international expansion from Pattaya's U-Tapao Airport in November 2015, with the launch of new direct services to Macau and Singapore.
Following the launch of…
The latest industry appointments
LINDSAY WHITE has been named as Etihad Airways' new vice president for Australia & Asia Pacific. White brings 30 years of aviation experience to the role, having held various senior…
The latest industry appointments
PHILIPPE CASSIS has been named as Belmond's new executive vice president & chief operating officer. He arrives at the company from Sun Resorts, where he served as CEO. Prior to this,…
Taiwan welcomes almost 5m arrivals in first half
Taiwan welcomed 4.99 million overseas visitors in the first half of 2015, 3.4% more than the same period last year.
Data released by the Taiwan Tourism Bureau reveals that the country…
Chinese arrivals drive South Pacific tourism
Islands in the South Pacific posted a 7% rise in visitor numbers in the first quarter of 2015, driven by a surge in the number of Chinese arrivals.
According to the latest data from…
St Regis to rise in Qingdao
Starwood has continued the expansion of its luxury St Regis brand in the Asia Pacific region with the signing of a new hotel in the Chinese port city of Qingdao.
The new-build St…
St Regis to debut in India
Starwood Hotels & Resorts will launch its luxury St Regis brand in India later this year.
The existing Palladium Hotel in Mumbai is currently undergoing a rebranding and will be…
澳门万豪、丽思卡尔顿本月底开业
坐落于澳门银河的万豪旗下两家酒店，澳门万豪酒店和澳门丽思卡尔顿酒店已于本月27日隆重开业。
两家新酒店都位于澳门的顶级综合度假城“澳门银河”，宾客可以选择在亚洲最大的JW万豪酒店享受入住体验，或是在丽思卡尔顿酒店体验首间全套方式酒店，感受最优质的入住体验。…
Red Funnel to revive UK fast ferry construction
Red Funnel is set to bring fast ferry construction back to the UK with the announcement that its new passenger ferry Red Jet 6 will be built in East Cowes on the Isle of Wight.
After…
The latest industry appointments
EDIE RODRIGUEZ has been named as Crystal Cruises' new president & chief executive offer, following Genting Hong Kong's acquisition of the company. Ms Rodriguez has previously held…
JW Marriott opens Anji resort
JW Marriott has opened a new luxury resort in Anji, a scenic area in eastern China's Zhejiang province.
The new 228-room JW Marriott Hotel Zhejiang Anji is located within the Phoenix…
Asia Pacific arrivals rose 6% in 2014 – PATA
Visitor arrivals to countries in the Asia Pacific region, including the Americas and Middle East, increased 6% to 550 million in 2014, according to data released this week by Pacific Asia…
IHG revPAR rises 6% in “strong” first quarter
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) experienced a global rise in revPAR (revenue per available room) in the first quarter of 2015.
The company's revPAR climbed 5.9% year-on-year in Q1…
Face-to-Face: Shaun McCamley
This week, Travel Daily chats with Shaun McCamley, president of the Ho Tram Resort Casino in Vietnam, about the performance and prospects of his new integrated resort...
Q) How has…
THAI Smile moves into South Asia
THAI Smile, the low-cost subsidiary of Thai Airways, will launch its first routes to South Asia in the coming months, it has been reported.
Thailand's English language newspaper, The…
Tibet Airlines gets international clearance
Tibet Airlines has been authorised to launch international flights.
The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) confirmed last week that the Lhasa-based airline, which is…
World generated US$1.5 trillion from travel in 2014
The global travel and tourism industry was worth US$1.5 trillion in 2014, according to new figures released by the UNWTO.
International tourism receipts reached a record US$1.25…
Beijing scraps customs for transit tourists
Transit passengers at Beijing Capital International Airport will no longer have to undergo customs formalities when transferring between flights.
From 15 April 2015, passengers…
米高梅澳门签订30亿美金信贷
米高梅中国最近新签订了一笔信贷安排，这将使得公司有实力继续发展米高梅路氹金光的一体化度假村项目。
米高梅集团日前公布，总价值15.5亿美元贷款和14.5亿美元的循环型贷款，共计30亿美元的贷款已被签订，将进一步帮助澳门米高梅的发展壮大。
米高梅中国总裁兼首席执行官Grant…
Philippine Airlines adds new route to China
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced that it will launch a new route to China this month.
Commencing on 29 March 2015, the national carrier will operate direct flights from Manila…
澳门Roosevelt酒店明年开业
位于洛杉矶的著名Hollywood Roosevelt酒店来到澳门，明年将迎来开业。
坐落于路氹金光大道，澳门Roosevelt酒店定位于奢华度假，设计上融合了好莱坞气息和1950年代的复古格调。…
St Regis to add seventh hotel in China
Starwood's luxury brand St Regis will launch its seventh hotel in Greater China this year.
The St Regis Macao Cotai Central is scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2014,…
HNA launches another new Chinese airline
China's HNA Group has continued to expand its airline portfolio, with the official launch of GX Airlines - a new carrier based in southern China's scenic Guangxi region.
The start-up…
澳门贸易投资促进局加大宣传
日前，澳门贸易投资促进局举办商务交流会，宣传澳门贸易投资促进局作为澳门特区政府专责拓展贸易和投资市场的一个部门，成立二十年来持续致力为海内外工商界和投资者在澳门投资经商提供服务，同时，欢迎企业到访澳门参加和举办会展活动，利用澳门平台开拓葡语国家等海外市场。
…
Starwood marks fifth year of deal increases
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has revealed 2014 was its fifth year of increased deal signings as it looks for expansion across the globe this year.
The hotel giant opened 74 hotels…
Hilton College launches global hotel programme
The Hilton College in the US has joined forces with two top hospitality schools in Europe and Asia to launch a new global hotel programme.
The University of Houston's Conrad N. Hilton…
Chinese aviation briefs
Chinese airlines to carry 47.5m pax over New Year
Chinese airlines are expected to carry 47.52 million passengers over the Lunar New Year holiday period. The forecast, which was made…
Travel Daily Asia’s Ones to Watch for 2015
Fast and free in-flight Wi-Fi
Last year Emirates trialled a free Wi-Fi service onboard its aircraft and president Sir Tim Clark expressed a desire to roll it out permanently.…
Guangxi’s new airline cleared for launch
A new airline has been given permission to commence operations in the Guangxi region of southern China.
According to a statement by the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC),…
JW Marriott targets Asia’s emerging markets
Marriott International will boost its luxury portfolio in Asia's emerging markets in the coming months, with the opening of four new JW Marriott hotels in China and India.
In China,…
SATTE broadens appeal for 2015
Indian travel trade show SATTE is expected to have a broader appeal next year, due to the new Indian government’s apparent focus on the tourism industry.
Organiser UBM India reports…
MGM unveils first Diaoyutai hotel in China
MGM Resorts International taken a major step forward in its Chinese expansion strategy, with the launch of its first Diaoyutai-branded hotel in the country.
Operated by Diaoyutai MGM…
The latest industry appointments
GARY WARNOCK has been appointed general manager of the Dorsett Grand Chengdu. An experienced hotelier, Warnock spent the last seven years with Starwood Hotels & Resorts, where worked…
High-roller slump hits MGM China
A sharp decline in VIP gaming revenues has impacted the performance of MGM China in the third quarter of 2014.
The hotel and casino company revealed that its VIP table games revenue…
Face-to-Face: Mike Ford
Travel Daily chats with Mike Ford, co-founder & CEO of SiteMinder, about the company's recent partnership with Ctrip and his future expansion plans...
1) You recently announced a…
Spain’s NH Hotel moves into China with HNA
Spain’s NH Hotels will launch in China, following the signing of a new deal with HNA Group.
As part of the bilateral trade summit between Spain and China, attended by Spanish…
AirAsia connects Krabi with mainland China
AirAsia will provide a new Chinese connection for the Thai resort province of Krabi, with the launch of direct flights from Guangzhou.
Commencing on 6 November 2014, the new…
Gordon Ramsay to arrive at Marina Bay Sands
Gordon Ramsay has unveiled plans to open a restaurant at Marina Bay Sands.
An agreement was signed between Las Vegas Sands and Gordon Ramsay Group earlier this year to roll out the…
澳门机场单月旅客量突破52万
8月向为暑假出游高峰，到访澳门旅客及本地居民外游人数亦不断增加，这使澳门国际机场客运量和航班起降量保持稳定增长，并在2014年8月单月旅客创下自营运以来的记录，超过52万人次，航班量超过3,400架单次，分别比去年同期上升6.5%和1.4%。…
Cebu Pacific eyes NZ, Myanmar
Cebu Pacific Air (CEB) could soon start flying to New Zealand and Myanmar, after the low-cost carrier was offered new flying rights.
The Philippines' Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) has…
APEC旅游部长会议9月澳门举行
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Hospitality transactions accelerate in Asia Pacific
After hospitality trading volumes reached a five year peak in 2013, the momentum has carried forward through the first half of this year.
Akshay Kulkarni, Regional Director of Cushman…
Marriott hits new heights with Zhengzhou hotel
A new JW Marriott has opened in Zhengzhou which has become the tallest hotel in central China.
The 416-room JW Marriott Hotel Zhengzhou, in the capital of Henan province, is set on…
Urumqi Airlines cleared for launch
A new airline based in northwest Chinese's Xinjiang region has been cleared for take-off.
Urumqi Airlines is the latest regional carrier from China's HNA Group, which also operates…
48 feared dead in TransAsia crash
Updated 24 July 2014, 02.46 GMT
Forty-eight people are not confirmed to have died after a TransAsia Airways aircraft crashed while making an emergency landing.
The aircraft…
Sheraton to debut in Zhuhai
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has unveiled plans to open its first Sheraton in Zhuhai, the Chinese city located across the Pearl River Delta from Hong Kong and Macau.
Set to open in…
Club Med opens beach resort in China
Club Med has unveiled a new "Mediterranean-style" beach resort in China.
The Club Med Dong'ao Island, which opened in June 2014, is located on an island in the Pearl River Delta,…
Gordon Ramsay embarks on Asian restaurant expansion
Gordon Ramsay will arrive in Asia in September with the launch of the first of several new restaurants in the region.
The opening of the Bread Street Kitchen in Hong Kong will mark…
Marriott to add 200 luxury and lifestyle hotels
Marriott International has announced plans to significantly grow its global portfolio of luxury and lifestyle brands.
Accounting for nearly 25% of the company's pipeline, Marriott expects…
Casino surveillance company eyes Asian boom
A surveillance company is capitalising on the Asian casino boom by sealing new contracts with gaming operators in the region.
Along with the expansion of major gaming facilities in…
HK’s Cachet forms new Asian hospitality group
Hong Kong's Cachet Hotel Group (CHG), which operates the eco-friendly URBN Hotels brand, has formed a new joint venture hospitality company.
In partnership with US-based Invest…
The latest industry appointments
JEREMY VAN DE KLUNDERT has been named as the new managing director of Sabre Pacific. He joins the company, which is a subsidiary of Abacus International, having spent five years with…
Yatra rolls out summer packages
Yatra.com has rolled out summer holiday packages to international and domestic destinations.
The online portal is offering holidays to destination like Turkey, Europe, Switzerland,…
The latest industry appointments
ANTHONY KAUFMAN has been appointed by Carnival to the new position of senior vice president of Asia for the Princess Cruises brand. A US national, Kaufman is no stranger to Princess,…
Casino revenues drive Galaxy growth in 2013
Macau resort and casino operator, Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG), achieved a sharp rise in profits in 2013, driven by its gaming operations.
The company, which operates the Galaxy…
SilverNeedle to bring Country Comfort to Asia
SilverNeedle Hospitality will roll out Country Comfort hotels in Asia, following the development of a new franchise model for the upper-midscale brand.
The Country Comfort brand is…
Indian arrivals to Hong Kong up 5% in 2013
Indian arrivals to Hong Kong increased 5% in 2013, as compared to 2012.
According to figures released by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), 434,648 Indian tourists visited the…
Pan Pacific plots Asian expansion
Pan Pacific is accelerating its expansion plans in Asia, with the signing of three new properties.
The company, which currently operates 38 properties, is now expanding its presence…
Mandarin Oriental to open in Taipei
Mandarin Oriental will launch its first hotel in Taipei in the second quarter of this year.
Located on the main Dunhua North Road, in the centre of Taiwan's capital, the Mandarin…
Lucky Air goes international with Singapore launch
China's Lucky Air has commenced its first ever international flights, with the launch of a new route to Singapore.
On 25 January 2014, the airline, which is a subsidiary of Hainan…
The latest industry appointments
IAN THOMAS has been announced as the new president of Boeing China. Thomas, who has served as president of Boeing Australia & South Pacific for the past five years, will now move to…
Abacus signs Spring Airlines deal
Chinese low-cost carrier Spring Airlines has signed a new distribution agreement with Abacus International.
The three-year deal means that Shanghai-based Spring will be able to sell…
Thai AirAsia adds international flights
Thai AirAsia has unveiled a new service to China, plus additional flights on two other international routes.
Commencing on 21 February 2014, the low-cost carrier will launch the first…
Travel Daily Asia’s Review of 2013
So another year has passed; how was it for you?
Asia’s travel industry began the year with high hopes, following record tourist arrivals in 2012. Despite the eurozone slump and…
Taiwan eyes eight million visitors
Taiwan could welcome eight million visitors this year, after the country revealed that it has already reached its target of 7.7m international arrivals.
Reported by the China News…
Hilton debuts in Shenzhen
Hilton has opened its first hotel in Shenzhen.
The 16-storey Hilton Shenzhen Shekou Nanhai is located in the centre of the Guangdong city, facing Shenzhen Bay and the Pearl River…
Sri Lanka approves casino projects
The Sri Lankan government has approved the development of three controversial casino projects.
According to China's Xinhua news agency, citing a government report, the country has…
AirAsia to fly Bangkok-Changsha
Thai AirAsia is continuing its rapid expansion into China, with the launch of a new service to the city of Changsha.
Commencing on 24 January 2014, the low-cost carrier will operate…
Tigerair expands in China
Tigerair is continuing its expansion in China with the launch of a new route to the seaport city of Ningbo, Zhejiang province.
The new service will operate three times a week direct…
Cebu Pacific expands in Japan
Cebu Pacific Air (CEB) has unveiled a major expansion of its operations in Japan, with plans to launch services to two new destinations - Tokyo and Nagoya.
The Philippine low-cost…
David Beckham to develop resort concepts in Asia
Las Vegas Sands has entered into a new partnership with David Beckham, which will see the former England footballer develop new a new range of entertainment offerings for the company's…
CTM moves into Asia with Westminster Travel deal
Corporate Travel Management (CTM) is moving into the Asian market, with the acquisition of a majority stake in Westminster Travel.
The Australian travel management company announced this…
AMEX predicts MICE decline in Asia Pacific
The MICE market in the Asia Pacific region will experience a slight decline next year, a new report has predicted.
According to the American Express Meetings & Events 2014 Global…
AirAsia offers Bangkok connections
AirAsia has made it easier for passengers to connect between flights in Bangkok, with the launch of its 'Fly-Thru' service.
Passengers connecting from one AirAsia flight to another at…
China boosts MGM performance
MGM Resorts International saw a strong improvement in its financial results in the third quarter of the year, driven by the strength of its Chinese operations.
The company, which…
Hainan Airlines to launch Xinjiang carrier
Hainan Airlines has been given permission to establish Urumqi Airlines, a new carrier based in China's far northwest region of Xinjiang.
The Civil Aviation Administration of China…
China arrivals continue to fall
Visitor arrivals to China have continued to decline in 2013.
According to the latest data from the China National Tourism Administration (CNTA), reported by Xinhua, international…
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Travel Daily China launches today!
Travel Daily Media Group is delighted to announce the launch of a brand new daily e-magazine to serve the world's fastest-growing travel market - China.
Launching today, on the auspicious…
Face-to-Face: David Kong
Ahead of the launch of Travel Daily China, we chats with David Kong, president & CEO of Best Western International, about the company's development plans in China...
Asian arrivals continue to climb
International visitor arrivals to the Asia Pacific region increased 6% in June 2013.
According to the data figures from the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), all sub-regions…
Four Seasons opens in Shenzhen
Four Seasons has opened its first ever hotel in Shenzhen.
Located in the centre of the Pearl River Delta city, the Four Seasons Hotel Shenzhen offers 266 rooms and suites, most of…
Travel Daily China launches in world’s fastest-growing travel market
Travel Daily Media Group and Travel World China are launching a brand new e-magazine to serve the world’s fastest-growing travel market – China.
Launching on the auspicious date of 8…
THAI Smile expands to China, Laos
Thai Airways International (THAI) has revealed that its regional low-cost carrier, THAI Smile, will commence flights to mainland China and Laos.
From 27 October 2013, the airline will…
Wego turns focus on Philippines
Travel metasearch website Wego has revealed it is to focus on the Filipino market by attending the first Philippine Tourism Forum and the 24th Philippine Travel Mart.
The company has…
China Southern profits fall
Guangzhou based carrier China Southern Airlines has posted a half yearly profit of US$56.2 million – an 18.9% year-on-year drop.
According to its unaudited interim financial report,…
The shift to consumer-centricity in the travel and tourism industry
The rise of the middle class in Asian populations is a trend that is finally tilting the balance of consumer purchasing power towards Asia.
Plaza Premium plans major lounge expansion
Airport lounge operator, Plaza Premium, has announced plans for a major expansion of its global network.
Established in Hong Kong, the company now operates at 27 international…
The latest appointments – India
RAJAN KALRA has been appointed as Associate Director of Sales India, Sun International Hotels and Resorts, Southern Africa at
Outbound Marketing. Since 2008, Kalra worked with the…
The latest industry appointments
JOHN SLOSAR has been named as the new Chairman of Cathay Pacific Airways, John Swire & Sons, Swire Pacific, Swire Properties and Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering. Currently the Chief…
Starwood launches special programme for Indian travellers
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide has launched a special programme for Indian travellers.
Under the Starwood Personalised Travel programme, the group has launched a series of…
Half of Taiwanese arrivals now Chinese
More than 50% of international visitor arrivals to Taiwan are now from mainland China.
According to the latest data from Taiwan's Tourism Bureau, the island welcomed 3.81 million…
Tourism tidbits from India
New convention centre in Mumbai
A new convention centre will be developed at Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC), Mumbai.
The Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) has begun work on…
SpiceJet announces new international destinations
The Chennai-based low-cost carrier SpiceJet has announced the addition of three new international destinations.
The carrier will add Bangkok, Muscat and Macau to its international…
Wendy Wu to go on the road
Wendy Wu has announced it will embark on another travel agent roadshow this autumn.
The tour operator will begin its tour in Manchester on 10 September and stop at another nine…
Shun Tak unveils new hotel company
Shun Tak Holdings, Stanley Ho's Hong Kong-based transport and leisure conglomerate, has announced the launch of Artyzen Hospitality Group (AHG) - its first branded hotel management…
HK hotel sector faces overcapacity – study
Hong Kong’s hotel sector is facing a “serious problem” of overcapacity, which is only likely to become more severe over the coming years, a new study has said.
A research paper by Dr…
Cebu Pacific adds China, Vietnam capacity
Cebu Pacific Airways (CEB) is increasing the number of seats it offers to destinations on China and Vietnam.
From 31 October 2013, the Philippine low-cost carrier will add an extra…
DreamWorks to create Chinese theme park
DreamWorks Animation has unveiled plans to develop an indoor theme park in eastern China.
The company, which was behind hit movies such as Shrek, Madagascar and Kung Fu Panda, told…
HKIA sees strong first half growth
Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) reported sustained growth in terms of passenger and flight movements in the first half of 2013.
During the first six months of the year,…
Langham adds Yangtze Delta hotel
Langham Hospitality Group has signed a new hotel in eastern China's Zhejiang province.
Located in the city of Hainang, the new Langham Place property will form part of an integrated…
Sands China to recycle 100 tonnes of hotel soap
Sands China, which operates The Venetian Macao and Sands Cotai Central integrated resorts, is planning to recycle 100 tonnes of hotel soap in the next 12 months.
In partnership with…
Shun Tak Holdings takes Jetstar HK stake
Hong Kong conglomerate Shun Tak Holdings has taken a significant stake in the city's first low-cost carrier, Jetstar Hong Kong.
The company, which was founded by Macau gaming tycoon…
The latest industry appointments
MATTHEW VARLEY has been announced as the new Chief Operating Officer of Wego, based at the travel search site's Singapore headquarters. Varley joins from the Wotif Group, where he held…
Australia signs up Asian stars in tourism drive
Tourism Australia has enlisted the support of Hong Kong actor and singer Ekin Cheng to promote tourism to Cairns and Sydney in a new television travel series.
In a major drive to boost…
Indian air connectivity to grow
The Indian government has recently granted traffic rights to Indian scheduled carriers for operations on new international
routes.
These routes include flights between…
Shenzhen bucks Pearl River Delta hotel decline
Hotels in Shenzhen saw a strong rise in occupancy and average daily rates (ADR) in the first quarter of 2013, but this was not matched by other major cities in the Pearl River Delta.…
Five on Friday – Asia
Three for two at The Siam, Bangkok
The Siam, the riverside resort in Bangkok, is offering guests the chance to stay for three nights for the price of two. Guests can choose from any…
Banyan Tree to open hot spring resort in China
Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts has signed a new hot spring resort close to the Chinese city of Chongqing.
Opening this summer close to the Jinyun Mountain Natural Reserve, 40…
Malaysians spread wings to new destinations
Malaysians are taking advantage of new air links to explore a broader range of tourist destinations, a new study of online bookings has shown.
Travel search site Wego looked at the…
Major new casino resort opens in Manila
A new US$1 billion gaming resort has opened in Manila Bay.
The flagship project of Bloomberry Resorts Corporation, the Solaire Resort & Casino opened its doors on Saturday (19…
2012 a record year for Asia Pacific tourism
The Asia Pacific region saw a record number of international visitor arrivals in 2012, according to the latest full-year data from the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA).
The region…
Mandarin Oriental to debut in Shanghai
Mandarin Oriental will open its first hotel in Shanghai later this year, with the launch of a new luxury property on the banks of the Huangpu River.
Set to open in the second quarter…
Conrad opens new Beijing hotel
Hilton has opened the Conrad Beijing, its new flagship property in the Chinese capital.
Located in the Chaoyang district of the city, Conrad Beijing features 289 rooms and suites, all…
The latest industry appointments – Asia
ALEX ALT has been appointed President and General Manager of Sabre Hospitality Solutions, effective April 2013. Alt, who has a Masters degree from Harvard Business School, joined Sabre…
AirAsia touches down in Shanghai
AirAsia touched down in Shanghai for this first time today, marking the start of a new scheduled service from Kuala Lumpur.
The low-cost carrier's long-haul unit, AirAsia X, will now…
2,000 more room open at Sheraton Macao
The Sheraton Macao Hotel has celebrated the opening of its second tower, the Earth Tower, adding 2,067 more rooms to the property.
The new additions take the hotel's total inventory to…
Singapore top choice for Chinese New Year
Singapore is the most popular destination for holidaymakers from both Singapore and Hong Kong, according to Asian travel search site Wego.
Almost one in five Wego hotel searches from users…
HKIA sets new traffic records
Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) set new annual records for both passenger traffic and flight movements in 2012.
Last year, HKIA welcomed a total of 56.5 million passengers and…
Chinese arrivals dip in 2012
The number of tourists travelling to China declined unexpectedly in 2012.
According to the latest data from the China National Tourism Administration (CNTA), 133 million international…
Hotel performance dips in Pearl River Delta
Hotels in the Pearl River Delta region experienced declines in terms of revenue per available room (revPAR) in October.
According to the latest data from STR Global, provided exclusively to…
AirAsia X to fly to Shanghai
AirAsia X is expanding its network in China with the introduction of direct flights to Shanghai.
From 19 February 2013, the low-cost carrier will commence six weekly flights from Kuala…
Venetian Macao launches ‘Winter in Venice’
The Venetian Macao launched a new festive season of attractions this week, called 'Winter in Venice'.
Running from now until 13 January 2013, the integrated resort will play host to a range…
Garuda adds Pearl River Delta port check-in service
Garuda Indonesia has launched a new check-in service at five ports in the Pearl River Delta.
Passengers on Garuda flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) can now check-in at…
Venetian Macao hits MICE milestone
For the first time since its 2007 opening, the Venetian Macao’s main exhibition centre, the CotaiExpo, has hosted one million visitors in the first 10 months of a year.
The record figure…
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Asian aviation briefs
VietJet adds Vinh flights
VietJet Air has commenced flight to Vinh, in north-central Vietnam. The new direct route from Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) will be operated daily using VietJet's…
MoCA approves more traffic rights
The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) has approved more traffic rights.
These rights are approved to Indian carriers for three seasons beginning winter 2012. The new allocations are…
EVA receives first Airbus A321
EVA Air has received its first Airbus A321-200 aircraft following a ceremony at the planemaker’s factory in Hamburg.
The new single-aisle aircraft is the first of 12 A321s ordered by…
SOTC launches ‘Just Fly Out’ holidays
Travellers can now make sudden plans to take an international holiday.
SOTC has announced the launch of ‘Just Fly Out’ holidays. With this launch, travelers can push off on a weekend…
Banyan Tree opens urban resort in Shanghai
Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts has debuted in Shanghai with the launch of an urban resort on the banks of the Huangpu River.
Banyan Tree Shanghai on the Bund becomes the first hotel in…
Jumeirah Hotels and Resorts, Ctrip.com ink agreement
Jumeirah Group signed a global direct connectivity partnership agreement in Shanghai with Ctrip.com International Ltd.
This is the first time a luxury hotel group from the Middle East has…
Jumeirah boosts China presence with Ctrip
Jumeirah Group has entered into a new partnership with China's online travel giant, Ctrip.
The new Global Direct Connectivity Partnership Agreement, which was signed in Shanghai late last…
Thai AirAsia sees surging demand from China
Thai AirAsia is aggressively exploring the China market after Chinese passenger numbers increased 34% year-on-year.
Tassapon Bijleveld, CEO of Thai AirAsia said; “China is growing rapidly…
SpiceJet eyes more international destinations
SpiceJet is eyeing more international destinations in former Soviet Union and China. The low cost carrier has sought government approval to fly 10 new destinations. These destinations…
Thomas Cook India launches 48H Holidays
Thomas Cook (India) Ltd has launched a new division which will offer international holidays in 48 hours. The “48H Holidays” will offer 15 countries which are either visa on arrival or…
World tourism arrivals on track to hit one billion
International tourism arrivals remain on track to reach the one billion mark by the end of year, according to the UNWTO.
According to its half-year results, a record 467m tourists travelled…
Hard Rock to move into China
Hard Rock International has announced plans to launch two new hotels in China.
Through a collaboration with golf resort operator Mission Hills, the two new Hard Rock hotels are expected to…
Accor launches flagship ibis in Hong Kong
Accor has opened a new ibis hotel in Hong Kong, which is set to be the brand's flagship property in the Asia Pacific region.
The 550-room ibis Hong Kong Central & Sheung Wan, located…
Abacus poised for Chinese expansion
Abacus International has expressed optimism about the planned changes to China's airline distribution regulations.
From 1 October 2012, the new Civil Aviation Administration of China's…
Thirsty Thursday Survey
Dear Industry friends,
We would like to get your view on our Thirsty Thursday event held monthly in Dubai. Two lucky entrants will get a special prize at the next Thirsty Thursday event…
China woos Indian travellers
The tourism departments of Macau, Hong Kong and Guangdong province in China have come together to woo Indian travellers.
"India is a huge market for us. Lots of tourists go to Hong Kong…
Asia arrivals growth slows again
The growth in international visitor arrivals to the Asia Pacific region continues to slow down.
According to the latest data from the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), the region…
The latest appointments – Asia
ED FULLER has been announced as the new President of California-based consultancy company Laguna Strategic Advisors. Fuller takes the new role having retired from Marriott International in…
Sands Cotai Central set for major expansion
Sands China has announced 20 September 2012 as the opening date for the second phase of its Sands Cotai Central integrated resort.
This second phase will include the launch of the complex's…
Banyan Tree to expand in China
Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts is planning to expand in China with the launch of new urban resorts in Shanghai and Tianjin.
Opening in October and November 2012 respectively, the Banyan…
PATA Travel Marts heads to Chengdu
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has revealed that the PATA Travel Mart 2013 will be held in Chengdu. The event will mark the fourth time the annual travel trade show has been…
South Asia tourism growth slows – PATA
The growth of international arrivals to South Asia registered a slower growth of 5% during April 2012, according to the latest data from the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA).
The…
Asian tourism growth slows
The growth of international arrivals to the Asia Pacific region slowed to just 4% in April, according to the latest data from the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA).
The results,…
Travel Daily ‘Iftar Evening’ – Aug 14th, 2012
Travel Daily Middle East brings to you the annual ‘Iftar Evening’
Come join us on Aug 14th for a special evening filled with traditional delicacies, lavish buffet and chilled out networking…
Asian Aviation Briefs
China to build 82 new airports
China will build 82 new airports by 2015 in an effort to provide transport links to remote rural areas. Speaking at a news conference in Shanghai recently,…
Sands China hosts Bangkok roadshow
Sands China showcased the range of facilities offered at the Sands Cotai Macao to the Thai travel trade recently, with a product seminar at Conrad Bangkok.
The event was designed to boost…
Indonesians look further afield for post-Ramadan breaks
Indonesians are changing the way they spend their Lebaran (post-Ramadan) holiday breaks this year, with more people foregoing the traditional home-coming in favour of holidays further…
Integrated resort planned for Vladivostok
A Russian company is planning to develop a major new integrated casino resort in the far eastern city of Vladivostok.
OJSC Nash Dom Primorye, which is owned by the local Primorsky Territory…
Hotels gear up for Chinese boom
Hotels in Asia Pacific are expecting a major rise in Chinese visitors in the coming years, according to a new survey by Hotels.com.
Launched today (Friday 13 July 2012), the company's…
TransAsia upgrades lounge and in-flight services
TransAsia has announced plans to roll out a series of service upgrades from July onwards.
The airline recently opened another airport lounge at Taipei Taoyuan International Airport for…
THAI Smile aims to fill gap in the market
Newly-launched airline THAI Smile is aiming to satisfy the growing regional demand for flights to and from Thailand, according to the carrier’s Managing Director, Captain Woranate Laprabang.…
THAI Smile takes off
Thai Airways International's (THAI) new regional carrier, THAI Smile, has launched its first flight.
The new carrier's first Airbus A320 aircraft took off from Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi…
THAI Smile receives first A320
THAI Smile, the new regional subsidiary of Thai Airways International (THAI), has taken delivery of its first aircraft, an Airbus A320.
The new narrow-body aircraft will be configured with…
Staff appointments 21/06/12
Movers and shakers in the travel industry this week.
Alexandra Sanchez has been named as commercial manager at Air Europa. Sanchez has 12 years aviation experience including roles at Air…
The latest industry appointments – Asia
CHRISTOPHER LUXON has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Air New Zealand. Luxon, who currently serves as the airline's Group General Manager for International, will replace…
Abacus seals Air Busan content
Abacus International has signed a new five-year exclusive agreement with Korean low-cost carrier Air Busan.
Effective 1 August 2012, the deal will see Air Busan become the first Korean LCC…
Mandarin Oriental to open in Chengdu
Mandarin Oriental has signed a management agreement for a new luxury hotel in Chengdu.
Currently under development, the Mandarin Oriental Chengdu will form part of a mixed-use development…
The latest industry appointments – Asia
FABRICE BREGIER has been announced as the new President & CEO of Airbus. A French national, Bregier was previously the European planemaker's Chief Operating Officer. He takes over the…
Hotel rates in Pearl River Delta continue to rise
Hotel rates in four key cities in the Pearl River Delta region continued their upward trajectory in April 2012.
According to the latest data from STR Global, provided exclusively to Travel…
Southeast Asia continues to lead tourism growth
International arrivals into Asia Pacific destinations increased 7% year-on-year during the first two months of 2012, according to preliminary data released by the Pacific Asia Travel…
Marriott signs 250th Asian hotel
Marriott International has signed its 250th hotel in Asia - the Renaissance Bo'ao Resort & Spa in China.
The new deal means US-based Marriott now has 129 open hotels plus a development…
Caribbean Airlines Thirsty Thursday London 24 May
Travel Daily UK has teamed up with Caribbean Airlines to host our next Thirsty Thursday event in London!
See photos and a write-up from the event here
Join us on 24…
Chinese travel set for five-year boom – report
Shopping, internet booking and the rise of low-cost carriers will lead to a five-year period of strong growth for the Chinese travel market, according to research being unveiled today…
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To celebrate Air Europa’s daily service to Lima from 26 June, the Latin America specialist is giving…
The latest industry appointments
THOMAS J MONAHAN has been named as Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group’s new Executive Vice President of Development for Asia Pacific. With 35 years’ hospitality experience, Monahan arrives from…
Global tourism to grow BRIC by BRIC
In its global overview of the travel industry presented as part of the World Travel Market (WTM) Vision 2012 conference series, Euromonitor International revealed its latest research…
PATA welcomes new Chairman
João Manuel Costa Antunes has been introduced as the new Chairman of PATA.
The current Director of the Macau Government Tourist Office (MTGO), Antunes officially took over from out-going…
AirAsia launches Philippine subsidiary
AirAsia’s new Philippines-based subsidiary took to the skies for the first time today. On Wednesday 28 March 2012, Philippines Air Asia commenced its maiden flights from its home base at…
India opens 11 new international routes
The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) has decided to open 11 new international routes under the bilateral Air Services Agreements (ASAs). The rights to new routes will be given to the…
Ascott expands in Pearl River Delta
The 186-unit Ascott M-City Foshan
Ascott has signed contracts to manage two more properties southern China's Pearl River Delta region. The 186-unit Ascott M-City Foshan will become Ascott's…
Lufthansa unveils new first class cabin
Lufthansa has unveiled its brand new First Class cabin to be deployed on its entire 747-400 fleet serving the Hong Kong - Frankfurt route. The carrier has halved the number of first class…
Cebu Pacific targets China growth
Cebu Pacific (CEB) is planning to expand its services to China. The Philippine low-cost carrier reported 30% growth in mainland Chinese passengers in the third quarter of 2011, and to meet…
Gambling holidays picks pace this Diwali
Gambling attractions at tourist destinations such as Macau, Singapore and Dubai are drawing crowds this Diwali. With the holiday falling mid-week, tourists from the city have been lucky to…
Jetstar to launch flights to Guangzhou
Jetstar has announced that it will commence flights between Singapore and Guangzhou from 22 December. The southern Chinese city will be served daily using a brand new Airbus A320 aircraft.…
Face-to-Face: Roland Jegge, Worldhotels
Roland Jegge, Vice President Asia Pacific, Worldhotels1) Can you please tell us about Worldhotels' portfolio expansion so far in 2011? 2011 will be marked as a…
Southeast Asia continues to drive regional arrivals
Southeast Asia continues to be the one of the fastest growing areas of the Asia Pacific region, in terms of international visitor arrivals. Preliminary data from the Pacific Asia Travel…
Southeast Asia continues to drive regional arrivals
Southeast Asia continues to be the one of the fastest growing areas of the Asia Pacific region, in terms of international visitor arrivals. Preliminary data from the Pacific Asia Travel…
Green light for Pearl River Delta bridge
Construction of a bridge linking Hong Kong, Macau and mainland China has been given the green light following a legal challenge. China's state news agency, Xinhua reported that a court in…
Wyndham signs contract on China property
Wyndham Worldwide Corporation yesterday announced the signing of an agreement to manage a new 401-room property in southern China. The Wyndham Grand Foshan Gaoming will feature 98…
PAL temporarily cuts services
Philippine Airlines (PAL) is reducing flight frequencies across its network as it prepares to handover various services to outside agents. The airline has chosen to outsource catering,…
Jetstar adds Ningbo to Chinese network
Jetstar has launched flights from Singapore to Ningbo, in eastern China's Zhejiang province. The low-cost carrier becomes the first and only airline to offer a direct connection between…
South Asia tourism continues double-digit growth
International visitor arrivals into Asia Pacific destinations grew by 6% year-on-year in June 2011, according to the latest data from the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA). South Asia…
Southeast Asia leads regional tourism boom
International visitor arrivals into Asia Pacific destinations increased 6% year-on-year in June 2011, according to the latest data from PATA.
The positive momentum of the previous…
China MICE sector grows, but room for improvement
China's meetings and events sector is expanding, but the country needs to improve its facilities in future if it is to become a MICE powerhouse, according to a recent survey by Reed Travel…
New policy to enhance travel between China and SARs
HK will have closer links with Guangdong and Macau
New policy framework for Guangdong province, Hong Kong and Macau will have a direct impact on the travel and tourism sector. The Chinese…
AirAsia Philippines receives first aircraft
AirAsia's new Philippines-based low-cost carrier received its first aircraft yesterday. The brand new Airbus A320 jet arrived at the airline's new home base at Clark's Diosdado Macapagal…
HKIA sees record traffic in July
Passenger traffic and flight movements at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) increased 5.7% and 8.1% year-on-year respectively in July 2011 to new single-month records of 5.0 million…
Regulations implemented to protect Chinese tourists
The tourism boards from mainland China and Macau are acting to protect the interests of Chinese tourists. The National Tourism Administration of China and the Macau Government Tourist Office…
Passengers hurt after Taiwan plane evacuation
A passenger plane had to be evacuated at Taipei's Taoyuan International Airport yesterday, injuring several people. The China Post reported that 15 passengers were hurt as they disembarked…
AirAsia expands ‘Fly-Thru’ service in China
AirAsia has launched a new 'Fly-Thru' service for guests travelling to and from the Pearl River Delta hubs of Hong Kong, Macau and Guangzhou. The service enables passengers travelling on…
APPOINTMENTS w/e 14 July 2011
SYMON BRIDLE has been promoted to the role of Chief Operating Officer for Hong Kong-based New World Hospitality. Bridle joined New World in 2009 as Senior Vice President - operations. He…
Asia Pacific arrivals continue to climb
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has released is preliminary international visitor arrivals figures for Asia Pacific destinations in April 2011, with a year-on-year increase of…
Pearl River Delta hotels see surging revPAR
Hotels in the four major cities of the Pearl River Delta saw double-digit gains in terms of revenue per available room (revPAR), when measured in US dollars, in May 2011. According to data…
China Eastern joins SkyTeam
China Eastern Airlines and its subsidiary, Shanghai Airlines have officially joined the SkyTeam airline alliance at a ceremony held in Beijing today. In welcoming the two Shanghai-based…
Cebu launches ZERO sale
The Philippines' national flag carrier, Cebu Pacific has launched its trademark ZERO fare seat sale to all its 33 domestic and 16 international destinations. Tickets available for sale must…
Tiger Airways marks milestone
Low-cost carrier Tiger Airways has honoured its 20 millionth passenger at Singapore Airport.Lock Sau Lai, a regular Tiger passenger, was returning to Singapore from Phuket with her family on…
Garuda appoints Hong Kong PR agency
Garuda Indonesia has appointed Grebstad Hicks Communications (GHCasia) as its new PR partner for Hong Kong and Macau. The move is part of the national carrier's new five-year expansion…
New integrated resort planned for Vietnam coast
Asian Coast DevelopmentLtd (ACDL), the owner and developer of the Ho Tram Strip integrated resortdevelopment in southern Vietnam,has entered into an agreement with Pinnacle Entertainment Inc…
UAE-China training partnership confirmed
The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management, one of the world's leading hospitality management schools and part of Jumeirah Group, recently signed a cooperation agreement with the Beijing…
iVenture launches Hong Kong visitor pass
iVenture Card has announced the launch of a new visitor pass for Hong Kong. The 'See Hong Kong Pass' is a smart card that allows cash-free entry to more than 15 city attractions, together…
China Southern appoints Sydney PR agency
China Southern Airlines has appointed Sydney-based MG Media Communications to handle its public relations in Australia and New Zealand.
Guangzhou-based China Southern is China's biggest…
Emirates Academy signs Chinese tie-up
The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management, part of Jumeirah Group, has signed a new agreement with the Beijing Hospitality Institute.
The agreement establishes an academic exchange…
Asia Pacific arrivals rise 5% in Q1
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has released preliminary figures for international visitor arrivals into Asia and the Pacific for the first quarter of 2011. The results show a…
Accor empowers Chinese AIDS victims
Accor has launched the second phase of its three-year 'Empowerment Builds the Future' CSR programme, designed to help Chinese women and children affected by the AIDS virus. Launched on 18…
China’s Deer Jet receives new Airbus corporate jet
Deer Jet, China's largest VIP charter airline, has taken delivery of its first Airbus corporate jetliner, an ACJ319. The new aircraft joins an Airbus A319 already being used by Deer Jet to…
Upsurge in Indian travellers to boost aviation, hospitality
With around nine million Indian travellers all set to travel around the country and abroad this holiday season, the country's aviation and hospitality sector are expecting increased profits,…
South China cities embark on SE Asia roadshow
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has teamed up with the Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO), Tourism Administration of Guangzhou Municipality (TAGM), Zhongshan Municipal Tourism…
Banyan Tree to showcase expansion
Banyan Tree Holdings Limited will use the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2011 to reveal a series of expansion and development plans. The luxury hotel company, which this week is on show in…
SEAIR, Tiger to launch Philippines domestic jet flights
South East Asian Airlines (SEAIR) has announced the launch of its first domestic jet services, connecting Manila with Cebu and Davao. The Philippine low-cost carrier will operate up to 10…
Asia Pacific arrivals increase 5% in February
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has released its preliminary figures for international visitor arrivals into Asia Pacific for the month of February 2011, showing a year-on-year…
Jumeirah launches first China hotel
Jumeirah Group has announced the soft opening of its first five-star luxury hotel in China at the Himalayas Centre in Shanghai.
Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel Shanghai features 401 contemporary…
Hyatt launches Chinese breakfast programme
Hyatt hotels in greater China are now featuring a greater range of traditions breakfast dishes made from classic local recipes. Until now, Chinese-style dishes have been incorporated into…
Pearl River Delta airports join forces
Senior management of the five major airports in the Greater Pearl River Delta (GPRD) region, including Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Macau, Shenzhen and Zhuhai, have agreed to strengthen…
Banyan Tree pens Hong Kong training deal
Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts has signed two Memoranda Of Understanding (MoUs) with The School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) to…
Asian arrivals increase 7% in January
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) today released preliminary figures for international visitor arrivals into Asia and the Pacific for January 2011, with the region seeing a seven…
Heavens Portfolio seals tie-up with Viceroy Maldives
Heavens Portfolio, the collection of luxury travel experiences, has announced the newest addition to its portfolio, with the Viceroy Maldives to join upon its opening in summer 2011.…
Appointments w/e 17 March 2011
MAUNU VON LUEDERS has been appointed IATA's new Regional Vice President for Asia Pacific, based in Singapore. A Finnish national, von Lueders has served as CEO of two international carriers,…
TDA APPOINTMENTS w/e 10 March 2011
CHRIS MOLONEY has been announced as InterContinental Hotels Group's (IHG) new Chief Operating Officer for South West Asia. An IHG veteran, Moloney most recently served as Chief Executive…
Banyan Tree announces 2011 expansion plans
Banyan Tree Holdings has announced its expansion plans for 2011, with the launch of five new properties under its Banyan Tree and Angsana brands. The new openings include the Banyan Tree…
Forbes to bring hotel ratings guide to Singapore
Forbes Travel Guide has announced it will launch its first ever hotel and spa ratings for Singapore in April 2011. Forbes Travel Guide's ratings are based on evaluations of more than 500…