Hotels redesign career paths as hospitality competes with tech firms for young talent
As global travel moves toward a new era of growth, hospitality leaders are increasingly recognising that the industry’s greatest challenge is no longer infrastructure, technology or investment, but people.
Travel giants embrace AI and fintech as economic uncertainty shifts demand to regional markets
Even amid shifting geopolitics, capacity constraints and economic uncertainty, one thing remains remarkably resilient: people still want to travel.
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Sustainability is no longer a side conversation in the meetings industry — it is becoming central to competitiveness, profitability and destination appeal.
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TDM Global Summit Bangkok – 2026
Join 400+ of the industry’s most influential C-Suite executives, owners, and innovators for an exclusive, invitation-only day of strategic insight.
TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards Middle East 2026
Celebrate the pinnacle of travel and hospitality. Nominate your brand for the region’s premier awards program honoring innovation, leadership, and excellence. Submissions close Jun 28, 2026. Join the industry's elite in Dubai this September.
Inspiring Women in Travel Asia Awards 2026
Elevating the voices of women leaders in the travel industry. Join us in celebrating excellence, mentorship, and innovation across Asia. Nominate a trailblazer today for our 2026 ceremony in Bangkok and join a community dedicated to gender diversity and leadership.
TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards Thailand 2026
Celebrating the pinnacle of achievement in Thailand’s travel trade. Join us at the gala ceremony in Bangkok on October 15, 2026. Recognition for top-tier hospitality, aviation, and tech innovators. Enter your nomination today!
TDM Global Summit Singapore – 2026
An exclusive invitation-only gathering of 200+ C-Suite travel and hospitality executives. Join us on Nov 25 at the Amari Bangkok for high-impact networking, strategic insights, and discussions on the future of travel tech and regional growth. Shape the industry’s tomorrow.
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Travel brands pivot to autonomous AI agents as guest expectations for personalisation surge
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Social commerce reshapes travel trade as younger travellers book based on social influence
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Luxury travellers pivot to preventive healthcare as Thailand expands longevity infrastructure
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Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport targets short-stay market as transit travel rebounds
Appreciating how important time is while travelling, Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport aims to help leisure and business travellers maximise
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Hotels redesign career paths as hospitality competes with tech firms for young talent
As global travel moves toward a new era of growth, hospitality leaders are increasingly recognising that the industry’s greatest challenge is no longer infrastructure, technology or investment, but people.
Travel giants embrace AI and fintech as economic uncertainty shifts demand to regional markets
Even amid shifting geopolitics, capacity constraints and economic uncertainty, one thing remains remarkably resilient: people still want to travel.
Hotels surge toward green certifications as multinational firms demand emissions reporting
Sustainability is no longer a side conversation in the meetings industry — it is becoming central to competitiveness, profitability and destination appeal.
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TDM Global Summit Bangkok – 2026
Join 400+ of the industry’s most influential C-Suite executives, owners, and innovators for an exclusive, invitation-only day of strategic insight.
TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards Middle East 2026
Celebrate the pinnacle of travel and hospitality. Nominate your brand for the region’s premier awards program honoring innovation, leadership, and excellence. Submissions close Jun 28, 2026. Join the industry's elite in Dubai this September.
Inspiring Women in Travel Asia Awards 2026
Elevating the voices of women leaders in the travel industry. Join us in celebrating excellence, mentorship, and innovation across Asia. Nominate a trailblazer today for our 2026 ceremony in Bangkok and join a community dedicated to gender diversity and leadership.
TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards Thailand 2026
Celebrating the pinnacle of achievement in Thailand’s travel trade. Join us at the gala ceremony in Bangkok on October 15, 2026. Recognition for top-tier hospitality, aviation, and tech innovators. Enter your nomination today!
TDM Global Summit Singapore – 2026
An exclusive invitation-only gathering of 200+ C-Suite travel and hospitality executives. Join us on Nov 25 at the Amari Bangkok for high-impact networking, strategic insights, and discussions on the future of travel tech and regional growth. Shape the industry’s tomorrow.
Exclusives
View All
Centara Expands Japan Portfolio With Second Osaka Opening
Centara Hotels & Resorts opened its second hotel in Japan in April, Centara Life Namba Hotel Osaka located in the
Travel brands pivot to autonomous AI agents as guest expectations for personalisation surge
Artificial intelligence in travel is evolving far beyond automation into something much more transformative: autonomous, intelligent agents capable of anticipating
Social commerce reshapes travel trade as younger travellers book based on social influence
At the TDM Global Summit Bangkok 2026, a fireside chat between Kevin Khor, Marketing Director MEAPAC at DiDi Global (DiDA)
Luxury travellers pivot to preventive healthcare as Thailand expands longevity infrastructure
At a time when wellness is evolving far beyond spas and indulgence, a panel at the TDM Global Summit Bangkok
Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport targets short-stay market as transit travel rebounds
Appreciating how important time is while travelling, Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport aims to help leisure and business travellers maximise
‘Select your exact room’: Tech founder explains the shift in hotel booking
Personalisation tools close expectation gaps and unlock higher room-level pricing.
Luxury meets locomotive as InterContinental Khao Yai anchors region’s eco-tourism push
Nestled in the northeastern reaches of Thailand, the InterContinental Khao Yai takes the concept of luxury and adds a touch of natural wonder and a sense of adventure into the mix.
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- Asia eyes tourism growth as mentorship programs bridge gender leadership gap
- Commercial aviation sees record female representation amid industry-wide 25by2025 push
- Accor secures 5-star Employer of Choice status
- Japan tourism hits $15B as global spending offsets 60% China drop
- Deepti Sheth takes helm of HR at Thomas Cook India
- Central Asia tourism revenues surge as China expands Belt and Road investments
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x Studio
Connect with your clients by working with our in-house brand studio, using our expertise and media reach to help you create and craft your message in video and podcast, native content and whitepapers, webinars and event formats.
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- Seabourn Expands 2028–29 Antarctica, South Georgia Voyages
- Hotels redesign career paths as hospitality competes with tech firms for young talent
- Travel giants embrace AI and fintech as economic uncertainty shifts demand to regional markets
- Centara Expands Japan Portfolio With Second Osaka Opening
- Travel brands pivot to autonomous AI agents as guest expectations for personalisation surge