And the smelliest news of the year goes to…
In case you missed the news, duly and diligently reported by TTG Asia’s network of correspondents in the region, Raini Hamdi trawls through our...
If I were a hotel brand, I would be…
Raini Hamdi asks hotel CEOs which brand in their portfolio best fits their personality
From left: Sonia Cheng, Simon C Barlow and Ricco M deBlank
Sonia Cheng
CEO,...
NTOs look back
Asian countries highlight their milestone achievements in 2013 as they break new ground
From left: Petronas Twin Towers; Plain of Jars; Kai Tak Cruise Terminal; River Safari Giant...
My favorite fam
From hurling tomatoes in Spain to scaling stupas in Myanmar, fam trips are fertile grounds for fresh product inspiration. Travel buyers from all over...
At one’s fingertips
Despite rocketing mobile adoption, its use among agencies remains limited
Abacus International
Robert Bailey, CEO
What are the latest trends in mobile?
Demand is currently ahead of supply. Adoption...
Pivot needed on human capital
In 'Travel companies all in a spin', Raini Hamdi looked at how travel companies must make strategic realignments to ensure their business model is...
Soap opera
Your clients love them and they do sway bookings, say hoteliers. As we get into the festive mood, here’s a lighter side of luxury...
Future of Thai aviation clouded by new passenger charges
Maunu von Lueders, regional vice president, Asia Pacific, IATA
BY 2016, traffic within the Asia-Pacific region will represent 33 per cent of global passengers, up...
Travel companies all in a spin
Travel companies are being put through the washer. After a good tumble, who will come out dry and unruffled, with more shelf life yet?
Tollman:...
USA opens up
Major attractions are open, the US is open to tourism. But are Asian outbound tour operators raring to go, even as Brand USA steps...
