‘Live, work, play’ demand drives mixed-use development boom in Bangkok
A spate of large-scale mixed-use projects are taking shape in Bangkok, as developers seek to incorporate more productive use of land space in the...
Laos’ e-visa to launch in June
Laos' Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the introduction of an e-visa service in June, enabling foreign visitors to more conveniently apply for entry...
Domestic travel heats up in Malaysia amid economic uncertainty
Malaysian travel agents are reporting a cut back on travel spend and shift towards domestic holidays, with the Central Bank of Malaysia lowering its...
New waterfront lifestyle area in Sentosa to enliven night scene
Siloso Green, a new lifestyle quarter featuring eateries, shops, event spaces, and waterfront accommodation, will be opening in Sentosa by this year-end to draw...
Bohol grapples with undetermined tourism capacity as arrivals surge
In the Philippines, Bohol is facing “game-changing developments and very formidable challenges” as tourism growth, according to Bohol Provincial Tourism Council (PTC) chair Lucas...
Advance notice from tour operators, entrance fees required for Similan Islands...
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has revealed more details surrounding the protection of Mu Ko Similan National Park.
There will now be an entry...
Tour East hires Europe sales rep
Singapore-based DMC Tour East has appointed Plateau International as its sales and marketing representative in Europe, a partnership that begins today.
Plateau International has a...
Hertz rolls out premium collection in UK
Hertz Europe is launching The British Collection in the UK, designed to offer a more premium end-to-end experience.
The new collection features Land Rover and...
Indonesia orders airlines to lower fares after domestic travel hit
With rising airfares in Indonesia impacting the local travel and tourism industry, the Indonesian government is strongly urging Indonesian air carriers, especially the state-owned...
Singapore’s GIC buys quarter stake in citizenM
Singapore’s sovereign wealth fund GIC has bought a 25 per cent stake in citizenM for an undisclosed amount, bringing the Dutch hospitality chain's enterprise...
