Yearly Archives: 2016
Ramada returns to Japan after 2013 exit
Wyndham Hotel Group’s Ramada brand has returned to Japan with the opening of 300-key Ramada Hotel Niigata in the peninsula’s west coast.
It takes over...
Events: Tazaungdaing, Festival of Lights
From November 8-15, over a hundred traditionally-made paper balloons will be launched into the sky above Shan state, eastern Myanmar, in celebration of Tazaungdaing,...
More turboprop air links a boon for secondary destinations
Cebu Pacific ATR aircraft at Ninoy Aquino International Airport
Turboprop aircraft manufacturer ATR foresees a spike in demand for smaller aircraft in Asia-Pacific, fuelled by...
Natural advantage
The Mandai precinct is poised to undergo a massive makeover to become an ecotourism hub with five wildlife parks and eco-lodges.
Ecotourism is set to...
Growing access opens Pandora’s box
Improved accessibility has brought greater visibility to Vietnam’s central coast alongside other issues.
An increase in international flights into Danang is allowing Vietnam’s central coast...
Call of the wild
Cambodia’s least-explored territories are starting to find interest among tour operators and intrepid travellers seeking authentic experiences.
Home to ethnic minorities and an abundance of...
Changing perceptions
Persistent doubts over rewards and reputation are causing Singapore millennials to shy away from a tourism career. Yixin Ng finds out what needs to...
Dubai positions itself for mass market appeal
The addition of a slew of new tourism attractions and products this year is expected to give Dubai a boost and put it on...
UFTAA marks 50th anniversary with Istanbul congress
Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus
The United Federation of Travel Agents Association (UFTAA) will be celebrating 50 years in existence with a Golden Jubilee Congress to be...
Events: Singapore River Festival 2016
A girl wearing headphones at a Silent Disco. Credit: Silent Disco Asia
Singapore River Festival is returning this year from November 4-5 with a new...
