Yearly Archives: 2016
Agency rides on Pokémon Go craze with Poké itinerary
AUSSIE tour operator Geckos Adventures has taken the Pokémon Go craze to the next level by launching a worldwide trip to catch ‘em all.
The...
Photo of the Day: HG Travel wins top agency accolade
Nguyen Thi Tuyet, managing director of HG Travel Indochina receiving the annual Vietnam Tourism Award 2016 at the Hanoi Opera House earlier this month
Hanoi-headquartered...
Asia’s transacted trade fair space continues on growth path
NET space sold at Asian trade fairs jumped by 5.6 per cent to almost 19.7 million square metres in 2015, according to figures released...
No backing for backpacker tax
The tourism industry is concerned that the controversial tax will discourage working holidaymakers to visit Australia when implemented.
The Australian tourism trade is worried that...
Visitors kept at bay
Greater access to Sai Kung is needed for agents to better promote this hidden gem in Hong Kong.
It appears the Hong Kong UNESCO Global...
Making refunds a breeze
WHO Ashish Kashyap is the CEO and founder of Ibibo Group, which owns several online travel portals such as Goibibo.com, a hotel and air...
Preferred joins up with UnionPay in pursuit of China market
PREFERRED Hotels & Resorts yesterday entered into a global partnership effective through 2019 with UnionPay International as part of the hospitality group’s ongoing efforts...
Airlines need to future-proof themselves with reliable Wi-Fi
CONSISTENT, speedy inflight internet connection will become increasingly important for airlines as consumers become ever more dependent on the service, according to a recent...
India looks to extend e-visa scheme to 36 more countries
THE Indian government is looking to extend e-visa facilities to citizens of 36 more countries including Italy, Iran, Egypt, Qatar, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Maldives,...
Plaza Premium debuts in Taiwan, opens four lounges
Plaza Premium Lounge in Terminal 1 of Taoyuan International Airport
THE Plaza Premium Group has made its first foray into Taiwan with the opening of...
















