Yearly Archives: 2018
Aviation roundup: Vietjet, China Southern and more
Here’s our weekly roundup of new air routes and frequency updates.
Dusit Princess Srinakarin Bangkok names hotel manager
Dusit International has appointed Benjamin Perera as hotel manager of Dusit Princess Srinakarin Bangkok.
Perera first joined Dusit in March 2014 as executive assistant manager...
Customised travel the next big thing for Chinese travellers
Tailor-made tours are rapidly growing in popularity among China’s increasingly sophisticated travellers, but South-east Asian destinations can still do more to tap and serve...
Why travel companies should embrace – not fear – AI
The increased usage of artificial intelligence (AI) will enable companies to explore new areas and opportunities, say data science experts as they encourage the...
UNWTO, Globalia launch worldwide competition for tourism startups
UNWTO and Globalia have joined hands to launch a worldwide competition across 164 countries, in an attempt to find startups with innovative ideas capable...
Indochina is next target for Oakwood’s expansion
Serviced apartment operator Oakwood Worldwide will expand into Indochina as part of its regional growth strategy, with three properties set to open in Cambodia...
With rising affluence, Asians travel farther and take longer trips
Rising affluence among a new generation of Asia-Pacific consumers is estimated to add nearly 90 million new travellers by 2025, with travellers more likely...
SpiceRoads Cycling rolls out e-bikes in Vietnam and Sri Lanka
SpiceRoads Cycling is introducing e-bikes in Vietnam and Sri Lanka, a move it says will allow riders of more varied experience or fitness levels...
Costa Cruises floats out its first ship made for the Chinese
Costa Cruises and Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri have floated out the brand's first ship designed and built for the China market.
"As our first ship built...
Fun things to do with One More Night at Mandarin Oriental...
Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai is highlighting tours that guests can book through the hotel concierge to make the most of their complimentary third night...
















