Yearly Archives: 2018
Hong Kong’s old police HQ reborn as arts and heritage hub
A former police headquarters compound in Hong Kong has been transformed into a world-class heritage and arts hub, Tai Kwun, in what's said to...
New CEO for SkyTeam; Qatar’s chief executive now IATA chair
Kristin Colvile has been named CEO of SkyTeam, taking over from Perry Cantarutti who will be returning to Delta Air Lines to take up...
New Wi-Fi solution takes connectivity pain out of group touring
Singapore technological company Drop Positioning Systems has pioneered a connectivity service specially tailored to tour providers, with takers including JTB and local travel service...
With expansion faltering, Trump Hotels keeps eyes on Asia’s growth segments
Trump’s presidency may have put Trump Hotels' overseas expansion on hold, but the wheels for business growth are well in motion.
The group is currently...
Marriott unveils vision for Sheraton transformation
Marriott International has announced its vision for a transformed Sheraton Hotels and Resorts, with 25 per cent of Sheraton hotels worldwide having committed to...
Smarter regulations, global standards and infrastructure needed, IATA tells government
IATA has called for governments to facilitate the growth of global connectivity by avoiding creeping re-regulation, maintaining the integrity of global standards and addressing...
Overnight stays banned on Thailand’s Similan Island from October
Tourists will no longer be allowed to stay overnight on Similan Island in Thailand's Phang Nga province, a move made to protect the marine...
Skål congress meets in Macau with spotlight on gastronomy tourism
The Skål International Macau Club will host the 47th Skål Asia Area Congress under the theme of "gastronomy tourism" in Macau from June 21...
Whale-watching from above in Sri Lanka
What better way to watch the blue whales than from a low-flying, small aircraft off Sri Lanka’s picturesque southern coast? During a 45-minute flight from Koggala Airport off the coastal town of Galle, Feizal Samath was treated to an unforgettable experience of watching the majestic sea giants in ultimate comfort.
Alain Chisari joins Lufthansa Group as VP sales in APAC
Lufthansa Group Airlines has appointed Alain Chisari as vice president sales in Asia-Pacific, with effect from September 2018.
Based in Singapore, he will be managing...
