Yearly Archives: 2018
TAT extends reach into southern Japan with new Fukuoka office
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has opened an office in Fukuoka to tap into the travel markets in southern Japan's main cities such...
Swissôtel to make Indonesia debut in Jakarta
AccorHotels is introducing Swissôtel Hotels and Resorts to Indonesia with a Jakarta opening set for mid-2019.
Located in a mixed-use lifestyle mall complex, Swissôtel Jakarta...
Rascal Voyages, Nihi Sumba resort team up to expand ‘off-grid’ offering
Indonesian phinisi charter company Rascal Voyages is partnering Nihi Sumba resort in Wanokaka, West Sumba Regency to offer stay-and-sail itineraries.
James McBride, CEO of Nihi...
Sustainability in travel: forging ahead or grasping at straws?
If 2017 was the year that overtourism was recognised as a major challenge for the global travel and tourism industry, then 2018 is the...
Wanda unveils Moments as newest hotel brand
Wanda Hotels & Resorts has unveiled the launch of a premium midscale hotel brand, Wanda Moments, and an upgraded guest loyalty programme at the...
Strengthening resilience in the face of disasters
In a country located along the Ring of Fire, it is vital for any tourism players operating in Indonesia need to possess keen awareness, knowledge and readiness to cope with natural disasters, says Budi Tirtawisata, group CEO, Panorama Group Indonesia
James Marchant takes the CEO reins at Contiki
Tour company Contiki has appointed James Marchant as global CEO.
Marchant will be responsible for the travel company’s global network of teams across Australia, New...
Rumours of trouble at Zuji with air ticket sales suspended
Zuji's failure to fulfil its payment obligations for airline ticket sales and an abrupt suspension of booking functions are fuelling rumours that the OTA...
Why destinations should turn visitors into advocates through user-generated content
Destinations are increasingly moving towards user-generated content and authentic experiences as part of their digital marketing strategies, shared several speakers at the recently-concluded PATA...
New industry event to promote ethical elephant tours
A new ecotourism event, Elephant Travel Mart 2018, is aiming to bring together ethical elephant tour operators and tour agencies in Chiang Mai on...
