Yearly Archives: 2019
Short-term rentals remain illegal in Singapore
Singapore’s Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) will not proceed with proposed changes to the rules for short-term stays, meaning the minimum stay duration of three...
Staying relevant in today’s changing travel market
In today's dynamic business world, Maxim Sevastianov, CEO and founder Traveknowledgy, takes a look at OTAs and TMCs can increase profitability while maintaining customer loyalty.
Dusit unveils first all-suite hotel
Dusit International has opened the Dusit Suites Hotel Ratchadamri, Bangkok – its first all-suite property – in the Baan Rajprasong building.
The rebranded property comprises...
Mekong Tourism Forum heads to Yunnan’s Dali
This year’s edition of the Mekong Tourism Forum (MTF) will be held on May 28 and 29, hosted by the Ministry of Culture &...
Hilton hotels in Singapore do good for brand’s 100th anniversary
To celebrate the 100th anniversary of Hilton, three hotels in Singapore managed by the US hospitality group have committed to a year of giving...
Celebrating 45 years of TTG Asia: Bringing travel and people to...
Everything that we know about travel today, from driverless cars to navigating airports with the help of humanoid robots to big data anticipating our...
New GM named for Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu
Kanit Sangmookda has been appointed as general manager of Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu, following his most recent role as general manager for Le Méridien...
Sands, David Beckham unveil details on Cotai IR’s transformation
The Sands Cotai Central's transformation into The Londoner Macao will add new dining and entertainment options, and see the Holiday Inn rebranded into an...
Professionalism, safety key to Philippines’ pursuit of dive tourists
Recent market research has outlined the Philippines' strengths as a diving destination, although there are also professionalism and safety issues that need addressing.
“What gives...
Maya Bay closure extended for another two years
Thailand's Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) will extend the closure of Maya Bay for at least another two years.
The destination...
