Yearly Archives: 2019
Sansiri takes up majority stake in Standard International
Thai property developer Sansiri has picked up a majority stake in Standard International (SIH), the parent company of The Standard, as it seeks greater...
AirAsia’s new KL-Belitung route rekindles island’s hope for more international tourists
The travel industry in Belitung Island is optimistic that AirAsia’s recently-announced service connecting the island to Kuala Lumpur will boost tourism to the Indonesian...
Sabre challenges US Justice Department’s lawsuit to block its Farelogix acquisition
Sabre Corporation will challenge the lawsuit filed by the US Department of Justice (DOJ) seeking to block the company’s planned acquisition of Farelogix.
Farelogix, an...
Thai Airways bans select MacBook Pros
Thai Airways International (THAI) has banned passengers from taking certain older generation 15-inch MacBook Pro laptops on board all flights or in checked baggage.
The...
New hotels: X2 Bali Breakers Resort, ANA InterContinental Beppu Resort &...
TTG Asia's weekly roundup of new hotel openings and announcements.
Scoot offers free bus transfers between Johor Bahru and Changi Airport
Scoot customers will be able to enjoy free bus transfers to and from Singapore Changi Airport and various locations in Johor Bahru, including the...
Rex Loh assumes VP commercial position at Wyndham
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has named Rex Loh vice president, commercial, overseeing the South-east Asia and Pacific Rim region.
In his new role, Loh will...
Grand Hyatt Hong Kong welcomes new EAM sales marketing
Grand Hyatt Hong Kong has appointed Charis Yim as executive assistant manager – sales and marketing.
In her new position, Yim will oversee and develop...
Making sustainable tourism work
In the face of an overtourism crisis, a growing number of industry players are becoming more attuned to manage tourism in a responsible manner. But it’s not just about the environment, as the human side of the equation should not be neglected.
Experienced duo join Mövenpick Resort & Spa Jimbaran Bali
Mövenpick Resort & Spa Jimbaran Bali has appointed Chanelle Rose Garvey and Shelly Darcy to the positions of executive assistant manager and director of...
