Yearly Archives: 2019
Philippines ought to double down on Chinese market, say tourism experts
Instead of being complacent about the growth in inbound Chinese arrivals, industry stakeholders are urging the Philippine government to maintain the market’s upward trajectory...
Anantara Golden Triangle rolls out Royal Enfield sidecar tours
The Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort in Northern Thailand will be launching two Royal Enfield Classic 500 sidecars as an alternative mode...
Aviation roundup: Eva Air, Vietjet, and more
Here’s our weekly roundup of new air routes and other aviation news.
Trade raises doubt over viability of proposed US$1,000 annual fee to...
Indonesia's plans to transform Komodo Island into a premium tourist destination by charging foreign tourists an annual membership fee of US$1,000 has raised more...
Savvier Chinese travellers put greater focus on dining and accommodation
Global travel spend by Chinese outbound tourists in 1H2019 hit US$127.5 billion, according to the 2019 Chinese Outbound Travel Consumption Report by UnionPay International...
Global events and attractions add to Shanghai’s international appeal
More domestic tourists are heading to Shanghai than ever, drawn by the metropolis’ ever-growing supply of internationally-branded theme parks and attractions.
Shanghai Disneyland, for instance,...
Myanmar goes on quest to build China as new market source
Hopes are high that China’s swelling middle-class travellers will be able to help steer Myanmar’s lagging tourism industry to recovery.
As many longhaul markets continue...
Hilton grows Thailand footprint with second Pattaya property
The Hilton Garden Inn brand will be making its entry into Pattaya through a management agreement with Honour Hotel and Retail.
Slated to debut in...
Overseas Travel Service partners Travel Prologue to expand Asia distribution network
Japanese travel B2B wholesaler Overseas Travel Service (OTS) has formed an exclusive partnership in Asia with Travel Prologue (TP), a Singapore-headquartered hotel direct booking...
Banyan Tree Bangkok offers new river cruise dining experience
Banyan Tree Bangkok Hotel has launched the Saffron Cruise, a new riverboat cruise service offering a dining experience along the Chao Phraya River.
The 38m-long...
