Yearly Archives: 2020
Indonesian OTAs launch new Covid-19 testing service, safety label
As attractions across Indonesia prepare to welcome back domestic tourists, two local OTAs are looking to restore traveller confidence and stimulate demand by easing...
Malaysian inbound players make moves to woo China tourists back
Malaysian Inbound Tourism Association (MITA) is working on several initiatives, including a live broadcasting event next month, to regain Chinese tourists' interest to travel...
Duty-free sales rebound in China
Revenge spending is driving the recovery of travel retail in China, led by the resurgent Hainan market, according to ForwardKeys' latest data.
Last year, Hainan...
Banyan Tree to open organic farm in Thailand
Banyan Tree Group has formed a joint venture with Thai growers The Boutique Farmers to develop ORI9IN, the first gourmet organic farm and restaurant...
Resort buyouts win over ultra-lux travellers looking to travel again
As 'safecations' slowly take root as the newest travel trend, more luxury hotels and private island resorts are taking seclusion to a whole new lavish level, offering property buyouts for the ultimate private experience.
The Lux Collective expands Yunnan portfolio
Luxury hospitality management group, The Lux Collective, has signed four retreats along Yunnan's legendary trade route, Tea Horse Road, with Lijiang Yulong Tourism Corporation.
The...
Elusive airfare refunds strain Philippine agents
Philippine travel agents are finding their current financial strain exacerbated by domestic airlines' continued refusal to refund unfulfilled air tickets, revealed speakers at a...
Thailand extends financial relief for affected airlines
Thailand's second-stage airline relief will include indefinite waivers of parking fees as well as discounted takeoff/landing fees for all airlines operating on Thai soil.
The...
Lily Agonoy rejoins Jebsen Holidays as MD
Jebsen Holidays has appointed Lily Agonoy as managing director.
In her new role, she will oversee all existing Jebsen Holidays teams – Virtuoso, Leisure, Cruises,...
Maldives to welcome travellers with minimal restrictions from July 15
Maldives will reopen her borders come July 15, welcoming travellers with neither compulsory quarantines nor swab tests upon arrival.
The announcement came on Tuesday from...
















