Yearly Archives: 2025
Trip.com Group expands in Middle East with key partnerships
Trip.com Group is reinforcing its commitment to the Middle East, reporting rapid regional growth, strategic partnerships, and soaring travel demand from Asian markets, just...
New Zealand’s North Island tourism leaders unite to elevate international appeal
Fifteen regional tourism organisations from New Zealand’s North Island have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to promote the island as a unified travel...
Malaysia Airlines broadens market footprint through global alliances
Malaysia Airlines has signed three strategic memoranda of understanding (MoU) with APG (Air Promotion Group), StudentUniverse, and ATPI (Advanced Travel Partners International) to expand...
Minor Hotels strengthens presence in China with Anantara Clear Water Bay...
Minor Hotels has inked an agreement with its Chinese joint venture, Funyard Minor, and Chongqing Yuanchu Luquan Cultural Tourism Group to develop the Anantara...
Philippines and Emirates collaborate to boost visitor arrivals
The Philippine Department of Tourism (DoT) and Emirates have joined forces to promote the Philippines as a tourist destination.
The agreement was signed at the...
Club Med unveils first family oasis in Asia-Pacific
Club Med has launched its first dedicated family space in Asia-Pacific with the opening of the Lai Thai Family Oasis at Club Med Phuket....
Thailand faces safety concerns from Chinese travellers despite positive trends
Safety perceptions among Chinese travellers are improving, but concerns about South-east Asia persist. Thailand, a popular destination, is seen as “safe” by 19 per...
Tourism Australia targets growth in Asia amid rising arrivals
Australia is shifting its tourism strategy towards the growing Asian travel market, responding to changing visitor trends and expanding aviation links.
The updated approach –...
Betting big on India
With India’s hospitality sector set for significant growth, Nikhil Sharma, managing director and chief operating officer, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group, discusses the group’s expansion plans, the rise of spiritual and offbeat tourism, and the evolving dynamics of competition in the Indian market
Marriott International to acquire citizenM brand
Marriott International will acquire the lifestyle brand citizenM, enhancing its portfolio of select-service and lifestyle hotels. This acquisition is expected to support Marriott’s global...
















