Yearly Archives: 2026
Mastercard, CrescentRating identify growth potential in Muslim sports travel
Muslim-friendly sports tourism could generate up to US$21 billion globally by 2030 if destinations and event organisers improve access to faith-friendly services and travel...
KrisFlyer adds cruise redemptions through arrivia partnership
arrivia and KrisFlyer, the rewards programme of Singapore Airlines Group, have expanded their partnership to allow members to redeem KrisFlyer miles for cruise bookings.
The...
IHG to develop InterContinental hotel in Mumbai’s Goregaon district
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Zon Hotels (Mumbai) to develop InterContinental Mumbai Goregaon, expanding its luxury portfolio in India.
Scheduled...
Norwegian Cruise Line extends South Pacific cruise programme through 2027
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has unveiled additional South Pacific sailings aboard Norwegian Spirit for 2026 and 2027.
The programme features itineraries ranging from eight to...
Sun Siyam Pasikudah launches floating dining platform in Pasikudah Bay
Sun Siyam Pasikudah has introduced the Aqua Lounge, a floating dining platform in Pasikudah Bay on Sri Lanka’s east coast.
The resort said the platform...
Plaza Premium Group opens Air India lounge at San Francisco airport
Plaza Premium Group (PPG) has introduced a new lounge for Air India at San Francisco International Airport.
Located in the international terminal near Gate A1,...
John Bristowe to lead Amora Hotel Brisbane as GM
John Bristowe has been appointed general manager of Amora Hotel Brisbane.
He brings more than 20 years of hospitality experience across Australia and New Zealand.
Most...
Alexander Lopez takes charge of Meliá Pattaya Hotel
Alexander Lopez has been named general manager of Meliá Pattaya Hotel. He joins from W Koh Samui, where he served as general manager for...
Bohol sets framework for sustainable whale shark tourism
Bohol has introduced new regulations for whale shark interaction activities as the province moves to expand its eco-tourism sector while strengthening marine wildlife protection.
Governor...
Singapore opens more areas to hotel and hostel development
Singapore is easing planning restrictions on new hotels, hostels and serviced apartments in selected areas as part of broader efforts to support tourism growth...















