Yearly Archives: 2026
Trip.com Group under investigations in China for alleged antitrust conduct
China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) has placed online travel giant Trip.com Group under investigations for alleged anti-monopoly conduct.
The announcement comes just weeks...
Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong welcomes new GM
Charles Fisher has been appointed general manager at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong. In his new role, he is responsible for leading the hotel’s...
Malaysia rolls out free safety induction for tourism frontline staff
The government is offering free safety and induction training to 10,000 tourism workers nationwide, preparing them to meet health and safety standards as Malaysia...
PATA renews partnership with Euromonitor International to boost Asia-Pacific tourism insights
PATA has extended its preferred partnership with data analytics company Euromonitor International, a provider of global business intelligence, market analysis, and consumer insights.
The collaboration...
Norwegian Cruise Line refreshes brand identity
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has introduced a refreshed brand identity built around its 1990s tagline, It’s Different Out Here, positioning the update as a...
Lufthansa Group selects Amadeus Nevio to transform airline retailing
Amadeus has been selected as a key technology provider by the Lufthansa Group as the airline seeks to accelerate its digital transformation. The group...
Picnic Island Tasmania unveils full experience menu before 2026 debut
Picnic Island Tasmania has released details of its curated guest experiences ahead of its scheduled opening in February 2026, positioning the private island as...
BTS World Tour marks Singapore for four-night performance
K-pop powerhouse, BTS, has unveiled their World Tour schedule for 2026/2027, and has marked Singapore for their longest run in Asia. The South Korean...
Moxy Bangkok Ratchaprasong appoints GM
Moxy Bangkok Ratchaprasong has named Ross Park as its general manager.
Park has been with Marriott since 2016 and most recently managed rooms and commercial...
Indonesia tourism ministry urges shift to high-value, niche itineraries
Indonesia’s minister of tourism has called on travel companies to develop high-value, niche itineraries to meet current travel demand, as the Ministry of Tourism...
















