Expert Opinions

The impact of the current oil crisis on the travel industry

Aaron Tham, senior lecturer – tourism, leisure and events, University of the Sunshine Coast, Australia sees an opportunity for progress in clean energy and electric mobility usage in travel and tourism amid the ongoing oil crisis

Tapping into travel’s cashless future in Asia

Daniel Marovitz, senior vice president, fintech at Booking.com, explores how digital payments are transforming travel across Asia-Pacific, and how fintech innovation is creating a seamless, inclusive and cashless journey for travellers and merchants

Singapore hotels refresh operations with digital innovation

Dirk Dumortier, director of vertical partnerships, APAC, Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise, explains how digital transformation and unified communications can help hotels overcome manpower challenges, manage costs, and elevate guest satisfaction

Writing Singapore’s next chapter in global tourism

Trip.com Singapore general manager Edmund Ong discusses Singapore’s evolving tourism landscape, highlighting how innovation, sustainability, and strategic events are shaping the city-state’s growth, building talent, and enhancing visitor experiences ahead of its next phase of expansion

When travel platforms anticipate your next trip

Edmund Ong, general manager of Trip.com Singapore, shares how predictive AI helps travel companies meet customer needs and deliver smoother, more personalised journeys