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Air India launches NDC content with Sabre

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Sabre Corporation and Air India has expanded their partnership with the launch of New Distribution Capability (NDC) content for India’s flagship airline.

This introduction of NDC offers through Sabre will enhance the way Sabre-connected travel agents shop, book and service Air India reservations. Sabre’s NDC capabilities will provide agencies with rich content and real-time offers from Air India, giving travellers greater transparency, choice, and flexibility.

The collaboration will enhance the way travel agents shop, book and service Air India reservations via Sabre

Sabre and Air India already have an agreement in place to distribute Air India’s traditional content, both in India and globally. With the launch of NDC offers through Sabre, Air India aims to further optimise its distribution strategy, providing travel agencies with a broader range of real-time offers. By using Sabre’s technology, the airline will be able to offer a more streamlined, efficient shopping experience that meets the dynamic needs of the modern traveller.

Nipun Aggarwal, chief commercial officer, Air India, said: “By continuing to enhance our partnership with Sabre, we’re able to advance our NDC journey to meet the evolving needs of travel agencies and passengers, providing an enhanced experience.”

“India is a key market for Sabre and for the travel industry overall as it fuels increased demand for travel. It’s important that the airline can distribute its NDC content easily to third party sellers and, in turn, that travel agencies can shop, compare, book and service multiple types of air content to provide the travellers they serve with a compelling experience,” added Kathy Morgan, senior vice president of product management, distribution experience, Sabre Travel Solutions.

Celebrate Christmas in style at Banyan Tree

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This Christmas, Banyan Tree has lined up festive celebrations at Banyan Tree Samui and Banyan Tree Krabi.

Banyan Tree Samui will offer a variety of dining options from December 24 to 26 at its three restaurants: Sands, Saffron, and The Edge. The resort will also host its New Year’s Eve A Night Under the Sea Party Night from 22.00 to 01.00, which includes a five-course gala dinner set menu, before moving the party to the beachside where a dance floor will burst into life.

Banyan Tree Samui and Banyan Tree Krabi have rolled out festive celebrations for the season

Over at Tubkaek Beach, Banyan Tree Krabi will have a Christmas Eve Gala Dinner at its The Naga Kitchen restaurant that starts at 18.30. For New Year’s Eve, a Gala Dinner and Countdown Party with live entertainment, a buffet, and selected free-flow alcoholic beverages will commence at 19.00, thereafter heading to the beach for the rest of the party. As for the little ones, they will be kept safe and occupied at the supervised kids’ corner.

For more information, contact Banyan Tree Samui and Banyan Tree Krabi.

Sail away and save: Up to $6,000 off on Silversea’s Black Friday luxury voyages

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Brought to you by Silversea CruisesExperience the world like never before with Silversea’s Black Friday promotion, which offers remarkable savings. Now through December 2, 2024, take advantage of incredible discounts across port-to-port fares with savings of up to $6,000 per suite and a reduced 15 per cent deposit.

Whether you dream of the Arctic’s icy wonders, the vibrant cultures of Asia, or the classic charm of the Mediterranean, Silversea’s intimate ships will transport you to destinations beyond the ordinary.  

Choose from a selection of 2024 to 2026 voyages, covering over 550 carefully curated sailings. No matter your wanderlust, there is a Silversea voyage for you. As part of this limited-time promotion, customers will enjoy up to $1,500 in savings per guest on most voyages, while select voyages offer even greater value with savings reaching up to $3,000 per guest.

Highlights of these exclusive journeys include: 

DA250614014: Embark on a 14-day voyage from Southampton to Copenhagen aboard Silver Dawn, departing June 14, 2025. Discover the stunning landscapes of Norway, including the picturesque town of Ålesund, the dramatic beauty of Lofoten Islands, and the enchanting city of Bergen. Enjoy scenic cruising along the North Cape, where towering cliffs meet the Arctic waters, before concluding your journey in the vibrant capital of Denmark, Copenhagen. This itinerary promises a blend of breathtaking nature and rich cultural experiences.

Sail to the arctic and cruise through majestic fjords

SN250423016: Set sail on an exquisite 16-day journey from Tokyo to Vancouver aboard Silver Nova. Discover Japan’s rich heritage, including ancient temples and stunning cherry blossoms, before crossing the Pacific to explore the diverse landscapes and cultures of the west coast of Canada.

Take in the wild beauty of Australia’s rugged landscapes

E4250718016: Venture into the wild beauty of Australia’s Kimberley region on this 16-day expedition aboard Silver Cloud. From the pristine beaches of Bali to the dramatic cliffs and ancient rock art of the Kimberley, this voyage offers unparalleled access to some of nature’s most spectacular wonders.

EV250217006: Embark on a thrilling 6-day expedition to Antarctica aboard Silver Endeavour. Experience breathtaking icebergs, majestic wildlife, and pristine landscapes as you explore remote locations like King George Island, all while enjoying luxurious accommodations and expert-led excursions. 

With a fleet renowned for luxury, Silversea offers a personalised and indulgent travel experience. Each all-suite accommodation provides a home away from home, designed with meticulous attention to comfort and elegance. A personal butler ensures that every detail is attended to, from unpacking your suitcase to arranging private shore excursions. Gourmet dining aboard each vessel brings you flavors from around the world, prepared by chefs using only the finest ingredients.

Silversea’s commitment to excellence extends to immersive, authentic experiences in every destination. Onshore, curated excursions bring local culture, history, and nature to life, with the option to tailor your journey for the ultimate personalized experience. Onboard, enriching activities—ranging from expert lectures to live entertainment—ensure your journey is as inspiring as the destinations themselves.

This Black Friday, embark on a voyage with Silversea that transcends traditional luxury cruising. Book now to enjoy unparalleled savings, and let us take you to the world’s most breathtaking destinations with grace, style, and ease.


Sail away in style with Silversea’s Black Friday sale! Reserve your 2024-2026 voyage between November 11 and December 2, 2024, and enjoy savings of up to $6,000 per suite. Experience the world’s most iconic destinations in unmatched luxury—secure your suite today for the journey of a lifetime. 

Multiple winners in destinations when sports events come to town

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Hosting major sporting events presents a raft of opportunities to boost tourism in a destination, bridge the gap between generations, and create a lasting legacy, shared event specialists.

Clare Akamanzi, CEO of NBA Africa, noted that music and cultural events as well as secondary and tertiary gatherings are roped in whenever a week-long basketball tournament is held in a destination.

Major sporting events boost tourism, culture, and local economies through integrated experiences, such as the Grand Prix in the UAE United Arab Emirates, pictured; photo by Cristiano Barni

“NBA is the main pull, but one way to appeal to all is how you (integrate) the fashion shows, culture and food experiences around the main event. That’s how you really make it relevant,” she commented.

Michael Golding, marketing and communications executive director at Ethara, said the same extensive offerings are present during the Grand Prix season in Abu Dhabi. Across the race week are various events, including media and finance weeks.

Golding said: “We look at secondary and tertiary events and the spend they bring into the economy. These are important platforms that build off the additional investment around the Grand Prix.

“There are a lot of people coming to town, so we want to also allow them to network, do business, and have conversations they might not otherwise be able to have during the rest of the year.”

Collaboration was also flagged as key to pulling off a major sporting event, with strong relationships between the venues, destination marketing organisations, and other stakeholders essential.

“When we play in a country, we look at the entire ecosystem and different stakeholders. We don’t want to just play games, we want to leave an impact. We want to make sure we’re stimulating jobs. We’re hoping to create excitement,” Akamanzi said.

Michel Mari, business department manager, corporate and MICE, at Choose Paris Region, said building a lasting legacy is crucial when organising large-scale sports events. The majority of purpose-built stadiums and venues for the recent Olympics and Paralympics in Paris have been sold to the private sector and are being put to use as additional attractions in the French capital.

Overall, festivals and events, including those of a sporting nature, are observed to have a positive impact on destination reputation, found a study by MMGY TCI Research.

Marina Bay Sands reveals new brand vision, completes Paiza Collection transformation

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Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands (MBS) has unveiled a new brand vision and campaign as it marks a significant milestone in its US$1.75 billion reinvestment programme, with the completion of the exclusive Paiza Collection across all three hotel towers.

The new brand vision, Above Beyond, reflects the grandeur of MBS’ iconic architecture, while also embodying its ambition to surpass expectations and set new benchmarks in hospitality. This vision is supported by a multi-million-dollar redesign and campaign to reinforce the resort’s position as a global leader in luxury destinations.

Marina Bay Sands’ Paiza Collection transformation is now complete, which includes the Presidential Suite, pictured

First announced in 2022, Marina Bay Sands’ transformation has been undertaken in phases, starting with new hotel rooms and suites across its three towers, dining experiences and lifestyle amenities. The transformation will also include the Sands SkyPark, lobby and wellness facilities.

The latest milestone is the completion of the Paiza Collection, made up of first-class rooms and suites on the top floors that houses the the Chairman, Presidential, Skyline and Horizon Suites. Guests arrive via a discreet lobby with private lifts and are escorted to their palatial, residential-style suites by their personal butler.

The Chairman Suite comes with a 146-inch television, a baby grand piano, spa and gym facilities, and a fully stocked kitchen for dinner parties. The Presidential and Skyline Suites are fitted with a golf simulator or a media room, while the Horizon Suite is a wellness sanctuary with a Himalayan salt wall, massage tables, dry sauna, hammam shower and gym.

To date, approximately 1,540 new rooms, including 635 suites, have been completed, and refurbishment works are now focused on completing the Sands Collection in Tower 3 by 2Q2025. Once complete, there will be approximately 1,850 rooms including 775 suites.

The new brand vision aligns with the future ambitions of MBS and every aspect of the brand, from its logo and website to hotel amenities, key cards, branded experiences and uniforms worn by staff, has been redesigned to elevate the brand experience.

Front-of-house staff have also been trained to embody the ethos of the new brand – the 160-strong Butler Services team, which features the largest butler force in Singapore, undergoes rigorous training and audit at the in-house Butler Academy.

In addition, MBS has engaged a group of creative visionaries to interpret and express Above Beyond through a short film, striking visuals and one-of-a-kind experiences. As part of this multi-part campaign launch, which will run into next year, a suite of over 500 assets comprising campaign photographs and short-form videos was also commissioned, featuring globally renowned photographers.

MBS’ COO Paul Town said: “We are now at the next stage of development with our ambitious transformation that is pushing the boundaries of luxury hospitality. The new brand vision and property refurbishment is timely as it mirrors and complements this vision, setting the tone as we enter the next phase of growth.”

AirAsia Cambodia expands its reach abroad

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AirAsia Cambodia has launched its inaugural flight from Siem Reap to Singapore, marking a significant step forward in AirAsia Cambodia’s international expansion plans while strengthening AirAsia’s position as the only low-cost carrier that flies between both nations.

This new route will operate four days a week – Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday –­ and provides direct international connectivity between the two destinations, offering greater travel convenience and opening opportunities for cultural and economic exchange between Singapore and Cambodia.

Passengers on the inaugural flight received a warm welcome as well as exclusive merchandise to commemorate the occasion

Vissoth Nam, CEO of AirAsia Cambodia, said: “As AirAsia Group celebrates its 20 years of excellence in Singapore, we remain focused on creating new opportunities for Singaporeans to explore what Siem Reap has to offer as well as our guests from around (South-east Asia) and beyond, driven by our commitment to providing affordable connectivity for travellers of all backgrounds.

“By boosting tourism in both countries, this connection stimulates air travel, supports the local economies and deepens regional ties. We look forward to welcoming explorers from Singapore and beyond to discover the wonders of Cambodia, while also providing our guests from Cambodia with seamless access to Singapore’s world-class attractions.”

Fan Bingbing celebrates the launch of Genting Dream’s inaugural Melaka trip

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Resorts World Cruises (RWC) welcomed international celebrity, Fan Bingbing, on board Genting Dream as it launched the ship’s maiden two-night cruise to Melaka from Singapore.

Fan, who is also the Visit Melaka 2024 Ambassador, also hold a special media press conference and a meet-and-greet session with the fans and passengers cruising to Melaka for the inaugural sailing.

From left: Singapore Tourism Board’s Ng Hwee Lin, Resorts World Cruises’ Michael Goh, Fan Bingbing, and Melaka’s Seri Utama Ab Rauf bin Yusoh; photo by Resorts World Cruises

At the launch ceremony, RWC president, Michael Goh and the crew of the Genting Dream welcomed Fan on the ship, together with Melaka chief minister, Seri Utama Ab Rauf bin Yusoh and representatives from the Singapore Tourism Board for this special event.

In addition, Fan shared some of her fond memories of visiting Melaka and its various attractions and local delicacies.

“We are delighted to have Fan Bingbing with us on the Genting Dream in Singapore to flag off our first cruise to Melaka that departs weekly on Sundays. Her presence today creates another exciting and memorable experience for our cruising passengers today, as they not only get to meet an international superstar, but also personally hear her experiences visiting Melaka as an ambassador of the city,” said Goh.

Ring in the festive season at Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore

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Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore has an array of festive culinary offerings this holiday season.

Throughout November and December, indulge in a Festive Buffet serving up a lavish spread of savoury roasts, desserts, and holiday favourites for both lunch and dinner. The lunch buffet starts from S$68 (US$51) for adults and S$34 for children, while the dinner buffet is priced at S$98 for adults and S$49 for children.

The Christmas Buffet on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day serves up festive favourites

Enjoy an immersive Christmas Buffet on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day where lobster bisque, gammon ham, and an extensive dessert spread awaits diners in a festive setting. Prices for Christmas Eve/Day Dinner start from S$118 for adults and $59 for children, while Christmas Day Lunch is priced from S$108 for adults and S$54 for children.

There will even be Christmas carolling and an appearance by Santa Claus himself at the hotel lobby. Snap that perfect Christmas day picture with Santa on December 21, 24 and 25 between 18.30 and 19.00 / 19.30 and 20.00, and on December 22 from 12.30 to 13.00 / 13.30 to 14.00.

For the New Year, there will be a New Year’s Eve Countdown Celebration where light bites are served along with live entertainment, leading to a midnight countdown featuring indoor fireworks, confetti, and more. Special free-flow drinks packages will be available too.

For those preferring to celebrate in the comfort of their home, the hotel is offering a series of special Christmas dinners, with a local twist. Featuring its all-new Roasted Prawn Paste Turkey with Belachan Chilli, paired with pickled root vegetables and garlic fried rice; as well as its traditional Honey-baked Gammon Ham (Bone-in) and Roasted Australian Grain-fed Beef Ribeye that come with rich sauces and accompaniments.

For those with a sweet tooth, there is a range of festive confections, including the hotel’s signature Yule Logs – the Pandan Coconut Yam Yule Log, the Signature Lychee Raspberry Yule Log, and the Christmas Fruit Cake.

For more information, e-mail Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore.

Aviation roundup: Cebu Pacific, Jetstar Asia and more

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Cebu Pacific

Cebu Pacific introduces new direct flights to Chiang Mai and Sapporo
Cebu Pacific (CEB) has launched its Manila-Chiang Mai route on October 29, and will commence direct flights to Sapporo in Japan on January 16, 2025.

The Manila-Chiang Mai flights will operate three times weekly – Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday – and is the only carrier in the Philippines that offers direct flights to Chiang Mai in Thailand.

CEB will operate flights between Manila and Sapporo three times weekly on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.

Jetstar Asia

Jetstar Asia resumes Singapore to Medan flights
Jetstar Asia has resumed services to Medan, Indonesia from Singapore, after a four-year suspension.

As only low-cost carrier to offer direct flights between the two destinations, the airline will operate the daily return service between Singapore’s Changi Airport and Kualanamu International Airport in Medan with its Airbus A320s fleet, providing more than 130,000 low-fare seats annually.

Emirates

Emirates returns to Edinburgh with daily service
Emirates has restarted its service to Edinburgh in the UK, touching down in the Scottish capital for the first time since 2020.

Edinburgh is Emirates’ eighth destination in the UK.

The daily service will complement the airline’s current A380 daily flight to Glasgow, offering customers 14 weekly flights to/from the country.

Air Canada

Air Canada adds fifth Singapore-Vancouver service
Air Canada is expanding its winter services between December 6, 2024 and March 28, 2025 with the addition of a fifth flight departing on a Friday from Singapore to Vancouver.

The Vancouver-Singapore service will depart on Wednesday from December 4, 2024 and will run till March 27, 2025.

Virtuoso’s global expansion drives executive realignment

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Virtuoso has appointed Thatcher Brown as senior vice president, global products and Jennifer Campbell as senior vice president, global events.

Brown joins Virtuoso with an extensive background in developing successful luxury hospitality and lifestyle brands on a global scale. He most recently served as chief commercial officer and head of joint operations for Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings, joint owner and operator of Four Seasons Yachts.

From left: Thatcher Brown and Jennifer Campbell

In her new role, Virtuoso veteran Campbell will focus entirely on the organisation’s growing roster of events. She will continue to build her team in each region, ensuring relevance and consistency across all regional and global events, while also delivering value to attendees.

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