Amir-Husin Holidays to promote China ski trip incentives
MALAYSIA’S Amir-Husin Holidays, which has seen good interest in China as a hotspot for ski holidays, is now planning to market the destination to...
Colombo to get more business hotels
SRI LANKA-based John Keells Holdings (JKH) is launching a new 240-room business hotel in Colombo, as part of its plans to restore the business...
Taiwan tourism authorities to come down hard on convenience store visas
THE TAIWAN Tourism Bureau (TTB) has begun issuing fines this week to Taiwan FamilyMart and China Travel Service (Macao) for offering a visa service...
Australia to target Indian tourists
TOURISM Australia is taking the next few months to map out a 10-year strategic plan targeting the Indian market, which will focus on a...
MAS chairman chides unions over AirAsia strike threat
MALAYSIA Airlines (MAS) Chairman, Md Nor Yusof, last Friday expressed disappointment about the threat of industrial action from the national carrier’s unions over its...
International boat race to highlight Sabang’s offerings
THE INDONESIA Ministry of Culture and Tourism is holding the Sabang International Regatta (SIR) 2011 to promote Sabang as an international marine tourism destination.
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Indonesia extends visa-free entry to Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar
INDONESIA has extended its 30-day visa-free entry facility to travellers holding Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar passports.
This means that nationals from all ASEAN member...
From African to Asian tours
US-BASED The Africa Group World Travellers wants to expand its Asian product range.
President and CEO Beryl Dorsett said India appealed most to her...
PATA to engage youth
NEXT year’s annual meeting, which will take place April 20-22 at Putrajaya Marriott, Malaysia, will address the industry’s challenge of attracting and retaining young...
Asian countries in hot pursuit of lucrative India outbound market
INDONESIA and China are among countries that are stepping up marketing efforts to woo Indian travellers, citing an increase in roadshows, relevant trade mart...
