Thailand targets high-end with Luxury MICE initiative
THE THAILAND Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) has launched a Luxury MICE initiative to boost Thailand’s image and presence in the high-end sector.
TCEB...
Groupon partners with Expedia for travel deals
ONLINE discount voucher seller Groupon and travel booking website Expedia have joined forces to form Groupon Getaways with Expedia.
The partnership will first offer...
Agoda pools resources with Jetstar to offer Asia packages
GLOBAL hotel booking site Agoda.com has partnered with low-cost carrier (LCC) Jetstar to share resources and offer co-developed holiday packages in Asia.
Through the...
Pattaya hotels looking forward to a good year
PATTAYA hoteliers are expecting healthy business this year, in light of good year-to-date occupancy, RevPAR and average rates so far.
Amari Orchid Pattaya general...
Malaysia targets Singaporean nature lovers and bargain hunters
MALAYSIA will woo its largest source market, Singapore, with more ecotourism products, even as it continues to bank on its annual sale campaigns.
Speaking...
IATA gives a glimpse into recent air travel developments
AS A precursor to the upcoming IATA Annual General Meeting in Singapore from June 5 to 7, IATA director general and CEO, Giovanni Bisignani,...
Maldivian tourism growing despite concerns over high prices
TOUR operators in the Maldives remain confident that the industry is booming, despite recent concerns over rising taxes and whether the destination is over-priced.
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ANA and Lufthansa move towards partnership on Japan-Europe routes
HAVING received anti-trust immunity approval from the Japanese Ministry of Land Infrastructure and Transport, All Nippon Airways (ANA) looks set to go ahead with...
Amadeus renews MakeMyTrip partnership
AMADEUS has renewed its agreement as the exclusive distribution technology provider of MakeMyTrip.com.
Deep Kalra, founder & CEO of MakeMyTrip.com, said: “We have gained...
Travelport’s Orbitz wins battle against AA for now
TRAVELPORT’S Orbitz Worldwide has gained the edge in its ongoing tussle with American Airlines (AA) over the carrier’s plans to force agents into using...
