More airline pull-outs could hurt the Philippines
THE LOCAL travel trade is hoping that the Philippine lawmakers will approve the abolishment of an airline tax, which has been roundly criticised for...
Thai operators’ confidence rises
THAI tourism players' confidence in the industry has risen to 112 points in the first quarter of this year and stands at 117 points...
ASEAN readies umbrella brand
THE PROMOTION of ASEAN under the Southeast Asia: Feel the Warmth branding is finally set to hit the ground running, after being plagued by...
A completely new DoT changes Philippines’ strategy
Speaking with the Daily, Jimenez said: “We are going to do things differently now. The Department of Tourism (DoT) is going to initiate more...
India’s NTO takes giant steps forward with equity tie-ups
VISITORS from ASEAN will stand to benefit from a host of new initiatives spearheaded by the India Development Corporation (ITDC), as it aims to...
ASEAN eTravel Mart expands
THIS YEAR's ASEAN eTravel Mart, an annual event organised by the Bangkok-based Tourism Technology Association (TTA) with support from ASEANTA, is set to be...
AirAsia sets sights to be ASEAN flag bearer
AIRASIA has taken several steps to enhance its image as an ASEAN airline, including joining ASEANTA last year as a chapter member and recently...
AirAsia X ditches India, Europe in favour of regional markets
LONGHAUL low-cost carrier, AirAsia X will suspend services to India and Europe by the end of March in response to the combined impact from...
Malaysia to grow Muslim tourism through new mart
THE Malaysian Association of Tour & Travel Agents (MATTA), in collaboration with Malaysia's tourism ministry and Tourism Malaysia, will organise the World Islamic Tourism...
Ticket prices to rise in Europe, LH warns
THE Lufthansa Group expects to incur additional expenses of 130 million euros (US$166 million) this year from having to buy emission rights. It will...
