Micronesian Cruise Association courts major cruise lines
THE Micronesian Cruise Association (MCA) is reaching out to major cruise line operators including Royal Caribbean Cruises and Carnival Corporation, as well as niche...
Destination development should be sustainable and collaborative
TOURISM stakeholders were urged to adopt sustainability and collaborative partnerships as their core principles at the inaugural Global Tourism Economy Forum (GTEF) in Macau...
W Hotels opens W Singapore – Sentosa Cove
W HOTELS Worldwide has officially opened its first W Hotel in Singapore, W Singapore – Sentosa Cove, and The Residences at W Singapore –...
Korean Air mounts direct flights to Yangon
KOREAN Air kicked off four-weekly services between Seoul (Incheon) and Yangon on September 13.
Operated every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday using a 138-seat Boeing...
Maldives’ national airline to add Mumbai route
THE flag carrier of the Maldives, Maldivian, is planning to introduce thrice-weekly flights between Male and Mumbai from November 15, and will ramp up...
Travel consultants key to developing Asia-Pacific cruise industry
TRAVEL consultants play a vital role in growing cruise tourism within the Asia-Pacific region, but more needs to be done in order to address...
Asia-Pacific’s fly-cruise market geared for take-off
THE fly-cruise market in Asia-Pacific has immense potential for growth, but is facing several impediments that must be tackled jointly by stakeholders, say cruise...
Improved port infrastructure, shore attractions vital for drawing bigger ships
WHILE Asia-Pacific has seen the rapid development of several cruise hubs in recent years, the various national bodies must pledge greater support in bolstering...
SeaDream Yacht Club set for Asia-Pacific debut
SEADREAM Yacht Club will make its Asia-Pacific debut next year with a series of cruises calling on destinations in South Asia, North Asia, South-east...
Exotissimo Travel opens Beijing office, offers Chinese itineraries
EXOTISSIMO Travel has set up shop in Beijing and is due to launch a new range of travel itineraries in China.
Exotissimo Beijing will be...
