Kunming’s new airport begins operation
YUNNAN'S Kunming Changshui International Airport has started operations today, replacing the aging Wujiaba Airport.
With 66 aerobridges and more ramp space, the new hub will...
South Korea eases visa rules to lure more Chinese
SOUTH Korea will relax visa regulations for Chinese tourists from August 1 to attract more arrivals from China during the summer vacation season.
“Such plans...
Skilled worker crunch will hurt Indonesia’s tourism, says trade
A SHORTAGE of skilled workers will hinder the growth of Indonesia's emerging tourism industry as the country sees rapid development of infrastructure and facilities.
Speaking...
Accor rolls out first ibis, steps up expansion in Vietnam
ACCOR is ramping up its presence in Vietnam with the debut of its first ibis property in the country and the addition of 16...
Bangkok to welcome sixth Best Western hotel
BEST Western International (BWI) will open Best Western Plus Grand Howard in August, its sixth property in Bangkok and 15th across Thailand.
The debut of...
Volunteer tourism gets limelight in the Philippines
TOUR operators in the Philippines are lining up packages with charity elements such as repairing rice terraces and building houses for needy communities to...
Apple Group diversifies into tourism education
APPLE Group of Companies is expanding its tours and accommodation portfolio to include tourism-related educational courses in tour guiding, ticketing, cargo and hotel management.
The...
Travelport unveils free mobile app to boost travel experience
FOLLOWING a successful debut in the UK, Travelport has brought its ViewTrip Mobile, the first fully integrated GDS-powered mobile travel itinerary app, to Asia-Pacific.
Developed...
DoubleTree by Hilton to debut in Australia
HILTON Worldwide has signed a management agreement with Ramtron Australia, a consortium led by Western Australian developer Rothchester Hotel and Resorts, to open the...
Hong Kong’s travel trade urged to retaliate against Lufthansa, SWISS
THE TRAVEL Industry Council (TIC) of Hong Kong has issued a notice to its 1,500 members, urging them to stop providing ticketing and enquiry...
