Chapman Freeborn takes private jet services to Bhutan
BHUTAN’S national carrier Drukair has entered into a partnership with global aircraft charter specialist Chapman Freeborn to provide private jet services into the kingdom.
The...
Indonesia’s transport ministry calls for education on passenger rights
AS AIRLINE passenger traffic in Indonesia grows and the 2015 implementation of the ASEAN Open Skies Agreement draws near, Indonesia's Ministry of Transportation has...
Voluntourism a hit with longhaul travellers to Malaysia
TRADITIONAL longhaul markets to Malaysia have developed an appetite for volunteer tourism, with travel consultants reporting growing interest in the niche segment.
Diethelm Travel Malaysia’s...
Marriott takes Fairfield brand to India
MARRIOTT International is set to debut its first Fairfield property in India, having signed a franchise agreement with GHJM Hotels for the Fairfield by...
Mega development with lifestyle elements on the rise in Iskandar
JOHOR'S Iskandar region, already home to tourist attractions Legoland and Hello Kitty Town, is plumping up its offerings with a new RM300 million (US$96.8...
Movenpick Bangtao rolls out red carpet to weddings
FOLLOWING a reincarnation from the Palm Beach Club in May 2011 and its success with the family segment, Mövenpick Resort Bangtao Beach Phuket is...
Wego establishes HQ for Middle East, North Africa
TRAVEL metasearch engine Wego has opened an office in Dubai as part of its global expansion strategy, and has appointed Mohamad Ibrahim Masri as...
Luxury tented lodge to debut in Bagan
MYANMAR'S ancient city of Bagan will get classier this year when Vietnam-based Apple Tree Group soft opens Bagan Lodge, tentatively scheduled for April 15.
The...
India to offer transit visas
ACQUIESCING to a long-standing demand of the country's travel trade, India's government is likely to introduce transit visas within the next four to five...
Hotelbeds extends reach in Greater China
ACCOMMODATION provider Hotelbeds is building up its presence in Hong Kong and China by investing in local teams for both contracting and sales, while...
