A shining beacon
Bhutan is leveraging its unique brand of happiness, spirituality, and environmental stewardship to carve out a sustainable and high-value future for its tourism sector
Coming right up
Jakarta’s Pantai Indah Kapuk is being developed into a mixed-use tourism and lifestyle destination, with infrastructure, events and hotels aimed at attracting domestic and international travellers
Time machine
Hotels today can be mini time capsules – offering a past steeped in heritage, a present grounded in nature and local immersion, and a future powered by wellness and sustainability – proving that a single property can be both a custodian of history and a blueprint for what’s to come
Reshaping tourism flow
With Greater Mekong Subregion tourist numbers expected to surpass 85 million by 2027, smart visitor management is crucial to protect cultural heritage, reduce environmental impact and enhance visitor experience
Art of shaping talents
As hotel companies amp up their portfolio ambitions, the spotlight has fallen on a crucial business resource: people. Karen Yue finds out what human resource chiefs are doing to provide the right talents – and leaders – to support new and future projects
Refreshing Rotorua
Rotorua is eager to welcome more Asian travellers into its embrace of rich culture and heritage as well as unique natural landscapes
The slow appeal
Tasmania is evolving as a preferred destination for travellers seeking nature, culture, a slower pace, and unique wellness experiences amid growing international interest
Make it pop!
Destination marketers are riding on the influential power of popular games, addictive films, celebrated musicians and more, to inspire travel dreams and convert interest into bookings
Gen Z’s healthy quests
From spas to active escapes, Gen Z is reshaping Asia’s wellness scene with a fresh demand for authentic, holistic journeys
Japan spreads tourism reach
Rural areas in Japan gain traction with international visitors as authorities and businesses push for more balanced tourism
















