Up close and personal
The Philippines is inviting visitors to discover the days of old while embracing the future. By Rosa Ocampo
Gems of the region
These lesser-known destinations in Asia are brimming with unique offerings for those who seek the unusual and yet-to-be-discovered
Bright lights
Travel industry players expect recovery to pick up even more speed in 2023, but a looming recession and other operational challenges will continue to keep them on their toes. By Karen Yue, Marissa Carruthers and S Puvaneswary
An accessible welcome
Holidays and destination experiences do not always come easy for differently-abled individuals, but some tourism players are making sure that their welcome is equally warm for all guests
Conscious cruising
Often accused of their heavy carbon footprint, cruise lines now dedicate much of their resources to sustainable operations
A force for good
In response to travellers’ growing determination to travel responsibly, tourism players are making sustainable, guilt-free options more identifiable and accessible, discovers Karen Yue
More to the Maldives
Famous for romantic getaways and honeymoons, the Maldives is gaining popularity as a family destination
Regional foray
Australia’s tourism engines have been in high gear since lockdowns ended, but international travel has not fully returned to the Hunter Region. Stakeholders are confident that numbers will increase as traveller confidence improves.
Co-living gets crowded
The pandemic has shown stronger value in extended stay business, with the co-living model in particular attracting investors big and small
Back in the game
Koh Samui, known as Thailand’s posh island, gains even more glitter, as new restaurants, beach clubs, activities and premium resorts continue to open across the destination.