Mario Hardy’s musings on Kazakhstan
Ahead of the PATA Travel Mart in Kazakhstan, Mario Hardy, the association's CEO, finds himself back in the capital city of the former Soviet republic, where he discovers an intriguing blend of modernity and remnants from the past, a museum he calls the most fascinating site he has visited in a long while, and more.
Where is sustainability in travel & tourism headed?
What is sustainable tourism? How sustainable is travel and tourism? I’m asked these questions constantly in my leadership role at Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). To the first, our view at GSTC is that “sustainability is a journey”, requiring constant improvement and reflecting dynamic conditions, an imperative to continually strive toward greater sustainability and not a set end point.
Hotspots to watch
From Kerala to Phu Quoc, here’s a look at destinations that have made Asian travel experts’ wow list for 2019.
Brilliant innovations
With a craft beer airline, air taxis and floating hotel pods emerging in the marketplace, needless to say, the spirit of innovation is flourishing in travel this year. TTG Asia reporters bring you some of their favourites
Strengthening resilience in the face of disasters
In a country located along the Ring of Fire, it is vital for any tourism players operating in Indonesia need to possess keen awareness, knowledge and readiness to cope with natural disasters, says Budi Tirtawisata, group CEO, Panorama Group Indonesia
A developing palate
Singapore’s tourism and hospitality players are serving up a rich menu of culinary offerings, driven by a publicity blitz from global events.
No room for complacency
The Philippines hospitality sector needs to be more competitive to attract more foreign brands and visitors, a substantial domestic market notwithstanding. By Rosa Ocampo
Raising Langkawi’s profile
When it comes to luxury offerings, Langkawi checks many boxes. Yet the number of high-yield visitors is not at the level it can be, according to the Langkawi Development Authority, which is pulling out all the stops to change this
Making budget fashionable
Indonesian hospitality companies are increasingly responding to new trends in the budget accommodation sector, reports Tiara Maharani
Yokohama’s big touchdown
With the 2019 Rugby World Cup headed for Japan, host city Yokohama is sprucing up for its time in the spotlight with the country’s biggest hotel, along with other developments, in the pipeline.
