‘Sin city’ no more
Pattaya is cleaning up its act to become a family-friendly destination, and local stakeholders are imploring visitors to look beyond its sleazy association
Long haul ambitions of Asian carriers
From launching longhaul LCC to pushing the limits of ultra-longhaul flights, Asia’s full-service airlines are now riding the new generation of fuel-efficient aircraft and robust passenger demand to fly longer and farther than before
Room for more luxury in Kuala Lumpur
A new crop of high-end hotel openings has transformed Kuala Lumpur into a
strong contendor as a luxury destination.
Towards European comeback
Malaysia inches closer to restoring its European markets, with partnerships to gain visibility with the continent’s travel buyers lined up and longer-term plans to rebuild connectivity.
Grand ambitions on the plate
Macau is eager to milk its UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy status, but to succeed as a foodie haven it has to look beyond prestige and consider the survival of small food businesses.
Bangkok hotel sector goes from strength to strength
Bangkok’s hotel sector is entering a period of sustained growth, buoyed by strong inbound travel demand and political stability.
What’s next for China cruising?
Some stay while others go and come back later. China’s cruise market is not for the faint-hearted but rewards may be bigger for those who stick around.
Mekong River faces a damming issue
Serving as South-east Asia’s most iconic waterway, the Mekong River is the lifeblood
of the countries it flows through. However, fears are being raised that the
rampant construction of dams will take a toll on the environment
and tourism, writes Marissa Carruthers.
Facing the rate challenge
The Chinese are returning to Hong Kong, but this is not relieving agents of challenges they face with dynamic room rates, finds Prudence Lui.
Seoul’s hotel development kicks into high gear
As political tensions ease, hospitality players launch projects across South Korea and extend feelers into the luxury segment. By Pamela Chow.
















