Modest offerings in the spotlight for UAE
Less flashy than Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the south but no less rich in culture, history and adventure offerings, the UAE’s northern emirates now draws a critical mass of tourists from China and India, with Muslim countries in Asia coming up on the radar too.
Smart airports take flight
The era of robotics, biometric check-in and augmented reality has arrived in airports, promising to make the passenger travel experience more efficient and comfortable. Here’s a look at the latest technologies in Asia-Pacific airports, and new innovations ahead.
To the big four and beyond in Myanmar
While the four ‘must-visit’ destinations in Myanmar remain sought after, attractions are emerging off the beaten path and promising to sustain tourist interest.
Window of opportunity opens for Malaysia
In Malaysia, the interim period between the zero-rating of Goods & Services Tax and the implementation of a new Sales & Service Tax is presenting tremendous lures for travellers seeking a good deal. But the critical test for Malaysia as a destination choice begins after the three months.
Agents reveal their most unusual customer requests
From locating the most obscure shrine in Japan to flying in a top pastry chef to bake an Instagram-inspired cake, no order is too tall...
When old is gold
Discover how tradition and culture help to form the tourism fabric in fast-developing Yogyakarta.
A reversal of fortunes
After a challenging few years, hotel occupancy in Macau has risen back to 2014 heyday levels.
Bridging the connectivity gap
A new bridge connecting cities in the Pearl River Delta is giving Macau’s tourism sector greater hope for more FIT arrivals and longer-staying visitors.
Homegrown and flourishing
Indonesia’s hospitality market is brimming with homegrown brands and activity. Find out what’s driving this sector.
Much ado or much abuzz?
Blockchain technology, while still in its infancy, is touted to shake up the travel industry. Yixin Ng takes a look at how travel businesses are using blockchain to resolve the industry’s pain points, and whether this technology is as revolutionary as it’s made out to be
















