Spotlight on communities
Thailand’s community-based tourism initiatives are driven by a rising interest in sustainable tourism and authentic experiences
TAT lends its support to CBT initiatives such as...
Online travel platforms not addressing real issue
Willem Niemeijer, founder of the Khiri Group, tells online travel platforms: Consumers don’t want volume of choice. They want an experience
Technology helps us to...
A fresh take on a popular island
While Jeju is well-established as a honeymoon destination with its charming beaches and scenery, there will be something fresh for the island to shout...
What Marriott-Starwood merger means for hotel owners
Ensuring that hotel owners will not lose out in this merger is the challenge that the new hotel giant will have to face, Tasos...
Sail away with the game changers
Asian cruise agents are spoilt for choice in 2016/2017 as cruise companies unleash new-gen ships, debut at exotic ports and unveil new innovations.
Royal Caribbean’s...
A new breed of road warriors
As millennials join the workplace in droves, the different travel patterns and desires of this new generation are also changing the face of business...
Honesty is the best policy
When a crisis strikes, honesty and consistency matter most when engaging the media
When a crisis hits a destination, the best way industry stakeholders can...
Someone to watch over me
Singapore’s industry leaders come forward to mentor young talent in a bid to retain them as staff shortage looms ahead. By Raini Hamdi
Saddled by...
Battling for tourism dollars
In the post-war era, a new chapter of economic and tourism development is unfolding in Sri Lanka’s Jaffna.
When the 500-seater train from Colombo pulls...
Hitting the sweet spots
Blessed with year-round good weather, impressive scenery and diverse culture, the capital of Yunnan is attracting more international visitors to tee off on its...
















