Full House
Having picked up from the twin disasters in 2011, Japan now faces another problem, albeit a more welcomed one – that of too many...
The leisure side of Guangzhou
The local trade wants to prove that Guangzhou is more than just a busy transport and commerce hub, with plenty of attractions that will...
Betting on a growing middle class
Integrated resorts in Asia seek out the region's middle classes to offset the effect of China's anti-graft policy that has hit their gaming tables
Universal...
Raising the stakes for prosperity
It’s full-fledged war in Asia’s integrated resort scene as new players get into the game and existing properties up the ante with fresh attractions
From...
Feeling the austerity cuts
The Indonesian authorities' drive to curb wasteful spending by limiting meetings outside of government facilities has sent shudders through the hospitality sector.
Just as hoteliers...
A new breed of business lodging
As short-term stay options enter into the corporate lodging landscape, road warriors are no longer restricted to business hotels or serviced residences. What are...
Tucking into a hidden food scene
Hong Kong’s private kitchens have taken a turn for the upscale and inventive in recent years, but are tour operators able to grate a...
Wanted: buyers with passion
It’s business as usual with Kuoni even as the group is seeking buyers for its outbound units. Asian DMCs hope new opportunities will result...
The 5 elephants in India’s tourism closet
India needs to address five barriers to boost its international visitor arrivals, says Carolyn Childs, co-founder, MyTravelResearch.com
PROMOTING India is as much about clearing barriers...
Home Sweet Hotel
First published in Status Quo in August 2014, this essay is part of the recently released collection of essays by Bill Barnett, Collective Swag,...
