AirAsia’s 2Q profit soars despite higher costs
In 2Q2017 ending June 30, the AirAsia group posted a 37 per cent increase in operating profit to RM517 million (US$121 million), as revenue...
Datai Langkawi closes for facelift
Datai Langkawi this week closed its doors to undergo its first extensive renovation since its opening in 1993.
Scheduled for completion in July next year,...
Shorthaul demand, Chinese comeback buoy Thailand’s hopes for robust 3Q
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) expects to enjoy continued growth both in tourist arrivals and tourism revenue during 3Q2017, pointing to favourable factors...
Tourism Indonesia goes on sales drive for Chinese Muslims
Tourism Indonesia is leading a five-day mission to China to tap Muslim travel demand in key areas of the country including Xi'an, Jinan and...
Carlson Rezidor casts die for casino resort in Phu Quoc
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group has inked a management contract with Phu Quoc Tourist Investment & Development JS Company to develop the Radisson Blu Resort...
Exhibitor bookings surge lead ITB Asia 2017 to sell-out performance
ITB Asia 2017 has sold out ahead of its 10th anniversary show this October, which organisers attribute to a surge in booth bookings from the...
Perth woos Singaporeans with sports events, redevelopment projects
The Government of Western Australia (WA) is stepping up efforts to promote the capital city Perth and its surrounds, having identified Singapore as a...
Six Senses plans India debut in a Rajasthan fort
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas' first property in India will open its doors in Rajasthan in late 2018.
Situated 110km south-east of Jaipur, the 48-suite...
Frasers steers Modena towards wellness, sustainability
Frasers Hospitality is refreshing its Modena by Fraser serviced residence brand with an emphasis on wellness and sustainability.
At the heart of the revamped brand...
PATA Youth Symposium to spotlight AI, responsible travel
PATA Youth Symposium will take place on the first day of PATA Travel Mart (September 13) under the theme of Enabling Travel and Managing...
