China initiates the formation of a new international tourism body
China has initiated the formation of a new international tourism organisation which it says will complement the UNWTO in driving global tourism exchange and...
Nepal’s marketing plays up other appeals than just trekking
With Nepal already well established as a destination for trekking and mountaineering expeditions, the NTO is now moving on to promote the destination for...
IHG CEO says he’s not de-prioritising AMEA
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) CEO Keith Barr said he is not de-prioritising AMEA with his move to create a new mega region that combines...
Auckland flight cancellations persist with fuel troubles at airport
Flights continue to be rerouted and cancelled at Auckland Airport, which faces a fuel shortage after an oil pipeline to the airport was ruptured...
Airbnb top hospitality newsmaker in Asia: Meltwater
Airbnb has the largest share of voice on both news and social media channels in Asia, trumping other hotels including legacy brands that have...
Qatar to launch e-travel authorisation
Effective September 27, Qatar will make Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) available to visitors that hold valid residence permits or visas from the UK, the...
Caravans to carry tours and footfalls into Myanmar
To raise its own visitor numbers, Myanmar is working with operators and organisations in neighbouring countries on improving cross-border tourism in the region.
One of...
Mandarin Oriental to manage a hutong hotel in Beijing
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group will manage a luxury hotel in Beijing located in a traditional hutong quarter close to Tiananmen Square.
The hotel, Mandarin Oriental...
Hong Kong’s new visa policy dents Indian arrivals
Hong Kong’s online pre-arrival registration (PAR) requirement for Indian nationals, in place since January, has triggered a 20 per cent drop in Indian inbound...
Singapore extends F1 contract until 2021
Singapore GP and Singapore Tourism Board (STB) have announced that the FIA Formula 1 World Championship will be hosted in Singapore for four more...
