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Asia/Singapore Friday, 1st May 2026

Philippines and Emirates collaborate to boost visitor arrivals

The Philippine Department of Tourism (DoT) and Emirates have joined forces to promote the Philippines as a tourist destination. The agreement was signed at the...

Thailand faces safety concerns from Chinese travellers despite positive trends

Safety perceptions among Chinese travellers are improving, but concerns about South-east Asia persist. Thailand, a popular destination, is seen as “safe” by 19 per...

Tourism Australia targets growth in Asia amid rising arrivals

Australia is shifting its tourism strategy towards the growing Asian travel market, responding to changing visitor trends and expanding aviation links. The updated approach –...

Marriott International to acquire citizenM brand

Marriott International will acquire the lifestyle brand citizenM, enhancing its portfolio of select-service and lifestyle hotels. This acquisition is expected to support Marriott’s global...

Sojern partners with Ascott to boost direct bookings

Sojern has been appointed as a global marketing partner for The Ascott. Through this partnership, Sojern will use its AI-based marketing platform to improve...

Plaza Premium Group unveils Saudia Airlines lounge at Heathrow

Plaza Premium Group (PPG) has opened a new airline lounge for Saudia Airlines at London Heathrow, Terminal 4, marking the first collaboration between the...

Middle East travel industry responds to new US tariffs

Tourism industry stakeholders are cautiously assessing the long-term impact of the new tariffs announced by US president Trump on regional travel flows, corporate spending...

ATE25 spotlights Brisbane’s tourism and economic growth

Australia’s largest tourism trade event concluded on May 1 in Brisbane, after four days of business meetings, marking a key moment in the city’s...

Tropical North Queensland seeks UN recognition for Great Barrier Reef

Tropical North Queensland (TNQ) has launched a campaign to secure the United Nations Lifetime Achievement Award for the Great Barrier Reef, aiming to capture...

Ascott expands footprint across the globe

Ascott is accelerating the global growth of its flagship brand under a new multi-typology strategy. In 2024, the company signed eight new properties –...