Major makeover coming to Datai Langkawi in September 2017
The 23-year-old Datai Langkawi will embark on an extensive 10-month renovation from September 4, 2017 before opening its doors again in mid 2018.
The redesign...
ANA bridges Asia-Latin America connectivity gap with Mexico City service
All Nippon Airways' (ANA) new Tokyo (Narita)-Mexico City service will provide a much-needed option for the Asia-Latin America market, where trade flows are growing...
A stabilising Philippine Airlines shoots for five-star rating
Jaime Bautista, president and COO, PAL
Philippine Airlines (PAL), as part of its "nose-to-tail reinvention" currently underway, is aiming to become a five-star, full-service carrier...
Jetstar increases flights to China, Malaysia for lunar new year
Jetstar Asia will be increasing flight frequencies on four of its routes from Singapore to meet the expected increase in demand over the 2017...
Mantra adds five hotels to booming portfolio
Australia-based hotel and resort operator Mantra Group has secured five additional hotel signings, adding to its inventory 900 rooms across Australia and New Zealand.
The...
Bigger destination marketing budget wanted by Maldivian trade
Industry players in Maldives are urging the government to spend more on destination marketing to coincide with the opening of an array of high-end...
In Asia, Netherlands sees strongest demand from India
India has shown strong growth to the Netherlands this year and is projected to end the year with a 30 per cent increase in...
Ctrip set to acquire Skyscanner for US$1.7 billion
China’s Ctrip has signed a definitive agreement with Skyscanner for the acquisition of all of its shares at an estimated value of 1.4 billion...
Ascott breaks into communal living concept with Lyf
Serviced residence operator Ascott is joining the co-living hospitality space with its latest brand offering, Lyf (pronounced as “life”), targeted at millennials.
Plans are for...
Agents get free stays for sales at Ani Villas
Ani Villas is offering agencies a deal allowing them to earn a free three-night stay for up to 10 people at any of their...
