Sri Lanka’s ascending tourism needs backing of political leadership
Colombo skyline
Industry players are optimistic that tourism in Sri Lanka has growth potential, but its continued success will hinge on political leadership, concluded the...
New hotel openings: November 28 to December 2, 2016
The latest hotel openings and announcements made this week
Sthala, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Ubud Bali
Marriott International has unveiled its first new-build property under the...
Luxury Gold by Insight Vacations unveils 2017 journeys
Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor
Following its successful debut this year, Luxury Gold by Insight Vacations will add 15 new itineraries, nine new countries, two new...
Chinese travel aggregator partners Amadeus for global expansion
China-based B2B travel aggregator PKfare.com has entered into a partnership with Amadeus as it sets its sights on international growth.
Under the multi-year agreement, Amadeus will deliver...
Coral Expeditions sets sail in SE Asia on refurbished ship
Bridge Deck Balcony Stateroom
Having completed a major refurbishment, Coral Discoverer, the flagship of Australia-based Coral Expeditions, started its inaugural South-east Asian expeditions on November...
Loss of F1 race no drag on Malaysia’s appeal
Malaysia will stop hosting the Formula One Grand Prix after 2018 when the current agreement expires, but this is unlikely to put the brakes...
Few benefits to trade from Thailand’s year-end tourism tax break
Tourists at Chatuchak Weekend Market
The latest tax incentive introduced in Thailand to boost domestic tourism in the last month of the year is not...
Hong Kong Airlines spreads wings beyond APAC to North America
(From left) Hong Kong Airlines' Wang Liya, Hong Kong Transport and Housing Bureau's Anthony Cheung, Government of Hong Kong's (GovHK) Lin Wu, Hong Kong...
PATA forum puts Palau in tourism spotlight
When PATA New Tourism Frontiers Forum (NTFF) takes place in Palau from November 15-17, 2017, the event is expected to lend a helping hand...
Japanese cities bet on non-hotel alternatives in face of supply crunch
Noda (left) and Gebbia after signing the agreement
Local governments in Japan are encouraging the use of non-hotel accommodation in anticipation of the expected visitor...
