Accor in talks to buy concierge services provider John Paul
ACCORHOTELS has begun exclusive negotiations for the acquisition of private concierge services provider John Paul.
Accor revealed in a statement earlier this week that they...
World Animal Protection calls for end to tiger entertainment venues
NON-PROFIT organisation World Animal Protection is calling on governments to investigate and close down venues that use tigers for entertainment and for travel companies...
LCC Eastar Jet is newest U-Fly Alliance member
(From left) Ding Yong Zheng, board director of U-FLY Alliance; Andrew Cowen, CEO of U-Fly Alliance; Jimmy Ma, board chairman & director of U-Fly Alliance;...
Philippine tourism budget up 44 per cent from 2015
El Nido, Palawan
THE Philippines’ newly-appointed tourism secretary Wanda Teo has vowed to efficiently utilise the resources given to her for the promotion and development...
AirAsia warns of online scam offering free flights
Screenshot of the online survey scam
A SURVEY circulating online via social media promising free AirAsia tickets is a hoax, warned the Malaysian budget carrier...
Agency rides on Pokémon Go craze with Poké itinerary
AUSSIE tour operator Geckos Adventures has taken the Pokémon Go craze to the next level by launching a worldwide trip to catch ‘em all.
The...
Preferred joins up with UnionPay in pursuit of China market
PREFERRED Hotels & Resorts yesterday entered into a global partnership effective through 2019 with UnionPay International as part of the hospitality group’s ongoing efforts...
Airlines need to future-proof themselves with reliable Wi-Fi
CONSISTENT, speedy inflight internet connection will become increasingly important for airlines as consumers become ever more dependent on the service, according to a recent...
India looks to extend e-visa scheme to 36 more countries
THE Indian government is looking to extend e-visa facilities to citizens of 36 more countries including Italy, Iran, Egypt, Qatar, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Maldives,...
Plaza Premium debuts in Taiwan, opens four lounges
Plaza Premium Lounge in Terminal 1 of Taoyuan International Airport
THE Plaza Premium Group has made its first foray into Taiwan with the opening of...
