Trip.com Group under investigations in China for alleged antitrust conduct
China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) has placed online travel giant Trip.com Group under investigations for alleged anti-monopoly conduct.
The announcement comes just weeks...
Malaysia rolls out free safety induction for tourism frontline staff
The government is offering free safety and induction training to 10,000 tourism workers nationwide, preparing them to meet health and safety standards as Malaysia...
PATA renews partnership with Euromonitor International to boost Asia-Pacific tourism insights
PATA has extended its preferred partnership with data analytics company Euromonitor International, a provider of global business intelligence, market analysis, and consumer insights.
The collaboration...
Norwegian Cruise Line refreshes brand identity
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has introduced a refreshed brand identity built around its 1990s tagline, It’s Different Out Here, positioning the update as a...
BTS World Tour marks Singapore for four-night performance
K-pop powerhouse, BTS, has unveiled their World Tour schedule for 2026/2027, and has marked Singapore for their longest run in Asia. The South Korean...
Indonesia tourism ministry urges shift to high-value, niche itineraries
Indonesia’s minister of tourism has called on travel companies to develop high-value, niche itineraries to meet current travel demand, as the Ministry of Tourism...
Thailand pivots to quality growth with Tourism Next 2026 strategy
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has set out its strategic direction for 2026 under the Thailand Tourism Next framework, targeting up to three...
Inspiring Vacations launches women-only tours across Asia
Inspiring Vacations has introduced a new range of tours exclusively for women, partnering with female leaders in key destinations to offer tailored itineraries. Each...
Oceania Cruises implements adults-only travel for future voyages
Oceania Cruises will now welcome only adult guests on all new reservations for future voyages, effective immediately. The policy applies to travellers aged 18...
TTG Conversations: Five Questions with Edgar Lacker, Aviareps
Asia will remain a major tourism destination and traveller source market this year, with significant growth in outbound numbers from countries such as Vietnam,...
