Rebranding Langkawi as preferred Muslim destination triggers controversial response
The move by Malaysia’s Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture to position Langkawi Island as a preferred Muslim destination emphasising spiritual tourism and family-friendly...
Japan streamlines digital payment methods
Making digital payments in Japan as an international traveller is becoming easier thanks to efforts promoting the digitalisation of payments and integration of systems...
Onyx Hospitality Group launches new serviced apartment concept
Onyx Hospitality Group has unveiled Shama Hub – an extension of its serviced apartment brand, Shama – which offers a lifestyle that celebrates creativity,...
Minor Hotels debuts NH Hotels & Resorts brand in Bangkok
Minor Hotels will introduce its NH Hotels & Resorts brand to Bangkok, Thailand through a management agreement signed with Boulevard Hotel Company to rebrand...
Liverpool Football Club selects Japan Airlines as official airline partner
Liverpool Football Club (Liverpool FC) and Japan Airlines (JAL) have entered a global, multi-year partnership that will see the airline become the club's official...
New regulations at Mount Fuji to conserve site, protect climbers
Gates have been installed on Japan’s tallest peak, Mount Fuji, for the first time amid concerns of overcrowding, “bullet climbing” without rest, and environmental...
Bali’s first international hotel site transforms into all-purpose destination
The area where Bali’s first international hotel, the Grand Inna Bali Beach Hotel, Sanur, once stood has been transformed into a special economic zone...
Cross Hotels & Resorts to manage new resort in Batam
Cross Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Yetosa Pratama Sukses (Puri Group) for Cross Batam Antapura, a 340-key tropical island paradise,...
Radisson signs new hotel in Philippines’ North Mindanao
Radisson Hotel Group (RHG) is introducing a new five-star property to Cagayan de Oro, located in the Northern Mindanao region of the Philippines.
The 717-key...
Japan regional airports see positive growth in international numbers
International arrivals are on the rise at Japan’s regional airports, particularly those with direct flights from neighbouring countries such as Taiwan and South Korea,...
