Ascott loyalty programme nears 10-million-member mark
The Ascott Star Rewards (ASR) loyalty programme, which debuted in 2019, is on track to reach 10 million members by the end of 2026,...
Tripseed sets global first with Fair Tax Mark accreditation
Thailand-based Tripseed has become the first company in the world to be awarded the Fair Tax Mark under the UK-based Fair Tax Foundation's new...
Malaysia Airlines expands France connections through SNCF rail partnership
Malaysia Airlines is enhancing its intermodal network through a new codeshare partnership with France's national rail operator, SNCF Voyageurs, giving passengers seamless rail connections...
Japan taps longevity tourism as wellness market grows
Longevity offerings are the latest addition to Japan’s health and wellness tourism, a market expected to grow from US$37.5 billion in 2025 to US$71.2...
Agoda, Taiwan Tourism Administration to promote destination across Asia
Agoda and the Taiwan Tourism Administration (TTA) have launched a destination marketing campaign to promote Taiwan to travellers in Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan and...
GSTC introduces global sustainability standard for tourism F&B sector
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) has published a new Food and Beverage Standard, providing tourism businesses with a global framework to improve sustainability...
Marriott accelerates APEC expansion via conversion route
Marriott International is expanding its regional footprint across Asia-Pacific excluding China (APEC) by utilising a flexible, conversion-led development model to steadily expand its regional...
Gensler unveils tourism blueprint for major Laos development
Global design firm Gensler has unveiled the conceptual masterplan for a 522-hectare tourism development in Vang Vieng, Laos, outlining a long-term vision centred on...
Luxury retreat to bring nine suites to Uluṟu
Beckons has plans to develop an ultra-luxury retreat near Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park, marking the first new-build project since the luxury lodge portfolio launched...
Vietjet proposes halal tourism platform to support travel to Vietnam
Vietjet has introduced Vietnam Halal Connect, a proposed platform designed to strengthen collaboration across the travel industry and support the growth of Muslim tourism...
