Indonesia targets unlicensed short-term accommodation listings
The Indonesian government is stepping up efforts to regulate unlicensed short-term accommodation, particularly villas and alternative lodging properties, following concerns over tax compliance, consumer...
VisitMalta prioritises luxury leisure in Asia-Pacific
VisitMalta is taking a cautious approach to the Asia-Pacific market, focusing on luxury leisure travel amid global geopolitical uncertainty.
As conflict in the Middle East...
Agoda, Philippines launch tourism and skills development partnership
Agoda and the Philippines Department of Tourism (DoT) are collaborating to support tourism promotion, workforce development and sustainability initiatives in the Philippines.
Under the partnership,...
Growing demand for experiential, flexible holidays lifts opportunities in rail travel
Travellers’ growing interest in flexible and experiential holidays has presented rail travel with an opportunity to shine, as this mode of travel facilitates deeper...
Onyx teams up with JR Kyushu on Pattaya serviced apartment project
Onyx Hospitality Group has signed a joint venture agreement with JR Kyushu Business Development (Thailand), part of Japan’s Kyushu Railway Company, for the development...
New Zealand tourism sector adapts to AI-driven travel planning
New Zealand’s tourism sector is moving to ensure the country remains visible and competitive as AI reshapes how travellers choose destinations.
Speaking at TRENZ 2026...
Osaka luxury hotel sector expands amid Expo and resort developments
Osaka’s luxury accommodation sector is gaining momentum, supported by Expo 2025 and the city’s upcoming US$10 billion integrated resort, scheduled to open in autumn...
Philippines strengthens position as Muslim-friendly tourism destination
The Philippines is continuing efforts to position itself as a Muslim-friendly destination in Asia through expanded halal tourism infrastructure, workforce training and targeted engagement...
BBTF 2026 spotlights product readiness and quality tourism
The Bali and Beyond Travel Fair (BBTF) 2026 is positioning itself as a marketplace to strengthen the competitiveness of Indonesian tourism through product readiness,...
Moxy enters Nepal with Kathmandu opening
Moxy Hotels has made its debut in Nepal with the opening of Moxy Kathmandu. The launch marks the Marriott Bonvoy lifestyle brand’s entry into...
