SG-HK travel bubble set for mid-May launch
The much-delayed travel bubble between Singapore and Hong Kong is on track for a mid-May launch, despite the latter having confirmed the first Covid-19...
Shangri-La gets bigger in the business of fun on Sentosa
The Shangri-La Group will develop its first standalone lifestyle and entertainment precinct, Palawan Sands, on Sentosa Island in Singapore. Slated to open in 2023,...
New pavilion at FHA-HoReCa to highlight tech innovations in hospitality
This year's FHA-HoReCa, a specialist industry show for hotel, restaurant and cafe suppliers, will debut the Hospitality 4.0 pavilion, a platform for solution providers...
Aman Group secures further investment, plans to expand globally
Aman Group is poised to expand globally after securing a further investment of US$360 million on top of its existing investment of US$900 million...
Accor to bring SO/ brand to Australia come 2023
Accor will be debuting its SO/Hotels & Resorts luxury brand in Australia with a new Melbourne property slated to open in 2023.
Positioned on the...
Thailand shortens quarantine for international visitors
Thailand will reduce the mandatory quarantine period for foreign travellers from two weeks to 10 days, starting from April 1.
In addition, the Kingdom is...
Bill to pave way for integrated resorts in Japan
JAPAN’s indefinite plan to open casinos has come under the spotlight again after a group of politicians from across party boundaries unveiled a bill...
Garuda Indonesia increases seasonal flight frequencies Down Under
Garuda Indonesia will be increasing seasonal flight frequencies on Jakarta-Australia routes from four to five weekly, and Bali-Australia routes from six to seven weekly,...
Philippines introduce e-visas for inbound Chinese travellers
The electronic visa system to be rolled out by the Philippines for Chinese nationals beginning August 24 is a shot in the arm for...
HSMA and Philtoa join forces to jumpstart tourism
The Hotel Sales and Marketing Association (HSMA) and the Philippine Tour Operators Association (Philtoa) have partnered to organise a joint B2B trade event next...
