Middle East outpacing Europe and Latin America in tourism recovery
The Middle Eastern travel and tourism sector should grow by 27.1 per cent this year, slightly behind the global average of 30.7 per cent,...
Mixed reactions to tourism initiatives unveiled in Malaysia’s Budget 2022
A number of initiatives announced during Malaysia's Budget 2022 to rejuvenate the tourism sector has drawn mixed response among tourism and hospitality players.
When tabling...
Australia to open to all vaccinated Singaporeans
Australia will allow quarantine-free entry to fully vaccinated travellers from Singapore starting November 21.
The announcement was made by prime minister Scott Morrison on Sunday...
Philippine govt offers free swab tests for domestic tourists
Qualified domestic tourists in the Philippines can now obtain free Covid-19 PCR swab tests at the Philippine Children’s Medical Center (PCMC) starting November 1.
The...
Adventure tourism outlook buoyant in Indonesia
Indonesia's market for outdoor and adventure tourism is projected to rise notably post-pandemic, but tour operators need to be nimble in adapting to changing...
Tour operators split on Cambodia’s phased reopening plan
The announcement that Cambodia will start welcoming vaccinated travellers under its sandbox scheme has received a mixed reaction from agents.
From November 30, visitors can...
Qantas redesigns international travel experience with digital guide, new menu
Qantas has unveiled a range of new experiences, including a customised digital travel guide to help passengers navigate travel requirements, as the airline prepares...
Meet Changi Pay, Changi Airport’s new digital wallet
Changi Airport Group (CAG) has launched its own digital wallet, Changi Pay, as part of CAG’s digitalisation roadmap.
Developed jointly with Liquid Group, Changi Pay...
IHCL to rebrand heritage hotel in Jaisalmer
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has signed a deal with Historic Resort Hotels (HRH) to manage Gorbandh Palace in Jaisalmer, which will relaunch as a...
Refurbishment of Grand Hyatt Singapore to include waterfall feature, wellness spaces
Grand Hyatt Singapore is embarking on a phased renovation project that will take approximately two years to complete, with infrastructural and design upgrades.
Remodelling of...
