Next Story Group writes out new Ink Hotels brand
International hospitality company Next Story Group marks the addition of Ink Hotels to its brand portfolio with the opening of the 162-key Ink Hotel...
Philippines ought to double down on Chinese market, say tourism experts
Instead of being complacent about the growth in inbound Chinese arrivals, industry stakeholders are urging the Philippine government to maintain the market’s upward trajectory...
Aviation roundup: Eva Air, Vietjet, and more
Here’s our weekly roundup of new air routes and other aviation news.
Trade raises doubt over viability of proposed US$1,000 annual fee to...
Indonesia's plans to transform Komodo Island into a premium tourist destination by charging foreign tourists an annual membership fee of US$1,000 has raised more...
Global events and attractions add to Shanghai’s international appeal
More domestic tourists are heading to Shanghai than ever, drawn by the metropolis’ ever-growing supply of internationally-branded theme parks and attractions.
Shanghai Disneyland, for instance,...
Myanmar goes on quest to build China as new market source
Hopes are high that China’s swelling middle-class travellers will be able to help steer Myanmar’s lagging tourism industry to recovery.
As many longhaul markets continue...
Hilton grows Thailand footprint with second Pattaya property
The Hilton Garden Inn brand will be making its entry into Pattaya through a management agreement with Honour Hotel and Retail.
Slated to debut in...
Overseas Travel Service partners Travel Prologue to expand Asia distribution network
Japanese travel B2B wholesaler Overseas Travel Service (OTS) has formed an exclusive partnership in Asia with Travel Prologue (TP), a Singapore-headquartered hotel direct booking...
The era of rich airline distribution has arrived – and why...
For an industry that is hooked on data and technological advancement, personalised online merchandising for airlines remains one of its under-invested areas, but growing digitalisation, together with changing customer expectations, are expected to drive a rapid transformation in the airline digital retailing space in the next decade.
Sichuan ramps up pursuit of Indonesian tourists with incentives and campaigns
In hot pursuit of Indonesia's outbound market, Sichuan Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism is intensifying its marketing efforts by providing 40 per cent...
