Protests ease in Jakarta as travel and tourism resume
The situation in Jakarta and several other Indonesian cities returned to normal on Sunday, August 31, following a week of anti-government and anti-parliament protests.
The...
Government pledges ongoing support for Singapore hotel industry transformation
Singapore hoteliers, who are on a transformational journey to strengthen their competitive edge, are not alone and have strong support from the government, emphasised...
PATA ties remain central to Macau’s tourism strategy
The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) continues to leverage its decades-long partnership with PATA to cement the city’s role as a global tourism hub.
Since...
Jim Thompson lends its power to Thailand tourism
Iconic Thai silk brand, Jim Thompson is reinventing itself with the creation of immersive cultural experiences and establishment of bold international collaborations, which will...
Vietnam’s hotel sector growth surges ahead of regional peers
Vietnam’s hospitality sector is emerging as South-east Asia’s strongest growth story, with Central Vietnam positioned to capture rising demand, bolstered by 10.7 million international...
Golf tourism holds great promise for Cambodia
Golf tourism in Cambodia is on the up, with an increase in high-quality courses combined with a rise in regional connections and more affordable...
Young professionals spill travel and job expectations at PATA Knowledge Forum
As the next generation begins to explore more of the world, what they want from travel is markedly different from previous generations.
According to three...
Aviation roundup: Pelita Air, Firefly and more
Here’s our weekly roundup of new air routes and codeshare partnerships
Advance flight, hotel bookings stream in for F1 Singapore race weekend
The promise of a thrilling night race and an impressive entertainment line-up featuring high-profile international acts over three days, from October 3 to 5, 2025, is drawing overseas F1 fans to Singapore. Flight data shows bookings for Singapore ahead of the races are up since June, while hotels are enjoying a more lively booking pace compared to 2024.
Thailand launches safety initiative to reinforce international confidence
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has unveiled the Trusted Thailand Stamp to give international travellers peace of mind when choosing the Kingdom and to recognise operators...
