Qantas to operate “flights to somewhere” as Australia’s borders reopen
Qantas has launched a series of scenic flights landing at some of Australia’s key holiday destinations, following the success of its inaugural "flight to...
Thailand’s largest Crowne Plaza to rise in Bangkok come 2021
IHG has signed an agreement with Sukhumvit Centre Point Co. to rebrand the Grand Sukhumvit Bangkok hotel to the Crowne Plaza Bangkok Grand Sukhumvit...
JAL, ANA set out new accessibility measures
Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways have introduced a new set of accessibility guidelines for passengers requesting special assistance at the airport and during...
Singapore, Germany establish reciprocal green lane
Singapore and Germany have agreed on a reciprocal green lane allowing essential travel for business or official purposes via direct flights between both countries.
This...
International tourism projected to rebound in 3Q2021: UNWTO
Persistent travel restrictions due to the pandemic continue to hit global tourism hard, with international arrivals plunging by 70 per cent in the first...
Indonesia grants financial aid to tourism businesses in priority districts
The Indonesian government will disburse Rp3.3 trillion (US$224 million) in grants to help tourism-related businesses, especially hotels and restaurants, cushion the impact of the...
Frequent, more extravagant vacations lead travel trends in China
Trapped within their borders, Chinese consumers are channelling their overseas travel budgets to more frequent and longer domestic holidays as well as premium accommodation...
Host community sentiments: the new tourism X-factor
As the most prominent face of a destination, local population attitudes can shape visitor experience and satisfaction, as well as provide signals of continued...
Future of travel lies in the virtual space
Virtual reality has been hailed as a saviour for the travel and tourism industry during this time of pandemic, allowing destinations to continue engaging...
Hawaii plans to reopen to Japanese tourists by year-end
Hawaii is set to loosen entry restrictions for Japanese visitors in the hope that Japan, a critical inbound market, can support the island chain’s...
