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...
Ryokan-inspired hospitality brand Azumi to debut in Japan
Aman founder Adrian Zecha has teamed up with Japanese hospitality group Naru Developments to launch a new hospitality brand, Azumi, that aims to offer...
Destination Gold Coast unveils biggest-ever marketing push
The largest-ever tourism push to promote the Gold Coast urges Aussies to Come Back and Play, as part of Destination Gold Coast’s (DGC) latest...
Insider tours, US$74 deals part of Sentosa’s new campaign to lure...
The Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) has launched a campaign to encourage locals to Make Time for a Holiday, with over 50 diverse new offerings...
TTG Conversation: Five questions with Ong Wee Min, Marina Bay Sands
The pandemic has made it more urgent for event venues to evolve their existence, by playing a direct role in supporting the transaction of...
Harness fintech, location-based marketing to spur recovery, say travel experts
Tourism suppliers should employ a strong focus on promoting domestic and near-domestic travel instead of plotting their longhaul strategies during this period, urged speakers...
2021 ASEAN virtual travel festival reveals event format and exhibition participation...
Travel suppliers in the South-east Asia region can now register their interest to participate in The Great 2021 ASEAN Travel Fest, a year-long B2B...
