What’s left of Swiss hotel chains when Movenpick goes to Accor?
Once they were arch-rivals. Privately, Swissotel called the other one “that ice-cream hotel chain”, while Movenpick Hotels & Resorts, older and bigger, found Swissotel...
Malaysia restarts interstate travel between RMCO states
Following a nearly two-month ban, domestic travel has been given the green light to resume with the Malaysian government lifting its ban on interstate...
Swire Travel begins new chapter as Connexus
The Swire Travel name has lived out the last days of its 69-year legacy with the regional TMC officially rebranded to Connexus by the...
Paradise in limbo as state of emergency extends in Maldives
It was supposed to be the idyllic resort destination, welcoming an influx of visitors particularly during the Lunar New Year period, but tourists are...
Hoteliers split on Sri Lanka’s strict protocols for tourists
Sri Lanka's decision to impose stringent Covid-19 testing protocols when it reopens its doors to foreign tourists on August 1 has divided local tourism...
Philippines replaces One Health Pass with e-Arrival Card
The Philippine Department of Tourism (DoT) has introduced the electronic arrival card on October 21, which provides a more convenient and stress-free experience for...
Fate of Malaysia Airlines hangs in balance
The Malaysian government will be conducting a study to decide the fate of ailing national carrier, Malaysia Airlines (MAS).
National sovereign wealth fund, Khazanah Nasional...
Mt Agung update: Bali industry steps up care for stranded passengers
Amid mounting flight cancellations and an extended airport closure, Indonesia's tourism minister Arief Yahya is urging the travel industry in Bali and Lombok to...
Finally, Thailand comes out of closet and rolls out carpet for...
Long perceived as a top destination for LGBT+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender/transsexual plus) travellers in Asia, Thailand has quietly been pursuing this niche market...
Former Shang EVP in new startup selling hotel ancillaries
Former Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts’ executive vice president South-east Asia Cetin Sekercioglu has laid down his corporate suit and is developing an online platform...
