Updated short-term rental regulations in Thailand a boon to small, unique...
The recent announcement in the Royal Gazette regarding the Thai government’s plans to update Ministerial Regulations regarding the operation of short-term rentals (STR) has...
Short-term rentals threaten survival of budget hotels in Malaysia
Increased competition from Airbnb is taking a toll on the occupancies of budget hotels in Malaysia, raising concerns over the viability of lower-tier accommodation providers...
Mövenpick targets 11 openings worldwide in 2018
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts moves forward with its expansion plans to open 11 new properties in nine countries by the end of 2018.
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New flights from Doha set to benefit secondary Thai destinations
Qatar Airways will launch flights between Doha and two key cities in Thailand, developments that are expected to drive travel, including from longer haul...
StanChart Private Equity buys stake in India’s TBO Group
Standard Chartered Bank’s private equity arm, Standard Chartered Private Equity (SCPE), will acquire Naspers’ stake in TBO Group, an online B2B travel distribution company...
New Siem Reap international airport to begin operations in October
The new Siem Reap Angkor International Airport will officially begin operations on October 16, with non-commercial and non-profitable test flights set to be conducted...
Accelerator scheme brings S’pore agencies onto digital transformation track
The FinLab accelerator – a joint-venture between United Overseas Bank (UOB) and SGInnovate – is collaborating with the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and NATAS...
STB, CLIA seals three-year partnership to ramp up ASEAN cruising
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) yesterday announced a new three-year partnership that is aimed at developing the fast-growing...
Hilton unveils two new brands in Thailand
Hilton is launching two new brands, Canopy and Hilton Garden Inn, into the Thai market to capitalise on tourism growth particularly in the lifestyle...
Visitor-friendly developments flourish in Osaka’s Izumisano City
Izumisano City, one of the 33 cities in Osaka Prefecture, has announced several upcoming tourism developments in Rinku Town, located a 10-minute drive from...
