Tourism recovery must be built on sustainability: UNWTO
In conjunction with World Environment Day, the UNWTO-led One Planet Sustainable Tourism Programme has unveiled its new vision for global tourism – and that...
Global destinations get WTTC safety nod
Major destinations around the world have been awarded the world’s first global safety and hygiene stamp, launched recently by the WTTC.
The endorsements hail from...
Malaysia Airlines restarts international flights in July
Malaysia Airlines (MAS) will resume some of its international flights in July to facilitate essential inter-state travel, allowing the reunion of families who have...
Indonesian travel agencies, hotels ally to fight travel slump
As the Indonesian government starts to ease social restrictions in some cities, including Jakarta, a Covid-19 epicentre in Indonesia, hotels are partnering with travel...
Sustainable tourism development comes into TAT’s focus
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has teamed up with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to formulate a long-term sustainable tourism strategy for...
Ecotourism to flourish in the Philippines under new normal
Ecotourism, an alternative to mass tourism, is poised to reign supreme in the Philippines' travel industry’s transition to the new normal post-Covid-19, according to...
Malaysia’s trade says US$8.2 billion stimulus “insufficient” to buoy tourism sector
Tourism players in Malaysia have criticised the RM35 billion (US$8.2 billion) stimulus package unveiled on Friday to boost the economy reeling from the impact...
SIA lands US$7.1b in fresh funds
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has raised S$10 billion (US$7.1 billion) in liquidity through its recent rights issue, as well as a mix of secured and...
SE Asia tourism casts eager eye on Middle East
South-east Asian destinations are prepping to grab a share of the burgeoning Middle East market once travel resumes by rolling out digital campaigns and...
Japan hotels, restaurants seek new revenue streams
Japan’s hospitality sector is adapting its offerings to include daily room use and takeaway services to bring in much needed revenue during the ongoing...
