Vietnam’s hotel sector growth surges ahead of regional peers
Vietnam’s hospitality sector is emerging as South-east Asia’s strongest growth story, with Central Vietnam positioned to capture rising demand, bolstered by 10.7 million international...
Golf tourism holds great promise for Cambodia
Golf tourism in Cambodia is on the up, with an increase in high-quality courses combined with a rise in regional connections and more affordable...
Young professionals spill travel and job expectations at PATA Knowledge Forum
As the next generation begins to explore more of the world, what they want from travel is markedly different from previous generations.
According to three...
Aviation roundup: Pelita Air, Firefly and more
Here’s our weekly roundup of new air routes and codeshare partnerships
Advance flight, hotel bookings stream in for F1 Singapore race weekend
The promise of a thrilling night race and an impressive entertainment line-up featuring high-profile international acts over three days, from October 3 to 5, 2025, is drawing overseas F1 fans to Singapore. Flight data shows bookings for Singapore ahead of the races are up since June, while hotels are enjoying a more lively booking pace compared to 2024.
Thailand launches safety initiative to reinforce international confidence
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has unveiled the Trusted Thailand Stamp to give international travellers peace of mind when choosing the Kingdom and to recognise operators...
Asia-Pacific seeks to restore connectivity through multilateral visa and passenger initiatives
The Asia-Pacific region has fewer international aviation routes now compared to before the Covid-19 pandemic, with a gross loss of 1,017 international routes, where...
Overhaul needed for tourism measurement
Measuring tourism success has to go beyond simply tallying visitor arrivals or tracking tourism expenditure – a more holistic approach should take into account...
TTG Asia Luxury feature wins PATA Gold Award
A feature on China’s affluent female travellers, a segment that is shaping the future of luxury travel, has won PATA Gold Awards 2025, Best...
Malaysia plays up lesser-known destinations
As more international travellers seek off-the-beaten-path destinations, tourism specialists in Malaysia are riding the trend by promoting lesser-known locations for authentic and enriching experiences.
Chairman...
