Sri Lankan hoteliers commit to rebuilding tourism responsibly
Despite tourism challenges, two Sri Lankan hotel players have remained firm in their efforts to uplift local communities as they rebuild their business.
Homegrown Teardrop...
Top-end properties in Jakarta, Bali record stronger performance
Luxury hotel properties in Jakarta and Bali are seeing stronger RevPAR that has surpassed pre-pandemic levels, according to a JLL survey.
For the financial year...
China withdraws Covid-19 antigen test requirement for inbound travellers
China's foreign ministry said on August 28 that inbound travellers to the country will no longer need to perform a pre-departure antigen test for...
More Chinese-speaking guides in Malaysia as travel demand rises
People walking and shopping at Kasturi Walk, Kuala Lumpur
THE Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia has approved the issuance of 50 licences for temporary...
Norwegian announces order for four next-gen ships
Norwegian Escape, the first ship in NCL's Breakaway-Plus Class
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCL) has reached an agreement with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri to construct four...
SIA, Ethiopian Airlines broaden codeshare deal
Star Alliance members Singapore Airlines and Ethiopian Airlines will expand their codeshare agreement as of June 1, 2017, which will include the latter’s upcoming...
Garuda CEO replaced before his contract ends
Bank Mandiri director Pahala Nugraha Mansury has replaced Arif Wibowo as president and CEO of Garuda Indonesia.
Arif was appointed to the role in 2014....
Riu rolls out new website for agents
Riu Hotels & Resorts has launched its new website, Riu Pro, designed to equip travel agents with all the sales and information tools required...
Avis rolls out six-month car leasing service in Singapore
Avis Singapore has launched a six-month car leasing promotion for selected models at rates starting from S$1,228 (US$912).
The promotion runs from now until April...
Plans in place for Muslim-friendly Philippines
THE Philippines hopes to court more Muslim travellers by having at least 50 establishments in Manila, Cebu, Boracay and Davao to become halal-compliant by...