Flores tourism moves toward recovery despite ongoing overland disruptions
Tourism in Flores is gradually recovering following the August 15 earthquake, with Labuan Bajo and the main Komodo National Park circuit back in operation,...
Azerbaijan targets Asian markets amid connectivity challenges
Azerbaijan is eyeing new target markets in Asia, setting its sights firmly on Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and China.
“We see great potential in Asia, and...
Sarawak repositions as entry point to Borneo
Sarawak marked a defining moment in its tourism journey with the unveiling of its refreshed destination identity and new tourism tagline, Sarawak: Gateway to...
DTH Travel expands slow rail journeys across Asia
DTH Travel is expanding its portfolio of rail journeys across Asia as part of its focus on slow travel and lower-carbon tourism.
Last year, the...
Community-driven decision-making strengthens long-term tourism benefits
Working closely with local communities and giving them a genuine role in decision-making is key to creating authentic tourism experiences, according to tourism experts.
Jessica...
Minor Hotels brings Avani brand to Sabah
Minor Hotels will introduce its Avani brand to Sabah with the opening of Avani Kota Kinabalu in the first quarter of 2027, expanding its...
Responsible tourism development brings real impact for three Asian destinations
Three destination leaders demonstrated the positive outcomes of responsible tourism development, with results showing an impact on local host communities.
Representatives from Sarawak, Thailand and...
Langkawi targets European and Asian markets to offset flight losses
Langkawi’s loss of two international flights in May, alongside the suspension of services from Bengaluru and Dubai, contributed to a year-on-year decline of around...
AirBorneo grows flight network to support Sarawak’s tourism growth
AirBorneo, the airline owned by the Sarawak state government, has mapped out an expansion plan for its Asian service network, which will bring to...
PATA Gold Awards 2026 recognises 26 travel initiatives across Asia-Pacific
PATA has revealed the winners of the 2026 PATA Gold Awards, honouring 26 initiatives across marketing, sustainability, and social responsibility.
The Sarawak Tourism Board, Malaysia,...
