Phuket event makes a good PHIST of tackling sustainability
Phuket is set to push the sustainability agenda when it plays host to PHIST (Phuket Hotels for Islands Sustaining Tourism) come September 23, when...
Thai Airways increases preferred seats on all international flights
Passengers on Thai Airways International (THAI) will now have the option of selecting preferred seats on all international flights. From July 27, Economy Class...
Hong Kong braces for protests at airport; more countries issue travel...
Hong Kong is preparing for a demonstration at the arrival hall of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) in Lantau, as protesters plan to converge...
Malaysia Airlines launches online travel marketplace with TUI
Malaysia Airlines and TUI have joined hands to launch MHholidays, a travel marketplace that allows travellers to tailor their holidays with the combination of...
Boeing may halt 737 Max production as plane grounding drags on
As Boeing reported its worst-ever loss arising from the global grounding of its flagship 737 Max after two fatal crashes, the aviation giant warned...
MyValueTravel.com launches online B2B loyalty programme for agents
India’s B2B travel company, MyValueTravel.com (MVT), has launched a rewards programme for the travel agent’s network, said to be the industry's first online B2B loyalty programme.
Through...
ITB Asia unveils conference theme for 2019
This year's ITB Asia at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore will adopt Bold Thoughts, Bold Moves as its conference theme, and bring together thought leaders...
Trade war with South Korea hits tourism to Japan
The effects of a worsening dispute between South Korea and Japan over trade and historical issues is spilling over into the tourism sector, with...
Tourists start returning to Sri Lanka amid tightened security
The series of recovery efforts and tightened security measures that Sri Lanka has launched in the wake of the Easter Sunday attacks are beginning...
Malaysia establishes official recognition for halal-friendly hotels
Malaysia's Islamic Tourism Centre (ITC) has launched the Muslim Friendly Accommodation Recognition, a form of accreditation for Shariah-compliant accommodation targeting Muslim tourists in the...
