Resorts World Sentosa, Marina Bay Sands set for multi-billion-dollar transformation
The two IRs in Singapore, Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) and Marina Bay Sands (MBS), have unveiled massive expansion plans, each at an estimated investment...
Tourism’s ‘the best partner for governments’ to drive economy and job...
The growing importance of tourism's role in the global economy was once again underscored by WTTC president & CEO Gloria Guevara yesterday at the...
Gap in Thailand’s economy hotel sector drives expansion at Kokotel
Bangkok-based Kokotel is stepping up its expansion strategy as the bed-and-cafe chain seeks to fill the gaps in Thailand's economy scale segment, driven by...
Norwegian to develop cruise training facility near Manila
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) will develop and construct a new shipboard team member training facility near Manila in the Philippines.
NCLH has secured a...
Upcoming Shangri-La property named official hotel for Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics
A Shangri-La hotel set for opening in Beijing's Shougang Park come end-2021 will be the designated official hotel and event reception venue for the...
Aviation roundup: Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways and more
Here's our weekly roundup of new air routes and aviation updates.
OTAs put human touch back in booking process
OTAs are working to strike a balance between technology and physical customer service, challenging the notion that online players lack the human touch.
Examples of...
Can Koh Pha-Ngan shed its party image and appeal to diversified...
On Thailand’s Koh Pha-Ngan island, known for its marque Full Moon parties, tourism remains "mercurial" beyond the party periods, although there are still challenges...
Oyo confirms Airbnb deal
Oyo has issued a statement confirming a deal with Airbnb, following speculations for months that the homesharing giant is investing in the Indian accommodation...
Two Japan companies join Adara’s tourism data co-op
Adara, provider of data-driven solutions for the travel industry, has partnered two new Tokyo-based companies.
The two companies are metasearch site Travel Book, and Fast...
