Myanmar tackles Europe’s dip with VOAs
To recover from falling European arrival numbers, Myanmar’s Ministry of Hotels and Tourism (MOHT) is looking into offering visas on arrival (VOA) to countries in the region.
Royal Cliff pursues events route to become a ‘destination’
Royal Cliff is harbouring strong ambitions of turning itself into a “destination” through the creation of its own lifestyle and sporting events, building on its core strength as a major resort and MICE venue in Pattaya with its PEACH convention centre on-site.
Wyndham reacquires franchising rights for Days Inn in China
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has reacquired exclusive direct franchising rights for its Days Inn brand for China.
Stiffer competition for regional rivals as Vietnam sees more repeat visitors
Vietnam is steadily rising as a repeat destination for international visitors, with positive developments in the country’s tourism sector and its improving international image...
It’s hello Marriott Bonvoy as Marriott Rewards gets shipped out
After launching a unified loyalty programme last August, Marriott will in February complete the integration of Marriott Rewards, The Ritz-Carlton Rewards and Starwood Preferred...
Despite departure tax, Japan still hot pick for Indonesians
Japan's new 1,000 yen (US$9.10) departure tax is unlikely to deter Indonesians from visiting Japan, although currency movements contributing to slowing growth in demand...
Thailand extends temporary VOA fee waiver
Thailand's visa-on-arrival fee waiver for citizens of 20 countries, including China and India, will be extended until April 30.
The 2,000 baht (US$63) visa-on-arrival fee...
Cambodia tourism plates up gastronomy identity
Determined to change perceptions and raise the profile of Khmer food, Cambodia’s Ministry of Tourism is preparing to host the country’s first gastronomy fair...
Aviation roundup: Scoot, Air New Zealand and more
Here’s our weekly roundup of new air routes.
Customers await refund after OTA Zuji folds up
Zuji officially shut down on January 11 with HK$250,000 (US$32,000) owed to customers awaiting refunds, confirming rumours of trouble brewing at the online travel...
