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Virtuoso has to debunk certain perceptions to grow in Asia

Asia is a missing piece in Virtuoso’s plan to be a fully global company but the American company’s attempt to plug it may not...

IHG looks east in Thailand, signs eight hotels at one go

Thailand’s eastern seaboard, largely perceived as a big industrial zone barely a few years ago, is now emerging as a much-touted business, investment and...

Philippine trade keen for tourism promotion to regain momentum as Cesar...

The Philippine travel trade is hopeful that the country will regain its marketing momentum on the international stage following the resignation of Cesar Montano...

Minor International ups stake in Europe’s NH Hotel Group

Thailand-based Minor International (MINT) has increased its stake in NH Hotel Group, Europe's sixth largest hotel chain with 382 hotels and resorts spanning 59,350...

Best Western to open beach resort in Vietnam’s Cam Ranh

Best Western Hotels & Resorts is ramping up its portfolio in Vietnam with the signing of a new upscale beach resort in Cam Ranh,...

Aviation roundup: Wow Air, LOT Polish Airlines and more

Here’s our weekly roundup of new air routes.

Travel industry urgently needs to tackle overtourism, disaster resilience

Industry speakers at the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) joint debate last week outlined several key challenges...

Hotel investment sentiment on the upswing with Mahathir in PM seat

Investor confidence in the Malaysian hospitality sector has surged following the appointment of Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, who has made clear that he would...