Tag: Longhaul Travel
Brand USA brings travel advisor ambassador scheme to South-east Asia
Brand USA is extending its Global Ambassador Program to South-east Asia, marking the first rollout of the initiative in Singapore, Taiwan, Vietnam and the...
Qantas Project Sunrise aircraft moves closer to testing stage
The first Airbus A350-1000ULR for Qantas’ Project Sunrise programme has rolled out of the Airbus facility in Toulouse and will begin a two-month flight...
Indonesia shifts focus to shorthaul markets amid longhaul travel risks
Indonesia tourism stakeholders are finding ways to mitigate the impact of geopolitical tensions disrupting key transit routes, which could significantly reduce longhaul travel demand.
Speaking...
Egypt sees strong Asia-Pacific group arrivals and interest
Egypt is experiencing a steady increase in tourism interest from Asia-Pacific as travellers lean more into cultural destinations.
Alaa Tolba, co-founder of Album Travel, said...
Thailand tourism targets Balkans to expand longhaul group travel
With rising disposable income, growing middle-class outbound demand, and an expanding upscale segment – combined with improved air connectivity across the Balkan region –...
Lufthansa Group marks 65 years of Hong Kong presence with promise...
As Lufthansa Group hits its 65th year of Hong Kong-Frankfurt service, its leadership reaffirms commitment to both Hong Kong and China’s Greater Bay Area...
South Africa looks to grow South-east Asia market with ministerial visit
South Africa’s minister of tourism, Patricia de Lille, will visit Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia from February 2 to 6, 2026, as part of efforts...
Trip.com Group sees longer, premium travel this Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year bookings across Trip.com Group’s platforms have climbed by double digits this year compared with the last, as travellers lean into longer...
An appealing region for travel
Three different travel intent studies in 2025 have found positive interest in Asia-Pacific destinations
Middle East tensions fuel travellers’ anxiety, resulting in trip changes
Festering unrest in the Middle East and a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran are keeping travel agents in Asia-Pacific on their toes, as customers seek regular updates and assistance with flight adjustments and trip changes.
