Tag: Travel Agents
JNTO rolls out e-learning platform for agents
The Japan National Tourism Organisation (JNTO) has launched a new e-learning platform for travel agents which is designed to aid training and development across...
Government’s wage support is biggest relief for weary SG tourism players
Tourism companies in Singapore heaved a collective sigh of relief following the unveiling of the Resilience Budget yesterday afternoon, where the government has committed...
India’s proposed tax on outbound tour packages sparks outcry
Indian travel agents are unnerved by a possible five per cent tax collection at source (TCS) imposed on travellers purchasing outbound tour packages, saying...
LA tourism board aims to groom destination specialists in Asia
Spurred by increased connectivity and expanding attractions, Los Angeles (LA) Tourism & Convention Board has launched the LA Insider Specialist Program in Asia to...
Hahn Air’s travel agent competition: win a trip to anywhere in...
German scheduled and executive charter airline Hahn Air has launched an exclusive competition for travel agents worldwide as part of its 20th anniversary celebration....
Aussie and Singaporean agents get 30-year reunion
A group of 28 retired and semi-retired travel agents and NTO chiefs from Singapore and Australia gathered for a reunion at the Singapore Cricket...
Most adventure tour operators still rely on travel agents for sales:...
While one may expect that technology has made it easier for people to book their own travel, 87 per cent of tour operators working...
Java tubing adventure turned deadly for agents
Four travel executives died in an river tubing accident in Magelang, Central Java yesterday when they were hit by sudden floodwaters.
They were Tantri Aristiawati...
IATA touts greater benefits for agents in digital ID card push
IATA is stepping up its global outreach efforts for its new digital identification cards for travel agents, encouraging industry professionals to get on board...
WTAAA unveils new exco, board
The World Travel Agents Associations Alliance (WTAAA) has elected a new executive committee and board.
This marks the end of the two year-term served by...