Singapore’s Airlines: From farm to plane
Singapore Airlines has today committed to significantly enhancing sustainability practices in its in-flight food and beverage offerings. Under the new initiative, a “From Farm to Plane”…
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Andaz Singapore sign up Soren Lascelles
Set to open this month, the new Andaz Singapore has announced the appointment of Soren Lascelles as the hotel’s executive chef. In his role, Soren will oversee all culinary operations, from…
Thomas Cook in Singapore tourism partnership
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and Thomas Cook Group plc, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), at the end of last week, to cover cooperative marketing campaigns, trade…
STB and Thomas Cook partner to promote Singapore
MoU effective until 4 October 2020.
Asia dominates World’s 50 Best Bar awards
The World’s 50 Bars announced its highly anticipated list and awards at a live ceremony in London, at the end of last week. The rankings are created by the votes of an academy with over 500…
GameStart 2017: All things gaming
Event organiser Eliphant announced a series of updates today for GameStart 2017 Southeast Asia’s Premier Game Convention. Where industry professionals can look forward to a line-up of…
Eastern & Oriental Express culinary journeys on track
Hospitality management company Belmond, have announced a new series of ‘pop-up’ collaborations, with highly acclaimed international chefs Ian Kittichai and Luke Mangan, aboard south-east…
InterContinental: the psychology of luxury
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has released the findings of its ‘Psychology of Luxury’ study, a first-of-its-kind survey examining attitudes and perceptions towards luxury…
Sabre to reboot lodgings content delivery
Sabre Corporation have disclosed news of development for Sabre Content Services for Lodging. A new technology solution which will integrate multiple sources of content, including the…
Conergy powers up Marina Bay Sands
Conergy, has designed and installed a 145 killowatt peak (kWp) solar power system in Singapore’s, Marina Bay Sands. This marks the first commercial-scale rooftop installation for Conergy in…
Andaz Singapore to launch in style
Set to open in October, Andaz Singapore has announced the “Andaz Collection”, a curated range of fashions for the Andaz associates, by local fashion label, In Good Company.
WATG presents the Great Architectural Bake-Off
Integrated design firm, WATG, is bringing The Great Architectural Bake-Off (GABO) to Singapore. Following the success of the event in London and New York, Singapore has been chosen to host…
Genting begins river conveyance of World Dream
Genting Cruise Lines has announced the official river conveyance of World Dream, the newest ship for the Dream Cruises fleet.
Taking place on Sunday, 17 September in Papenburg, Germany,…
IHG Singapore raises 50,000 USD for charity APSN
Following fundraising efforts by InterContinental Hotel Group (IHGemployees based in Singapore, Michael Martin, regional general manager IHG Singapore, Malaysia and Batam, presented the…
AccorHotels announce 800th hotel in Asia Pacific
Sofitel Singapore City Centre will open its doors in October
Carlson Rezidor appoints Katerina Giannouka as president of Asia Pacific
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, today announced the appointment of Katerina Giannouka as president, Asia Pacific. She will be based in Singapore, at Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group’s Asia Pacific…
And Action! First Ever Monaco Film Festival in Asia
The Monaco Government Tourist and Convention Authority will be hosting Asia’s first Monaco Film Festival this October in Singapore
Mariner Of The Seas’ Last Asian Cruise
Mariner of the Seas,Royal Caribbean International’s biggest cruise ship in Asia, returned to Singapore this weekend before embarking on her longest and final season.
Operating out of Asia…
Faith Coetzee appointed new GM Singapore/Hong Kong/Manila for A2A Safaris
A2A Safaris had made Faith Coetzee its new GM for its Singapore, Hong Kong and Manila team as demand for luxury travel services to Africa and Latin America booms, the company said in a…
Inaugaural meeting for new business aviation body
The Asian Business Aviation Association, (AsBAA) the region's non-for-profit representative trade body for business aviation hosted its first Singapore Committee meeting under the leadership…
Singapore Cruise Centre and PT Nongsa Terminal Bahari sign marketing agreement
Singapore Cruise Centre Pte Ltd (SCC) and PT Nongsa Terminal Bahari (NTB) have entered into a marketing collaboration agreement to promote tourism in Batam and Riau Islands the two companies…
Singapore air traffic keeps climbing
Traffic at Singapore's Changi Airport continued to increase in July, driven by demand for routes to and from India.
The Southeast Asian gateway airport handled 5.42 million passengers…
Qantas posts second highest underlying profit in the company’s history.
Qantas has just released its 2016/17 financial results, with a statutory pre-tax profit of $1.18 billion and an "underlying profit before tax" of $1.4 billion. That was 8.6% lower than last…
Alaska Airlines invests in guest experience with next-generation Gogo 2Ku satellite Wi-Fi
Alaska Airlines has selected Gogo to provide next-generation satellite-based inflight Wi-Fi service across its entire Boeing and Airbus fleet. Gogo's broadband 2Ku service provides the…
Plaza Premium to open new Changi lounge
Plaza Premium Group has been awarded the contract to operate a new lounge at Singapore's Changi Airport.
In partnership with SATS, Hong Kong-based Plaza Premium will jointly design,…
Singapore Tourism Board releases 2017 performance figures
Singapore continues to grow as a global tourism hotspot – from both UK and global visitors – according to the first performance figures for 2017, released by the Singapore Tourism Board.…
SIA deploys three A350s to Brisbane
Singapore Airlines has revealed plans to deploy three of its newest aircraft to Brisbane, with the gradual launch of a trio of Airbus A350s to the Australian city.
The modernisation of…
Singaporeans get new connections to Colombia
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has signed an agreement that will enable Singaporeans to travel to Colombia more easily.
From next month onwards, a new codeshare deal with Avianca will allow…
Asia’s first Yotel opens for bookings
Yotel will soon launch its first ever property in Asia and guests are now able to make bookings at the new Yotel Singapore for stays from 1 November 2017.
The cabin-style hotel will be…
Asian air route updates, including connections to Krabi, Chongqing and Hiroshima
Malaysia Airlines to launch Chongqing route
Where? Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) to Chongqing (China)
When? Three times a week, effective 30 October 2017
Who? Malaysia Airlines
Why?…
SIA to create pilot training school in Singapore
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a joint venture for pilot training in Singapore.
The arrangement with CAE, the aviation training…
Singapore gets new connection to Okinawa
Singapore will get a new direct link to the island of Okinawa next year, when Jetstar Asia expands its Japanese network.
Commencing on 17 November 2017, to coincide with the start of…
Asian air route updates from Thai Smile, Lao Airlines, Jetstar and more
Thai Smile flies to Lucknow
Where? Bangkok (Thailand) to Lucknow (India)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? Thai Smile
Why? Thai Airways' regional subsidiary taps…
Changi clocks 30 million passengers in six months
Passenger traffic at Singapore's Changi Airport continued to climb in the first half of 2017, as the hub registered more than 30 million passengers.
The total of 30.4m travellers…
Jetstar adds third Thai destination
Singapore-based Jetstar will soon launch flights to Hat Yai, its third destination in Thailand.
Tickets are now on sale for the direct service between Singapore and the southern Thai…
SACEOS reveals new marcoms committee
Ahead of the Singapore MICE Forum 2017, SACEOS Marketing Communications Committee chairperson, Rosalind Ng, has appointed El Kwang of Biz Events Asia as the co-chairperson alongside a…
Ascott expands in US with another major acquisition
Ascott, the serviced apartment giant operated by Singapore-based CapitaLand, has confirmed its second major acquisition in the space of a month.
The company has agreed to purchase an…
SIA to offer more Asian connections for “Capital Express”
Singapore Airlines has announced that its "Capital Express" service to Canberra and Wellington will be retimed to allow more Asian passengers to connect to the flights.
From 28…
F1 comes to Madame Tussauds Singapore
The world of Formula One has arrived at Madame Tussauds Singapore, with a major new interactive visitor attraction.
Ahead of this year's Singapore Grand Prix, which is due to return to…
Sightseeing in Charlotte, North Carolina
Written by Alex GrossSimilar to most urban cities, Charlotte has become quite a melting pot, and ranks as North Carolina’s largest and most visited city. With the recent expansion of its…
Asian air route updates from AirAsia, Fiji Airways, China Eastern and more
Guiyang gets Italian charter flights
Where? Milan (Italy) to Guiyang, pictured (China)
When? Once a week, from 10 July to 2 October 2017
Who? Neos
Why? Italian charter carrier creates…
Royal Caribbean uses VR to introduce ships to Singapore
Singaporean travellers and travel agents will soon be able to experience what it's like to cruise with Royal Caribbean without stepping foot on a ship.
The cruise line has harnessed…
Where to Stay: new hotels from Fairmont, Regent, Hilton and more
Hilton Garden Inn Singapore Serangoon
Location: Singapore's Little India district
Grade: Midscale
Keys: 328
Facilities: Restaurant, 24-hour "grab and go" F&B outlet, fitness…
SIA starts flying A350 to India
Singapore Airlines will introduce its newest aircraft, the Airbus A350, to India on 1 July.
The aircraft will be deployed on the airline's daily Singapore-Mumbai services, taking over…
Indian traffic drives growth at Changi Airport
Rising passenger traffic on routes to and from India boosted Singapore's Changi Airport last month.
The hub handled a total of 5.0 million passengers in May 2017, up 4.6% compared to…
Singapore’s Royal Plaza on Scotts adds event space
Royal Plaza on Scotts, the luxury hotel in Singapore, has launched a new event space.
The new Scotts Suite sits on the second floor of the hotel and is described as a "versatile oasis"…
Asian air route updates from Lufthansa, Hainan Airlines and more
IndiGo boosts domestic network
Where? Delhi to Chennai (both India)
When? Daily, effective immediately
Who? IndiGo
Why? India's largest domestic carrier, in terms of market share,…
Scoot goes long-haul with European launch
Scoot reached a new milestone this week when it launched its first genuine long-haul route and its inaugural service to Europe.
Singapore Airlines' low-cost carrier touched down in…
Spa opens at JW Marriott Singapore
JW Marriott Singapore South Beach has launched its new branded spa.
The Spa by JW is now open and features eight treatment rooms plus two "express treatment pods", which are designed…
Scoot sets date for Tigerair rebranding
Singapore-based low-cost carrier, Tigerair, will be merged with and rebranded as Scoot on 25 July 2017, it has been confirmed.
The two airlines, both of which are owned by Singapore…
Just How Hot Can It Get Around The World?
As summer approaches and we look forward to warmer weather, many of us we won’t see the mercury climb much higher than the high 20s! While that is plenty hot enough for most of us, there are…
SIA adds more flights to Paris
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will increase the number of flights it operates to Paris this winter.
The national carrier has confirmed that from 29 October 2017 to 24 March 2018, it will add…
Lufthansa adds Asian links from Munich
Lufthansa has unveiled plans to launch a series of long-haul services from Munich next summer, including new flights to key Asian cities.
For summer 2018, the German national carrier…
AccorHotels merges Singapore operations
AccorHotels has consolidated its operations in Singapore, bringing together three offices into its main headquarters.
The regional offices of AccorHotels, loyalty programme Accor…
Where to Stay: new hotels in Singapore, New Zealand, the US and more
Oakwood Premier OUE Singapore
Location: In the new OUE Downtown building on Shenton Way in downtown Singapore
Grade: Upper-upscale
Keys: 268 serviced apartments
Facilities: Outdoor…
New fast ferry launches between Singapore and Indonesia
A new fast ferry has launched on routes connecting Singapore with Indonesia.
The Majestic Dream, which is operated by Majestic Fast Ferry, set off on its maiden voyage from Singapore’s…
Changi unveils dramatic images of new Canopy Park
Singapore's Changi Airport has unveiled dramatic images of its new Canopy Park, which will form part of the “Jewel” integrated terminal complex.
The artist's renderings released on…
Jet adds first class on the Delhi-Singapore route
Jet Airways has introduced a first class cabin on its daily flights between Delhi and Singapore.
The premium cabin is now available after the Indian carrier introduced its largest…
Asian air route updates: including Singapore Airlines’ latest European connection…
SIA expands A350 network in Europe
Where? Singapore to Stockholm (Sweden)
When? Five times a week, effective immediately
Who? Singapore Airlines
Why? SIA continues to utilise its new…
United gives Singapore a direct LAX link
Singapore will be reconnected with Los Angeles later this year, when United Airlines launches one of the world's longest air routes.
There have been no non-stop flights between the two…
Shuttle service links Changi with Singapore ferry port
A new shuttle bus service is being launched connecting Singapore's Changi Airport with the city's Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal (TMFT).
The initiative is aimed at improving connectivity…
10 Years of Best Vegas Attractions
Now in its 10th year, this association with humble beginning as a coupon booklet marketing cooperative between its initial four founding members has grown to encompass more than 35 member…
Cox & Kings names top destinations for Indian vegetarians
Dubai, the UK and Singapore have been identified as the most “vegetarian-friendly” destinations for Indian travellers.
In a survey, Cox & Kings Survey found that these three…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Norwegian, Spring, Air China and more…
Spring adds low-cost link between key Asian cities
Where? Shanghai Pudong (China) to Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? Spring Airlines
Why?…
Shangri-La Singapore unveils revamped Tower Wing
After eight months of redevelopment, Shangri-La Hotel Singapore will unveil its new-look Tower Wing on 16 May 2017.
The project has included a refreshed lobby, rooms and suites, three…
Early start for Singapore cruise season as Royal Caribbean adds itineraries
Royal Caribbean will kick off its Southeast Asian season a month early this year, to fit in a series of additional sailings from Singapore.
The company's Mariner of the Seas cruise…
Jetstar to help drive tourism industry in Indonesia
Jetstar has signed a major new deal aimed at enhancing Indonesia's tourism industry.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the low-cost airline group and Indonesia's Ministry of…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Korean Air, Vietjet, Air Canada and more…
Korean Air connects Seoul with Spain
Where? Seoul (South Korea) to Barcelona (Spain)
When? Three times a week, effective immediately
Who? Korean Air
Why? Rising demand for flights…
ITB Asia sees strongest demand ahead of 10th anniversary show
ITB Asia has revealed that it is experiencing strong demand from exhibitors for floorspace at its 10th anniversary show, which takes place this October.
The trade show's organiser,…
SIA goes green on flights to the US
Singapore Airlines has started operating a series of "green" flights to the US, in a bid to reduce CO2 emissions.
The national carrier has joined forces with the Civil Aviation…
Changi to manage Saudi airport
A consortium led by Singapore's Changi Airports International (CAI) has been given the right to operate King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah.
Saudi Arabia’s General…
Singapore tourism comes together for record-breaking campaign
Singapore's main tourism operators have joined forces for a record-breaking new partnership.
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB), Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Changi Airport Group (CAG)…
SIA expands European network with Air France-KLM
Singapore Airlines has signed a deal that will significantly expand its route network in Europe.
The national carrier has penned a Memorandum of Understanding with Air France-KLM to…
SriLankan unveils first routes for new aircraft
SriLankan Airlines will start taking delivery of its brand new fleet of Airbus A321neo aircraft this summer, and the national carrier has revealed the routes on which it is planning to…
HNA makes bid for Singapore’s CWT
China's HNA Group has made a bid to acquire CWT Ltd, the Singapore-based logistics company.
CWT confirmed on its website that HNA Belt & Road Investments, a subsidiary of the Chinese…
Asian air route updates: new flights from SilkAir, SpiceJet and more…
Korean LCC connects to Vietnamese coast
Where? Deagu (South Korea) to Danang (Vietnam)
When? Five times a week, effective immediately
Who? T’way Airlines
Why? Low-cost carrier taps the…
SIA spreads wings in Africa
Singapore Airlines will add multiple new African destinations to its route map this summer, following the expansion of its codeshare partnership with Ethiopian Airlines.
Effective 1…
Q&A With CheapAir.com CEO: Summer Travel, Industry Trends & Best Fare Deals
CEO Jeff Klee started CheapAir.com in 1989 from his college dorm room after getting a crash course in the airline industry from planning his own backpacking trip through Europe on a…
SIA moves in-flight newspapers online
Singapore Airlines passengers will now be able to access free digital newspapers and magazines via their mobile devices.
Using SITA's DigitalMedia solution within the SIA app, the new…
Asian LCCs continue to embrace GDS sales
More Asian low-cost carriers are committing to the travel trade.
Scoot, the Singaporean LCC, has become the latest airline to renew its distribution agreement with Amadeus, ensuring…
Cruise body CLIA offers agent training in India
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the global cruise body, has launched its travel agent training programme in India.
A travel industry event was held at the Four Seasons…
SIA coordinates Indian operations
Singapore Airlines has improved connectivity between India and Singapore, by forming a codeshare partnership between three of its carriers - SIA, SilkAir and Vistara.
Under the new…
Singapore hotel rates tumble 8%
Singapore's average hotel rate declined sharply in February 2017, as a wave of more affordable rooms entered the market.
According to the latest preliminary monthly data from STR, the…
Asian air route updates: Thai Lion Air, SpiceJet, Tigerair and more
Thai Lion Air expands domestic network
Where? Bangkok Don Mueang to Khon Kaen (both Thailand)
When? Twice a day, effective 17 March 2017
Who? Thai Lion Air
Why? Low-cost carrier…
New deal streamlines India-Fiji travel
Travel between India and Fiji will soon become easier, following the signing of a new codeshare agreement between Jet Airways and Fiji Airways.
The new partnership enables passengers…
Singapore fly-cruise sector takes off with Royal Caribbean
Royal Caribbean has entered into a new agreement aimed at boosting Singapore's fly-cruise sector.
The cruise company has signed its second multi-million dollar marketing partnership…
Where to Stay: new hotels from Banyan Tree, Movenpick, Hard Rock and more…
Banyan Tree Jiuzhaigou
Location: In a UNESCO-listed mountainous area, 2,500 metres above sea level in southwest China’s Sichuan province
Grade: Luxury
Keys: 209
Facilities:…
Uzbekistan Airways to fly Dreamliner to Southeast Asia
Two cities in Southeast Asia will soon welcome Uzbekistan Airways' new Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft.
The state-of-the-art long-haul jet will be deployed on the airline's…
Emirates opens celebrity chef restaurant at Changi Airport
The Emirates Group has partnered with celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck to open a new restaurant at Singapore's Changi Airport.
Located at Terminal 3, The Kitchen by Wolfgang Puck will be…
Singapore targets Japanese tourists with JTB deal
Singapore is targeting a rise in visitor arrivals from Japan, following the signing of a major new agreement with JTB Corp, Japan's largest travel agency.
The Singapore Tourism Board…
SIA expands in Ahmedabad
Singapore Airlines will expand its Indian operations next month with the launch of an additional flight to Ahmedabad.
Effective 26 March 2017, the national carrier will launch a…
Where to Stay: New hotels in Singapore, the Maldives, Greek Islands and more…
Hotel G Singapore (pictured above)
Location: Close to Singapore's main shopping street, Orchard Road, and few minutes away from Bugis and Dhoby Ghaut MRT stations
Grade: Upper-upscale…
Singapore tourism rebounds in record-breaking year
Singapore's tourism industry rebounded strongly in 2016, with international visitor arrivals and tourism revenues reaching record levels.
Following a weak 2015, Singapore shrugged off a…
Singapore hotels hit by weak demand
RevPAR at hotels in Singapore declined in January 2017, as weak demand failed to keep pace with rising room supply.
According to STR's preliminary monthly data for the Lion City, this…
THE GAPING VOID: Find Meaning
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SIA secures long-haul future with huge aircraft deal
Singapore Airlines has secured its future capacity needs with the placement of a massive aircraft order with Boeing.
The national carrier has signed a letter of intent with the US…
Profits under pressure at Singaporean airlines
Singapore's airlines experienced mixed results in the quarter ending 31 December 2016, as lower passenger demand was offset by reduced fuel costs.
National carrier Singapore Airlines…
StubHub Travel Data: Super Bowl 2017
StubHub, the world’s largest ticket marketplace and a key resource for Super Bowl tickets, is seeing that over 60% of ticket sales are for fans traveling from outside of the state of Texas,…
Singapore air traffic soars to record levels
Singapore's Changi Airport experienced a strong year in 2016, handling record numbers of passengers and flights.
According to official data released this week, a total of 58.7 million…
IndiGo boosts Singapore, domestic flights
IndiGo, the Indian low-cost carrier, has unveiled plans to add a series of new domestic services this month.
On 16 February 2017, the airline will double the frequency of its…
Ethiopian Airlines plans Asian treble
Ethiopian Airlines will add three more Asian destinations to its route map in the first half of 2017.
The national carrier will start flying to Singapore, Jakarta and Chengdu as part…
Top Rated Star Gazing Trips
There are not many things as inspiring and magnificent as looking at a starry sky on a clear night. With warmer and romantic days coming up, it might be a great idea to surprise your partner…
Chinese real estate company invests in Banyan Tree
Banyan Tree has formed a new joint venture with Vanke, the Chinese real estate company.
Under the partnership the two companies have created Banyan Tree China (BTC) to take control of…
Asian air route updates: Gulf Air, Vietjet and more
Gulf Air starts flying to Sri Lanka
Where? Manama (Bahrain) to Colombo (Sri Lanka)
When? Five times a week, effective immediately
Who? Gulf Air
Why? Taking advantage of double-digit…
Singapore enhances ecotourism with two new wildlife parks
Singapore will supplement its already extensive portfolio of nature-based attractions in the coming years, following the launch of a major new project that will include the creation of two…
Raffles Singapore marks 130th anniversary with new tours
The Raffles Singapore celebrates its 130th anniversary this year, and the hotel is inviting guests to learn more about its history with a series of walking tours.
Scheduled for the…
Hotel G to make debut in Singapore
GCP Hospitality will expand its Hotel G concept in Asia this month, with the opening of its first property in Singapore.
Scheduled to launch on 17 November 2016, the new Hotel G…
Singapore tourism partners seal biggest ever partnership
Singapore's three main travel and tourism groups have teamed up once again for their highest value partnership to date.
The new two-year deal between Singapore Airlines (SIA), Changi…
Singapore prepares major tourism drive for Golden Jubilee
Singapore is hoping to give its tourism sector a lift this summer, with the launch of a major campaign to attract visitors for the country's Golden Jubilee.
The Singapore Tourism…
ASEAN countries team up to drive cruise tourism
Four Southeast Asian countries have teamed up to promote the region's cruise industry.
Under a unified ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) banner, representatives from…
China drives Singapore tourism growth in 2013
Singapore recorded a steady increase in visitor arrivals in 2013, driven by a strong rise in the number of tourists from China.
Citing preliminary full-year arrivals data, the…
