Associations

Air

ATIA head welcomes Federal Government’s acquisition of Rex Airlines debt

Marga Manlapig Jan 23, 2025

Dean Long, chief executive of the Australian Travel Industry Association, made a statement regarding the Australian Federal Government’s recent acquisition of AU$50 million of Rex Airlines’…

Associations

774,000 hospitality workers dragged into new NICS threshold

Kanchan Nath Jan 22, 2025

New analysis from UKHospitality reveals that a fifth of hospitality’s workforce will be dragged into the new employer NICs threshold for the first time. 

Associations

ATOAI and MOT celebrate milestone with 2nd Responsible Adventure Tourism Guide Course in Darjeeling, West Bengal

Kanchan Nath Jan 22, 2025

The Ministry of Tourism has spearheaded this training initiative in collaboration with ATOAI, rolling it out across all five regions of the country.

Reports

24th Meeting of ASEAN, China, Japan, and Republic of Korea Tourism Ministers held in Malaysia

Marga Manlapig Jan 22, 2025

The 24th Meeting of ASEAN, China, Japan and Republic of Korea Tourism Ministers (24th M-ATM Plus Three) was successfully held on Sunday, 19th January, in Johor, Malaysia. 

Air

IATA to hold first IATA World Data Symposium in February

Marga Manlapig Jan 21, 2025

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will hold the first-ever IATA World Data Symposium (WDS) in Dublin, Ireland on 26th and 27th February.

Reports

IATA wary of proposed increase to UK Electronic Travel Authorisations

Marga Manlapig Jan 20, 2025

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has aired its opposition to the recent UK Home Office proposal to increase the costs of UK Electronic Travel Authorizations (ETAs) by 60…

Hotels

Scottish budget leaves thousands of venues worse off

Kanchan Nath Jan 20, 2025

Hospitality venues across Scotland remain ineligible for new business rates relief, leaving them with bills tens of thousands higher than businesses in England.

Hotels

FHRAI expects reforms from Budget 2025-26 to boost hospitality and tourism sector

Kanchan Nath Jan 20, 2025

The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), the third largest hospitality association in the world,  has outlined its expectations from the upcoming Union Budget…

Reports

Experts at Thailand Tourism Forum 2025 define the country’s new earmarks for luxury

Marga Manlapig Jan 17, 2025

Experts at this year’s Thailand Tourism Forum (TTF) opined that Thailand can unlock the full potential of its luxury tourism sector by delving into high-equity branded residences,…

Air

Tourism Malaysia joins Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show

Marga Manlapig Jan 16, 2025

Tourism Malaysia is putting the country’s best foot forward at Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show 2025, the UK’s largest and longest-running travel event.

Air

Aotearoa New Zealand brings unique culture to AIME 2025

Marga Manlapig Jan 15, 2025

Aotearoa New Zealand will showcase the different cultural elements that make it unique at this year’s Asia-Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) in Melbourne. 

Air

ikhlas.com teams up with LPHU Muhammadiyah and Impian International to serve 50,000 umrah pilgrims

Marga Manlapig Jan 14, 2025

Ikhlas Com Travel & Umrah Sdn Bhd (ikhlas.com) formally signed a partnership agreement with the Hajj and Umrah Development Institute (LPHU) of Muhammadiyah and Impian International Sdn…

Associations

FHRAI raises concerns over Zomato and Swiggy’s private label food delivery

Kanchan Nath Jan 14, 2025

The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), the third largest hospitality association in the world,  has expressed serious concerns over Zomato and Swiggy’s…

Associations

FHRAI hails Andhra Pradesh’s Tourism Policy 2024-29

Kanchan Nath Jan 10, 2025

The policy grants Industry Status to the tourism and hospitality sector and introduces key incentives like stamp duty reimbursements, capital subsidies, and operational benefits.

Hotels

UKHospitality Scotland responds to Edinburgh visitor levy report

Kanchan Nath Jan 10, 2025

The trade body reiterated that levy costs must be kept to a minimum and that the inclusion of a cost recovery mechanism for businesses was essential.

Reports

IATA reports 8.1 percent increase in global passenger demand for November 2024

Marga Manlapig Jan 10, 2025

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its global passenger demand figures for November 2024, marking an all-time high of 83.4 percent in terms of load factor.

Reports

SITA renews and boosts support for Airport Council International World’s leadership training programme

Marga Manlapig Jan 10, 2025

Aviation tech provider SITA has renewed and even strengthened its long-term support for the Airports Council International (ACI) World’s training and leadership programme for airport…

Reports

IATA November air cargo demand report shows 16th straight month of growth

Marga Manlapig Jan 10, 2025

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its air cargo demand report for November 2024, showing sustained growth throughout a 16-month period.

Global

Singapore still on top in updated Henley Passport Index

Marga Manlapig Jan 9, 2025

The latest update to the Henley Passport Index shows that Singapore reclaimed its crown as the most powerful passport in the world with visa-free access to 195 out of 227 destinations…

Air

Malaysia formally launches the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign

Marga Manlapig Jan 7, 2025

Malaysia launched its highly-anticipated Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign on Monday, 6th January, in a spectacular event held at Hangar 6 of the MAB Engineering Complex. 

Cruise

Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 joins coastal clean-up in Dominica

Marga Manlapig Jan 7, 2025

The crew of Cunard’s flagship vessel Queen Mary 2 ushered in the holidays last month by joining a coastal clean-up at Salisbury Beach on the west coast of Dominica.

Reports

Influx of travellers to Baguio in the Northern Philippines continues well into January 2025

Marga Manlapig Jan 7, 2025

Officials in the northern Philippine city of Baguio report that both tourism and hospitality remain robust at the start of 2025.

Reports

Association of Asia Pacific Airlines releases November 2024 traffic report

Marga Manlapig Jan 7, 2025

The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) released its preliminary November 2024 traffic figures for both passenger and cargo flights.

Reports

ABTA launches ‘Destinations to Watch’ report for 2025

Kanchan Nath Jan 6, 2025

ABTA has launched its annual ‘Destinations to Watch’ report. The report features 10 destinations that ABTA believes will inspire UK travellers looking for their next holiday and aims to…

Technology

Pakistan Travel Mart 2025 opens 31st January

Marga Manlapig Jan 3, 2025

Pakistan Travel Mart 2025 is slated to open on 31st January and will run till 2nd February at the Expo Centre in Karachi.

Reports

3.5 million tourists make their way to Cambodia for New Year’s Eve

Marga Manlapig Jan 3, 2025

Cambodia’s Ministry of Tourism (MOT) reported that 3.54 million tourists made their way to the country for the last days of 2024.

Reports

Philippines’ participation at 2024 global travel events proves fruitful

Marga Manlapig Jan 2, 2025

The Philippines' Department of Tourism reports that it secured a total of around US$49 million in sales leads from its participation in global tourism events throughout 2024.

Features

IATA releases statement on Azerbaijan Airlines crash

Marga Manlapig Jan 2, 2025

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called for a thorough, impartial, and transparent investigation into the tragic crash of Azerbaijan Airlines flight 8243.

Reports

150,000 tourists make their way to southern Thailand for the holidays

Marga Manlapig Jan 2, 2025

Over 150,000 tourists from neighbouring countries spent the holidays in Southern Thailand during the last weeks of 2024, contributing over 1 billion Baht to the local economy.

Reports

Malaysia expects significant increase in foreign arrivals for 2025

Marga Manlapig Jan 2, 2025

Officials from Malaysia’s Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture (MOTAC) expect a significant number of foreign arrivals for this year.

Reports

Cebu Pacific holds airport familiarisation tour for those on the spectrum

Marga Manlapig Dec 30, 2024

Philippine low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific celebrated World Children’s Day by conducting an airport familiarisation tour at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA)’s Terminal 3.

Tourism

UN Tourism strengthens collaboration with Austria to further Sustainable Tourism

Kanchan Nath Dec 29, 2024

UN Tourism and Austria have discussed opportunities for further collaboration and for strengthening partnerships in the areas of sustainability, statistics and development.

UK

Millions head abroad for The Great Christmas and New Year Getaway: ABTA

Kanchan Nath Dec 26, 2024

Millions of people will be heading abroad over the Christmas and New Year period, 20 December to 2 January reveals ABTA – The Travel Association.

Tourist Guides

ATOAI, MOT and IITTM complete RATG course in Chennai

Kanchan Nath Dec 26, 2024

This significant initiative aimed at promoting safer, sustainable, responsible and gender-responsive adventure tourism practises in India

Tourism Boards

ASEAN Tourism Forum heads to Malaysia in 2025

Marga Manlapig Dec 26, 2024

The ASEAN Tourism Forum 2025 is slated for 15th to 20th January 2025 in Johor, Malaysia with the theme Unity in Motion: Shaping ASEAN’s Tourism Tomorrow.

Reports

Cambodia reports 6 million tourist arrivals

Marga Manlapig Dec 26, 2024

Cambodia’s Ministry of Tourism reports that six million foreign visitors came to the country between January and November 2024.

Global

Indonesia Ministry of Tourism targets 16 million tourist arrivals in 2025

Marga Manlapig Dec 23, 2024

The Indonesian Ministry of Tourism (Kemenpar) announced its target of attracting up to 16 million foreign tourists into the country for the coming year.

Associations

IAAPI delegation meets Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in Delhi

Kanchan Nath Dec 23, 2024

The Indian Association of Amusement Parks and Industries (IAAPI) held a landmark meeting with Minister for Tourism and Culture, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, on 17 December, 2024, in Delhi.

Reports

Rhenus joins Air France KLM Martinair Cargo SAF Programme

Marga Manlapig Dec 13, 2024

Rhenus has joined the Air France KLM Martinair Cargo SAF Programme, investing in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to help cut emissions in aviation. 

Reports

Pacific Asia Travel Association releases 2025 PATA Patterns Report

Marga Manlapig Dec 13, 2024

The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) UK & Ireland just released its 2025 PATA Patterns report, revealing key travel trends set to shape tourism across the Pacific Asia region. 

Reports

Australian travellers set their sights on Indonesia, Japan, and Vietnam

Marga Manlapig Dec 13, 2024

The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA)’s December Travel Trends report shows that Australians continue to travel in record numbers.

Reports

IATA: Airline profitability to grow in 2025 despite supply chain issues

Marga Manlapig Dec 12, 2024

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced its financial outlook for the global airline industry in 2025, which shows a slight strengthening of profitability amid ongoing…

Reports

IATA report shows slow growth in terms of Sustainable Aviation Fuel production

Marga Manlapig Dec 11, 2024

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released new estimates for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production showing that, within this year, SAF production volumes reached one…

Reports

ATIA and Australian Travel Education part ways after 17 years

Marga Manlapig Dec 10, 2024

The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) and the Australian Travel Education Pty Ltd (ATE), owned by Rick Myatt, announced that they are pursuing individual paths, after 17 years of…

Reports

IATA: Governments blocked US$1.7 billion in airline funds

Marga Manlapig Dec 10, 2024

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reports several governments have blocked up to $1.7 billion in airline funds from repatriation as of the end of October 2024. 

Reports

Dusit Thani College hosts Travel and Tourism Research Association’s 2024 seminar

Marga Manlapig Dec 9, 2024

The Travel and Tourism Research Association (TTRA) held its annual seminar at the Srinakarin Hall of Thailand’s Dusit Thani College from 30th November to 3rd December.

Tourism

1.1 billion tourists travelled internationally in the first nine months of 2024: UN Tourism

Kanchan Nath Dec 6, 2024

Around 1.1 billion tourists travelled internationally in the first nine months of 2024, as the global tourism sector recovered 98% of pre-pandemic levels. According to the latest World…

Associations

Business rates relief positive, but major employers left unsupported

Kanchan Nath Dec 6, 2024

UKHospitality Scotland has said the relief will provide much-needed support for eligible hospitality businesses, but highlighted that thousands will miss out.

Associations

16th Annual Convention of ATOAI focuses on sustainability and partnership

Kanchan Nath Dec 6, 2024

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu attended the opening ceremony of the 16th Annual Convention of the Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI) in Tawang, focusing on…

Reports

IATA reports continued growth in passenger demand throughout October

Marga Manlapig Dec 5, 2024

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for October 2024 global passenger demand, showing how load factor for the month was at 83.9 percent.

Tourism

Three Philippine destinations among new ASEAN heritage parks

Marga Manlapig Dec 5, 2024

Three prominent Philippine nature destinations are among the five new heritage parks announced by the ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity (ACB) late last month.

Associations

ISHC elects 2025 Board of Directors

Kanchan Nath Dec 5, 2024

The International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC) has elected new leadership to serve on the Board of Directors and has inducted thirty-seven new members in its 2025 membership…

Reports

IATA reports global air cargo demand rose in October

Marga Manlapig Dec 4, 2024

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for October 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand.

Reports

ATIA upholds commitment to safeguard members’ data

Marga Manlapig Dec 3, 2024

The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) reaffirms its commitment to safeguarding the sensitive financial data of its members in light of ongoing preparations for the FY24…

Tourism

Discover Aboriginal Experiences expands portfolio with seven new members

Marga Manlapig Dec 3, 2024

Australia's Discover Aboriginal Experiences (DAE) continues to grow its portfolio with the addition of seven new member companies.

Associations

8,073 keys across 119 properties opened by YTD October CY2024: HVS ANAROCK

Kanchan Nath Dec 2, 2024

HVS ANAROCK shared the HVS ANAROCK Hotels & Hospitality Overview - November 2024.

Reports

C9 Hotelworks holds immersive event featuring wellness trends for the hospitality sector

Marga Manlapig Nov 29, 2024

Phuket-based tourism, hospitality, and real estate consultancy C9 Hotelworks held a talk regarding Phuket’s New Wellness Trends for Hotels, Tourism & Real Estate.

Cruise

Hong Kong International Boat Show off to a great start

Marga Manlapig Nov 29, 2024

The Hong Kong International Boat Show 2024 officially kicked off on Thursday, 28 November, and is ongoing till Sunday, 1st December.

Associations

Budget costs overshadow employment rights bill impact

Kanchan Nath Nov 28, 2024

UKHospitality said the cost of changes to employer National Insurance Contributions will have a far more immediate impact on employment than changes to employment rights.

Hotels

FHRAI advocates for equitable GST Policy

Kanchan Nath Nov 27, 2024

Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), the third largest hospitality association in the world, has raised serious concerns over industry’s long pending request…

Awards

Star Alliance remains world’s leading airline alliance

Marga Manlapig Nov 26, 2024

Star Alliance took the title of World's Leading Airline Alliance for the fifth year in a row at this year's World Travel Awards.

Airlines and Aviation

EU needs to prioritise competitiveness and sustainability: WOCE

Kanchan Nath Nov 25, 2024

The International Air Transport Association’s Wings of Change Europe (WOCE) event concluded with a call for industry and governments to work together with practical actions to make Europe…

Hotels

Music license not required for marriage procession: HRAWI

Kanchan Nath Nov 25, 2024

The Hotel and Restaurant Association (Western India) – HRAWI has clarified the legal stance regarding obtaining music licence for a marriage and other social festivities associated with a…

Associations

Scottish hospitality set to pay up to 70% more in business rates than England

Kanchan Nath Nov 22, 2024

UKHospitality Scotland is calling for the Scottish Government to introduce at least 40% business rates relief for hospitality businesses.

Global

Namia River Retreat joins Small Luxury Hotels of the World’s Considerate Collection

Marga Manlapig Nov 21, 2024

Namia River Retreat in Vietnam has become the latest addition to Small Luxury Hotels of the World's eco-conscious Considerate Collection.

Associations

HSMAI MEA partners with Sommet Education

Kanchan Nath Nov 21, 2024

The Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Middle East & Africa (MEA) and Sommet Education, representing prestigious institutions specialized in Hospitality…

Global

World Travel & Tourism Council launches new edition of its Net Zero Roadmap for the industry

Marga Manlapig Nov 21, 2024

The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) launched the second edition of its groundbreaking Net Zero Roadmap for Travel & Tourism on Wednesday, 20th November, at COP29 in Baku,…

Reports

IATA strengthens collaboration with the Airport Services Association

Marga Manlapig Nov 21, 2024

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is bolstering its collaborative partnership with the Airport Services Association (ASA).

Air

AirAsia endows grant to Philippines’ Bike Scouts

Marga Manlapig Nov 20, 2024

AirAsia announced its first grant to Philippine emergency response cycling network Bike Scouts on Friday, 15th November.

Reports

Iloilo City hosts 44th CityNet Executive Committee meeting

Marga Manlapig Nov 20, 2024

Iloilo City played host to over 100 delegates of the 44th Executive Committee meeting of CityNet during the event which kicked off on 18 November and concludes today, 20th November.

Associations

CT Partners chief executive appointed to Advantage Global Business Travel advisory board

Marga Manlapig Nov 20, 2024

CT Partners announced the appointment of its chief executive Matt Masson to the advisory board of Advantage Global Business Travel (GBT).

Sustainability Reports

Hong Kong’s maritime sector sets sail to a greener future

Marga Manlapig Nov 20, 2024

Global business leaders, policymakers and innovators are currently in Asia's world city for Hong Kong Maritime Week 2024 which began Sunday, 17th November, and runs until Saturday, 23rd…

Associations

ATOAI hosts curtain raiser for its 16th Annual Convention

Kanchan Nath Nov 19, 2024

The Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI) hosted an inspiring Curtain Raiser for its 16th Annual Convention at The Park Hotel, New Delhi, setting the stage for an…

Hotels

HRAWI organises FSSAI’s FoSTaC Programme In Navi Mumbai

Kanchan Nath Nov 19, 2024

The Hotel and Restaurant Association (Western India) – HRAWI recently held FSSAI’s Food Safety Supervisor Training in Advance Catering (FoSTaC) and Management Training Programme on November…

Air

Asia Pacific airline growth surges despite challenges

Marga Manlapig Nov 18, 2024

Leaders of the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA), gathered for its 68th Assembly of Presidents in Brunei Darussalam on 12th and 13th November to discuss the future of aviation in…

Tourism

Saudi Arabia concludes tenure as Chair at the 122nd UN Tourism Executive Council in Colombia

Kanchan Nath Nov 18, 2024

At the 122nd Executive Council session held from 13-15 November in Cartagena, Colombia, Saudi Arabia has concluded its two-year chairmanship term by calling on the industry to continue to…

Associations

FHRAI successfully concludes HR Summit on Education and Career in Hospitality

Kanchan Nath Nov 18, 2024

The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), the third largest hospitality association in the world,  in collaboration with the National Council for Hotel…

Features

Hackathon – Kids Tackle Environmental Sustainability at ITOP Forum Phuket 2024

Philipp Meier Nov 16, 2024

"How many people in Thailand are killed by sharks every year?" asked Tyler Leigh Legge, a 14-year-old student of Phuket's Kajonkietsuksa School, stunning the audience at the ITOP Forum…

Tourism

WildChina introduces new travel curriculum

Marga Manlapig Nov 15, 2024

WildChina recently launched its new Travel Curriculum, a roadmap for travellers to explore China's vastness and cultural depth. 

Thailand

Thailand’s Bo Suak Village earns spot in UN Tourism’s Best Tourism Villages 2024 list

Kanchan Nath Nov 15, 2024

Bo Suak, Thailand, joins an exclusive league of 55 rural communities around the world pioneering sustainable tourism development.

Reports

ITB China partners with Tourism Economics and the Trip.com Group for its 2025 Travel Trends Report

Marga Manlapig Nov 14, 2024

ITB China is slated to release its annual Travel Trends Report Unlocking the future of Chinese travel: Groundbreaking insights into China’s outbound and inbound travel markets for 2025/2026…

Reports

Philippines teams up with European Union to boost seafarers’ competencies and welfare

Marga Manlapig Nov 14, 2024

Philippines and the European Union launched a Technical Assistance Project (TAP) to improve Filipino seafarers' training, education, and working conditions in the country

Reports

Crew Connect Global X Seatrade Cruise Asia opens conversation on crewing and human resource investment

Marga Manlapig Nov 13, 2024

The opening discussions of Crew Connect Global, the event currently being held in tandem with Seatrade Cruise Asia in Manila, seek to delve into the different aspects of maritime crewing, as…

Hotels

UKHospitality: ‘Budget will cause small business closures, job losses and cancelled investment’

Kanchan Nath Nov 12, 2024

The hospitality leaders that sit on the UKHospitality board are warning of the unprecedented damage the rise to employment costs will inflict on the sector.

MICE

AIME 2025 gears up to become the Asia Pacific’s leading business event

Marga Manlapig Nov 11, 2024

The Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) is set to cement its status as the number one business event in the Asia Pacific region with a blockbuster 2025 event.

MICE

Global exhibition organisers express confidence in Thailand as MICE destination

Marga Manlapig Nov 11, 2024

Several of the world’s leading exhibition organisations expressed their confidence in Thailand as a global MICE destination at The Exhibition Industry Summit 2024.

Tourism

Thailand presents “Ignite Thailand” thematic at World Travel Market

Marga Manlapig Nov 11, 2024

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) cast the spotlight on its Ignite Thailand: Soft Power and Sustainability thematic at the recently concluded World Travel Market (WTM) in London.

Reports

Europe’s Travel Sector shows strong performance in Q3 

Kanchan Nath Nov 11, 2024

The European tourism sector demonstrates a robust performance, surpassing pre-pandemic figures and showcasing resilience despite economic headwinds and geopolitical challenges.

Hospitality

Seatrade Cruise Asia 2024 opens in Manila

Marga Manlapig Nov 11, 2024

Seatrade Cruise Asia 2024 officially opens in the Philippines tonight at a welcome reception at The Cove at the Okada Manila, kicking off a major industry event that will run till Wednesday,…

Air

Zhejiang Province welcomes Greater Bay Airlines’ inaugural flight to Zhoushan

Marga Manlapig Nov 11, 2024

Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) began its new route to  Zhoushan in Zhejiang Province on Thursday, 7th November. 

Hospitality

Hoiana Resort & Golf opens its new pickleball court

Marga Manlapig Nov 8, 2024

Hoiana Resort & Golf officially opened its new Hoiana Pickleball Court which features eight premium indoor and outdoor courts. 

Reports

Chinese market supports the booming retail tourism sector

Marga Manlapig Nov 6, 2024

This year’s China Retail Tourism Development Report shows that the retail tourism sector in the country is looking into various opportunities.

Global

HRAWI denounces controversial AI-driven CCTV requirement

Kanchan Nath Nov 6, 2024

The Hotel And Restaurant Association (Western India) – HRAWI has raised objections to the Maharashtra Government’s recent directive mandating AI-based CCTV systems at licensed hospitality…

Air

Super Terminal Expo 2024 opens in Hong Kong

Marga Manlapig Nov 6, 2024

The inaugural Super Terminal Expo 2024 opened on Tuesday, 5th November at AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong, welcoming over 500 international and local aviation professionals.

Awards

Thailand brings “Ignite Thailand’s Tourism” vision to ITB Asia 2024

Marga Manlapig Nov 5, 2024

The Tourism Authority of Thailand brought its home country’s sustainable and responsible tourism initiatives to the forefront at ITB Asia 2024 in Singapore.

Tourism

Chris Flynn voted vice-chair of World Rural Tourism Conference

Marga Manlapig Nov 5, 2024

World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage executive chair Chris Flynn was recently elected vice-chair of the World Rural Tourism Conference (WRTC) for the Asia Pacific Region. 

Australia

CT Partners successfully concludes 20th annual conference

Marga Manlapig Nov 4, 2024

CT Partners, Australia’s third-largest travel buying group, wrapped up its landmark 20th annual conference in Hội An, Vietnam.

Associations

ABTA LifeLine launches Winter Warmth support

Kanchan Nath Nov 4, 2024

The initiative will provide fuel and food vouchers, warm clothing and energy efficient appliances. Support is open to individuals and their families who currently work for, or have worked…

Tourism

UN Tourism focuses on ‘Luxury Travel’ at the Executive Training Programme for APAC

Kanchan Nath Nov 4, 2024

UN Tourism welcomed high-level officials from the National Tourism Administrations of 20 Asia-Pacific countries to redefine luxury tourism and explore common paths to growing the sector.

Reports

IATA reports air cargo grew by 9.4 percent in September

Marga Manlapig Nov 1, 2024

The International Air Transport Association (IATA)’s global air cargo markets report for September 2024 showed continuing strong annual growth in demand.

Tourism

Govt must keep a close eye on the overall cost of travel: ABTA

Kanchan Nath Nov 1, 2024

The Office for Budgetary Responsibility notes that APD is amongst the fastest growing of all taxes in the UK. The government must keep a close eye on the overall cost of travel to ensure…

Reports

IATA reports passenger demand hit all-time-high in September

Marga Manlapig Nov 1, 2024

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global passenger demand for the period ending 30th September 2024.

Airports

In Photos: IATA World Financial Symposium and World Passenger Symposium 2024

Marga Manlapig Nov 1, 2024

The joint IATA World Financial Symposium and World Passenger Symposium 2024 were set against the dynamic backdrop of Bangkok, Thailand, a global capital that is working to become one of the…

Air

Javier Orejas discusses IATA Pay

Marga Manlapig Oct 31, 2024

Travel Daily Media caught up with IATA's head of global banking Javier Orejas who gave us a closer look at IATA Pay and how it works.

Reports

ATIA welcomes Australian federal government’s COVID-19 response report

Marga Manlapig Oct 31, 2024

ATIA recently welcomed the release of the Australian Federal Government’s COVID-19 Response Inquiry Report.

Air

IATA announces that a fully digital travel experience is now closer to reality

Marga Manlapig Oct 31, 2024

IATA and its partners have successfully demonstrated that the industry is ready to deliver a fully digital air travel experience.

Reports

IATA Global Passenger Survey shows passengers want more convenience via improved processes

Marga Manlapig Oct 30, 2024

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released the results of its 2024 Global Passenger Survey during its joint World Financial Symposium and World Passenger Symposium in…

Air

How IATA Easy Pay helps agents with their work

Marga Manlapig Oct 30, 2024

IATA Easy Pay is a fast and secure service that today’s travel agents need to make their work easier and their transactions safer.

Breaking News

IATA to offer digital currencies in financial settlement systems

Marga Manlapig Oct 30, 2024

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that it will offer digital currencies in the financial settlement systems it operates for the aviation industry.

Hospitality

Profitroom on the lookout for 1000 Hotel Stories

Marga Manlapig Oct 30, 2024

Profitroom announced that it is looking for 1000 Hotel Stories from those in the hospitality sector to feature in its inspirational film The Keepers of a Thousand Stories.

Hospitality

Singapore Hotel Association successful with first Hospitality Exchange

Marga Manlapig Oct 30, 2024

The inaugural Hospitality Exchange held on 3 October 2024 at Hilton Singapore Orchard was a resounding success.

Air

IATA World Finance Symposium and IATA World Passenger Symposium start today in Bangkok

Marga Manlapig Oct 30, 2024

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) formally kicks off two major events today, 30th October, at the Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld in Bangkok,…

Tourism

Australia’s InTravel Group celebrates tenth anniversary

Marga Manlapig Oct 29, 2024

Indigenous-owned corporate travel management company InTravel Group celebrates its tenth year of delivering high-quality travel solutions with a strong focus on positive social impact.

Hotels

Suman Billa, inaugurates FHRAI Centre of Excellence

Kanchan Nath Oct 29, 2024

The Federation of Hotel and Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), the third largest hospitality association in the world, inaugurated its Centre of Excellence at the FHRAI office,…

Associations

EU paves the way for investments in Timor-Leste’s water, waste, and forestry sectors

Kanchan Nath Oct 28, 2024

The European Union Delegation to Timor-Leste and the European Investment Bank (EIB Global) have worked closely with the Government of Timor-Leste to prepare investment projects aimed at…

Reports

Travel enthusiasm soars among Europeans for Autumn and Winter 2024/2025

Kanchan Nath Oct 28, 2024

New research from the European Travel Commission (ETC) has revealed a surge in European travel sentiment for the upcoming autumn and winter seasons, with 73% of Europeans planning trips…

Hospitality

Half of ‘pubs and hospitality businesses’ would cut jobs and cancel investment, if business rates relief ends

Kanchan Nath Oct 28, 2024

A snap survey of pubs, brewers and hospitality businesses shows that both jobs and investment plans would be at risk if bills quadrupled when relief ends in April.

Global

EU experts: the future of tourism is written in artificial intelligence

Marga Manlapig Oct 25, 2024

Speakers at this year’s Tourism Innovation Summit (TIS) recently discussed the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in the tourism sector and European regulations related to its use. 

Reports

WYSE Travel Confederation announces results of New Horizons travel study

Marga Manlapig Oct 25, 2024

The World Youth Student and Educational (WYSE) Travel Confederation announced the publication of results from its fifth global study of youth and student travel, New Horizons 5: A global…

Reports

Australian Travel Industry Association reveals new initiatives at Beyond Borders Summit

Marga Manlapig Oct 25, 2024

The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) announced a series of landmark initiatives aimed at reshaping Australia’s travel sector at the first-ever Beyond Borders Summit in Sydney.

Hospitality

Volunteers from Sands China assemble hygiene kits for Clean the World

Marga Manlapig Oct 25, 2024

350 Sands China team members and local community group volunteers joined forces to assemble more than 30,000 hygiene kits.

Hospitality

Indigenous Philippine cuisine takes centre stage at the Hotel and Restaurant Tourism Weekend

Marga Manlapig Oct 24, 2024

Indigenous cuisines and local specialities take centre stage at the Hotel and Restaurant Tourism Weekend in Baguio City in the northern Philippines from today, 24th October, to Saturday,…

Tourism

Tourism Malaysia shows off the country’s best at Tourism EXPO Japan

Marga Manlapig Oct 24, 2024

Malaysia’s Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, through its agency Tourism Malaysia, brought the best that the country could offer to this year’s Tourism Expo Japan.

Passports

Taiwan showcases indigenous heritage and exclusive promotions at ITB Asia 2024

Marga Manlapig Oct 23, 2024

Taiwan’s diverse landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant traditions took centre stage at ITB Asia 2024, currently ongoing in Singapore. 

Air

Star Alliance reinforces key management appointments

Marga Manlapig Oct 22, 2024

Star Alliance recently firmed up its key management appointments aimed at further enhancing its strategic focus on a seamless experience for member airline customers.

Air

Registration opened for ninth South Pacific Tourism Exchange

Marga Manlapig Oct 22, 2024

Registrations are now open for the 9th South Pacific Tourism Exchange (SPTE) scheduled for 9 and 10 May 2025.

Associations

Free workshops for members on biodiversity and travel from ABTA

Kanchan Nath Oct 21, 2024

Biodiversity, which encapsulates all living things including plants, animals, organisms and the different habitats they live in, is intrinsically linked to travel and tourism. 

Hospitality

Oriental Residence Bangkok joins the Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Marga Manlapig Oct 21, 2024

ONYX Hospitality Group began an exciting new chapter in its history with the recent signing of a partnership agreement with Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH).  

Associations

Women in Travel CIC launches IWTTF Gulf

Kanchan Nath Oct 18, 2024

Women in Travel CIC is announcing the international expansion of its signature event - the International Women in Travel & Tourism Forum (IWTTF) - with the launch of IWTTF Gulf. 

Hotels

Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat inaugurates FHRAI’s 54th Annual Convention in Goa

Kanchan Nath Oct 18, 2024

The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), the third largest hospitality association in the world, began its 54th Annual Convention at the Taj Cidade de Goa,…

Hospitality

Three of Sri Lanka’s Taru Villas join the Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Marga Manlapig Oct 18, 2024

Taru Villas announced that two of its properties, Taru Villas Maia - Habarana and Taru Villas The Long House - Bentota, as well as its newest addition Taru Villas Villu - Wilpattu, joined…

Reports

Australian cruise tourism sector surges to record high

Marga Manlapig Oct 18, 2024

Australia’s cruise tourism sector reports that its current value has surged to a record high, contributing significantly to the national economy.

Tourism

Sierra Leone and UN Tourism join forces to host Women in Tourism Regional Congress

Kanchan Nath Oct 17, 2024

The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs of the Republic of Sierra Leone, in collaboration with UN Tourism, announces the Women in Tourism Regional Congress, a pivotal three-day event…

Reports

Phuket Hotels Association reports success for PHIST 2024

Marga Manlapig Oct 16, 2024

The Phuket Hotels Association reports that the Phuket Hotels for Island Sustaining Tourism (PHIST) 2024 held last 2nd September was a great success.

Hospitality

Skal International Bangkok raises the bar for excellence in leadership

Andrew Wood Oct 16, 2024

Skal International Bangkok showcased its unwavering commitment to excellence at its most recent meeting at The Landmark Bangkok. 

Awards

Philippine tourism department lauds southern city of Ormoc

Marga Manlapig Oct 16, 2024

The DOT lauded the local government of Ormoc City in the south of the country for their work in transforming it into one of the region’s rising tourism and MICE destinations.

Tourism

Statistics, Sustainability and Governance: UN Tourism hosts a week of meetings

Kanchan Nath Oct 16, 2024

UN Tourism has concluded a week of multi-stakeholder meetings as it further establishes its leadership in the global statistics and knowledge management space.

MICE

Hong Kong Tourism Board successful with its first travel mission to the Gulf Cooperation Council

Marga Manlapig Oct 15, 2024

The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) successfully concluded its first travel mission to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) from 7 to 9 October.

Hospitality

South African-Thai Chamber of Commerce holds its 2024 South Africa Ball

Andrew Wood Oct 15, 2024

The South African-Thai Chamber of Commerce (SATCC) held its biannual South Africa Ball last 5th October at the Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel.

Tourism

Hong Kong Tourism Board successfully concludes Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon 2024

Marga Manlapig Oct 15, 2024

The Hong Kong Tourism Board’s (HKTB) highly successful Sun Hung Kai Properties (SHKP) Hong Kong Cyclothon 2024 drew to a great conclusion on Sunday, 13th October.

Tourism

Tourism Malaysia holds teaser event for its Karnival Cuti-Cuti Malaysia 2024

Marga Manlapig Oct 14, 2024

Tourism Malaysia held a teaser event for its upcoming Karnival Cuti-Cuti Malaysia (KCCM) at Kompleks Kraf in Kuala Lumpur last 8th October.

Global

Hong Kong experiences significant influx of mainland tourists during Golden Week

Marga Manlapig Oct 14, 2024

Chinese tourism officials noted that around 1.216 million tourists from Mainland China made their way to Hong Kong to celebrate Golden Week. 

Roadshow

Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef hosts top tourism leaders prior to WTTC Global Summit

Marga Manlapig Oct 14, 2024

WTTC Global Summit delegates experienced the beauty of Western Australia and the Ningaloo coast with a hosted famil at Sal Salis.

Air

Singapore works to draw more women into the aviation sector

Marga Manlapig Oct 11, 2024

The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) and the Singapore chapter of Women in Aviation (WAI-SG) signed a memorandum of understanding that seeks to promote aviation-centric…

Hospitality

W Singapore-Sentosa Cove hosts next run of “What She Said” speaker series

Marga Manlapig Oct 11, 2024

W Singapore – Sentosa Cove teams up with Sponsors In Tech for the latest edition of What She Said on 9th November from 10am to 2pm.

Reports

WTTC: indigenous tourism to contribute up to US$67 billion to global economy

Marga Manlapig Oct 11, 2024

The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) presented a landmark report on the economic impact of indigenous tourism.

Associations

FHRAI to host 54th Annual Convention in Goa from 16-18th October

Kanchan Nath Oct 11, 2024

The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), the largest hospitality association in the world,  will be hosting its 54th AnnualConvention in Goa from October 16th…

Breaking News

2025 WTTC Global Summit to be held in Rome

Marga Manlapig Oct 10, 2024

The World Travel and Tourism Council announced that its 2025 WTTC Global Summit will be held in Rome, Italy.

Reports

Europe, popular for cultural immersions barring cost: LHTB

Kanchan Nath Oct 10, 2024

International travellers are showing increased caution about planning trips to Europe between September and December this year. This is according to the latest Long-Haul Travel Barometer…

Associations

Oceania’s Travel & Tourism Sector to boost Region’s Economy by USD112BN in the next decade 

Kanchan Nath Oct 10, 2024

A new report by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) reveals that Oceania’s Travel & Tourism sector could inject an additional US$112BN to the region’s economy by 2034, bringing…

Global

ForwardKeys report shows Asia Pacific tourism driving global arrivals

Marga Manlapig Oct 10, 2024

ForwardKeys announced that tourism in the Asia Pacific is driving the current resurgence in global tourist arrivals.

Reports

WTTC report shows Oceania tourism could give Asia Pacific economy a major boost

Marga Manlapig Oct 9, 2024

The latest report from the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) hints that Oceania’s travel and tourism sector could boost the Asia-Pacific economy by US$112 billion by the end of the…

Tourism

Cultural Attractions of Australia launches new itinerary options

Marga Manlapig Oct 9, 2024

Cultural Attractions of Australia (CAOA), a collection of Australia’s most iconic attractions and bespoke immersive experiences, announced the launch of nine itinerary ideas that travel…

Associations

IGTM partners with GEO Sustainable Golf Foundation

Kanchan Nath Oct 8, 2024

Interna4onal Golf Travel Market (IGTM), the event for the global golf travel industry, is proud to announce a partnership with the GEO Sustainable Golf Foundation, the international…

Tourism

World Travel & Tourism Council Global Summit opens with update on the industry’s carbon footprint

Marga Manlapig Oct 8, 2024

The 24th World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Global Summit officially opened today, 8th October in Perth, Western Australia.

Associations

US longshoremen’s strike will have little impact on cruise sector

Marga Manlapig Oct 8, 2024

The president of the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) gave the public assurance that cruise line operations will not be hampered.

Hospitality

Discovery Samal hosts benefit gala for indigenous weaving communities

Marga Manlapig Oct 7, 2024

Discovery Samal served as the elegant venue for The Stellar Fashion Gala, a charity event benefiting indigenous weaving communities.

Hospitality

Philippines successfully holds culinary tourism showcase in Turin

Marga Manlapig Oct 7, 2024

The Philippines’ Department of Tourism (DOT), in collaboration with Slow Food Communities and various stakeholders, showcased the Philippines’ rich culinary heritage on the global stage last…

Reports

Asian properties dominate this year’s top ten world’s best hotels

Marga Manlapig Oct 7, 2024

Asian hotels dominated William Reed’s list of the 50 best hotels in the world, taking seven of the slots in the top ten.

Air

Queenstown Airport attains Level 4+ airport carbon accreditation

Marga Manlapig Oct 7, 2024

Queenstown Airport recently attained Level 4+ airport carbon accreditation from the Airports Council International.

Tourism

Northern Marianas authorities work to boost tourism to the islands

Marga Manlapig Oct 7, 2024

Government authorities in the Northern Marianas Islands are pushing to revive the US Pacific territory’s tourism sector in the post-pandemic era.

Tourism

Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office holds workshop for empowerment of women in tourism

Marga Manlapig Oct 4, 2024

The Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office (MTCO) held a four-day digital skills training workshop for women working in the tourism sector.

Airlines and Aviation

IATA develops CO2 Connect for Cargo with British Airways and Microsoft  

Kanchan Nath Oct 4, 2024

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced  collaborations with British Airways and Microsoft to further enhance the accuracy of IATA CO2  Connect for Cargo in calculating…

Reports

ATIA scores win in federal inquiry on tourism and international education

Marga Manlapig Oct 3, 2024

ATIA announced a positive advocacy development with regard to the Federal Parliament’s inquiry report into Australia’s tourism and international education sectors.

Associations

Pittsburgh named World Festival & Event City by IFEA

Kanchan Nath Oct 3, 2024

The City of Pittsburgh and VisitPITTSBURGH today announced Pittsburgh’s designation as a World Festival & Event City by the International Festivals & Events Association (IFEA), a…

Tourism

Macao, Hong Kong, and Guangdong promote the Greater Bay Area in Indonesia

Marga Manlapig Oct 2, 2024

Officials from Macao, Hong Kong, and Guangdong held an overseas tourism promotional event for the Greater Bay Area in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Reports

ATIA lauds Qatar Airways’ investment into Virgin Australia

Marga Manlapig Oct 1, 2024

The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) extended appreciative comments regarding Qatar Airways’ impending investment into Virgin Australia.

Hospitality

Sentosa to upskill 15,000 employees in the tourism sector

Marga Manlapig Oct 1, 2024

Singapore’s popular resort island Sentosa recently took a pro-active step towards ensuring that its workforce is ready for the challenges posed by the tourism sector in the 21st century.

Travel Agents

Sunil Kumar elected as the new President of TAAI for 2024-2026 term

Kanchan Nath Sep 30, 2024

Sunil Kumar has been elected as the new President of the Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) at the TAAI national elections held in Mumbai at ITC Maratha

Hotels

Jimmy Shaw takes over as President of HRAWI

Kanchan Nath Sep 30, 2024

Jimmy Shaw, Managing Director of The Waterfront Shaw, Lavasa has been elected the new President of The Hotel And Restaurant Association (Western India) – HRAWI.

Tourism

Promoting Tourism and Peace today, 27th September, this World Tourism Day 2024

Kanchan Nath Sep 27, 2024

World Tourism Day 2024 aims to explore the intersection of tourism and peacebuilding, highlighting how travel, cultural exchange and sustainable tourism practices can contribute to conflict…

Hospitality

Tourism Authority of Thailand launches Amazing Thailand Passport Privileges initiative

Marga Manlapig Sep 27, 2024

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is set to amaze visitors to the country with its latest promotional initiative: the Amazing Thailand Passport Privileges.

Reports

ATIA releases August report on the Australian Travel Accreditation Scheme

Marga Manlapig Sep 27, 2024

The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) presented the Australian Travel Accreditation Scheme (ATAS) statistics for August 2024.

MICE

IAPCO launches ‘Unlocking Excellence’ campaign

Kanchan Nath Sep 27, 2024

The International Association of Professional Congress Organisers (IAPCO) has launched a new advocacy campaign, ‘IAPCO: Unlocking Excellence’ designed to enhance the quality and…

Associations

AATO conducts Birdwatching Tour to Chidiyatapu Biological Park

Kanchan Nath Sep 27, 2024

As part of the World Tourism Day celebrations, the Andaman Association of Tour Operators (AATO), in collaboration with Andaman Avians Club, successfully conducted a birdwatching tour to the…

Training

Dusit Thani College partners with HSMAI

Kanchan Nath Sep 26, 2024

Dusit Thani College realizes that to produce personnel for the rapid growth of the tourism and service industry, it is necessary to expand the channels of access to learning to the public.

Tourism

UN Tourism calls on G20 to lead the sustainability revolution of the sector

Kanchan Nath Sep 25, 2024

At a meeting of the Ministers of Tourism of the G20 economies in Belem, Brazil, UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili noted that the sector is on track to fully recover…

Associations

ABTA to recruit new Head of Membership as Danny Waine confirms plans to relocate 

Kanchan Nath Sep 25, 2024

ABTA is now in the process of recruiting a new Head of Membership, to take on this important role.

Tourism

WTTC reveals pandemic’s heavy toll on woman and youth in travel & tourism jobs

Kanchan Nath Sep 24, 2024

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), in collaboration with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Tourism, launched a new report revealing the stark impact of the pandemic on…

Reports

Confidence to travel is on the rise: ABTA

Kanchan Nath Sep 24, 2024

According to the latest results from ABTA’s Travel Confidence Index, the nation is feeling more confident about travelling overseas now than it was at the same time last year.

Air

CANSO director-general cites need for consensus on air traffic management in the Asia-Pacific

Marga Manlapig Sep 23, 2024

Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO) director general Simon Hocquard pointed out an urgent need for consensus regarding air traffic management in the Asia-Pacific.

Hotel Management Company

Dusit International teams up with Saigontourist Group

Marga Manlapig Sep 20, 2024

Dusit International formally signed a memorandum of understanding with Vietnamese multi-service travel firm Saigontourist Group.

Hotels

Fix business rates to avoid inflationary spike

Kanchan Nath Sep 20, 2024

While inflation has now stabilised, hospitality businesses continue to struggle as costs continue to rise, particularly across food, drink, energy and wages

MICE

Aviation Minister Mike Kane to be the keynote speaker at ‘ABTA Travel Matters’

Kanchan Nath Sep 20, 2024

Mike Kane MP, Minister for Aviation, Maritime and Security, Department for Transport, will be giving the keynote speech at ABTA’s Travel Matters, to be held in central London on Tuesday 3…

Tourism

Tourism Authority of Thailand opens its Thailand Golf Travel Mart

Marga Manlapig Sep 19, 2024

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) held its Thailand Golf Travel Mart (TGTM) at several venues within Bangkok.

Tourism

World Travel and Tourism Council announces final slate for 24th Global Summit

Marga Manlapig Sep 18, 2024

The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) announced its full line-up for its 24th Global Summit in Perth, Western Australia

Associations

Ajeet Bajaj re-elected as President of ATOAI for the 2024-26 term

Kanchan Nath Sep 18, 2024

The Adventure Tour Operators Association of India concluded its Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the 2023-24 financial year and held its elections for the 2024-26 term on September 16, 2024,…

Global

Katrina Barry joins board of Australian Travel Industry Association

Marga Manlapig Sep 18, 2024

Katrina Barry joins the board of the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA), taking over for current director Shelley Beasley.

Associations

PATA hosts first-ever training event featuring The Middle East 

Kanchan Nath Sep 18, 2024

Last week, Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), UK & Ireland hosted a brand new training event in London featuring the Indian Ocean and, for the first time, the Middle East.

Global

Malaysia’s Sunway Hotels & Resorts joins Global Hotel Alliance

Marga Manlapig Sep 17, 2024

Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) announced that Sunway Hotels & Resorts in Malaysia has joined its roster of international hotel brands.

Tourism

New Taipei City Government holds tourism promotion event in Bangkok

Marga Manlapig Sep 16, 2024

The tourism and travel department of the New Taipei City Government recently held a tourism promotion event in Bangkok, Thailand, on September 6.

Global

Cruise Plus gives agents the opportunity to double their rewards

Marga Manlapig Sep 16, 2024

dnata Travel Group UK’s B2B cruising brand Cruise Plus gives travel agents the opportunity to earn double Farebank Points per booking from now until 23rd September.

Associations

The Advantage Travel Partnership introduces its new head of supplier partnerships

Marga Manlapig Sep 12, 2024

The Advantage Travel Partnership announced the appointment of Nick Wickers as its new head of supplier partnerships.

Tourism

Could halal-friendly destinations draw Malaysian tourists to China?

Marga Manlapig Sep 11, 2024

In a bid to boost its pandemic-stricken tourism sector, Chinese tourism professionals seek to draw in Malaysian tourists with halal-friendly travel packages.

Reports

2024 WTTC Economic Impact Trends Report shows US still world’s most powerful tourism market

Marga Manlapig Sep 11, 2024

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) released the 2024 edition of its annual Economic Impact Trends Report.

MICE

Leading minds share insights on regional tourism at IHIF Asia

Marga Manlapig Sep 11, 2024

As the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) Asia winds down today, 11th September, several top players in the global travel sector shared their insights regarding the industry…

Hospitality

Global passenger demand up midway through 2024

Marga Manlapig Sep 10, 2024

A new report released by FCM Consulting shows that global passenger demand rose by 9.1 percent as of the end of the first half of this year.

Tourism

Tourism Authority of Thailand shows support for Pacific Asia Travel Association at PATA Travel Mart 2024

Marga Manlapig Sep 6, 2024

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) went all out with its support of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) at the latter’s Travel Mart (PTM) in Bangkok.

Tourism

Tourism Malaysia runs second series of sales missions to China

Marga Manlapig Sep 6, 2024

Tourism Malaysia, in collaboration with state tourism bodies and the Malaysia Inbound Chinese Association (MICA), embarked on a second series of sales missions to explore southern and…

MICE

Former US secretary of state John Kerry headlines WTTC Global Summit

Marga Manlapig Sep 4, 2024

The WTTC announced that John Kerry, the United States’ 68th secretary of state, will headline the 2024 WTTC Global Summit in Australia this October.