Associations

Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Cargo Terminal achieves IATA Security Management System (SeMS) certification

Kanchan Nath Mar 25, 2025

Cathay Cargo Terminal announced  that it has become the first ground-handling organisation in Asia to successfully achieve the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Security…

Air

IATA establishes Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization

Marga Manlapig Mar 25, 2025

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) formally established the Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization (CADO.)

Visa updates

VFS Global: Filipinos may still apply for Japan visas via travel agencies

Marga Manlapig Mar 24, 2025

Filipino travellers applying for Japan visas may still submit their applications through an accredited travel agent even when VFS Global opens its Japanese visa application centre (JVAC) on…

Tourism

Tourism Malaysia holds its first consumer event in China

Marga Manlapig Mar 24, 2025

Tourism Malaysia hosted its first-ever consumer event in China since the pandemic from 7th to 9th March.

Associations

UN Tourism and Germany pave the way towards inclusive employment and accessibility

Kanchan Nath Mar 21, 2025

UN Tourism has joined the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) to shift the mind-sets of destinations and businesses regarding workers and customers with…

Tourism

Classic Vacations joins the World Travel & Tourism Council

Kanchan Nath Mar 21, 2025

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) welcomes Classic Vacations as a Regional Member.

Interim Reports

Thai travel agents express concerns regarding Thailand’s arrivals target

Marga Manlapig Mar 21, 2025

Officials from the Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA) expressed concerns that the country may be unable to hit its target of 39 million foreign arrivals for 2025.

Passports

ABTA urges holidaymakers to check their passport meets validity rules for travel to Europe

Kanchan Nath Mar 21, 2025

With the start of the Easter holidays just a few weeks away, ABTA – The Travel Association is encouraging anyone with plans to travel to Europe to make sure their passport will be valid for…

Tourism

Vietnam’s Ba Den Mountain to host major events for UN Day of Vesak 2025

Marga Manlapig Mar 20, 2025

The Ba Den Mountain in Tay Ninh, Vietnam has been designated as the venue at which thousands of delegates will light candles and pray for global peace as part of the United Nations Day of…

Air

IATA calls for rapid global adoption of digital identity technologies

Marga Manlapig Mar 19, 2025

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called for the rapid adoption of digital identity technologies today, 19th March, in Sydney, Australia.

Tourism

WTTC appoints Andrea Grisdale as the Vice Chair of ‘Together in Travel’

Kanchan Nath Mar 14, 2025

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC)  announced Andrea Grisdale, Founder and CEO of IC Bellagio as Vice Chair of its new initiative, Together in Travel, alongside thirteen founding…

Associations

ICCA partners with AIME

Kanchan Nath Mar 14, 2025

The International Congress and Conference Association (ICCA) has announced a new Industry Partnership with the Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME). 

Global

C9 report shows surge in residential-driven hospitality investments in Phuket

Marga Manlapig Mar 14, 2025

C9 Hotelworks’ latest report shows that Thailand’s tourism boom has led to greater investments into the hospitality real estate sector, particularly for residential developments.

Hospitality

SAii Laguna Phuket hosts Serandipians & Takumians’ Essence of Phuket

Marga Manlapig Mar 13, 2025

SAii Laguna Phuket welcomed over 150 luxury travel advisors for the annual Serandipians and Takumians event held from 3rd to 7th March. 

Air

Business Travel Show Asia Pacific comes to Singapore this April

Marga Manlapig Mar 13, 2025

The BTN Group which has organised the Business Travel Show Europe for three decades brings the same world-class sourcing, networking and educational programme to the Asia Pacific this April.

India

FHRAI urges Government to delink F&B GST from Hotel Room Tariffs

Kanchan Nath Mar 12, 2025

The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI) has reiterated its demand to delink the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on Food & Beverage (F&B) services from…

Associations

Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority appoints 2025 Advisory Committee

Kanchan Nath Mar 12, 2025

The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA), USA, has appointed ten distinguished travel advisors to its Tourism Advisory Committee.

Awards

SriLankan Aviation College hailed IATA ATC top performer for 2024

Marga Manlapig Mar 11, 2025

SriLankan Airlines’ training centre SriLankan Aviation College was recently hailed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) as an IATA Authorized Training Center (ATC) Top…

Tourism

UN Tourism opens Regional Office for the Americas in Rio

Kanchan Nath Mar 11, 2025

The new Regional Office will focus on strengthening investment promotion.

Visa updates

Japanese travel agencies to promote trips to China

Marga Manlapig Mar 7, 2025

Japanese travel agencies announced their collective plan to promote travel to China at an event held in Tokyo on Monday, 3rd March.

Tourism

‘Technology Game Changers: Future Trends in Travel & Tourism’  report from WTTC & Trip.com

Kanchan Nath Mar 7, 2025

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Trip.com Group have unveiled Technology Game Changers: Future Trends in Travel & Tourism at ITB Berlin, spotlighting the innovations set…

Associations

“Invest in tourism for peace”: UN Tourism

Kanchan Nath Mar 7, 2025

UN Tourism has returned to ITB Berlin 2025, placing the need for investments and the sector’s role as a vehicle of peace high on the agenda of the world’s biggest travel trade show.

Air

IATA’s inaugural WDS explores data, technology and cybersecurity 

Kanchan Nath Mar 6, 2025

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) successfully concluded its inaugural World Data Symposium (WDS) with a broad consensus on three key priorities

Reports

Asia Pacific airlines showed a19.9% year-on-year growth for Jan 2025

Kanchan Nath Mar 5, 2025

Preliminary January 2025 traffic figures released today by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed that international passenger markets enjoyed a robust start to the year,…

MICE

Conventa Trade Fair’s unique approach upholds quality over quantity

Ramy Salameh Mar 5, 2025

Since 2009, Conventa Trade Fair has been a meetings sector stalwart for Slovenia, taking place in the capital Ljubljana every February. 

MICE

TKS holds Hong Kong Outbound Seminar in Tokyo

Marga Manlapig Mar 3, 2025

TKS revived its annual Hong Kong Outbound Seminar for the first time since the pandemic last 13th February.

Reports

IATA: global passenger demand up 10 percent in January 2025

Marga Manlapig Feb 28, 2025

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its global passenger demand data from January 2025, showing a growth of 10 percent in terms of total demand in revenue passenger…

Tourism

Macao showcases its best at Jakarta’s ASTINDO Travel Fair

Marga Manlapig Feb 28, 2025

The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) took part in this year’s ASTINDO Travel Fair in Jakarta, Indonesia from 20th to 23rd February.

Reports

Accelya renews partnership with IATA

Marga Manlapig Feb 28, 2025

Aviation technology solutions provider Accelya formally renewed its long-term partnership with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) which represents over 340 airlines globally.…

Reports

IATA: air cargo demand rose by 3.2 percent in January 2025

Marga Manlapig Feb 28, 2025

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its global air cargo data for January 2025, noting growth of 3.2 percent in the first month of the year.

Air

ATIA lauds government approval of Qatar Airways’ stake in Virgin Australia

Marga Manlapig Feb 27, 2025

The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) welcomed the Federal Government’s approval of Qatar Airways’ 25 percent stake in Virgin Australia.

Reports

IATA’s annual safety report shows improvements in global aviation safety

Marga Manlapig Feb 26, 2025

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its 2024 Annual Safety Report listing progress in the field of aviation safety today, 26th February.

Airlines and Aviation

AAPA to hold APASS from 10-11 September 2025 in Manila, Philippines

Kanchan Nath Feb 25, 2025

The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) is committed to the continuous improvement of aviation safety performance in the Asia Pacific region.

Insurance

Etiqa Insurance Singapore returns to NATAS Travel Fair as its official travel insurer

Marga Manlapig Feb 25, 2025

General and life insurer Etiqa Insurance Singapore returns to this year’s National Association of Travel Agents Singapore (NATAS) Travel Fair as its official travel insurer.

Awards

IATA opens nominations for its 2025 Diversity and Inclusion Awards

Marga Manlapig Feb 25, 2025

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) formally opened nominations for the sixth edition of the IATA Diversity and Inclusion Awards on Thursday, 20th February. 

Tourism

UN Tourism to host two flagship events at Japan Expo 2025

Marga Manlapig Feb 25, 2025

UN Tourism announced its participation at the upcoming Japan Expo 2025 this April, along with two game-changing events.

Hotels

AHLA welcomes ‘single federal standard for mandatory fee display’

Kanchan Nath Feb 24, 2025

The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) celebrates introduction of the House companion to the Hotel Fees Transparency Act

Associations

International arrivals set to break records in 2025 for Singapore

Kanchan Nath Feb 24, 2025

World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) reveals that Singapore is on track to smash its all-time international arrivals record this year, outpacing other major Southeast Asian destinations…

Associations

SKAL appoints 10 members from India to Global Committees

Kanchan Nath Feb 21, 2025

Ten distinguished Skålleagues from India have been appointed to all nine global committees of Skål International!

Air

Queenstown Airport launches community fund to support local communities

Marga Manlapig Feb 21, 2025

Queenstown Airport just launched the Queenstown Airport Community Fund, a new initiative designed to provide financial support to local charities and community organisations.

Tourism

Iloilo City introduces urban travel programme for senior citizens

Marga Manlapig Feb 21, 2025

Iloilo City in the Central Philippines recently launched a travel programme for the benefit of elderly residents.

Tourism

Untamed Borders’ women tour guides are changing the game in Central Asia and Africa

Marga Manlapig Feb 20, 2025

As International Women’s Day looms on the horizon, Untamed Borders shares the stories of pioneering women tour guides from Central Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.

Associations

PATA Annual Summit 2025 to be held from 21-23 April 2025 at the CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel İstanbul

Kanchan Nath Feb 20, 2025

The Pacific Asia Travel Association  (PATA) and the Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA) have announced the theme for the PATA Annual Summit 2025, “Timeless Wisdom for a…

Airlines and Aviation

AAPA welcomes Air New Zealand as member

Kanchan Nath Feb 20, 2025

The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) announced that Air New Zealand has joined AAPA with immediate effect

Tourism

Tourism Malaysia and Sarawak Tourism Board welcome Singaporean travel agents

Marga Manlapig Feb 20, 2025

Tourism Malaysia, in collaboration with the Sarawak Tourism Board, Business Events Sarawak, and the Sarawak Trade and Tourism Office Singapore, conducted a business-to-business (B2B) session…

Tourism

Tourism Malaysia makes its mark at the Tehran International Tourism Exhibition

Marga Manlapig Feb 19, 2025

Tourism Malaysia marked its fifteenth consecutive participation at the Tehran International Tourism Exhibition (TITE) 2025 in Iran from 11th to 14th February. 

Reports

ATIA’s latest travel trends report shows significant growth in outbound travel

Marga Manlapig Feb 19, 2025

The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA)’s latest travel trends report shows that Australians are continuing to embrace international travel.

Reports

Consumers opting for value-for-money destinations and shorter stays: ETC

Kanchan Nath Feb 19, 2025

European tourism demonstrated strong resilience in the last quarter of 2024 despite economic pressures, geopolitical uncertainties, adverse weather conditions, and evolving consumer…

Middle East

ME grows with Education and Sports Tourism

Kanchan Nath Feb 19, 2025

UN Tourism’s Member States from across the Middle East have met again to guide the continued growth of the sector across the region.

Tourism

Tura Turizm joins WTTC

Kanchan Nath Feb 19, 2025

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) welcomes Tura Turizm Holding as its newest Regional Member, adding their expertise on the powerful Turkish market to the global organisation’s…

Tourism

Balinese authorities: tourists must abide by customs for Nyepi

Marga Manlapig Feb 18, 2025

Bali's leading Hindu authorities have issued updated guidance regarding the observance of Nyepi, the Day of Silence, on 29th March.

Associations

The Advantage Travel Partnership announces keynote speakers

Kanchan Nath Feb 18, 2025

 The Advantage Travel Partnership has announced two of its keynote speakers for its forthcoming conference which is to be hosted in Malta in May of this year.

Reports

Tourism Tropical North Queensland releases first Sustainability Report

Marga Manlapig Feb 17, 2025

Tourism Tropical North Queensland (TTNQ) just published its first annual Sustainability Report which details the key initiatives guiding the industry towards reducing carbon emissions whilst…

UK

Welsh government urged to rethink taxing kid’s holidays

Kanchan Nath Feb 17, 2025

UKHospitality Cymru called for the Welsh Government to rethink its insistence on taxing children in its Visitor Levy and instead consider the impact this will have on families’ ability to…

Tourism

Philippine coffee festival draws in tourism revenues for Batangas province

Marga Manlapig Feb 17, 2025

The recently concluded third edition of the Batangas Barako Festival which ran from 13th to 15th February celebrated the Southern Luzon province’s high-quality coffee, as well as the top…

Airlines and Aviation

IATA and 123Carbon collaborate on interoperability for SAF

Kanchan Nath Feb 17, 2025

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and 123Carbon announced a strategic collaboration to develop interoperability between their respective Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)…

Air

SITA’s newest solution to revolutionise air traffic control communications

Marga Manlapig Feb 14, 2025

Air transport technology firm SITA presents an innovative new global messaging solution which will help redefine the way air traffic control (ATC) communications works. 

Hospitality

AHICE to introduce two new events for the Asian Region

Marga Manlapig Feb 13, 2025

The Asian Hotel Industry Conference & Exhibition (AHICE) is expanding its conference program with the introduction of two new events to the market.

Mergers & Acquisitions

ATIA: Federal government should be buyer-of-last-resort for Rex Airlines

Marga Manlapig Feb 12, 2025

The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) supports the idea that the Federal Government should be the buyer-of-last-resort for Regional Express Holdings (Rex), given the first option…

Reports

Philippine Ports Authority optimistic of growth in cruise tourism for 2025

Marga Manlapig Feb 11, 2025

The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) expressed optimism that the country’s cruise tourism sector is bound to get stronger this year.

Reports

ChristchurchNZ reveals initial results of The Conference Legacy Project

Marga Manlapig Feb 11, 2025

The first phase of ChristchurchNZ's three-year research programme The Conference Legacy Project revealed the positive impacts of four international conferences held in Christchurch, New…

Visa updates

China offers visa-free entry to Xishuangbanna to Southeast Asian travellers

Marga Manlapig Feb 10, 2025

China announced that it is offering visa-free entry to Xishuangbanna in Yunnan Province to travellers from countries that are part of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

Awards

Two S Hotels & Resorts properties now part of Serandipians Luxury Travel Network

Marga Manlapig Feb 10, 2025

Two flagship S Hotels & Resorts properties were recently inducted into the Serandapians Luxury Travel Network.

Reports

Canadian travellers protest Trump tariffs by cancelling trips to the US

Marga Manlapig Feb 10, 2025

Following Donald Trump’s imposition of a 25 percent tariff on goods imported from Canada, travellers from the US’ northern neighbour are cancelling trips to key American destinations in…

Reports

Branded residences could drive growth in Philippine tourism and hospitality sectors

Marga Manlapig Feb 10, 2025

C9 Hotelworks and Delivering Asia recently held a special tourism and hospitality event in Manila wherein the possibility of branded residences boosting both tourism and hospitality was…

Reports

Frasco: Philippine tourism gets robust start for 2025

Marga Manlapig Feb 10, 2025

The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) expressed its optimism with regard to drawing more foreign tourists to the country following excellent figures in January 2025.

Special Reports

Travel agents and their clients need to be more aware of inflight theft

Marga Manlapig Feb 10, 2025

Inflight theft is becoming a highly concerning issue among both airlines and travel agencies due to a recent spate of highly publicised incidents, particularly within Asia.

Tourism

Hong Kong Tourism Board celebrates one million Filipino visitors milestone

Marga Manlapig Feb 7, 2025

As Hong Kong welcomed its one millionth visitor from the Philippines last November, the Hong Kong Tourism Board commemorated the event with a special dinner at Shangri-La at the Fort,…

Airlines and Aviation

IATA releases updated 2025 manuals reflecting latest industry standards 

Kanchan Nath Feb 5, 2025

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released the 2025  edition of key industry manuals for cargo and ground handling operations, which incorporate over 350  changes and…

Hospitality

Maximum Occupancy New Zealand is back this March

Marga Manlapig Feb 5, 2025

The Maximum Occupancy New Zealand Accommodation Industry Conference heads back to Auckland on 5th March, this time at the newly renovated Grand Millennium Hotel Auckland.

Tourism

Iloilo City significantly increases festival budget for 2025

Marga Manlapig Feb 5, 2025

Iloilo in the Central Philippines recently raised its budget for various festivals in 2025 to around US$891,000, significantly higher than the US $689,000 from last year.

Associations

Rotorua, Hei Āhuru Mōwai Māori Cancer Leadership Aotearoa to host World Indigenous Cancer Conference

Marga Manlapig Feb 4, 2025

Rotorua and Hei Āhuru Mōwai Māori Cancer Leadership Aotearoa are bringing indigenous voices, knowledge, and innovations to the world’s attention as they are slated to host the World…

Airlines and Aviation

Asia Pacific Airlines carried 365.0 million international passengers in 2024, representing a 30.5% increase vis-à-vis 2023: AAPA

Kanchan Nath Feb 4, 2025

Preliminary traffic figures for the full calendar year 2024, were released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA), revealed strong growth in both international air passenger and…

Reports

IATA releases methodologies for reporting SAF-related emissions reduction

Marga Manlapig Feb 4, 2025

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the release of its methodology for accounting and reporting emissions reduction associated with the use of Sustainable Aviation…

Air

Air Astana joins IATA CO2 Connect

Marga Manlapig Feb 4, 2025

Kazakhstan's flag-carrier Air Astana recently became the first airline in Central Asia / CIS to join  the International Air Transport Association (IATA) CO2 Connect initiative.

Tourism

WTTC welcomes EMBRATUR

Kanchan Nath Feb 3, 2025

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) integrates the Brazilian Tourist Board (EMBRATUR) as its newest Destination Partner, marking an exciting chapter in collaborative efforts to…

Associations

Hotel Industry rallies at ALIS to support Wildfire Relief in California

Kanchan Nath Feb 3, 2025

As the wildfires and their aftermath continue to impact communities across California, the hotel industry is stepping up at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) to provide critical…

Airlines and Aviation

Flyadeal joins IATA

Kanchan Nath Jan 31, 2025

flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s youngest and region’s fastest growing low-cost carrier, has joined IATA, the airline industry’s leading trade association.

Associations

PATA extends partnership with The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Kanchan Nath Jan 31, 2025

The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has extended its partnership with The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) for an additional three years (2024–2027) to continue the…

Reports

IATA: Global air passenger demand reaches record high in 2024

Kanchan Nath Jan 31, 2025

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released 2024 full-year and December 2024 passenger market performance showing record high demand.

Tourism

Taiwan set to discuss familiarisation trips with Mainland China

Marga Manlapig Jan 30, 2025

Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) is urging officials in Mainland China to properly discuss familiarisation trips they are planning to make to the country.

Reports

Southeast Asia welcomes over 123 million foreign arrivals in 2024

Marga Manlapig Jan 30, 2025

Members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) collectively welcomed over 123 million foreign tourists over the past year.

Reports

IATA: global air cargo sector saw significant growth in 2024

Marga Manlapig Jan 30, 2025

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for full year 2024 and December 2024 global air cargo market performance.

Hospitality

Cambodia working to draw in Muslim tourists

Marga Manlapig Jan 29, 2025

Following a 23 percent rise in foreign tourist numbers in 2024, Cambodia is working to welcome a greater number of Muslim tourists this year.

Air

IATA World Legal Symposium makes its way to Shanghai this February

Marga Manlapig Jan 28, 2025

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2025 edition of the World Legal Symposium (WLS) will examine the legal implications of evolving forces shaping aviation.

Reports

Philippines generates close to US$7.5 million in sales leads at ASEAN Tourism Forum

Marga Manlapig Jan 28, 2025

More foreign tourists are expected to visit the Philippines after the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) generated close to a record US$ 7.5 million in sales leads at the recently concluded…

Associations

AHLA supports No Tax on Tips Legislation

Kanchan Nath Jan 27, 2025

AHLA supports the hospitality industry workers’ ability to take home more of their pay, from housekeepers to bellhops and valets to food service professionals and spa and salon team members.

Reports

ATIA releases accreditation stats for November / December 2024

Marga Manlapig Jan 27, 2025

The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) released the latest statistics for the ATIA Accreditation scheme today, 27th January, for the period running between November and December…

Associations

Visitor levy confirmed, with transition period delay for business

Kanchan Nath Jan 27, 2025

City of Edinburgh Council has acted on UKHospitality Scotland’s recommendation to delay when accommodation businesses have to start collecting levy funds. 

Associations

UN Tourism at FITUR 2025: A milestone event for sector-wide cooperation

Kanchan Nath Jan 26, 2025

UN Tourism has returned to the FITUR international trade fair to advance the sector’s shirt towards greater accessibility and growth propelled by investments and innovation. 

Tourism

Indonesian government optimistic on growth of tourism sector

Marga Manlapig Jan 24, 2025

The Indonesian government expressed optimism regarding the tourism sector’s potential as an economic growth driver. 

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.