Paul Shih appointed director of Taiwan Tourism Administration’s Singapore office
The Taiwan Tourism Administration (TTA) announced the appointment of Paul Shih as the new director of its office in Singapore.
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Emirates Group extends Airbus leadership programme for Emiratis
The Emirates Group formally signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus Beyond to extend Airbus’s Leadership Programme for the Group’s Emirati workforce for another three…
Taiwan-Thailand Tourism Talent Exchange Programme seeks to upgrade sustainable tourism
Taiwan’s Tourism Administration of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC) held the first Taiwan-Thailand Tourism Talent Exchange Programme from 2nd to 8th December.
ATIA and Australian Travel Education part ways after 17 years
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…
TFE Hotels establishes office in New Zealand
TFE Hotels is putting up its country office in New Zealand in the wake of its multi-property management agreement with accommodation provider Heritage Hotels.
Discovery Hospitality endows learning grants to Enderun College
Philippine hotel management company Discovery Hospitality Corporation (DHC) recently partnered with Enderun Colleges to enable students enrolled in hospitality courses to make the most of…
We empower our leaders to build diverse leadership teams: Chee
Organisations must prioritise hiring and developing the best talent based on merit while considering diverse representations. TDM interviews Karen Chee, Vice President, People & Culture,…
Philippines teams up with European Union to boost seafarers’ competencies and welfare
Philippines and the European Union launched a Technical Assistance Project (TAP) to improve Filipino seafarers' training, education, and working conditions in the country
Crew Connect Global X Seatrade Cruise Asia opens conversation on crewing and human resource investment
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…
In Photos: IATA World Financial Symposium and World Passenger Symposium 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…
Profitroom on the lookout for 1000 Hotel Stories
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.
Singapore Hotel Association successful with first Hospitality Exchange
The inaugural Hospitality Exchange held on 3 October 2024 at Hilton Singapore Orchard was a resounding success.
Bakuun Holdings announces new appointment for Samyra Krooswijk
Bakuun Holdings announced the appointment of Samyra Krooswijk as its new vice-president of sales for the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia.
Australian Travel Industry Association reveals new initiatives at Beyond Borders Summit
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.
Carnival Cruise Line makes its first visit to the Philippines
Carnival Cruise Line (CCL) celebrated its first-ever visit to the Philippines after Carnival Panorama arrived at the Manila South Harbour’s Eva Macapagal Super Terminal.
Australian cruise tourism sector surges to record high
Australia’s cruise tourism sector reports that its current value has surged to a record high, contributing significantly to the national economy.
Singapore works to draw more women into the aviation sector
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…
W Singapore-Sentosa Cove hosts next run of “What She Said” speaker series
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.
WTTC report shows Oceania tourism could give Asia Pacific economy a major boost
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…
US longshoremen’s strike will have little impact on cruise sector
The president of the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) gave the public assurance that cruise line operations will not be hampered.
ATIA scores win in federal inquiry on tourism and international education
ATIA announced a positive advocacy development with regard to the Federal Parliament’s inquiry report into Australia’s tourism and international education sectors.
Sentosa to upskill 15,000 employees in the tourism sector
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.
The Ritz-Carlton Bangkok introduces six-member executive team
Prior to its opening in November of this year, The Ritz-Carlton Bangkok introduced the six executives slated to lead at the new hotel.
Centara Hotels and Resorts lauded at 2024 HR Excellence Awards Thailand
Hotel management firm Centara Hotels and Resorts received the bronze award for Excellence in Workplace Culture at this year’s HR Excellence Awards Thailand.
Rotana promotes Dominic Carr to chief information officer
Hotel management firm Rotana announced the promotion of Dominic Carr as its chief information officer for its operations in the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and Türkiye.
Ambassador Cruise Line augments its trade team
Ambassador Cruise Line augmented its in-house trade team with four new business development executives, as well as a new trade support executive and trade support assistant.
Cebu Pacific hailed Best Employer brand for second year in a row
Cebu Pacific received the Best Employer Brand award at this year’s LinkedIn Talent Awards, winning the distinction for a second consecutive year.
Carnival Cruise Line’s Christine Duffy named among Forbes’ 50 Over 50
Forbes recently announced the inclusion of Carnival Cruise Line president Christine Duffy to the fourth edition of its annual 50 Over 50 list.
LinkedIn hails Philippine Airlines as best employer brand for 2024
Philippine Airlines won the title of Best Employer Brand at this year’s LinkedIn Talent Awards for the Philippines.
Q1-2024 sees 16 million Filipinos employed in the tourism sector
The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) states that more than 16 million Filipinos now work in the tourism industry as of the end of the first quarter of this year.
Singapore Hotel Association announces strategic move for its training arm
SHATEC will shift from pre-employment training to focus on continuing education and training (CET) programmes.
Centara holds 2024 Unity Conference
Centara Hotels & Resorts organised the Centara Unity Conference as part of its people development programme.
Tokyu Resorts & Stays set to expand foreign workforce
Tokyu Resorts & Stays plans to hire more foreign-born staff, expanding its current complement from 120 to around 580 individuals within the current decade.
VFS Global cements Preferred Employer status with high Glassdoor scores
VFS Global, the world's largest outsourcing and technology services specialist for governments and diplomatic missions, proudly announces its remarkable achievement of securing a rating of…
Best Airline Employers For Women In America Named
Best Airline Employers For Women In America Named
Demand for 41,000 new jets by 2041: Boeing
Boeing has projected demand for more than 41,000 new airplanes through 2041, underscoring aviation industry resilience two years after the pandemic began
Tourism sector in China to create over 30 million jobs over next decade
WTTC’s latest Economic Impact Report (EIR) shows the sector will reach more than 107 million employed within the sector by 2032
Abu Dhabi rolls out training calendar for travel professionals
The new programme calendar aims to increase the growth and development of the Emirati and UAE-based workforce, encourage enrolment in training and job opportunities
Travelex to create 1,200 new international jobs as travel recovers
The announcement follows a series of major new contract wins across the APAC, Europe, MET and UK regions as both the international travel and FX markets continue to strongly recover…
Travel sector to create six million US jobs, says WTTC
Between 2022 and 2032, jobs in the U.S. travel and tourism could grow at an average rate of 3.9% annually, representing a 47% increase from 2022 expected job levels
8 million tourism jobs to be created in Europe within next decade: WTTC
WTTC) latest Economic Impact Report (EIR) reveals Europe’s travel and tourism sector is expected to create up to eight million new jobs within the next decade
Air New Zealand to boost staff as Kiwis start to book travel
The airline is looking to add 200 additional consultants, taking the total to more than 450 dedicated staff
Tourism sector to create 126 million new jobs within next decade, says WTTC
The World Travel & Tourism Council’s latest Economic Impact Report (EIR) reveals the tourism sector is expected to create nearly 126 million new jobs within the next decade
Employment in tourism across Europe will recover this year, says WTTC
New research from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) shows employment in tourism across Europe will recover with the region’s travel and tourism sector approaching pre-pandemic…
UK tourism sector sees massive job shortfall of over 200K this year: WTTC
A new analysis of staff shortages by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed 205,000 travel jobs across the UK predicted to remain unfilled by the end of this year
Emirates to hire 6,000 staff over next six months to support accelerated recovery
Emirates plans to boost its operational workforce by planning to recruit more than 6,000 staff over the next six months
Emirates takes steps to reverse the epidemic of job losses
Emirates has started a global recruitment drive to hire 3,000 cabin crew and 500 airport services staff at its Dubai hub over the next six months.
Nepal looks at short-term job creation for tourism workers
Nepal Tourism Board is implementing a programme to provide temporary employment to those who have lost their jobs
UNWTO launches ‘Jobs Factory’ to kickstart tourism jobs recovery
UNWTO has launched Jobs Factory, powered by Hosco, the global hospitality network to connect talent with employers across the sector
Virgin Australia brings back hundreds of cabin crew
Hundreds of cabin crew are needed after Virgin Australia negotiated the reintroduction of 10 Boeing 737-800 planes with aircraft lessors.
OYO to cover COVID-19 vaccination costs for employees and families in India
OYO Hotels & Homes announced that it would be covering vaccination costs for all employees in India and their families, across locations and levels
6 reasons why you should create a Travel Daily Jobs profile now
Whether you are looking for a way to break into the travel industry or simply your next career move, Travel Daily Jobs offers you the best and latest job opportunities in the travel…
Why you should setup a ‘Company Page’ at Travel Daily Jobs
There's an ocean of jobs out there and your company is merely a drop! Here's why you should setup a Company Page at Travel Daily Jobs.
Australia to lose 320,000 tourism jobs and USD 7 billion amid border shutdown
Australia’s tourism industry is forecast to lose almost USD 7 billion and place 320,000 jobs at risk over the summer holiday period due to domestic and international border closures brought…
Over 100 million global tourism jobs could be recovered in 2021: WTTC
WTTC says more than 100 million jobs could return to the global travel and tourism sector during 2021 as the world recovers from the crippling COVID-19 pandemic
Nine in 10 young Saudis look towards emerging tourism and hospitality careers
Young Saudis are more interested in careers towards the tourism and hospitality industries aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030
Ontario allocates USD 180.5 million for training and jobs in tourism
Canada’s Ontario government is providing USD 180.5 million to connect workers in the tourism and hospitality sector and others most affected by the pandemic to training and jobs
British Airways CEO Alex Cruz has stepped down with immediate effect
BRITISH AIRWAYS CEO Alex Cruz has stepped down with immediate effect. He will be replaced by Sean Doyle, the boss of Aer Lingus, but will remain on the airline's board as non-executive…
UNWTO to harness the power of AI to link tourism workers with jobs
UN World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) will work with California-based Eightfold.ai to help connect tourism jobseekers with employers and so drive the global recovery of the sector
AHLA: 74% of hotels will lay off more employees without further aid
American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) members shows that the hotel industry remains on the brink of collapse because of the pandemic. Results show 68 percent of hotels have less…
Applications open for Tourism NT representation in the UK and Germany
In support of Tourism NT’s rebuild of inbound tourism from the Northern Territory key European source markets, Tourism NT seeks to secure the services of a Contractor that can provide…
IATA: Proposed environment tax will destroy 150,000 aviation jobs
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) warned that proposed new environmental taxes in France will fail to decarbonize the aviation sector and eliminate 150,000 French aviation…
Hawaii Airlines Cuts 1,000 Jobs
Hawaii’s largest carrier, Hawaiian Airlines, today announced more than 1,000 job cuts as COVID-19 continues to ravage travel demand and lockdowns fuel economic distress.
United Airlines axes 2,850 pilot jobs
United Airlines Holdings Inc. announced today that it is preparing to eliminate 2,850 (about 21% of the total) pilot jobs in 2020, unless the federal government approves further U.S.…
American Airlines axes 19,000 jobs, other US carriers follow suit
American Airlines‘ corporate office announced today that the carrier is planning to eliminate over 40,000 jobs this year. 19,000 of those 40,000 jobs will be furloughs and layoffs in…
TMS Talent acquires Digital / Technology Specialist – SCOUT TALENT
Global recruitment firm, TMS Talent, has acquired digital and technology specialist recruitment business, Scout Talent. This key move effective 13 July 2020 is in line with TMS Talent’s…
China, India and US may lose up to 40 million tourism jobs
Global job losses from the Covid-19 crisis could far exceed 100 million, with China, India and the US expected to be the hardest hit as these countries stand to lose almost 40 million…
Austrian extends short-time work
Due to the global developments in connection with the coronavirus and the continuing restrictions on travel, Austrian Airlines is extending the short-time working model for its 7,000…
British Airways furlough sad but necessary step, says GlobalData
Following the news that 36,000 British Airways (BA) staff are expected to be furloughed as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19), GlobalData said it is an important step. Nick Wyatt,…
One million travel jobs lost every day: WTTC
A staggering one million jobs are being lost every day in the travel and tourism sector due to the sweeping effect of the coronavirus pandemic, according to the World Travel &…
WTTC warns 50 million tourism jobs could go in coronavirus outbreak
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has argued up to 50 million jobs in the tourism sector are at risk due to the global Covid-19 pandemic.
Gloria Guevara, president of WTTC…
Air Canada salutes women in aviation
Air Canada marked Women of Aviation Worldwide Week leading up to International Women’s Day 2020 by celebrating the achievements of its women employees while also looking ahead to the…
Be the social change: UNDP and Mövenpick in Maldives initiate ‘each for equal’ programme
Mӧvenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives celebrated International Women’s Day by organising a master class with Akiko Fujii, resident representative of United Nations Development Programme…
ANA recognised for diversity and inclusion
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest airline, has received the Advanced Achievement Award from the Japan Women’s Innovative Network (J-Win) for the second consecutive year. J-Win’s…
Hospitality bucks national trend to deliver 15% apprenticeship growth
The UK’s hospitality sector is delivering continued apprenticeship growth, bucking the national trend in other sectors. Speaking at the Hospitality Apprenticeship Showcase in Parliament,…
LHC expands into Asia with first office in Bangkok
LHC International, a recruitment consulting firm specialising in the hospitality sector with a focus on middle and upper management roles, has announced the launch of its operations…
United Airlines wins accolades for LGBTQ+ workplace equality
United Airlines announced it has received a perfect score of 100% on the 2020 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), a premier benchmarking survey and report on corporate policies and practices…
Qantas pilot training school takes off in Toowoomba, Australia
Qantas has opened its new Pilot Academy at Toowoomba, in Queensland. The academy will have the capacity to train up to 250 pilots each year to build a long-term talent pipeline for…
Sky’s the limit for mums flying together after 25 years
A chance re-union on an airline training course led to two mums flying together again last week for the first time in 25 years, after getting a second chance at an airline cabin crew…
Gulf Air ropes in 22 Bahraini maintenance technicians
Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, recently welcomed a new batch of 22 Bahraini aircraft maintenance technicians who have recently joined the airline and began their training…
HR, red flags and why ‘eating strategy for breakfast’ doesn’t go far enough
On a whistle-stop of Asia, Amadeus' people & culture chief officer, Sabine Hansen Peck finds time to speak to TD about the everchanging world of modern HR.
Etihad marks graduation of 140 UAE nationals
Etihad Aviation Group recently celebrated the graduation of 140 UAE nationals from various training programmes during a Year of Tolerance-themed ceremony at Zayed University, Abu Dhabi.…
What makes employers think you are better suited
Have you been daydreaming of travelling to distant places away from your comfort zone? For people with a love of new experiences, a career in travel is rewarding. But do you know what…
Travelodge is opening six hotels in the lead up to Christmas
Travelodge, the UK’s budget hotel chain announces it is opening six hotels in the lead up to Christmas. This equates to an average of one hotel opening every 12 days.
These six hotels…
IATA launches gender diversity campaign
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) launched the 25by2025Campaign—an airline industry initiative to advance gender diversity in the airline industry by 2025. The 25by2025…
Digital, green and social skills need of the hour
Research released today by People 1st International, a Next Tourism Generation Alliance (NTG) partner, highlights the importance that employers in the UK’s tourism sector are placing on…
Could you be British Airways’ next high flyer? Applications open for graduate scheme in UK
British Airways is on the lookout for ambitious and adventurous graduates to help implement its unprecedented GBP 6.5 billion (USD 8.08 billion) transformation programme. The airline is…
DoubleTree by Hilton Melaka embraces woman’s touch
Awarded recently as the best company for women by Fairygodboss, the largest female career community where highly motivated women go to share authentic work and life experiences, Hilton…
New horizons: WTTC and Deloitte unveil initiative on future of work transformations in tourism
Accounting for one in 10 jobs on the planet, travel and tourism is a key driver of job creation. To ensure a successful transformation in the digital revolution, World Travel &…
Hilton expands family-friendly benefits
In a robust expansion of its family-friendly benefits, Hilton has announced an extension of its parental leave. The enhancements underscore Hilton’s commitment to creating an inclusive…
Wyndham Destinations to add 140 jobs as part of Orlando expansion
Wyndham Destinations, vacation ownership and exchange company, announced it would add 140 jobs to its South Orlando call centre operations as part of an expansion to support the ongoing…
OYO Vacation Homes to hire 1,000 employees in Europe by 2020
OYO Vacation Homes, vacation rental companies in Europe, has announced it will hire at least 1.000 employees in Europe by 2020. This decision follows the recently stated commitment to…
Dream job: These companies will pay you to travel
Here are some companies that offer to send you on a trip and pay you for doing so.
HARP wallen: Recruiting for a global lifestyle
Global specialists in executive recruitment, HARP wallen delivers cost-effective solutions for the travel, tourism, hospitality and luxury retail sectors. For over 20 years, the…
HR trends to watch in 2019
People are the backbone of the hospitality industry. Accounting for 10.4% of global GDP, travel and tourism is one of the world’s largest economic sectors. The industry employs almost…
Building a team is just like baking a cake
Take a strong vision, add a dash of passion and a sprinkling of fun, then top it all off with thoughtful leadership. The recipe for a well-functioning team is simple, yet effective. Get the…
“Creativity is key”: GM of The St. Regis Doha
The St. Regis Doha is a property recognised for its elegance, luxury and renowned service standards. With its prime location, and award-winning restaurants, The St. Regis Doha adds potential…
“Nothing replaces the human factor”: GM of The Westin KL
The Westin KL's new GM talks about patience, communication and the value of movement in a career.
Five personality traits of a travel consultant
Being paid to travel the world and share your impressions of the people and places that you encounter is considered by many to be a dream job.
Current employment trends point to a…
Overlooking the twin towers: Live it up at the only 4-star ibis in Asia
ibis, the midscale brand from AccorHotels, made its debut in Kuala Lumpur with the opening of ibis Hotel Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC) last August. Well within the shadows of the iconic…
Traveltek founder and CEO Kenny Picken to retire
Coming just a week after the resignation of senior vice president of sales Francis Riley, Traveltek’s founder and CEO Kenny Picken has now announced his plans to retire after sixteen years…
“Culture is the key” says Amadeus’ HR mandarin
With employees always on the lookout for new opportunities to develop their life experiences as much as their career, the responsibility of human resources to find, develop and retain a…
Founders and CEOs share their tips for finding the right team members
For the past year, I have spoken with founders and CEOs of various travel companies on how to find the right team members.
ITDC partners with local university to boost tourism education
With an aim to accelerate tourism and hospitality sectors in India, the Tourism Development Board entered into an agreement with Amity University in Haryana, India.
Mentoring, vision and thought leadership with Sushma Panikker Ceasar
Sushma Panikker Ceasar is an expert in leadership development and talent management.
Pipeline of female talent in aviation “simply not there,” says Flybe CEO
Following an online survey commissioned by Flybe, the UK based regional airline has announced it will be taking measures to combat the gender imbalance it perceives within the aviation…
The workforce of the future: When AI meets HR
TD spoke to Jitender Panihar on this week's podcast about how AI will affect the role of HR professionals and indeed the global workforce.
“Doing away with the yearly appraisals that nobody likes”: HR tech in 2018
I spoke to Adrian Tan, the cofounder of The Resource Group, about how HR technology will disrupt the industry in the years to come and how HR departments will operate in the future.
“HR is not about policies or transactions” – Sam Neo, founder of People Mentality Inc.
Sam Neo is the founder of People Mentality Incorporated, a Singapore-based HR consultancy, focussing on employment culture, I spoke to him about creating the 'picture perfect employer of…
Kevin Tatem to make “immediate impact” at Frontdesk Anywhere
Frontdesk Anywhere has announced Kevin Tatem as its new managing director of Asia Pacific. Tatem will be based at the cloud-based hotel Property Management System (PMS)'s Bangkok office,…
CWT Meetings & Events new senior director to harness APAC MICE potential
Carlson Wagonlit Travel’s dedicated MICE division CWT Meetings & Events has signed up Sam Lay, as its new senior director for Asia Pacific.
Tom Enders declares “the ideal candidate” for CEO Airbus Helicopters
Airbus has appointed Bruno Even, 49, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Airbus Helicopters, effective 1 April 2018. He will report to Airbus CEO Tom Enders and join the company’s Executive…
InterContinental Hotels promote seasoned executive to MD for Europe
IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) has appointed industry leader Karin Sheppard as Managing Director for IHG across its European business.
Bleisure Travel – The Key to Happier (and Cheaper) Employees?
Nearly a third or 30 percent of employees would accept a lower paying job if it meant more travel, research from Booking.com has shown.
Business travel has long been seen as a workplace…
Hilton provides leadership training to young Chinese
Hilton has become the first hospitality company to partner with the China Foundation for Poverty Alleviation (CFPA), in a bid to provide leadership training and fund projects that improve…
SIA to create pilot training school in Singapore
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a joint venture for pilot training in Singapore.
The arrangement with CAE, the aviation training…
EVA cancels flights due to cabin crew shortage
EVA Air was forced to cancel dozens of flights on Sunday, when more than 500 flight attendants asked for the day off.
The unusual manpower crunch occurred a day after Typhoon Nesat…
Asia Pacific to need quarter of a million new pilots
Airlines based in the Asia Pacific region will need to find more than a quarter of a million new pilots over the next 20 years, Boeing has predicted.
According to the "2017 Pilot and…
CWT appoints new CEO in India
Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT) has appointed Vishal Sinha as its new chief executive officer for India.
Based at CWT India's head office in Gurgaon, near Delhi, Sinha takes over from…
Marriott supports Asian women
Marriott International has formed a new partnership aimed at helping improving the employment prospects of women in Asian countries.
The hotel group will now support the Asian University…
Mövenpick creates Gen Y committee to target millennials
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has created a new committee to advise it how to attract millennial guests and staff.
The new team comprises "Generation Y" employees and entrepreneurs,…
CLIA opens membership to Asian agents
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has started allowing Asian travel agents to join its membership and accreditation programme.
At an event in Jakarta yesterday, held in…
Indian tourism supports 40 million jobs
India’s travel and tourism industry supported 40.3 million jobs in 2016 - the second most of any country in the world.
According to a report by the World Travel & Tourism Council…
Airbus starts work on major training centre in India
Airbus is investing in the future of the Indian aviation sector, with the development of a major new training centre near Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport.
A ground-breaking…
First Saudi woman appointed hotel GM
History was made in the hotel industry recently when Rezidor Hotel Group appointed the first ever Saudi Arabian female general manager.
Maram Kokandi will lead the new Park Inn by…
Korean woman stands for UNWTO top job
South Korea's Young-shim Dho is one of seven candidates in line to become the UN World Tourism Organization’s new secretary-general.
Ms Dho is currently the chair of the UNWTO's…
Finnair to cancel 90+ flights on Friday
Finnair has confirmed that it will cancel more than 90 flights on Friday 17 March, due to strike action at Helsinki Airport.
The industrial action is due to take place between 3pm and…
亚太仍是新加坡商旅首选地
本月，美国运通全球商务旅行（American Express GBT）发布的最新数据显示，亚太地区仍然是新加坡商务旅客的出差首选，这一地区的城市们总共占比2016年10大出境目的地的所有前十位。
不过，虽然目的地仍然基本和原来相同，但是商务旅行者们的出行方式却发生了一些改变。
Dr Carl…
PATA boosts tourism training in the Maldives
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is helping the Maldives to improve the skills of its tourism workforce by hosting a series of HR workshops in the country.
The association…
Pandaw trains underprivileged youths in Myanmar
Pandaw Expeditions, the river cruise operator, has partnered with a restaurant in Myanmar to launch a new training programme for teenagers from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Sanon, the…
Gender salary gap remains in Asian travel industry
The difference between the salaries of men and women in Asia Pacific’s travel, tourism and hospitality industries appears to be widening, a new report has found.
The 2017 ‘Salary &…
Dusit exchanges staff with Japan’s Prince Hotels
Dusit International has entered the next phase of its alliance with Japan's Prince Hotels, with the launch of a staff exchange programme this month.
The companies first joined forces…
THAI denies strike rumours
Thai Airways has denied that its staff are planning to go on strike.
Following recent reports of potential industrial action, THAI's acting president, Usanee Sangsingkeo, "clarified"…
James Hogan to leave Etihad
James Hogan is stepping down as president & CEO of the Etihad Aviation Group.
The Australian, who has led Etihad since 2006, will leave the Abu Dhabi-based airline in the second…
Cambodians complain about foreign tour guides
A group of Cambodian tour guides has complained to the country’s Ministry of Tourism about the rising number of unlicensed guides operating at Angkor Wat.
The Phnom Penh Post reports that…
