KIDZ PARADISE makes Hilton Sanya Yalong Bay an easy sell for TA’s
Hilton Sanya Yalong Bay Resort & Spa announces the opening of its new KIDZ PARADISE. A total space of 1500sqm allocated to indoor game zones and a large outdoor water playground…
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New resort to bring luxury alpine style skiing to the Changbai Mountains
Baishan city in northeast China's Jilin province aims to become a global high-end snow-ice tourism destination by building a world-class ski resort complex.
China Belt and Road Initiative re-launched with a more international voice
After six months of preparation, the new China Belt and Road Initiative website has been officially launched in seven languages (simplified Chinese, traditional Chinese, English, French,…
Does China Airlines really deserve fifth award as best Airline in north Asia?
It should come as no great surprise that China Airlines that has once again received the nod for best Airline in north Asia by U.S. travel magazine, Global Traveler. Its fifth award in as…
Watch out ANZ, Singapore Airlines and Cathay — Hainan Airlines is coming for you
Hainan Airlines has launched a non-stop service between Shenzhen, China and Cairns, Australia. The maiden flight of Hainan Airlines HU745, took off from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport…
Sanya: China’s tropical city on target for record breaking numbers in 2017
Sanya, China's top destination for island tourism, received a total of 620,000 inbound tourists by the end of November of 2017, representing year-on-year growth of 70 percent. The tropical…
CNN goes behind the scenes of China’s business travel market
There is an air travel revolution going on in China and it's having a transformative impact globally. China has overtaken the United States as the world's biggest business travel market. As…
Hilton selected as China’s best hospitality employer
Hilton announced have that it has been named one of Greater China's Best Companies to Work For by global research and consulting firm, the Great Place to Work Institute. This is the third…
China’s ‘Coconut City’ now open to Southeast Asian tourists
The Haikou Tourism Development Commission of China recently bared plans to welcome Vietnamese and Philippine visitors.
The Hainan province-based agency announced that it was collaborating…
Marriott International unveil Courtyard by Marriott Zhengzhou Airport
Marriott International today announced the opening of the 270-room Courtyard by Marriott Zhengzhou Airport – located within the Zhengzhou Airport Economy Zone. The hotel is just a five…
Air China and Air Canada build “foundation of a profound cooperation”
Air Canada and Air China Limited have announced that the airlines will expand their mutual codeshare services and lounge agreement in time for the 2018 Canada-China Year of Tourism,…
World Travel Awards hat-trick crowns a special year for Deer Jet
For the third year in a row, Deer Jet has been selected as the "World's Leading Private Jet Charter", at the The World Travel Awards (WTA), the travel industry's leading awards programme.
Obama, Jazz and the Fairmont Peace Hotel
The former US president Barack Obama stayed in the Presidential Suite at the Fairmont Peace Hotel during his recent visit in Shanghai for the third annual Global Alliance of SMEs Summit at…
Mafengwo raise $133 million to lead Chinese online travel industry evolution
Mafengwo, a Chinese independent online travel platform, has announced that it has closed its Series D fundraising round of $133 million. New investors in this fundraising round include…
KHOS: “business travel is inseparable from lifestyle” says CEO Sonia Cheng
Rosewood Hotel Group introduces a new hotel brand – KHOS – an innovative concept for business hotels with a distinct lifestyle orientation inspired by the energy, art, innovation,…
Shanghai Disney: Toy Story Land opening date confirmed
Shanghai Disney Resort announced today that Shanghai Disneyland's seventh themed land - the highly anticipated Disney Toy Story Land - is set to open on April 26, 2018, welcoming guests of…
agoda: Union Pay deal to generate customer convenience – and profit
UnionPay International announced today the signing of a comprehensive cooperation agreement with agoda, one of the world's fastest-growing online travel booking platforms.
Shanghai Disney Resort: Introduce the kids to Woody and Buzz in all-new Toy Story Land
One of The Walt Disney Company's most popular franchises will have an even bigger presence at Shanghai Disney Resort's theme park, Shanghai Disneyland, when the park expands to include its…
World’s top chef to star at the Morpheus Hotel in City of Dreams in Macao
Macao's premier integrated resort is teaming up with one of the world's most celebrated chefs for a global culinary first, as City of Dreams announced that it will collaborate with the…
Fourth Asia Super Team unveil overall winners and reveals MICE big data
The fourth Asia Super Team competition, organized by the Bureau of Foreign Trade and executed by TAITRA, organized a major press event for the final at Taipei International Convention…
Top of the class: Sands China’s quest for leaders
Sands China Ltd. celebrated its first group of team members to graduate from the innovative Sands China International Strategic Leadership Programme for Integrated Resorts with a Nov. 17…
The future? InterContinental enters franchise agreement with HK CTS Hotels
HK CTS Hotels has entered into a strategic partnership agreement with InterContinental Hotels Group at Crowne Plaza Beijing Lido, pursuant to which they would jointly operate…
Blockbusters: Cryptocurrency pioneers OwlTing launch world’s first blockchain hotel management service
OwlTing, a Taiwanese technology company focusing on blockchain & e-commerce, is launching "OwlNest Blockchain Hotel Management Service," an integrated lodging management platform to help…
Dazzling sun or cosy fires? Six contrasting tips for the festive season
Whether it’s escaping the winter chill, or embracing it wholeheartedly, Worldhotels has the ideal locale to suggest for guests at the end of 2017.
Ctrip climbs aboard the Big Bus for one-stop bookings
Ctrip.com International, has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Big Bus Tours. Both companies will work together in areas of innovative marketing and product diversification to…
FIT Ruums arrives in Japan to take advantage of tourism boom
FIT Ruums, Webjet Group’s B2B travel distributor in Asia, has taken a major step forward in its global expansion strategy with the launch of its first Japanese office in Osaka.
Unite and Concur: why WeChat has joined forces with corporate travel giant
Concur, an SAP company and a global provider of travel, expense and invoice management solutions, today introduced an electronic fapiao (a Chinese tax receipt) solution, developed to…
Events Travel Asia reveal “wonderful news” to capitalise on rapid growth
Ahead of leading international business events trade show IBTM World held in Barcelona, young entrepreneur and AFECA Young Professional Award 2017 recipient Max Boontawee Jantasuwan has…
Centara Hotels and Resorts 3 point plan for change
Following Centara’s recent announcement that it had strengthened its management team by welcoming back seasoned industry professional Markland Blaiklock, in a newly formed role of Deputy…
How Anantara Vacation Club plan to enhance customer experience
Anantara Vacation Club, has the deployed the Aspect Unified IP contact centre platform to enhance the club's customer engagement and outbound marketing operations in Hong Kong and Shanghai.
Why Portugal is proving irresistible to Chinese travellers
The Chinese tourist market in Portugal experienced steady growth this year. This growth is one of the reasons behind the importance of this year’s congress of the Portuguese Association of…
Preferred Hotels & Resorts 25 new additions includes 8 in Asia
Preferred Hotels & Resorts has announced the addition of 25 new member hotels and resorts across eight countries between August and October 2017. From beachfronts in Hawaii to culture…
Bullet train trialled on ‘path to heaven’
The trial run of a bullet train from Chengdu, Sichuan province, to Xi’an in neighboring Shaanxi province took about four hours on Wednesday morning, cutting travel time between the cities by…
Art Basel: Why the Murray Hong Kong has embraced its artistic side
The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel, has announced its partnership with Art Basel Hong Kong 2018. Scheduled from 29 to 31 March 2018 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, the…
Q&A with Janet McNab:The Macao based MD who is always up for a good challenge
The managing director of Sheraton Grand Macao Hotel and The St. Regis Macao, Cotai Central talks shop with Travel Daily.
Duterte, Chinese PM and Thailand support “deepening and broadening” of ASEAN commitment
New levels of ASEAN-China tourism cooperation were lauded as a success and an indication of more to come, at the closing ceremony of the ASEAN-China Tourism Cooperation Year 2017, which took…
Hard Rock Shenzhen’s pair of aces signal commitment to success
Following its opening in September 2017, Hard Rock Shenzhen have shown they intend to nail down their presence in mainland China, with a canny pair of appointments, well versed in the…
Klook: How ‘Yurutabi’ brings over 1 million Japanese to HK
Klook the attractions, tours, and activities booking platform recently formed a partnership with Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) to kick off a series of marketing campaigns to…
HH Travel sends Chinese travellers “pole to pole”
Ultra-luxury cruise line Silversea Cruises has announced a unique collaboration with China’s leading luxury travel brand, HH Travel.
Sansiri diversifies: 650 million investment to industry pioneers
In a bid to move beyond real estate development, Sansiri Public Company Limited has invested US$80 million (HKD 650 million/ SGD 110 million) into six leading global technology and lifestyle…
World Travel Market 2017: Hong Kong on the up, while London takes a tumble
London will fall down the global city destination rankings in the next seven years, slipping from third to sixth, according to research for WTM (World Travel Market - London).
Hong Kong International passes the hero test
Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) successfully conducted its annual aircraft crash and rescue exercise this morning, proving its readiness and effectiveness in handling contingencies.…
Centara: Markland Blaiklock to lead expansion project
Centara Hotels & Resorts announced the appointment of Markland Blaiklock as deputy chief executive officer, effective immediately. Mr. Blaiklock will be responsible for steering the…
WTM 2017: Terracotta Army storms into London
On November 6, 2017 at 10:00 a.m., a Terracotta Warrior Flashmob event organized by the Shaanxi Provincial Tourism Development Commission was held at the World Travel Market London. 50…
GEG rolls out WeChat pay in Macau
Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) launches a partnership with ICBC (Macau) and WeChat, making it the first hospitality and entertainment group in Macau to accept WeChat pay throughout its…
AsBAA applauds Macau government’s policy shift
AsBAA, Asia’s non-profit representative trade body for business and general aviation, took a lead at the Macau Business Aviation Exhibition (MBAE2017) with announcements that there will be…
CWT: what really worries Asia Pacific business travellers?
Recently conducted research by Carlson Wagonlit Travel found that while more than one-third (37 percent) of European travellers are concerned about safety and security, their counterparts…
Genting doubles fleet size for Millennials
Genting Cruise Lines commemorated the official handover of World Dream, the newly constructed second new build for Dream Cruises, on 26 October 2017 during a special event in Bremerhaven,…
Cathay Dragon: New HK to Nanning service
Cathay Dragon announced today that it will commence a new four-times-weekly service between Hong Kong and Nanning in Guangxi beginning 8 January 2018, further strengthening the airline’s…
An unexpected location for Courtyard?
Marriott International, Inc. today announced the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Tianjin Hongqiao. With a prime location and convenient access to the major transportation facilities in…
Z.TAO gets ripped for Fashion Zone debut
Madame Tussauds Hong Kong prepares to welcome versatile artist Z.TAO in 2018. Mr. Huang Zitao has been invited to be the first celebrity housed at Fashion Zone and will attend the unveiling…
Why is age the secret to Airbnb success?
Airbnb celebrates the UN’s International Day of Older Persons. This year, the theme for was “Stepping into the Future”, something Airbnb claims it is seeing senior people do all over APAC.
Soda Panda’s guide to Macau’s hidden gems
Guests of Sheraton Grand Macao Hotel, Cotai Central can discover the unique charms of Macao more than ever before. Sheraton Grand Macao is partnering with a talented team of local artists…
How Finnair plans to reach quarter billion Chinese consumers
Finnair will start collaboration with JD.com, also known as Jingdong, one of the leading e-commerce companies in China. Finnair will be the first non-Chinese airline to open a flagship store…
Ctrip double-down on tech’ advantages at ITB Asia 2017
Ctrip.com International highlighted the importance of South East Asia and the potential of the region to become a hotspot for China's rapidly growing outbound travel market, at the 10th…
“We are headed for a major infrastructure crisis” IATA warns Assembly of Presidents
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called for urgent action to address the challenges of infrastructure, regulatory harmonization and sustainability.
Hotelbeds: potential for China market “vast and almost unimaginable”
Hotelbeds Group, has announced today – at the ITB Asia event taking place in Singapore – outstanding growth in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region during the 2016/17.
Klook raise US$60 million to secure global future
Klook announced yesterday that it has completed a near US$60 million Series C funding. This round of investment, representing the largest deal ever for an in-destination service booking…
Take the plunge with Atlantis Sanya’s underwater suites
Atlantis Sanya, the aquapark and resort, has announced its plans for a number of signature and underwater suites to guests staying at this unusual destination accomodations. The resort is to…
Korea welcomed as new member of the Asia Cruise Cooperation
Hainan Provincial Tourism Development Commission, Hong Kong Tourism Board, Philippine Department of Tourism, the Taiwan Tourism Bureau, and Xiamen Municipal Tourism Development Commission…
Ctrip: Have Chinese tourists developed a taste for the high life?
Ctrip released its “2017 One Belt One Road Travel Report” (OBOR), at its own 2nd Annual Hotel Summit held in Shanghai this week. Where over 750 global hotel group executives, industry…
Priceline help Meituan-Dianping raise $4 billion
Meituan-Dianping, China’s largest service-focused e-commerce platform, today announced it has raised $4 billion in a new Series C financing round.
UNWTO/PATA: focused on the challenges of sustainable tourism
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and the People’s Government of Guilin of China held the 11th UNWTO/PATA Forum on Tourism Trends and Outlook…
AirAsia brings the party to paradise
AirAsia’s newest route lets citizens of Macao and Mainland travel directly to Thailand’s paradise island of Phuket, flying daily and direct from Macao to Phuket starting this January 8,…
China Airlines returns to the UK
China Airlines, the national flag carrier of the Republic of China (Taiwan), is returning to the UK following a five year hiatus.
It will launch a new non-stop service between London…
Shanghai Fashion week struts its stuff for W Hotels
Just in time for Shanghai Fashion Week, W Hotels Worldwide have unveiled ‘XU ZHI for W Hotels,’ an exclusive capsule collection by XU ZHI to celebrate the opening of the first W hotel in…
Disney face lift to push Marvel and Frozen in Asian markets
Hong Kong Disneyland Resort have officially kicked off the multi-year transformation of the park, with new attractions and entertainment experiences that will bring Disney characters and…
Europe and Chinese unite ‘to promote the development of China’
The European Commission-funded Partnerships in European Tourism project will arrive in Beijing at the China Outbound Travel & Tourism Market in April 2018 – marking the first of a series…
Northrop & Johnson return old-world charm to Hong Kong
Two classic Hong Kong boats have been lovingly restored by their respective owners and are now available, for the very first time, for private charter.
American Express forecasts robust growth for MICE in 2018
The meetings & events industry can be optimistic about growth prospects next year, driven by increased competition in the supply chain for market share, and robust investments and a…
Skyscanner: China and the future of travel
Skyscanner has released a white-paper focusing on travel technology trends in China and detailing why many in the industry are now looking East for inspiration.
Hotelogix Mobile Hotel app launches at ITB Asia 2017
Hotelogix is set to launch its revolutionary mobile app, Hotelogix Mobile Hotel, at ITB Asia, 2017.
Cycling fever at Hong Kong Cyclothon
Organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), the Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon was held on Sunday, with the participation of 4,900 local and international cyclists.
Le Méridien gains momentum in China
Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts, announced the opening of Le Méridien Suzhou, Suzhou Bay, yesterday, marking the brand’s debut in Suzhou.
Swiss-Belhotel International: 30 years of success
Swiss-Belhotel International, global hotel chain and hospitality management group, recently celebrated 30 years since its inception – a major milestone in the company’s history.
Kafnu: challenging the ordinary?
Next Story Group launches a new brand of blended lifestyle spaces, Kafnu, with the opening of its first site, Kafnu Hong Kong at Kerry Hotel, on 3 October 2017.
Angie Hospitality brings guest rooms online
Angie Hospitality, creator of the world's first 24-hour interactive guest room assistant, is expanding its global presence by demonstrating the product at the 2017 Hong Kong Electronics…
ONYX on for the hat-trick
ONYX Hospitality Group is inviting travellers to discover new destinations with them in 2018. openings across its Amari and OZO brands including OZO Hoi An in Vietnam, Amari Vang Vieng in…
Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen talent auditions
After a month of reviewing almost 100 entries, the winners of the Hard Rock Talents Auditions have been revealed.
Star Cruises scoop best itinerary award
Star Cruises was honoured with the Best Itinerary Award during the Shanghai Cruise Tourism Festival, organized by the Shanghai Baoshan Government at the end of last month.
The award was…
China’s golden week travellers
The UK could look forward to a rise in visitors from China this as China National Day and the Golden Week holiday begin. Golden Week is a prime time of travel for China, and more and more…
NBA 2017 opportunities for Marriott International Loyalty Members
Marriott International have announced a collection of experiences at the NBA Global Games 2017, exclusive to its loyalty program members.
Lucky Air to fly from Helsinki Airport
The role of Helsinki Airport as a hub between Europe and Asia strengthens as Chinese Lucky Air commences flights to Finland in winter 2018. Finavia, the Finnish airport operator, has…
Pullman Run on track in Shanghai
Pullman and Adidas have teamed up for the very first Pullman Run at Pullman Shanghai South – as part of Pullman Fit, the brand’s concept to create a healthier lifestyle for travellers.…
SALA Hospitality appoints AsianKeys
Capitalising on the continued growth and strength of the China inbound market to Thailand, SALA Hospitality has appointed AsianKeys to represent the boutique hospitality brand’s seven…
Sands China wins Gold Awards at PATA 2017
Sands China Ltd received two Gold Awards at the prestigious 2017 Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Gold Awards.
The two awards, received in the Corporate Environmental Programme…
Mandarin Oriental unveils new luxury hotel In Beijing
Hotel located in the traditional quarter, close to Tiananmen Square
The Hotelier Awards 2017 Asia Finalists Announced
The Hotelier Awards, the annual awards recognising individuals’ professional excellence across the hospitality sector in Asia, have today announced the 2017 finalists.
Now in their…
Hard Rock International Opens Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen
In a pioneering move, Hard Rock International announced the opening of its first hotel in Mainland China, the Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen, this week.
Located within the Mission Hills …
The Parisian Macao’s Le Buffet Wins ‘Best Macau Casual Dining Restaurant’ Award
The Parisian Macao’s Le Buffet restaurant has won the Best Macau Casual Dining Restaurant award at the Hong Kong Restaurant Interior Design Awards 2017 (HKRIDA), held in Hong Kong.
Part…
China Southern Airlines announces flights to Cairns
China Southern Airlines is launching its fifth Australian route this December, opening up Queensland’s tropical north to UK passengers.
The new route will fly from Heathrow to…
Where to Stay: new hotels from Waldorf Astoria, Sofitel, Rosewood and more
Rosewood Sanya (pictured above)
Location: Part of a 16-hectare integrated resort development in Haitang Bay, next to a large convention centre
Grade: Luxury
Keys: 246, including 45…
Chongqing airport opens third terminal
Western China's largest city can now cater to significantly more air passengers, following the completion of a major expansion project at Chongqing’s Jiangbei International Airport.…
Nanjing gets new European connection
Finnair has revealed plans for the continued expansion its Asian network, with the launch of a new non-stop connection to Nanjing, the capital of eastern China’s Jiangsu province.…
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…
Where to Stay: new hotels from Hyatt, Mandarin Oriental, Avani and more
Grand Hyatt Changsha
Location: In a 61-story tower overlooking Xiang River on Xiangjiang Road in Changsha, the capital of Hunan province
Grade: Luxury
Keys: 354
Facilities: Five…
Tujia, Rakuten join forces for Japanese homestays
Tujia, the Chinese home-sharing company, has formed a new partnership with Rakuten, Japan's e-commerce giant, to encourage more Chinese visitors to stay in Japanese homes.
Details of…
Dusit signs double development on China’s south coast
Dusit International has signed an agreement to manage a pair of new properties on China’s south coast, in Guangdong province.
The Thai hotel group's Chinese subsidiary, Dusit Fudu, will…
Zhengzhou gets first Australian connection
Zhengzhou, the capital of central China's Henan province, will get its first direct connection to Australia later this year.
Jetstar has announced plans to start flying direct to the…
TripAdvisor reveals surging Chinese demand for Thailand travel
A new report from TripAdvisor has revealed that Chinese interest in travel to Thailand continues to soar, building on already strong visitor arrivals.
China was found to be the…
Malaysian PM launches Langkawi’s new Chinese connection
Malaysia's Prime Minister, Najib Razak, has overseen the launch of AirAsia's new direct flight connecting Langkawi with mainland China.
The low-cost carrier recently commenced the first…
Philippines offers visa-on-arrival to Chinese tourists
The Philippines has decided to start offering visa-on-arrival to Chinese tourists, in a bid to tap into this massive inbound market.
The decision was taken as part of the Philippine…
Where to Stay: the latest hotels in KL, Nagoya, Colombo and more
Favehotel Tuban
Location: On Basuki Rachmad Road in Tuban, the seaport in East Java, three hours' drive from Surabaya's Juanda International Airport
Grade: Economy
Keys: 105…
Western China gets connected to New York
Western China will get two new connections to New York this winter, as Hainan Airlines continues to expand its trans-Pacific network.
On 20 October 2017, the Chinese carrier will launch…
Third HNA airline to launch UK flights
China's fast-expanding HNA Group will launch another flight to the UK this winter, as it continues to develop its long-haul operations.
Two HNA-owned carriers, Hainan Airlines and…
China plans huge national park for pandas
The Chinese government is planning to create a huge new national park covering the country's main giant panda habitats.
Xinhua reports that the new park will cover more than…
Asian air route updates, including connections to Krabi, Chongqing and Hiroshima
Malaysia Airlines to launch Chongqing route
Where? Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) to Chongqing (China)
When? Three times a week, effective 30 October 2017
Who? Malaysia Airlines
Why?…
Banyan Tree completes Chinese joint venture
Banyan Tree has completed an agreement for the creation of a new joint venture in China, plus the divestment of a stake in its main company.
The Singapore-based luxury hotel group has…
Where to Stay: new hotels in Beijing, Jakarta, Yangon and more
Hilton Yantai
Location: Within the Shimao Skyscraper, a 323-metre-high building in Yantai, overlooking the Bohai Strait in China's Shandong province
Grade: Upper-upscale
Keys: 252…
China to get new connection to Serbia
China will get its first air link to Serbia next month, when Hainan Airlines launches its new route between Beijing and Belgrade.
Commencing on 15 September 2017, the new long-haul…
Marriott seeks Chinese advantage with Alibaba
Marriott International has formed a new partnership with e-commerce giant, Alibaba, aimed at giving the hotel group an important boost in the fast-growing Chinese market.
The joint…
Asian air route updates from HK Express, Cambodia Angkor Air, Qatar Airways and more
AirAsia adds Malaysian domestic connection
Where? Kuching to Langkawi (both Malaysia)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? AirAsia
Why? Low-cost carrier…
Ctrip, Baidu offer translation for Chinese tourists
Ctrip has teamed up with Baidu, the Chinese search engine, to provide a new translation service for Chinese tourists abroad.
Using Baidu's "optical character recognition" (OCR)…
Where to Stay: new hotels in Taiwan, China, Indonesia and more
CitizenM Taipei North Gate
Location: Overlooking the Tamsui River, within walking distance of Taipei Main Station
Grade: Upper-upscale
Keys: 267
Facilities: 24-hour F&B outlet,…
Sanya aims to lure Indonesian travellers
Tourism officials from the Chinese beach resort of Sanya have held a promotional event in Indonesia, with the aim of attracting more visitors from Southeast Asia's largest country.…
Asian air route updates from Thai Smile, Lao Airlines, Jetstar and more
Thai Smile flies to Lucknow
Where? Bangkok (Thailand) to Lucknow (India)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? Thai Smile
Why? Thai Airways' regional subsidiary taps…
Opportunity for UK inbound operators to capitalise on China’s Golden Week
Travel and tourism businesses in the UK should leverage the forthcoming Golden Week, which is China’s 7-day-long National Day holiday (Oct 1-7) to attract inbound tourists from the ever…
Marriott commits to Chinese Winter Olympic venue
Marriott International has agreed to manage a hotel located in the Chinese ski resort that will host the 2022 Winter Olympics.
The Games was awarded to Beijing, but most of the…
UK’s Eden Project expands into Asia Pacific
The company that operates the Eden Project, an environmental visitor attraction in the UK, is planning to bring the concept to the Asia Pacific region.
The Times newspaper reported this…
Air China chooses new in-flight entertainment system
Air China has chosen to equip its new fleet of Airbus A350 aircraft with Panasonic's latest in-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) solution.
The Beijing-based carrier has…
Where to Stay: new hotels in Thailand, Vietnam, Hong Kong and more
X2 Vibe Bangkok Sukhumvit Hotel
Location: In the On Nut district of Bangkok
Grade: Upper-midscale
Keys: 145 rooms and 121 serviced residences
Facilities: Café, bar, saltwater…
Asian air route updates from Hainan Airlines, AirAsia, Qatar Airways and more
China gets reconnected to Belgrade
Where? Beijing (China) to Belgrade (Serbia)
When? Twice a week, effective 15 September 2017
Who? Hainan Airlines
Why? Expanding links with Europe as…
Asian air route updates, including new flights to Chiang Mai, Clark and Tianjin
Russian carrier flies 777 to Hainan
Where? Moscow Domodedovo (Russia) to Haikou (China)
When? Once a week, effective immediately
Who? VIM Airlines
Why? Handling rising Russian demand…
Delta adds new US connection to Shanghai
Delta Air Lines will continue to expand its operations in China next summer with the launch of another trans-Pacific service to Shanghai.
The carrier currently operates three direct…
China invests in rural tourism
China is aiming to promote the development of rural tourism, Xinhua reports, with increased investment and policy support aimed at alleviating rural poverty.
A total of CNY550 billion…
New spa to open at Park Hyatt Sanya
Park Hyatt Sanya Sunny Bay Resort will unveil a new spa next week.
The Spa at Sunny Bay is scheduled to open on 23 July, in a standalone village-style complex designed by renowned…
Star Cruises sets sail on “Golden Sea Route”
Star Cruises has launched its inaugural “Golden Sea Route” voyage - a week-long cruise that takes Chinese passengers to some of Japan's most popular destinations.
Only 21 sailings…
China gets first direct connection to Portugal
Links between China and Europe's Iberian Peninsula will continue to grow this month, with the launch of the country's first non-stop scheduled flights to Portugal.
On 25 July 2017,…
Record number of Chinese travel to UK
The first quarter of 2017 saw a record number of Chinese travellers visit the UK.
According to the latest figures from VisitBritain, a total of 54,000 Chinese arrived in the UK in…
Asian air route updates from PAL, AirAsia, Hong Kong Airlines and more
Tianjin Airlines starts flying to Vladivostok
Where? Tianjin (China) to Vladivostok, pictured (Russia)
When? Twice a week, effective immediately
Who? Tianjin Airlines
Why? Connecting…
China Southern Airlines announces new route to Langkawi
China Southern Airlines has launched a new route to the Malaysian archipelago of Langkawi.
The announcement comes after the airline recently increased its London Heathrow-Guangzhou…
AirAsia celebrates 10 years in Shenzhen
AirAsia has celebrated the 10 anniversary of flying to Shenzhen's Bao’an International Airport.
The low-cost carrier first started operating to the Pearl River Delta city in July…
Marriott brings another new brand to China
Marriott International has continued to introduce more of its brands to China, with the debut of its business-focused Fairfield brand in the country.
The launch of Fairfield by Marriott…
Hilton swallows neighbouring hotel in Shenzhen
Hilton's waterfront hotel in Shenzhen has expanded by incorporating a neighbouring property as its new wing.
The former Nanhai Hotel has now been swallowed by the Hilton Shenzhen Shekou…
Where to Stay: new hotels in China, India, Australia and more
Element Foshan Nanhai
Location: In Shishan Town, close to Nanhai Central Park in southern China's Guangdong province
Grade: Upscale
Keys: 329
Facilities: Restaurant, lounge, 24/7…
Asian air route updates from AirAsia, Fiji Airways, China Eastern and more
Guiyang gets Italian charter flights
Where? Milan (Italy) to Guiyang, pictured (China)
When? Once a week, from 10 July to 2 October 2017
Who? Neos
Why? Italian charter carrier creates…
TripAdvisor showcases Thai shopping malls to Chinese travellers
TripAdvisor has launched a new initiative designed to target Chinese outbound travellers' demand for retail therapy in Thailand.
Under the new scheme, the travel review site has…
Where to Stay: new hotels from Fairmont, Regent, Hilton and more
Hilton Garden Inn Singapore Serangoon
Location: Singapore's Little India district
Grade: Midscale
Keys: 328
Facilities: Restaurant, 24-hour "grab and go" F&B outlet, fitness…
Etihad starts flying Dreamliner to Beijing
Etihad Airways has upgraded its Beijing route with the deployment of its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.
The modern twin-aisle jet touched down in the Chinese capital for the first…
United upgrades Asian routes with new 777s
United Airlines is upgrading three more of its Asian routes with the deployment of its revamped Boeing 777-300ER aircraft to Taipei, Beijing and Tokyo.
On 1 August 2017, the US carrier…
Asian air route updates from Air Canada, Shanghai Airlines and more
Air Canada adds new passage to India
Where? Toronto (Canada) to Mumbai (India)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? Air Canada
Why? National carrier continues…
Cairns secures new connection to China
Australia's tropical north could be in line for a significant tourism boost, following the announcement that China Southern Airlines will operate direct flights from Guangzhou to Cairns.…
Where to Stay: new hotels from Nobu, Melia, Swire and more…
The Junei Hotel, Kyoto
Location: Within the grounds of the Kyoto Imperial Palace Gardens West, in the centre of Japan's cultural capital
Grade: Luxury
Keys: 8, all styled on traditional…
W Hotels kicks off major expansion in China
W Hotels has opened its new flagship property in Shanghai, kicking off a major expansion of its portfolio in China.
The new W Shanghai The Bund, which is located on the North Bund between…
Cathay Dragon adds trio of Chinese cities
Cathay Dragon has added three new destinations to its route map in mainland China, as part of an expanded codeshare agreement with Shenzhen Airlines.
Under the new arrangement, Cathay…
Where to Stay: new hotels in Vietnam, China and Australia
Fusion Resort Phu Quoc
Location: Cua Can Bay in the north of southern Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island
Grade: Luxury
Keys: 97 pool villas with up to five bedrooms
Facilities: Several…
Flight delayed after elderly woman throws “lucky” coins into engine
A flight was late leaving Shanghai this week, after an elderly woman was spotted throwing coins into the aircraft's engine.
The Shanghai Daily reports that the 80-year-old woman was…
Norwegian names first Chinese cruise ship in Shanghai
Norwegian Cruise Line’s first Chinese cruise ship, Norwegian Joy, has been officially launched in Shanghai.
The naming ceremony was overseen by Frank Del Rio, Norwegian's president &…
Asian air route updates from AirAsia, China Airlines, Malindo and more
AirAsia connects Thailand's regional cities
Where? Chiang Mai to Ubon Ratchathani (both Thailand)
When? Daily, effective immediately
Who? Thai AirAsia
Why? Low-cost carrier provides…
Xiamen Airlines touches down in LA
Xiamen Airlines, the fast-growing Chinese carrier, has launched its first ever flights to Los Angeles.
The airline’s Boeing 787 Dreamliner touched down at LAX for the first time on 27…
Shanghai opens up riverfront with 18 pedestrian bridges
Eighteen pedestrian bridges will be built across the waterways in Shanghai by the end of the year, as the city aims to open up the Huangpu River to residents and tourists.
The Shanghai…
Ascott passes 100 property milestone in China
Ascott has secured seven new contracts in China, taking its total portfolio in the country to more than 100 properties.
The Singapore-based serviced apartment operator has penned deals…
Chinese hotel development starts to accelerate
Hotel construction in China could start to accelerate again in the coming years, new data has revealed.
China has the Asia Pacific region’s largest hotel pipeline, but it has been…
China Southern pens partnership with Etihad
China Southern Airlines has formed a new codeshare partnership with Etihad Airways.
Effective immediately, the new agreement will see China Southern place its 'CZ' code on Etihad's…
Genting pens fly-cruise agreement with China Southern
Genting Cruise Lines has formed a new partnership with China Southern Airlines aimed at developing fly-cruise opportunities in China and positioning Guangzhou as a major cruise hub.…
Wendy Wu Tours launches bookable agents’ website
Wendy Wu Tours has officially launched a new website enabling agents to book all escorted tours online for the first time.
Agents can now book a group tour 24 hours a day in less…
Sea Life opens first aquarium in China
Merlin Entertainments has opened its first Chinese Sea Life aquarium, located in the western city of Chongqing.
The new attraction, which forms part of the Landmark Riverside Mall,…
Asian air route updates from Lufthansa, Hainan Airlines and more
IndiGo boosts domestic network
Where? Delhi to Chennai (both India)
When? Daily, effective immediately
Who? IndiGo
Why? India's largest domestic carrier, in terms of market share,…
Yao Ming becomes Princess Cruises’ first Chinese ambassador
Princess Cruises has revealed that Yao Ming and his wife, Ye Li, will serve as its first ever "ambassadors" in China.
The basketball couple will also name the new Majestic Princess…
China’s Okay Airways boosts fleet with Boeing
Okay Airways, the Tianjin-based airline, has moved to expand its operations with the placement of orders for 20 Boeing aircraft.
The airline, which operates both domestic and…
Chongqing gets new direct link to New York
The city of Chongqing, which lies on the banks of the Yangtze River in western China, will soon be connected to New York with the launch of non-stop flights by Hainan Airlines.
The…
Asian air route updates, including multiple new flights between China and Thailand
Thailand's NewGen taps Chinese demand for Krabi
Where? Krabi (Thailand) to Hefei (China)
When? Three times a week, effective immediately
Who? NewGen Airways
Why? Thai carrier adds…
Shanghai Disneyland ends first year with 11m visitors
Shanghai Disney Resort has celebrated its first anniversary with a major event attended by Walt Disney's chairman & CEO, Bob Iger.
At the anniversary party on Friday 16 June 2017,…
China Southern deploys Dreamliner to Xinjiang
China Southern Airlines is planning to deploy its Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft to Xinjiang, the restive region in the far west of China.
According to an update on the Routes Online…
Emirates reassures China over safety
Emirates has told China that it will "never compromise" on the issue of safety, following two recent incidents involving the airline's flights.
Xinhua reports that in April, an Emirates…
Where to Stay: including the new Conrad Osaka, Raffles London and Shangri-La Melbourne
Conrad Osaka
Location: Floors 33-40 of the Nakanoshima Festival Complex, between Osaka's Umeda and Namba districts
Grade: Luxury
Keys: 164
Facilities: Four restaurants, a 40th…
Lufthansa adds Asian links from Munich
Lufthansa has unveiled plans to launch a series of long-haul services from Munich next summer, including new flights to key Asian cities.
For summer 2018, the German national carrier…
Asian air route updates from AirAsia, Bangkok Airways, Air Astana and more
AirAsia launches Borneo's new intra-island route
Where? Kuching (Malaysia) to Pontianak (Indonesia)
When? Daily, effective immediately
Who? AirAsia
Why? Low-cost carrier expands…
Asian air route updates: including Singapore Airlines’ latest European connection…
SIA expands A350 network in Europe
Where? Singapore to Stockholm (Sweden)
When? Five times a week, effective immediately
Who? Singapore Airlines
Why? SIA continues to utilise its new…
Thailand clamps down on new wave of “zero baht” tours
Thailand has revealed fresh plans to clamp down on online travel companies that sell low-quality tour packages to the country.
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and the new…
Hotelbeds sets sights on Chinese expansion
Hotelbeds Group is increasing its focus on the Chinese travel market, with plans to expand its hotel collection and staff headcount in the country.
At last week's inaugural MarketHub…
Hainan Airlines upgrades long-haul aircraft cabins
Hainan Airlines has upgraded its long-haul in-flight products, with the roll-out of new cabins aboard its fleet of Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners.
The new passenger offerings were introduced…
Air China develops “express route” to Europe
Air China has teamed up with Beijing and Frankfurt airports to develop a new "express route" between China and Europe.
The new "Easy Way Beijing-Frankfurt" project is aimed at allowing…
HNA’s NYC campaign raises awareness of world hunger
HNA, the Chinese travel and tourism conglomerate, has launched a campaign in New York's Times Square in support of efforts to combat world hunger.
The #ShareMoreDreamMore campaign,…
China tops two million cruise passengers
China's cruise industry continues to boom, with the country exceeding two million passengers for the first time in 2016.
Figures released by the China Cruise & Yacht Industry…
Shanghai Disney welcomes 10m visitors in first year
Shanghai Disney Resort has recorded its 10 millionth visitor, less than a year after it opened.
The milestone was reached with a month still to go until its first anniversary on 16…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Garuda, KLM, AirAsia and more…
Bali gets another Chinese connection
Where? Bali (Indonesia) to Chengdu (China)
When? Three times a week, effective 22 May 2017
Who? Garuda Indonesia
Why? Part of the Indonesian…
Chinese MICE island reopens
Yanqi Island, the MICE destination close to Beijing, has reopened for the summer.
Located 60km north of downtown Beijing, within Yanqi Lake, the island features a 594-room…
Where to Stay: New APAC hotels from Hilton, Dusit, Minor and more…
Novotel Lucknow Gomti Nagar
Location: In the centre of Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh
Grade: Midscale
Keys: 106
Facilities: Four F&B outlets including a rooftop…
Thailand-China rail project to start in 2017
Construction of the new Thailand-China railway project will commence in 2017, the Southeast Asian country's Transport Ministry has told Chinese media.
The first stage of the line will…
China becomes Bali’s top tourism source market
Bali continues to experience a sharp increase in terms of international visitor arrivals, driven by rising number of Chinese tourists.
According to the latest official data, reported…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Norwegian, Spring, Air China and more…
Spring adds low-cost link between key Asian cities
Where? Shanghai Pudong (China) to Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? Spring Airlines
Why?…
China to develop more theme parks
More theme parks will be constructed in China in the coming years, the country's National Tourism Administration (CNTA) said on Sunday.
A CNTA spokesperson told Xinhua that, as part of…
Yunnan Tourism targets US travel trade
The provincial tourism board in Yunnan, southwest China, recently completed a roadshow in the US, where it met with American travel agents.
From 7-11 May 2017, the Yunnan Provincial…
AirAsia “explores” COMAC C919
AirAsia is "exploring" the COMAC C919, China's new domestically-made passenger aircraft.
As part of the airline's move into the mainland Chinese market, AirAsia's executive chairman,…
AirAsia to launch Chinese airline
AirAsia has signed an agreement for its most ambitious venture to date: a low-cost carrier based in mainland China.
The Malaysian company has penned a memorandum of understanding (MoU)…
Rising incomes drive more frequent Chinese travel
Chinese travellers now have the means and desire to travel, and the vast majority expect to do so more often in future.
These are the key findings of a new report from Sabre, which…
China’s new passenger jet takes to the skies
China aviation industry took a major step forward today, when the country's new domestically-made passenger aircraft, the COMAC C919, made its maiden flight.
The single-aisle jet took off…
Chinese airlines see shrinking profits
Despite continued strong passenger growth, Chinese airlines experienced declining profits in the first quarter of 2017.
The China Securities Journal, which is published by the state-run…
Macau’s casino recovery continues
Macau's gaming industry continues to rebound strongly, following the significant declines experienced over the last two years.
According to the latest data from Macau’s Gaming…
Deer Jet offers “Dream Journeys” to Tahiti
Deer Jet, the Chinese private jet operator, is launching a series of "Dream Journeys" from Hong Kong to Tahiti, aboard a specially modified Boeing 787 Dreamliner.
The so-called "Dream…
China Southern pens major long-haul fleet deal
China Southern Airlines has continued to expand and revamp its long-haul fleet, placing an order for 20 Airbus A350 aircraft.
The deal, which is worth US$6.2 billion at current list…
World Expo Museum opens in Shanghai
A new museum opened in Shanghai this week, dedicated to the history of the World Expo.
Xinhua reports that the World Expo Museum is located on the site of the 2010 World Expo, close to…
Norwegian Cruise Line takes delivery of first purpose-built ship for China
Norwegian Cruises has taken delivery of Norwegian Joy, the brand’s fifteenth ship and the first custom-designed for the Chinese cruise market, from Mayer Werft during an on board ceremony…
Dusit lures Chinese guests with WeChat Pay
Dusit has become the first Thai hotel group to enable guests to pay for rooms via the popular Chinese social media service, WeChat.
The company has started to accept WeChat Pay, the…
Chinese passenger jet expected to fly soon
China's new passenger aircraft, which is being billed as a rival to the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320, is preparing for its maiden flight.
Xinhua reported Shanghai-based manufacturer,…
Hainan Airlines to fly flagship aircraft to Manchester
Hainan Airlines revealed this week that it will deploy its flagship Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft on the Beijing-Manchester route.
The Chinese carrier will start operating its…
Korean airports see “alarming” drop in Chinese traffic
South Korea’s airports have seen an “alarming” drop in air traffic from mainland China, according to the Korea Airports Corporation (KAC).
Reported by the Korea Herald, passenger…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Hainan Airlines, AirAsia India, Cebgo and more…
Top Asian beach resorts get first direct link
Where? Sanya (China) to U-Tapao (Thailand)
When? Three times a week, effective immediately
Who? Hainan Airlines
Why? Providing the first…
China develops 17 airports in Xinjiang
The Chinese government is planning to invest CNY14.4 billion (US$2.1bn) in the construction or expansion of 17 airports in the remote northwestern region of Xinjiang this year, Xinhua…
