The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka to open its doors on June 21
The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka will open its doors on 21 June 2023, welcoming guests to the prefectural capital of Fukuoka on the island of Kyushu in southern Japan with the Ritz-Carlton legacy…
The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka welcomes Radu Cernia as general manager
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., has recently announced the appointment of Radu Cernia as General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka.
Cernia brings a wealth of international…
THAI celebrates Fukuoka operations resumption
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) held the celebration on Bangkok-Fukuoka roundtrip flights resumption.
Special offer from THAI for Bangkok-Fukuoka roundtrip
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) offers promotional airfare following the resumption of Bangkok-Fukuoka return flights in its winter 2022-23 schedule starting 30…
More flights via Thai Vietjet from Bangkok – Fukuoka and Taipei
Thai Vietjet further announced the addition of its international services Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) – Fukuoka, Japan from 4 to 5 weekly flights, starting from 1 October 2022, as well as Bangkok…
Fukuoka – Bangkok 4 flights per week with Thai Vietjet
Thai Vietjet, to increase its international service frequency Fukuoka - Bangkok to four flights per week, starting from 1 September 2022.
Thai Vietjet launches Bangkok–Fukuoka service
Thai Vietjet today successfully commenced its flight service from Bangkok to Fukuoka, the carrier’s first destination in Japan, with major celebration ceremony at Fukuoka Airport on July…
Marriott inks pact with Sekisui for Ritz-Carlton Fukuoka
Marriott International has announced it has signed an agreement with one of Japan’s property developers, Sekisui House, to open a new Ritz-Carlton hotel in Fukuoka – a deal that would…
THAI to increase flights to Fukuoka route
Thai Airways (THAI) will increase the frequency of flights to Fukuoka from seven to 10 flights per week beginning 13 July, with a promotional fare for travel during 13 July - 30…
Thailand’s best chef to put Fukuoka, Japan, on food tourism map
Plans to relocate to Fukuoka will put the Japanese city on the gastro tourism map, Thailand’s top chef Gaggan Anand told us.
Anand, who runs Gaggan, four times voted the Best Restaurant…
Jetstar adds new Singapore-Bangkok-Fukuoka link
Jetstar has launched a new service connecting Singapore with Fukuoka, via Bangkok.
The new route commenced today (26 June 2014) and will now operate daily using a 180-seat Airbus A320…
Voyager of the Seas arrives in Fukuoka
Royal Caribbean’s Voyager of the Seas cruise liner called at Fukuoka for the first time today.
An official ceremony greeted the ship and its 3,000 passengers on arrival at the Japanese…
Hawaiian to launch daily flights to Fukuoka
Hawaiian Airlines has announced it will add daily nonstop flights between Honolulu and Fukuoka. The airline will begin two daily services to Japan's third largest city on 16 April 2012,…
Costa Cruises marks maiden call at Fukuoka
Costa Cruises celebrated its first arrival at the port of Fukuoka since the resumption of Japan itineraries for August through to October. The occasion was marked with a grand welcoming…
Costa Cruises marks maiden call at Fukuoka
Costa Cruises celebrated its first arrival at the port of Fukuoka since the resumption of Japan itineraries for August through to October. The occasion was marked with a grand welcoming…
Hilton enters Fukuoka
MCLEAN, Va. and FUKUOKA, Japan - Hilton Worldwide today announced it has entered into a management agreement with Hawks Town Corporation, to re-brand and manage the JAL Resort…
Legend of the Seas makes maiden call at Fukuoka
Royal Caribbean International's 'Legend of the Seas' called at Fukuoka today for the first time, marking the cruise brand's return to Japan. The 2,074-passenger liner arrived early…
Dragonair launches Fukuoka, Sendai flights
Dragonair said it would be the only airline operating scheduled flights between Hong Kong and Sendai and the only one to offer non-stop service to Fukuoka. With the addition of the two…
Marriott International celebrates 1,000 hotels in Asia Pacific
Marriott International, announced the milestone opening of its 1,000th hotel in Asia Pacific, signaling its continued confidence in the long-term growth potential of the region.
The Helsinki pivot – how Finnair navigated extraordinary market shocks
It has been a rough three years for Finnair. As if the pandemic wasn’t bad enough, losing access to Russia’s airspace was another big blow. Now, the airline is taking steps to adjust.
Thai Vietjet inaugurates Bangkok – Okinawa service
Thai Vietjet successfully commenced its maiden flight service between Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) and Okinawa (Japan) with a warm welcome ceremony at Naha Airport in presence of a representative…
Thai Vietjet enhances connections with ‘Check-Thru’ service
Enhancing its service for passengers’ most convenient travel experiences, Thai Vietjet introduces its recent ‘Check-Thru’ service, enabling passengers to connect their transit flights easily…
New Hong Kong Airlines Flight to Beijing Daxing Airport
by: Harry Johnson |
Hong Kong Airlines first airline in Hong Kong to operate service to Daxing and both international airports in Beijing
Full article: New Hong Kong Airlines Flight to…
Best places for women to travel solo
In honour of International Women's Day, travelplanbooker.com shares its recommended destinations for females who are looking to travel solo.
Pattaya favorite for Thai family trips
According to Agoda’s insights, Thai families are most likely to enjoy some quality time around seaside cities this year. The full list of top 10 most searched domestic destinations by…
Dusit Hotels and Resorts officially announces its grand debut in Japan
Dusit International officially marked the debut of Dusit Hotels and Resorts in Japan with an exclusive preview of its upcoming properties – ASAI Kyoto Shijo and Dusit Thani Kyoto – which…
Thai Vietjet offers ‘February Special’
Thai Vietjet launches ‘February Special’ promotion, offering special fares starting from THB 1,990 (approx. USD 57.52) (inclusive of taxes and fees) for international flights, available for…
THAI and Centara partner to offer special introductory rate at Centara Grand Hotel Osaka
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) announces a partnership with Centara Hotels & Resorts to offer passengers exclusive benefits ahead of the grand opening of…
Centara partners with Thai Airways
Centara Hotels & Resorts announces a partnership with Thai Airways to offer passengers exclusive benefits ahead of the grand opening of Centara Grand Hotel Osaka, Centara’s first-ever…
Year of the Rabbit: Top destinations that are a short ‘hop’ for Asian travelers
Japan is the most sought-after destination for travellers across Asia as they usher in the Lunar New Year, Agoda reveals. According to search data from the global digital travel…
Thai Vietjet to fly direct Chiang Mai to Osaka from 16 Feb
Thai Vietjet has confirmed that it will commence direct flights service between Chiang Mai and Osaka on February 16, 2023, with great promotional fares starting from just THB 3,799 (approx..…
Hotel Management Japan offers unique lodging experiences fully leveraging local attractions
As Japan eased entry restrictions in October 2022 and because of the yen's historic fall, Hotel Management Japan, which has 6,472 rooms in 21 hotels of various types across Japan, has…
‘Season’s Greetings’ with Thai Vietjet
Let’s celebrate this Christmas with Thai Vietjet’s ‘Season’s Greetings’ promotion, offering special fares starting from THB 499 (approx. USD 14.35) (inclusive of taxes and fees) for travel…
Hong Kong Eases Further Covid Restrictions For Travellers
Hong Kong has further relaxed its covid-19 restrictions and bans international tourists from visiting bars and restaurants in the first three days.
As part of its gradual shift from…
Want to get free flight to Japan or earn mileage?
AEON Thana Sinsap (Thailand) Public Company Limited is inviting customers to visit Japan with “Reconnect Japan with AEON Royal Orchid Plus Credit Card” campaign. Get free round-trip Thai…
Thai Vietjet to operate Chiang Mai – Osaka from THB 4,422
Offering further opportunities and flexible travel choices to its passengers, Thai Vietjet announces its new international service between Thailand’s top destination ‘Chiang Mai’ and one of…
New hotel openings in Kyushu, Japan in 2023 and beyond
Kyushu is the southwesterly Japanese island province that’s home to majestic volcanoes, serene hot springs, a warm tropical climate, and an abundance of natural wonders.
As the early…
Thai Vietjet resumes Bangkok – Da Lat Service
Thai Vietjet has successfully resumed its international service between Bangkok and Da Lat, with a welcoming ceremony at Lien Khuong International Airport, after almost 3 years of suspension…
Thai Vietjet unveils performance of first three Quarters 2022
Thai Vietjet announced its performance in the first three quarters of 2022 and revealed its business strategies for the upcoming year of 2023.
Singapore Airlines Adds A380 Flights To Sydney And Melbourne
Singapore Airlines’ flagship Airbus A380 is returning to Melbourne, and the airline is increasing the number of flights to Sydney using the superjumbo.
This change will provide a…
Singapore Airlines to increase services to Australia, resume flights to Busan
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will boost frequencies to destinations across East Asia and South East Asia, resume flights to Busan, and increase Airbus A380 services to Australia during the…
Travel with Thai Vietjet’s ‘November Surprise’
Thai Vietjet has launched ‘November Surprise’ promotion, offering special fares starting from THB 666 (approx. USD 18.52) (inclusive of taxes and fees) for travel on the airline’s entire…
Thai Vietjet to resume Bangkok – Da Lat in early December
Further recovering the connection between Thailand and Vietnam, Thai Vietjet announces its resumed international services from Bangkok to Da Lat, starting from December 2, 2022.
Thai Vietjet offers ‘11.11 Hello November’
Thai Vietjet has launched ‘11.11 Hello November’ promotion, offering special fares starting from THB 711(approx. USD 19.07) (inclusive of taxes and fees) for travel on the airline’s entire…
Singapore Airlines Capitalizes On Covid Rule Easing
Singapore Airlines Group has announced intentions to restart flights and boost service across its network in the following weeks, following the recent relaxation of entry requirements in…
Thai Vietjet offers ‘10.10 Super Sale’ from just THB 599
Celebrating October’s double day with a great promotion, Thai Vietjet launched ‘10.10 Super Sale’ promotion, offering special fares starting from THB 599 (inclusive of taxes and fees) …
Thailand fully opens for tourists
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has stated that from 1 October international travellers to Thailand will no longer be required to show proof of vaccination or ATK test results, and a…
Klook: Asia Pacific travel recovery with strong 300% QoQ revenue growth
Klook announced that it is seeing accelerated cross-border travel growth in Asia Pacific with one of its strongest quarters (over 300% QoQ growth) as it celebrates its eight-anniversary…
THAI announces its winter flight schedule 2022-2023
Thai Airways (THAI) is operating flights on 34 European, Australian and Asian routes with increased frequencies in selected routes, from 30 October 2022 to 25 March 2023.
Marriott to add 14 luxury properties in Asia Pacific by 2023
Marriott International, Inc. has announced it expects to open 14 additional luxury properties in Asia Pacific by the end of 2023. The planned additions highlight the strategic growth of…
Fly aboard the Demon Slayer ANA aircraft
All Nippon Airways (ANA) is launching its third painted aircraft featuring pictures and characters from the popular animated TV series "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba."
ANA Group began…
They say 666 is bad luck, but not for Thai Vietjet
Thai Vietjet has launched ‘6th Anniversary’ promotion, offering special fares starting from THB 666 for travel on the airline’s entire domestic flight network. The special fares are…
Whistle-stop tour of Kyushu’s seven prefectures
Japan’s third-largest island, Kyushu, is alive with energy and culture. Known for its hot springs, dramatic landscapes, peaceful beaches and culinary delights, there is much to discover in…
Vietjet makes further inroads into India, plans new route to Bangalore
The new flight services are planned to link Bengaluru to Hanoi, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), three of Vietnam's most well-known business and tourism cities
Singapore Airlines boosts Japan services and restores pre-Covid connectivity to India in response to strong demand
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will increase services to points across Japan and restore its Indian network to pre-pandemic levels in the coming months.
Coral Expeditions launches small islands of Japan & the Philippines series
Coral Expeditions, Australia’s pioneering cruise line, has announced a new series of voyages to the Small Islands of Japan and the Philippines. Part of Coral Expeditions’ Small Islands…
AIME 2022 updates! Countdown begins with more stellar exhibitors unveiled
Nine Japanese exhibitors are preparing to showcase their finest at AIME, including representatives from Japan National Tourism Organisation (JNTO), Chiba, Hiroshima, Tokyo, Kitakyushu, Kobe,…
Most popular destinations to celebrate the Year of the Tiger
Big cities and tourist favourites are back in favour for travel this Lunar New Year as travellers head to tourist hotspots to ring in the year of the Tiger, according to booking data from…
The best cities to live a healthy and happy life in 2022
With 2022 now here, and many of us looking to start fresh. Living a long and healthy life is highly influenced by environmental factors, such as diet and lifestyle.
Finnair to launch new Asian routes and focus on Japan
Finnair is gearing up for the expected gradual opening of Asia with plans to fly to over 100 destinations worldwide and new long-haul services to the Far East for Summer 2022.
5 alternative accommodations in Japan for your next stay
Japan offers a wide range of accommodation types in both Japanese and Western styles.
4 eco-tourism initiatives in Kyushu, Japan
Remember the viral town of Kamikatsu in Japan, the world’s first zero-waste town? Japan is the innovator in modernisation and technology, but it is also a world leader in sustainable…
Traditional sports across Japan to try out once we can travel again
Sports in Japan are a significant part of the Japanese culture.
Travelling responsibly in Japan
In Japan, where cleanliness is taken seriously, there are ways to travel responsibly.
Missing Japan? 3 must-try train routes
Japan is well-known for its extensive and incredibly efficient transportation network. It is renowned for its quirky line-up of fun, and creative themed trains.
‘36+3’ is the latest luxury train in Kyushu perfect for sightseeing
Recently launched this fall, the 36+3 sightseeing train joins the Seven Stars sleeper train in Kyushu, adding five new routes to Japan’s southernmost main island.
5 things you can do in Kyushu, Japan this winter
Kyushu is the southernmost of Japan's four main islands and enjoys long days year round.
Peach Aviation unveils two new routes to Nagasaki and Kagoshima
Peach Aviation announced the start of operations between Tokyo Narita-Nagasaki and Tokyo Narita -Kagoshima. The company is operating one return flight per day for Nagasaki, and two…
Cherry blossom season forecast: Tokyo to see full bloom early
Spring has come, and for Japan, it means streets will turn pink with Sakura.
AirAsia X unveils first-ever long haul free seat sale
Fly extra long on AirAsia for less than ever before, as the airline goes the extra mile to offer guests zero-fare seats for the first time ever on many popular long-haul destinations,…
Agent alert: Vietjet slashes ticket prices throughout Asia
Vietjet has announced a very sexy range of new promotions.rolling out flight fares offering 50% discounts on ticket fares for all routes from now untill 29 February 2020.
The promotional…
ANA to open new lounge in Narita Airport
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest airline, will open a state-of-the-art new lounge in Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) on 29 March. The new lounge will be ANA’s third at…
Konnichiwa! VietJet on Japanese sojourn with five new routes this summer
Vietjet launches five new routes to Japan
Japan is on everyone’s wish list
As the host of the 2019 Rugby World Cup this October, Japan has seen increased visitor numbers in recent years, with annual international arrivals soaring by almost 23 million since 2010.
Philippine Airlines schedules special replacement flights for cancelled trips by Typhoon Kammuri
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced that it would operate special replacement flights on certain routes to assist passengers affected by the Typhoon Kammuri that is currently bashing the…
Will you stay in One Dollar Hotel and do this?
Travellers have the option to stay in Asahi Ryokan in Fukuoka, Japan for JPY 100 (USD 1) a night if they agree to livestream their stay.
Finnair Sapporo service to operate throughout the year
Finnair has upgraded its new seasonal service to Sapporo in Japan to operate the route year-round. Twice-weekly flights to Sapporo in Hokkaido, which during the winter is home to some of…
Slow Travel and Micro Escapes: Trends to watch out for in 2020
Skyscanner has published its APAC Travel Trends Report for 2020. today. Following research into the booking preferences of Asia-Pacific (APAC) travellers, the report has revealed that Slow…
Finnair doubles-up in Tokyo
Finnair has announced it will be bringing new services to Tokyo this week with the launch of two new flights to the Japanese capital city's Haneda Airport.
Available to buy now, the extra…
Setouchi Tourism Authority, JR West promote rural Japan
Setouchi Tourism Authority has partnered with JR West to promote the JR West regional rail pass.
Korean Air reduces flights to Japan in bid to develop APAC and Chinese services
Korean Air has announced its plans to adjust the frequency of some routes, in consideration of decreasing demand of Japanese routes due to Korea-Japan tensions. At the same time, the…
Japan Airlines takes delivery of first A350 XWB
Japan Airlines (JAL) has taken delivery of its first A350 XWB at Airbus headquarters in Toulouse, France. The A350-900 is the first aircraft produced by Airbus for JAL. The milestone…
Ready, Set, Summer: Agoda.com reveals top holiday destinations
With the summer holidays fast approaching, Agoda reveals Tokyo, London and Las Vegas continue to hold the top destination spots in 2019.
Japan dominates Asia Pacific travellers’…
Dream Cruises unveils new ‘Godmother’ at Explorer launch
With the role of women in society, culture and business honoured with the World Women’s day earlier this month, Dream Cruises has signed up trail-blazing Chinese designer, Grace Chen, as its…
Foreign group tours banned in some Japanese tourist spots
Japanese news publication The Asahi Shimbun reported that certain tourist sites in Japan do not welcome foreign tourist groups due to untoward incidents in the past.
Genting: Dreams of mermaids and unicorns
Cruise heavyweight Genting, has unveiled artwork outlining the concept and good looks of its latest arrival’s new hull design, the 75,338 -ton, 1,870 capacity Explorer Dream, ahead of its…
Aviation round up: Turkish delight and confirmed rumours
This week’s aviation round up channels the spirit of spring and Easter with the ‘rebirth’ of a favourite livery for an iconic airline, the launch of a new cabin product and confirmation of…
SuperStar Virgo makes homeport debut in Tianjin
Genting Cruise Lines has celebrated SuperStar Virgo’s inaugural homeport sailing from Tianjin to multiple destinations in Japan.
Hong Kong Express responds to Typhoon Jebi disruption
Coming in the wake of the path destruction carved by Typhoon Jebi, Japan’s most powerful storm in 25 years, HK Express has announced the following statement.
Record breaking exhibitor numbers set to be smashed at ITB Asia 2018
With the huge success of last year’s tenth anniversary event, which witnessed over 940 exhibitors from 113 countries setting up shop at the Sands convention centre, ITB Asia 2017 looked like…
Ascott accelerates portfolio pipeline with new partners in Asia
CapitaLand’s serviced residence business unit, The Ascott Limited (Ascott), is accelerating its expansion in Asia by partnering with developers in China, Japan and Thailand.
Oakwood says ‘Ohayou’ to Osaka in summer 2018
Oakwood Worldwide is slated to open Oakwood Hotel & Apartments Shin-Osaka, with Yasuko Sugiyama as its GM, on the summer of 2018.
IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Pacific 2017 focuses on education.
In depth knowledge building was the core of an amplified education programme across 22 forum sessions at IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Pacific 2017.
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?…
ANA to launch new C-3PO Star Wars jet
ANA has unveiled the routes to be operated by its latest Star Wars-themed aircraft - a Boeing 777-200 with a C-3PO livery.
The aircraft will initially be deployed on the Japanese…
Japan and Korea create combined tours for Indian holidaymakers
The tourism boards of Japan and South Korea have teamed to create a series of new joint itineraries for Indian travellers.
The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) and Korea…
Costa sails fifth ship to Asia
Costa, the Italian cruise line, has revealed that a fifth ship will join its Asian fleet this year.
The 1,800-passenger Costa neoRomantica cruise liner will be deployed regularly in the…
EVA’s latest cartoon jet takes off
EVA Air has unveiled the latest themed aircraft in its partnership with Japanese cartoon creator Sanrio.
Following the previous roll-out of EVA's Hello Kitty jets, the Taiwanese carrier…
IT&CM China 2017 unveils networking line-up
Indulge in the sights and sounds of Shanghai with Pacific World
With 2 pre-show, half-day city tours for selected buyers and media. Discover the city, and perhaps choose Shanghai for…
Airlines team up on all Japan-Taiwan flights
The national carriers of Japan and Taiwan will start codesharing on all every flight they operate between the two countries.
Effective 21 February 2017, the partnership between Japan…
Hard Rock sets division for Japanese casino resorts
Hard Rock International has launched a new division to support its expansion in Japan.
The new Hard Rock Japan LLC will be headed up by CEO Edward Tracy, who previously led Sands…
Airbnb gears up for biggest night ever on NYE
Airbnb will celebrate its biggest night ever on New Year’s Eve, projecting nearly 2 million guests around the world will ring in 2017 while staying in an Airbnb. That’s nearly double the…
ANA expands European network with LOT
Japan's ANA has signed a new agreement that will expand its route map in Europe.
The airline has partnered with LOT Polish Airlines, its fellow Star Alliance member, to offer Japanese…
Finnair flies A350 to Tokyo in Asian expansion
Finnair has unveiled plans to launch more flights to Asia, including its first ever Airbus A350 services to Tokyo.
The Helsinki-based carrier will add four more weekly flights to the…
Iberia to join Europe-Japan airline alliance
Iberia, the Spanish national carrier, will now be included in the joint venture between JAL, BA and Finnair on routes between Europe and Japan.
Japan’s Ministry of Land,…
Chinese cruise passenger rescued after 38 hours in sea
A Chinese cruise passenger has been rescued from the sea 38 hours after falling overboard.
The Shanghai Daily reports that the 31-year-old woman, identified as Wang Si, spent more than a…
Chinese demand drives record growth for Asian cruise sector
Asia is the world’s fastest growing source of cruise passengers, with a new Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) report showing that the region experienced a 24% jump in numbers…
Taiwan’s V Air to suspend operations
V Air, the Taiwanese low-cost carrier, will cease to exist from 1 October 2016.
The airline, which is a subsidiary of TransAsia Airways, only started operating in December 2014, but…
寰宇一家新增日本项目
寰宇一家（Oneworld）新增了一个在日本的旅行选项，将大力推广九州岛的旅游业。
寰宇一家目前飞往该岛的7个目的地，包括福冈、长崎、高崎、北九州、熊本、宫崎和大分，许多航线都是由日本航空在运营。
如果与此同时旅客购买了往返日本的航班，这个“访问九州一卡通”将提供至多5趟在东京羽田、东京成田、大阪机场以及九洲岛任意一座机场之间的航班。…
oneworld adds new Japanese fare
oneworld has added a third fare for travel in Japan, focusing on the island of Kyushu.
The airline alliance serves seven destinations on the island - Fukuoka, Nagasaki, Kagoshima,…
HK Express adds new island route
HK Express will soon launch its first direct flight between Hong Kong and Ishigaki, the resort island in Japan's Okinawa prefecture.
The inaugural flight will take off on Sunday 16…
JAL to add Iberia to European alliance
Japan Airlines has applied for permission to add Iberia to its European joint business.
The Japanese national carrier currently coordinates its operations between Japan and Europe…
Jetstar pens interline deal Korea’s Jin Air
Jetstar has signed a new interline agreement with Jin Air, the Korean low-cost carrier.
Under the terms of the deal, Jin Air will be able to integrate its network with all four…
Cathay Pacific launches baggage drop stations at HKIA
Cathay Pacific has introduced new self-service baggage drop facilities at Hong Kong International Airport.
Available for passengers flying with Cathay and its sister carrier…
Finnair launches website for Asian stopover campaign
Finnair has launched a new website to support Visit Finland's new stopover campaign.
Through the 'Stopover Finland' initiative, Visit Finland is aiming to attract more Asian travellers to…
HK Express spreads wings in Japan
HK Express has unveiled plans for a significant expansion of its operations in Japan, with the launch of three new routes.
The Hong Kong-based low-cost carrier currently flies to six…
Taiwan’s V Air flies to Tokyo
V Air, the Taiwanese low-cost carrier, has launched direct flights between Taipei and Tokyo.
The inaugural service departed Taipei's Taoyuan International Airport on Friday night,…
Taiwan’s V Air flies to the Philippines
V Air, the Taiwanese low-cost carrier, has announced plans to launch its first ever flights to the Philippines.
Commencing on 27 March 2016, the new Taipei-Manila service will operate…
Cebu Pacific adds Russian routes in major international expansion
Cebu Pacific Air will launch its first flights to Russia, as part of a major international expansion plan.
The Philippines' Civil Aeronautics Board has granted the low-cost carrier a…
Finland packages tours for Asian stopover programme
Finland has revealed the next stage of its Stopover Finland programme, through which it aims to attract more Asian travellers to the country.
Visit Finland announced this week that…
Costa enters Japan with new office and cruises
Costa Cruises has officially entered the Japanese market, with the launch of a national office and plans for a series of brand new sailings.
The Italian cruise company officially…
Hyatt to launch Japanese ski resort
Hyatt has unveiled plans to launch a new hotel and residences in Niseko, the ski resort area on the Japanese island of Hokkaido.
Scheduled to open in 2019, the Park Hyatt Niseko…
Finland targets Asia with new stopover campaign
Finland is aiming to capitalise on the Asian outbound travel boom with a new stopover programme.
On Wednesday, Finland was named as the Partner Country for next year’s ITB Asia. And…
Finnair welcomes first A350 and unveils Asian expansion plans
Finnair has taken delivery of its first Airbus A350 aircraft, marking the start of a new long-haul era for the airline.
The Helsinki-based carrier becomes the first European airline to…
Hilton opens in Tokyo Bay
Hilton has announced the opening of a new hotel in Odaiba, overlooking Tokyo Bay.
The 15-storey Hilton Tokyo Odaiba offers views of the bay and access to the rest of Tokyo via from…
Asian airlines carry one third of global traffic – IATA
The Asia Pacific region is the largest global aviation market in the world, according to new data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Releasing its World Air…
Cebu Pacific boosts international network with triple launch
Cebu Pacific Air will significantly expand its international network in December 2015, the launch of three new overseas routes from three different cities on the same day.
The triple…
ANA teams up with TripAdvisor to promote Japan
ANA has launched a new online campaign with TripAdvisor, aimed at driving inbound travel to Japan.
The campaign will use trending data by TripAdvisor in 14 countries with the aim of…
Qantas expands in Japan with two new Tokyo routes
Qantas is preparing to significantly expand its operations in Japan, with the launch of two new routes to Tokyo.
On Friday evening, Qantas flight QF25 will depart Sydney Airport for…
Hyatt debuts in Okinawa
Hyatt has opened the Hyatt Regency Naha, its first hotel on the Japanese island of Okinawa.
Located in central Naha, 20 minutes' drive from the airport, Hyatt Regency Naha offers 294…
吉祥航空新增福冈航线
本月25日，吉祥航空新开通了往返于上海－福冈航线的航班。
福冈是吉祥航空是在日本的第三个航点，继冲绳、大阪之后。
去程航班将每日10:40从上海浦东国际机场出发，将于当地时间13:00抵达福冈国际机场。返程航班将于14:00从福冈出发，并于14:50抵达上海。该航线将使用两舱布局共158座的空客A320飞机执飞。…
Dragonair to start flying to Hiroshima
Hong Kong's Dragonair will launch flights to the Japanese city of Hiroshima this summer.
Commencing on 16 August 2015, the new direct service will operate twice a week, with flights…
Hilton to rebrand Nikko Tokyo
Hilton has signed a management agreement that will see it take over the running of the Hotel Nikko Tokyo.
On 1 October 2015, the property will officially relaunch as the Hilton Tokyo…
EVA adds more Japanese flights
EVA Air will expand its operations in Japan next month, with the launch of a new service to Fukuoka and extra flights on existing routes.
Commencing on 31 March 2015, the new service…
China Eastern to add international routes from Nanjing
China Eastern Airlines has unveiled plans to launch a series of new international services from Nanjing, the capital of eastern China’s Jiangsu province.
The expansion with commence…
Dragonair to fly daily to Tokyo
Dragonair will commence a new daily service between Hong Kong and Tokyo Haneda Airport next year.
Launching on 29 March 2015, the new service will depart Hong Kong International Airport…
Hyatt to enter Okinawa
Hyatt has announced plans to launch its first hotel in Okinawa.
The company has entered into a franchise agreement for a Hyatt Regency hotel in Naha. Expected to open in late 2015,…
Hello Kitty lands in Paris
EVA Air's Hello Kitty jet has landed in Paris, marking the themed aircraft’s debut in Europe.
The special edition Boeing 777-300ER touched down at the French capital’s Charles de…
PAL adds Japanese routes
Philippine Airlines (PAL) will expand its Japanese operations later this year, with the launch of flights connecting Cebu with Osaka and Nagoya.
Commencing on 19 December 2014, the…
Jetstar Japan seals US codeshare
Jetstar Japan has formed a new codeshare partnership with American Airlines, potentially offering it a strong source of feeder traffic from the US.
Commencing on 26 October 2014, the…
Garuda to launch Nagoya flights
Garuda Indonesia will expand its operations in Japan next year, with the launch of a new direct service connecting Jakarta and Nagoya.
Commencing in April 2015, the new route will…
EVA to fly Hello Kitty plane to Paris
Passengers flying between Taipei and Paris will soon be able to make their journey a little bit more cute, following the deployment of EVA Air's Hello Kitty aircraft on the route.
The…
JAL boosts short-haul fleet
Japan Airlines has placed an order for up to 27 new short-range jets.
Last week, the national carrier confirmed a deal for 15 Embraer E170 and E190 regional jets, with options for a…
SIA plans seasonal Sapporo services
Singapore Airlines has revealed that it will launch seasonal services to the Japanese city of Sapporo this winter.
In December 2014 and January 2015, SIA will operate 14 flights to…
JAL to offer Wi-Fi on domestic routes
Japan Airlines will launch in-flight Wi-Fi on its domestic routes next month.
To be rolled out from 23 July 2014, the new service will initially be made available on services from…
Qatar Airways adds Japanese connections
Following the recent launch of its new flights to Tokyo Haneda Airport, Qatar Airways has further boosted its Japanese connections with the expansion of its codeshare deal with JAL.…
Hilton to open new Okinawa resort
Hilton has revealed that it will open a new resort in Okinawa next month.
Launching on 2 July 2014, the Hilton Okinawa Chatan Resort is a nine-storey property located next to the…
Princess Cruises starts maiden Shanghai season
Princess Cruises has embarked on its first season of sailings from Shanghai.
The Sapphire Princess liner will homeport in the Chinese city for four months this summer, offering 24…
JAL unveils new domestic seats
Japan Airlines will commence the roll-out of its new 'JAL Sky Next' cabin products next month.
Initially announced in January 2014, the revamped cabin will include new leather seats…
JAL, Korean Air expand codeshare deal
Japan Airlines and Korean Air have expanded their codeshare agreement to include all routes operated by Korean Air between Japan and South Korea.
The two airlines have codeshared on…
Ascott brings premium brand to Tokyo
Ascott has signed a new deal that will see the launch of its premium serviced apartment brand in Tokyo.
The Singapore-based company currently operates Citadines- and Somerset-branded…
PAL launches new Tokyo service
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has commenced a new service between Manila and Tokyo.
The new route, which commenced on 30 March 2014, sees the national carrier operate twice daily flights…
Air China to fly Shanghai-Munich
Air China will launch a new direct flight between Shanghai and Munich this summer.
Starting on 6 June 2014, the service will operate four times a week, departing Shanghai’s Pudong…
Hawaiian Airlines suspends Taipei flights
Hawaiian Airlines will suspend its flights to Taipei next month, less than a year after launching the route.
The Honolulu-based carrier started flying to Taiwan's capital in July…
Japan’s Skymark Airlines goes large with Airbus
Skymark Airlines, the third biggest carrier in Japan, has taken delivery of it first wide-body aircraft.
The airline welcomed two new Airbus A330-300 aircraft into its fleet last…
New look HK Express focuses on regional growth
Hong Kong Express is expanding its network across East Asia, following its repositioning as Hong Kong’s first low-cost carrier.
In an interview with Travel Daily on Thursday, HK Express’…
HK Express expands Japan, Korea routes
Hong Kong Express is expanding its operations in Japan and Korea.
The low-cost carrier will add a brand new service to Fukuoka in April 2014, as well as adding capacity on existing…
PAL to launch new Tokyo service
Philippine Airlines (PAL) will launch a new service to Tokyo Haneda Airport this summer.
Commencing on 30 March 2014, the national carrier will operate twice daily flights to the…
SIA pens deal to boost Japanese tourism
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has signed a new deal intended to boost tourism arrivals to Japan.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO)…
SIA to add fifth daily Tokyo flight
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will fly to Tokyo five times a day next year, with the launch of a new service to the Japanese capital's Haneda Airport.
Effective 30 March 2014, the airline…
THAI flies to Sendai
Thai Airways International (THAI) will launch its first direct flights to the Japanese city of Sendai next week.
Commencing on 3 December 2013, the Bangkok-based national carrier will…
Air France to fly to Jakarta
Air France will launch a new daily service to Jakarta next year.
Effective 30 March 2014, the national carrier will add a Jakarta leg to its existing Paris-Singapore service. Flights…
Asian aviation tidbits
Spring Airlines to launch cross-Strait flights
Spring Airlines has announced plans to launch direct flights to Kaohsiung. Commencing on 27 October 2013, the new service will mark the…
Cathay Pacific expands premium economy across Asia
The airline initially rolled out the new class in March 2012 aboard a series of long-haul routes from Hong Kong to Europe, North America, the Middle East and India. But Cathay said this…
EVA’s Hello Kitty jet flies to LA
EVA Air has flown its Hello Kitty jet to the US for the first time.
As part of a tie-up with the Japanese cartoon series, Taipei-based EVA has commenced three weekly flights to Los…
Hilton expands in Okinawa
Hilton has signed an agreement to manage a new property in Okinawa.
Scheduled to open in 2016, the Hilton Okinawa Kin will be set on beachfront site in the town of Kin, on the east…
ANA confirms life after AirAsia
ANA will create a new Tokyo-based low-cost carrier, following the end of its Japanese joint venture with AirAsia.
The Japanese airline agreed to dissolve its partnership with AirAsia…
Hilton connects with Japan’s Rakuten Travel
Hilton Worldwide has signed a new deal with Japanese online travel agent, Rakuten Travel.
Under the new intermediary agreement, Hilton will initially offer Rakuten access to the rates…
Hawaiian launches Taipei flights
Hawaiian Airlines has launched a new direct flight to Taipei.
Flight HA807 took off from Honolulu for the first time on 9 July 2013, bound for Taipei's Taoyuan International Airport.…
Hawaiian flies to Sendai
Hawaiian Airlines has commenced flights to the Japanese city of Sendai.
The hub, in northeast Japan, becomes Hawaiian's fifth gateway in the country and will be served three times a…
China Airlines flies to Hawaii
China Airlines (CAL) has announced that it will launch direct flights to Hawaii next week.
Commencing on 2 June 2013, the new route will see CAL become the first Taiwanese airline to…
Costa doubles Asian capacity with Atlantica
On 3 May, Costa Cruises’ capacity in Asia more than doubled to over 220,000 guests, as the Costa Atlantica made its first call in Singapore.
The 2680- capacity Costa Atlantica, will…
Low-cost growth drives Asian air travel
Asia is leading the growth of global air travel, driven by the rise of low-cost carriers.
These are the major findings of a new report by Amadeus, which found that both global air…
Hawaiian Airlines to fly direct to China
Hawaiian Airlines is extending its reach into Asia with plans to launch its first direct flights to China.
The Honolulu-based carrier said that subject to receiving regulatory approval…
Five Japanese airports get connected
Five of Japan's busiest airports have selected a new wireless internet service.
US-based Wi-Fi provider, Boingo Wireless, has secured a deal to manage and operate Wi-Fi services at…
Hawaiian to launch Sendai flights
Hawaiian Airlines will launch flights to the Japanese city of Sendai this summer.
Commencing on 25 June 2013, the northeast Japanese city will become Hawaiian's fifth destination in…
ANA to launch new domestic routes
All Nippon Airways (ANA) will launch two new domestic routes this summer, as well as resuming and increasing services on several other sectors.
From the onset of the northern summer…
SIA boosts Australia and Japan
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will be increasing the frequency of flights to Australia and Japan next year.
From the start of its summer season on 31 March 2013, the national carrier will add a…
Hawaii taps pent up demand in Taiwan
Hawaii is anticipating a major influx of visitors from Taiwan after it became the latest Asian nation to be granted a US visa waiver, prompting Hawaiian Airlines to add Taipei to its…
Jetstar adds Singapore-Osaka flights
Jetstar Asia will commence flights to Osaka this evening (Thursday 1 November 2012).
The new service will become the low-cost carrier's fourth long-haul route from Singapore, following…
Hawaiian launches Sapporo flights
Hawaiian Airlines today launched its inaugural flight from Honolulu to Sapporo, marking the first direct connection between the two cities for almost a decade.
The airline will operate…
AirAsia Japan goes international
AirAsia Japan will start its first international services this month, with the launch of flights to Seoul.
The new low-cost carrier, which is a joint venture between AirAsia and ANA, will…
TAT woos Japanese visitors
With Japanese outbound travel increasing following the impact of the March 2011 disasters, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is targeting these high yield tourists.
According to the…
THAI to launch Sapporo flights
Thai Airways International (THAI) has announced plans to launch flights to Sapporo.
Commencing 30 October 2012, the national carrier will offer direct flights to the northern Japanese city…
AirAsia Japan takes to the skies
AirAsia Japan launched its first ever flights today (Wednesday 1 August), connecting to three destinations in Japan from Tokyo's Narita airport.
The new low-cost carrier's inaugural flight…
Hawaiian Airlines to launch NZ flights
Hawaiian Airlines will commence direct flights to Auckland from 14 March 2013.
The new services will operate three times a week direct to and from Honolulu, using Hawaiian's two-class,…
Jetstar Japan leases 24 aircraft
Jetstar Japan has finalised arrangements to lease 24 new Airbus A320 aircraft.
The deals, which have been agreed with five aircraft leasing companies, will see the new single-aisle jets…
Jetstar Japan launches in Tokyo
Jetstar Japan’s first ever flight has taken off at Tokyo's Narita International Airport.
The inaugural service saw an Airbus A320 carry 180 passengers from Narita to Sapporo's New Chitose…
Hawaiian adds another new A330
Hawaiian Airlines has taken delivery of another new Airbus A330-200.
The new wide-body aircraft, which becomes the fourth A330 to join the airline's fleet this year and the ninth since June…
EVA’s Hello Kitty jet takes off to Tokyo & HK
EVA Air launched its new Hello Kitty jet.
The special edition aircraft took off from Taipei to Toyko’s Narita airport on Friday 22 June, following a send-off from Hello Kitty characters and…
ANA codeshares with Shandong Airlines
ANA has signed a codeshare agreement with China's Shandong Airlines.
The deal, which was sealed in Beijing this week by Shinichiro Ito, President & CEO of ANA, and Ma Chongxian,…
Asian aviation briefs
Batavia Air plans further China expansion
Indonesia's Batavia Air is planning extend its reach into China with the launch of flights between Bali and Hangzhou. Local news portal NusaBali…
JAL, MAS form extensive codeshare partnership
Japan Airlines (JAL) and Malaysia Airlines (MAS) have signed a new codeshare agreement.
From 1 July 2012, JAL will place its ‘JL’ flight code on MAS-operated flights between Kuala Lumpur…
AirAsia Japan takes delivery of first aircraft
AirAsia Japan has taken delivery of its first Airbus A320 aircraft.
The new low-cost carrier will launch commercial services on 1 August, initially flying from Tokyo's Narita airport to…
JAL introduces first class on more domestic flights
Japan Airlines (JAL) will be introducing its domestic JAL First Class service on a portion of daily flights between Tokyo, Haneda and Okinawa, Naha from 1 August.
Of the 17 daily…
AirAsia Japan set for August take-off
AirAsia Japan, the newest low-cost carrier (LCC) based in Narita International Airport, is set to launch domestic operations on 1 August with daily flights to Fukuoka, Okinawa and Sapporo.…
Voyager of the Seas sails into Singapore
Royal Caribbean’s Voyager of the Seas cruise liner arrived in Singapore for the first time on Saturday (26 May).
The ship, arriving to start its maiden Asian season, became the first liner…
DoubleTree by Hilton debuts in Japan
Hilton has opened its first DoubleTree property in Japan.
The new DoubleTree by Hilton Naha, on the Japanese resort island of Okinawa, becomes the 10th Hilton hotel in Japan. The 227-room…
Asian routes dominate global air traffic – Amadeus
The Asia Pacific region is home to eight out of the world’s 10 busiest inter-city air routes, Amadeus has revealed.
According to analysis by the travel technology company’s Amadeus Total…
Hawaiian to launch Sapporo flights
Hawaiian Airlines has revealed that the northern Japanese city of Sapporo will join its route network later this year.
The airline is set to begin services between Honolulu International…
Hawaiian Airlines’ profits surge in Q1
Hawaiian Airlines has posted a strong set of results for the first quarter of 2012.
The airline achieved net profits of US$7.3 million in the three month period – nearly 750% more than the…
Jetstar Japan receives first aircraft
Jetstar Japan has taken delivery of its first Airbus A320 aircraft.
The Japanese carrier, which is a joint venture between Qantas and JAL, will start commercial services in July with an…
EVA expands Hello Kitty jet services
EVA Air will serve two new destinations with its special Hello Kitty jets from May 2012.
The airline will use two new themed Airbus A330-300s on flights between Taipei’s Songshan airport…
Hawaiian orders five more A330s
Hawaiian Airlines has placed a firm order for with Airbus five new A330-200 aircraft, with purchase rights for a further three. The new aircraft will be delivered to the Honolulu-based…
Peach’s first aircraft arrives in Japan
Peach Aviation, the new Japanese low-cost carrier, has taken delivery of its first aircraft. The Airbus A320-200 landed at Peach's home base at Kansai International Airport, Osaka, following…
Air NZ resumes Japan-Christchurch flights
Air New Zealand resumed direct services from Japan into Christchurch today (Tuesday 1 November). The airline's Boeing 777-200 aircraft arrived in the quake-hit South Island city at 10am…
EVA unveils Hello Kitty jets
EVA Air has launched a new range of Hello Kitty jets. Company officials and approximately 450 guests celebrated the unveiling last week at a specially-decorated Evergreen Aviation…
AirAsia Japan applies for AOC
AirAsia Japan has submitted an application to the Japanese government for an Air Operators Certificate (AOC). The new low-cost carrier, which is a joint venture between Malaysia's AsiaAsia…
2012 Asian itineraries aboard Legend of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International (RCI) has announced its 2012 Asian summer season on the 2,074-guest Legend of the Seas, which features a variety of new destinations and itineraries out of…
Peach gets green light for domestic flights
Peach Aviation, the new Japanese low-cost carrier, has been given the green light to operate flights on two domestic routes next year. The ANA-backed start-up airline has been awarded slots…
Air China to launch Okinawa flights
Air China will launch a new service connecting Beijing with the Japanese island of Okinawa in early 2012. From 11 January, the Chinese national carrier will operate twice weekly flights on…
Hawaiian receives fifth new A330
Hawaiian Airlines has taken delivery of its fifth new Airbus A330-200 aircraft. On its inaugural flight from Los Angeles to Honolulu, the new wide-body jet carried 293 passengers, one…
Royal Caribbean announces 2012 Asia itinerary
Royal Caribbean Cruises has announced its 2012 Asia cruise schedule for Voyager of the Seas. The ship's inaugural Asia season will start on 26 May in Singapore, followed by sailings from…
Costa Cruises returns to Japanese ports
Costa Cruises celebrated the return of its Japan port calls last week with a welcoming ceremony onboard Costa Classica. The ship call at Fukuoka included the cruise line's operations team in…
JAL boosts Delhi flights
Japan Airlines (JAL) will increase its services to New Delhi from four to five flights a week from 30 October 2011. The carrier will add a new Thursday service from Tokyo's Narita airport,…
New Japanese LCC confirms launch schedule
Peach Aviation, the new Japanese low-cost carrier part-owned by ANA, has confirmed the schedule of its first ever domestic flights. From March 2012, the airline will operate three daily…
Travel sales spike in western Japan
Western Japan has proved popular with domestic holidaymakers during the summer vacation period. The Kyushu region has seen a significant spike in arrivals compared to last year, benefiting…
Qantas, JAL to form new Japanese budget airline
Qantas and Japan Airlines (JAL) have announced plans to create a new Japanese low-cost carrier - Jetstar Japan. Together with Mitsubishi Corporation, the two oneworld partners plan to…
Costa resumes Japan sailings
Costa Cruises has announced the resumption of its Japan itineraries from August to October 2011. The 1,680-passenger capacity Costa Classica, which is home-ported in Shanghai, will operate…
Legend of the Seas visits new port in Japan
Royal Caribbean International's Legend of the Seas liner called at the Japanese port of Beppu for the first time yesterday. The ship was welcomed by Mayor of Beppu, Hiroshi Hamada as well…
AirAsia, ANA to form new Japanese LCC
ANA Group and AirAsia have announced plans to form a new Japanese low-cost carrier, AirAsia Japan. The new entity will be the first LCC to be based at Tokyo's Narita International Airport,…
Peach gets green light for 2012 launch
Peach Aviation Limited, the Japanese low-cost carrier being created by All Nippon Airways (ANA) and Hong Kong's First Eastern Investment Group, has been given its Air Operators'…
Japan’s StarFlyer adds domestic route
Star Flyer, the Japanese regional airline based in Kitakyushu, launched a new domestic route on Friday between Tokyo's Haneda airport and Fukuoka. The new offering becomes StarFlyer's third…
THAI anoints two new aircraft
Thai Airways International (THAI) has held a Buddhist anointing ceremony for two new wide-bodied aircraft. Today at 08.39am, Somdej Phra Maha Racha Mangkalajarn, the abbot of Wat Paknam,…
RCI to bring Voyager of the Seas to Singapore
Royal Caribbean International has confirmed it will bring the nearly 150,000-tonne cruise ship Voyager of the Seas to Asia in 2012, starting with a Singapore maiden season from May to June.…
Thailand organises Japan fam trip
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is to organise a special workshop for a group of invited travel agents and media from Japan on 10 June 2011 at Bangkok's main convention centre,…
Royal Caribbean to resume Japan visits
Royal Caribbean International has announced plans to resume cruise activities in Japan. The cruise line cited the stabilisation of the situation in Japan and the recent lifting of travel…
ANA pens codeshare deal with SAS
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has signed a codeshare agreement with its Star Alliance partner, SAS. The agreement was signed in Tokyo this week by ANA's President & CEO, Shinichiro Ito, and…
JAL cuts domestic capacity
Japan Airlines (JAL) has continued reducing its capacity in the wake of the 11 March disasters, which have severely impacted demand. Following the announcement last week that a series of…
Lion Air to boost Bali’s international routes
Indonesian carrier, Lion Air is planning to launch a series of new routes to destinations in Japan, China and Australia. The Jakarta-based private airline's General Director, Edward Sirait…
Japan’s Star Flyer orders A320s
Japanese airline Star Flyer has signed a firm contract with Airbus for the purchase of two A320s. The carrier currently operates five leased A320s, with four more to be delivered, but the…
ANA’s LCC announces first routes
A&F Aviation Co Ltd, the new low-cost carrier part-owned by All Nippon Airways (ANA), has announced the routes it plans to operate when it launches services early next year. The new…
Asian arrivals increase 7% in January
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) today released preliminary figures for international visitor arrivals into Asia and the Pacific for January 2011, with the region seeing a seven…
THAI announces India expansion
Thai Airways International has announced its route adjustments for the forthcoming winter schedules, with significant expansion to India that will see an additional nine flights a week…
Royal Caribbean kicks-off first cruise Busan season
SEOUL, April 5, 2010 - After her last call less than a year ago, Royal Caribbean International's Legend of the Seas has returned to Busan on the morning of April 2,…
Legend of the Seas sails to Miyazaki
Tokyo, March 30, 2010 - Royal Caribbean International's Legend of the Seas called at Miyazaki for the first time today with an official ceremony welcoming her arrival. The…
Continental, ANA begin codeshare services
HOUSTON, March 16, 2010 - Continental Airlines (NYSE: CAL) will begin a codesharing agreement with All Nippon Airways Co., Ltd. (ANA) on routes between the United States and…
SIA Airbus on more routes
Singapore Airlines will soon operate its new Airbus 330-300 aircraft, which comes with the carrier's latest product and service offerings, on selected routes serving the Middle…
Etihad and ANA agree to codeshare
Etihad Airways have announced that it has signed a codeshare with ANA to extend its services to Japan.The codeshare will give Etihad customers the opportunity to fly to two major Japanese…
Etihad, ANA start codeshare services
Etihad Airways' focus on the Japanese market continues this week, as a codeshare with ANA comes into service. Just weeks before the commencement of services to Tokyo, the ANA…
More SIA routes to feature new cabins
Singapore Airlines' Airbus A330-300 aircraft, featuring the Airline's latest product and service offerings, will soon operate on selected routes serving the Middle East, West…
JAL slashes domestic services
The JAP Group has announced its route, flight frequency and fleet plan for passenger operations for the six-month period ending 30 September 2010, with 23 daily domestic flights…
Etihad launches Japan services
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, commenced operations to Japan today with the launch of its Nagoya-Abu Dhabi service. Etihad will initially…
Continental gives Easter boost to Cairns
Tourism Tropical North Queensland and Continental Airlines would both like to see daily flights between and Guam and Cairns, and have working towards that result over the last 18 months…
JAL, Vietnam Airlines to start Osaka-Hanoi codeshare
Japan Airlines (JAL) will further expand its code share agreement with Vietnam Airlines (VN) and will start offering the Osaka (Kansai) - Hanoi route operated by VN from January 13,…
Continental applauds US-Japan Open Skies agreement
WASHINGTON, Dec. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Continental Airlines (NYSE: CAL) and Continental Micronesia said today that they applaud the recently announced open skies agreement…
Delta TechOps signs deal with Skymark Airlines
ATLANTA, Dec. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Delta Air Lines' (NYSE:DAL) maintenance division, Delta TechOps, today announced it has signed a five-year maintenance agreement with…
SIA twice daily to Tokyo Haneda
Singapore Airlines will launch twice-daily flights between Singapore and Tokyo Haneda airport in October next year, complementing the current twice-daily Tokyo Narita services, one…
Royal Caribbean seals Shanghai Port partnership
SHANGHAI, Nov. 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. is pleased to announce that the company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Shanghai International…
JAL Hotels enters Vietnam Airlines partnership
November 5, 2009, Tokyo - JAL Hotels Co., Ltd. has begun a new partnership with Golden Lotus Plus, Vietnam Airlines' mileage program. Members of the Golden Lotus…
JAL to codeshare with Vietnam Airlines
09 October 2009: Japan Airlines (JAL) will start code sharing on flights operated by Vietnam Airlines (VN) between Fukuoka and Hanoi from October 27, 2009, with reservations and…
JAL announce revision to domestic services
Tokyo:September 28, 2009 The JAL Group announced today, revisions to the route and flight frequency plan for its domestic passenger operations for the second half of FY2009. From…
JAL to launch Narita-Okinawa flights
The JAL Group announced today, revisions to the route and flight frequency plan for its domestic passenger operations for the second half of FY2009. From January 5, 2010, the…
ANA reviews Osaka routes
All Nippon Airways (ANA) is reviewing four routes from Osaka's Kansai airport due to a drop in demand. Bloomberg reported that the future of services to Kochi, Matsuyama, Kagoshima…
Cathay implements cost saving measures
Cathay Pacific Airways has announced a series of measures to help it deal with a drop in business resulting from the current economic downturn. The airline will reduce passenger capacity by…
Japan launches "environmental model cities" project
The 13 have bold targets for reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. The cityof Kyoto, for example, intends to cut its CO2emissions by 60% by 2050 from the 1990 level, while…
JAL announces short-term flight adjustments
The JAL Group (JAL) has decided to make a short-termadjustment to its 2009 Route, Flight Frequency and Fleet Plan, following anincrease of landing slots at Tokyo's Haneda…
Jeju Air launches new Japan services
South Korean low-cost carrier, Jeju Air, has commenced services fromIncheon International Airport to Osaka and Kitakyushu, the Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation reported. The…
JAL starts flying Embraer jets
Japan Airlines (JAL) has begun using Brazil-made Embraer 170 jets on regional routes, with the first flight from Nagoya to Matsuyama having taken-off on Sunday, Japan Times…
AirAsia X looks set to realise Japanese dream
Long-haul low-cost carrier, AirAsia X, has had its hopes of launching flights to Japan lifted after the Japanese government relaxed its restrictive visa requirements for Malaysian…
North Asia leaders meet to tackle credit crunch
The leaders of China, Japan and South Korea met in Fukuoka this weekend to discuss ways of tackling the global financial crisis, the Shanghai Daily has reported. Chinese Premier…
PAL add to Australia, Japan and S’pore
Philippine Airlines is to increase flights to key destinations across Asia Pacific in time for the peak Christmas holiday season.
Sydney and Melbourne, Osaka and Fukuoka, as well as…
AirAsia to Japan?
AirAsia intends to launch flight services to Japan next year, according to Jiji Press, a Bernama report said. Chief Executive Officer Tony Fernandes said the Japanese market has…
More Korea-Japan flights
Despite soaring oil prices, Korea's airlines are to increase the number of flights between cities in Korea and Japan, Korea Herald has reported.Korean Air, the country's…
Bangkok Airways cuts flights
Thai carrier Bangkok Airways willsuspend some of its international routes as it continues to struggle with highfuel costs, the Bangkok Post has reported. From 15 August its three…
Faster connection at Narita
Minimum connection times betweenJapan Airlines' domestic flights and international departures by all oneworldpartners operating alongside it at its Tokyo Narita Terminal 2 hub are shorterby…
China Airlines, Formosa hotels work on meals
China Airlines is now offering Shanghai cuisine from Formosa International Hotels to First class passengers on routes from Taipeito Tokyo, while Dynasty class passengers can enjoy the new…
Asian cities join to fight climate change (lead)
The leaders of several key Asian cities have met in Bangkok to discuss climate change, the Antara News Agency has reported. The Bangkok Declaration on Climate Change brought together mayors…
JAL, China Southern codeshare
From March 30, Japan Airlines (JAL) will codeshare on six additional routes operated by China Eastern Airlines (MU) between China and Japan.The new agreement will enable JAL to place…
Koreans get away for Lunar New Year
The upcoming Lunar New Year is creating a boom for Korean travel agencies, with some registering record numbers, a report said.
Chosun.com said the festival next month allows Koreans to…
JAL supports new Mt. Fuji Shizuoka Airport
JAL plans to offer a daily service to Fukuoka in Kyushu, and a thrice daily service to Sapporo in Hokkaido from the new airport. The airline is currently assessing the potential…
JAL’s new domestic first class
JALwill introduce the new service on the Haneda, Tokyo- Itami, Osakaroute from 1 December this year.Seatreservations can be made from 1 October. JAL's new first class service…
JAL revises route and frequency plan
To strengthen its international passenger business particularly on Asia routes it will continue to focus resources on high profit, high growth routes where demand is strong, and by…
Bangkok Airways slashes fares
But with competition heating up during Thailand's low season, Bangkok Airways has slashed prices up to 60% on 11 domestic and international routes to levels that make low-cost carriers…
TAT lures Japanese
From July 1-7, TAT have visited the cities of Fukuoka, Osaka and Tokyo in a bid to lure more independent travellers from Japan.
Thirty-six private companies participated - 30 hotels and…
