How Internet of Things can create seamless stay for hotel guests and maintain worker safety

Megha Paul Dec 20, 2021

Chris King, Director of Sales, Sigfox USA talks about how the Internet of Things (IoT) can help hoteliers looking to create efficiencies and a safe, comfortable experience for both employees…

Cruise

Important Things You Should do Before Every Cruise

Joe Cusmano Feb 3, 2021

There are many (mostly) little things you still need to do before you begin your journey to the pier to board your ship.

Hotels

“We do ordinary things in extraordinary ways” – Mövenpick Boracay

Kristin Mariano Nov 1, 2018

Mövenpick Boracay Resort & Spa is one of the 157 compliant hotels that reopened its doors to tourists and here’s what I think about it.

OTAs & Tour Operators

“Google is evil”: Internet giant dips in travel

Kristin Mariano Oct 31, 2018

William Bao Bean, general partner, SOSV/managing director, Chinaccelerator, described Google and Facebook as “evil” when Yeoh Siew Hoon, founder and managing director of WiT, asked him in a…

Philippines

5 things you probably didn’t know about Holy Week in the Philippines

Tian Tolentino Mar 28, 2018

The Holy Week in the Philippines is the most significant religious event in the country. As a Filipino, I thought I'd share with you some interesting things that happen during this week,…

Startups

MyProGuide proves tour guides is the key of every tour

Kristin Mariano Oct 28, 2019

The tourism industry is ever-changing and we have seen some ground-breaking innovations in the space such as the use of robots in airports and the inception of Internet of Things in hotels…

Guest Column

Maximizing ROI in B2B Travel Through Smart Technology Integration

Mohit Singh Nov 20, 2024

In today’s highly competitive B2B travel landscape, optimizing return on investment (ROI) has become a paramount concern for companies aiming to sustain their growth and profitability. As…

Air

Japan Airlines flying the flag high for Expo 2025 Osaka

Mark Glanville Nov 14, 2024

Japan Airlines is helping promote Expo 2025 Osaka, with special livery on one of its Boeing 787-8 aircraft operating international routes.

Awards

HVS’s Florian Kittler emphasises the need for eco-friendly practices and personalised experiences

Ana Alejandria Oct 24, 2024

HVS Executive Search Europe and Asia Pacific managing director Florian Kittler shares his valuable insights with us regarding the growing need for personalised experiences and sustainability…

MICE

Top three key business lessons for success  

Kanchan Nath Nov 9, 2023

Reggie Aggarwal, CEO and Founder of Cvent, delivered an inspiring opening keynote offering an optimistic outlook on the future of the events industry during the company’s annual industry and…

Hospitality

Hotel101 opens global sales hub and global corporate office in Singapore

Kristin Mariano Oct 12, 2023

DoubleDragon Corporation's subsidiary Hotel101 Global Pte. Ltd. officially opens and formally begins the operation of both its Global Corporate Office and Global Sales Hub in Singapore.…

Consumer

e& and Mastercard partner in 16 markets across the Middle East, Asia and Africa

Kanchan Nath Mar 1, 2023

e& has announced a strategic partnership with Mastercard that will see consumers and businesses in 16 markets across the Middle East, Asia and Africa benefit from a variety of new…

Tourism

A region of the future: Dubai’s smart evolution

Kristin Mariano Jan 10, 2023

In the past few years, Dubai has turned into a regional hub for technology and innovation. Representative of UAE’s exponential technological growth, the country is showcasing what…

Global

Safari Holding signs exclusive PropTech deal with HITEK

Kanchan Nath Nov 16, 2022

UAE-based smart property management solutions company HITEK Services, which is part of the Farnek group of companies, has signed an exclusive five-year partnership agreement with…

Cruise

Princess Cruises Unveils 360: A New Invitation-Only Experience

Kanchan Nath Nov 9, 2022

 A new, invitation-only experience from Princess Cruises will soon transport guests nightly to the Mediterranean – no matter where they are actually sailing – engaging all of their senses…

Cybersecurity revenue in tourism to top $2 billion in 2025

Megha Paul Jul 15, 2022

Cybersecurity will generate revenues of $2.1 billion in 2025 in the travel and tourism industry, up from $1.4 billion in 2021, forecasts GlobalData

Cruise

Princess Cruises to resume cruising in USA this fall

Kristin Mariano Jun 21, 2021

Princess has announced its intent to return to service in the United States sailing from Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Ft. Lauderdale this fall.

Reopening updates

How digital transformation and AI will lead future development of aviation in post COVID-19 era

Megha Paul Feb 9, 2021

Dubai Airshow 2021 will serve as a platform to showcase the role of cutting edge technologies in bolstering the recovery of the aviation, aerospace and defence industries following the…

Bloggers

Technology Transforming the Travel Industry

Valerie Lalonde Feb 24, 2020

The travel and leisure industry is undergoing a major evolution with personalisation. Travellers’ experiences can now be deeply customisable at every stage, from research and booking to…

Dubai Tourism Innovation hub unveiled

Megha Paul Feb 18, 2020

Accenture has opened the Dubai Tourism Innovation Hub, the company’s first innovation hub in the Middle East and North Africa region. Located in Dubai Media City, it is an immersive…

The future of travel in 2040: Faster, easier and ecologically sustainable

Tian Tolentino Jan 14, 2020

Authored by futurologist Ray Hammond, 'The World in 2040' futurology series has predicted developments and trends that will impact international travel and the traveller experience over the…

Technology

Travel tech this week: Start-ups raised millions for expansion

Kristin Mariano Dec 26, 2019

For travel tech news this week, it is indeed happy holidays for some start-ups as they raised millions to fuel their expansion.

Technology

Gojek, Blue Bird deal: Who has the last laugh?

Kristin Mariano Dec 17, 2019

Ride hailing giant Gojek is nearing an agreement to buy 5% of Indonesia’s top taxi operator PT Blue Bird.

Hospitality

From the room and beyond: How hotels can grow their brand and business

Kristin Mariano Oct 24, 2019

The hospitality industry may look like a simple business of welcoming the guests and taking care of them during their stay, but it is actually a very complex business that involves constant…

Guest Column

The Rough Guide to being a travel company in 2019

Jon Reay Sep 19, 2019

Digital is transforming all industries. Businesses are becoming ever more digital. In travel, you may still be selling holidays, flights or accommodation but the way you do it has…

Technology

10 wireless technology trends in 2019

Kristin Mariano Sep 9, 2019

Wireless technology plays a key role in today’s communications, and new forms of it will become central to emerging technologies including robots, drones, self-driving vehicles and new…

Hotels

Portier and Vinaphone team up to “empower next-generation tourism” in Vietnam

Alastair Newport Sep 7, 2018

Vinaphone, one of Vietnam’s biggest mobile networks, has unveiled its intentions of enhancing communications within the nation’s hospitality industry with the announcement of its new…

Travel Agents

Is data personalisation simply to improve the human touch?

Kristin Mariano Aug 6, 2018

Personalisation is the winning ingredient in travel and we have been seeing signs of it creep into more mainstream experiences. Whoever owns the traveller’s journey from end-to-end will win.

Technology

Chinese tech giant Tencent inks deal with Dubai officials to promote smart tourism

Tian Tolentino May 21, 2018

Tencent, the tech conglomerate responsible for WeChat and other top mobile apps, has signed a deal with Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing to spearhead smart tourism and…

Technology

TrustYou breaks down the impact of tech on the guest journey

Tian Tolentino May 18, 2018

Guest feedback platform, TrustYou, breaks down the technologies that modern hoteliers need to know through its latest eBook: The Hotelier's Tech Stack Guide - Must-have Technologies That…

Technology

Amadeus to introduce ‘Smart Cities’ to improve mobility in congested APAC cities

Tian Tolentino May 7, 2018

Amadeus announced the creation of a task force dedicated to lead its new Smart Cities offer in APAC, enabling smart mobility for the world’s most densely populated cities.

Technology

AI primer with Travelport VP Simon Ferguson, ahead of his keynote at the Mumbrella Travel Marketing Summit

Simon Willmore Apr 9, 2018

The week of 16 April is a crucial conference week for travel marketers from around the world and especially in Singapore, as both the Mumbrella Travel Marketing Summit and the Digital…

Startups

Startup brings the heat to Vietnam’s hospitality, tech industries

Simon Willmore Mar 2, 2018

BedLinker is a Vietnamese joint stock company providing technology solutions that allow hotels, travel agents and tour operators to work together. The start-up founded by Thuan Dao, whose…

Airlines and Aviation

Opening the skies with AirAsia Group’s Spencer Lee

Simon Willmore Mar 2, 2018

Spencer Lee, head of commercial for AirAsia Malaysia, looks quiet and unassuming. But if you talk about travel, the transport industry veteran can hardly contain his excitement. We sat down…

Entrepreneurs

‘Opaque booking format works for both hoteliers and guests’ – Travelspice co-founder

Simon Willmore Feb 27, 2018

We sat down with Travelspice co-founder and CFO Ankit Manglik for a short chat on the success of its opaque booking format, its future plans, and why its team chose “Kitney Mein Chahiye?” as…

Entrepreneurs

Young travel tech rock star seeks to connect traveller and hotelier needs

Simon Willmore Feb 13, 2018

We sat down with Tink Labs founder and CEO Terence Kwok to learn why this sharp-eyed Hong Kong native and his product have both reached rock-star status in the hospitality and tourism scene.

Technology

Unpacking traveller needs made easy with Unified Inbox

Simon Willmore Jan 31, 2018

IoT and AI come together through Unified Inbox (UIB), which enables people to talk with all of their smart devices through a single integrated API.

Face‑to‑Face

‘Talk less, listen more:’ Harnessing data out of customer sentiment with Twistar

Simon Willmore Jan 28, 2018

Twistar, a mobile device that harnesses feedback into actionable data, provides engagement that businesses can customise & customers can enjoy.

Technology

Keeping revenue and guest satisfaction handy

Simon Willmore Jan 26, 2018

Handy has made it possible for hotel operators to engage with guests through all stages of the travel journey, even as they step out of the actual hotel.

Technology

CES 2018: WATCH: Marriott unveils ‘hotel room of the future’

Tian Tolentino Jan 15, 2018

Marriot International partners with Samsung and Legrand to introduce the world’s smartest hotel room at the Consumer Electronics Show 2018.

Technology

Hospitality 2.0

Simon Willmore Jan 4, 2018 22

Information and communications technology (ICT) has made its mark in many industries. The hotel and hospitality industry is no exception to this, with everything from reservations to house…

OTAs & Tour Operators

What are the travel trends for 2018?

Jill Sayles Nov 20, 2017 18

Trafalgar CEO, Gavin Tollman indicates seven travel trends for next year.  Ready or not, we are into the final 50 days of the year. One naturally pauses to reflect on events of the past…

Technology

Brain Waves: Houston’s way-finding technology, a new travel adaptor, and more

Mark Elliott Jun 27, 2017

Houston to debut new way-finding technology Passengers are now able to find their way around Houston's airports simply by checking their smartphone. A new way-finding app has been…

Hotels

Hilton, AccorHotels and Louvre Hotels Group CEOs to headline AHIC

Gemma Greenwood Feb 9, 2017

Global leaders from some of the world’s largest hotel chains will take to the stage at the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference 2017 (AHIC), being held at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai from April…

Guest Column

The Rise of Mobile Travel Apps: Meeting the Demands of the Modern Travellers

Mohit Singh Nov 17, 2024

Mobile travel apps are becoming more popular, changing how people plan and enjoy their trips. Studies show that over 70% of travellers use these apps for different parts of their journeys.…

TDM Guest Contributor

Qatar Airways Soars Ahead with Starlink-Equipped Fleet

Joe Cusmano Oct 30, 2024 0

Qatar Airways has improved in-flight connectivity by operating the world’s first Starlink-equipped Boeing 777 aircraft from Doha to London. This milestone solidifies Qatar Airways’ position

Hotels

Courtyard by Marriott debuts in Goa

Kanchan Nath Jun 26, 2024

Courtyard by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announced the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Goa Colva, marking the debut of the Courtyard…

Guest Column

Navigating the Digital Journey: How Mobile Apps are Transforming Travel Planning

Mohit Singh May 27, 2024

Travel planning is now easier with mobile apps. Technology has made it simple to plan trips with just a few taps on a screen. From selecting their desired destination to booking flight…

Guest Column

Flying to Lima? Here’s What You Need to Prep For

Alex Martin Apr 8, 2024

Peru in South America is always on the must-visit list of all avid travelers. One of the attractions of Peru is the City of Kings, Lima, the capital of the country. Lima is well known for…

Partner content

Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit: Elevate your Bangkok experience

Joe Cusmano Sep 15, 2023

Bangkok is a city that welcomes tourists with open arms, offering a multitude of things to see and experience. From its irresistible street food to buzzing nightlife and cultural…

Features

The European Islands that British holidaymakers love the most 

Kanchan Nath Sep 3, 2023

Holidu, the holiday rental portal, has dug into data to uncover which European islands are most frequently searched for by internet users in the UK.

Features

‘Benefits and Dangers of AI’ at Hospitality Innovation Summit 2023

Kanchan Nath Mar 23, 2023

Like all businesses, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming an integral part of the hospitality industry.

Features

The time to Get Modern is now

Kristin Mariano Mar 13, 2023

This isn’t going to be another one of those articles that starts with pointing out that the internet changed everything, and not just because it started by claiming not to be one of…

Tourism

Florida is the best state for a Family Spring Break

Kristin Mariano Feb 23, 2023

Spring Break is a special time and needs to be done right. It’s not just for teenagers and 20-somethings – it's for families too. So rather than leave you to scour the internet at…

Tourism Boards

VisitScotland skills up with Google and DigitalBoost 

Kanchan Nath Feb 15, 2023

VisitScotland is urging tourism businesses to embrace the power of digital to bring visitors to the shores. It has launched a series of webinars in partnership with Business Gateway’s…

Guest Column

Is Nepal Expensive To Visit?

Ranjan Pandey Feb 6, 2023

Nepal is a beautiful mountainous country seated between two giant nations; India and China. Despite being a landlocked country, Nepal is easy to access, and the democracy that prevails here…

Tourism

Discover the best Spanish and Portuguese cities for digital nomads

Kristin Mariano Jan 17, 2023

More and more workers have come to appreciate the flexibility of working remotely, and many have taken the opportunity to explore new parts of the world! Governments have noticed the…

Tourism

Top 10 travel trends for 2023: Adventure, purpose, nostalgia, and extreme immersion experiences

Kristin Mariano Dec 22, 2022

The Lemongrass Digital Insights team has researched the latest travel search trends, and drawn key findings from multiple industry reports, to bring you the top 2023 travel trends you need…

Air

Airlines Are Betting On A Thriving Post-Pandemic Future

Joe Cusmano Dec 21, 2022

The airline industry has recovered from the pandemic and is experiencing a time of exceptional prosperity. Algorithms powered by artificial intelligence are sifting through mountains…

Tourism

Maldives for female solo travellers

Kanchan Nath Nov 4, 2022

While combing through the accounts of prominent female solo travellers it was found that the Maldives is frequently present and highly recommended.

UK

Perfect winter getaways at the right price

Kanchan Nath Oct 11, 2022

With the cost-of-living crunch set to worsen as winter approaches and temperatures plummet while heating bills soar, many will wonder if they can afford mid-term and Christmas breaks – just…

UK

Winter ‘workcations’ for the Brits

Kanchan Nath Sep 23, 2022

With the cost of living on the rise, more Brits are being tempted to head overseas for a working holiday in order to save money on their bills during the colder months

MICE

HITEK MD to deliver keynote at MEFMA conference in Riyadh

Kanchan Nath Sep 22, 2022

Javeria Aijaz, managing director of HITEK, a UAE-based smart FM technology solutions company, will deliver the keynote address at the Middle East FM Association (MEFMA) one-day conference…

MICE

‘Sustainability MICE Series’ from Hilton

Kanchan Nath Sep 21, 2022

With the recent grand launch of DoubleTree by Hilton in Shah Alam i-City, the hotel now introduces their latest offering: the Sustainability MICE Series.

China

What a formal China Outbound Tourism survey won’t tell you.

Anita Chan Aug 8, 2022

To set the stage right, my company respects surveys. We actually did many surveys ourselves and came up with Young Chinese Travelers’ Journey, 9+1 Chinese Travel KOLs Opinions amid &…

Top 5 tips to travel on budget

Chris Head Jun 27, 2022

We all love travelling, but the costs can mount up quickly. Here are our top 5 tips to travel on a budget and not feel a reduction in enjoyment or compromise safety.

Technology

Book now or wait? Why we need the e-tourism revolution

Andrew Armitage Jun 24, 2022

With the world opening back up and a relaxation on testing restrictions, 2022 is set to be a big year for travel. Airlines, tour operators, travel agencies, and hotels are all reporting a…

Guest Column

6 Ways To Increase Traffic To Your Hotel Website

Gizem Tas Jun 6, 2022

6 Ways To Get More Traffic To Your Hotel Website  While the power of a hotel website is common knowledge, many hotel owners take it at face value but don't do enough with it. A website…

Here are the best places to go solo backpacking

Kristin Mariano Feb 11, 2022

New research by Uswitch has revealed the best locations in the world for solo backpackers.

OTAs & Tour Operators

KAYAK reveals the best countries for travel and remote working in 2022

Kristin Mariano Jan 17, 2022

As more people embrace flexible working environments and set their sights on their 2022 ‘workation’ (AKA, a vacation that blends leisure and remote working), KAYAK reveals the best countries…

KAYAK reveals the best countries for travel and remote working in 2022

Megha Paul Jan 14, 2022

Travel search engine KAYAK reveals the best countries in the world to work remotely from, with Portugal topping the list

On The Deck

From then to now! Embracing the hospitality and tech evolution

Megha Paul Nov 1, 2021

Kevin Tatem, managing director in South East Asia at STAAH reminisces about the good old days and talks about how innovation in technology and industry transformation has changed our…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Workcation is the new bleisure travel

Kristin Mariano Jul 27, 2021

Taking a page out of the digital nomad’s diary, the working staycation or “workcation” was born.

Hospitality

How perfect channel manager can help you master online distribution and boost revenue

Megha Paul Jun 21, 2021

Hotels and accommodation providers are in dire need of a good channel manager as online travel bookings are firmly growing each year and are only bound to increase post-COVID

Technology

Commission-free direct bookings – a boon to hoteliers

Kristin Mariano Mar 11, 2021

All hoteliers want more direct bookings more than any type of bookings because at the end of the day that is full profit going directly into their pockets with no third-party aggregators…

Hospitality

Juniper and Hotelmize: Partnerships that bring innovation to tourism industry

Megha Paul Jan 21, 2021

One of the latest partnerships for the benefit of the tourism market is the collaboration between Juniper and Hotelmize

Technology

4 Technologies with Strong Impact in Hospitality Industry

Bharat Dogra Jan 14, 2021

Various rising innovations have made the lives of hoteliers significantly simpler.

Podcast – Queensland Air Museum, Sunshine Coast – Queensland

TellMeWhere2Go Sep 17, 2020

Featuring: Tiana Templeman Queensland Air Museum at Caloundra is home to an amazing collection of aircraft and aviation artefacts, and exciting tales of courage, adventure and lucky…

Iconic India Taj Mahal Set to Reopen

Anil Mathur Sep 9, 2020

There is  much cheer and hope in the travel industry in India as finally the iconic India Taj Mahal and other monuments like the Agra Fort are set to open on September 21 after over 4 months…

Of sunshine and Vitamin Sea! Barbados is letting people move there to work remotely. Here’s how to apply

Megha Paul Jul 27, 2020

Barbados is now accepting applications for its recently launched 12-month Barbados Welcome Stamp visa. Those interested in living like a ‘Bajan’ for a year can visit here to apply for…

Features

Advertising during COVID-19 pandemic: Yay or nay?

Kristin Mariano May 18, 2020

Now that many countries are easing their restrictions and are preparing to adapt to the “new normal,” should companies start advertising again?

IoT tech takes strain off hotels, quarantine facilities

Kristin Mariano Apr 16, 2020

Tech firm Essence Group, along with partner FocusCura, are installing their remote monitoring tele-care technology to provide support to COVID-19 patients who have been discharged from…

Tourism

How to plan for holidays once non-essential travel ban is lifted

Kristin Mariano Apr 15, 2020

Despite some saying that this moment could take longer to come than we would like, now could be the time to start budgeting for travel.

Revenge travelling will happen, the question is WHEN?

Anita Chan Mar 23, 2020

Do you know what Chinese are talking now? They are talking about ‘Revenge Spending’ (报复性消费).

Hotels

Why Savoy Hotel Manila is the epitome of bleisure in the Philippines

Kristin Mariano Dec 20, 2019

A stone’s throw away from Manila’s international airport, Savoy Hotel Manila is more than an ‘airport hotel’ that highlights the style and comfort.

Technology

Voice technology and improving the guest experience

Alastair Newport Sep 30, 2019

Being able to meaningfully interact with technology might have one time been nothing more than a dream, but the reality is that we are closer to that dream than ever -- writes Arthur Chapin,…

Guest Column

How Technology Has Changed the Way You Travel

William Padilla Sep 19, 2019

Technology has changed the world tremendously. It has made life easier and more convenient. The tasks that used to take days can be completed in hours and minutes with the help of the…

5 tips to protect your finances and data on holiday

Alastair Newport Aug 15, 2019

Security and fraud are usually at the forefront of people’s minds when it comes to money and bank accounts, but online security can fall down the list of priorities when Brits go on holiday,…

Tourism

7 summer destinations to help kids unplug their devices

Kristin Mariano Jul 23, 2019

Research has shown that the blue light from a screen can affect your kid’s vision and sleep schedule. With schools out, it is easy to overdo playing video games or watching mundane videos in…

Startups

Women travelling solo are truly “wanderful”

Kristin Mariano Jul 12, 2019

More women are heading out of their comfort zone and seek high-octane adventures that provide an opportunity to develop new skills and passions.

Hotels

“We want to add value to local communities as well as clients”

Simon Willmore Jun 27, 2019

We talk to GCP Hospitality COO, Tony Chisholm

Startups

Lost and found: WishTrip is the app that every DIY traveller needs

Kristin Mariano May 7, 2019

WishTrip helps destinations shape the tourist experience and helps them become SMART tourist destinations.

Hospitality

G Talk: “Creating a community within the hotels”

Simon Willmore May 3, 2019

We spoke to Marc Bichet, chief marketing officer at GCP Hospitality, to learn more about the GTalk initiative:

Travel Agents

Future-proof your business when Gen Z takes over

Kristin Mariano Feb 26, 2019

Kids born in the year 2000 will turn 19 this year entering university or working on their first job. Generation Z is the generation that follows Millennials, born in the late ’90s and early…

Global

Aviation round up: Full stream ahead!

Alastair Newport Jan 29, 2019

This week’s aviation round up eyes up the first commercial Gulfstream G500 service,  SIA's digtial innovations lab and a team up from two giants of the flying world.

Sports Tourism

“Just getting to the golf course is an experience” Mark Siegel, GolfAsian 

Alastair Newport Jan 24, 2019

In part one of my interview with Mark Siegel, pioneer of the golfing holiday scene in SE Asia,  we spoke about why he sees running GolfAsian is akin to managing Fedex. This week we discuss…

Startups

How TripClub values women and their need of work and life balance

Kristin Mariano Jan 18, 2019

For TripClub CEO and founder Menchie Dizon, women deserve to have both worlds so she created a program that will enable women to work and take care of their personal affairs. As a woman, she…

Startups

A smarter way to site-see: Now offered by Vidi Guides

Kristin Mariano Dec 18, 2018

75% of Millennials rely on Wikipedia or Google as their source of information, but these are not designed for sightseeing. So how does one filter the information especially while in a new…

HR & Careers

Industry insights with Willem Niemeijer of Khiri Travel

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Nov 30, 2018

Celebrating 25 years in business, Khiri Travel retrospects on its journey in travel in Asia. Khiri Travel founder, Willem Niemeijer insights that inform his travel industry decision making,…

Global

From hippy central to booking world tours for major rock acts: Life of a Travel Counsellor

Alastair Newport Nov 1, 2018

Travel Counsellor Allison Barnard tells us how she got started, the best and worst features of being a TC, tricks of the trade and more.

Podcasts

Podcast: NDC’s status and potential – with VP of NDC-X, Amadeus

Brett Henry Sep 10, 2018

I spoke to Gianni Pisanello about the game-changing new platform's current status and future potential.

Podcasts

Capturing luxury Chinese travellers: We talk to Anita Chan, CEO of Compass Edge

Brett Henry Aug 6, 2018

Anita Chan, the CEO of Compass Edge, warned me that "the China that you understand is not the real China".

Podcasts

Using the cloud before it was even called ‘the cloud’

Brett Henry Jul 20, 2018

I spoke to Andrew McGregor, CEO of Guestline, about life in Asia, the early days of e-commerce, and how to expand into new markets.

Global

Why the image of the adventure seeking solo traveller could be dead

Alastair Newport Jun 21, 2018

According to data from Travelzoo the typical image of the solo traveller as a free-wheeling individual, ready to bunk down and chase adventure at the drop of hat, may not be the case.

OTAs & Tour Operators

‘Preserving something special by sharing it’ – Explora.ph founder on the challenges of bespoke travel

Tian Tolentino Jun 8, 2018

Last month, we featured Explora.ph, a travel platform that partners with locals to offer bespoke travel experiences in the Philippines. Here’s the inspiration behind the company, and some of…

Hospitality

Music Matters: Rightsify’s review of the influence of music on hotels’ atmosphere

Alastair Newport May 29, 2018

Back in March, we introduced you to a new way to fill your hotel with atmospheric, location-appropriate music to create the right environment for your business using Rightsify, a new…

Ocean Cruising

World’s largest cruise ship with over-the-top features sets sail from Barcelona

Tian Tolentino Apr 12, 2018

Symphony of the Seas is the largest – and most audacious – cruise ship in the world and it just sailed from Barcelona on its inaugural voyage in the Mediterranean.

Interviews

“Hey Angie, get me an interview with your creator” – meet the man pushing the envelope of voice-activated hotel tech

Tian Tolentino Mar 23, 2018

Back in February, I wrote about the debut of Angie, the 24-hour interactive guest-room assistant. It’s an innovative piece of technology that’s revolutionising hospitality both for guests…

Mobile & Social

“Every musician is born an entrepreneur” – how piano theory helps the founder of a messaging start-up

Simon Willmore Feb 6, 2018

We got in touch with Unified Inbox CEO and founder Toby Ruckert, to figure out how seemingly disparate interests could create a platform that allows for a harmonious relationship between…

Consumer

Genuine traveller insights keep hotels in The Know

Simon Willmore Jan 9, 2018

The Know translates the mystery shopper format into a smart, innovative and exclusive mystery guest service. It’s an invitation-only online club where seasoned travellers with discriminating…

United States

Why Millennials Are The Most Important Consumer Generation For The Travel Industry

Mark Elliott Nov 9, 2017 0

From Forbes: What’s more important to millennials than escaping from their student loans, buying a big-ticket item, or even improving relationships with their family and friends? If you…

UK

Q&A: The Lone Travellers

Jill Sayles Oct 4, 2017

Margaux Marshall, a digital product manager, has created a travel website and community for solo travellers which is due to launch this week. She tells Travel Daily all about it.  What is…

Hotel

Travel Hacks: Being Budget-Minded Vs. Indulging Yourself

Simon Willmore Mar 21, 2017 0

It has been said that “It costs 10% less to go first class” because it can be true - if you know where to look and the questions to ask. When you travel or shop, you often get unanticipated…

United States

Q&A: with CEO Hotels of The Future – hotels.com

Simon Willmore Mar 16, 2017 1

We caught up with Dr. James Canton, CEO and Chairman of the Institute for Global Futures about how hotels will look like in the future. Dr. Canton is a global futurist, social scientist,…

United States

Planning the Perfect Hawaiian Trip

Simon Willmore Feb 26, 2017 0

The decision to vacation on the island of Oahu may initially be based on getting acquainted with it simply because your plane landed here first and you “might as well” see what's around…