Accor signs Philippines’s first MGallery Resort
Accor has continued its rapid expansion in the Philippines with the signing of South Palms Resort Panglao Bohol - MGallery, a locally-inspired five-star resort on the idyllic island of…
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Bedsonline expands in Philippines through new partnership with Worldrep, Inc
Bedsonline the leading global provider of online accommodation and ancillary products, has appointed Worldrep, Inc. as its General Sales Agent (GSA) in the Philippines, offering tailored…
Morocco, Philippines and Japan top adventure destinations for Brits this spring
Morocco, Philippines, and Japan are the top searched destinations for adventurous UK residents who expect to travel in the first quarter of 2023, according to the latest insights from…
Best Western Hotels & Resorts brings Surestay Studio to the Philippines
Best Western Hotels & Resorts has expanded its presence in the Philippines with the launch of SureStay Studio by Best Western Clarkview – the first SureStay Studio property in the…
EVA Air to launch daily non-stop flights between Taipei and the northwestern Philippines
EVA Air will launch daily non-stop flights between Taipei and the northwestern Philippines, starting on March 30, 2023.
The addition of Clark International Airport will give EVA Air…
Flights to and from Manila, Philippines suspended due to technical issues
Philippine authorities halted flights in and out of Manila on New Year's Day due to a malfunction of air traffic control, causing chaos for tens of thousands of travellers.
Demand for the Philippines is high at 2022 World Travel Market
The Philippine delegation for the 2022 World Travel Market, led by Tourism Secretary Ma. Christina Garcia Frasco, was welcomed with high demand from international buyers with 211…
Philippines forefronts as a premier dive destination
The Philippines, spearheaded by the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, is back in full force to position the country as a premier dive…
The Philippines reaches 2022 target foreign visitors arrivals
Philippines' Department of Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco has announced on October 17 that the country has breached the 2022 target foreign visitors arrivals.
“As of today, we have…
Accor partners with Hann for luxury resorts in Clark, Philippines
With Hann Lux, Sofitel Clark and Emblems Clark, Accor and Hann now have six hotels together in Clark, Philippines.
Philippines tourism market to reach USD10.8 Bn in 2022: FMI
A market analysis by Future Market Insights (FMI) states that the global Philippines tourism market is poised to reach a valuation of USD 10.8 Bn in 2022.
Admiral Hotel Manila – MGallery debuts in the Philippines
Accor introduces Admiral Hotel Manila - MGallery as its first MGallery property in the Philippines. Set along Roxas Boulevard with sweeping views across Manila Bay, the hotel is a portal…
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…
Philippines no longer requires pre-departure testing for fully-vaxxed travellers
Fully-vaccinated travellers arriving in the Philippines are no longer required to present a negative reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) or rapid antigen test upon entry…
The Human Face of Medical Tourism in the Philippines is now a World Tourism Hero
The Human Face of Medical Tourism in the Philippines is now a World Tourism Hero -
According to the World Tourism Network, the first tourism hero ever recognized in the Philippines is…
The Philippines is the New Ultimate Medical Tourism Destination
The Philippines is the New Ultimate Medical Tourism Destination -
Slippers and shorts are a standard dress code in Hawaii. As a resident in the Aloha State for more than 30 years, this has…
Philippines’ Travel & Tourism contribution nation’s economy climbed by 129.5.% in 2021 – WTTC
The World Travel & Tourism Council’s latest Economic Impact Report revealed last year the Philippines’ Travel & Tourism contribution to the nation’s economy climbed by 129.5.% year…
Qatar Airways Group to recruit a significant number of staff across the Philippines with recruitment roadshows starting 18 April 2022
Qatar Airways Group aims to welcome a significant number of new employees from the Philippines to support its global operations over the coming months.
WTTC reveals speaker list for 21st global summit in the Philippines
WTTC unveils its speakers for its upcoming Global Summit in Manila, which includes Indonesian/Dutch activist Melati Wijsen and South Korean politician Ban Ki-Moon who served as the eighth…
Philippines opens doors to all foreign tourists with easing of arrival requirements starting April 1
The Philippines is geared to a full-throttle for the country’s tourism industry recovery. Starting April 1, there will be no limit to the number of international passengers arriving in all…
Luxury’s new address! Swissôtel debuts in the Philippines
Situated in Clark Freeport and Special Economic Zone, Swissôtel Clark is set to become a vibrant destination within the evolving city, a two-hour drive from Manila
Mabuhay! The Philippines reopens to fully vaccinated international travellers
Starting today, 10 February, the Philippines has reopened its borders to fully vaccinated travellers from visa-free countries.
As Philippines reopens, Park Inn by Radisson North EDSA welcomes travellers back
Park Inn by Radisson re-opens its doors to leisure and business travellers as we slowly usher in a new normal where COVID-19 becomes manageable and hopefully endemic.
The Philippines to allow fully-vaxxed tourists from visa-free countries starting February 10
The Philippines will start to accept fully-vaccinated foreign leisure travelers from visa-free countries beginning February 10.
Are you ready for some Triple C island adventure in the Philippines?
Hailed as the “Gems of the Pacific,” Triple C island adventure represents the exciting activities in the provinces of Camarines Sur, Camarines Norte and Catanduanes Island of the Bicol…
15 eco-adventure sites in Central Luzon of the Philippines
While the Philippines is known for the pristine beaches of Boracay and rock formations in Siargao and Palawan, eco-adventure sites in Central Luzon are becoming increasingly popular among…
Ecotourism and gastronomy collide in the Philippines’ Zamboanga Peninsula
In light of the current COVID-19 situation, the recommendations and activities mentioned in this article are for the purpose of possible future holidays. Please always refer to local…
The Philippines delays reopening for foreign tourists due to new COVID variant
The Philippines has suspended its reopening to foreign tourists from certain countries due to the threat of new COVID-19 variant.
Philippines ramps up vaccination rate through 3-day vaccination drive
To achieve the 70% vaccination rate or 54 million Filipinos, the Philippines has announced a three-day vaccination drive nationwide starting today, 29 November to 1 December.
The Philippines reopens to vaccinated tourists on December 1
The Philippines will reopen to vaccinated tourists from certain countries starting December 1.
Quarantine-free travel to the Philippines for certain countries starting November 22
The Philippines will waive quarantine rules for fully vaccinated travellers from green countries starting November 22, 2021.
Head to the Philippines’ Ilocos Region for heritage and beaches
In light of the current COVID-19 situation, the recommendations and activities mentioned in this article are for the purpose of possible future holidays. Please always refer to local…
Day trip in the Philippines: 5 destinations filled with fun and unique adventures
The cities of the Philippines offer fun and unique activities that can be toured in a single day, with a cosmopolitan vibe that is complemented perfectly by the warmth of the Filipino…
The Philippines updates testing, quarantine rules for incoming travellers
The Philippines has updated the testing and quarantine rules for incoming travellers. The country is also following a traffic light system naming “red, yellow, and green” countries and…
More fun awaits in the Philippines: PH preps for international tourism
As the world waits for international travel borders to reopen, the Philippines is preparing a warm welcome for tourists.
Trip.com’s ‘Vaccinated Discount Campaign’ supports vaccination drive in the Philippines
Trip.com has announced the launch of a new campaign to introduce exclusive discounts and benefits for fully vaccinated travellers in the Philippines.
Siargao, Philippines named as one of World’s 100 Greatest Places of 2021
Siargao has earned its spot on Time magazine’s list of ‘The World's 100 Greatest Places of 2021’ not only because of its consistent waves but also because of its ongoing development to…
Park Inn by Radisson brings a bright new era of hospitality to Philippines’ “City of Smiles”
Radisson Hotel Group has opened a new Park Inn by Radisson hotel in the Philippines.
Everything you need to know about the Philippines’ ‘Reef to Ridge Travel Corridor’
The ‘Reef to Ridge Travel Corridor’ is one of the earliest plans that have been executed by the Philippines’ travel and tourism industry.
Siquijor: The hidden gem of The Philippines
The mystic Siquijor is the southernmost island in the Visayan Island Group and the third smallest province in the Philippines
WTTC announces the Philippines as next global summit host
World’s leading private and public sector tourism leaders took a united stand to safely restart international travel at the closure of the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) Global…
More foreigners can now travel to the Philippines
The Bureau of Immigration will allow more foreigners to travel to the Philippines following the government’s COVID-19 task force has expanded the list of foreign nationals allowed entry in…
Top 5 Lunar Year destinations in the Philippines
Filipinos, like those from the rest of the region, will be exploring domestic destinations to ring in the year of the Ox.
Foreigners with valid visas can travel to the Philippines
Foreigners bearing valid visas can now travel to the Philippines but are still subjected to strict health and quarantine protocols.
The Philippines is open for ‘international travel bubbles’
Philippines’ Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat said that the country is open in creating “international travel bubbles” with neighbouring countries that would…
Philippines to undergo second lockdown if new coronavirus variant reaches its shores
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte broached on the subject of reimposing stricter lockdown nationwide to prevent the spread of the new strain of virus first found in the United Kingdom.
Philippines’ tourism closed until year-end
If you are planning to travel to the Philippines for the holidays, unfortunately, it is still not possible.
The Philippines working on travel bubble arrangements with Asian countries
The Philippines is reportedly setting up travel bubble arrangements with several Asian countries as more nations reopen their borders for tourism.
Boracay, Philippines reopens: Here’s what you need to know
With a heartwarming video, the crown jewel of the Philippines and flagship of sustainable tourism in the country welcomes back tourists wanting to get away.
New milestone: WTTC celebrates as Philippines becomes 100th destination to get ‘Safe Travels’ stamp
WTTC has announced that in just three short months, 100 destinations are now using its ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, with the Philippines becoming the official 100th destination
SpiceJet operates first repatriation flight from the Philippines
SpiceJet operated its maiden repatriation flight from the Philippines under the Vande Bharat Mission (VBM)
Slowly but surely: Philippines’ tourism reopening takes cautious strides
While leisure travel is not in full swing yet, travel companies and suppliers are hard at work in adopting the “new normal” for the Philippines' tourism reopening.
Grab Philippines to deliver fresh produce right at your doorstep
Grab Philippines partnered with the Department of Agriculture (DA) to support the livelihood of farmers and entrepreneurs as well as to bring convenience to consumers in obtaining fresh…
Grab Philippines expands services with GrabMart
GrabMart is the company’s newest on-demand grocery service which allows users to shop thru the app and have them delivered on their doorstep.
Philippines’ Smile video a tribute to front liners
As a tribute to all the front liners facing the threat of Covid-19, the Philippines’ Department of Tourism (DOT) released a video clip that captures not only their resilience but also…
Philippines opens USD 524m “war chest” and 50% goes to tourism
Amid the enhanced community quarantine to the whole island of Luzon, the Philippines opened its PHP 27.1 billion (USD 524 million) “war chest” to combat the COVID-19 and PHP 14bn (USD 271m)…
Dusit partners with Metro Pacific for hospitality venture in Philippines
Dusit International has signed an investment agreement with major Filipino infrastructure holding company Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC) to jointly develop and manage…
Tourism chief assures travellers saying “it’s safe to come to the Philippines”
Philippines’ tourism secretary Bernadette Romulo –Puyat wants to assure international tourists that “it’s safe to come to the Philippines”.
World’s largest ‘residential yacht’ docks in the Philippines
MS The World, the largest privately-owned 'residential yacht' featuring 165 luxury apartments, has docked off the coast of Bohol, one of the Philippines' top cruise ship destinations.
Philippines’ Taal volcano ash fall suspends flights in Manila
Hundreds of flights to and from Manila have been suspended since Sunday following the Taal Volcano spewed ash and smoke.
Why Savoy Hotel Manila is the epitome of bleisure in the Philippines
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.
My Metro Manila app allows you to explore every nook and cranny of the Philippines’ capital
My Metro Manila app makes the capital a more tourist-friendly metropolis by providing comfort, convenience, and information available to every traveller.
The best diving site and resort is in the Philippines
The Philippines nabbed this year’s World's Leading Dive Destination for the first time during the World Travel Awards
How best to enjoy the rich wildlife of Palawan in the Philippines
Palawan, the long and narrow Philippines Island is a heaven on the earth. Its karst limestone geography is gorgeous. Caves, mountains, jungles, and beaches along with rustic Filipino food…
SureStay expands in Philippines with Cebu property
Best Western Hotels & Resorts has unveiled plans to expand its innovative SureStay Hotel Group in the Philippines, with the signing of a new hotel in Cebu City, one of the country’s…
Accor adds 3,400 new rooms to Philippines network
The current big boy of hospitality Accor, has revealed that it will be adding significant girth to its network in the Philippines today with a record-setting nine new hotels signed this…
Korean Air launches new routes into China and the Philippines
Korean Air has announced a tranche of new routes this week, including flights to Clark, in the Philippines; Nanjing, in China on 27 October. As well as, both, Zhangjiajie and Hangzhou,…
Marriott to triple hotels in the Philippines
Marriott International expects to more than triple its hotel portfolio in the Philippines in the next five years. It will also debut five new brands including Ritz-Carlton, Element and…
The Philippines has four new tourist destinations
The Philippines, also known as the pearl of the orient, has four new tourist sites.
Philippines’ tourism department, Grab ink deal to promote sustainable tourism
Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) and Grab signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will promote sustainable tourism.
Philippines’ tax agency eyes Airbnbs as fresh source of income
Airbnb has become a popular alternative to expensive hotels for a day of “staycation”. Philippines’ Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is turning to Airbnbs as the new source of additional…
Philippines bids for UNWTO assembly
The Philippines’ Department of Tourism is lobbying for support to strengthen a bid to host the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) General Assembly in the Philippines in…
Accor to debut Pullman Living and Novotel Living in the Philippines
Accor has announced plans to develop the first Pullman Living and Novotel Living standalone apartments in Manila in partnership with PTC Holdings. Both properties are slated to open in…
Emerging hotel chain Privato carves its territory in the Philippines
Privato Hotels is an emerging hotel chain in the Philippines, led by its founder and president Gab Perez — who just turned 31.
Explora.ph: “The Philippines is more than its greatest hits”
Tech startup Explora.ph has launched its mobile app, bringing together more than 1,500 curated attractions in the Philippines.
Ultra luxurious private resort in the Philippines costs USD 100,000 a night
A luxurious tropical paradise in the western Philippines has opened for business but with a hefty price tag.
Grab Philippines launches water delivery service amid water crisis
Ride-railing firm Grab Philippines offers a water delivery service in water-deprived city of Marikina.
OYO sets out to become ‘household name’ in the Philippines
After India, China, Malaysia, Nepal, UK, UAE and Indonesia, OYO Hotels and Homes has announced its eighth international destination, the Philippines.
Go-Jek operates in Singapore after roadblock in the Philippines
Indonesian unicorn Go-Jek has opened its app to passengers in Singapore after it hits a roadblock in the Philippines.
Best Western’s SureStay brand set to arrive in the Philippines
Best Western Hotels & Resorts has announced it will open its first SureStay hotel in the Philippines in the second quarter of 2019.
Radisson grows in APAC with third signing in the Philippines
Radisson Hotel Group has announced the signing of its third Park Inn by Radisson hotel in the Philippines, scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2019.
Lessons from Boracay: The Philippines’ quest for sustainable tourism
Boracay, the Philippines’ crown jewel, was closed to tourists for six months to undergo rehabilitation after the president himself, Rodrigo Roa Duterte, called the island a “cesspool”…
Seda Lio targets MICE and destination wedding markets in the Philippines
Emerging hotel chain based in the Philippines, Seda Hotels, has announced its latest offering that looks to capitalise on leisure and business travellers in the picturesque El Nido, Palawan.
Korean Air lends a helping to Philippines typhoon region
Keeping up its social responsibility goals, Korean Air's volunteer group “Didimdol” (a Korean word for stepping-stone) flew to the Bicol region in Philippines, to perform volunteer work for…
Ascott boosts pipeline through alliance in the Philippines
The Ascott Limited has signed an agreement to boost its portfolio in the Philippines by partnering with Cebu Landmasters Inc. to manage 1,600 units by 2022.
RedDoorz expands to its third Southeast Asian market in the Philippines
RedDoorz, the budget hotels booking platform that’s been winning cities in Southeast Asia, today announced its expansion into its third market in the region – the Philippines.
Courtyard by Marriott on for a double in the Philippines
May has kicked off with a bang for Marriott in the Philippines. Not content with launching Courtyard by Marriott Iloilo, the brand has also announced the signing of a new 251-room property…
Radisson RED is coming for the coastal city of Cebu in the Philippines
Radisson Hotel Group has announced the signing of a flagship RED property, to be completed in Q4 2021: the Radisson RED Mandaue in Mandaue City, Cebu, Philippines.
5 things you probably didn’t know about Holy Week in the Philippines
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,…
Forbes Travel Guide 2018 recognizes the best hotels in the Philippines
Forbes Travel Guide 2018 has just announced their top-rated picks in the travel and hospitality space and 12 of them come from the Philippines.
Hotel 101 Resort-Boracay to go big and green in the Philippines
DoubleDragon Properties Corp. recently announced the building of the biggest 'green' hotel in the Philippines – Hotel 101 Resort-Boracay.
Biggest hotel in the Philippines’ south will rise in 2020
Hotel of Asia Inc., a subsidiary of DoubleDragon Properties Corp. recently signed a joint agreement with W2JP2 Corp. to build the largest hotel in the Philippines’ southernmost region,…
Grand Hyatt Manila sets the stage for luxury living in the Philippines
Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today the opening of Grand Hyatt Manila, the first Grand Hyatt hotel in the Philippines. The 461-room luxury hotel tops the tallest skyscraper in the…
The battle for online travel in the Philippines: A review of Tripmoba versus Murang Lipad
Here at Travel Daily, we like to give readers a fair look into trends in the travel and tourism sector. While this might not be a steady review series, we hope this and any similar posts in…
5 amazing getaway spots in the Philippines
We’ve listed down five amazing vacation spots in the Philippines with the most eclectic themes. Our list includes a Greek-inspired resort, a Filipino heritage site, a museum hotel, an…
Dream Hotel Group unveil first hotel in the Philippines
The 220-key Dream Hotel, found on the white sand beaches of Borocay – recently rated third best island destination in the world by Condé Nast Traveler magazine – is a major signing for the…
Philippines offers visa-on-arrival to Chinese tourists
The Philippines has decided to start offering visa-on-arrival to Chinese tourists, in a bid to tap into this massive inbound market.
The decision was taken as part of the Philippine…
Japan Cruise Lines commits to the Philippines
Japan Cruise Lines (JCL) has given a boost to the Philippines by agreement to include the country as a regular port-of-call in 2018.
On the sidelines of the 2017 Philippine Business…
10,000 hotel rooms under construction in the Philippines
There are currently more than 10,000 new hotel rooms under construction in the Philippines.
According to a new report by TopHotelProjects, the nationwide pipeline of 10,713 rooms covers…
Philippines Airlines to operate Boeing 777-300ER on London to Manila route
From mid-December this year a Philippines Airlines (PAL) Boeing 777-300ER aircraft will serve the daily London to Manila route.
PAL president and chief operating officer Jaime J.…
Nickelodeon to Open Major New Family Tourist Attraction in the Philippines in 2020
Nickelodeon to open major new family tourist attraction in the Philippines in 2020 - Part of an “underwater” resort complex
The children’s TV Nickelodeon brand has partnered with Coral…
Seda Hotels plans major expansion in the Philippines
Seda Hotels has unveiled plans for a major expansion of its portfolio across the Philippines.
The hotel group, which is operated by Ayala Land Hotels & Resorts Corp (AHRC), will…
‘Philippines Mega-fam’ trip for UK agents
This month Philippine Airlines and the Philippine Department of Tourism London are to host a ‘Philippines Mega-fam’ for agents to key destinations throughout the archipelago.
The week-long…
Philippines to improve air access for tourists
The Philippine government is aiming to improve and upgrade air capacity across the country, in an effort to boost international tourism.
The country is one of the largest in Southeast…
Nickelodeon plans “underwater” park in the Philippines
Nickelodeon will open major new family tourist attraction in the Philippines in 2020, as part of an "underwater" resort complex.
The children's TV brand has partnered with Coral World…
AIDA Cruises supports SOS-Kinderdorf e.V. in the Philippines and the Dominican Republic
For over ten years, AIDA Cruises has already been supporting SOS-Kinderdorf in its worldwide projects to help children in need. This year the proceeds from the raffle that is…
AirAsia starts flying Philippines-Taiwan
AirAsia has launched its first two routes linking the Philippines with Taiwan.
The low-cost carrier's Philippine subsidiary started flying direct from Manila to Taipei on 21 November, and…
Face to face: Philippines Tourism Minister Wanda Corazon T. Teo
How important is the UK market to the Philippines?
We are serious in courting the British travel trade and business networks to bring more arrivals and related investments to the…
Philippines turns to India for tourism boost
The Philippines' Department of Tourism (DOT) headed to India this month to undertake a four-city tourism roadshow.
A delegation from the Southeast Asia country, which included hotels and…
Conrad debuts in the Philippines
Hilton today opened its first luxury Conrad hotel in the Philippines.
Set within the 42-hectare Bay City development, the new Conrad Manila is positioned adjacent to the huge Mall of…
Best Western adds new destination in the Philippines
Best Western has unveiled plans to open its first hotel in Puerto Princesa, on the Philippine island of Palawan.
Scheduled to debut in June 2016, Best Western Plus Ivy Wall is a…
Air New Zealand flies to the Philippines
Air New Zealand will continue to expand its Asian network later this year with the launch of flights to the Philippines.
Commencing in December 2016, the airline will operate three…
Taiwan’s V Air arrives in the Philippines
V Air, the Taiwanese low-cost carrier, has launched its first flights to the Philippines.
The inaugural flight from Taipei to Manila touched down at the Philippine capital's Ninoy…
Cruise tourism in the spotlight for Philippines
The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) completed its first Cruise Tourism Development Strategy under assistance of United States Agency for International Development (USAID).
Ted…
Philippines looks to accelerate Halal tourism plans
The Philippines is accelerating its plans to position itself as one of the world’s preferred destinations for Muslim tourists, according to its tourist board.
The Philippine…
The Philippines focuses on halal tourism
The Philippines is taking steps to position itself as a destination for halal tourism.
The Philippine Department of Tourism (PDOT) has unveiled a series of initiatives to attract…
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…
Emirates boosts its services to the Philippines
In a recent development, Emirates announced its intent to launch a daily circular service from Dubai to Cebu (CEB) and Clark (CRK) in the Philippines.
The new service will commence…
Philippines records 12% increase in Middle East tourist
The success of the Visit the Philippines Year (VPY) 2015 campaign has led the Department of Tourism (DOT) to launch the Visit the Philippines Again (VPA) 2016.
This is part of its…
Etihad adds more flights to the Philippines
Etihad Airways will add three new weekly flights between Abu Dhabi and Manila next year.
From 1 May 2016, the airline will increase the route’s frequency from 14 to 17 weekly flights,…
Best Western expands in the Philippines
Best Western has expanded its portfolio in the Philippines with the launch of a new midscale hotel in Subic Bay.
Set on the west coast of Luzon Island, approximately 100km north of…
Novotel to debut in the Philippines
AccorHotels will open its first Novotel in the Philippines this month.
The new Novotel Manila Araneta Center, which will be located within Quezon City's Araneta Center, features 401…
Starwood expands in Philippines with Mactan hotel
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has continued its expansion in the Philippines with the signing of its first property in Mactan, Cebu province.
Scheduled to open in 2019, the new-build…
Wyndham takes Tryp to the Philippines
Wyndham Hotel Group has entered into a franchise agreement to launch its Tryp brand in the Philippines.
Under the deal with Microtel Inns & Suites (Pilipinas) Inc, at least eight Tryp…
Philippines Airlines to launch New Zealand flights
Philippine Airlines has announced plans to expand its network in Oceania, including the launch of its first flights to New Zealand.
On 1 December 2015, the national carrier will…
Tigerair Philippines rebrands as Cebgo
Low-cost carrier Tigerair Philippines has been renamed Cebgo.
Tiger Airways sold its Philippine unit to Cebu Pacific (CEB) in March 2014, as part of the Singapore-based group’s…
‘Visit Philippines Year’ and ‘Kids Go Free’ campaign promoted by PDOT
The on-going Riyadh Travel Fair will witness the Philippines Department of Tourism (PDOT) strengthen its initiative to proactively attract family travellers.
Verna Buensuceso,…
Korean Air helps rebuild the Philippines
Korean Air has continued to help victims of recent natural disasters in the Philippines, with the launch of its third home-building programme.
The airline has partnered with Habitat…
dnata expands its presence in Philippines
In an effort to enhance its customer experience, dnata recently opened a new lounge at Manila’s Ninoy Aquino International airport (NAIA) and a contact centre in Clark.
dnata first…
Cebu Pacific’s new A330 brings aid to the Philippines
Cebu Pacific Air has taken delivery of another long-haul aircraft, which came loaded with aid to be donated to victims of natural disasters in the Philippines.
The new Airbus A330-300…
India, Philippines discuss tourism tie-up
A tourism delegation from the Philippines arrived in India recently, to discuss future cooperation between the two countries.
The Philippines' Tourism Minister, Ramon Jimenez Jr, met…
Philippines removes fuel surcharges
Passenger airlines in the Philippines have scrapped fuel surcharges on all flights.
The move came into effect on 9 January 2015, following a directive from the Philippine Civil…
‘Visit the Philippines Year’ announced by PDOT for 2015
The New Year will see the roll out of a new campaign by the Philippines Department of Tourism (PDOT), together with its marketing and promotions arm the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB).…
Asia Cruise Fund expands to Hainan, Philippines
The Asia Cruise Fund, which was launched by Taiwan and Hong Kong to drive investment in the Asian cruise industry, has added two new members - the Philippines and the Chinese island province…
The Philippines targets young travellers with STA
STA Travel has signed a new agreement that will see it promote the Philippines as a destination for young travellers.
The marketing deal, which was signed with the Philippines…
Philippines to host Routes Asia 2016
The Philippines will host Routes Asia in 2016.
The annual aviation event will take place in Manila from 6-8 March 2016, following the 2015 edition in Chengdu. The announcement came…
Philippines boosted by Etihad deal
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has secured a new partnership with Etihad Airways that has the potential to significantly enhance tourism flows into the Philippines.
The national carrier…
Philippines removed from US aviation blacklist
The Philippines’ aviation safety rating has been raised by the US.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced on Wednesday that the country was found to be compliant with…
Korean Air rebuilds homes in typhoon-hit Philippines
Korean Air has been helping the Philippines recover from the devastation of Typhoon Haiyan by providing materials for people to rebuild their homes.
As part of a partnership with…
Philippines arrivals grow despite disaster
The Philippines saw a strong rise in tourist arrivals in 2013, despite the typhoon that devastated swathes of the country in November.
According to data from the country’s Department of…
Tune opens new hotels in Indonesia, Philippines
Tune Hotels has opened two new properties in Indonesia and the Philippines.
The 155-room Tune Hotel Davao opened on 17 December 2013 in the southern Philippine island of Mindanao, and…
Philippines Tourism looks to boost Saudi tourists numbers
The Philippine Department of Tourism, in conjunction with Philippine Embassy in Riyadh and Philippine Consulate General in Jeddah, have come together to launch a new revitalized…
‘Tourism will help rebuild Philippines’
Philippine’s Department of Tourism (DOT) has said tourism will play a “significant role” in rebuilding the country after the devastation of Typhoon Haiyan.
Tourism already accounts…
Industry calls for help in Philippines relief effort
The Intrepid Foundation and PATA are amongst the travel and tourism organisations raising money for the Philippines relief effort.
The Intrepid Foundation, through Intrepid Travel,…
Qatar Airways expands in the Philippines
Qatar Airways has launched its second route to the Philippines.
The airline touched down at Clark International Airport on Monday 28 October2013, following a direct flight from Doha,…
Cox & Kings promotes Philippines
Cox & Kings Ltd is promoting Philippines as an island getaway for Indian consumers.
The tour operator is offering three different holiday packages Philippines beginning from…
Philippines sees rise in Indian arrivals
Philippines has seen a steady increase in the number of Indian arrivals to the country.
The country received 46,395 Indian tourists in 2012 and expects to boost the figure by 50% this…
Carlson adds more Park Inns in the Philippines
Carlson Rezidor has signed its second Park Inn by Radisson hotel in the Philippines, with plans to open up to five more.
The hotel company has penned a management agreement with SM…
Etihad celebrates seven years of flights to the Philippines
Etihad is celebrating seven years of flights to Manila with an official delegation heading to the Philippines led by president and CEO James Hogan.
Hogan will meet with local business…
Wego turns focus on Philippines
Travel metasearch website Wego has revealed it is to focus on the Filipino market by attending the first Philippine Tourism Forum and the 24th Philippine Travel Mart.
The company has…
Philippines suspends Zest Air on safety grounds
Philippine low-cost carrier Zest Air has been suspended by the country’s aviation authorities over safety concerns.
Hundreds of passengers were reported to have been left stranded on…
Tune Hotels expands in Philippines
Tune Hotels has continued its expansion in the Philippines with the launch of its first property in the Cagayan De Oro, on the southern island of Mindanao.
The budget hotel chain…
Philippines eyes tourism boost after EU ruling
The Philippines is aiming for a major tourism boost, after its national carrier was permitted to relaunch flights to Europe.
The country's president, Benigno S. Aquino III, said on…
Gulf Air in the Philippines
With a population of close to 100 million people, an economy expanding at a rate of more than 6% per year and rapidly developing infrastructure, this is a country on the move.
Ascott expands in the Philippines
Ascott has increased its presence in the Philippines with the signing of a new serviced residence in Manila.
The 150-unit Somerset Alabang Manila is slated to open in 2017, adding to…
Philippines rejects Jet Airways application
The Philippines has denied the application of Jet Airways to fly to Manila, owing to the limited capacity of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA).
“We are denying foreign…
Phuket gets connected to the Philippines
The Thai resort island of Phuket will be connected to the Philippines for the first time this summer, following the launch of a new direct flight by Cebu Pacific Airways (CEB).
Commencing…
Philippines Airlines announces new routes
Philippines Airlines has announced it will be launching 12 new routes to Australia, China, Malaysia and the Middle East.
The new flights will begin on 2 May with Kuala Lumpur,…
Holiday Inn expands in the Philippines
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has expanded its presence in the Philippines with the opening of a new Holiday Inn property in Manila.
The 348-room Holiday Inn & Suites Makati…
Carlson’s debuts Park Inn in the Philippines
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group has launched its midscale Park Inn by Radisson brand in the Philippines.
The Park Inn by Radisson Davao, on the southern island of Mindanao, is a 204-room…
AirAsia acquires stake in Philippines’ Zest
AirAsia has entered into a new partnership with Zest Airways that will see it acquire a 49% equity stake in the Philippine carrier.
Under a new 'Strategic Alliance Agreement' between…
Hilton brings Conrad to the Philippines
Hilton Worldwide has signed an agreement that will see the first Conrad hotel open in the Philippines.
The management deal, signed with SM Hotels & Conventions Corporation, will…
Philippines optimistic of air safety upgrade
The Philippines is confident its aviation safety rating will be upgraded this year, following positive feedback from the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
All…
Emirates adds second route to the Philippines
Emirates has announced plans to launch flights to a second destination in the Philippines.
From October 2013, the Dubai-based airline will add a new direct service to Clark…
Tourism to Philippines soars at 4 mn
The Philippines received a total of 4,272,811 foreign visitors in 2012, posting a 9.07% increase from 3,917,454 visitors in 2011.
Of the total number, visitors from the Middle East reached…
Fairmont debuts in the Philippines
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts announce its entry to the Philippines on Monday with the opening of Fairmont Makati.
The hotel joins a growing portfolio of Fairmont hotels in the Asia…
Grand opening for the Philippines’ first Best Western Plus
Best Western has officially launched its first ever upscale Best Western Plus hotel in the Philippines; the Best Western Plus Antel Hotel in Makati City.
The opening, which coincided with…
Philippines targets 10 million tourists
The Philippines is planning to attract 10 million international visitors per year by 2016, according to the country’s tourism ministry.
Announcing its ambitious target this month, the…
Direct Philippines flights to return?
Direct flights between London and the Philippines could be reinstated in the next two years, Travel Daily has learned.
Domingo Enerio, chief operating officer at the Department for…
India, Philippines to enhance tourism cooperation
India and the Philippines have decided to enhance mutual cooperation in the tourism sector. Both the countries will identify areas of work together and explore new opportunities especially…
Ascott boosts Philippines portfolio
Ascott has secured a management contract for a new serviced residence in Manila’s Ortigas Center.
Scheduled to open in 2015, the 210-unit Citadines Millennium Ortigas Manila boosts…
Mövenpick signs two new hotels in Vietnam and Philippines
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts is stepping up its global expansion with the announcement of its two new hotels in Vietnam and Philippines.
The new properties are the contemporary new…
AirAsia Philippines to launch HK, Macau flights
AirAsia Philippines will follow up the recent launch of its international flights with the start of services to Hong Kong and Macau.
Earlier this month, the new low-cost carrier launched…
Philippines’ DoT targets high-end tourists
The Philippines announced the launch of its new tourism campaign 'It's more fun in the Philippines' targeting the Middle East high-end market.
This initiative was riding on the growth of…
Abacus seals AirAsia Philippines content
Abacus International has signed a new deal with AirAsia Philippines, providing Abacus-connected travel agents with access to the new airline’s inventory and fares.
The new deal further…
Worldhotels to launch in the Philippines
Worldhotels has announced plans to add its first branded hotel in the Philippines.
Worldhotel and Residences Makati in Manila is scheduled to open in the last quarter of 2013. The Makati…
Toddler attacked by K9 security in the Philippines
A two-year-old boy was attacked by a sniffer dog at an airport in the Philippines last week. The victim, Elijah Lingaolingao, suffered injuries in the head, face and mouth when he was…
China funds transport development in Philippines
The Philippine government has announced plans to revive a US$11.5 billion development project. The Chinese funded infrastructure programme will develop rail, air and sea transport facilities…
Koreans drive tourism growth in Philippines
As visitor arrivals to the Philippines grow, Korea continues to prove the country's most valuable source market. The Philippines recorded a total of 2.6 million tourist arrivals from…
Australia warns of terrorism and crime in Philippines
Australia has renewed is travel advisory for the Philippines, warning tourists against the potential threat of terror and crime. Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has…
Truism stakeholders criticise open skies in Philippines
Tourism stakeholders in the Philippines have voice concerns over the country's Open Skies policy. Jose Perez de Tagle, Philippine Airlines (PAL) Assistant Vice President for Government…
Casino operator invests billions in Philippines tourism
Major gaming operator, Alliance Global Group (AGI), is ramping up tourism investment in the Philippines with fresh plans for two existing resorts in Metro Manila. Taking its lead from…
Philippines recognises Aliwagwag Protected Landscape
The Aliwagwag mountain range in the Philippines is now a protected area after President Benigno Aquino III approved calls by environmentalists for its preservation. Aliwagwag, situated in…
Philippines to establish brand by year-end
Newly appointed Tourism Secretary, Ramon Jimenez, has promised to establish the Philippines first destination brand before the year-end. The Tourism Ministry is currently considering…
Tourists stay longer in the Philippines
Foreigners in the Philippines are extending their visas in ever increasing numbers. Statistics released by the Bureau of Immigration (BI) last week show that 81,287 visa extensions…
Philippines on course for arrivals targets at H1 mark
The Department of Tourism (DOT) in the Philippines expects to exceed its arrivals target for 2011. Yesterday, the department announced results for the first half of 2011 which show 1.91…
Air safety costs Philippines billions in lost revenue
The Philippines has lost an estimated PHP66.3 billion (US$1.6 billion) in tourism revenues over the last two years owing to airline safety standards. The United States Federal Aviation…
AirAsia Philippines receives first aircraft
AirAsia's new Philippines-based low-cost carrier received its first aircraft yesterday. The brand new Airbus A320 jet arrived at the airline's new home base at Clark's Diosdado Macapagal…
Airport infrastructure obstacle to growth in Philippines
Philippine infrastructure development is not keeping pace with rising demand and will stunt industry growth in the near future. This warning was issued by travel industry stakeholders who…
Philippines to extend air services agreements
The Philippines will engage Japan and Taiwan in air service talks under the Civil Aeronautics Board's (CAB) 'pocket open skies' plan. The policy eases restrictions on foreign carriers…
Philippines to improve disabled access
The tourist authority announced on Friday that it would offer discounted transport fares, hotel rates and activity fees to develop the niche market. The government has also requested that…
Airbus rolls out air traffic management in Philippines
Quovadis, the flight services company owned by Airbus, will roll-out its Performance-Based Navigation (PBN) network at a total of 11 Philippine airports. The project is intended to increase…
Philippines cooks for India
The Phillipines used the culinary skills of celebrity Chef Myrna D Segismundo to promote the country in India through a food festival at the Pan Asian restaurant at the WelcomHotel Sheraton…
Etihad celebrates Philippines anniversary
An Etihad delegation headed by CEO James Hogan visited the Philippines last week for meetings with the country's leaders and business and trade partners as part of the airline's fifth…
SEAIR, Tiger to launch Philippines domestic jet flights
South East Asian Airlines (SEAIR) has announced the launch of its first domestic jet services, connecting Manila with Cebu and Davao. The Philippine low-cost carrier will operate up to 10…
Hilton pulls out of the Philippines
Hilton Worldwide has announced that its management agreement for the Hilton Cebu Resort & Spa will end on 31 March 2011. The company stated that the termination of the contract was…
Budget hotel chain to expand in Philippines
Budget hotel group, Gohotels will start to develop 20 properties across the Philippines this year. According to a Manila Times report, the chain, which is owned by local company, Robinsons…
Philippines plans major infrastructure boost
The Philippines government has announced plans to raise as much as PHP200 billion (US$4.6 billion) for a fund that private companies can use to finance road, rail and port projects.…
Plane drives off runway in the Philippines
A Philippine Airlines (PAL) passenger plane drove into a ditch at Zamboanga airport last week, local media has reported. The Airbus A320 aircraft carrying 98 passengers was taxiing for…
Amanresorts opens Philippines spa
Amanresorts has announced the opening of a new Aman Spa at its private island retreat in the Philippines' Sulu Sea, Amanpulo. The new facility includes six spa treatment rooms in three…
Philippines plans to almost double tourist arrivals
The Philippines has set a target of achieving 6.3 million international arrivals by 2016, generating US$4.5 billion in revenues. TD's Anil Mathur reported from the ASEAN Tourism Forum…
Deadly floods hit the Philippines
Heavy rains in the Philippines over the past two weeks have triggered flash floods and landslides, leading to the deaths of at least 47 people, Channel NewsAsia reported the…
Egencia expands alliance to Thailand & the Philippines
The Egencia Global Alliance (EGA) has been expanded to include strategic partnerships with local travel management companies (TMCs) in Thailand and the Philippines. The Asia Pacific nations…
Philippines bans tourists from volcano
Tourism companies in the Philippines have been banned fromtaking visitors to the area surrounding the Taal volcano, approximately65km south of Manila. According to a Manila Times…
Plan to revive Air Philippines
Air Philippines is to be revived to offer "serious competition to Cebu Pacific" in the domestic Philippines market, the Manila Times reported an unnamed Philippine Airlines (PAL)…
Best Western to open Premier hotel in the Philippines
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AirAsia X signs Philippines maintenance deal
Singapore, 3 February 2010 - AirAsia X, the world's first successful low-cost long-haul airline, today appointed Lufthansa Technik Philippines (LTP) as its…
Philippines looks to India
There are bright prospects for both business and leisure tourism from India to the Philippines, according to the managing Director of Manila-based tour operator, Schroff…
Crowne Plaza Dubai donates to Philippines flood cause
11 Oct 09 (TravMedia.com): The Crowne Plaza Dubai is proud to announce that AED19,461 has been collected through its "Jeans for a cause" campaign, which will be contributed to a…
JAL helps Philippines flood relief
Japan Airlines (JAL) extends its condolence to those affected by Typhoon Ketsana that hit the Philippines. It will provide from Japan, free transport of relief goods and aid personnel…
Philippines opens palace for flood victims
Philippines President, Gloria Arroyo, has opened her palace to shelter survivors from country's devastating floods, ChannelNewsAsia has reported. At least 240 people are now…
Philippines economy continues to recover
Philippine economic growth accelerated in Q2 from the slowest pace in a decade. GDP increased 1.5% from a year earlier, the country's National Statistical Coordination Board said in…
EVA, Amadeus Philippines launch social networking promo
EVA AIR has partnered with Amadeus on a new promotional campaign in the Philippines using social networking sites Twitter and Facebook. Entitled, "Thrilla with EVA", the promotion…
Philippines’ richest man to build new malls
Henry Sy, whose retail empire has made him the richest man in the Philippines, may build three shopping malls a year in China, Bloomberg has reported. Sy's SM Prime Holdings…
New Summit in the Philippines
Summit Hotels & Resorts, a brand of Preferred Hotel Group, has announced its newest member in the Philippines - Imperial Palace Waterpark Resort & Spa. Recently opened in…
Passengers stranded in Philippines
Ferry passengers in the central Philippine islands have been left stranded as tropical storm Nangka hit the region. The coastguard issued an advisory banning all maritime traffic around 14…
Philippines optimistic over Tourism Act
The Philippine government has passed the long-awaited Tourist Act, giving the private sector a greater say in how the country's tourism industry is promoted and developed,…
Swiss aid worker rescued in Philippines
Police in the Philippines have rescued a Swiss Red Cross worker held hostage for three months by Islamic rebels on the southern island of Jolo. However fellow hostage, Italian Eugenio…
Banyan Tree expands into Philippines
The US$200 million, 55-hectare Isla Diwaran integrated island resortis scheduled to open in 2012."The integrated resort development of Isla Diwaran heralds the arrival of Palawan as a…
Illegal Korean agencies in the Philippines
Travel agents in the Philippines are up in arms over illegal Korean travel agencies operating in the country, accusing them of siphoning off business.According to a report in the…
Philippines unemployment rises
The number of people out of work in the Philippines rose by 180,000 year-on-year in January, taking the country's unemployment rate to 7.7%. The National Statistics Office did not…
WORLDHOTELS expands into Philippines
WORLDHOTELS has announced its first affiliate hotel in the Philippines. The 147-room upscale H2O hotel in Manila Bay will open in May and has joined WORLDHOTELS' Deluxe Collection.…
CEB leads way in Philippines
Cebu Pacific (CEB) has retained its position as the Philippines' leading domestic airline, carrying a 45.6% market share in 2008, up by 2.6% points year-on-year, according to a Centre for…
Dolphins stranded off Philippines
At least 100 dolphins are stranded after beaching themselves in shallow water near Philippine capital Manila, the BBC has reported. Local officials reportedly said the dolphins are calm and…
UAE-Philippines sign aviation MoU
The UAE has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Philippines to increase flights between the countries, Gulf News reported. The countries agreed to a phased increase of…
Philippines targets the adventurous traveller
The Philippines is setting its sights on adventure travellers by offering new tour packages aimed at introducing and highlighting the country's great outdoors and climate, the…
Philippines, Malaysia reach deal for more flights
Malaysia and the Philippines have agreed on a deal that would see more flights between the two countries, Business World reported.The Philippines was given an additional 4,300…
Philippines medical tourism gets big push
As leading international experts in health, wellness and tourism gather later this month in Manila in what is touted as being the industry's largest event in Asia, the Philippines' medical…
Philippines developer to create “tourism estates”
The Philippines' largest developer, Ayala Land, plans to develop "tourism estates" in various parts of the country, Bloomberg has reported. The first of these will reportedly be located at…
Typhoon Nuri set to devastate Philippines, China
Typhoon Nuri is on track to make landfall over the Philippines' northern provinces today, CNN has reported. Winds are expected to reach up to 150km per hour as it makes landfall at or near…
New Novotel for Philippines
Accor will expand its Asian presence further with the opening of the Novotel Manila Araneta Center, the hospitalitygiant has announced. The 415-room new build, to be developed with the…
Philippines approves surcharge hikes
The Philippine Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) has approved higher fuel surcharges for both local and foreign carriers,the Manila Post has reported. The airlines given permission to impose the…
Air Philippines cancels routes
Air Philippines has suspended operations on three domestic routes, the Philippine Daily Inquirer has reported. The airline has ceased all flights between Manila and three Mindanao hubs…
Spa industry grows in Philippines
Speaking at a Women's Healthcare seminar, Lopinco said the growth in the Philippines reflects the overall growth in the Asia Pacific region.
"It's not just about curative medicine, but also…
Faster passport clearance for Philippines
The Philippine Travel Agencies Association and the Department of Foreign Affairs have signed a six-month deal for faster processing of passports sent through travel agencies.
The Philippine…
Philippines wants responsible tourism
The Philippines Department of Tourism has launched on Tuesday a campaign to promote environmentally sustainable tourism projects amid continuing threats to the environment.
According to an…
Budget fares lift local tourism in Philippines
Budget airlines have played a key role in spurring domestic tourism in the Philippines in the past two years, according to an official of the Philippine Travel Agencies Association.
John…
Get rid of travel tax: Philippines minister
The travel tax imposed on Filipinos travelling abroad should be abolished, Philippines Tourism Secretary Joseph Ace Durano was quoted saying.Speaking at the opening of the 15th Travel…
2007 breakthrough year for Philippines
The year 2007 has been a year of breakthroughs for Philippine tourism, with the number of foreign arrivals breaching the three million mark, the country's Tourism Secretary Joseph Ace Durano…
Typhoon Mitag slams Philippines
Rescuers are on full alert after Typhoon Mitag slammed into the northern Philippines, killing at least seven and forcing thousands from their homes, reports said.
Mitag made landfall in…
Banyan Tree spreads to the Philippines
It signed the joint venture agreement with prominent businessman Salvador B Zamora II yesterday.
Banyan Tree will acquire a significant interest in this joint venture, and the total…
Sarawak, south Philippines offer joint tours
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Sarawak Tourism Federation and Southern Philippine Tourism Council to work on more tourism links, the Star reported.
Travel advisory on the Philippines
They have updated their travel advisories on the Philippines following the explosion that killed nine people and wounded more than a hundred others, The Philippine Star reported.…
Russians take on the Philippines
Philippines Tourism Secretary Joseph "Ace" Durano even went as far as flying to Russia recently to join Leisure Moscow, dubbed as the biggest annual travel fair in the former Soviet…
Europeans rediscover Philippines
Quoting Tourism Secretary Joseph Ace Durano, it said scuba diving is being touted as the new love for Europeans coming to the Philippines. "We decided to focus on one product - scuba diving,…
Philippines to promote super-region
The DOT will occupy 10 booths that will highlight the Central Visayas as its theme as being the hub of the country's tourism super-region and draw the inflow of tourist to other surrounding…
Korea flock to the Philippines
Combined, Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia have annually welcomed a few hundred-thousand of Koreans over the past few years. But the big winner seems to be the Philippines. In…
Norwegian Spirit To Call Australia Home For A Third Season
Norwegian Cruise Line, Norwegian Spirit, will spend her third season in Australia, with a brand-new local route between Sydney and Bali.
During the 2024/25 season, Norwegian Cruise…
Taiwan to host third ‘World Indigenous Tourism Summit’ in 2024
Council of Indigenous Peoples (CIP) Minister Icyang Parod on March 16 in Perth, Australia participated in the Second World Indigenous Tourism Summit with officials from the "Ministry of…
Reopening China: Sabre data indicates significant outbound travel rebound
With more than 166 million international trips booked by Chinese travellers in 2019, contributing over USD 245 billion to global tourism in the process, it is no wonder that the world has…
Norwegian Cruise Line Announces Three Ships for Asia Pacific
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 56-year history of breaking boundaries, announced that, for the first time, three ships – Norwegian Spirit,…
Jetstar to relocate to Terminal 3 Manila International Airport from 16 April
From 16 April 2023, Jetstar Asia (3K) and Jetstar Japan’s (GK) operations at Manila International Airport in the Philippines will be relocated from Terminal 1 to Terminal 3.
USA Basketball announces agreement with DCT Abu Dhabi
USA Basketball announced an agreement with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), under which the United States will host three games in Abu Dhabi featuring the…
Ao Dai Festival 2023 at Ho Chi Minh City in March
From March 3 to March 31, Ho Chi Minh City welcomes visitors worldwide to experience unique splendors of the 9th Ao Dai Festival with a chain of feisty activities at various destinations…
Emirates and Philippine Airlines announce interline partnership
Emirates and Philippine Airlines (PAL) have signed an interline agreement to boost connectivity for passengers of both air carriers to new points on each other’s networks via Manila and…
Trevolution Group sells a record number of airline tickets in 2022
Trevolution Group, which operates International Travel Network, Asaptickets, Skyluxtravel, Aviajet, and other travel brands, reports its annual commercial results.
US Visa Waiver for Philippine Citizens pushed
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Philippine citizens may soon be able to enter the United States without a visa. This would however only apply for travel to Guam, and Northern Mariana Islands- two…
One Rep Global to represent The Farm at San Benito in India
One Rep Global announces its appointment as the India sales and PR representative for The Farm at San Benito, an exclusive wellness resort in the Philippines.
‘World of Winners’ by AAHK
As part of the “World of Winners” campaign sponsored by Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK), where 500,000 free tickets are being offered to global visitors, Cathay Pacific will be offering…
Chinese tourists forced to seek new travel destinations
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Flight restrictions, visa problems and lingering pandemic-related entry rules affecting Chinese passport…
The Peninsula Hotels launches global fundraising initiative for Turkey
On Monday, 6 February 2023, two earthquakes, measuring a magnitude of 7.8 and 7.5 hit the south-eastern region of Türkiye, resulting in catastrophic death and destruction. In 2011 with…
Agoda uses ChatGPT to regale Valentine’s Day hotspots
Tokyo, Bangkok, and Singapore are this year’s most popular Valentine’s Day getaways in Asia, global digital travel platform Agoda revealed
Chinese group tour travel starts again to 20 Countries
The second phase of China’s outbound tourism recovery begins today, Monday 6 February. Chinese group tour travel will recommence to 20 countries.
Alipay and AlipayHK cross-border transactions rebound
China’s outbound and inbound travels showed fast and resilient rebounds during the recent long holiday to commence the year of the Rabbit, as witnessed by strong growth of popular…
Oceania Cruises Expands Asia Pacific 23-24 Cruise Offering
Due to unprecedented guest demand for exotic luxury cruises, Oceania Cruises will significantly expand its offerings in the South Pacific in 2023-2024, with more sails from Australia…
Running on the ‘Dead Sea’
The 2023 marathon season is upon us and with it the registration for the Dead Sea Marathon runners is in full swing. The marathon at the lowest place in the world - the Dead Sea, will start…
Oceania Cruises reveals exotic explorations in Asia with newly re-inspired Riviera
Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, announces that the newly re-inspired Riviera will sail in Asia for the first time due to unprecedented…
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…
Top online channels for 2022 – STAAH
Global hotel technology giant, STAAH, has unveiled the list of distribution channels that brought the highest booking revenue to hotels in 2022. Major players Booking.com, Agoda and…
Swiss-Belhotel International plans ambitious growth in Malaysia through joint venture with Nautical Insight Sdn Bhd
Aiming to reach 10 hotels, 2000 rooms, and creating 1,500 jobs by 2025 in Malaysia, Swiss-Belhotel International embarks in a strategic joint venture with Nautical Insight Sdn Bhd.
Reunite and Recharge: Agoda travel goals for 2023
Agoda’s Travel Trends survey asked travellers from India, Australia, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam to share their top travel…
Panglao Shores Bohol: New icon of sustainable development in SEA
Leading Philippine conglomerate Alturas Group has unveiled a bold new vision for development on the island of Bohol with the launch of Panglao Shores, a 50-hectare mixed-use project that…
Emirates signs pact to support visitor arrivals to The Bahamas
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has sealed an agreement with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of The Bahamas to promote tourism to the Caribbean archipelago. The…
Seven hidden ‘Wonders of the World’
Luxury cruise experts at Panache Cruises have redefined the seven wonders of the world and named the world’s secluded yet majestic locations for those wanting to make once in a lifetime…
Agoda: ‘Family and friends’ group travel is back
Agoda’s Family Travel Trend survey 2022 reveals that four out of five travellers will take a vacation with immediate family in the next 12 months and, while travelling with friends proves…
Star Alliance celebrates 25th anniversary in Bangkok
The Star Alliance Jubilee night recently held in commemoration of its 25th Anniversary at Gaysorn Urban Resort, Bangkok.
Travel off the beaten track: 7 hidden wonders of the world
The seven wonders of the world have been explored by many, which is why travellers seeking different adventures to remote locations are being offered seven new hidden wonders of the…
HKTB launches global promotions to attract visitors
Dr Pang Yiu-kai, Chairman of Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), expressed warm welcomes towards the Government’s announcement of removing the amber code for inbound visitors.
Ponant Le Lapérouse Sails Into Sydney After 3 Years
After an absence of more than three years, the small exploration ship Le Lapérouse returned to Sydney Harbour last Friday, marking the beginning of the much-awaited 2023 season for…
Hong Kong Tourism Is Struggling As COVID-19 Limitations Continue
Experts claim that Hong Kong’s ongoing pandemic restrictions have not effectively stopped the spread of COVID-19, and the city is now fighting to restore its tourism industry.
Despite…
Destination over dollar: Despite economic uncertainties, over 80% still plan to travel in 2023
If the economic uncertainties are making you worried or anxious about your holiday plans for 2023, you’re not alone. Almost 4 in 5 travellers in Asia are anxious about traveling next year…
TikTok’s most popular Christmas holiday destinations
As Christmas fast approaches, it’s time to deck the halls and get the advent calendars ready, for the long-awaited day is only around the corner.
Traveloka unveils a new tagline “Life, Your Way”
Traveloka, Southeast Asia's travel platform, has launched a new tagline, "Life, Your Way", reiterating its commitment to delivering tech-driven customer experiences through its comprehensive…
World Travel & Tourism Council Global Summit
WTTC Photo Story: World Travel & Tourism Council Global Summit opens with its Global Leaders Dialogue
Air Niugini renews distribution and distributor agreements with Sabre
Sabre Corporation announced the renewal of its distribution agreement with Air Niugini. The deal will ensure that the airline can continue to reach Sabre’s extensive network of global travel…
AirAsia X makes progress in its PN17 regularisation strategy
AirAsia X Berhad (AAX) is making progress in formulating its Practice Note 17 (PN17) regularisation strategy following the recent extension of time granted by Bursa Malaysia Securities…
Global traveller survey reveals international travel is back
As the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) opens its 22nd Global Summit in Riyadh, a new global consumer survey has revealed that the appetite for international travel is now at its…
How Duetto helps hotels to be more agile and react quickly to market changes
78% of hoteliers planned to increase their investment in hotel tech in the next three years. To drive up revenue, streamline operations, or understand hospitality trends. Duetto is at…
‘People and Planet’ the focus at UNWTO Gastronomy Tourism Forum in Japan from 12-15 Dec
The growing importance of gastronomy tourism as a driver of inclusive development will be celebrated in the Japanese city of Nara next month.
Travel demand continues to grow: Trip.com
An analysis by global travel service provider Trip.com, of October bookings for popular winter sun destinations, shows travel in many parts of the world is becoming consistently busy, and…
Azamara Cruises Reveals Itineraries for 2024/25
Azamara has announced 44 new itineraries for 2024/25, covering every corner of the globe. The Azamara Quest will visit South Africa, the Azamara Journey will sail the coast of South…
‘airasia Super App’ officially launches in Indonesia
The airasia Super App is officially launched in Asean’s largest populated country - Indonesia, marking a significant milestone for the region’s fastest-growing travel super app as it…
Silversea Cruises to return to Asia
Silversea Cruises, the leading ultra-luxury cruise line, has confirmed its highly anticipated return to Asia, with four ships—Silver Shadow, Silver Whisper, Silver Spirit, and Silver…
Countries That Require Australians To Be Vaccinated
The number of countries that demand proof of COVID-19 vaccination before entry continues to decrease. Rather than declaring victory and calling off the global pandemic, governments are…
PPIE to take place in Dubai from 5-6 Nov
Philippine Property and Investment Exhibition (PPIE), the Philippines’ largest international property and investment show, returns to Dubai, UAE on 5-6 November 2022.
Ant Group expands partnership with STB
Ant Group expanded their partnership with Singapore Tourism Board (STB) to make cross-border travel to Singapore more seamless and convenient.
‘airasia hotels’ set to become region’s preferred hotel booking platform
A mass signing ceremony with over 50 key hotel groups from Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines further solidifies airasia Super App’s position as the region's fastest-growing…
Live Life with Dusit
Dusit Hotels and Resorts is celebrating the continued return of global travel by launching a limited-time offer on memorable stays at its renowned properties in Thailand, the Maldives, the…
PHITEX 2022 yields record high 173M sales leads
The Philippine Travel Exchange (PHITEX) 2022 tallied a record-breaking PHP 172,602,851.00 business sales leads in just two days, according to data from the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB)…
PATA gears up for its Annual Summit in UAE
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has announced the programme for its 2022 Annual Summit set to take place from 25-27 October 2022 in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE.
2022 PHITEX moves to strengthen sustainability
The 2022 Philippine Travel Exchange (PHITEX), touted as the country’s biggest government-organized business-to-business (B2B) travel trade event in the country, kicks off as a hybrid…
Qatar Airways to hire 10,000 employees for World Cup 2022
Qatar Airways is looking to hire at least 10,000 staff as part of World Cup 2022 preparations. The hiring is to ensure Qatar Airways is prepared to handle the inflow of passengers for the…
APAC and European rush for Japan: Trip.com
Trip.com data reveals an enormous booking spike and high search volumes to Japan as the destination ends travel restrictions.
Alipay+ partners with over 1 million merchants in Japan
As Japan reopens to mass tourism, Universal Studios Japan is the latest partner of Alipay+ for easy connectivity of various mobile payment methods and marketing solutions.
Expedia Group unveils enhanced features for TAAP Travel Advisors
Expedia Group announced enhanced features to help travel advisors prepare for the holiday travel season.
Passport Legacy opens office in Singapore
Passport Legacy, a Swiss boutique firm with over 25 years of combined experience in the investment migration industry, has officially opened its sixth office in Singapore.
South Korea lifts COVID testing for inbound travellers
South Korea further eases travel as it lifts Covid-19 PCR testing requirement for inbound travellers from 1 October
IWTA speaks with Carmela Bocanegra – Vice President, Sales and Marketing at Chroma Hospitality
Born and raised in the Philippines, Carmela brings over 30 years of impressive experience and wealth of knowledge in the hospitality industry. She was no stranger to hard work and moving…
Alipay+ partners with leading Asian e-Wallets to promote cashless travel in South Korea
Leading mobile payment providers across Asia has announced an integration of Alipay+ cross-border digital payment solutions in South Korea in an effort to jointly promote cashless travel…
Wharf Hotels to expand with Niccolo Resorts brand
Hong Kong headquartered Wharf Hotels, a hospitality group with hotel operations spanning mainland China, Hong Kong and the Philippines, has stated that its luxury Niccolo Hotels brand is set…
The Ascott Limited unveils Citadines brand refresh
CapitaLand Investment Limited’s (CLI) wholly owned lodging business unit, The Ascott Limited (Ascott), unveils the refresh of its fastest growing brand, Citadines, with 80 properties under…
5 benefits of Best Western Rewards
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COCOTEL Hotels & Resorts pairs with Archipelago for growth
COCOTEL Hotels & Resorts, hotel technology and property management aggregator company, partners with Archipelago International, Southeast Asia's largest private and independent hotel…
Singapore flight bookings up 305% ahead of Grand Prix: Sojern
With this year's Formula One (F1) Singapore Grand Prix set to see its biggest turnout since its first night race back in 2008, the island city is once again ready to host world-class events…
Australia is the largest source market for Indonesia
Australia is the largest source of Indonesian visitors, it represents nearly 40% of foreign visitors.
NYC & company appoints BRANDSTORY as agency in SE Asia
NYC & Company appoints BRANDSTORY as its representative in Southeast Asia (SEA).
Carnival Newest Ship Luminosa Open For Bookings
Reservations for the maiden season of Carnival Cruise Line’s newest ship, Carnival Luminosa, which will launch on 6 November from Brisbane before repositioning for seasonal service from…
Untouched rural destinations more popular with tourists in Thailand: Airbnb
Airbnb claims that some of the ‘lesser-known’ destinations that travellers are exploring include Koh Lanta, Trat, Pai and Cha-Am.
Australia Approves Korean Air-Asiana Merger
After consulting with relevant stakeholders, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has decided to approve Korean Air’s acquisition of Asiana Airlines.
Even though…
Relaxed Restrictions Meet High Demand in Asia Pacific
Since the start of the year, there has been considerable variation in travel and immigration regulations throughout the Asia Pacific area. Regionally, international connections are…
Air Asia to fly from T4 Changi Airport Singapore from 15 Sept
AirAsia currently operates from Terminal 1, the airlines will return its operations to Singapore Changi Airport’s Terminal 4 (T4), effective 15 September 2022.
Longer trip to Thailand? Kingdom grants visa extension for tourists
Thailand’s Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) has approved the proposal by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) to extend the period of stay to 45 days for tourists…
Fly Bengaluru to Hong Kong direct with Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific will operate two non-stop weekly flights from Bengaluru to Hong Kong from 11 October.
Rediscover Asia with Best Western and avail up to 25% off
Best Western Hotels & Resorts is inviting the travellers to rediscover and experience the wonders of Asia with offers up to 25% off the best rates at world-class hotels and resorts…
Royal Caribbean announces 2023-24 year-round holidays from Singapore to Thailand, Vietnam, Japan & more
Vacationers can set their sights on more ways to explore Asia and make lifelong holiday memories. Royal Caribbean International has released its line-up of holidays on Spectrum of…
Park Inn by Radisson North Edsa reopens doors as regular hotel
Park Inn by Radisson North EDSA is now back to operating as a regular hotel. From being a Multiple-use hotel for almost 2 years, the hotel was able to secure the Letter of Approval from…
LUX* Grand Baie, Mauritius appoints Daniele Vastolo as new general manager
The Lux Collective has announced the appointment of Daniele Vastolo as the General Manager of LUX* Grand Baie, Mauritius. Opened in December 2021, this modern design-inspired luxury…
Fall in love with the East and stay in Best Western hotels in Asia
Asia is reopening and this is the perfect opportunity to explore and fall in love again with the region. Pack your bags and stay in one of Best Western hotels in Asia.
Agoda and Alipay+ expand on their partnership to offer greater rewards
Agoda and Alipay+ today announced a new partnership that will leverage Alipay+ solutions on the Agoda platform for better customer benefits and rewards. This is in addition to the…
Jetstar Asia adds more weekend services to Bangkok and Manila, retimes Ho Chi Minh City
In August, Jetstar Asia will increase the number of services it operates to Bangkok and Manila, providing customers even more options when visiting two of Southeast Asia’s most popular…
Indonesia, India biggest source market for Singapore’s growth in tourist arrivals
In the first six months of this year, Singapore saw a surge in inbound visitors with Indians being the second highest nationality to arrive in the city state after Indonesia
Philippine Records Massive 7.3 Earthquake
A 7.3 earthquake was downgraded to a massive 7.1 in Luzon, Philippines. The epicenter was in Abra. It means Northern Luzon was most affected. It happened Wednesday at 8.43 am local time in…
Singapore Airlines rolls out special fares for flights from 4 cities in India
Singapore Airlines (SIA) is offering special promotional fares for travel from Ahmedabad, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Kochi to destinations across Asia
Trip.com Group and Singapore Tourism Board strengthen ties to further promote Singapore
Building on the three-year Memorandum of Understanding signed in November 2020, Trip.com Group and Singapore Tourism Board (STB) are deepening their collaboration across key markets…
Cebu Pacific adds flights to Manila and Cebu from Singapore
The Philippines’ leading airline, Cebu Pacific (CEB), continues to boost its international network as it ramps up flights to two of its largest hubs, Manila and Cebu from Singapore.
Singapore Tourism Board partners Traveloka and Trans Digital Media to welcome Indonesian travellers
Singapore is gearing up to welcome visitors from Indonesia with its SingapoReimagine recovery campaign to get visitors to reignite their passion for travel through fresh and innovative…
Top destinations for more sustainable travel in 2022
From trend-setting cities to stunning natural parks and destinations making a concerted effort to manage their travel volumes more consciously, there is plenty of inspiration for the 94% of…
Agoda and WWF-Singapore announce partnership for marine habitat restoration
Agoda has partnered with WWF-Singapore (World Wide Fund for Nature (Singapore) Limited) to support marine habitat restoration efforts as part of the launch of its Eco Deals program.
W Bali Seminyak: The hidden gem in vibrant Seminyak
Live it up at the W BALI – SEMINYAK, a hidden gem in vibrant Seminyak. This ultra luxury resort plays by a different set of rules, at the heart of Seminyak, Bali's vibrant heart of fashion,…
THAI offers Time to Gold Package
As a response to the growing travel demand and Thailand’s easing of international travel rules, THAI launches "Time to Gold" Package consisting of 350,000 THB air ticket cash credit…
Hawaii flooded with tourists, except from Japan
Hawaii flooded with tourists, except from Japan -
According to preliminary visitor statistics released by the Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT), a…
Malaysia Airlines launches a Bonus Side Trip in Malaysia on selected tickets to Asia and Australasia
Malaysia Airlines is pleased to announce that it has re-launched its Bonus Side Trip product campaign where passengers can add a stop in Malaysia to their journey from the UK to Asia and…
Thailand Covid Insurance for Thailand Pass
When it comes to documentation, Thai immigration authorities are very rigorous. If you’re going to travel to Thailand, a number of insurance companies in Thailand have teamed together to…
Israel removes RT-PCR testing requirements for all travellers
The requirement to have a negative report of RT-PCR test before leaving for Israel and undergoing a complete RT-PCR test upon arrival followed by an isolation period has been removed
Travel to the 2022 Manila international Auto show and beyond
After two years, the country’s biggest auto show has resumed celebrating the return of the auto industry to a semblance of normalcy
Heritage Expeditions announces three new Japan voyages for 2023 schedule
Pioneering New Zealand-based expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions has added the intriguing islands of Japan to its 2023 schedule announcing three incredible new voyages aboard…
Caribbean and Latin America see major increase in global inbound: WTTC
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) forecast a major increase in global international flights bookings as international travel takes off
Back to normal: Travel to Singapore is now quarantine-free without testing
Singapore has announced that it welcomes fully-vaccinated travellers with no pre-departure testing and quarantine. Thus, travel is pretty much back on in Asia’s prime business hub.
Quarantine-free travel sparks a flurry in APAC
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Asia Pacific (APAC) region has had some of the tightest travel restrictions in the world. But with many countries and regions now…
Thai travellers get beach ready for May Holiday Travel
After two years of travel restrictions, domestic travel still dominates the top ten destinations for Thailand’s Labor Day and Vesak holidays, just as it did for this year’s Songkran break,…
5 MICE destinations made better by Marriott Bonvoy Events
Be it a meeting, company retreat, or business event. Enjoy great discounts and a verity of options with Marriott Bonvoy Events!
Domestic travel remains top preference among PH travelers
Booking data from travel platform Agoda reveals that visiting domestic destinations remains a priority for Filipinos.
Massive increase in global international inbound travel – WTTC
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and its knowledge partner ForwardKeys, forecast a major increase in global international flights bookings as international travel takes off.
Rekindling wanderlust: WTTC hopes for a more seamless and frictionless travel
The World Travel & Tourism Council successfully wrapped up its 21st Global Summit in Manila, Philippines last April 22. The event’s message is clear, it urges the travellers to…
Tourism sector to create 126 million new jobs within next decade, says WTTC
The World Travel & Tourism Council’s latest Economic Impact Report (EIR) reveals the tourism sector is expected to create nearly 126 million new jobs within the next decade
Manila sets stage for WTTC Global Summit 2022
The capital of the Philippines, Manila is gearing up to host the World Travel & Tourism Council Global Summit 2022 from 20-22 April, with the world leaders of travel and tourism in…
Air India cancels Hong Kong flights
Air India has cancelled flight services to Hong Kong due to Covid-19 restrictions imposed by the Hong Kong authorities and limited demand in the sector
Demand for travel to Southeast Asia increases as borders reopen
As borders begin to reopen across Southeast Asia, increased flight bookings show how excited travellers are to return to the region.
Agoda data indicates early signs of recovery for Bali
Following Indonesia’s announcement to re-open its borders to international travellers, digital travel platform Agoda has seen a surge in searches for Bali from neighbouring markets
Turning lemons into lemonade: How Park Inn by Radisson North Edsa shows resilience amid the health crisis
I was anxious to stay in a hotel for the first time after two years of no travel, but Park Inn by Radisson North Edsa showed me how a hotel stay drastically changed in the new normal mixing…
Vietnam gears up to issue vaccine passports
Vietnam’s health ministry said it will start issuing vaccine passports as of 15 April, claiming the country is now the sixth-highest for vaccine cover worldwide
Thailand most searched destination for travel in next six months: Agoda
Travellers from Japan represent the top source market and the keenest return to Thailand, followed by the US (second) and Singapore (third)
RedDoorz launches new brand Urbanview
RedDoorz has announced the latest addition to its multi-brand portfolio with the launch of Urbanview, an affordable yet smart accommodation solution in Indonesia.
Indonesia scraps off COVID-19 quarantine for overseas arrivals
The waiver follows similar moves by Thailand, the Philippines, Vietnam, Cambodia and lately, Malaysia, as countries seek to rebuild travel sectors
Is The COVID-19 Pandemic Over For The Airline Industry?
Has the COVID-19 pandemic ended? It’s as if Covid has vanished from the face of the earth due to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
Quarantine-free travel to Malaysia starting April 1
Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has announced the country’s full reopening and quarantine-free travel for international travellers on April 1.
Indonesia unveils visa on arrival service for travellers from 23 countries
Indonesian government has opened special visa on arrival services for international travelers from 23 countries to restore the tourism sector
Scoot Offers More Destinations On Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) Flights
Scoot has launched Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) services to Singapore from the following countries and territories: Australia*, Germany, Hong Kong (SAR), Malaysia, Philippines, Saudi Arabia,…
Indonesia and Malaysia may ease curbs on vaccinated foreign travellers soon
Indonesia is considering quarantine waiver for foreign visitors to its holiday island of Bali while Malaysia announced the removal of curbs on travellers
Here’s where Filipinos can do revenge travel hassle-free
Agoda lists down these five international destinations perfect for any kind of revenge vacation to vaxxed Filipinos.
5 hard-to-miss sites for a sustainable holiday in Palawan
A sustainable holiday in Palawan is the best way to enjoy this majestic province in the Philippines.
5 reasons why Swissôtel Clark is perfect for “haven seekers”
Everybody needs a break and to travel again, and the new Swissotel Clark in the Philippines could be your next destination if you are looking for that much-needed escape from the daily…
Eat, work and play: 4 new travel experiences in Boracay to try
Inspired to show off the new face of the island to tourists, the Department of Tourism is launching new travel experiences in Boracay once tourism restarts.
Vietnam to fully reopen borders from March
Vietnam has finalised a plan to fully reopen its borders to foreign tourists from next month, as it looks to accelerate its economic recovery and revive a battered tourism sector
Vietnam to reopen with restriction free travel
On Wednesday, the Vietnamese government announced that tourism would be resuming soon.
SIA Group expands VTL flight network with new destinations and increased flight frequencies
The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group will expand its Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) network to 47 cities from 25 countries in the coming weeks.
World of DMCs welcomes new members for 2022
World of DMCs is a network of professional destination management companies focused on inbound group and incentive travel to their respective countries.
Expo 2020 crosses one-billion mark for first time, logs in 13.5 million visits
The number of weekly visits to Expo 2020 Dubai passed the one million mark for the first time since the site opened over 19 weeks ago, climbing to a total of 13,457,400 as of February 14
Qatar Airways to increase frequency from Dublin to 10 weekly flights
Qatar Airways will increase frequency from Dublin Airport to ten flights per week to accommodate rising demand for international travel, from March of this year.
AIME 2022 confirms 300 hosted buyers
AIME 2022 has confirmed 300 hosted buyers and a rush of new exhibitors have come in as national and international borders open and confidence fast returns
Hong Kong extends ban on flights from eight countries
Hong Kong has extended a ban on incoming flights from eight countries, including the United States and Britain, and imposed one on Nepal until March 4, with the government citing concerns…
Travel industry welcomes Australia reopening
The announcement was welcomed and rejoiced by the travel industry.
Top 12 hotel booking revenue makers of 2021
SiteMinder has unveiled the lists of distribution channels that over the past year brought the highest booking revenue to hotels in Thailand and more than 20 other of the world’s most…
Australians Can Return To Bali But There Is A Catch
Australians can fly into Bali again as of last Friday, as the popular Indonesian tourist island announced a relaxation of its strict border restrictions.
Qatar imposes two-day quarantine for travellers of 6 countries
Qatar is the latest country to impose two-day quarantine upon arrival for fully-vaccinated travellers from India and five countries part of its ‘exceptional travel red list
Change in ownership of Diethelm Travel
Tourasia Roemer AG together with Arcothai International Ltd and the investor Gonpo Tsering will be joining forces to take over Diethelm Travel.
Bali reopens to foreign travellers
Indonesia's holiday island of Bali will start welcoming back travellers from all countries from later this week, officials said, more than three months after announcing it was open to…
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…
Best Western Hotels welcomes 2022 with discounts in dream destinations across Asia
Best Western Hotels & Resorts is giving guests the chance to enjoy an exciting start to 2022 with an enticing promotion that offers discounts of up to 40% at its hotels and resorts in…
WTTC announces new dates for Global Summit in Manila
WTTC has announced its highly anticipated 21st Global Summit will now take place in Manila, Philippines, from 20-22 April 2022
Hong Kong Halts Global Transit Flights Over Omicron
Hong Kong will suspend transit flights from around 150 countries and territories deemed high risk for a month due to the coronavirus Omicron variant surge, further isolating the global…
STAAH unveils top 10 online booking channels for 2021
STAAH, one of the leading cloud-based hotel distribution and guest booking platforms, has unveiled the lists of online channels that brought the greatest booking revenue to hotels and…
Macau cancels international flights for 14 days
Macau has cancelled all international flights and all inbound travellers outside of China for 14 days ending 23 January
Hong Kong halts flights from eight countries
Hong Kong will ban flights from eight countries for two weeks from 8 January as it seeks to slow the spread of the Omicron variant of Covid-19
14 countries added in Laos Green Zone Plan
Fourteen more countries are added to the list of nationalities allowed to enter Laos under the Travel Green Zone Plan.
Philippine Airlines emerges from bankruptcy
Philippine Airlines (PAL) announced it has emerged from its voluntary Chapter 11 proceedings as a more efficient airline with a strengthened balance sheet
Agoda unveils digital quarantine packages in Japan
Agoda has launched Japan Alternative Quarantine (Japan AQ) packages to offer greater options for Japanese citizens returning home for holidays from 'high-risk' countries
Agoda launches digital quarantine packages in Japan to facilitate safe return for repatriates
Agoda has launched Japan Alternative Quarantine (Japan AQ) packages to offer greater options for Japanese citizens returning home for holidays from 'high-risk' countries as COVID-19…
Where are travellers staying on New Year Eve
Agoda data shows that travellers across Asia are showing their ongoing desire to get out, to getaway and to escape the constrictions and controls of Covid impacted regions, venturing into…
Make travel to Asia more exciting with Best Western Rewards
As travel in Asia slowly resumes, many of us are gearing to do some revenge travelling. There is no better way to explore beloved Asian destinations than getting the best bang for your buck…
Bali closes once again, although no one was visiting
Although Bali reopened to selected tourists on October 14, without a lengthy quarantine period, 19 countries were allowed back in. Sadly, no one showed up.
Shopee offers seamless hotel bookings with Shopee Hotel
As travel starts to rebound, e-commerce platform Shopee has partnered with travel platforms Agoda and Booking.com to launch Shopee Hotel.
WTTC chooses Saudi Arabia for 22nd Global Summit
World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), which represents the global travel and tourism sector, has announced its 22nd Global Summit will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, at the end of…
Agoda’s post-pandemic survey finds Thais bullish on domestic travel
According to digital travel platform Agoda, a third of Thai people would consider domestic travel within the first two months after restrictions are lifted, with 1 in 5 ready to pack and go…
Southeast Asian countries are the friendliest in the world
British travel guide book Rough Guide asked their Twitter and Facebook friends and followers which country they thought was the friendliest in the world.
Revealed! Beirut, Lebanon and Great Pyramid of Giza lost over $12 billion in revenue due to Covid-19
ETIAS has analysed all the wonders of the world - from ancient, new, to city-based, and natural - and collated visitor numbers as well as revenue loss from Covid-19
Japan cuts quarantine period for fully vaccinated travellers from 1 October
Japanese government said it would ease quarantine rules for travellers who have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19 starting from 1 October this week, shortening the required period for…
Philippine Airlines files for bankruptcy; Tan family remains committed to carrier
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has filed for bankruptcy as air travel continues to falter amid the pandemic.
Asian airlines report high Covid-19 vaccination uptake among crew
As everyone’s in the region wait for the tight pandemic-related border controls to be relaxed, Asian airlines are reporting high vaccination take-up rates among pilots and cabin crew.
Filipinos are itching to travel
After enduring the world’s longest lockdown patiently, Filipinos are optimistic to get back to travelling again.
Government strips travel exemption for Australian’s living abroad
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says the National Cabinet has agreed in principle on vaccine targets for the country's four-phase plan to recover from the pandemic.
Hotelbeds signs preferred agreement with RedDoorz to expand portfolio in Southeast Asia
Hotelbeds has announced a preferred partnership with RedDoorz expanding its portfolio in Southeast Asia.
RevPAR rising! An APAC recovery update
Ian Chinn, regional director of sales for IDeaS Revenue Solutions talks about how travel and leisure segment continues to make up the majority share of occupancy and improving levels of…
The Pavilions becomes first hotel group to accept cryptocurrency
The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts has enhanced its guest experiences by becoming the first international boutique hotel group to accept cryptocurrencies from any country for hotel bookings,
PH reduces quarantine for fully-vaccinated travellers from green countries
The Philippines’ Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF-EID) has approved to shorten the quarantine for fully-vaccinated travellers from green…
Day trip to Batangas: 5 things to do
If you only have a few days to spend in the Philippines, don’t think that Manila is the only place you can explore. A day trip to Batangas is very hard to pass.
5 activities in Siargao Island every traveller should experience
Although the province is known for its surfing and diving spots, there are several activities in Siargao Island that every kind of traveller can enjoy.
Agoda unveils COVID-19 isolation stay options throughout India
International digital travel platform Agoda has leveraged its technology expertise to help people in India easily search and find quarantine or alternative stay options during this latest…
5 activities in Davao that will give you an adrenaline rush
There are several activities in Davao that will give you an adrenaline rush and will make your heart race in excitement if you are up for an adventure.
5 best locations in Palawan you shouldn’t miss
Dubbed as the Philippines’ “Last Frontier,” the best locations in Palawan feel like it came out of the picture books.
International travel plans on the rise in Singapore
The number of Singaporeans planning to travel overseas has increased for the third month in a row, according to the latest data from Finder’s Travel Index
Dubai sets stage to host largest in-person tourism event
Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2021 has reconfirmed that Dubai will host the largest in-person travel and tourism event in the world, since the onset of the pandemic last year
5 Boracay experiences other than exploring the beaches
Here are seven Boracay experiences if you are so over with its beaches (no water activities included)
ATM 2021 to host over 60 countries despite Covid travel restrictions
A total of 62 countries will be represented on the exhibition floor this year at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2021, which takes place in-person at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC)
7 must-try food experiences in Cebu
The ultimate food experience in Cebu is more than the food itself; it involves the way it is cooked, the fanfare and the actual serving of the meal that elevates the event and make it…
Qatar Airways’ incredible growth in four years
Rising above the myriad of challenges, Qatar Airways’ growth has been massive. The airline’s last four years are highlighted with improved products, more routes, and unparalleled overall…
Filipinos make “new staycation” safer and more convenient
Agoda, works closely with its hotel partners to highlight properties offering strict adherence to local health and safety protocols for guests and staff alike, while providing flexible…
ATM 2021 reconfirms physical event
Arabian Travel Market (ATM) has reconfirmed that the 2021 edition of its annual showcase will go-ahead in-person at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from 16 – 19 May, as final…
1 in 5 Singaporeans have short term travel plans
One in five (20%) Singaporean adults planning to make at least one trip in the next three months, according to Finder’s Travel Index
Escape to Baguio for some summer chills
Pine-scented atmosphere, cool weather and the perfect temperature to let your hair down, Baguio is the ideal getaway to escape the summer heat in the Philippines because of its proximity to…
Global vaccine rollout improves 2021’s travel outlook, says Agoda CEO John Brown
Confidence in the vaccine rollouts, discussions around COVID-19 passports, and alternative state quarantine announcements have triggered an increase in international travel searches for…
9 Instagrammable places in Bohol
There are several Instagrammable places in Bohol thanks to its breathtaking spots for history buffs, beach lovers, and adrenaline junkies. This island has something for everyone.
PH’s capital and nearby provinces put in lockdown as COVID cases spike
The Philippines’ capital region and surrounding provinces of Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, and Rizal are placed under enhanced community quarantine throughout the Holy Week.
Travellers could enter China easier if they are vaccinated…but wait!
China is making it easier for foreigners to get a visa to enter China, but wait not so fast, this treatment is only for people who have been inoculated with Chinese-made coronavirus…
Back to square one? Philippine gov’t suspends entry of foreigners
In order to contain the sudden surge of coronavirus infections in the country, the Philippine government will suspend the entry of foreign nationals starting 18 March until 19 April.
India Tourism reconnects with key ASEAN markets
India Tourism Singapore is organising a series of webinars titled ‘India Tourism Reconnect’ in the ASEAN region to reconnect the Indian tourism industry with stakeholders in key markets and…
RedDoorz offers free temporary accommodations
RedDoorz has announced the launch of a new CSR campaign in collaboration with Singapore-based charity organisation Daughters Of Tomorrow (DOT).
No testing, no quarantine: New Philippine travel protocols to spur domestic tourism
In a bid to encourage Filipinos itching to travel after almost a year in lockdown to rediscover their own backyard, the Philippines’ IATF has announced new travel protocols.
GoLocal Tonight! Agoda’s new campaign for last-minute domestic travel adventures
Demand for last minute travel searches for same day and next day overnight hotel stays have increased compared to last year, according to global digital travel platform Agoda.com
Vaccines roll out in Asean, Asia and globally speeds up world travel recovery: AirAsia CEO
AirAsia welcomes news of COVID-19 vaccines being rolled out across Malaysia commencing from this week, as the first key indicator of a global travel reboot in the near future
STAAH reveals top online channels for 2020
The commission-free STAAH booking engine comes to hoteliers’ aid as the accommodation industry comes out of a pandemic-struck 2020.
Cebu Pacific receives 7-star COVID safety rating
Philippine low-cost airline Cebu Pacific has received the highest 7-star COVID safety rating from AirlineRatings as it remains committed to providing you with safe and affordable flights…
APAC travellers look at new domestic destinations to celebrate year of the Ox
Traditionally one of the biggest annual travel periods for Asia Pacific travellers, this Lunar New Year Agoda reveals changing travel patterns emerging post-COVID
Dive tourism is Philippine’s ace in the back pocket
With more than 300 dive sites, some of which are recognised globally, dive tourism can boost the industry’s recovery.
Tokyo bags award as most Instagrammable place in the world
Tokyo, Japan has beaten 49 other cities for the top spot in the ‘Most Instagrammable Places In The World 2021’ list of Big 7 Travel website.
Debunking 5 myths about travelling to Zamboanga
With 7,641 islands in the Philippines, travelling to Zamboanga are often overshadowed by the more popular choices like Boracay, Palawan and Cebu.
The Island Born of Fire: 5 natural attractions in Camiguin that you shouldn’t miss
The natural attractions in Camiguin take centre stage as top tourist spots in the province.
Not just COVID-19: 8 travel risks for 2021
Knowing these risks will help companies planning and managing employee travel in the year ahead.
What Matters 2021: Singaporeans most looking forward to travelling and spending time with loved ones
The ‘What Matters 2021’ survey for Agoda reveals top three travel priorities for people this year in 2021
Cebu Pacific now offers antigen tests to passengers
Cebu Pacific (CEB), commercially launches its Test Before Boarding (TBB) process for passengers flying from Manila
Visa-free travel to Thailand for these 56 countries
Despite the increasing trend of coronavirus cases, Thailand has announced the resumption of visa-free travel for citizens from 56 countries.
As more Philippine tourist sites reopen, DOT wants uniform travel requirements
The Department of Tourism calls for uniform travel requirements within the prescribed guidelines of the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases…
Cebu Pacific extends unlimited rebooking until March 31, 2021
Cebu Pacific continues to extend the validity of its flexible options for passengers traveling until March 31, 2021.
Cebu Pacific boosts cargo operations with second converted ATR-freighter
Cebu Pacific (CEB), the Philippines’ largest carrier, welcomed the arrival of its second ATR-freighter, further boosting its growing cargo operations.
Ascott adds approx THB292 million worth of products to Shopee sale
The Ascott Limited (Ascott), is kicking off this festive season with one of the biggest promotions on Shopee to hit Thailand.
Taking Hilton’s ambitious plan forward in Southeast Asia
Hilton’s vice-president of operations in Southeast Asia, Paul Hutton, catches up with Travel Daily Media about overseeing forty-three hotels across nine markets and driving the brand's…
Podcast: Sulawesi
When you look at a map of Sulawesi it looks really odd, like someone who has been run over by a steamroller.
Iceland, Argentina, Kazakhstan and Colombia adopt WTTC safety stamp
Iceland, Argentina, Kazakhstan, Colombia and Turks and Caicos are the latest major destinations to adopt the WTTC global safety and hygiene stamp, which was launched earlier this year
How To Ride A Motorcycle In Bad Weather?
If you are a motorcycle rider in the Philippines, you need to know a few things about riding in bad weather.
Halloween 2020: 5 haunted places in Southeast Asia
Asia is the origin of some of the most terrifying horror films. It is also the home of some of the most haunted places where paranormal activity was documented.
El Nido, Palawan to reopen on October 30 with test-before-travel policy
The world-renowned El Nido, Palawan in the Philippines will ease travel restrictions starting October 30 and will allow tourists to enter the island with test-before-travel policy.
Peru, Bahamas, Puerto Rico and more get world’s first global safety and hygiene stamp
Peru, Bahamas and Puerto Rico are the latest destinations to use the world’s first ever global safety and hygiene stamp, launched earlier this year by the World Travel & Tourism Council…
Last-minute bookings keep afloat India’s travel market
New flight booking data released by Amadeus has revealed that COVID-19 pandemic had a significant effect on flight booking lead times in India since March 2020
Thailand Tightens Myanmar Border Control Due to COVID-19
Disease Control for the Ministry of Health in Thailand, said that the COVID-19 situation in Myanmar directly affects Thailand’s efforts to contain the coronavirus pandemic as Thailand…
Fly no more: AirAsia Japan shuts operations
Low-cost carrier AirAsia Japan has now announced that it has ceased operations starting this week
South Pacific Island Paradise no longer Coronavirus free
The tourism Solomon Islands Tourism Board wanted visitors to know this is the place to wind down. The Solomon Islands was one of the last countries left without Coronavirus. This has now…
Taiwan leads pack of wishlist destinations, says Agoda
Taiwan, Thailand and Japan are the top searched destinations for travel until the year-end according to search data revealed by Agoda
SKAL online event gets biggest attendance in AGM history
The Skål Asia AGM which due to the Covid-19 pandemic was without a home, instead the 49th SAA AGM was conducted online and turned out to be the highest attended AGM in recent history.
India adds new country in list of air bubble arrangement: Japan
As India adds on to the list of countries with which it has created air bubbles in the recent weeks, it has now established an air travel bubble with Japan
Travel around Asia through QuaranCooking
As most countries in Asia remain closed and governments extend stay-at-home protocols, people get creative and come up with clever ways to explore new places and experience new things.
Demand for private islands skyrockets
Private islands are in demand now more than ever.
Status of tourism reopening in Southeast Asian countries
One thing is certain, all countries are keen to reopen and tourism stakeholders are hard at work in coming up with a plan so that we can all travel again.
Hit hard: Pacific World announces shutdown globally
Destination management and events company, Pacific World, has announced it will cease operations globally in November 2020
Hawaii visitor arrivals plummet 97.7% in July
Visitor arrivals dropped 97.7 percent compared to a year ago, according to preliminary statistics released by the Hawaii Tourism Authority’s (HTA) Tourism Research Division.
10 Philippine destinations for post lockdown travel
After months of staying in lockdown, people are itching to get out and experience the different Philippine destinations for post lockdown travel.
Back to Boracay: Your “new normal” travel guide
DOT ensures that the health and safety measures are followed so we can all go back to Boracay.
Thailand reopening to international tourism may not happen this year
While many countries are rushing to reopen their borders to international tourists, one of the beloved destinations in Asia, Thailand, is not jumping the bandwagon.
Podcast: Can Sea Islands Provide a Blueprint for the Future of Tourism?
This week’s island hop through South East Asia also takes in the latest travel developments across the region. Gary Bowerman and Hannah Pearson also discuss how idyllic island getaways such…
Pavillions Hotels and Resorts signs up El Nido Beach & Spa Resort
Some good news for the Philippines hospitality industry arrives with the announcement that Pavilions Hotels & Resorts has signed El Nido Beach & Spa Resort, with an opening target…
Thailand most confident country in the world to reopen tourism sector
New findings from a global study suggests that four out of five (82%) Thais are confident that Thailand is well-prepared to reopen its tourism
All of Asia’s Eyes Turn to Bali
The countdown is on. Will Bali really open to international arrivals on 11 September – and if it does, who will visit? By Gary Bowerman
A Russian roulette: 3 reasons why the new Russian coronavirus vaccine “Sputnik V” raises doubt
Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced that Russia is the first to approve an experimental coronavirus vaccine.
Philippine Airlines will require face shields on flights
Starting August 15, Philippine Airlines will require all passengers to wear face shields, on top of the mandatory face masks, on all flights.
Rediscover the world through ‘Slow Travel’
Slow travel isn’t just about speed; it’s about the impact of your travel.
Possible coronavirus cure? Virgin coconut oil shows “very promising” results
In the Philippines, the coconut tree is referred to as the “tree of Life'', because of the endless products derived from its various parts. They say if you're stranded in a desert island all…
It’s time to sail again! Get aboard on PONANT’s new webinars for post-COVID cruising updates
French luxury cruise line, Ponant, has announced a series of exclusive webinars starting next week for updates of its luxury products
Flight to recovery: AirAsia breaks post-hibernation daily sales record
AirAsia registered its highest post-hibernation sale day, with a record-breaking 41,000 seats sold in a single day across AirAsia Group, signifying a strong rebound in demand for air…
Klook Home offers virtual interactive experiences and DIY kits
Klook Home offers almost 200 home-based experiences such as do-it-yourself craft and cooking kits, online workshops, and free virtual tours.
New face of Philippine tourism after lockdown
Philippine tourism secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat said that the tourism scene will be “vastly different” in a post-COVID-19 world as the “new normal” standards will be implemented.
Bill Barnett: “The post-COVID traveller is going to be like a baby”
Bill Barnett, the Phuket-based head honcho of C9 Hotelworks, is not someone who needs an introduction to anyone working in the Thai travel industry.
Barnett is a force of nature in…
Chinese overseas travel sentiment grows as first-mover
According to the China Philippines Travel Sentiment Survey, conducted in the first week of May by hospitality consulting group C9 Hotelworks and Delivering Asia Communications, the key…
Philippine airlines and airport to implement “new normal” protocol
It is still unknown when Filipinos can fly again as the enhanced community quarantine was extended twice yet the number of new COVID-19 cases in the country continue to rise, but…
10 most popular Zoom backgrounds reveal people’s dream destinations
Since people went into quarantine, video calls have become our way to communicate with our families, friends, and colleagues.
Cebu Pacific to introduce Contactless Flights as “new normal”
Cebu Pacific will introduce contactless flights in the future when people are ready to fly again.
5 myths about the coronavirus and the truth behind them
Coronavirus is relatively new and studies about it are pretty much ongoing. We learn something about it every day and it is important that we get our information from reliable sources to…
Lack of coronavirus cure makes people turn to herbal remedies for COVID-19
The lack of coronavirus cure and rapid increase of reported cases have pushed many countries to turn to herbal medicine as a remedy for the pandemic.
10 most Instagrammed ecotourism destinations
This year marks the 50th year of Earth Day celebrations that shows our relentless effort to make changes in saving the environment.
AirAsia set to resume domestic flights
AirAsia is set to resume its scheduled domestic flights commencing in Malaysia by 29 April followed by a rollout of aircraft to serve domestic routes in other Asian nations where it has…
Emirates adds three flights to Manila this week to help Filipinos in UAE get home
To help more Filipinos in the UAE get home, Emirates will operate three more flights from Dubai to Manila today and on 22 and 24 April. Only citizens of the Philippines and those who…
Alma Resort welcomes new GM
Hospitality veteran Herbert Laubichler-Pichler has been appointed general manager at the new 30-hectare beachfront resort Alma. He takes charge of the opening of the 196-pavilion and…
17 videos from tourism boards that will remind you to “stay home today and travel tomorrow”
The message is loud and clear, we will travel again!
PH travel group asks for help as coronavirus paralyses tourism
Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA), which has 500 members, suggested a recovery program for the tourism sector bludgeoned by the coronavirus pandemic.
Enter Red Heroes: RedDoorz partners with governments across Southeast Asia for health workers
RedDoorz, Southeast Asia’s largest and fastest-growing online hotel management and booking platform, announced the launch of ‘Red Heroes’, a new regional initiative that will provide…
The ingenious ways hotels earn during coronavirus outbreak
With countries closing their borders and travel is non-existent nowadays, hotels struggle to fill their rooms.
More countries go into lockdown due to COVID-19
After the World Health Organisation announced COVID-19 as a pandemic and cases rise to an unstoppable rate, more countries go into lockdown.
Philippine president announces 30-day Metro Manila “lockdown”
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte addressed the nation on Thursday night amid the rising numbers of COVID-19 cases and announced Metro Manila “lockdown”.
Same problem, different actions: Cebu Pacific execs take paycut to avoid layoffs
Everyone is the travel industry is having a hard time due to the effects of coronavirus. The senior managers of Cebu Pacific have decided to take the hit for the company instead of laying…
5 reasons why Hilton Manila is the perfect place for MICE
Hilton Manila is the perfect address for business and leisure travellers, o¬ffering a range of comfortable guest rooms and suites, top-class restaurants, and versatile meeting and events…
One Flight To Fun! Cebu Pacific turns 24
In celebration of its 24th anniversary, Cebu Pacific, the Philippines’ leading carrier is bringing back its beloved super seat fest under the theme of ‘One Flight To Fun’. Kicking off…
TD holds first-ever Thirsty Thursday in Manila
Thirsty Thursday is Travel Daily’s legendary networking event filled with fun for an evening of food, drink and networking with travel industry professionals.
AirAsia Thailand completes IOSA audit
AirAsia Thailand has completed its Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) of the International Air Transportation Association (IATA).
It is the sixth airline in AirAsia Group to become IOSA…
10 countries most dependent on tourism
Online visa application and assistance processing firm official-esta.com has analysed the number of tourism jobs available in over 170 countries around the world to reveal how many jobs are…
Lucio Tan Sr. takes over PAL as president and chairman
In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, PAL Holdings said that tycoon Lucio Tan Sr. was appointed by the board of directors as company’s president “on concurrent capacity” to his…
Juan Effect: Cebu Pacific extends sustainable tourism campaign to Bohol
Cebu Pacific (CEB), the Philippines’ largest carrier—and one of the largest in the region— has extended its ‘Juan Effect’ sustainable tourism programme. After roll-outs in Siargao and in…
SureStay Hotels unveils first hotel in Laos
SureStay Hotel Group marked the launch of its first hotel in Laos, SureStay Hotel by Best Western Vientiane. Hosted recently at Tipsy Elephant, the hotel’s dramatic top floor venue, the…
OYO welcomed 1,000,000 guests in Thailand in 3 months
OYO Hotels & Homes has reached a remarkable milestone when it welcomed 1,000,000 guests in Thailand, less than three months since beginning operations in Thailand. It brings a model…
Here’s why the new 2019-nCoV coronavirus a big threat on travel
The new strain of coronavirus, tentatively-known as the 2019-nCoV, is spreading at an alarming rate. In China, the tally jumped to 2,700 cases and the number of deaths climbed to at least…
Travel to and from Wuhan banned amid Chinese New Year rush
Local authorities in Wuhan, China have put the city on lockdown in attempt to contain the new strain of coronavirus that sickened hundreds of people and killed 17 so far.
Thailand, Japan and Singapore top Hotelbeds’ Chinese New Year travel ranking
Hotelbeds, the bed bank company, has revealed the top international destinations for Chinese travellers during the seven-day Chinese New Year holiday period starting on 24 January.…
EbixCash partners with Amadeus to propel APAC and UAE expansion
EbixCash, a fully owned subsidiary of Ebix, has signed a strategic travel technology partnership with Amadeus to grow its footprint across the Asia Pacific region and UAE and become a…
“Travel has been a working passion”: TD speaks to TTC Asian MD Nicholas Lim
The Travel Corporations Asian MD Nicholas Lim has never stopped opening doors.
How much!?: The importance of research when changing currency
Working out how much spending money to take on holiday can feel like a bit of guessing game as the cost of meals and activities varies widely from country to country.
Indeed, over the…
Top 10 travel risks for 2020 – 5 is already happening
Travellers face several risks when they travel. Some are small like getting lost in a city or sudden change in the itinerary; others are big like travelling to a dangerous place or getting…
Cebu Pacific kicks off new year with weekend seat sale
Start the new year right by jetting off to Clark, an underrated destination in the Philippines with Cebu Pacific’s first seat sale of the year. From 10 January 2020 till 14 January 2020,…
“We are certain outbound travel from Thailand will sustain good growth”: Lufthansa brings A380 to Land of Smiles
Lufthansa Group is expanding its capacity for Thailand on its Bangkok to Frankfurt route by using the world's largest aircraft, the Airbus A380. It is the only European carrier operating the…
Hamad Airport witnesses 38.78 million passengers
Hamad International Airport (HIA) has announced it has served a record 38,786,422 passengers in 2019, which is the maximum number of passengers it has served since the start of its…
Mysterious viral illness in China sows fear in Asia
Airports in Asia are on heightened alert following the outbreak of a mysterious illness in Wuhan, China.
Nations gear up for repatriation from Iran, Iraq
Several nations have released travel advisories to Iran and Iraq as tension rises between the said countries and the United States.
Agoda reveals travel trend expectations for 2020s
Single apps for all travel needs, passport free travel and mobile app check-in are the top three ‘new travel norms’ expected by travellers in the next decade, according to new research…
Qatar Airways scoops best business class in the UK
Qatar Airways has been awarded ‘Best Business Class Seat and Service’ at the first-ever Head for Points Travel and Loyalty Awards.
The awards reward the best in UK business class travel,…
Green measures, route expansion and other feathers in Royal Brunei Airlines’ cap
Already flying one of the youngest and eco-friendly fleets in the world, Royal Brunei Airlines has unveiled plans to introduce a host of new eco measures throughout 2020 to ensure the…
Let’s go around Singapore Lah!
Booking platform Traveloka has partnered with the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) to encourage tourists to discover more of Singapore’s hidden gems, popular attractions and unique experiences.…
PH’s competition watchdog slaps Grab with USD 319,000 fine
The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has ordered Grab to refund a total of PHP 16.15 million (USD 319,000) to its users.
IATA welcomes Cebu Pacific as its newest member
Filipino carrier Cebu Pacific has joined the International Air Transportation Association (IATA), the trade association for the global airline industry. CEB is IATA’s largest member among…
WebBeds goes on tour in APAC
WebBeds has ended 2019 on a high by hosting a trio of important international events in the Asia Pacific.
Led by Daryl Lee, WebBeds’ CEO for Asia Pacific, many of the group’s regional…
6 must-visit destinations in December
The festive season is here and Cathay Pacific has revealed the six must-visit destinations this month where travellers can fully enjoy the holiday season.
Grab debuts numberless payments GrabPay card
Ride hailing giant Grab has announced the launch of digital and physical numberless payments card GrabPay Card in partnership with Mastercard.
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…
A different kind of mobility start-up receives USD 10.1 million to grow operations
Singapore-based smart mobility start-up Ministry of Movement has received a USD 10.1 million from its Series A funding round to grow and expand overseas.
Not giving up: Gojek to challenge Grab’s hold of the Philippine market
For the third time, Indonesian ride-hailing unicorn Gojek has reapplied to enter the Philippine market and to face off its greatest rival in the Southeast Asian region – Grab.
First international five-star hotel in Ho Chi Minh unveils two-year transformation
On 6 December 2019, New World Saigon Hotel, the first international five-star hotel in Ho Chi Minh, unveils the results of an extensive, two-year renovation of guestrooms, restaurants and…
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…
Philippine Airlines president passes away two weeks after takeover
The newly appointed president and chief operating officer of Philippine Airlines operator PAL Holdings, Inc., Lucio K. Tan, Jr., passed away on Monday at the age of 53.
London takes top spot as UAE leading inbound market
Amadeus published its key findings into the top inbound and outbound destinations the UAE region, with the UK capital coming heading the source market pack.
According to the findings, the…
Logical step: Swiss-Belhotel announces Thai debut
Hong Kong-based hoteliers, Swiss-Belhotel International has divulged plans for its Thai debut today.
"This makes it the next logical step in our growth strategy"
Currently, the company has…
Now, Grab a ride across Southeast Asia through Booking.com app
Booking.com has launched its on-demand ride-hailing service in partnership with Grab, giving the online travel agency (OTA) app users access to the largest fleet of drivers across eight…
BA becomes first international airline to serve new Beijing Daxing
British Airways (BA) became the first international carrier to operate into state-of-the-art Beijing Daxing airport which covers 18 square miles of land since it opened last month. The…
MyProGuide proves tour guides is the key of every tour
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…
G Adventures increases Asia footprint
Melbourne-headquartered G Adventures says it will strengthen sales activities across Asia. After a record year for bookings from Asian travellers, the company’s director of emerging…
Thailand’s tourist spots suffer a nosedive
Phuket, Thailand’s most popular holiday destination, are now left with vacant rooms after being shunned by its biggest market. Chinese visitors dwindled this year forcing some hotels to cut…
Qatar Airways touches down for first time in Langkawi
The first Qatar Airways flight from Doha to Langkawi, Malaysia touched down at Langkawi International Airport.
Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive of Qatar Airways said: “Langkawi…
Philippine Airlines launches ‘Chase The Sun Sale’
Philippine Airlines has launched its ‘Chase The Sun Sale’ with return flights from London Heathrow to Tokyo, Japan. To enjoy the value fares, bookings must be made before 31 October for…
Enter the bizarre world of Lambana where Filipino folklore is front and centre
There’s a new attraction in Manila. Think of horror house, escape room, and stage play combined. If you love “Choose Your Own Adventure” books or Dungeons and Dragons as a kid, you will flip…
FCM partners with Grab for ground transportation
FCM Travel Solutions, a global travel management company (TMC), has made it easier for clients to take advantage of Southeast-Asia’s most popular ride-sharing service Grab, with a new…
Wyndham Hotels offers signature super vacation sale
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has announced their signature super vacation sale offering guests up to 40% off the hotel’s best available rate at participating Wyndham hotels across…
Morocco to host UNWTO 2021 assembly
Morocco has been officially chosen as the host of the 24th Session of the World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) to be held in 2021. Members attending the 23rd General Assembly in St…
“Let`s talk about Lufthansa Group”: Stefan Molnar spills the beans on Lufthansa Group`s plans in Southeast Asia
With the recent launch of Lufthansa’s new direct Munich-Bangkok service, I tracked down Stefan Molnar, general manager of sales for Lufthansa Group Airlines in Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines…
Travel tech this week: All about ride hailing
This week, ride-hailing giants from the east are rolling out new services to propel their growth, while their western counterparts are suffering losses since going public.
“More efficient and kinder to the environment”: PAL brings A321neo SR to Asian regional network
Philippine Airlines has announced that it will be bringing the new Airbus A321neo SR aircraft to its Asian regional flights, as part of carrier’s fleet modernisation programme.
The brand…
Visitor count up 4.9% in Malaysia
Malaysia has reported its half-year tourism results declaring tourist arrivals reached 13.35 million up 4.9%, while tourist receipts improved 6.8% over the same period in 2018.…
Israel Tourism conducts roadshow in Delhi
Israel Ministry of Tourism (IMOT) conducted a roadshow in New Delhi to enhance commercial ties with the Indian travel trade fraternity. In an effort to retain the growth momentum of…
AirAsia cuts fees in Malaysia
AirAsia will remove processing fees for Malaysia for bookings made from 1 October to keep air travel affordable for all. Starting with Malaysia, AirAsia will subsequently remove…
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…
Singapore tourism receipts in Q1 dip 4.8% amid global economic uncertainty
Spending by visitors to Singapore fell 4.8% to SGD 6.5 billion (USD 4.69 billion), in the first quarter of 2019, compared to the same period last year, although international arrivals…
Airbnb creates K-pop themed experiences for Thais
Airbnb Experiences is inviting Thais to take their love of Korea to the next level with the launch of Airbnb’s K-pop and K-beauty Experiences.
Tourists can now book immersive and unique…
Cebu Pacific expands footprint in Clark with launch of three routes
Cebu Pacific (CEB) has launched three new flights from Clark to Bacolod and Iloilo in the Philippines, and Tokyo, Japan. CEB is the first Philippine carrier to mount direct flights…
Family, ninjas and a top-notch day out
In part one of my interview with Sarah Somerville, Hilton’s senior director of customer engagement, loyalty and partnerships in Asia Pacific, we put the brand’s recent study into the travel…
Japan heatwave sweeps nation, a major concern for Tokyo 2020
The first week of summer has proven to be deadly for Japan as a deadly heatwave has taken the lives of 11 people.
ITE HCMC surpasses record with 350 exhibitors & 30,000 expected visitors for its 15th year
To celebrate its 15th year milestone, the International Travel Expo, Ho Chi Minh City (ITE HCMC) is introducing a bundle of new features and special highlights to make the annual event an…
Park Inn by Radisson North Edsa positions itself as an urban escape
Opening its doors in a few days, Park Inn by Radisson claims to be an oasis in Quezon City’s urban jungle. The 238-room hotel is linked to SM North Edsa, which is the largest shopping mall…
Traveloka to raise USD 500m in latest funding round
Indonesia-based unicorn Traveloka is reportedly looking to raise USD 500 million funding to fuel its expansion in the region. The latest funding round will close in two months and could…
APAC hotel performance shows ‘negative’ results for Q2 2019
According to new data, hotel performance in APAC shows negative results across the three key performance metrics during the second quarter of 2019.
PAL denies rumours of an end to Manila-London operations
Rumours of Philippine Airlines’ withdrawal from London market were denied by the airline in a statement last night. Rejecting industry gossip, the airline cited an uptick in customer numbers…
Cebu Pacific connects with ‘China’s Silicon Valley’
Cebu Pacific has extended its network on mainland China with the launch of its direct commercial service between Shenzhen and Manila, responding to increased customer demand for leisure…
PAL’s pop up partnership with Bong Bong’s Manila Kanteen hits Oxford Street
Philippine Airlines, providers of the only non-stop service between London and Manila, has launched a partnership with Filipino restaurant Bong Bong’s Manila Kanteen to run throughout the…
El Nido, Palawan closure could be next in PH’s list
The island paradise in El Nido, Palawan could be the next hot tourism destination in the Philippines to be closed after Boracay.
Chinaboo: A deeper look at Chinese tourism in SEA
Chinese tourists are ubiquitous across the globe. Anywhere you turn, Chinese is present; even in the most remote tourist area in Africa. It could almost be said that there is no tourist spot…
BA first international airline to shift Beijing operations to Daxing
British Airways has announced that, as of 27 October 2019, all direct connections between Heathrow and Beijing will touch tarmac at the Chinese capital’s new state-of-the-art Daxing airport.…
“Travel is a deep passion for most travellers in Asia Pacific”
Following a recent poll, conducted by Hilton Honors, the Hilton loyalty programme has discovered that, for travellers in APAC, the ability to explore new regions and cultures is not just…
Mastercard and ASEAN inspire passion for travel with “Feel the Warmth” campaign
Mastercard and ASEAN National Tourism Organisations (ASEAN NTOs) have joined forces to promote Southeast Asia through a campaign that celebrates the region’s beautiful geography, rich…
New operations director at STAAH Southeast Asia: Tim Waterhouse
Armed with 39 years of international hospitality and business experience, the industry veteran Tim Waterhouse joins New Zealand-based technology company STAAH to build and develop on the…
Portuguese connection: Qatar Airways debuts in Lisbon
As the airline adds to its rapidly expanding European network, Qatar Airways’ first ever passenger flight to Portugal landed at Lisbon Airport on 24 June.
Akbar Al Baker, group chief…
Cebu Pacific renews fleet with order of 31 brand-new Airbus NEO aircraft
Carrier in the Philippines, Cebu Pacific (CEB) has announced it has ordered 31 next-generation aircraft from Airbus. The investment accelerates the carrier’s plan to introduce more…
Lucky Air launches flights from Pulkovo St. Petersburg Airport to Kunming
Lucky Air, the Chinese airline, started direct scheduled service between St. Petersburg, Russia and Kunming, China. Both the destination and the carrier are a new addition to the…
Grab PH launches credit card with Citi
Ride-hailing giant Grab has launched a co-branded credit card in the Philippines in partnership with Citi.
Travel tech this week: Bird to buy a competitor and Grab PH deactivates 8,000 drivers
This week in the travel tech sector, we see a larger company planning to eat up a smaller competitor as well as Grab Philippines clamping down on driver.
Around 60 flights affected by Manila airspace shutdown
The Manila airspace was shut down for 30 minutes yesterday due to a computer glitch, according to Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP).
My sweet Netflix Streetfood-fame Putu Piring experience
Putu piring reflects the image of Singapore being a melting pot of different nationalities.
Israel Ministry of Tourism appoints Sammy Yahia as director
Israel Ministry of Tourism has appointed Sammy Yahia as the new director of tourism for India and the Philippines markets effective 3 June 2019. He will be responsible to lead the…
“I believe that DMC’s can work together”: I Asia Thailand teams up with Diethelm
Bangkok-based tour operator, I Asia Thailand, has announced its new partnership with Thailand’s longest-serving destination management company (DMC), Diethelm Travel Group, in order to sell…
10 El Nido hotels shut down, rehabilitation an ongoing battle
El Nido, Palawan in the Philippines is more than idyllic landscapes and breathtaking seascapes. The town takes pride for its crystal clear waters, beautiful scenery, immensely diverse…
After hotel bookings, Grab rolls out tour packages
Ride-hailing company Grab is making strides in the travel sector. After it debuted its hotel booking feature, the app has launched an itinerary-based transport service.
Scientists are glueing corals on Maya Bay, literally
Scientists have come up with a way to restore marine life in the famous Maya Bay in Thailand – superglue.
Metamorphosis: Boracay sheds party island image to be a sustainable tourist destination
Boracay was once notoriously known as a party island with events like LaBoracay at the White Beach. Now that parties are no longer allowed on the beach and are now confined in bars and…
Luxury travel in Boracay for USD 200? Here’s how I did it
On a shoestring budget, I was able to go on a luxury trip to the island. Before I move on, allow me to stress that people have different perceptions of luxury travel. Most of us deemed…
Several flights cancelled as Philippine’s Clark Int’l Airport closes after 6.1 earthquake
Several domestic and international flights in Philippines’ Clark International Airport scheduled on Monday night, 22 April, and Tuesday, 23 April, were cancelled following the 6.1 magnitude…
OYO signs first-ever distribution partnership with Hotelbeds
Hotelbeds and OYO Hotels & Homes has announced a strategic global distribution partnership, representing OYO’s first distribution partnership with a bedbank.
5 countries with the biggest increase in popularity
Exotic destinations are rising in popularity as travellers are shunning traditional holiday destinations.
0% beef: Vegan hots spots around the world
As evidenced by the creation of the ‘Impossible Burger’ (and its subsequent appearance at Burger King this week), a meat-free patty which mimics the flavour and running-juices of real cooked…
Marriott takes on mission to have 1000 hotels in Asia by 2020
Marriott International unleashed its vision to open up 1000 hotels in APAC by the end of 2020 this morning. With an existing 710 properties in 23 countries, the plan is already well under…
Travel tech this week: Settling in Singapore
This week, we saw a lot of activity in Southeast Asia, which has been a fertile ground for start-ups. Two companies have set up offices in Singapore, which is still the best place to manage…
Digital Travel APAC 2019 focuses on disruption in industries
The tech possibilities in the travel industry are virtually limitless and travel companies must live with the expectations of customers in order to provide the most effective experience.
How NTUC Income “reimagined” travel insurance
Travel insurance firm NTUC Income, has come up with a new way of making sure travellers are protected against the seemingly random and unpredictable nature of airline’s tickets prices, which…
Philippine resort claps back at self-proclaimed influencers
A Facebook post of a beach resort in the Philippines went viral after it calls out “self-proclaimed influencers” who had been contacting the resort with offers to collaborate.
Aviation round up: Iron chef’s, Vegas and Cathay snaps up HK Express
This week’s collection of stories descending from on high features a headline grabbing purchase, an Iron Chef and, of course, new routes.
Shop now, pay later: Grab pushes for post-paid payment feature
Grab is the first ride-hailing platform that is giving banks a run for their money. The Singapore-based start-up has announced new fintech features focusing on SME micro-loans and insurtech…
PH board says no to Go-Jek for the second time
Philippine’s Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has denied the application of ride-hailing Go-Jek to enter the Philippine market.
Bon appétit: Transforming in-flight meals into bespoke experiences
IATA has predicted that the number of air travellers will double by 2035. And offering premium in-flight meals is one way to attract more customers and expand their businesses.
PAL offers up to 100MB free in-flight WIFI
Philippine Airlines gifts its passengers with 30MB complimentary in-flight WIFI for regular passengers and 100MB for passengers in business class.
RedDoorz to raise USD 50 million in Series B round
Singapore-based budget hotel operator RedDoorz is raising up to USD 50 million for its Series B financing round.
Phenomenal females: Wise words from the top women in travel
In celebration of International Women’s Day, I asked several women holding top positions in the travel industry how they managed to achieve their success and the advice they will give to…
Go-Jek to try again in PH
Indonesian unicorn Go-Jek will try to penetrate the Philippine market again after reports claimed that one of the country’s oldest conglomerates Ayala Corporation will partner with the…
Thailand, India dominate Asia’s Top 25 Beaches
Thailand and India proved they have the most beautiful beaches in the region as both countries have the most entry in this year’s Top 25 Beaches in Asia by TripAdvisor.
PH aims to find a ‘sweet spot’ for its cruise tourism
The Philippines is proving to be an up and coming tourist destination for cruise ships but it aims to find the balance between revenue and headcount.
Southeast Asia fights back! How countries battle pollution and overtourism
Bali, Phuket, Halong Bay, and Boracay used to be paradises on earth but now feature throng of crowds, heavy traffic, and shores defiled with trash.
Breathe in, breathe out set to become a travel industry favourite
The 13th annual Summit will be held at the Grand Hyatt Hong Kong from 15-17 October 2019. We sat down with Susie Ellis, chairman & CEO, Global Wellness Summit before the madness begins.
Travel tech this week: New start-ups and groundbreaking updates
This week, we saw new start-ups launch worldwide KIWIride, SensorFlow, and Bounce. Zudu cooked up digital strategies while Egencia updated its platform to enhance customer experiences,…
Trouble in paradise: Why travel industry should take water safety seriously
Water safety should be a discussion, especially in the travel industry since most of the accidents either happen during the trip or while staying in a hotel.
ANA takes a seat in PAL
ANA Holdings will take a seat on the board of PAL Holdings, parent company of Philippine Airlines, after taking a 9.5% stake in the company.
Solving the talent crisis
There is a talent shortage in Asia Pacific countries. The region is heading towards a deficit of 12.3 million workers by 2020, according to a recent study on global talent by strategic…
Go-Jek’s fresh funds fuel expansion
Go-Jek has announced that it had received series F funding from Alphabet Inc.’s Google, Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com Inc. and China-based conglomerate Tencent Holdings, with Mitsubishi…
Aviation round up: 20 years of Oneworld and the pride of Ethiopia
The first few days of February have seen a flurry of announcements hit the TD inbox, including digital transformations, re purposed aircraft and, of course a couple of new destinations.
“We are a local company”: RedDoorz CEO
Just last week, Indonesian OTA RedDoorz, announced its regional expansion plans to open in 10 new cities in East Java, Indonesia in 2019 starting with Pasuruan and Jember. Keen to know more…
Netflix and ride? Grab adds a streaming service to its app
Grab added Netflix-like video-on-demand service HOOQ into its core ride-hailing app. The company, which is valued at USD 11 billion and raising a USD 5 billion round, already offers a range…
PAL launches three way capital-to-capital routes connecting SE Asia to London
Philippine Airlines (PAL), has announced the launch of the first direct link connecting the Philippines to the capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh, from the airline’s Manila hub.
Ascott achieves “unprecedented growth” with 100,000 units globally
Serviced residence operator The Ascott Limited (Ascott) has secured contracts for another 26 properties, boosting its portfolio to 100,000 units globally.
How TripClub values women and their need of work and life balance
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…
GrabJobs disrupts old school recruitment process in SEA
Finding a job has never been this easy for both job seekers and employers. Singapore-based GrabJobs is making a fuss in the recruitment scene with their interview chatbot technology.
“Worse than Boracay”: Philippine government calls for Manila Bay rehab
The Philippine government has rallied all stakeholders to work together and be part of history — to rehabilitate the heavily polluted Manila Bay.
72 years in the making: “The industry’s best trade incentive”
Global tours provider Trafalgar has announced its annual agent incentive trip to the brand’s newest destination of Africa — a trip 72 years in the making.
Dusit International spurs Asian growth with ASAI debut in Myanmar
Thailand’s Dusit International has signed a hotel management agreement to launch the ASAI brand in Myanmar, slated to open in 2020.
Tourism: Key to the rise of new-age Asian tigers
Cracking the inbound tourism growth to determine the new age Asian tigers.
Hot hotel openings: Stella Di Mare Dubai Marina and more
In this week’s edition of hot hotel openings, we’ve got properties from a night cottage in the middle of New Zealand’s wilderness, to a beach club set in a former coconut plantation.
Indigenous calling: Philippine tourism focuses on native tribes
Looking to promote the Philippines as a go-to destination, the DOT will call on holidaymakers by showcasing the country’s rich cultural heritage.
Hit the Slopes: Klook reveals top five ski destinations
According to Klook’s internal data, ski-related bookings surged 341% year-over-year when comparing November to December 2017 with the same period in 2018.
No more balloon drop: Luxury hotel ends year with a PR crisis
Days before the end of 2018, luxury hotel Okada Manila faced a PR problem for its New Year’s Eve event.
Best Western in Asia: “Most exciting period in 72-year history”
Best Western Hotels & Resorts has announced another successful year in Asia with new brands and properties in the fast-growing region.
Bite-sized travel: Demand moves to itinerary-packed weekend getaways
More people will take more weekend trips next year and they will be looking for made-to-measure, bite-sized travel with more curated travel itineraries squeezed into shorter time frames.
7 reasons why foreign businesses should think twice when investing in China
Last week, Wall Street Journal published an interesting piece claiming that Americans who flocked to China for better opportunities are slowly calling it quits and are flying home.
Traveloka reportedly acquires PegiPegi and two other rivals for USD 66.8 million
A report has surfaced that the Indonesian travel tech unicorn Traveloka has long acquired some of its rivals in Southeast Asia through a Singapore-based shell company named Jet Tech&he