Marriott debuts in Southwest China with W Chengdu
Marriott has expanded its portfolio of W Hotels in China with the opening of the W Chengdu in Gaoxin district
ICCA strengthens footprint in China with Chengdu centre
International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) has signed an agreement with Chengdu Municipal Bureau of Exposition (CCPIT Chengdu), MeetingsChina and Chengdu University on a…
AirAsia takes flight to Chengdu
Travellers flying out of Malaysia’s northern hub Penang can now enjoy another destination option as AirAsia launches new flights to Chengdu, the capital city of Sichuan Province, China.…
Hainan Airlines to fly Chengdu–Chicago from September
As the Hainan-based carrier looks at increasing flights between China and the US, Hainan Airlines will launch a twice-weekly non-stop service between Chengdu and Chicago beginning on 16…
Enter the Dragon: IndiGo’s China Delhi-Chengdu route
IndiGo is set to start a daily non-stop flight on the Delhi-Chengdu route from September 15 onwards. While also operating to five other international destinations in Asia, this flight…
Hilton opens first upscale international hotel within Chengdu district
Hilton has announced the opening of Hilton Chengdu Chenghua, the first and only upscale international hotel within the district.
Anantara enters untapped market in Chengdu, China
Anantara Hotels and Resorts has announced plans to diversify its portfolio in China by launching a luxury hotel brand in the Qingyang District of Chengdu with the opening of Anantara Jinsha…
More than 1300 delegates attend 22nd UNWTO General Assembly in Chengdu
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More than 1300 delegates from over 130 countries attended the opening of the 22nd session of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) General Assembly in Chengdu,…
“Sacred bird” to take flight in Chengdu
The skies above China are set to become even busier in future, as the fast-expanding HNA Group prepares to launch yet another airline.
One of the group's existing carriers,…
Oman Airports attends World Routes Chengdu China 2016
Oman Airports’ has returned from the World Routes forum in Chengdu, China, as the company looks to develop better air connections between Asia and the Sultanate.
The commercial…
Lucky Air commits to Chengdu’s new airport
Lucky Air has become the latest airline to confirm that it will move to Chengdu's new airport when it opens in 2020.
While its home base is in Kunming, Lucky Air has operated from…
China Southern sets up base in Chengdu
China Southern Airlines has set up a new operating base in Chengdu, the capital of southwest China's Sichuan province.
The carrier already operates a host of domestic routes from…
Air China to link Sydney with Chengdu
Air China has confirmed plans to launch a new direct service between Chengdu and Sydney.
At a press conference in Chengdu on Thursday, the airline revealed that the new route would…
Hilton Garden Inn kicks off major expansion in Chengdu
Hilton has opened its first Garden Inn-branded hotel in Chengdu, marking the start of a major roll-out in the city.
The new Hilton Garden Inn Chengdu Huayang, which is located in the…
Hyatt unveils first luxury hotel in Chengdu
Hyatt has continued to expand its presence in China with the launch of a new luxury hotel in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan province.
The new Grand Hyatt Chengdu marks Hyatt's debut…
Onyx signs second serviced residence in Chengdu
Thailand's Onyx Hospitality Group has signed a management agreement for a brand new serviced residence in Chengdu.
The new Shama Xiangnanli Chengdu is on track to open in 2017, when it…
Work starts on Chengdu’s second airport
Construction work started on Chengdu's new international airport on Friday 27 May.
Located near the town of Lujia, 50km from downtown Chengdu, the new Tianfu International Airport…
Hyatt debuts in Chengdu
Hyatt has opened the Grand Hyatt Chengdu, its first hotel southwest China's Sichuan province.
Located on the 10th to 39th floors of the Chicony Square building in the city's Jinjiang…
Wanda opens new luxury hotel in Chengdu
China's Wanda Hotels & Resorts has opened a new luxury property in Chengdu.
The new Wanda Reign Chengdu is located in the city’s business district, where South Renmin Road meets…
Air China plans direct Chengdu-Sydney flights
Air China intends to launch the first direct service between Sydney and Chengdu next year.
The airline has applied to Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) for permission to…
Hilton embarks on major expansion in Chengdu
Hilton has opened its first hotel in Chengdu, marking start of a period of significant expansion for the company in the fast-growing Chinese city.
The new 395-room Hilton Chengdu is…
World Routes heads to Chengdu
World Routes, the global aviation forum, will be held in Chengdu next year.
The baton was handed to the Chinese city at the end of this year's event in Durban.
The move to Chengdu…
Chengdu Airlines to welcome new Chinese jet
Chengdu Airlines will take delivery of the first ever COMAC ARJ21-700 aircraft in November 2015, marking the commercial debut of the new Chinese-made regional jet.
Two models of the…
Etihad, Alitalia host the Chengdu week at Expo Milano
In a recent development, Etihad Airways along with Alitalia hosted the official ‘Chengdu Week’ event. The showcase was held at the Expo Milano 2015 joint pavilion.
These events will…
Air China to link Chengdu with Paris
Air China has applied for permission to launch direct flights between Chengdu and Paris.
In a statement on the website of Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), the aviation…
China Eastern links LA with Chengdu and Nanjing
China Eastern Airlines has launched a new service connecting Los Angeles with two Chinese cities: Chengdu and Nanjing - the respective capitals of Sichuan and Jiangsu provinces.
The…
Work on Chengdu’s new airport to start in 2015
The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) has confirmed plans to build a second airport to serve Chengdu, the capital of southwest China’s Sichuan province.
Chengdu's…
Xiamen Airlines flies Dreamliner to Chengdu
Xiamen Airlines has started flying its new Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft to Chengdu, the capital of southwest China's Sichuan province.
The new service commenced today (10 February…
China approves Chengdu’s second airport
China’s central government has given the green light for the construction of a second airport in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan province.
Located in Jianyang, approximately 52km…
Lucky Air sets up base in Chengdu
Lucky Air, which is based in the Chinese city of Kunming, will launch operations from Chengdu next year.
The carrier, which is partly owned by Hainan Airlines, will base several…
Air China to link Colombo with Chengdu
Air China will expand its operations in South Asia next year with the launch of a new route to Colombo.
Commencing in early February 2015, the Chinese national carrier will operate…
St Regis debuts in Chengdu
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has celebrated the grand opening of the St Regis Chengdu.
Launching exactly 110 years after the first ever St Regis hotel opened in New York, the new…
Lucky Air to create Chengdu base
Lucky Air, the Kunming-based subsidiary of Hainan Airlines, has announced plans to launch a base at Chengdu’s Shuangliu International Airport.
Currently, the airline offers flights to…
United adds Dreamliner flights to Chengdu
United Airlines has launched new Boeing 787 Dreamliner service between San Francisco Chengdu, the capital of southwest China's Sichuan province.
The new route makes United the first…
BA’s Chengdu launch a ‘whirlwind’ as city takes over London
British Airways has described its Chengdu launch as a ‘whirlwind’ as the city looks to increase awareness among British holidaymakers and business travellers.
The airline boosted its…
Chengdu to take over London with sales mission
A delegation from the Chinese city of Chengdu are visiting the UK next week on a sales mission to boost travel and business into the city.
A series of consumer, trade and media events…
BA’s Dreamliner touches down in Chengdu
British Airways has launched its Boeing 787 Dreamliner on the route between London and Chengdu.
The new aircraft touched down at the Sichuan capital's Shuangliu International Airport…
Renaissance arrives in Chengdu
Marriott has opened its first Renaissance Hotel in Chengdu, the capital of southwest China's Sichuan province.
The new Renaissance Chengdu Hotel is centrally located on the South…
Fairmont launches Chengdu residences
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has opened a new residential property in Chengdu.
The Fairmont Chengdu Residences forms part of a new mixed-use development that will also include the…
Lucky Air sets up base in Chengdu
Lucky Air, which operates flights from the Chinese city of Kunming, has launched operations from its new base in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan province.
Last month, the airline…
Etihad goes daily to Chengdu
Etihad Airways will increase the frequency of its Abu Dhabi-Chengdu service from five flights per week to daily later this month.
The airline launched flights to the capital of…
Ritz-Carlton opens in Chengdu
Marriott's luxury hotel brand, Ritz-Carlton, has opened its first property in Chengdu, the capital of southwest China's Sichuan province.
Located in a 41-storey high-rise building,…
Qatar launches Chengdu flight
Middle East carrier Qatar Airways began its Chengdu route today, the company’s sixth destination in China.
The Airbus A330 was welcomed by a traditional waterhose salute after completing…
Qatar Airways to launch Chengdu flights
Qatar Airways will finally commence flights to Chengdu next month - almost six months after they were initially due to launch.
The airline had intended to start flying to Sichuan's…
M&C expands in Chengdu
Millennium & Copthorne Hotels (M&C) has announced the expansion of its Chinese portfolio with the addition of the M Hotel Chengdu.
Marking the international debut of the M…
Accor brings Mercure to Chengdu
Accor has continued the expansion of its Chinese Mercure brand, Mei Jue, with the launch of a new property in Chengdu.
The Mercure Chengdu North opened this week, becoming Accor’s…
Qatar Airways delays Chengdu launch
Qatar Airways has postponed the launch of flights to Chengdu.
The carrier was due to commence flights to the Chinese city on 19 March 2013, but said that the continued grounding of…
British Airways to launch Chengdu flights
British Airways is to operate flights between Heathrow and Chengdu from September, it has announced.
The carrier will fly three times a week on the route from 22 September 2013 using a…
BA to fly to Chengdu
British Airways has announced plans to launch a new direct service to the Chinese city of Chengdu.
Commencing 22 September 2013, the UK's national carrier will operate three weekly flights…
Ritz-Carlton to open in Chengdu
Ritz-Carlton has revealed that it will open its first hotel in Chengdu in summer 2013.
The Ritz-Carlton Chengdu will be located in the Sichuan capital's Tianfu Square commercial district.…
Sichuan Airlines to connect Chengdu and Melbourne
Sichuan Airlines is expected to launch direct services between Chengdu and Melbourne, according to a statement from Tourism Australia.
Though no precise details were given, the agency is…
Kosmopolito to launch Grand Dorsett in Chengdu
Kosmopolito Hotels International (KHI) will bring its upscale Grand Dorsett brand to the Chinese city of Chengdu next month.
Opening in September 2012, the Grand Dorsett Chengdu will be…
PATA Travel Marts heads to Chengdu
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has revealed that the PATA Travel Mart 2013 will be held in Chengdu. The event will mark the fourth time the annual travel trade show has been…
Ascott expands in Chengdu
Serviced residence operator Ascott has secured a contract to manage its third property in Chengdu.
The new Ascott Raffles City Chengdu will open in 2013, forming part of the Raffles…
Chengdu panda base hosts London event
A panda breeding centre in China yesterday launched international Panda Awareness Week (PAW) in London.
The event saw 108 costumed pandas performing a tai-chi inspired dance in the middle…
Mandarin Oriental to open in Chengdu
Mandarin Oriental has signed a management agreement for a new luxury hotel in Chengdu.
Currently under development, the Mandarin Oriental Chengdu will form part of a mixed-use development…
Waldorf Astoria Chengdu due for 2016 opening
Hilton Worldwide has announced the signing of a management agreement with Chengdu Yincheng Property for western China’s first Waldorf Astoria branded hotel in Chengdu, capital of Sichuan…
Chengdu expands international partnership network
Jiuzhaigou National Park is one of the many attractions in Sichuan Province
Chengdu authorities are rapidly expanding their international partnership network to raise the destination's…
AirAsia X agrees marketing deal with Chengdu Tourism
AirAsia X has signed a deal with Chengdu Tourism to help promote travel to the destination. This strategic partnership will include numerous joint marketing efforts and advertising…
Chengdu Airport selects Unisys systems
Chengdu Airport has selected Unisys Corporation to supply its core operational systems. The deal will see Unisys provide the Airport Operational Database (AODB) and the Flight Information…
PATA signs Chengdu MoU
PATA has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Chengdu Culture & Tourism Development Group (CCTDG). The deal, sealed today at the PATA Travel Mart in New Delhi, will see…
Oakwood adds new property in Chengdu
Oakwood has expanded its portfolio in China with the addition of a new serviced residence in Chengdu, Sichuan province. The 237-unit Oakwood Residence Funder Chengdu, located on the city's…
Chengdu to open heritage park
The new International Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Expo Park will open in Chengdu, in China's Sichuan province, in May this year. Located at the city's Qingyang…
ANA to launch flights to Chengdu
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has announced that it will launch a new service connecting Tokyo's Narita airport with Chengdu, the capital of China's Sichuan province. From 19 June 2011,…
Air China offers Chengdu transit tours
Air China has launched its first transit tourism services for international travelers, giving those with time to kill transiting through Chengdu Shuangliu Airport a chance to experience…
China Eastern adds base in Chengdu
China Eastern Airlines has set up a base in Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province, the Shanghai Daily has reported. The Shanghai-based carrier plans to base 30 aircraft at Chengdu's…
Tibet Hotel Chengdu joins WORLDHOTELS
(Hong Kong, 13 April 2010) - Styled after the famous Potala Palace in Lhasa, the iconic Tibet Hotel Chengdu has become the first hotel in South West China to join WORLDHOTELS…
Ascott brings Somerset brand to Chengdu
Singapore, 5 April 2010 - CapitaLand's wholly-owned serviced residence business unit, The Ascott Limited (Ascott), has expanded into Chengdu, China, with its latest property in the country -…
Regal Master Hotel opens in Chengdu
Regal Master Hotel, Regal Hotels International's latest and the first hotel property in Chengdu, had its soft opening on 16 January 2010.The "Regal has Landed" in Chengdu as said…
AirAsia X launches Kuala Lumpur – Chengdu Flights
AirAsia has launched flights between Kuala Lumpur and Chengdu. This new service is operated by AirAsia X, the low cost long-haul airline affiliate of AirAsia. Azran Osman Rani…
Iconic London cabs come to Millennium Chengdu
If you where asked the question, What does Millennium Hotel Grosvenor Square, Mayfair;, Millennium Hotel Sloane street Knightsbridge, Millennium Hotel…
AirAsia X to start Chengdu flights
AirAsia X will continue its expansion into China with a new route connecting Kuala Lumpur to Chengdu. Starting from 20 October, AirAsia X will launch four weekly flights on the route…
Chengdu offers tourist cards
The Chengdu Tourism Bureau is offering 1.5 million CNY1 (14 US cents) sightseeing card which will give them free access to 11 tourist spots in and around the city.The Panda Gold Card is a…
Chengdu commences airport project
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport has started construction on its second runway and new terminal project, the Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation has reported. The CNY13 billion…
Jinjiang to expand in Chengdu
The Jinjiang Hotel Chengdu, in the capital of China's Sichuan province, is investing CNY400 million (US$58.5 million) to build a 26-storey building in the city, China Daily has reported.…
Air China launches Chengdu-Lhasa night flights
Air China has announced the launch of its first night-time flight from Chengdu, Sichuan province, to Lhasa, Tibet, the Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation has reported. The…
Chengdu to start work on second runway
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport in China's Sichuan province, has confirmed its second runway will start construction work next month, the Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation has…
Shenzhen Airlines to set up base in Chengdu
Shenzhen Airlines plans to commence new daily services from Chengdu to Kunming, Guiyang and Guangzhou by the end of this month, the Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation has reported. The carrier…
Shangri-La in Chengdu
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts has opened a new hotel in China's Chengdu, the group's first hotel in southwest China.
The 593-room Shangri-La Hotel, Chengdu, is a 25-minute drive from…
Regal Hotels plans Chengdu hotel
It will be launched at the beginning of next year and open in phases from 2009, China Hospitality News reported.
Trip.com Group hosts China Traveler’s Forum
Trip.com Group hosts its China Traveler's Forum (CTF) in Wenzhou, China, on March 17, 2023, focusing on the post-pandemic future of Chinese tourism, and promoting world-class tourism…
New Hong Kong Airlines Flight to Beijing Daxing Airport
by: Harry Johnson |
Hong Kong Airlines first airline in Hong Kong to operate service to Daxing and both international airports in Beijing
Full article: New Hong Kong Airlines Flight to…
ITB Berlin 2023 deeper meaning for WTN, UNWTO and Georgia
by: Juergen T Steinmetz |
The first ITB travel trade exhibition after COVID is about to open in Berlin, Germany, Georgia style. There may be a deeper reason behind it.
Full article: ITB…
THAI to operate flights to 5 destinations in China from March 2023
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) will operate 14 weekly flights to five destinations in the People’s Republic of China after the country’s border reopening
Trip.com Group sees surge in mainland China travel bookings ahead of Lunar New Year period
Trip.com Group, the leading global travel service provider, has seen mainland Chinese demand for travel continue to surge in the run-up to the Lunar New Year holiday season. This comes…
The end of China’s zero-Covid policy is fuelling flight bookings
China’s decision to ditch its zero-Covid policy has triggered a surge in flight bookings, according to the latest data from ForwardKeys.
On 7 December, Chinese authorities announced…
Cathay Pacific welcomes quarantine-free travel and will more than double its flights to the Chinese Mainland
Cathay Pacific welcomes the Hong Kong SAR Government’s latest measures to facilitate quarantine-free travel between Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland, as well as the lifting of transit…
Global transformation of Sheraton Hotels & Resorts gains momentum throughout Greater China
With 2022 coming to a close, the transformation of Sheraton Hotels & Resorts continues to build momentum across the globe, with Greater China now featuring eight properties exemplifying…
Trip.com Group data shows outbound flight bookings surge from Mainland China
On the morning of 27 Dec , Trip.com Group, recorded a staggering 254% increase in mainland China's outbound flight bookings compared to a day earlier.
Hyatt to expand independent collection brands in key global destinations through 2025
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the continued global growth of its Independent Collection brands, including recent openings and a strong development pipeline through 2025 across The…
Dujiangyan flourishes as a model for ecological civilization
Dujiangyan city in Sichuan province, an important ecological center in the upper reaches of the Yangtze River, has taken ecological civilization as a priority and promoted urban development…
Hotel Arts Barcelona appoints Pascha Bhatti as Director of Operations
The iconic urban retreat Hotel Arts Barcelona is pleased to announce the appointment of Pascha Bhatti as Director of Operations. In his new role, The Ritz-Carlton veteran will handle all the…
Wildlife tourism market to reach USD135 Billion in 2022: FMI
The wildlife tourism market is projected to reach USD 219.9 Billion in 2032 and USD 135 Billion in 2022. Its projected to grow at robust 5% CAGR during 2022-2032.
China discourages travel as it locks down 65 million
China has locked down 65 million of its citizens under tough COVID-19 restrictions and is discouraging travel during upcoming national holidays.
The Absence Of Chinese Carriers In Australia Raises Airfares To Europe
To experience Europe’s late summer beauties, consider flying to Paris in the middle of September for a three-week vacation. From Melbourne or Sydney, you may expect to pay between $3500…
Airbus goes to China to develop new aircraft lifecycle facility
Airbus has signed a memorandum of understanding with the city of Chengdu and Tarmac Aerosave for the development of the first aircraft “lifecycle” service centre in China
Flight bookings in China increase 70% for Spring Festival
The 2022 Spring Festival travel rush has kicked off as the first day of the 40-day travel season ending on February 25 saw transportation of 780,000 passengers.
Dragon Boat Festival’s booking data shows steady domestic recovery in China: Trip.com
Trip.com Group has released its 2021 Dragon Boat festival data highlights, which reveal a continuing stable recovery of China's domestic travel market
Etihad might already need to give its crew the booster shot
The world’s first COVID-19 vaccinated airline might already need to give its pilots and flight attendants booster shots.
Top 3 predictions for travel in Asian market
Here are the three predictions on the 'who', 'what', 'where', 'when', how' and 'why' of travel.
Covid-induced, technology-enabled innovations reshaping future of business conferences and events
The alliance with Riviera is the latest move by The Delivering Group to form a powerful coalition of sales, marketing, PR, digital, distribution solutions providers targeting the travel and…
Full recovery of Chinese domestic air travel predicted in September
Travel industry experts are predicting that domestic air travel in China, which has been recovering progressively in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, will reach a full recovery by the…
ITB announces industry meet up in seven cities across China
ITB China Industry MeetUp is designed to help industry recover from economic post-Covid-19 fallout, providing unique opportunities for industry professionals to get updated on latest trend…
China’s hotel industry data show early signs of recovery
Mainland China’s daily hotel occupancy reached an absolute level of 31.8% on 28 March, up from a low of 7.4% during the first week of February, according to preliminary data from STR.…
Qatar Airways Cargo returns to destinations in China
Qatar Airways Cargo announced it will resume scheduled belly-hold cargo operations to China with the utilisation of wide-body and passenger-configurated aircraft. The additional cargo…
Hilton rings in Lunar New Year with release of ‘Room 702’ episode focused on education in China
Timed to coincide with the Lunar New Year 2020 on 25 January, Hilton has released the latest instalment of its acclaimed ‘Room 702’ video docuseries, profiling Nick Li, manager of safety…
Budapest strengthens Chinese connection
Just six months after its inaugural service with Shanghai Airlines took off, Budapest Airport has announced the addition of two other Chinese destinations on its route map. Following…
China’s hotel markets remain strong amidst US trade war
Global analytics and benchmarking company STR has reported that China's hotel markets are projected to grow in 2020 despite a challenging macroeconomic environment.
Passenger traffic rise in APAC and Middle East
Passenger traffic in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East recorded growth in October at 1.1% and 5.2% respectively, according to Airports Council International (ACI) Asia-Pacific.
China’s…
PATA Travel Mart 2020 heads to Leshan in Sichuan, China
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is set to organise PATA Travel Mart (PTM) 2020 in Leshan, Sichuan, China from 3-6 September. The event will be hosted by the Leshan Culture,…
How Hilton hotels are celebrating Christmas this year
Instead of opting for conventional festivities, these Hilton hotels in APAC are celebrating while also clocking in some good karma points.
China adds Xian, Ningbo, and Chongqing in 144-hour visa-free travel ports
Travellers will have more options gaining entry in China as the country added Xian, Ningbo, and Chongqing to its growing list of 144-hour visa-free travel ports.
China sees sharp increase in National Day travel
Transportation company headquartered in Beijing, Didi Chuxing, has released a summary of the travel data for the 2019 National Day holiday that commemorated the 70th anniversary of the…
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…
More Chinese opt for travel during family reunion festival
An ever-increasing number of Chinese celebrated the mid-autumn festival, a traditional holiday for family get-together by travelling. This was revealed by data from online travel agency…
“Quarter of rooms under construction in APAC carry a Hilton flag”: Matt Fry, Hilton
In August Hilton announced that by the middle of 2019 the company has signed up 120 new hotels in APAC Keen to discover more I spoke to the Hilton's SVP of development in Asia, Matt Fry to…
Asia’s top ten cities for meetings & events
CWT M&E, CWT’s MICE division, has unveiled its top ten of the best locations for holding meetings and events in the Asia Pacific, ahead of the publication of WT’s 2020 Meetings &…
China’s hotel construction pipeline continues to expand despite economic slowdown
Analysts at Lodging Econometrics (LE) reported that at the end of the first half of 2019, China’s total construction pipeline swelled to 2,991 projects or 592,884 rooms, up 19% by…
WebBeds to boost international visitor arrivals to Sichuan
WebBeds has sealed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sichuan Tourism Investment JinJiang Hotel (STIJH) to promote the south-western Chinese province across its global network of…
IndiGo to enter Vietnam, expand in China
After rapidly expanding its presence in Asia, Europe and the Middle East, IndiGo plans to add destinations such as Hanoi and Chengdu to its flight schedule from September quarter…
China summer bookings jump manifold in Airbnb Plus
Airbnb Plus, an up-market tier of homestay rentals platform Airbnb, has had a more than six-fold increase in summer bookings for China amid surging demand.
Destinations close to…
Etihad upgrades aircraft on key Asian routes
Etihad has added capacity to several of its key Asian routes, adding larger aircraft onto its flights to Chengdu, Seoul and Shanghai.
The carrier’s daily Abu Dhabi-Chengdu route has…
OYO partners with Meituan Hotels to extend reach in China
OYO Hotels and Homes has announced a year-long strategic partnership with Meituan, one of China's leading e-commerce platforms.
Hainan Airlines eyes foreign skies, aims to launch 40 international routes by 2022
By 2022, Hainan Airlines will launch more than 40 new international flights that depart from Hainan province. Hainan Airlines Holding, China's fourth-largest carrier and the largest…
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…
China’s hotel pipeline intensifies, up 15% by projects
Analysts at Lodging Econometrics (LE) have reported that China’s hotel pipeline continues to expand 15% by projects and 8% by rooms year-over-year (YOY).
Hot hotel openings: “Guitar pick” buildings, new wonders and more
On this week’s hotel roundup, the biggest brands go mano y mano with full-scale transformations, new villas, a building shaped like a guitar pick and more.
The fastest-growing operator in China according to Asian Sky Group
Business jet management company Sino Jet is now the fastest growing operator in China according to statistics released by Asian Sky Group at ABACE2019.
Travel tech this week: Trip.com heads down under and more
This week, we saw new partnerships in travel and Trip.com launching in Australia.
China’s hotel construction pipeline hits all-time high
According to analysts at industry consulting partner Lodging Econometrics, China's hotel construction pipeline remains strong with record-breaking figures.
Air China moves direct flight service to London Heathrow
China’s largest air carrier to the UK, Air China, will move its direct service between Chengdu and Beijing from London Gatwick to London Heathrow.
Like Chuxing raises ‘tens of millions’ of funding
Chinese car-sharing start-up Like Chuxing reportedly has secured “tens of millions” of dollars for its series B+ round of financing from a group of investors including Ant Financial, the…
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.
Hidden China: Uncovering secret spots with travel expert Amy Fabris-Shi
Air China has teamed up with travel expert and author Amy Fabris-Shi, who listed the top five places that Brits should put on their 2019 travel bucket list.
10 million reasons for Thai tourism to celebrate 2018
Following months of crisis management and initiatives from the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), there are reasons for the market to be cheerful as the year draws to a close, when the…
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.
The rise of Asia’s second-tier cities as the new go-to place for tourists
Mastercard has released the Mastercard Asia Pacific Destinations Index (APDI) 2018 — revealing the most preferred travel destinations in Asia.
Air China says China is the top travel destination for 24% of Brits
Air China has uncovered that almost a quarter of Brits (24%) have China as their top travel destination on their bucket list.
“Independents are the true pioneers of the future in travel”: Preferred Hotels’ MD
Last week in the first part of my interview with Josephine Lim – MD of Preferred Hotels in Southeast Asia -- we discussed what it takes to become a member of the prestigious group and its…
Direct Booking Summit: “China is the Wild West of hotel distribution”
Ahead of the Direct Booking Summit in Singapore next February, Triptease has spoken with Chetan Patel, VP for strategic marketing & e-commerce at ONYX Hospitality Group.
Wharf Hotels opens “landmark” property at chic Changsha address
Hong Kong hospitality management firm Wharf Hotels declared its latest project, the Niccolo Changsha hotel in the capital city of Hunan Province, officially open this week with symbolic…
“China remains a priority” as Rosewood adds four to Asian network
Hong Kong based luxury hospitality group Rosewood Hotel Group is stepping up its Asia expansion with the opening of four new properties in China, Southeast Asia and India, they announced…
AirAsia strengthens Chinese coverage with beefed up Malaysian connections
AirAsia has announced it will be pushing further into China with the launch a new direct service connecting Kuala Lumpur, in Malaysia, to Tianjin from 29 October this year.
Sibling rivalry: 7 reasons why Emirates-Etihad merger will not happen
Rumours of the possible Emirates-Etihad merger made news last week. Some analysts claimed that it will be the deal of the decade, if it could be pulled off. We dig in.
“Chinese visitors are coming in big numbers to Yas Island”: MeetChina 2018 organisers
The seventh edition of Meet China brought together a host of the country’s top-tier travel buyers and key suppliers from across the UAE.
Record numbers set to attend MeetChina forum on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Two-day forum on Yas Island – Abu Dhabi is set to welcome 85 top tier travel buyers from China and 75 suppliers from across the MENA region.
Waldorf Astoria Bangkok: Thai capital’s biggest hotel launch of 2018
Hilton, Asia Pacific has announced the biggest hotel launch in Bangkok for 2018 this morning with the official grand opening of the Waldorf Astoria Bangkok.
China to host first World Food Tourism Conference
The first World Food Tourism Conference will be held in China's Panda paradise Chengdu on 5-6 September 2018 simultaneously with the Travel Trade Market 2018 (TTM).
Co-organised by Europe…
Going solo? Riviera Travel has you covered with tours and cruises for 2019
UK escorted tour and river cruise company Riviera Travel unveils its new “For Solo Travellers” collection featuring destinations such as China, Morocco, Sicily, Madeira and the Dalmatian…
Ctrip tracks record-breaking growth in Chinese outbound tourism
Chinese tourists and their money have continued to go places in 2017, according to Ctrip and the China Tourism Academy (CTA). The leading OTA of the People's Republic of China and the…
Hilton achieves landmark performance in APAC region
In 2017, Hilton achieved breakthrough growth and expansion in the Asia Pacific region with 40 new hotels opened. It now has a total of 220 hotels in operation with 415 still in the pipeline.
ONYX sign top Chinese developers to push Shama brand
Thailand-based ONYX Hospitality Group and Sincere Holdings Group, the Chinese real estate company, have announced the formation of a strategic partnership, aiming to boost the serviced…
Bullet train trialled on ‘path to heaven’
The trial run of a bullet train from Chengdu, Sichuan province, to Xi’an in neighboring Shaanxi province took about four hours on Wednesday morning, cutting travel time between the cities by…
Take the plunge with Atlantis Sanya’s underwater suites
Atlantis Sanya, the aquapark and resort, has announced its plans for a number of signature and underwater suites to guests staying at this unusual destination accomodations. The resort is to…
Philippine Airlines to jet between Cebu and Bangkok
Following public demand for direct non-stop flights from Asian destinations to the Central Visayas, home of the white sands of Cebu, in the Philippines, Philippine Airlines will be opening a…
Philippine Airlines launches B777-300ER on London-Manila route
Philippine Airlines has launched the new B777-300ER aircraft on the London - Manila route.
While the inaugural flight left Heathrow on 19 September, daily flights for the B777-300ER start…
Lucky Air to fly from Helsinki Airport
The role of Helsinki Airport as a hub between Europe and Asia strengthens as Chinese Lucky Air commences flights to Finland in winter 2018. Finavia, the Finnish airport operator, has…
Q&A with Justin Banon, director, Priority Pass
What are the membership benefits with Priority Pass?
When we launched in 1992, we were the first company in the world to offer airport lounge access to travellers, regardless of the…
Western China gets connected to New York
Western China will get two new connections to New York this winter, as Hainan Airlines continues to expand its trans-Pacific network.
On 20 October 2017, the Chinese carrier will launch…
International Students Find Second Home as They Explore Western China on a Culture Exchange Program
In Sichuan province, which is located 1,200 miles away from Beijing, students from 10 different countries ventured into China's west, to Ganzi and Aba, which make up the country's second…
Preferred adds nine hotels in Asia Pacific
Preferred Hotels & Resorts has continued to expand its global collection of properties with the addition of 23 new member hotels, nine of which are located in the Asia Pacific…
Asian air route updates from Thai Smile, Lao Airlines, Jetstar and more
Thai Smile flies to Lucknow
Where? Bangkok (Thailand) to Lucknow (India)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? Thai Smile
Why? Thai Airways' regional subsidiary taps…
Hilton opens 200th hotel in Asia Pacific
Hilton Worldwide has opened Waldorf Astoria Chengdu, the company's 200th hotel in Asia Pacific.
Located in the capital of western China's Sichuan province, the new 289-room luxury…
W Hotels kicks off major expansion in China
W Hotels has opened its new flagship property in Shanghai, kicking off a major expansion of its portfolio in China.
The new W Shanghai The Bund, which is located on the North Bund between…
Etihad Airways and China Southern Airlines announce codeshare partnership
Etihad Airways and China Southern Airlines have announced a new codeshare partnership, which comes into effect on 22 June 2017.
Under the agreement, China Southern Airlines will put its…
Chinese hotel development starts to accelerate
Hotel construction in China could start to accelerate again in the coming years, new data has revealed.
China has the Asia Pacific region’s largest hotel pipeline, but it has been…
China Southern pens partnership with Etihad
China Southern Airlines has formed a new codeshare partnership with Etihad Airways.
Effective immediately, the new agreement will see China Southern place its 'CZ' code on Etihad's…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Garuda, KLM, AirAsia and more…
Bali gets another Chinese connection
Where? Bali (Indonesia) to Chengdu (China)
When? Three times a week, effective 22 May 2017
Who? Garuda Indonesia
Why? Part of the Indonesian…
Chinese visitor numbers to Sharjah surge 63% in 2016
Sharjah hotels and hotel apartments registered a 63 percent increase in visitors from China during 2016 according to new figures from Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority…
China to build 136 new airports
The Chinese government will construct 136 new airports by 2025, it has been revealed.
The China Daily cited "government sources" as revealing the plans on Wednesday, saying that the new…
Asia’s mega-populations drive hotel development
Asia's three most populous countries also now have the region's largest hotel development pipelines.
According to the latest monthly report from STR, there are now a combined total of…
Asian air route updates: Malindo’s new Australian route, West Air flies to Japan, and more…
New Macau charters for Cambodia Angkor Air
Where? Sihanoukville (Cambodia) to Macau (China)
When? Twice a week, effective immediately
Who? Cambodia Angkor Air
Why? New charter service…
AccorHotels confirms signing of two new Mercure hotels
AccorHotels has made two new Mercure signings, the Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel in Watlington M4 J6 (Oxfordshire), and the Mercure Hunton Park Watford M25 (Hertfordshire).
Both…
Thai Lion Air targets trade with Amadeus
Thai Lion Air is aiming to enhance its travel trade sales by distributing its content via the GDS with Amadeus.
The Bangkok-based low-cost carrier is making its fares and inventory…
Western China to get new LA links
A pair of new air routes will soon start connecting Los Angeles with the two largest cities in Western China.
Hainan Airlines is planning to launch new trans-Pacific services from…
Asian air route updates: Tigerair Taiwan, Sichuan Airlines and more
Jeju gets new budget service from Taiwan
Where? Taipei (Taiwan) to Jeju, pictured (South Korea)
When? Twice a day, effective 28 March 2017
Who? Tigerair Taiwan
Why? Low-cost carrier…
Asian hotel development speeds up in 2017
The number of new hotel rooms under construction across the Asia Pacific region at the start of 2017 is significantly higher than it was at the beginning of last year, new data has…
Chinese demand “fills gaps” in seasonal Samui
A rising number of direct flights from mainland China is helping the Thai island of Koh Samui fill the gaps in its traditionally seasonal tourism sector, a new report has found.…
Asian air route updates: Uzbekistan Airways, Jetstar, Tibet Airlines and more
New link between biggest cities in Uzbekistan and Pakistan
Where? Tashkent (Uzbekistan) to Lahore (Pakistan)
When? Twice a week, effective immediately
Who? Uzbekistan Airways
Why?…
Marco Polo develops new flagship hotel in home city
Marco Polo Hotels has revealed plans to launch its new luxury brand, Niccolo, in its home city of Hong Kong.
The project will see the historic Murray Building in Hong Kong's Central…
Asian air route updates: Thai Lion Air, S7 Airlines, and more…
Thai Lion roars into Western China
Where? Bangkok (Thailand) to Chengdu (China)
When? Daily, effective 1 March 2017
Who? Thai Lion Air
Why? Mainly serving rising Chinese tourist…
Ethiopian Airlines plans Asian treble
Ethiopian Airlines will add three more Asian destinations to its route map in the first half of 2017.
The national carrier will start flying to Singapore, Jakarta and Chengdu as part…
Chinese expect virtual theme parks
The majority of Chinese theme park visitors expect to be able to enjoy virtual or augmented reality rides and interact with robots in future, a new report has found.
The survey by Omnico…
Hainan Airlines covers Italy with new codeshare
Hainan Airlines has formed a new partnership with Alitalia that will provide Chinese travellers with connections to multiple destinations across Italy.
The Chinese carrier already…
ANA to add third daily Jakarta flight
ANA has announced plans to launch a third daily flight to Jakarta this summer.
Commencing on 1 August 2017, the Japanese carrier will introduce a second daily service from Tokyo's…
Garuda eyes new routes for Chinese New Year
Garuda Indonesia is planning to take advantage of the booming Chinese outbound travel market by launching a series of new charter flights over the Lunar New Year holiday period.
The…
AccorHotels reaches major milestone in China
AccorHotels has reached a significant Asian development milestone with the opening of its 200th property in China.
The landmark was achieved with the launch of the Fairmont Chengdu, which…
Asian air route updates: Lion Air, Thai Smile and more
Who's flying where? All is revealed with our round-up of the latest new air routes...
Beach boost for western China
Where? Bali (Indonesia) to Chengdu (China)
When? Four times a…
Etihad teams up with Uniway to boost Chinese tourism to Morocco
Etihad Airways has announced the “1,000 Chinese Visitors to Morocco” campaign with Beijing Yougo World International Travel Service Co. Ltd. (Uniway), the largest Chinese tour operator…
BA responds to cabin crew strike threat
British Airways has expressed its “extreme disappointment” over the decision by cabin crew to threaten strike action over the Christmas to New Year period.
In a statement, the airline…
BA celebrates four years at Leeds Bradford Airport
British Airways is celebrating four years at Leeds Bradford Airport with news that more than half a million customers have flown to London and beyond from the heart of Yorkshire.
The…
Sichuan Airlines launches new link to LA
Sichuan Airlines has launched a new trans-Pacific service to Los Angeles.
The new service, which commenced on 6 December 2016, will operate twice a week (Tuesdays and Saturdays) from…
Qatar Airways adds Chinese payment option
Qatar Airways has started allowing Chinese passengers to pay for their flights using UnionPay credit and debit cards.
With more than 5.8 billion cards issued globally, UnionPay is an…
UK harnesses power of Alitrip to lure Chinese visitors
The UK is aiming to increase the number of Chinese visitors it attracts by partnering with Alitrip, the tourism arm of the Alibaba Group.
The tie-up between VisitBritain and Alitrip,…
VisitBritain celebrates growth in Chinese tourism arrivals
VisitBritain has celebrated its milestone partnerships with Hainan Airlines (HNA Group) and Alitrip, Alibaba Group’s tourism arm, in China.
Both partnerships have been established…
Hainan Airlines wants to launch London flights
Hainan Airlines has applied for permission to launch its first flights to London next year.
If the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) approves the bid, the Chinese carrier…
China’s Sichuan Airlines adds more flights to Nepal
Sichuan Airlines has applied for permission to link two more Chinese cities with Nepal.
The Chengdu-based has requested permission from the Civil Aviation Administration of China…
Shanghai leads Asian hotel pipeline
Shanghai has more new hotel rooms under development than any other Asia Pacific city.
According to the latest pipeline report from STR, there are now 37 hotels comprising 8,762 rooms…
On The Go launches China itineraries
On The Go Tours has launched four new China tours.
Ranging from eight to 12 days, the newly curated itineraries are ideal for travellers who are looking to visit the lesser known parts of…
Malaysia Airlines makes major play in China
Malaysia Airlines has unveiled plans for a major expansion of its operations in China.
The national carrier will launch nine new Chinese routes in 2017, while also adding more…
USA hosts mega fam trip for Chinese tour operators
Brand USA has teamed up with United Airlines to host its first-ever mega fam trip for Chinese tour operators.
The event, which took place from 19-27 October 2016, saw operators from…
Lucky Air sets up base in Zhengzhou
Lucky Air, which is traditionally based in Kunming, has set up a new base in Zhengzhou, the capital of China's Henan province.
The carrier will initially base three single-aisle…
Garuda boosts Chinese connections from Bali
Garuda Indonesia will launch scheduled flights between Bali to Chengdu early next year, as it continues to expand its operations between China and the resort island.
Commencing on 15…
Sichuan Airlines to fly direct to Dubai
Sichuan Airlines will launch non-stop flights from Chengdu to Dubai later this year.
Commencing on 14 December 2016, the new service will operate twice a week, departing Sichuan's…
Sichuan Airlines adds second Canadian route
Sichuan Airlines will launch its second service to Canada next month.
Effective 11 November 2016, the Chinese carrier will start operating twice weekly flights from Chengdu to…
Airbus takes A350 on Chinese tour
Airbus will embark on an 11-day tour of China this month, in an effort to promote its new A350 aircraft to the country's airlines.
The tour will kick off on 29 October and will visit…
Chinese airport shuts down body scanners
One of China's biggest airports has switched off its full-body scanners, after it was ruled that the radiation they emit could pose a risk to public health.
The West China Metropolis…
Bangkok reclaims “most-visited city” title
Bangkok has reclaimed its place as the world's most-visited city, ahead of London.
According to the 2016 MasterCard Global Destination Cities Index, which is based on projected full-year…
Sichuan Airlines orders Airbus A350s
China's Sichuan Airlines signed an agreement with two leasing companies for four new Airbus A350 aircraft.
The Chengdu-based carrier will take three A350s from AerCap and one from…
Wendy Wu debuts 2017/18 tours
Wendy Wu Tours has launched its new brochures for 2017/18.
For the first time, the operator has launched a dedicated Japan brochure with two new tours after the popularity of the…
Sydney expands Chinese links with new Hangzhou flights
The connections between mainland China and Sydney continue to multiply.
Just weeks after the announcements of new connections to the Australian city from Kunming, Chengdu and…
China Eastern to connect Kunming with Sydney
China Eastern Airlines will expand its long-haul route map from Kunming later this year, with the launch of the city's first ever flights to Australia.
Commencing on 24 November 2016,…
China Eastern adds three new Southeast Asian routes
China Eastern Airlines is introducing more flights to Southeast Asia, with three new routes connecting mainland China’s mega-cities with destinations in Thailand and the Philippines.…
BA adds five Chinese cities to route map
British Airways has significantly expanded its operations in China, following the signing of new partnership with one of the country's biggest airlines.
The new codeshare agreement…
Shanghai, Jakarta lead Asian hotel development
Shanghai and Jakarta have more new hotel rooms under construction than any other cities in the Asia Pacific region.
According to the latest data from STR, there are now 36 hotels…
China’s Sichuan Airlines starts flying to Prague
Sichuan Airlines, which is based in the Chinese city of Chengdu, has launched flights to Prague – only its second destination in Europe.
The new direct service to the Czech Republic…
China’s Qinghai province gets new high-speed rail link
China is extending its high-speed rail network to the western province of Qinghai.
Construction of the Chengdu-Xining high-speed line will commence by end of this year, stretching…
Tibet Airlines plans first European flights
Tibet Airlines is planning to launch its first ever flights to Europe.
The airline, which is backed by Air China, has applied to the Civil Administration of China (CAAC) for…
Sichuan Airlines plans NZ flights
Sichuan Airlines is planning to launch its first flights to New Zealand.
The Chengdu-based carrier has applied to the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) for permission to…
China Express goes international
China Express Airlines will launch its first ever international flights later this year.
The airline revealed several plans for several new routes including Guiyang-Hanoi,…
The latest industry appointments
GREG ALLAN has been named as Pan Pacific Hotels Group's new vice president of operations for ASEAN. A UK national, Allan has more than 30 years' experience including spells with Marriott…
SilkAir spreads wings in China
Singapore's SilkAir will continue to expand its network in China later this year, with the launch services to Fuzhou, the capital of the southestern province of Fujian.
Commencing on…
成都君悦酒店开业
7月16日，成都群光君悦酒店正式开幕，这是集团今年以来第三家饭店开幕。
成都群光君悦酒店隶属群光百货广场，坐落于成都群百广场的10楼至39楼，地处成都最繁华的商业核心春熙路商圈。这是凯悦集团（Hyatt）在成都的第1家饭店，其室内装修设计由屡获国际大奖的美国纽约季裕棠（Tony Chi）设计协会设计打造，备受市场瞩目。…
China’s Lucky Air adds Samui, Bali flights
Lucky Air, the Chinese carrier, has added new routes to two of Southeast Asia's most popular resort destinations.
On Saturday (23 July 2016), the airline launched a new service…
New Nepalese airline sells fares via Amadeus
Himalaya Airlines, the new Nepalese carrier, has started selling its fares via the GDS with Amadeus.
Under the new full content agreement, the Chinese-backed, Kathmandu-based carrier…
泰国Onyx酒店成都再添酒店
6月29日，国际领先的酒店管理运营商ONYX酒店集团与佳辰资本有限公司签署了一個全新的酒店管理项目，于成都推出服务式公寓品牌莎玛。此项协议将会提升ONYX酒店集团于区域內的物业总数至61家，包括20家正在筹备中的全新物业。
占据成都天府新区得天独厚的地理位置，成都莎玛佳辰象南里服务式公寓拥有252间客房，耸立于购物商圈象南里旁，整个发展项目计划于2017年开业。…
Chinese rail network to reach 150,000km
China's rail network will reach 150,000km by 2020, including 30,000km of high-speed lines, according to a comprehensive new plan revealed by the government this week.
Unveiled at a State…
China’s new passenger jet makes first commercial flight
A new Chinese passenger aircraft embarked on its first ever commercial flight on Tuesday (28 June).
The ARJ21, a twin-engined regional jet manufactured by Shanghai-based COMAC, has…
Airbus takes A350 on tour of China
Airbus will take its new A350 aircraft on a demo tour of China later this week.
Running from 25 June to 2 July, the eight-day trip will see the A350 fly to Beijing, Shanghai,…
Wanda Hotels reigns in Shanghai
Wanda Hotels & Resorts has launched its new flagship hotel in Shanghai.
Following a grand opening ceremony, the new Wanda Reign on the Bund welcomed its first guests on 18 June…
China Eastern plans new LA flights
China Eastern Airlines has applied for permission to launch a new route connecting Kunming with Los Angeles, via Qingdao.
If approved by the US Department of Transportation, flights…
Thailand harnesses power of Baidu to draw Chinese visitors
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has formed a new partnership with Baidu, the Chinese internet search giant, in an effort to attract more "quality" visitors from mainland China.…
Sichuan Airlines applies for first US flights
Sichuan Airlines is planning to launch flights to Los Angeles in the coming months, marking the Chinese airline's debut in the US mainland.
At present, Chengdu-based Sichuan Airlines…
Samui set for Chinese boom with new flights
The Thai resort island of Koh Samui could be set for an influx of Chinese visitors in future, with the launch of a series of new flights.
Tibet Airlines recently announced plans to…
Tibet Airlines goes international
Tibet Airlines will launch its first ever international flights next month.
The carrier will initially operate three weekly flights between Chengdu, in southwest China's Sichuan…
成都天府国际机场开建
5月27日上午，成都天府国际机场于简阳正式破土动工，预计将于2019年基本建成，2020年投入使用。
在该机场2019年年底投入使用时，第一批飞往该机场的航空将包括四川航空、中国国际航空、中国东方航空以及祥鹏航空。
天府国际机场航站楼总面积约为126万平方米，规划总用地面积约52平方公里。一期工程将按照满足2045年旅客吞吐量9000万人次，货邮吞吐量200万吨。…
New Chinese airline orders Dreamliners
Ruili Airlines, a new passenger carrier based in Kunming, southwest China, has signed an agreement for six Boeing 787 Dreamliners.
As part a ceremony held this week to mark the…
Hong Kong Airlines to launch first flights to New Zealand
Following the recent launch of its first ever flights to Australia, Hong Kong Airlines has now revealed plans to commence services to New Zealand.
On 10 November 2016, the airline…
Wendy Wu discounts 2016 Asian tours
Asia tour operator Wendy Wu Tours has launched its Big Asia Sale offering savings of up to £1000 per couple on fully escorted tours departing from June to December to China, Vietnam,…
United Airlines hits Silk Road with new route
United Airlines has continued to expand its operations in China with the launch of its first direct service to Xi’an, the country's former capital and ancient Silk Road city.
The first…
BA revives Inverness-LHR route
British Airways has launched direct flights between Inverness and London Heathrow.
The daily service reconnects the capital of the Highlands to Heathrow for the first time in almost a…
Frasers Hospitality enters multiple new Chinese markets
Frasers Hospitality, the Singapore-based serviced apartment operator, has unveiled plans to enter a series of new markets in China.
At the official opening of Fraser Place Tianjin,…
China Southern plans second Australian route from Shenzhen
China Southern Airlines has applied for permission to launch direct flights between Shenzhen and Melbourne.
If approved by the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), the new…
Sichuan Airlines to fly international from Kunming
Sichuan Airlines is planning a major expansion of its international network from Kunming, the capital of southwest China’s Yunnan province.
The carrier currently has a fleet of 13…
Marriott makes debut in Chinese industrial hub
Marriott International has expanded its portfolio in mainland China with the launch of its first ever hotel in Taizhou, an industrial city in the Yangtze Delta region.
The new…
Tibet Airlines goes international with new jets
Tibet Airlines will take delivery of its first ever twin-aisle aircraft this summer, in preparation for the launch of international flights.
The Lhasa-based carrier, which is…
Alitalia to start flying to Beijing
Alitalia will launch a new direct service between Rome and Beijing this summer.
Commencing on 18 July 2016, the new route will operate four times a week, departing the Italian capital…
New airline to launch in Harbin
A new airline will take off from the Chinese city of Harbin this summer.
LJ Air is expected to take delivery of its first - a 212-seat, all-economy class Airbus A321 - on 18 May,…
Air China links Chongqing and Dubai
Air China has launched the first ever non-stop between Chongqing and Dubai.
The new service commenced on 2 April and will run three times a week using a 251-seat, two-class Airbus…
China Eastern Airlines flies to Prague
China Eastern Airlines will launch a new direct service to the Czech Republic this summer.
Commencing on 22 June 2016, the airline will offer three weekly flights between Shanghai and…
Xiamen Airlines to fly to LA
Xiamen Airlines is planning to launch direct flights to Los Angeles.
The Chinese carrier has applied to the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) for permission to launch four…
China’s Loong Air cleared for international flights
Loong Air, a new Chinese passenger airline based in Hangzhou, has received permission to launch international flights.
The former cargo carrier moved into the passenger sector in late…
TCA Abu Dhabi looks to grow its Chinese numbers
Abu Dhabi’s tourism industry is keen to expand its Chinese tourist numbers. In light of the growing interest, a senior delegation is headed to China visiting five major cities with a…
Tourico Holidays ramps up Asian talent search
Tourico Holidays is ramping up its recruitment efforts in Asia through its Tourico Travel Academy.
The global travel wholesaler has revealed that the number of Asia-based applicants…
Kunming’s Lucky Air to become an LCC
Lucky Air, the Kunming-based airline owned by the HNA Group, will become a low-cost carrier.
The airline, which is second only to China Eastern Airlines in terms of seat capacity in…
United, Air China join forces on trans-Pacific routes
United Airlines and Air China have signed a new agreement aimed at coordinating their operations between the US and China.
Building on an existing partnership, the new multi-year deal…
KLM flies Dreamliner to three Chinese cities
KLM will start flying its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner to three cities in China later this month.
On 27 March 2016, the Dutch national carrier will deploy the new long-haul jet on its…
Sichuan Airlines to resume Moscow flights
Chengdu-based Sichuan Airlines will resume its direct scheduled flights to Moscow next month.
Commencing on 30 April 2016, the Chinese airline will operate three weekly flights to the…
Delta to fly daily from LA to Beijing
Delta Air Lines will expand its Chinese operations later this year with the launch of a new direct daily flight between Los Angeles and Beijing.
Commencing on 16 December 2016, the…
New Chinese-backed airline prepares to launch in Nepal
A new Chinese-funded airline will launch flights from Kathmandu next month.
Himalaya Airlines is a joined venture between Nepalese investors and Tibet Airlines, the Lhasa-based…
Hangzhou to get first direct link to US
The Chinese city of Hangzhou will be connected to the US for the first time this summer, when United Airlines launches a new direct service from San Francisco.
Continuing the US carrier's…
Finland targets Chinese visitors with 13 new visa centres
Finland has stepped up its campaign to attract more Chinese tourists with the announcement of plans to launch of 13 new visa application centres in the country.
In spring 2016, the…
9,000 new hotel rooms coming to Shanghai
More than 9,000 new hotel rooms will be added to Shanghai's citywide inventory, when all 35 new hotels currently under construction in the city are opened.
According to the Asia…
Sichuan Airlines to fly to LA
Sichuan Airlines is planning to launch its first flights to Los Angeles this summer.
The Chengdu-based carrier has applied to the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) for…
Hainan Airlines to create first direct link from China to Calgary
Hainan Airlines will launch the first ever direct flights between China and the Canadian city of Calgary this summer.
Commencing on 20 June 2016, the new Beijing-Calgary route will be…
AccorHotels set to offload 85 hotels across Europe
Pursuing the transformation of HotelInvest's hotel portfolio, AccorHotels has revealed it has entered into exclusive negotiations with a new hotel investment company for the sale of 85 owned…
Cachet Hotels to enter Asian resort market
Hong Kong's Cachet Hotel Group (CHG) has unveiled plans to launch its first resorts in Asia.
The company, which currently operates two hotels in Shanghai and has a large pipeline of urban…
Hong Kong’s Cachet signs first US hotel
Cachet Hotel Group (CHG), the Hong Kong-based hospitality company, has signed its first ever property in the US.
The company has agreed a deal for the co-branding of the Westlake…
Saga launches China cruise tour
Saga has announced a new 17-night Grand Tour of China, which includes a four-night cruise on the Yangtze River.
The escorted tour begins with a two-night stay in Shanghai before guests…
Tibet Airlines adds new multiple new flights
Tibet Airlines is launching new scheduled flights to multiple Chinese cities this month.
On Thursday 7 January, the carrier commenced a new daily service from Tibet’s capital city,…
Chinese aviation bites, including three new airlines
Sichuan Airlines to link Chengdu with Prague
Sichuan Airlines has revealed plans to launch the first direct flights between Chengdu and Prague. Scheduled to commence as early as…
成都万达瑞华酒店开业
12月18日，成都万达瑞华酒店在成都正式亮相。这是万达瑞华在西南地区的首家酒店。
成都万达瑞华酒店坐落于市区繁忙的商务区，位于人民南路与锦江的交汇处。酒店的设计风格中演绎了“新中式Art Deco”装饰艺术，芙蓉花、川式花格、流苏、灯笼等天府之国独有的巴蜀文化元素都出现在了设计的细节中。…
Starwood opens first St Regis in Macau
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has brought its luxury St Regis brand to Macau, as part of the Sands China's integrated resort complex.
The new St Regis Macao Cotai Central becomes the…
Preferred adds four key properties to Asian collection
Preferred Hotels & Resorts has added four key Asian properties, including two as-yet-unopened hotels and its first Legend Collection properties in Bali and Shanghai.
The…
Onyx signs two new hotels in China
Thailand's Onyx Hospitality Group has added two hotels to its portfolio in China.
The first of the new properties will be the Shama Daqing Heilongjiang, which is scheduled to open in…
China delivers first new regional jet
China's domestic aircraft manufacturer, COMAC, has delivered its first ever ARJ21 regional jet.
The new ARJ21-700 aircraft was received by Chengdu Airlines on 29 November 2015,…
Sichuan Airlines to launch Singapore and Japan flights
Sichuan Airlines will launch its first ever flights to Singapore and Japan in January.
The Chengdu-based airline's international expansion will kick off on 18 January 2016, with the…
Ajman Palace hotel kicks off five-city China road show
In an effort to grow its share of the lucrative Chinese market, Ajman Palace hotel is participating in an exclusive roadshow in China.
The road show will be held from 8-25 November…
Starwood to launch first St Regis in Shanghai
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has signed an agreement to bring its luxury St Regis brand to Shanghai.
Scheduled for completion in early 2017, the new St Regis Shanghai Jingan will be…
Malaysia Airlines seals Chinese charter deal
Malaysia Airlines has entered into a partnership with Universal Charter to provide flights between Kota Kinabalu and mainland China.
Under the agreement, the airline will operate 180…
Air China boosts South Asian connections
Air China is planning to launch a series of new South Asian services, including flights to India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan and the Maldives.
On 25 October, the Chinese carrier will…
Capital Airlines to launch Madrid flights, and other Chinese aviation briefs
Beijing Capital Airlines has applied for the permission to launch direct flights to Madrid.
In a statement, the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) revealed that the carrier…
成都希尔顿酒店开业 未来将继续增加10座
近日，希尔顿全球和希尔顿酒店及度假村宣布成都希尔顿酒店正式开业，这是该全球酒店管理公司在中国成都市11家筹建酒店中的首家开业酒店。
成都希尔顿酒店拥有395间客房，位于成都高新技术产业开发区的中心，与快速扩展的天府软件园对望并靠近世纪城新国际会展中心。酒店距双流国际机场约15公里，离成都地铁也只有步行距离。
“成都是一座快速发展的城市，拥有许多发展潜力，”Bruce…
New flight connects Bangkok with China’s ice capital
A new air route will open later this year connecting Bangkok with Harbin, the city in northeast China that hosts the annual Ice Festival.
Spring Airlines, the Shanghai-based low-cost…
Russia, China to develop long-haul passenger plane
Russia and China are expected to sign an agreement for the joint development of a new wide-body passenger aircraft before the end of the year, it has been revealed.
Xinhua reported…
Frasers to double portfolio in China
Frasers Hospitality has said that it is on track to double its presence in China.
The Singapore-based serviced apartment operator is planning to grow to a collection of 30 properties…
China’s Sichuan Airlines flies to Dubai
Sichuan Airlines will expand its international network next month, with the launch of its first ever flights to the Middle East.
Commencing on 4 September 2015, the airline will…
Hong Kong Airlines to launch first Australian flights
Hong Kong Airlines will launch its first ever flights to Australia next year.
The carrier, which is a subsidiary of China's HNA Group, will commence flights to two Australian…
More Chinese airports added to Canadian transit scheme
The Canadian government has added five more Chinese airports to its China Transit Program (CTP), which enables Chinese travellers to connect to the US via Canada, without the need for a…
Sichuan Airlines goes international from Harbin
Sichuan Airlines is planning to expand its international operations with the launch of a new operating base in Harbin, the capital of northeast China’s Heilongjiang province.
The…
St Regis to rise in Qingdao
Starwood has continued the expansion of its luxury St Regis brand in the Asia Pacific region with the signing of a new hotel in the Chinese port city of Qingdao.
The new-build St…
Sichuan Airlines adds flights to Southeast Asia
Sichuan Airlines is launching a series of new flights to Southeast Asia.
Earlier this week, the Chengdu-based carrier launched a new service to Nha Trang, the coastal city in Vietnam.…
China revamps panda leasing system after deaths
China is revamping the conditions of its panda leasing system, following the deaths of several animals.
Xinhua reported the country's State Forestry Administration as saying recently…
Swissôtel to debut in China’s Jinan
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts has signed an agreement to manage a brand new luxury hotel in the Chinese city of Jinan.
Scheduled to open in 2020, the new Swissôtel Jinan will become…
泰国飞鸟航空开通至四川成都航班
泰国廉价航空飞鸟航空（Nok Air）近日开通飞往中国四川省成都市的航班，从7月1日起，将从普吉岛和甲米岛开通此航线。
飞鸟航空将使用波音737-800飞机执飞此新航线。这将是继四川航空、中国东方航空、泰国东方航空之后，第四家执飞成都－普吉岛航线的航空公司。这四家航空公司一起，将在成都和普吉航线上提供每周28趟航班，总共4000个座位。…
Abu Dhabi leads in tourism attractions
Recent surveys reported that Abu Dhabi is growing in its status as a leading tourism hub.
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque has been ranked by TripAdvisor as the world’s fourth most…
Bangkok named world’s second most-visited city
Bangkok has been named as the world's second most-visited city.
According to MasterCard's latest Global Destination Cities Index, the Thai capital is expected to welcome 18.24 million…
Sichuan Airlines welcomes 100th aircraft
China's Sichuan Airlines has taken delivery of its 100th aircraft.
The Chengdu-based carrier received the new Airbus A321 aircraft this week during a delivery ceremony in Hamburg. The…
India to extend e-visa scheme to China
India's government has confirmed that it will allow Chinese tourists to use its new e-visa scheme.
Following the recent state visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to China,…
TCA Abu Dhabi heads to China
Abu Dhabi’s tourism industry is heading to China this week for a five-city roadshow to help capitalise on the rapid growth of inbound tourism from the People’s Republic into the emirate.…
China Southern flies A380 to Amsterdam
China Southern Airlines will upgrade its daily Beijing-Amsterdam service next month, with the deployment of an Airbus A380 aircraft on the route.
From 20 June 2015, the 506-seat…
Cachet accelerates Chinese growth with Wuhan hotel
Cachet Hotel Group (CHG) has signed its second new Chinese hotel within a week, with the announcement of plans for its first property in Wuhan.
Just two days after the Hong Kong-based…
Cachet to launch hotel and club in Hangzhou
Cachet Hotel Group (CHG), the Hong Kong-based hospitality company, has announced plans to open its first property in Hangzhou.
The new Cachet Deluxe Hangzhou will be a 185-room…
Sichuan Airlines adds Jeju, Krabi flights
Sichuan Airlines will add two more routes to its international network this month, with the launch new services to Jeju and Krabi.
Jeju will become the Chengdu-based airline's second…
Thailand targets high value Chinese travellers
Thailand has unveiled plans to shift its tourism marketing focus to "high-spending, long-stay" Chinese visitors.
Late last week, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) revealed the…
China Eastern streamlines Kunming transfers
China Eastern Airlines will streamline the transit experience for its passengers in Kunming next month.
From 1 May 2015, the airline will enable passengers transferring to…
Xiamen Airlines welcomes fourth Dreamliner
Xiamen Airlines took delivery of its fourth Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft on 20 April.
Like its other B787-8s, the new long-haul aircraft is configured with 237 seats in a…
Tibet Airlines gets international clearance
Tibet Airlines has been authorised to launch international flights.
The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) confirmed last week that the Lhasa-based airline, which is…
Spring Airlines adds more Chinese connections to Bangkok
Chinese low-cost carrier Spring Airlines will launch a series of new services to Bangkok next month.
The airline currently connects the Thai capital with its home base of Shanghai,…
VietJet Air to fly to China
VietJet Air has announced plans to launch its first flights to mainland China.
In a press conference on 8 April, the Vietnamese low-cost carrier revealed that it will commence…
China Eastern links western China with North America
China Eastern Airlines will add more flights to North America this summer, including connections from key cities in western China.
On 25 June 2015, the airline will add a second daily…
Air France flies new cabins to Guangzhou
Air France has started flying its revamped Boeing 777 aircraft to Guangzhou, featuring the airline's latest cabin products.
The twin-aisle jet operating the direct Paris-Guangzhou…
Xiamen offers 72-hour visa-free stays
Xiamen has become the latest Chinese city to offer 72 hours of visa-free travel to international tourists.
The city, in the southeast province of Fujian, will now allow passengers…
Cachet Hotels brings Las Vegas nightclubs to Asia
Cachet Hotel Group (CHG), the Hong Kong-based company that operates the URBN and Cachet hotel brands, has formed a new joint venture to develop Las Vegas-style nightlife venues across…
Sichuan Airlines to fly to Moscow
Sichuan Airlines has unveiled plans to launch the first ever direct flight between Chengdu and Moscow.
Commencing on 2 May 2015, the airline will operate three weekly flights to the…
Australian cinema group plans Asian theme parks
Australian cinema chain, Village Roadshow, has revealed plans to invest in theme parks in across Asia.
The company said in a statement that it has agreed to form a joint venture with…
Chinese start-up Longjiang Air to launch in December
Longjiang Air, a new start-up carrier in northeastern China’s Heilongjiang province, is set to launch its first flights in December this year.
The new carrier, which will be based at…
Marco Polo’s first Niccolo hotel to launch next month
Marco Polo Hotels has confirmed that its new luxury brand, Niccolo, will make its global debut in Chengdu next month.
Opening on 15 April 2015, the Niccolo Chengdu will be located in…
Shanghai, Jakarta lead hotel construction boom
Shanghai and Jakarta have more new hotel rooms under construction than any other city in the Asia Pacific region, a new report has revealed.
In its latest Construction Pipeline Report…
Chinese LCC sets up base in Osaka
Shanghai-based Spring Airlines has announced plans to set up an operating base at Osaka's Kansai International Airport.
The move would make Osaka the low-cost carrier’s first base…
China approves new airline for Jiangxi
Authorities in China have approved the creation of a new airline in the southeastern province of Jiangxi.
Jiangxi Airlines has been given the green light by the Civil Aviation…
Cachet Hotels to drive Southeast Asian growth from Bangkok
Hong Kong's Cachet Hotel Group (CHG), which operates the Cachet, rHotels and URBN brands, has launched a new office in Bangkok to drive its expansion in Southeast Asia.
The new…
Chinese airlines add multiple Osaka flights
Two Chinese airlines have unveiled plans to launch more flights to Osaka.
Shanghai-based Juneyao Airlines will add a second daily flight to the Japanese city's Kansai International…
St Regis to add seventh hotel in China
Starwood's luxury brand St Regis will launch its seventh hotel in Greater China this year.
The St Regis Macao Cotai Central is scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2014,…
AirAsia connects KL with Chongqing
AirAsia has launched its first direct flights between Kuala Lumpur and the western Chinese metropolis of Chongqing.
Operated by the carrier's long-haul unit, AirAsia X, the new…
Travelport to promote Beijing’s 72-hour visa waiver scheme
Travelport has formed a new marketing partnership with Beijing Municipal Commission of Tourism Development to promote the Chinese capital's 72-hour visa waiver scheme for transit…
Sichuan Airlines to expand international network
Chengdu-based Sichuan Airlines will expand its international operations this year, with the launch of new routes to Moscow, Tokyo and Osaka.
The airline will launch the first ever…
IHG to debut Chinese brand
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has unveiled its first two Hualuxe Hotels, which are designed especially for the Chinese market.
The new brand will make its debut in the first…
ANA to fly Dreamliner to KL
Japan's All Nippon Airways (ANA) will commence flights to Kuala Lumpur later this year, using its Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
Launching on 1 September 2015, the new service will…
Fairmont continues China growth with Wuhan debut
Fairmont has unveiled the latest stage of its expansion in China, with plans for its first luxury hotel in Wuhan, the capital of central China's Hubei province.
Scheduled to open in 2017,…
Huge polar theme park to open in Shanghai
A major new attraction is being developed in Shanghai, designed to "showcase animals from the North and South Pole".
Haichang Holdings announced on Monday that it has secured land use…
成都新机场正式获批立项
华西都市报讯，日前，国务院和中央军委正式下发文件，同意建设成都新机场。机场性质为区域枢纽机场，场址位于简阳市芦葭镇附近，机场本期工程按满足2025年机场旅客吞吐量4000万人次、货邮吞吐量70万吨、飞机起降量32万架次的目标设计，新建三条跑道。机场建成后，
将成为继北京、上海之后，国内第三个拥有双机场的城市。…
Frasers embarks on major Chinese expansion
Frasers Hospitality is eying a bigger share of the Chinese market with the addition 10 more properties across the country.
The Singapore-based serviced residence operator has signed deals…
China plans new Mongolia-Hainan high-speed railway
A major new north-south high-speed railway line is being planned in China.
The governments of seven Chinese provinces and regions are teaming up to build the country's second major…
Air China receives two more Boeing 747-8s
Air China welcomed two more Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental aircraft last month.
One arrived on 10 December and the second touched down in Beijing on 31 December.
The two jumbo jets,…
Maldivian flies to three more Chinese cities
Maldivian, the national carrier of the Maldives, will continue its expansion in China next month with the launch of flights to three more destinations.
According to a notice on the…
China Eastern to add international routes from Nanjing
China Eastern Airlines has unveiled plans to launch a series of new international services from Nanjing, the capital of eastern China’s Jiangsu province.
The expansion with commence…
Chinese aviation briefs
Chinese airlines to carry 47.5m pax over New Year
Chinese airlines are expected to carry 47.52 million passengers over the Lunar New Year holiday period. The forecast, which was made…
成都外文网站发力国际营销
随着成都国际航线不断拓展以及入境免签72小时政策正式实施，成都市旅游局更加重视对国际入境旅游客源市场拓展，并将加大国际入境游市场营销作为2015年重点发展方向。…
JW Marriott targets Asia’s emerging markets
Marriott International will boost its luxury portfolio in Asia's emerging markets in the coming months, with the opening of four new JW Marriott hotels in China and India.
In China,…
Qingdao Airlines to spread wings in 2015
Chinese start-up carrier, Qingdao Airlines, is planning to significantly expand its operations in 2015, with the addition of 15 more routes.
The airline, which began operating in…
Cachet launches new boutique hotel in Shanghai
Cachet Hotel Group (CHG) has unveiled the latest addition to its portfolio in China - a 45-room boutique hotel in Shanghai.
The new Cachet Boutique Shanghai was formerly known as the…
Urumqi could join visa waiver scheme
Urumqi, the capital of northwest China's Xinjiang region, is expected to become the next Chinese city to start offering 72-hour visa-free stays for transit air passengers.
Under the…
Starwood to double Four Points footprint in China
Starwood Hotels & Resorts is on course to significantly expand its Four Points by Sheraton brand in Greater China.
This month the company will launch a new property in Guilin,…
United spreads wings in China
United Airlines will add more flights to China next year, with the addition of extra seasonal services from San Francisco - the airline's "trans-Pacific gateway hub".
The current…
美联航成都-旧金山航线将增至每日航班
美联航今日宣布在2015年6月6日至9月1日（由中国始发）期间将成都-旧金山直 飞航线增为每日航班，正在等待政府批准。在推出首班从成都出发由波音787执飞每周往返三次的跨太平洋航线六个月后，美联航发布了这项新的声明。…
Hilton arrives in Lijiang
Hilton Worldwide has continued its expansion in China with the launch of its first hotel in the ancient city of Lijiang, Yunnan province.
Hilton Garden Inn Lijiang is now open,…
New trans-Himalayan flight announced
An airline in China is launching a new flight that crosses the Himalayas to connect three key regional cities.
Operated by Sichuan Airlines, the new scheduled service will fly from…
New trans-Himalayan flight links Nepal, Tibet and Sichuan
An airline in China is launching a new flight that crosses the Himalayas to connect three key regional cities.
Operated by Sichuan Airlines, the new scheduled service will fly from…
Qatar Airways strengthens Sichuan ties
In an effort to boost ties with China, Qatar Airways recently inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Chengdu Culture and Tourism Development Group.
The airline’s group…
MGM unveils first Diaoyutai hotel in China
MGM Resorts International taken a major step forward in its Chinese expansion strategy, with the launch of its first Diaoyutai-branded hotel in the country.
Operated by Diaoyutai MGM…
The latest industry appointments
GARY WARNOCK has been appointed general manager of the Dorsett Grand Chengdu. An experienced hotelier, Warnock spent the last seven years with Starwood Hotels & Resorts, where worked…
Cachet Hotels continues to expand in China
Cachet Hotel Group (CHG) is continuing its growth in China, with the signing of a deal to launch its flagship Cachet hotel brand in the city of Chengdu.
Last month, the company…
VietJet touches down in Cambodia
VietJet Air has launched its first ever flight to Cambodia.
The Vietnamese low-cost carrier operated its inaugural service from Hanoi to Siem Reap this month, marking the start of a…
W Hotels arrives in Beijing
Starwood's designer luxury brand, W Hotels, has launched in Beijing.
The new W Beijing Chang’an has opened its doors, marking the 45th W Hotel worldwide and the second in mainland…
Accor devises five-year digital plan
French hotel chain Accor has announced a new five-year digital strategy while also acquiring app start-up firm Wipolo.
Around EUR225 million will be invested into eight new programmes…
China tests new regional jet
China's state-run planemaker, COMAC, has started a new phase of flight tests of its new regional passenger jet, the ARJ21-700.
Xinhua reports that the aircraft completed a flight between…
FRHI plans significant growth
FRHI Hotels & Resorts has revealed plans to significantly grow its hotel portfolio across five years in all three of its brands.
The hotel company, which operates the Fairmont,…
Xiamen Airlines to launch a host of new routes
From 26 October, Xiamen Airlines will expand its network out of Xiamen, Fuzhou, and Tianjin.
The carrier will launch scheduled services to key Chinese cities including Xi’an, Wuhan,…
Preferred ready for Chinese expansion
Preferred Hotel Group is focusing on China as it expands its portfolio and customer base in Asia Pacific.
Speaking to Travel Daily, Anthony Ross, Preferred Hotel Group’s executive vice…
Two ibis hotels open in Sichuan
Accor has continued the expansion of its ibis budget hotel brand in China, with the opening of two new hotels in Sichuan province.
The two new properties, located in the provincial…
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…
China starts building new passenger jet
Assembly work has started on the first ever COMAC C919 aircraft - a new Chinese-made passenger aircraft that is intended to rival the Boeing 737 and Airbus A320.
The first sections of…
成都双流国际机场推出国际中转增值服务
成都双流国际机场与达州机场联合主办的成都国际航空旅游产品推介会日前首次在川东地区举行。为吸引更多周边客源，打造国家级国际航空枢纽，成都机场对川内二级城市旅客乘坐火车、汽车来蓉搭乘国际航班，推出了系列国际中转增值服务。…
The latest industry appointments
PHILIPPE CARETTI has assumed the role of vice president of operations for Marco Polo Hotels. He arrives at the Hong Kong-based hotel group with 22 years of experience, the last six of…
2015年世界机场城市大会落戶成都
由四川省机场集团承办的2015年世界机场城市大会(世城会)于2015年5月13日至15日在成都举行，成都将继北京之后，成为中国第二座举办世城会的城市。届时将有来自世界各地航空业、建筑业、临空地产开发业、政府规划等100多个机构共约800名嘉宾前来参加本次大会。…
Santa theme park to open in China
A new Christmas-themed attraction is being developed in the Chinese city of Chengdu.
SantaPark Ltd, which operates what is marketed as the "official home of Santa Claus" in Lapland,…
Fairmont expands in China
Fairmont has signed an agreement to manage its first hotel in central China's Henan province.
The new-build Fairmont Zhengzhou hotel will be located in the capital of Henan, as part…
Xiamen Airlines sets up Beijing base
Xiamen Airlines has set up a new operating base in Beijing.
The fast-expanding Chinese airline currently bases seven aircraft at Beijing Capital International Airport, providing 21…
The latest industry appointments
ANGIE VAUX has been named as TripAdvisor's new commercial director for Asia Pacific. Ms Vaux moves to TripAdvisor from enterprise software company SAP, where she held the position of…
Xiamen Airlines to launch new Jiangxi carrier
Xiamen Airlines has signed an agreement to create a new airline based in eastern China's Jiangxi province.
The fast-expanding Chinese carrier, which recently welcomed its first ever…
Guangzhou’s new LCC welcomes first aircraft
A new low-cost carrier based in Guangzhou has welcomed its first ever aircraft.
9 Air, which is a subsidiary of Shanghai-based Juneyao Airlines, took delivery of its first Boeing…
Second Renaissance opens in Beijing
Marriott International has launched its second Renaissance hotel in Beijing.
Located in the centre of the Chinese capital, overlooking the Forbidden City, the 329-room Renaissance…
Etihad Airways’ schedule change for South Africa
Effective 26 October 2014, Etihad Airways announced changes to its schedule between Abu Dhabi and Johannesburg.
Xenia Adamou, Etihad Airways’ general manager, South Africa, said: “The…
Fairmont signs additional property to China pipeline
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and Golden Land Real Estate today announced the development of a new hotel in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, Eastern China.
Fairmont Suzhou, scheduled to open…
Himalayan Airlines set for take-off
Tibet Airlines has signed a deal with two Nepalese companies to set up a new international airline, in what is set to become the largest foreign investment ever in Nepal’s aviation sector.…
The latest industry appointments
OLE DROSS has been appointed as business development manager for Exotic Voyages team in Asia. Based at the regional headquarters in Vietnam, Dross will apply his experience to help the tour…
成都体育中心命名东华门遗址
去年10月起，成都文物考古研究所对“成都体育中心整体提升改造项目”工地开始正式发掘。
至今年7月，发掘面积达5000平方米，已发现汉代、六朝、隋唐五代、宋、元、明各时期文化遗存，城墙、道路、房屋院落、池塘等遗迹，并出土大量陶器、瓷器、钱币等遗物。
此次发掘首次确认始于隋代的摩诃池位置，发掘出唐代官署建筑基址以及明代蜀王府和人工河遗址等，在成都的城市考古中具有里程碑意义。…
Face-to-Face: Eric Waldburger
Travel Daily chats with Eric Waldburger, president of Marco Polo Hotels, about the company's new luxury brand, Niccolo, which will debut in Chengdu next year...
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Dusit Fudu secures two management contracts in Suining
Dusit Fudu Hotels is to take over management of properties in Suining, Sichuan Province, after the management company reached an agreement with Malaysia’s Suining Rex Horizon Sdn Bhd.…
Chinese carriers boost international links from northeast
There are now more international flight options from northeast China, after a series of new route launches by Chinese carriers.
China Southern Airlines has unveiled a major increase…
AirAsia X flies to Chongqing
Malaysian low-cost carrier AirAsia X has unveiled its latest connection to China.
Commencing on 13 February 2015, the airline will operate four weekly flights to the city of…
The latest industry appointments
LILY CHENG has been appointed as TripAdvisor's new president for Asia Pacific, based in Beijing. Ms Cheng joins TripAdvisor from Expedia, where she helped develop the company's Asia…
Guilin joins Chinese visa waiver scheme
Guilin has become the latest Chinese city to start offering 72-hour visa-free stays for transit air passengers.
Travellers entering at Guilin Liangjiang International Airport, who…
成都凯宾斯基饭店开业十周年
成都凯宾斯基饭店2014年7月27日开业正式满十年！现如今，饭店已拥有570余名员工，其中80余名在职员工已和成都凯宾斯基饭店共同成长了十载。…
Military drills impact Chinese flights
Flight delays have been experienced across China this week, due to what is reported to be a series of military exercises.
The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) has issued…
France tax dents Accor results
Changes in French tax legislation have been attributed to a dip in revenues for hotel group Accor.
The group saw a reported 1.8% dip in revenue for the first half of the year compared…
Dusit Fudu makes good progress in China
Dusit Fudu Hotels and Resorts has secured 15 management contracts within its first 12 months of operations.
The Chinese joint venture hotel management company between leading Dusit…
Hainan Airlines to add Guangzhou flights
Hainan Airlines has launched a series of new flights from Guangzhou's Baiyun International Airport.
On Tuesday 15 July, the Chinese carrier commenced a new daily service from…
Etihad flies to Hong Kong
Etihad Airways will launch its first direct flights to Hong Kong next year.
Commencing on 15 June 2015, the long-awaited new service will operate four times a week, direct from Abu…
成都单月新开6条航线
成都日报报道，成都至日本冲绳航线、经丹东至哈尔滨两条新航线将于近日开通，而此前十天内成都已先后开通4条航线，1条是直飞韩国大邱国际航线，另3条是至长白山、中卫、海拉尔的国内航线。…
Pan Pacific opens Beijing sales office
Pan Pacific Hotels Group has opened a new sales office in Beijing, as it moves to grow its share of the Chinese market.
The company has been ramping up its developments in China…
Sichuan Airlines sets up Hangzhou base
Sichuan Airlines has set up a new base in Hangzhou, the capital of eastern China's Zhejiang province.
The airline, which has its home base in Chengdu, plans to deploy up to six Airbus…
Australia targets high-end Chinese with new trade strategy
Tourism Australia is embarking upon a new distribution strategy in China, aimed at building a network of high-end, specialist travel agents.
Under the plan, Tourism Australia will work…
Marco Polo Hotels unveils new luxury brand
Marco Polo Hotels has announced the launch of its ever luxury brand, Niccolo by Marco Polo.
Becoming the first new brand since the Hong Kong-based hotel group’s inception in 1986, the…
Sichuan Air sets up base in Harbin
Sichuan Airlines has set up a new operating base in the northeast Chinese city of Harbin.
The airline, which is part-owned by China Southern Airlines, will now base up to eight of its…
SilkAir expands links to China
SilkAir has added another new route to China, with the launch of flights to Hangzhou.
The new service to the capital of Zhejiang province becomes the Singaporean carrier's eighth…
The latest industry appointments
BADLISHAM BIN GHAZALI has been appointed managing director of Malaysia Airport Holdings Berhad (MAHB). Bin Ghazali joins the state-run airport operator from another government-linked…
Starwood boosts luxury portfolio in China
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has revealed plans to open four more luxury hotels in China this year.
The company is planning new additions to its St Regis, Luxury Collection and W…
TAMANI Hotel taps into China
TAMANI Marina Hotel recently joined the Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) for the first time for a series of roadshows in China. This was in line to tap new…
Starwood brings style to Shenyang
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has unveiled plans to launch its stylish W Hotels brand in the northeast Chinese city of Shenyang.
Following the signing of a management agreement with…
Tibet Airlines to launch international flights
Tibet Airlines is planning launch its first international flights with a new route to neighbouring Nepal.
The carrier, which is part-owned by Air China, is planning to commence a new…
成都机场地铁项目获批
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Ruili Airlines to launch on Sunday
Another new Chinese airline will take to the skies on Sunday (18 May 2014).
Ruili Airlines will launch flights from Kunming’s Changshui International Airport on 18 May 2014, flying…
Qatar Airways boss meets Mayor of Hangzhou
Following the launch of two routes from Doha to Chengdu and Hangzhou in the second half of 2013, the Qatar Airways chief met with the Mayor of Chengdu do discuss further growth…
Carnival commits fourth ship to China
Carnival Cruises will base a record four ships in China next year.
The company has announced that it will homeport the Costa Serena in Shanghai for a year-round deployment from April…
United connects San Francisco with Asia
United Airlines has continued its Asian expansion from San Francisco.
Following the recent launch of services connecting the Californian city with Taipei and plans to start services…
Abu Dhabi embarks on China roadshow
Travel and tourism stakeholders from Abu Dhabi are embarking on a five-day multi-city roadshow in China this week.
Led by Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority (TCA Abu Dhabi), an…
Abu Dhabi taps into growing China market
Abu Dhabi’s tourism industry will embark on a five-day, five cities road show of China. The authority looks to build on growing inbound tourism from the People’s Republic.
The road…
‘Festival of India’ to be held in China
The Ministry of Culture will organise ‘Festival of India’ in China from May 2014 to March 2015.
A 75 member delegation led by Secretary Culture would be visiting China in the first…
HK’s Swire Hotels to make US debut
Hong Kong-based Swire Hotels has unveiled its first ever hotel in the US.
Set to open in autumn 2015, EAST Miami at Brickell City Centre will be located in Swire Properties' US$1.05…
HK’s Cachet forms new Asian hospitality group
Hong Kong's Cachet Hotel Group (CHG), which operates the eco-friendly URBN Hotels brand, has formed a new joint venture hospitality company.
In partnership with US-based Invest…
Dusit plans luxury resort in Sichuan
Dusit has unveiled plans for a new luxury hotel in southwest China's Sichuan province.
The company's Chinese subsidiary, Dusit Fudu Hotels & Resorts, has signed a management…
AirAsia flies to Xi’an
AirAsia is planning to launch flights to Xi'an, the home of the Terracotta Warriors.
Commencing on 2 July 2014, the new service will be operated by the airline's long-haul arm,…
Fairmont debuts in Nanjing
Fairmont will open its first luxury hotel in the Chinese city of Nanjing this week.
Located in the Hexi New Town area of the city, the 359-room Fairmont Nanjing will celebrate its…
Qingdao Airlines receives first aircraft
Qingdao Airlines has taken delivery of its first ever aircraft.
The Chinese start-up airline welcomed the new Airbus A320 aircraft this week, as part of a leasing arrangement with…
The latest industry appointments
ADAM GOLDSTEIN has been named as the new president & chief operating officer of Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. A 25-year veteran of Royal Caribbean, Goldstein has spent the last 12…
SilkAir to fly to Hangzhou
SilkAir is launching flights to the city of Hangzhou, in eastern China's Zhejiang province.
The new service, direct from Singapore, will start operating on 27 June. The route will be…
Xi’an to join China’s visa waiver scheme
The ancient Chinese city of Xi'an will become the latest destination to offer 72 hours of visa-free travel to international tourists.
The capital of Shaanxi province, which is home to…
Wanda unveils new luxury hotel brand
China's Wanda Hotels & Resorts has unveiled the first hotel in its new luxury hotel brand, Wanda Reign.
The Wanda Reign Wuhan opened its doors on 29 March 2014, marking the launch…
United adds San-Francisco-Taipei
United Airlines has boosted its Asian connections with the launch of a new route connecting San Francisco with Taipei, and an enhanced service between Houston and Tokyo.
The new…
Face-to-Face: Anthony Ross
Travel Daily chats with Anthony Ross, Preferred Hotel Group's new executive vice president of Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, about the company's regional growth plans...
1) …
Qatar Airways to fly Dreamliner to Tokyo
Qatar Airways will start flying its Boeing 787 Dreamliner to Tokyo this summer.
Commencing on 18 June 2014, the airline will launch a brand new route from Doha to Haneda International…
Hainan Air adds domestic Dreamliner destination
Hainan Airlines has introduced its Boeing 787 Dreamliner to another domestic Chinese destination - Dalian.
The aircraft made its debut on the route on Monday, and it will now operate…
British Airways to fly Dreamliner to Chennai
British Airways has announced one of its new Boeing 787 Dreamliners will be placed on flights from Heathrow to Chennai this October.
The airline will also introduce another weekly…
New Carnival COO sees Asian potential in Asia
Carnival Corporation’s new chief operations officer, Alan Buckelew, has said he sees significant growth opportunities for its cruise lines in Asia.
The former CEO of Princess Cruises,…
Pan Pacific plots Asian expansion
Pan Pacific is accelerating its expansion plans in Asia, with the signing of three new properties.
The company, which currently operates 38 properties, is now expanding its presence…
Marriott to open one hotel per week in Asia
Marriott International will open an average of one hotel every week in the Asia Pacific region over the next three years.
The US hotel company revealed that its regional portfolio will…
Fairmont to debut in Malaysia
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has unveiled plans to launch its first hotel in Malaysia.
The luxury hotel company has penned a management contract with Cititower Sdn Bhd for the…
Starwood looks to expand Middle East footprint in 2014
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc announced it opened 74 new hotels in 2013, resulting in approximately 16,200 rooms in 22 countries. The company is looking at expanding its…
Hainan Air flies Dreamliner to Seattle
Hainan Airlines has started operating its Boeing 787 Dreamliner on the route between Beijing and Seattle.
The new deployment commenced on 10 January 2014, and will initially operate…
New airline starts operating from Hangzhou
A new airline has started operating from Hangzhou, eastern China.
Zhejiang Loong Airlines, which is based at Hangzhou’s Xiaoshan International Airport, welcomed its first Airbus A320…
Qatar Airways flies to Hangzhou
Qatar Airways has commenced its first flights to the Chinese city of Hangzhou.
The capital of Zhejiang province becomes the airline’s seventh route in China, and comes just three…
Sichuan Airlines launches Sydney flights
Sichuan Airlines has commenced its first ever flights to Sydney.
The Chinese carrier landed in the Australian city for the first time today (20 December 2013), marking the start of a…
Zhejiang Loong Air receives first aircraft
New Chinese passenger carrier, Zhejiang Loong Airlines, has taken delivery of its first Airbus A320 aircraft.
The new single-aisle jet touched down at Hangzhou's Xiaoshan…
Hainan Airlines’ Dreamliner to fly to Xiamen
Hainan Airlines took delivery of its fifth Boeing 787 Dreamliner this week, and will deploy the aircraft to Xiamen, in southeast China's Fujian province.
Commencing on 23 December…
StayWell forms partnership for China expansion
StayWell Hospitality Group has formed a new partnership that will accelerate its growth in China.
The Australian company has signed a joint venture agreement with Hong Kong-based…
Fairmont opens in Nanjing
Fairmont has opened a new hotel in the eastern Chinese city of Nanjing.
The 359-room Fairmont Nanjing is located on the upper floors of the 62-storey Jin Ao Tower, overlooking the…
BA to fly Dreamliners to China and India
British Airways will expand its new fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliners to China and India next year.
The airline has confirmed that it will commence Dreamliner flights to the Indian city…
Aloft Hotels debuts in Dalian
Starwood's Aloft Hotel brand has made its debut in Dalian, northeast China.
Located in the centre of Liaoning province's popular coastal resort city, the Aloft Dalian will offer 314…
Marco Polo plans major Asian growth
Marco Polo Hotels has unveiled plans to significantly increase its portfolio over the next five years, with new hotels in mainland China driving the company's growth.
The Hong…
Shenyang to join visa waiver scheme
Shenyang will become the latest Chinese city to offer 72 hours of visa-free travel to international tourists.
From 1 January 2014, the capital of northeast China's Liaoning province…
United Airlines outlines plan to quadruple profits
United Airlines has unveiled a major new strategy designed to help it multiply its profits as much as four-fold over the next four years.
The US-based carrier is aiming to cut its…
Ritz-Carlton to arrive in Nanjing
Ritz-Carlton has continued its rapid expansion in China with the signing of a new hotel in Nanjing.
Following an agreement with the Nanjing New Universe Real Estate Development Co,…
Dalian to offer 72-hour visa-free travel
Dalian will become the latest Chinese city to offer 72 hours of visa-free travel to international tourists.
The coastal city, in the northeast province of Liaoning, will now allow…
Hainan Air expands domestic Dreamliner routes
Hainan Airlines has expanded its Boeing 787 Dreamliner services across China.
The southwestern city of Kunming has become the eighth Chinese city served using the new fuel-efficient…
China plans measures to tackle flight delays
China is taking a range of measures to tackle the growing problem of airspace congestion and flight delays.
According to data from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC),…
The latest industry appointments
AMIT ARORA has been appointed chief executive officer (CEO) at SKAI Holdings. In his current role, Arora will oversee operational requirements for the US$1bn Viceroy Dubai Palm Jumeirah.…
Qatar Airways to fly to Hangzhou
Qatar Airways will launch flights to the Chinese city of Hangzhou next month.
Commencing on 20 December 2013, the airline will fly four times a week to the capital of eastern China's…
Ritz-Carlton debuts in Kazakhstan
Ritz-Carlton has opened its first hotel in Kazakhstan.
The new 145-room luxury hotel is located at the top of the 37-storey Esentai Tower in Almaty, Kazakhstan's biggest city, making…
Steigenberger plots international expansion
German hotel chain Steigenberger Hotels has announced it will continue its expansion plans as the number of Brits that stay in its hotels grows.
Puneet Chhatwal, CEO of Steigenberger…
Ritz-Carlton debuts in India
Ritz-Carlton has opened its first hotel in India.
Located in the centre of Bengaluru, the Ritz-Carlton Bangalore is a 277-room luxury hotel designed in a traditional style, with…
Marriott sees “solid” third quarter
Marriott International achieved a double-digit increase in profits in the third quarter of the year.
The US hotel giant generated net profits of US$160 million in the three months to…
Sichuan Air flies to Sydney
Sichuan Airlines will continue its international expansion next month with the launch of services to Sydney.
The airline has signed an agreement with the Port Management Office of…
The latest industry appointments
CATHERINE LEE has been named as the new vice president of sales & marketing - China, for Dusit Fudu Hotels & Resorts. A Singapore national, Ms Lee has more than 25 years of…
Transport secretary in China flight talks
Transport secretary Patrick McLoughlin is in talks with Chinese authorities to increase the number of flights between the country and the UK.
McLoughlin is the first transport…
Chongqing to join 72-hour visa waiver scheme
Chongqing will become the fifth Chinese city to offer 72-hour visa-free stays to transit tourists.
According to a Xinhua report, the western Chinese city is planning to offer…
China arrivals continue to fall
Visitor arrivals to China have continued to decline in 2013.
According to the latest data from the China National Tourism Administration (CNTA), reported by Xinhua, international…
United plans new San Francisco-Tokyo flights
United Airlines is planning to launch direct flights between San Francisco and Tokyo Haneda Airport, after new slots became available at the Japanese airport.
The airline has applied…
Marriott to double Asian portfolio
Marriott International is planning to expand its Asian portfolio to 330 hotels by 2016, more than doubling its current collection.
The US hotel company said this week that it will…
Air France to fly to Jakarta
Air France will launch a new daily service to Jakarta next year.
Effective 30 March 2014, the national carrier will add a Jakarta leg to its existing Paris-Singapore service. Flights…
Qatar Airways launch Ta’if
Qatar Airways further expanded its operations in Saudi Arabia with the launch of flights to Ta'if. The inaugural flight 1206 arrived in Ta'if to a water salute. A high level delegation…
Hainan Airlines flies third Dreamliner to Changsha
Hainan Airlines took delivery of its third Boeing 787 Dreamliner this week, and will deploy it to the city of Changsha.
The new twin-aisle aircraft touched down at Beijing Capital…
Air China expands Canada codeshare
Air China has expanded its codeshare agreement with Air Canada.
The latest deal will see the two Star Alliance partners add six new destinations in Canada and six in China to the…
Airbus targets Asia with new domestic A330
Airbus has unveiled a new version of its A330-300 wide-body aircraft, designed to cater for high volume regional and domestic routes in Asia.
The new version of twin-aisle aircraft…
Dreamliner comes to Sanya
The Chinese resort town of Sanya will welcome its first ever Boeing 787 Dreamliner flights today (30 September 2013).
Hainan Airlines will deploy its new Dreamliner on the…
Fairmont signs first Hangzhou hotel
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has signed a new agreement that will see it manage a new luxury hotel in Hangzhou.
Expected to open in 2017, the Fairmont Hangzhou will feature 300…
New Chinese airlines take off with A320
Two new Chinese airlines have taken a major step forward in their development, with the signing of major aircraft deals with Airbus.
Qingdao Airlines, based in Shandong province, and…
Qatar Airways commences Addis Ababa route
Qatar Airways celebrated the launch of its new route to Addis Ababa with a charitable drive. The airline provided school uniforms and books for school children participating in the Our…
Hangzhou to get first Dreamliner flights
The popular Chinese tourist destination of Hangzhou will welcome the Boeing 787 Dreamliner for the first time this week.
Effective 27 September 2013, Hainan Airlines will deploy the…
M&C launches M Hotels in China
Millennium & Copthorne Hotels has launched its first ever M Hotel in China.
The Singapore-based hotel company recently opened the M Hotel Chengdu in the Gaoxin district of the…
Crystal Cruises offers trips to Tibet
Crystal Cruises has unveiled a new itinerary that will allow its passengers to explore the landlocked Chinese regions of Tibet and Sichuan.
Guests on the Crystal Symphony’s April 2014…
Ritz-Carlton charts global expansion
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company has charted out a major expansion plan until 2016. The Company has announced several development initiatives that will bring total number of properties in…
Hainan Airlines receives its second Dreamliner
Hainan Airlines has taken delivery of its second Boeing 787 Dreamliner, touching down on 30 August.
The all-new Dreamliner landed at Haikou’s Meilan International Airport and will be…
Princess Cruises to homeport in China
Carnival will introduce its Princess Cruises brand to China for the first time next year, naming Shanghai as the homeport for its Sapphire Princess liner.
The cruise ship will operate…
ANA to fly Dreamliner to Jakarta
ANA will deploy its Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft to Jakarta next year.
From 1 February 2014, the Japanese airline will replace its existing daily B767-300ER service between Tokyo…
More cities to join China visa waiver scheme
Kunming will become the fourth Chinese city to start offering 72-hour visa-free stays to transit tourists.
The China Daily reported this week that capital of southern China’s Yunnan…
Beijing arrivals slump, despite visa waiver
The launch of a 72-hour visa waiver scheme for transit visitors has had little impact on Beijing's tourism trade this year.
According to the latest data from the city's tourism…
China Southern looks to boost tourism from ME region
Guangzhou today becomes the third Chinese city to offer 72-hour visa-free stays for air passengers. Riding on this positive news, China Southern is looking positively to promote this offer…
Guangzhou launches 72hr visa-free scheme
Guangzhou will become the third Chinese city to offer 72-hour visa-free stays for air passengers this week.
Launching on 1 August 2013, passengers transiting at Guangzhou’s Baiyun…
Easing our way east
While the UK Government slowly mulls over how it can open up the UK to Chinese visitors, travel in the other direction is on the up. After assessing the Chinese inbound market earlier…
Princess opens five China offices
Carnival subsidiary Princess Cruises has announced it will be opening five new offices in China to target one of the fastest growing markets in the world.
The locations have been…
GHM plans major move into Taiwan
Asian luxury hotel group, GHM, has signed a new deal that will see it launch in Taiwan for the first time.
A contract with Taiwanese business development company, Elements Innovation…
Sichuan Airlines expands fleet
Sichuan Airlines has expanded its fleet, following the delivery of another Airbus A320 aircraft.
The Chengdu-based carrier welcomed the new single-aisle aircraft on Friday, from…
Onyx to expand Shama brand in China
Onyx Hospitality Group has announced a major expansion of its Shama serviced residence brand in China.
The Bangkok-based hotel management company recently secured three more new…
Regal signs Henan hotel
Regal Hotels International has signed a new property in China's Henan province.
Located in the city of Anyang, which is one of the seven ancient capitals of China, the Regal Anyang…
Asian aviation tidbits
Asiana to add Indonesia flights
Asiana Airlines has announced plans to launch two new routes to Indonesia. From 19 July 2013, the South Korean carrier will commence daily flights…
Qatar Airways adds third daily Paris flight
Qatar Airways has increased frequency of its popular Doha-Paris route, offering three daily flights during the peak summer travel season.
The Gulf carrier currently operates 18 weekly…
HK’s Swire Hotels to launch in US
Hong Kong-based Swire Hotels has announced plans to launch in the US.
Opening in 2015, EAST Miami at Brickell CityCentre will form part of Swire Properties' US$1 billion mixed-use…
Hilton brings luxury brands to Asia Pacific
Hilton Worldwide has unveiled a major expansion of its luxury brands in Asia Pacific.
The company is planning a significant roll-out of its Waldorf Astoria and Conrad brands in the…
China Southern to receive first Dreamliner on 2 June
China Southern Airlines has revealed that its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner is due to touch down in Guangzhou on Sunday 2 June 2013.
The landmark aircraft, which will be the first B787…
Qatar Airways boosts Oman services
Qatar Airways has commenced services to Salalah. The Omani capital Muscat is already served 31-times-a-week and with the new four-a-week services to Salalah, Qatar Airways now flies a total…
Swissôtel to open in Xi’an
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts has signed a management contract for its first hotel in the northern Chinese city of Xi'an.
Due to open in 2016, the Swissôtel Xi'an will be located in…
Abu Dhabi looks to tap into Chinese inbound tourism
Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority (TCA Abu Dhabi) along with a 12-strong delegation is heading to China next week for a five-city road show.
The aim of the road show is to…
Holidays continue after Sichuan earthquake
Travel to the Sichuan region of China has continued despite an earthquake in the south western province on Saturday (20 April).
Wendy Wu Tours said it has been in constant touch with…
Meydan inks China partnership
Meydan recently inked a strategic partnership with the City of Chengdu and the Wenjiang district for the hosting of a race meeting to be held in the Chinese city later this year.
The…
Qatar Airways eyes enhanced business links with Barcelona
The recent announcement of Qatar Airways being selected the strategic partner of FC Barcelona has resulted in the airline’s Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker and President of Catalonia,…
Dusit plans year of expansion
Dusit International has announced that 2013 will be a year of expansion for the company, with seven properties scheduled to open in the in the coming months.
Speaking at the ITB…
Qatar Airways arrives in Cambodia
Qatar Airways touched down in Cambodia for the first time yesterday (20 February 2013), becoming the first Middle Eastern carrier to offer flights to the country.
Flight QR602 arrived…
BA to fly Shanghai daily
British Airways is to fly daily between Heathrow and Shanghai from 30 March.
The airline will add another weekly flight on the route next month in addition to its new Chengdu services…
AirAsia touches down in Shanghai
AirAsia touched down in Shanghai for this first time today, marking the start of a new scheduled service from Kuala Lumpur.
The low-cost carrier's long-haul unit, AirAsia X, will now…
Air China boosts long-haul network
Air China is continuing the expansion of its long-haul network with the launch of flights between Chengdu and Frankfurt.
Commencing on 19 May 2013, China's national carrier will connect the…
Dusit forms alliance for China expansion
Dusit International has formed a new partnership designed to extend its reach into the Chinese hotel market.
The Thai hotel management company has signed a new joint venture agreement…
The latest industry appointments – Asia
KATHLEEN TAN has become the new Chief Executive Officer of AirAsia Expedia, overseeing the Expedia brand, AirAsiaGo and Backick online travel agency (OTA). Ms Tan was previously AirAsia’s…
Face-to-Face: Winnie Chiu, Dorsett Hospitality
Today, Travel Daily chats with Winnie Chiu, President & Executive Director of Dorsett Hospitality International...
1) Dorsett Hotels International recently…
Qatar Airways launches flights to Gassim
Qatar Airways launched its first new route of 2013 with the introduction of scheduled services to Gassim in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The Doha - Gassim route becomes the carrier's fifth…
Qatar Airways to add fourth daily Bangkok flight
Qatar Airways has announced plans to increase in the frequency of its Bangkok flights next year.
From 20 February 2013, the airline will add a fourth daily service on the Doha-Bangkok…
AirAsia X ups frequency on high performance routes
Responding to strong passenger demand, AirAsia X is increasing its flight frequency from Kuala Lumpur to Melbourne, Taipei, and Chengdu next year.
With these routes recording load factors…
Hainan Airlines shifts Gulf hub to Abu Dhabi
Etihad Airways’ codeshare partner Hainan Airlines has shifted its Gulf flight operations from Dubai to Abu Dhabi.
The Skytrax five-star rated airline now operates its twice weekly Beijing…
Qatar Airways lines up sixth China gateway
Qatar Airways has announced plans to launch scheduled flights to Chengdu from 19 March, opening its sixth China gateway in addition to Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chongqing, and Hong Kong.…
NSW launches China Tourism Strategy
The New South Wales (NSW) Government has launched an eight year plan to greatly increase tourism from China and double visitor expenditure to the State by 2020.
Designed by Destination NSW…
Tibet Airlines receives new Airbus jet
Tibet Airlines has taken delivery of a new Airbus A319.
The new single-aisle aircraft was assembled at the Airbus Tianjin Final Assembly Line (FALC) in China, and now becomes the fifth A319…
AirAsia X to fly to Shanghai
AirAsia X is expanding its network in China with the introduction of direct flights to Shanghai.
From 19 February 2013, the low-cost carrier will commence six weekly flights from Kuala…
Fairmont to debut in Changsha
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to open a new hotel and conference centre in Changsha, the capital of China's Hunan province.
Scheduled to open in 2016, Fairmont Changsha…
Air China receives smiling new aircraft
Air China has received a new Boeing 777-300ER with a special livery featuring the words 'Smiling China'.
The livery was a joint creation by Air China and Boeing to mark the 40th anniversary…
UNWTO opens Sustainable Tourism Observatories in China
The UNWTO has opened two more Sustainable Tourism Observatories in China.
The new centres, located at the Kanas Lake Nature Reserve in the northwest region of Xinjiang, and the city of…
SriLankan looks to the Far East
SriLankan Airlines is focusing its efforts on Asia, with China and the Far East the focal point for its expansion.
Speaking to Travel Daily at the ITB Asia trade show in Singapore yesterday…
Swissôtel to open in Changsha
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts continues to expand its portfolio in China with the signing of a new hotel in Changsha, the capital of Hunan province.
The new Swissôtel Changsha, which is…
Millennium & Copthorne Hotels expands in China
Millennium & Copthorne Hotels (M&C) yesterday signed a contract to manage its first resort hotel in China, in addition to existing contracts.
The 151-room Millennium Hangzhou Resort…
Etihad Airways keen to expand in South America
South America is fast becoming a potential region for several international carriers, following suite is Etihad Airways who has announced its intent to expand in the region.
President and…
Abacus poised for Chinese expansion
Abacus International has expressed optimism about the planned changes to China's airline distribution regulations.
From 1 October 2012, the new Civil Aviation Administration of China's…
Giant pandas arrive in Singapore
Two giant pandas touched down in Singapore yesterday (6 September), following a flight from Chengdu.
Kai Kai and Jia Jia arrived on a Singapore Airlines Boeing 747 cargo plane on Thursday…
Travelport trials GDS airport transfer bookings
Travelport is trialling a new service which will allow travel agents to book private car transfers via the GDS.
Targeting selected Galileo-connected travel agents in Asia, the new…
Singapore to get panda pair
A pair of giant pandas will arrive in Singapore next month.
Kai Kai and Jia Jia will be housed at the Yangtze River zone at the River Safari attraction. But visitors to the attraction will…
Extra funds to boost Australia’s Asian tourism drive
Tourism Australia has confirmed plans to accelerate its marketing activities in Asia, with four key strategic projects to commence this year under the Australian government's new Asia…
IHG signs first eight Hualuxe hotels
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has signed the first eight properties in its new Hualuxe brand, which focuses purely on the Chinese domestic market.
Since announcing details of Hualuxe…
Swissôtel to launch at Sanya golf resort
Swissôtel will develop its first resort at a golf complex on China's southern resort island of Hainan.
The Swissôtel Sanya will be form part of the Sanya Dragon Valley Hot Spring & Golf…
Asian Aviation Briefs
Turkish Airlines launches Mongolia flights
Turkish Airlines has launched its first ever flight to Mongolia. On Monday 2 July, the national carrier commenced its new service from Istanbul to…
The Changing Chinese Traveller
By Jens Thraenhart,
Co-Founder, DragonTrail.com & Publisher, ChinaTravelTrends.com
The Chinese middle class is already larger than the entire population of the United States. In…
AirAsia X touches down in Beijing
AirAsia X has launched its inaugural flight to Beijing. The low-cost carrier touched down in the Chinese capital on Saturday (23 June), following a flight from Kuala Lumpur.
The airline…
Sichuan Airlines launches Vancouver flights
Sichuan Airlines flew to North American for the first time on Friday, with its inaugural service to Vancouver.
The Chengdu-based carrier will now be operated three times a week using an…
The latest industry appointments – Asia
CHRISTOPHER LUXON has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Air New Zealand. Luxon, who currently serves as the airline's Group General Manager for International, will replace…
Wyndham adds four Ramada hotels in China
Wyndham Hotel Group is continuing its expansion in China with the signing of franchise agreements for four new Ramada hotels in the country.
The new properties in Chengdu, Huizhou, Kunming…
Carlson signs three new hotels in China
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group has signed three new hotels in China.
At a press conference held at the Radisson Blu Plaza Xing Guo Shanghai this week, Carlson Rezidor penned hotel management…
AirAsia X to launch Beijing, cut Tianjin
AirAsia X is making alterations to its network in China with the introduction of direct flights to Beijing, but the cancellation of services to Tianjin.
From 22 June 2012, the long-haul…
Regal signs new airport hotel in Xi’an
Regal Hotels International has signed a new five-star hotel at Xi’an’s Xianyang International Airport, in northern China's Shaanxi province.
The Regal Airport Hotel, which is scheduled to…
Marco Polo signs new Suzhou hotel
Marco Polo Hotels has taken over the management of a five-star hotel in Suzhou.
The 314-room hotel, which has now been renamed Marco Polo Suzhou, is located in the historic centre of…
Starwood to revamp landmark China hotel
A major overhaul of the Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing, Starwood’s first ever hotel in China, will form part of a series of renovations to Sheraton properties over the next few years.…
Chinese hotel revenues soar
Chinese hotel revenue is soaring, with four key Chinese cities posting room revenue growth of more than 30% in 2011, according to consultancy firm Horwath HTL. During a presentation at the…
Airbus opens Tianjin logistics facility
Airbus (Tianjin) Logistics, the European planemaker's Chinese supply chain management centre, is now fully operational. The brand new facility in the Tianjin Free Trade Zone Comprehensive…
MICE sector growing strong in China
Events companies have been capitalising on growth in China's business environment this year and are optimistic about the future of the MICE industry. Reed Exhibitions has taken on a number…
Routes Asia 2013 in Mumbai
Routes Asia 2013 will be held in Mumbai with Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (CSIA) being the host airport for the the event. The annual event organised by UBM Aviation focuses on…
THAI boosts Asian routes
Thai Airways International (THAI) will boost frequencies on a series of Asian routes for its forthcoming winter schedules, commencing 30 October.
The emerging markets of India and China…
Air traffic set to grow at Abu Dhabi Airport
Abu Dhabi Airports Company has revealed it expects aircraft movements at Abu Dhabi International Airport to increase 8% this coming winter season.Travellers will be offered more than 900…
Regal signs hotel in Wuhan
Regal Hotels International has signed a new five-star hotel in the central Chinese city of Wuhan. Scheduled to open in 2014, the new Regal Hotel will be located in the Dongxi Lake district…
Avis launches ‘off-site’ service in China
Avis has introduced new off-site services at 95 network points across China. These service points are centred at key tourist hotspots and major business centres around the country. The…
China MICE sector grows, but room for improvement
China's meetings and events sector is expanding, but the country needs to improve its facilities in future if it is to become a MICE powerhouse, according to a recent survey by Reed Travel…
Ascott adds two properties in China
The Ascott Limited has signed contracts to manage two more properties China. The 181-unit Ascott Financial City Chengdu, which is the first Ascott-branded serviced residence in the capital…
Walsh eyes tie-ups in China visit
Foreign airlines are looking to establish services in second- and third-tier cites across China as they seek to carve out a position in the world's fastest growing aviation market. Demand in…
International airlines target second-tier cities in China
Foreign airlines are looking to establish services in second- and third-tier cites across China as they seek to carve out a position in the world's fastest growing aviation market. Demand…
COMAC regional jet development delayed
COMAC ARJ21 test flights continue
The Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (Comac) has fallen behind schedule in the development of it first commercial aircraft. Key milestones in…
China Eastern receives high-altitude B737
China Eastern Airlines has taken delivery of its first Boeing 737-700NG aircraft, outfitted with high-altitude and high-temperature airport operations packages, as well as the new Boeing…
PATA Travel Mart attracts key growth markets
The PATA Travel Mart in New Delhi promises to be a great business proposition with strong presence expected from Indian and Chinese representatives. PATA Interim CEO, Bill Calderwood…
Tibet Airlines launches flights
Tibet Airlines launched its first commercial flight operations this week. The carrier, which is party-owned by Air China, will be the first airline to be based in Tibet and will operate…
Etihad Airways posts record H1 results
Etihad Airways has reported its most successful first half year to date, with revenues up 28 per cent to US$1.72 billion, driven by solid performances in both passenger and cargo activities.…
Etihad to launch Shanghai route
Etihad Airways has announced plans to expand its network in China with daily non-stop, return services between Abu Dhabi and Shanghai - subject to government approval.The new flights,…
Etihad to launch Shanghai services
Etihad Airways has announced plans to expand its network in China with daily direct services between Abu Dhabi and Shanghai. Subject to government approval, the new flights are scheduled…
Air passengers stranded by Sichuan storm
Dozens of flights were delayed at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport on Sunday as a thunderstorms swept across the Sichuan hub. Xinhua reported Air China, which has its western base in…
Tibet Airlines receives first A319
Tibet Airlines has taken delivery of its first Airbus A319, becoming the European planemaker's newest customer in China. The aircraft is the first of three A319s ordered by the Lhasa-based…
Air China expands India, UK operations
Air China is set to launch a new Beijing-Mumbai service from September. Incredibly, the move would mark the first service between the two cities. Mumbai is currently only linked with China…
Ritz-Carlton outlines major expansion plans
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company has revealed major global expansion plans which will see it operate more than 100 properties worldwide by 2016.The $2 billion expansion programme will see the…
Ritz-Carlton outlines major expansion plans
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company has revealed major global expansion plans which will see it operate more than 100 properties worldwide by 2016.The $2 billion expansion programme will see the…
IHG signs multi-brand deal in China
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has signed new multi-brand management contract with Poly Real Estate Co for the development of six new properties in locations across China. The deal…
Oakwood opens new Hong Kong property
Oakwood has opened its latest serviced residence in greater China - the Oakwood Apartments Mid Levels East Hong Kong. Located on Kennedy Road, the new property is a five-minute walk from…
Regal to launch luxury hotel brand
Hong Kong-based Regal Hotels Group has announced the signing of the first hotel in its new luxury brand, Regal Royale. In a deal penned recently with Ning Hu Real Estate (Kunshan) Co Ltd,…
Regal pens deal for new hotel in Foshan
Regal Hotels International Limited has announced the signing of a management contract for a new hotel project in Foshan, in southern China's Guangdong province. The deal, agreed with…
Sichuan Airlines launches Vietnam flights
Sichuan Airlines has launched its first ever services to Vietnam. The Chinese carrier became the first airline to offer direct flights connecting Hanoi's Noi Bai International Airport with…
China Airlines launches Wuhan flights
China Airlines (CAL) yesterday inaugurated direct scheduled flights between Taipei's Taoyuan International Airport and Wuhan, Hubei province. The airline's CAL President,…
Louvre-Golden Tulip plots major China expansion
Louvre Hotels & Golden Tulip has announced plans to increase its portfolio in China to 50 hotels within the next five years - a significant rise from its current portfolio of three…
Air China offers Chengu transit tours
Air China has launched its first transit tourism services for international travelers, giving those with time to kill transiting through Chengdu Shuangliu Airport a chance to experience…
Rhombus introduces Diamond Card
(Hong Kong, June 15, 2010) - Rhombus International Hotels Group proudly presents our "Rhombus Diamond Card" - an exclusive rewards program tailor-made for our loyal guests.
Rhombus…
China Airlines launches new cross-Strait route
June 14, 2010 - China Airlines today inaugurated new direct cross-strait scheduled service from Taipei Songshan Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, marking a historic milestone…
Air China launches all-inclusive to South India
BEIJING, June 3 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Air China is now offering a 5-day, all-inclusive travel package from Chengdu to Bangalore for only RMB 5,600. Package cost includes…
Air China launches all-inclusive to India
BEIJING, June 3 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Air China is now offering a 5-day, all-inclusive travel package from Chengdu to Bangalore for only RMB 5,600. Package cost includes…
Guoman Hotels to develop 10 hotels in China
Malaysian conglomerate, Hong Leong Group (HLG) is planning to develop at least 10 Guoman-branded hotels over the next five years. According to a Bernama report, all the hotels will form part…
Kempinski donates to quake-hit Yushu
Kempinski Hotels in China has raised funds for earthquake victims in Yushu. Reto Wittwer, Chairman and CEO of Kempinski Hotels, and Rene Schmitt, President of Kempinski…
Tiger launches more Greater China routes
Tiger Airways announced plans to introduce even more destinations to Greater China, following the huge popularity of its existing routes.Rosalynn Tay, Managing Director of Tiger…
AirAsia appoints Mindshare media agency
KUALA LUMPUR, 22 APRIL 2010 - AirAsia has appointed global media network giant Mindshare to handle its media account in Malaysia starting July 1 in a bid to extend the reach and…
Wyndham adds four hotels in China
PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 9 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Following the recent addition of three luxury hotels in the key markets of Shanghai, Changsha and Hangzhou, Wyndham Hotel…
Air China launches direct flights to Jiuzhaigou
(Beijing, April 8, 2010): From April 25th, Air China will launch direct flights between Beijing and Jiuzhaigou, and from May 10th direct flights between Shanghai and…
AirAsia X introduces flatbed seats
KUALA LUMPUR, 5 April 2010 - AirAsia X revealed another enhancement in its services today with the introduction of new comfortable 'flatbed Premium seats', giving the 'AirAsia…
Frasers marks start of Middle East expansion
Singapore, March 24, 2010: Frasers Hospitality Pte Ltd (Fraser) today marked the beginning of a major presence in the Middle East with the grand opening of Fraser Suites Seef Bahrain, the…
Orient Explorer plans further Asian expansion
Singapore, 23 March 2010 - Orient Explorer, Singapore's dedicated M.I.C.E. service hub, will announce plans to embark on the company's 2nd phase of regional growth into South…
Preferred adds 13 properties
Thirteen properties have joined Preferred Hotel Group this month. Among the new additions was one Asian hotel - the 350-room Regal Master Hotel in Chengdu, which joins the Summit…
KLM launches flights to Hangzhou
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will launch a scheduled service between Amsterdam and Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport in China on 8 May 2010. KLM is the first airline to offer direct service between…
Staff Appointments w/e 18 March 2010
RAJIV KAUL has been appointed President of The Leela Group. A seasoned hotelier, Kaul joined The Leela Palace, Hotels & Resorts as Group Senior Vice President in 2006. He will…
Vietnam, Sichuan sign tourism MoU
Vietnam and China's Sichuan province have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will see the two parties promote each others' tourism products. Signed by Deputy General Director of…
AirAsia increases Hangzhou flights
Sepang, 10th February 2010 - To cater to the increasing demands and encouraging load factor from its guests, AirAsia's long haul, low fare affiliate, AirAsia X will…
Rhombus to open flagship hotel in China
(Hong Kong, February 5, 2010) - Based in North America with over 24 years of international experience, Rhombus International Hotels Group is proud to announce our China…
Sichuan Airlines takes delivery of first A330
4 February 2010: Airbus today delivered to Sichuan Airlines the very first widebody aircraft, an A330-200, to add capacity to its existing all-Airbus Single Aisle fleet. The A330…
Shangri-La to manage Chongqing hotel
HONG KONG, Feb. 5 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts, Asia Pacific's leading luxury hotel group, recently signed an agreement with Chongqing Guest House Co.…
Sichuan Airlines installs Panasonic IFEC on A330
LAKE FOREST, Calif., Feb. 4 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic Avionics Corporation (Panasonic), the world leader in state-of-the-art in-flight entertainment and communication (IFEC)…
Middle East visitors flock to Singapore for New Year
Dubai, United Arab Emirate: Middle East visitors are expected to flock to Singapore this February, to enjoy the spectacular Chinese New Year celebrations the tropical island will…
Middle East visitors expected to flock to Singapore
Dubai, United Arab Emirate: Middle East visitors are expected to flock to Singapore this February, to enjoy the spectacular Chinese New Year celebrations the tropical island will…
PAL increases flights for Chinese New Year
Philippine Airlines (PAL) will increase flights over Chinese New Year, Xinhua has reported. The airlines will add special services to Kalibo, the gateway to the resort island of…
Dragonair boosts summer services
(HONG KONG): Dragonair will increase frequencies on its services to a number of destinations in Mainland China and within the region this summer in order to meet seasonal demand. The…
One dead as earthquake hits Sichuan
One person was killed, 13 were injured and more than 2,000 had to be relocated after a 5.0 magnitude earthquake struck China's Sichuan province early yesterday, Xinhua has…
AirAsia to launch six new Indian routes
Kuala Lumpur, 26 January 2010 : AirAsia, the World's Best Low-Cost Airline is all out to rock and paint the India skies red by extending its footprint with the launch of its direct…
China’s high-speed rail extends west
A high-speed railway linking the western Chinese cities of Xi'an and Chengdu has been approved by the country's National Development and Reform Commission. According to a Shanghai Daily…
Bonus Asia Miles with Regal
From now on, you can earn extra Asia Miles instantly for every stay at Regal Hotels!Regal Hotels International joins with Asia Miles to offer a special bonus programme in this new…
Face-to-face Akbar al Baker
1) Qatar has announced plans to expand in China. Can you expand on specific routes you envisage developing, and how important is China to your company plans?
Specific routes targeted for…
Preferred adds to Regal hotels in China
24 Nov 09 (TravMedia.com): Preferred Hotel Group is pleased to announce two new members in China from Regal Hotels International. Regal Jinfeng Hotel in Shanghai is the second Sterling…
M&C to launch Studio M brand in Singapore
Singapore, November 11, 2009 - Millennium & Copthorne Hotels plc (M&C) today launched a new international hotel brand, Studio M, aimed at the new generation…
Regal Jinfeng Hotel opens in Shanghai
Regal Jinfeng Hotel is ideally located at the prime commercial area of Jinqiao Export Processing Zone in Pudong Shanghai and is scheduled to open at the end of October, 2009.Regal…
Air Charter International focuses on Asia growth
DUBAI, November 2/PRNewswire/ -- According to the Boeing's Vice President - Marketing, Randy Tinseth, "Twenty years from now more than 40 percent of the world's airline…
Frasers to open new Shanghai served residences
Singapore, October 30, 2009: - Frasers Hospitality Pte Ltd (Frasers) today became the largest branded international operator of serviced residences in Shanghai with the signing of its new…