Fujian Media Group showcases Pingtan culture with new video series
The Fujian Media Group released a series of short videos geared towards promoting the traditional culture and heritage of Pingtan.
Sabre and Bagtag announce agreement
BAGTAG, a leader in innovative baggage solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Sabre Corporation, a global technology provider for the travel industry.
Icelandair becomes the first airline to launch BAGTAG crew solution
Icelandair announces the launch of the BAGTAG Crew Solution. After a successful PoC, they are introducing the innovation upcoming October, making Icelandair the first airline to introduce…
Langtang Valley Trek
Although the Langtang Valley is the nearest destination and can be reached by a day’s drive from the Kathmandu Valley, this area remains unknown to the bulk of trekkers and is less preferred…
“Strategic and practical sense”: GTA rebrands in Korea
Spanish firm Hotelbeds has revealed that it will be bringing its GTA brand under the Bedsonline umbrella, in Korea, this week.
The latest appointments from GTA, Carlson Wagonlit, Sala Resorts and more
HUI WAN CHUA will become the GTA's new vice president of sales & marketing for Asia, based in Singapore. She joins the company from Zuji.com where she was CEO. Previously, Ms Chua…
Hotelbeds着眼亚洲扩张 继GTA收购之后
Hotelbeds集团日前相继收购了Tourico Holidays和GTA，正在极具战略性的继续扩张亚洲市场，GTA执行总监Carlos Muñoz日前与Travel Daily进行了一 i对话。
在日本周于Avani Riverside酒店办的MarketHub亚洲活动上，Muñoz表示，收购GTA的决定代表了一步战略性的步伐，将进军亚洲市场。…
Hotelbeds eyes Asian expansion following GTA acquisition
Hotelbeds Group is making a strategic push into the Asian market following its recent acquisitions of Tourico Holidays and GTA, the company’s bedbank managing director, Carlos Muñoz, has…
GTA加入Hotelbeds集团
旅行行业的全球酒店住宿和B2B服务提供商Hotelbeds Group日前宣布GTA加入其Bedbank业务单元的计划。
Joan Vilà，Hotelbeds集团执行总裁表示，“公布GTA将加入Hotelbeds集团是一件非常振奋人心的事。”…
Global exhibition organisers express confidence in Thailand as MICE destination
Several of the world’s leading exhibition organisations expressed their confidence in Thailand as a global MICE destination at The Exhibition Industry Summit 2024.
Six Countries One Destination initiative may boost Vietnam’s tourism sector
The Six Countries, One Destination visa initiative modelled after Europe’s Schengen visa could be instrumental in boosting the Vietnamese tourism sector.
This Halloween, stay in University Rooms in UK
Oxford, Cambridge, London and York are some of Britain’s oldest cities…and allegedly most haunted.
Viking Celebrates Historic Return to China
Viking is celebrating a historic milestone as the Viking Yi Dun completed its inaugural voyage from Shanghai to Hong Kong (Shenzhen). This marks Viking’s return
Viking announces expansion of China offering with new voyages starting in 2025
Viking announced six new itineraries in Asia that will expand exclusive access for guests to Japan and China, with Tibet (Xizang) in 2025.
Anantara Golden Triangle casts spotlight on conservation for World Elephant Day
Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort teamed up with the Golden Triangle Asian Elephant Foundation (GTAEF) to boost awareness on nature conservation as it celebrated World…
DMO’s emerge as unlikely lynchpin to help suppliers win with AI
A recent Travel Tech Thinktank event organized by Web in Travel (WIT) in Japan has uncovered a huge opportunity for grass roots suppliers to leverage AI and fight back against a couple of…
New Australian walking company ‘Iconic Walks’ releases first product range
A new Australian-based walking company has launched its web site and revealed its initial product range offering walks in Australia, Nepal and Canada, and plans for eco lodge accommodation…
Frasers Hospitality debuts in Taiwan with Fraser Residence Taipei
Frasers Hospitality, a strategic business unit of Frasers Property, announced its maiden foray into Taiwan with its first premium serviced apartment in Taipei, in partnership with Hongtai…
Direct Melbourne-Hangzhou flights to start in June
Beijing Capital Airlines is adding a second non-stop route from Melbourne.
The post Direct Melbourne-Hangzhou flights to start in June first appeared on Stray Nomad Travel News.
SITA unveils latest evolution in total airport management
SITA, a technology company in the air transport industry, has launched its trailblazing airport management tool, the SITA Airport Operations Total Optimizer, during the Passenger Terminal…
Viking announces new Mongolia extension for China voyages starting in 2024
Viking announced that for the first time it is offering guests destination-focused experiences in Mongolia with the new Spirit of Mongolia extension programme.
Phuket is now the largest leisure property market in the world with branded residences supply topping USD2.3 Billion
New report from C9 Hotelworks reflects a blurring of the lines between global hotel brands and real estate as destination development hits new heights.
Thailand’s Sansiri, CG Capital, and Standard International Launch Exclusive Residences
Thailand’s Sansiri, CG Capital, and Standard International Launch Exclusive Residences
by Andrew J Wood
BANGKOK, February 7, 2024 : Global lifestyle brand, Standard International,…
Where to stay in Asia on every budget
Asia is the most populated continent in the world, a hub of arts & culture. Each region is unique, from the bustling city of Bangkok to the never-ending nature in Borneo.
Accor continues its expansion across Asia
Accor is pleased to share its recent signings for November 2023, underscoring its unwavering dedication to extending its reach while delivering unparalleled experiences throughout Asia.
TUI launches biggest tours program for summer 2025
TUI has launched its biggest ever tours program for summer 2025, with 56 TUI Tours on offer, including new tours in destinations such as Kenya and Crete.
Top ten Canadian cities for digital nomads
The digital nomad lifestyle is continuing to grow, with 35 million people now working remotely across the world.
Dusit International held two-city ‘China Roadshow’ in Beijing and Shanghai
Dusit International presented its expanding portfolio of Dusit Hotels and Resorts in China and beyond as part of a two-city ‘China Roadshow’ for leading trade and media partners, which took…
Centara and Thai Hospitality Management Company Limited sign HMA for second Bangkok hotel together
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator and Thai Hospitality Management Company Limited. announced the signing of a Hotel Management Agreement (HMA) for Centra by…
Centara and Thai Hospitality Management Company Limited sign HMA for 2nd Bangkok Hotel together
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s hotel operator and Thai Hospitality Management Company Limited announced the signing of a Hotel Management Agreement (HMA) for Centra by Centara…
Airbus ramps up cooperation with China aviation industry
by: Harry Johnson |
New agreement will contribute to Airbus’ overall rate objective of 75 aircraft per month in 2026 throughout its global production network
Full article: Airbus ramps up…
Oceanwide Expeditions Partners with the Polar Tourism Guides Association
Oceanwide Expeditions and the Polar Tourism Guiding Association (PTGA) announce Oceanwide’s new status as an Accredited Provider for the PTGA.
WebBeds promotes Lola Diaz to SVP Sales for Europe
WebBeds has bolstered its European leadership team by promoting Lola Diaz to SVP Sales, Europe, emphasising the importance of Europe as the largest source market region of its global…
New study reveals the best European ski resorts for non-skiers
Ski season is officially upon us, which means it is time for non-skiers to watch Instagram stories of snowy chalets and posts of our friends whizzing down the slopes, all while they sit on…
Best Way to Travel Nepal in Limited Time
Travelling in Nepal is full of fun and adventure. It takes lots of time to travel Nepal as the touristic destination is located at far corner of Himalayas. You have to come up with more than…
Orlando celebrates Halloween with frights and fun all season long
Orlando invites visitors to celebrate Halloween with a line-up of spook-tacular events and experiences at the destination’s theme parks and attractions beyond the parks.
Guests can…
Fall in love with the East and stay in Best Western hotels in Asia
Asia is reopening and this is the perfect opportunity to explore and fall in love again with the region. Pack your bags and stay in one of Best Western hotels in Asia.
Spend sustainable holidays in Best Western Premier hotels in Asia
Best Western Premier hotels in Asia are leading the field in bridging between profit and sustainability as it puts the latter front and centre.
A ‘Sarojin Cares’ package for every type of traveller
Thailand’s luxurious boutique residence, The Sarojin, has been gearing up for the return of international travellers with the creation of ‘Sarojin Cares’ packages to suit every type of…
SAii Laguna Phuket launches new meetings & events centre
SAii Laguna Phuket, the free-spirited lifestyle resort on Phuket’s stunning sunset coast, is now set to become one of the island’s most impressive venues for corporate and social events,…
Singapore takes further steps to restore pre-Covid-19 normalcy
As the daily infection numbers continue to decline, Singapore government is now confident to proceed with further easing community and travel measures.
Banyan Tree Group launches first Banyan Tree Veya in Phuket, Thailand
Banyan Tree Group, one of the world’s leading independent hospitality groups, announces the launch of new wellbeing brand Banyan Tree Veya within its multi-brand ecosystem.
What’s up in Grenada? New voluntourism programme
Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) has launched a new voluntourism programme, offering visitors to the tri-island state a chance to engage with the local community
Best Western welcomes the world back to Thailand with rebooted “Test & Go” package
With Thailand’s “Test & Go” program for quarantine-free travel that resumed on 1 February 2022, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts is ready to welcome international travellers back to…
HOMA Phuket Town introduces new co-living concept to APAC
HOMA Phuket Town is a 505-unit community that blends the benefits of a serviced apartment with the facilities of a four-star hotel.
WebBeds appoints James Phillips as Americas region president
WebBeds, the world’s fastest growing B2B travel intermediary, providing accommodation and ground product distribution services to the travel industry, has announced the appointment of James…
Grenada becomes world’s first Culinary Capital
tri-island state of Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique has been named the world’s first Culinary Capital by the World Food Travel Association (WFTA)
S Hotels’ free-spirited lifestyle brand celebrates homecoming as two beachfront resorts open in Thailand
SAii, free-spirited upper-upscale lifestyle brand from S Hotels and Resorts, Thailand’s homegrown hotel group, has opened first two resorts in Thailand– SAii Laguna Phuket and SAii Phi Phi…
The new tourism trend Pattaya family beach houses sleeping 6-8 people
A new trend has emerged in the Pattaya tourism sector. As more and more Bangkok residents are traveling to the eastern seaboard for short term holidays, family resort homes are becoming…
Stay Thai, Your Style! Airbnb unveils domestic travel campaign for Thailand
As part of Airbnb’s ongoing commitment and in support of the government’s efforts to help drive Thailand’s tourism recovery, Airbnb has launched a domestic travel campaign Stay Thai, Your…
Waterfall dining, jungle adventures and watersports at The Sarojin in Khao Lak
Thailand's five-star 56-roomed boutique residence, The Sarojin, has launched a brand new ‘Sarojin Cares Adventure’ package for travellers wanting to explore Khao Lak’s jungles, waters,…
5 action-packed stays perfect for weekend breaks and family holidays
Whether you’re seeking for an action-packed adventure or a cultural enriched journey, here are five options which will keep almost everyone inspired, rejuvenated and satisfied.
Skal Krabi Develops Edible Rooftops
Skal Krabi inaugurated a roof top community farming concept to help feed the local communities during these unprecedented challenging times.
Tourism Authority Thailand hosts first Krabi Carbon Neutral Meeting
The green image of Krabi came alive on the Sky Garden of ANANA Ecological Resort Krabi at a TAT carbon neutral tourism event courtesy of the Anana Seagrass Carbon Compensation scheme.
Anantara Hotels spotlights sustainability champions on Earth Day
2020 marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. In honour of this milestone, Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas turns the lens on its sustainability champions with the release of a short…
Get set go! Laguna Phuket gears up for Singha’s first beach obstacle trail run
Destination resort Laguna Phuket will host an exciting new sporting event, The Singha obstacle Trail Run on 2 May 2020. Dubbed ‘Keng’ (meaning -to excel), the race will be Singha’s very…
Khiri Travel unveils new multi-generation tours for Southeast Asia
Khiri Travel has launched seven tour options in Southeast Asia designed for parents, children and grandchildren travelling together. The seven itineraries range from six to 12 days in…
Alternative accommodation for community living
We talk to Tony Chisholm, COO at GCP Hospitality
‘Transformation for Tourism Evolution’ lands in the Caribbean
Significant advantages arise for those tourism related companies that are able to transform through any diversity in order to remain competitive in today's changing global tourism…
From resort retreat to city chic: Pullman Hotels G in Thailand
We look at Pullman Pattaya Hotel G and Pullman Bangkok Hotel G
“We want to add value to local communities as well as clients”
We talk to GCP Hospitality COO, Tony Chisholm
Mauritius bets big on golf travellers from India
To promote Mauritius as a golfing destination, Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA) organised Mauritius Tourism Invitational Golf Tournaments in collaboration with India Golf…
Alternative accommodation for community living
Ride-sharing; home-sharing; space-sharing... the list of community-focussed words that form part of our everyday lives seems to grow on a weekly basis. It's now a regular occurence to take a…
‘My team turnover is always zero’ says Mida Grande Phuket GM
With Mida Hospitality Group's (MHG) new hotel, the Mida Grande Resort Phuket, set for its launch in Q4 of 2019, the Thai company has chosen industry veteran Patrick Bhulsuk to lead open the…
G Talk: “Creating a community within the hotels”
We spoke to Marc Bichet, chief marketing officer at GCP Hospitality, to learn more about the GTalk initiative:
Environment-friendly culture: Discovery Shores Boracay embraces sustainability
“We can close Boracay every year, but if the people will not change, it will be all for naught.” Those are the inspiring words of Joegil Magtanggol Escobar, interim manager of Discovery…
Hotelbeds commits to ME with new Dubai nerve centre
Spanish based bedbank behemoth Hotelbeds, proved their commitment to building a presence in the Middle East and Africa today, with the announcement that it has opened a brand new office in…
Thailand, India dominate Asia’s Top 25 Beaches
Thailand and India proved they have the most beautiful beaches in the region as both countries have the most entry in this year’s Top 25 Beaches in Asia by TripAdvisor.
Destination Asia: The top 12 platforms generating Asian booking revenue
Acquisition platform Siteminder, has revealed its annual list of OTA’s and websites which have brought the highest total booking revenue to Asia in 2018.
Bedsonline extends +3% commission for TA’s across the globe
Bedsonline, has announced the extension of its +3% commission campaign for agents throughout the firm’s extensive global network, after a highly successful 2018.
Bedsonline forges online transition with commission campaign
Bedsonline has announced the ‘overwhelming success’ of its holiday season +3% commission campaign — a step towards the full transition to its new platform.
Hotelbeds: Year-end review and forecast trends for 2019
Tech provider and distributor Hotelbeds has released industry comments and insights about the year in travel and its forecasts for 2019.
SBC Travel acquires Dream Holidays Planner ahead its launch
Continuing to strengthen its position in the travel industry, Singapore-based travel agency and subsidiary of Swissbloc Capital, SBC Travel, has announced that it will purchase…
Dusit Thani Phuket completes refurbishment in time for festive season
Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket, a full-service beach resort on the north-west coast of Thailand’s largest island, recently underwent enhancement work and is now ready to provide Thai inspired…
Hotelbeds hooks up with Millennium Hotels to access 1.4 million room nights
Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR) and Hotelbeds, have announced their new partnership to boost MHR’s distribution with access to the bedbank’s global network.
Hotelbeds: China source market grows by double digits
Leading bedbank Hotelbeds Group has confirmed the continuation of strong growth in wholesale sales in the Chinese source market.
Best foot forward: BW Premier Collection debuts in Thailand
Best Western Hotels & Resorts has announced a new agreement to introduce its prestigious BW Premier Collection by Best Western brand to Phuket.
Minor Hotels announces two new M Collection resorts in China
Minor Hotels has signed two new management contracts in China under the company’s M Collection brand of hotels and bespoke travel experiences.
Hotelbeds Group refreshes Bedsonline with pumped up portfolio
After buying rivals GTA and Tourico Holidays, accommodation supplier Hotelbeds Group consolidated all brands in a single platform – Bedsonline.
Hotelbeds introduces “first service focused on Fully Independent Travellers”
Hotelbeds, global bedbank and b2b service provider, has announced that its Ancillary Bank division has launched a new concierge service for its “end traveller" via the organisation’s third…
Hotelbeds Group increases reservation of Russian hotels by 100% during FIFA 2018
Hotelbeds Group, the worlds leading bed bank, has announced a surge in reservations of over 100% for Russian hotels due to the FIFA World Cup tournament from 14 June to 15 July.
Bedsonline to launch Chinese language website aimed at TAs at ITB Shanghai
Hotelbeds subsidiary Bedsonline, has announced today the launch of its enhanced Chinese language website, just in time for ITB Shanghai on16-18 May.
Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort joins MICE revolution in Thailand
Following a detailed submission and on-site inspections, the Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort has passed all systems tests to earn the official Thailand MICE Venue Standard (TMVS)…
Hotelbeds group nets €110M from sales of Destination Management operations to TUI
Hotelbeds Group has announced the sale of its Destination Management operations for enterprise value of €110 million to TUI.
This goes against the grain of Hotelbeds' recent behaviour as…
Holiday Inn ng IHG magbubukas sa gitna ng Cebu Business Park
Ang unang Holiday Inn sa Cebu City ay magkakaroon ng 180 guest rooms na dinisenyo para sa mga business travellers.
DOT: Isusulong ang mas malaking papel ng Mindanao sa turismo ng bansa
Naniniwala ang Department of Tourism (DOT) na oras na para simulan ang mga mahahalagang proyekto sa Mindanao upang makatulong sa turismo ng Pilipinas.
Startup brings the heat to Vietnam’s hospitality, tech industries
BedLinker is a Vietnamese joint stock company providing technology solutions that allow hotels, travel agents and tour operators to work together. The start-up founded by Thuan Dao, whose…
Mas mahigpit na batas, ipatutupad sa Boracay
Sa gitna ng mga ulat ng polusyon sa dagat at pagbaha sa mga kalsada, tinitiyak ng mga awtoridad ng Pilipinas ang pagpapanumbalik sa Isla ng Boracay.
Ayusin ang industriyang panghimpapawid ng Pilipinas, mungkahi ng AsBAA
The Asian Business Aviation Association (AsBAA) recently held a site visit and investment trip to the Philippines. Led by its Philippine chapter, the agenda for this visit were to resolve…
New lodging solution lets travel buyers access almost 1 million hotel choices
Texas-based Sabre has partnered with Bedsonline, TravelBound and the Expedia Affiliate Network (EAN) to make their content available in its new inventory and rate options solution.…
Batanes ang boto ng mga netizen sa #CEBFlyMeTo ng Cebu Pacific
Batanes ang unang go-to destination ng mga netizen ayon sa Facebook crowdsourcing campaign ng Cebu Pacific.
Hotelbeds Group confirms new Bedbank structure
Hotelbeds Group, the leading bedbank worldwide and provider of business-to-business services to the global travel industry, has today confirmed the new departmental structure of its Bedbank…
Hilton add 331 rooms to “strategically critical market” with Hilton Fuzhou
Visitors to the rapidly expanding city of Fuzhou now have access to some of the most striking views in the city with the opening of Hilton Fuzhou. The coastal city's second Hilton property,…
Q&A: Grenada Tourism Authority
Travel Daily Media catches up with Patricia Maher, CEO at the Grenada Tourism Authority.
What is your role and how long have you held it?
I oversee the Grenada Tourism…
G Adventures rebrands youth travel style
G Adventures has rebranded its ‘Yolo’ programme of tours for younger travellers to ‘18-to-Thirtysomethings’.
The refresh is being made to make it clear to customers that these trips are…
Hotelbeds: potential for China market “vast and almost unimaginable”
Hotelbeds Group, has announced today – at the ITB Asia event taking place in Singapore – outstanding growth in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region during the 2016/17.
Mövenpick’s Kilo of Kindness
Big-hearted guests at 46 Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts properties around the world have donated 8,500kg of food, clothing and educational supplies to support disadvantaged families, it was…
Dusit signs double development on China’s south coast
Dusit International has signed an agreement to manage a pair of new properties on China’s south coast, in Guangdong province.
The Thai hotel group's Chinese subsidiary, Dusit Fudu, will…
Tourism zone set for southern Laos
Officials in Laos have given the green light for the development of a new trade and tourism zone in the southern province of Champassak.
The Vientiane Times reports that the…
Flight Centre agrees to acquire Asian hotel group
Flight Centre Travel Group has agreed to acquire Bespoke Hospitality Management Asia (BHMAsia), the Bangkok-based hotel management company.
The acquisition will be the Australia's based…
Tourism Cares Channels the Philanthropic Passion and Commitment of the Travel Industry
Seven trillion dollars and 284 million jobs: According to the World Travel and Tourism Council, that’s how much money and how many jobs the travel and tourism industry generated last year…
Travel Agents: Learn How You Can Serve The Demand For Meaningful Travel
Tourism Cares is a charitable community in the travel and tourism industry that strives to unite travelers through giving. Recently, they created a course specifically for travel sellers to…
Hotelbeds Group completes Tourico acquisition
Hotelbeds Group has finalised its acquisition of Tourico Holidays, taking a 100% stake in the US-based travel wholesaler.
Regulatory and legal procedures were completed today (8 June…
Go for NO – Traits of a Fearless Entrepreneur – #15 of 25
You have to ASK to get
Percy Ross, a self made millionaire that was famous for his generous giving, said the worlds most powerful and neglected secret to success was asking. I believe that…
Brewdog Unveils Plans To Open World’s First Crowdfunded Craft Beer Hotel
“The DogHouse” will boast a craft beer spa, beer taps in the bedrooms and a hot tub filled with flagship beer, Punk IPA. Keen craft beer fans can contribute to the development via BrewDog’s…
Wyndham makes double launch in Korea
Wyndham Hotel Group has continued its rapid expansion in South Korea with the opening of a pair of new Ramada Encore hotels in South Korea.
Located in the cities of Seoul and…
Three Trekkers Set to Traverse Nepal’s Entire Great Himalaya Trail
Adventure travel specialist World Expeditions announces the start of its exclusive trek along the Great Himalaya Trail (GHT) in Nepal on February 26, 2017. Three trekkers are set to embark…
GROWTH: Laura Stack – Doing the Right Things Right
Laura Stack-Doing the Right Things Right: How the Effective Executive Spends Time Doing the Right Things Right
Invest 55-minutes in yourself by listening to this interview with Laura on…
Mövenpick takes over luxury Hua Hin resort
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has secured the contract to manage a luxury resort in Hua Hin, on Thailand's Gulf coast.
The existing Asara Villa & Suite Resort is a 96-key property…
Ascott kicks off 2017 with multi-property deal in China
Ascott, the Singapore-based serviced apartment operator, has started the year strongly by securing contracts for another six properties in China.
The company has expanded its…
