Thomas Glaser takes the helm of The Westin Jakarta
The Westin Jakarta announced the appointment of hospitality sector veteran Thomas Glaser as its new general manager.
Jesper Soerensen takes helm at 25hours Hotel Jakarta The Oddbird
25hours Hotels announced the appointment of Jesper Soerensen as the general manager of its upcoming property 25hours Hotel Jakarta The Oddbird.
Jakarta to host first-ever Wonderful Indonesia Tourism Fair
Jakarta welcomes travel professionals from around the world this October as it hosts the country’s first-ever business-to-business (B2B) tourism event, the Wonderful Indonesia Tourism Fair…
TransNusa successfully launches maiden Jakarta-Subang flight
TransNusa successfully launched its maiden Jakarta - Subang flight on 1 August providing an alternate route to Kuala Lumpur.
Pan Pacific Hotels Group expands into the heart of Jakarta’s CBD
Pan Pacific Hotels Group (PPHG) announces the opening of PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Jakarta in January 2024.
PARKROYAL serviced suites Jakarta opens
Anticipation is building as PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Jakarta, the city’s urban sanctuary is set to open its doors early January 2024.
TransNusa becomes second Indonesian Airline to offer Jakarta – Guangzhou Route
Indonesian airline, PT TransNusa Aviation Mandiri (TransNusa), the new player with new rules, announced that it would become the second airline in the country to introduce commercial flights…
500 Bali and Jakarta Tourism Workers Complete PATA Training
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In Bali and Jakarta, PATA needs analysis showed that informal workers required new skills to better manage their businesses.
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Gather for Love: Sheraton Grand Jakarta Gandaria City Hotel’s Exclusive Wedding Open House
Renowned as one of the prestigious wedding venues, Sheraton Grand Jakarta Gandaria City Hotel invites soon-to-be brides and grooms to its first wedding open house.
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Jakarta becomes Accor’s ‘City of ALL’
City of ALL, Accor’s spectacular five-day brand showcase, will arrive in Jakarta this month with an immersive event that is set to provide exclusive offers, enticing discounts and uplifting…
Qatar Airways’ Doha-Jakarta flight diverted to Mumbai due to technical snag
A Qatar Airways flight travelling from Doha to Jakarta in Indonesia was diverted to Mumbai due to a technical snag on Wednesday.
KLM resumes flights from Kuala Lumpur and Jakarta from 31 October
For its winter 2022-2023 schedule, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will offer flights from Kuala Lumpur and Jakarta as of 31 October 2022.
Park Hyatt Jakarta officially opens in the heart of tranquil Menteng area
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the opening of Park Hyatt Jakarta, marking the highly anticipated debut of the Park Hyatt brand in Indonesia.
Park Hyatt Jakarta Opens In The Heart Of Menteng
Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today the opening of Park Hyatt Jakarta, marking the highly anticipated debut of the Park Hyatt brand in Indonesia.
Park Hyatt Jakarta Opens In The Heart…
Indonesia bans entry of foreign tourists at Jakarta Airport
Indonesia has temporarily banned foreign tourists entering the country through Jakarta’s airport, the Transport Ministry said, in a bid to slow a spike in coronavirus infections driven by…
Swiss-Belhotel reveals the MICE potential of new Jakarta property
Swiss-Belhotel International unveiled its latest project Indonesian project today, with the launch of Swiss-Belresidences Rasuna Epicentrum in Indonesia.
Jakarta Palembang 2018: host hotel receives first MICE-fueled five-star hotel
Wyndham makes its inaugural launch in Palembang, Indonesia with the opening of Wyndham Opi Hotel, the new 5-star hub of the city.
MICE is nice: The top 4 meetings and events locations in Jakarta
Cited as the world’s number one most popular location per tag stories and the eight most posted cities by Instagram in 2017, Jakarta’s tourism industry has traditionally been powered by the…
GM for new Park Hyatt Jakarta, set to open this year, revealed
Park Hyatt Jakarta has announced the appointment of Fredrik Harfors as general manager effective immediately. Park Hyatt Jakarta is expected to open its doors in the second half of 2018 and…
Archipelago International opens Hotel NEO+ Kebayoran in Jakarta
Indonesian hotel management company Archipelago International, continues the rapid expansion of its Hotel NEO label with the opening of the Hotel NEO+ Kebayoran – the first Hotel NEO+ in…
Where to Stay: new hotels in Beijing, Jakarta, Yangon and more
Hilton Yantai
Location: Within the Shimao Skyscraper, a 323-metre-high building in Yantai, overlooking the Bohai Strait in China's Shandong province
Grade: Upper-upscale
Keys: 252…
International flights start from Jakarta T3
International flights have commenced at Terminal 3 of Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
The new terminal's first international services departed on 1 May 2017, with Garuda…
Where to Stay: New hotels in Jakarta, LA, Bangkok, Shanghai, and more…
Ayana Midplaza Jakarta
Location: The site of the former InterContinental Midplaza Jakarta on Jalan Sudirman
Grade: Luxury
Keys: 366
Facilities: Seven F&B outlets, spa, 24-hour…
Where to Stay: New hotels in London, Jakarta, LA and more…
Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square (pictured above)
Location: In the former headquarters of the Port of London Authority, in the city's business district near Tower Bridge…
Bali, Jakarta to welcome 70% of Indo visitors
Approximately 70% of international visitors to Indonesia in 2017 are expected to travel to just two destinations: Bali and Jakarta.
The Indonesian government is targeting a total of…
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…
Plaza Premium Group opens its flagship lounge in Vancouver
Hong Kong’s Plaza Premium Group announced the opening of its flagship Canadian airport lounge at the Vancouver International Airport.
Heavens Portfolio to represent AYANA Hospitality in India
Heavens Portfolio, the luxury hospitality and tourism representation company in Asia has announced the addition of AYANA Hospitality Group to its growing clientele of hotel and destinations…
China’s Sunmei Hotels Group begins expansion into Indonesia
The Sunmei Hotels Group formally announced the establishment of a new international business division on Tuesday, 26th November.
Indonesia expands e-Visa-on-Arrival service to 97 nations
To boost its standing in the global tourism and business sectors, Indonesia announced the expansion of its e-Visa on Arrival (e-VOA) service to 97 countries.
Indonesia seeks to boost tourism sector’s contribution to national economy
Indonesia’s minister for national development planning declared that the government seeks to amp up the contribution of the tourism sector to the country’s economy.
Accor pushes for further expansion in Asia with 27 signings this year
Global hospitality firm Accor accelerated its growth within Asia this year by securing 27 hotel signings and 8,117 keys within the region.
Japan Airlines flying the flag high for Expo 2025 Osaka
Japan Airlines is helping promote Expo 2025 Osaka, with special livery on one of its Boeing 787-8 aircraft operating international routes.
Singapore Airlines and Garuda Indonesia set to boost capacity and connectivity within Q4-2024
Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Garuda Indonesia announced that they will jointly boost flight frequencies between Jakarta, Indonesia, and Singapore in the fourth quarter of 2024.
Scoot expands network with new routes to China, Indonesia, and Vietnam
Scoot announced the launch of three new flight services to Phu Quoc in Vietnam, Padang in Indonesia, and Shantou in China.
flydubai and Batik Air announce interline agreement
flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, and Batik Air Malaysia have announced an interline agreement that will offer flydubai passengers access to more than 40 destinations across Batik Air’s…
Royal Brunei Airlines launches direct flights to Chennai
Royal Brunei Airlines (RB) announced the official launch of its new direct flight route between Bandar Seri Begawan and Chennai, India.
Bali International Convention Centre reveals result of extensive renovations
The Bali International Convention Centre in Nusa Dua recently announced the completion of its extensive renovations.
Air India and Singapore Airlines expand codeshare agreement
Air India and Singapore Airlines (SIA) recently agreed to significantly expand their codeshare agreement, adding 11 Indian cities and another 40 international destinations to their…
Trip.com Group reports surge in global cruise bookings
Trip.com Group reported a remarkable surge in global cruise bookings, with a 344 percent year-on-year growth.
Nicolas Mercier takes general manager role at Hotel Indigo Bangkok Wireless Road
Hotel Indigo Bangkok Wireless Road announced the appointment of Nicolas Mercier as its new general manager.
AirAsia boosts Kuala Lumpur International Airport as global LCC hub
AirAsia continues to add lustre to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA)’s status as the world’s leading low-cost carrier (LCC) megahub.
Swissôtel celebrates its annual Vitality Week from 7-13 October
Swissôtel, a globally recognised symbol of Swiss hospitality excellence, is proud to mark the return of its annual Vitality Week.
Mulia Hotels presents its enhanced guest-friendly website
Mulia Hotels announced the launch of its newly redesigned website which offers an enhanced and user-friendly experience for guests seeking extraordinary stays at The Mulia, Mulia Resort…
The Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore announces new key appointments
The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore announced two new appointments within its leadership.
Macao, Hong Kong, and Guangdong promote the Greater Bay Area in Indonesia
Officials from Macao, Hong Kong, and Guangdong held an overseas tourism promotional event for the Greater Bay Area in Jakarta, Indonesia.
AYANA Hospitality Group updates its AYANA Rewards loyalty programme
AYANA Hospitality Group announced that it has updated its AYANA Rewards loyalty programme with a broader selection of privileges for its members.
Thai Airways extends partnership with Gulf Air
Thai Airways and Gulf Air announced the expansion of their long-standing partnership, strengthening their joint commitment to provide passengers with seamless travel options across their…
Tourism Authority of Thailand takes its Amazing Thailand Road Show to Indonesia
TAT officials are currently in Indonesia as they bring the Amazing Thailand Road Show to the cities of Medan, Jakarta, and Bali.
Indonesia reports tourism sector recovering well
Hotel analytics firm Hotelivate released its report on the Indonesian tourism sector which shows that it is recovering well thanks to a spike in tourist arrivals in Bali and Jakarta.
Macao Government Tourism Office joins Holiyaay Travel Fair in Surabaya
The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) participated at this year’s Holiyaay Travel Fair held in Surabaya, Indonesia from 29th August to 1st September.
Ta’aktana Labuan Bajo announces bar takeover series
Ta’aktana Labuan Bajo proudly announces the launch of its bar takeover event series at its vibrant overwater destination, Maiga! Bar.
Tourism Authority of Thailand welcomes AirAsia’s maiden flight from Bali to Phuket
TAT welcomed AirAsia’s maiden flight from Bali’s Denpasar Airport flying directly into Phuket with a special ceremony.
BWH Hotels continues global expansion with latest addition to Best Western chain
BWH Hotels announced the launch of its first hotel in Papua province; the Best Western Sagita Hotel Jayapura.
Three Asian cities ranked among world’s 10 best workcation sites
A new report from the International Workplace Group shows that workcations have grown in popularity over the past several years.
Air India Express launches virtual interline platform with Scoot as first partner
Air India Express has become the first Indian airline to launch a Virtual Interline platform, offering flyers a wider range of booking options.
Emirates to operate second A380 Service to Bali to serve seasonal demand
Emirates has announced that it will operate a second daily A380 service between Dubai and Bali, starting 1 September and until 26 October, to meet the surge in travel demand to the island…
Indonesia raises concerns on overtourism in Bali
Indonesian authorities expressed concerns that Bali may be at risk for overcrowding in light of the recent boom in island tourism.
TransNusa flights from Subang commence 1 August
Malaysian airport authorities selected Indonesian airline TransNusa as the first foreign airline to start flights from Subang Airport in Kuala Lumpur.
AirAsia’s direct route to Labuan Bajo to boost Malaysia-Indonesia connectivity
AirAsia's 21st route between Malaysia and Indonesia is seen as a welcome enhancement to its Southeast Asian route network
Regulatory Nod for Garuda-Singapore Airlines Joint Venture
Garuda Indonesia and Singapore Airlines have received the approval of the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (CCCS) for their commercial joint venture agreement. This
Emirates brings signature dedicated lounge experience to Jeddah
Emirates has officially opened the doors to its first ever lounge in the region at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
DoubleTree by Hilton surpasses 100 properties in Asia-Pacific
DoubleTree by Hilton marks a significant milestone as it expands to over 100 properties within the region
Garuda Indonesia, SIA joint venture approved
The approval enables the airlines to strengthen their existing partnership and delve into a wider range of mutually beneficial commercial initiatives.
Scoot launches ‘July Thematic Sale’
Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of the Singapore Airlines, has launched its July Thematic Sale, offering exceptional deals on one-way economy fares inclusive of taxes.
Kita Food Festival returns to Kuala Lumpur in September 2024 and Singapore from January to March 2025
Food-lovers rejoice as Kita Food Festival returns to Malaysia and Singapore for its fourth instalment, kicking off in Kuala Lumpur from September 4 – 8, then Singapore from January to March…
Etihad Airways celebrates launch of direct flights to Bali
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, touched down for the first time in Denpasar, Bali, marking the launch of regular services between Abu Dhabi and the paradise island…
Abercrombie & Kent brings you the curated odyssey expedition through Raja Ampat’s Pristine Wonders
A&K is announcing Raja Ampat & the Spice Islands (7–25 March 2025) a 14-day journey specially designed to fully immerse travellers in sights, sounds and experiences found nowhere…
DoubleTree by Hilton connects communities across Asia Pacific with ‘Feel Good Moments’
DoubleTree by Hilton, renowned for its warm and caring service, announces the launch of ‘Share a Feel Good Moment Month’ in celebration of its 100th hotel opening in Asia Pacific.
TA’AKTANA, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Labuan Bajo debuts with 70 keys in Indonesia
The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announces the opening of TA’AKTANA, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Labuan…
Garuda Indonesia and Singapore Airlines Forge Stronger Ties with Enhanced Partnership
In a landmark move, Garuda Indonesia (GA) and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have pledged to strengthen their commercial ties today. This heralds a new era of
Garuda Indonesia and Singapore Airlines strengthen commercial partnership
Garuda Indonesia (GA) and Singapore Airlines (SIA) committed to deepen their commercial partnership, with the aim of offering reciprocal benefits for their frequent flyer programme members,…
Vietjet targets 27 million passengers and a 25% dividend payout for 2024
Vietjet Aviation Joint Stock Company (HoSE: VJC) recently concluded its 2024 General Meeting of Shareholders (GMS), where it approved the annual business plan for 2024.
Vietjet’s Q1 performance sets new standards for aviation growth
Overcoming the challenging aircraft shortages in the aviation industry, Vietjet Aviation Joint Stock Company has reported outstanding business performance in Q1/2024, providing a strong…
New hotels to stay at from IHG Hotels & Resorts across South East Asia and beyond
Making travel plans for the long weekends? Why not start by looking at some of the incredible hotels, including ones under new brands, in familiar destinations, that IHG Hotels &…
Oceania Cruises Announces Free Pre-Cruise Hotel Stay for 2024 and 2025 Sailings
Oceania Cruises is providing customers an exclusive offer of a complimentary pre-cruise hotel stay on selected sailings in late 2024 and 2025. Starting from 2 April
The post Oceania Cruises…
TransNusa launches five new direct domestic flights
Transnusa becomes first airline to offer direct flight from Bali to world renowned diving destination, Manado.
Ascott’s global loyalty platform ‘Ascott Star Rewards’ achieved record member revenue growth in 2023
The Ascott Limited (Ascott), the lodging business unit wholly owned by CapitaLand Investment (CLI), marked the 5th year of its global loyalty platform, Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), with…
Fly to paradise with IndiGo’s new direct flight from Bengaluru to Bali
IndiGo has commenced daily direct flights between Bengaluru and Denpasar, starting March 29, 2024.
Oceania Cruises offers free pre-cruise hotel stay on a range of sailings in 2024 and 2025
Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has announced that it will offer guests a free pre-cruise hotel stay on a range of sailings throughout…
Journey through Java with Aman
The cultural heartland of Indonesia, Java is studded with ancient treasures engulfed by pea-green paddy fields and rainforests lined with pristine white beaches.
VietJet celebrates the year of the dragon with super deals from just SGD80
From now until 26 February 2024, Vietjet offers hundreds of thousands of Eco tickets starting from just SGD80 (USD60)/one-way (including all taxes and fees), across its entire flight…
IndiGo to Paradise, with direct flight to Bali!
IndiGo, India's preferred airline, is all set to commence operations from Denpasar in Bali, Indonesia, effective March 29, 2024.
Singapore Tourism Board and Traveloka sign MoU to target travellers from Thailand and Southeast Asia
Singapore Tourism Board (STB) has recently renewed its longstanding partnership with Southeast Asia’s leading travel platform, Traveloka, through a one-year Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC)…
Qatar Airways touches down its inaugural flight in Medan, Indonesia
The award-winning airline continues its global expansion, introducing Medan as its third gateway in Indonesia. The national carrier of the State of Qatar will operate three weekly flights to…
Celebrating a 100 million smiles: The 2023 IndiGo Round Up
IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, soared to new heights and touched new frontiers in 2023. Not only did it become India’s first airline to fly 100 million customers, but also the first in…
Holland America Line Highlights 50 Ports Across 11 Countries in 2025-26 Season
Ten unique itineraries and two Pacific Ocean crossings showcase diverse cultural experiences and fresh, regional cuisine.
The post Holland America Line Highlights 50 Ports Across 11…
Vietjet’s gets 102nd aircraft and launches its 5th international route
Vietjet remains steadfast in its commitment to expand its fleet and flight network. The airline recently celebrated the delivery of its 102nd aircraft, a state-of-the-art Airbus A321neo ACF.
Accor to open a bold array of new hotels in 2024
Across all segments and categories, Accor is opening the doors to an impressive collection of exciting new hospitality options across its spectrum of 40+ hospitality brands around the…
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.
Malaysia Airlines launches cyber sale on flights from London Heathrow
Malaysia Airlines, the national carrier of Malaysia and a member of the oneworld Alliance, has now launched its Cyber Sale on flights from London Heathrow to over 30 destinations across…
TransNusa offers cheapest flight to China
Southeast Asia’s first premium service airline, TransNusa, has made history in Indonesia by becoming the second Indonesian airline to have obtained approvals to operate scheduled flights to…
BWH Hotels Brings BW Signature Collections Brand to Indonesia
BWH Hotels has expanded its portfolio in Indonesia with the launch of Alhambra Hotel & Convention, BW Signature Collection, which puts guests in the heart of West Java’s Mount…
CapitaLand Ascott Trust divests two hotels in Australia for AUD109.0 million
CapitaLand Ascott Trust (CLAS) is divesting two mature hotels in Sydney, Australia to an unrelated third party for a total of AUD109.0 million (S$95.6 million1).
The launch of Indonesia’s Muslim-friendly tourism microsite marks the beginning of a new landscape
The Indonesia Muslim-friendly Tourism (IMFT) Microsite was launched at the 5th International Halal Tourism Summit, part of the larger Indonesia Sharia Economic Festival. The initiative…
ONYX Hospitality Group shines bright at ITB Asia 2023
ONYX Hospitality Group, a renowned Bangkok-based hospitality company celebrated for its hotels and resorts, serviced apartments, and luxury residences across Asia Pacific, is delighted to…
Rising passenger numbers and new routes mark the beginning of CSMIA’s Winter Schedule 2023
CSMIA is geared up to provide an extensive network of travel options for its passengers in the upcoming Winter schedule of 2023.
International SOS launches enhanced safe accommodation services
International SOS, the world's leading health and security services company, is thrilled to announce its development of an enhanced safe accommodation service.
Emirates and Batik Air enhance cooperation
Emirates and Batik Air Malaysia today announced a codeshare agreement, allowing Emirates’ customers to access 5 domestic Malaysian cities and 3 regional South East Asia points operated by…
Ascott accelerates growth of “The Crest Collection” brand
The Ascott Limited (Ascott), a lodging business unit wholly owned by CapitaLand Investment (CLI), is on a strong growth trajectory with The Crest Collection brand.
Panorama Destination appoints SCR20 as sales representative for UK and Ireland
For more than 50 years, Panorama have welcomed millions of happy guests to explore beautiful Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand and proudly made ourselves a name for being the most trusted…
Parkroyal Hotels & Resorts launches ‘All Things Local’
PARKROYAL Hotels & Resorts launches a new brand experience enticing guests to go beyond the guidebook and explore the culturally rich precincts of its properties. The ‘All Things…
CapitaLand Ascott Trust completes divestment of four properties in regional France for EUR44.4 million
CapitaLand Ascott Trust (CLAS) has completed the divestment of four mature serviced residences in regional France to an unrelated third party for a total of EUR44.4 million (S$64.7…
Emirates and SriLankan establish reciprocal interline partnership
Emirates and SriLankan Airlines have signed a reciprocal interline agreement to boost connectivity for passengers of both airlines.
Mumbai International Airport witnesses passenger traffic recovery of 108% for August 2023
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) continues its remarkable growth trajectory in terms of passenger traffic for the month of August 2023.
Kuala Lumpur is the most connected airport in APAC – OAG
Travel data platform OAG has released Megahubs 2023, the market’s definitive ranking of the Top 50 most internationally connected airports in the world.
The Global Top 20 Megahubs…
Pan Pacific Hotels Group launches Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore
Pan Pacific Hotels Group announces the official opening of Pan Pacific Orchard – the first brand new property in Singapore to be completed as part of the group’s build and asset…
Malaysia Airlines Launches Three New Indian Routes
By year’s end, Malaysia Airlines will provide three additional flights to India.
Malaysia Airlines will start a twice-weekly service between Kuala Lumpur and Amritsar on the eighth of…
DoubleTree by Hilton Seoul Pangyo opens in Korea with 432 keys
Hilton launches DoubleTree by Hilton in Korea with the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Seoul Pangyo.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts expands Indonesia presence with Indonesia Hospitality Group
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (“Wyndham”) has recently inked three new agreements with Indonesia Hospitality Group. This comes as a lead-up to its participation at the upcoming Tourism,…
Cathay Pacific management changes in Southeast Asia
Cathay Pacific in Southeast Asia is pleased to announce changes to key management roles across the region.
Cathay Pacific’s regional office in Singapore will see the following…
Agoda reveals cheapest domestic, regional, and intercontinental air routes from India
To help bargain hunters on their way, digital travel platform Agoda shares the most affordable routes booked on Agoda in early August by travellers from India.
Accor signs 30 new properties in Asia in June & July 2023
Accor has signed 30 new hotels and resorts across Asia over the last two months under the Group’s Premium, Midscale & Economy brands.
Accor signs 30 new properties across Asia in June and July 2023
Accor, the region’s leading international hospitality operator, has signed 30 new hotels and resorts across Asia over the last two months under the Group’s Premium, Midscale &…
TikTok: 2023’s Hottest Travel Destinations Right Now
New research reveals Barcelona as the most popular destination for travellers seeking adventure through Tik Tok this summer with over 25B views.
VietJet celebrates Vietnam National Day with 2 million discounted tickets for Indian passengers
VietJet, Vietnam’s leading new-age carrier has launched a special offer for their passengers on the occasion of Vietnam National Day.
DidaTravel’s global summer hotel bookings close to doubling pre-pandemic levels
DidaTravel – a tech-driven global travel distribution company – reveals that their global hotel bookings for the summer season (June 1 - August 31) have already surpassed 2019 levels by an…
Vietjet offers attractive promotional tickets starting from VNDO
On the inauguration of the latest service linking Ho Chi Minh City and Jakarta, VietJet, Vietnam’s low-cost carrier, is offering more than one million Zero-fare tickets for travelers.
Vietjet promotes exclusive offer; 88% discount on flight tickets
VietJet, Vietnam’s leading low-cost carrier has recently launched a campaign, "Vietjet Pampers you, Summer Chill”, to announce its heavily discounted offers as part of its Summer 2023…
Vietjet launches Ho Chi Minh City – Tokyo’s Haneda service and boost Southeast Asian flights
Vietjet has recently commenced its inaugural flight between Ho Chi Minh City and Haneda Airport in central Tokyo, offering passengers more choices for affordable air travel between two of…
India remains key growth market for Southeast Asia
Indian tourists are streaming into Southeast Asia, cementing the position as a key growth market for a travel and tourism sector that is feeling the pinch of China's slower-than-expected…
Busiest International Flight Routes for June 2023
Between them, Asia and the Middle East fill nine out of ten places on OAG's list of Busiest International Flight Routes for June 2023
El Niño is back: 10 tourist destinations most likely to be hit hard
At MoneyTransfers.com, we've revealed 10 of the most popular tourist destinations around the world most likely to be impacted by El Niño and heightened climate uncertainty.
Top 10…
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts in Asia Pacific announces “House Of Celebration”
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts in Asia Pacific is inviting guests to its “House of Celebration”, inspiring guests to relive the timeless and storied festivities of the Astors, the iconic…
Regent Seven Seas Cruises tempts luxury travellers with 2025-2026 voyage collection
Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading luxury cruise line, has announced its 2025-2026 Voyage Collection. Showcasing new itineraries and an incredible 29 maiden ports of call in…
Garuda Indonesia and Singapore Airlines propose joint venture agreement to deepen commercial partnership
Garuda Indonesia (GA) and Singapore Airlines (SIA) today announced plans to enter into a joint venture arrangement that would deepen the cooperation between the two carriers, increase…
Marriott Bonvoy collaborates with Dutch Electronic Duo Parallelle to uncover the power of travel through sound
Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s portfolio of 31 extraordinary hotel brands and award-winning travel program, has collaborated with Amsterdam-based multi-instrumentalists and…
Latest generation A220 arrives in Thailand
The latest generation A220 passenger aircraft has arrived in Thailand as part of a demonstration tour of South East Asia.
Singapore beats major cities Tokyo and Hong Kong in new city ranking
Singapore ranks impressively for ASEAN nations in the inaugural Brand Finance City Index released today, in 6th position.
Singapore beats major cities Tokyo and Hong Kong in new city ranking
Singapore ranks impressively for ASEAN nations in the inaugural Brand Finance City Index released today, in 6th position. Bangkok follows in 47th, Kuala Lumpur is 53rd, Jakarta is 70th,…
Pan Pacific Hotels open Pan Pacific Hotel and a Parkroyal Hotel in the heart of Tokyo
Pan Pacific Hotels Group announces the opening of Bellustar Tokyo, A Pan Pacific Hotel and Hotel Groove Shinjuku, A Parkroyal Hotel in the heart of the vibrant district of Shinjuku.
Dusit International appoints Jagdeep Thakral as General Manager of dusitD2 Naseem Resort Jabal Akhdar, Oman
Dusit International, one of Thailand’s hotel and property development companies, has appointed Jagdeep Thakral as General Manager of dusitD2 Naseem Resort Jabal Akhdar and its adjoining…
Pan Pacific Hotels Group sets foot in Japan with launch of BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel and HOTEL GROOVE, A PARKROYAL Hotel
Pan Pacific Hotels Group today announces the opening of BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel and HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARKROYAL Hotel in the heart of the vibrant district of…
Gran Meliá to debut in Nha Trang, Vietnam
An all-villa Gran Meliá property, dappling the water’s edge of one of Vietnam’s most popular oceanfront destinations, is set to welcome guests from this summer.
The Gran Meliá Nha Trang…
Ascott to open 70 properties globally in 2023
The Ascott Limited (Ascott), a lodging business unit wholly owned by CapitaLand Investment, has announced that it expects to open 70 properties in key travel destinations across…
DSL Travel renews relationship with Sabre
Jakarta-headquartered DSL Travel will continue to be part of Sabre’s extensive Global Distribution System (GDS), as well as supporting wider growth in the Indonesian travel market through…
Ascott to exceed current target of 160,000 units
The Ascott Limited (Ascott), a lodging business unit wholly owned by CapitaLand Investment Limited (CLI), has achieved its target to secure 160,000 units by 2023, with the signing of over…
Turkish Airlines Plans To Double It’s Fleet In Ten Years
The recently revealed strategic plan for Turkish Airlines would effectively quadruple its size over the next decade, with the airline expecting to transport 170 million passengers and…
Grab launches new features and tie-ups to welcome travellers
Grab, Southeast Asia’s superapp, announced new in-app travel innovations and partnerships to give travellers a safe, seamless and hyperlocal experience as Southeast Asia embraces a travel…
Grab launches new features and tie-ups to welcome travellers back to the region
Grab has announced new in-app travel innovations and partnerships to give travellers a safe, seamless and hyperlocal experience as Southeast Asia embraces a travel comeback. …
Last chance to see: 10 bucket list experiences at risk of being gone
Despite efforts to combat climate change, many countries around the world are beginning to see the very real implications of the issue, with little time to remedy. To our dismay this…
Parkroyal Langkawi Resort opens with 301 keys
Pan Pacific Hotels Group, a member of Singapore-listed UOL Group Limited launches PARKROYAL Langkawi Resort.
High TIMES for SMEs in World Tourism: Minister Rings Bali Gong
by: Dmytro Makarov | copyright: eTurboNews - Travel Industry News - World Travel News
TIME 2023 is a go. The World Tourism Network Summit September 29-October 1 in Bali is official. SMEs…
AIME Marks A 30-Year Milestone At The Opening
In a milestone year, the Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event went underway on Monday in Melbourne at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC). It is the 30th…
Journey through Java with Aman
The cultural heartland of Indonesia, Java is studded with ancient treasures engulfed by pea-green paddy fields and rain forests lined with pristine white beaches.
airasia Super App partners with Archipelago International
airasia Super App announced a direct partnership with Archipelago International, one of the largest hotel management groups in Southeast Asia, through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)…
Indonesia Tourism Minister invites World Travel Industry SMEs to Bali
by: Juergen T Steinmetz | copyright: eTurboNews - Travel Industry News - World Travel News
The Indonesian Tourism Minister knows that SMEs MATTER! The World Tourism Network just announced…
Lombok, Indonesia gears up for success in 2023
2023 is set to be a watershed year for Lombok. This idyllic Indonesian island is on the cusp of an exciting new era of long-term prosperity as international travellers, investors and major…
Indonesian Tourism Trends 2022
Indonesia's first online travel agent (OTA) tiket.com, together with the Center for Data and Systems Information (Pusdatin) of the Tourism and Creative Industry Ministry of the Republic of …
Wyndham announces multiple property development agreement in Indonesia with Sun Motor Group
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Asia Pacific, the leading hotel licensor with over 1,600 hotels in approximately 20 markets and territories in Asia Pacific, has announced the signing of a…
Accor’s Ibis Styles Serpong BSD opening in Indonesia to feature 165 keys
Accor has continued to expand its portfolio of hotels and resorts in Indonesia with the signing of a new ibis Styles hotel in BSD City, the rapidly emerging urban center in Greater Jakarta.
Indonesia promotes wellness tourism as recovery strategy
NusaTrip, an Indonesia-based Online travel agent (OTA) and travel platform of Society Pass Incorporated, Southeast Asia’s (SEA) leading data-driven loyalty, fintech and e-commerce ecosystem,…
The most luxurious holiday destinations in the world for kids
When kids think of luxury holidays, they would trade in sun loungers for water slides and pina coladas for ice cream, looking for something more adventurous.
Kids' happiness on holiday is…
Garuda Resumes Nonstop Flights From Melbourne To Bali
Garuda Indonesia has announced that on 10 December 2022 will resume its service from Melbourne to Bali. Just three weeks after announcing it will resume flights between Melbourne and…
Save up to 35% on your Asian vacation with Best Western’s “11.11 Super Sale”
Best Western® Hotels & Resorts is inviting the world’s travellers to enjoy amazing savings in dreamy destinations all across Asia with an enticing new flash sale!
Under the “11.11…
A Year in Travel by eDreams ODIGEO
eDreams ODIGEO, has launched its ‘Year in Travel’ report, providing an overview of the past year, insight into the year ahead and predictions for 2023
‘airasia Super App’ officially launches in Indonesia
The airasia Super App is officially launched in Asean’s largest populated country - Indonesia, marking a significant milestone for the region’s fastest-growing travel super app as it…
Qatar Airways expands codeshare with JetBlue
Qatar Airways has expanded its codeshare agreement with JetBlue, offering JetBlue passengers to travel options between the US and 11 new destinations, in eight different countries across…
Celestia luxury Phinisi yacht to sail the waters of the Indonesian archipelago starting January 2023
Celestia, a new handcrafted 45-meter Phinisi yacht designed to offer unforgettable journeys through the Indonesian archipelago, will officially set sail in January 2023.
Designed by…
Chinese Airlines Set To Increase International Services
Chinese airlines have indicated they would expand the number of scheduled international flights very soon, generating widespread attention.
China Eastern Airlines, one of China’s…
Emirates to codeshare with Indonesia’s Batik Air
Emirates has activated its codeshare partnership with Batik Air, an Indonesian airline which is part of the Lion Air Group.
Boutique hotel, ARTOTEL Casa Kuningan opens with 46 keys
ARTOTEL Group in collaboration with PT Selat Niagatama inaugurated the opening of the newest hotel in South Jakarta, namely ARTOTEL Casa Kuningan on 20 October 2022.
AirAsia Malaysia to launch new direct route to Penang from Bali on 20 Oct
Penang is set to welcome more regional tourists this year as AirAsia Malaysia (AK) will be launching a new direct route from Bali (Denpasar) starting on 20 October 2022.
Waldorf Astoria set to debut in Vietnam with Waldorf Astoria Hanoi
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Hilton’s iconic luxury hotel brand, announced its entry into Vietnam with the signing of Waldorf Astoria Hanoi.
Thailand fully opens for tourists
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has stated that from 1 October international travellers to Thailand will no longer be required to show proof of vaccination or ATK test results, and a…
Garuda Indonesia Files For US Chapter 15
Flag carrier Garuda Indonesia has asked a New York court to formally recognise the agreement it reached with creditors to cut its debt in half to around $5 billion, according to…
THAI announces its winter flight schedule 2022-2023
Thai Airways (THAI) is operating flights on 34 European, Australian and Asian routes with increased frequencies in selected routes, from 30 October 2022 to 25 March 2023.
The Ascott Limited unveils Citadines brand refresh
CapitaLand Investment Limited’s (CLI) wholly owned lodging business unit, The Ascott Limited (Ascott), unveils the refresh of its fastest growing brand, Citadines, with 80 properties under…
Marriott to add 14 luxury properties in Asia Pacific by 2023
Marriott International, Inc. has announced it expects to open 14 additional luxury properties in Asia Pacific by the end of 2023. The planned additions highlight the strategic growth of…
VFS Global to offer fast-track VoA for Indonesia for 75 countries
Nationals of the 75 eligible countries can apply for their Indonesia Visa on Arrival (VoA) through VFS Global by submitting their documents and paying the fees online.
Leisure travel fuels Hyatt’s growth in Asia Pacific
Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced plans for the continued growth of its brand portfolio in Asia Pacific with a robust pipeline of landmark luxury and lifestyle hotels and resorts.
Add a sense of culture to your next event in these Marriott International hotels
With the many Marriott International hotels in different regions in APAC, take your guests to a city full of historical and cultural experiences.
Rediscover Asia with Best Western and avail up to 25% off
Best Western Hotels & Resorts is inviting the travellers to rediscover and experience the wonders of Asia with offers up to 25% off the best rates at world-class hotels and resorts…
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.
4 reasons why catering services are important when deciding for meetings and events venue
Catering services should not be an afterthought when planning a meeting or event.
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts set to debut in Malaysia
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, one of Hilton’s luxury hotel brands, has announced its expansion into Malaysia with Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur.
Scheduled to open in 2024, Waldorf…
Ascott acquires first lyf coliving property in Sydney
CapitaLand Investment Limited’s (CLI) wholly owned lodging business unit, The Ascott Limited (Ascott) is acquiring its first lyf-branded coliving property in Sydney, Australia.
Demand for travel to Southeast Asia increases as borders reopen
As borders begin to reopen across Southeast Asia, increased flight bookings show how excited travellers are to return to the region.
SIA Group expands VTL flight network with new destinations and increased flight frequencies
The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group will expand its Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) network to 47 cities from 25 countries in the coming weeks.
Most popular destinations to celebrate the Year of the Tiger
Big cities and tourist favourites are back in favour for travel this Lunar New Year as travellers head to tourist hotspots to ring in the year of the Tiger, according to booking data from…
Most Instagrammable holiday destinations in the world
tombola analysed 2.66 billion hashtags of 100 popular holiday destinations across the world to reveal which were the most Instagrammable.
Indonesia removes entry ban for Hong Kong travellers
Indonesian government has allowed travellers from Hong Kong to enter the country ahead of year-end holidays, while putting the UK, Norway and Denmark into the travel ban list
Qantas and Virgin’s bring forward flight schedules
Qantas has moved international flights to London and Los Angeles forwards by nearly three weeks, with flights to these locations now departing on November 1.
Qantas plans to launch new international routes in 2022
After moving through with plans to begin foreign flights in December, Qantas is set to fly to numerous new international destinations next year.
Qantas announces second wave of international flights
Qantas intends to resume international flights to the second group of overseas destinations on March 27, 2022, two years after the pandemic-related grounding.
Qantas plans to launch new international routes in 2022
After moving through with plans to begin foreign flights in December, Qantas is set to fly to numerous new international destinations next year.
Qantas website international flight searchers spike
Searches for flights on Qantas' website have tripled, indicating that Australians are eager to return to international travel.
Here is Qantas’ new international flight schedule
Qantas has published the first international flights on Monday, December 20, 2021, resuming service after a whopping 21 months of absence.
What the future of flying looks like post lockdown
Comes Christmas, it may be cheaper to go and visit friends and relatives in London than flying from Sydney to Perth “provided the state opens its border”.
Qantas reveals international travel start date
According to Qantas, flights to Singapore, the United States, Japan, and the United Kingdom are expected to resume in mid-December, while flights to Bali and Thailand will resume in April of…
Jetstar brings back transit with Air France, KLM and British Airways at Changi Airport
Jetstar Asia has welcomed back Air France, KLM and British Airways to its international carrier partnerships
Man with coronavirus uses disguise to fly
A man infected with coronavirus snuck onto an Indonesian domestic flight this past Sunday.
Bali eyes reopening to international tourists by end of July
Bali aims to reopen the island to foreign tourists by end of July by speeding up vaccination rollout in the place.
Emirates and TAP Air expand strategic partnership
Emirates and TAP Air Portugal have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand the codeshare partnership currently in place between both airlines
RedDoorz offers free temporary accommodations
RedDoorz has announced the launch of a new CSR campaign in collaboration with Singapore-based charity organisation Daughters Of Tomorrow (DOT).
Geography Illiteracy! These are countries that people can’t map
Interested in putting our geography skills to the test, TheKnowledgeAcademy.com quizzed 6,550 people’s knowledge to see which countries we struggle to place on a map the most
IATA Calls for Governments to Reopen Borders
IATA director general, Alain de Juniac, during his first Covid-19 briefing for 2021 has called for governments to focus on reopening borders to international aviation.
Aviation stares at a bleak future with added restrictions: IATA
IATA has said that while it is seen that airlines turning cash positive within the year, the near-term picture is bleak
Some governments in Asia put limit on public gatherings
As Christmas and New Year holidays approach, most Asian countries like Korea, Singapore, Thailand, and Indonesia grappled with surging numbers of coronavirus cases as Christmas and new year…
Herman Kemp helms new Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh
Hyatt has appointed renowned hospitality professional Herman Kemp as general manager of Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh, the largest internationally branded hotel in the heart of Cambodia’s…
Podcast: Northern Territory
Australia’s Northern Territory is possibly closest to most people’s impression of what Australia could be: vast deserts, lush rainforests, hot weather, iconic land formations
Podcast: Java
Java is an island of Indonesia, bordered by the Indian Ocean on the south and the Java Sea on the north.
Press the “pause button” for Christmas in Bangkok this December
Silence continues to be a precious commodity, especially in this challenging year, which is why The Spas at Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok are ‘turning down the volume’ once again with their…
Podcast: Indonesia
The Republic of Indonesia is a country located in Southeast Asia and Oceania, between the Indian and Pacific oceans and is part of the volcanic Ring of Fire. In fact, if you like volcanoes…
Travel around Asia through QuaranCooking
As most countries in Asia remain closed and governments extend stay-at-home protocols, people get creative and come up with clever ways to explore new places and experience new things.
Bali reopening in September still in limbo
Local tourism chief has slated Bali reopening to international tourists on 11 September, but this is still subjected to the approval of the government in Jakarta.
All of Asia’s Eyes Turn to Bali
The countdown is on. Will Bali really open to international arrivals on 11 September – and if it does, who will visit? By Gary Bowerman
Jetstar Asia boosts services to key Southeast Asia ports
From today, Jetstar Asia will increase the number of services it operates to key Southeast Asian ports with the aim to create essential travel links and assist with freight in the region
Cathay “Cares” from check-in to landing
Cathay Pacific introduces health and safety protocol - Cathay Care.
Luxury hotels opening in Bali to take note of
Raffles Hotels & Resorts has announced its 15th Raffles Hotel in the world, with the launch of the lavish Raffles Bali, which offers unparalleled views over the Indian Ocean and the…
Flight to recovery: AirAsia breaks post-hibernation daily sales record
AirAsia registered its highest post-hibernation sale day, with a record-breaking 41,000 seats sold in a single day across AirAsia Group, signifying a strong rebound in demand for air…
Emirates launch new round of repatriation flights
Emirates have announced plans to run services to Frankfurt (25, 27, 29 April), Jakarta (26 April), Johannesburg (25 April), Lagos (26 April), London Heathrow (23, 24, 26, 28, 30 April),…
Etihad announces additional special passenger flights
Etihad Airways has announced a series of special passenger flights from Abu Dhabi to Brussels, Dublin, London Heathrow, Tokyo Narita and Zurich, in addition to those previously…
Smile on! Marriott lights up across Asia Pacific to spark hope
Marriott International across Asia Pacific is lighting up its properties to send a positive message, offering a ray of hope to the communities they are in for locals and travellers…
Enter Red Heroes: RedDoorz partners with governments across Southeast Asia for health workers
RedDoorz, Southeast Asia’s largest and fastest-growing online hotel management and booking platform, announced the launch of ‘Red Heroes’, a new regional initiative that will provide…
Cathay Pacific to reduce passenger capacity by 96% in April and May
Cathay Pacific and Cathay Dragon will reduce capacity by 96% across its passenger network in April and May in light of the severe drop in demand due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic…
Preferred Hotels & Resorts updated portfolio for 2020
Preferred Hotels & Resorts has unveiled its latest tranche of properties to come under its umbrella, which saw 24 new hotels join the independent brand's global portfolio, at the end of…
Ibis Styles opens doors in Bekasi, West Java
ibis Styles, Accor’s upbeat economy brand, has launched a newly built property in Bekasi, Indonesia. Located in the Grand Icon Complex, west of the city, ibis Styles Bekasi Jatibening…
Swiss Belhotel relentless in building Indonesian legacy
Swiss-Belhotel International’s enduring and hugely successful relationship with Indonesia is set to reach new heights, with the news 12 properties will be launched there by 2022.
The…
Grab launches electric cars in Indonesia
Ride-hailing company Grab has launched its fleet of electric vehicles dubbed as GrabCar Elektrik in Jakarta on Monday.
Green measures, route expansion and other feathers in Royal Brunei Airlines’ cap
Already flying one of the youngest and eco-friendly fleets in the world, Royal Brunei Airlines has unveiled plans to introduce a host of new eco measures throughout 2020 to ensure the…
Gojek, Blue Bird deal: Who has the last laugh?
Ride hailing giant Gojek is nearing an agreement to buy 5% of Indonesia’s top taxi operator PT Blue Bird.
Philippine Airlines schedules special replacement flights for cancelled trips by Typhoon Kammuri
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced that it would operate special replacement flights on certain routes to assist passengers affected by the Typhoon Kammuri that is currently bashing the…
Traveloka invites travellers to Xperience Indonesia at Changi airport
Traveloka, the digital travel and lifestyle platform in Southeast Asia, through its business unit, Traveloka Xperience, has partnered with the Ministry of Tourism of Indonesia, Embassy…
Oakwood Hotels celebrates grand opening in Surabaya
The first Oakwood property to open in Surabaya, Indonesia, and the only five-star hotel and serviced residence in the area, Oakwood Hotel & Residence Surabaya celebrated its grand…
WebBeds’ Indonesian campaign to boost Macao travel
WebBeds, B2B accommodation provider, has penned a major new agreement to promote Macao to the travel trade in Indonesia, as part of the Macao Government Tourism Office’s (MGTO) efforts…
Travel tech this week: All about ride hailing
This week, ride-hailing giants from the east are rolling out new services to propel their growth, while their western counterparts are suffering losses since going public.
Amazon to augment SEA presence by investing in Go-Jek
Sources claimed that Amazon is reportedly in talks with Go-Jek for a plausible investment. This move could bolster the presence of the e-commerce giant in Southeast Asia.
Sansiri raises stake in Standard International to drive expansion in Thailand
Sansiri, Thailand’s leading real estate developer, announced its investment to increase its shareholding in Standard International Holdings (SIH), the parent company of The Standard, an…
AirAsia connects Kuala Lumpur to hidden island paradise of Belitung
AirAsia launched a new route connecting Kuala Lumpur to Belitung, an island paradise off the east coast of Sumatra, Indonesia. As the first airline that connects Kuala Lumpur and…
Etihad to bring Dreamliner to Indonesia and Maldives
Etihad Airways will introduce the Boeing 787 Dreamliner on its flights from Abu Dhabi to Jakarta, Indonesia, and Male, Maldives. The airline’s two daily scheduled services from Abu Dhabi…
APAC hotel performance shows ‘negative’ results for Q2 2019
According to new data, hotel performance in APAC shows negative results across the three key performance metrics during the second quarter of 2019.
Archipelago announces second hotel in Tangerang, Indonesia
Setting their sights on Tangerang city’s business district, Indonesia-based Archipelago International continues to expand its brand with the anticipated opening of Favehotel Hasyim…
Srilankan bullish on Colombo-Delhi route, unveils third freqeuncy
SriLankan Airlines has announced additional frequencies between Colombo and Delhi to take its total weekly offerings between the two capitals to 18 flights. Apart from the existing two…
Alpha story: Cassia Bintan GM opens up about life on the Indonesian paradise
With a career stretching back across Asia, Alpha Eldiansyah, general manager of three Indonesia properties -- Banyan Tree Bintan, Angsana Bintan and Cassia Bintan -- has picked up a thing or…
Go-Jek, Grab slapped with new regulation in Indonesia
Ride-hailing company Go-Jek has seen a slight decline in passengers as the Indonesian government enforced a new tariff increase for app-based motorcycle taxis.
India: An OYO was booked every 0.50 seconds
According to OYO's Summer Booking Index, overall bookings in India have increased by 119% compared to the same period last year (January-March).
Preferred Hotels ‘I Prefer Planner’ rewards MICE planners in APAC
Preferred Hotels & Resorts has launched the 'I Prefer Planner' to incentivise and reward meeting and event planners in the Asia Pacific.
Travel tech this week: Settling in Singapore
This week, we saw a lot of activity in Southeast Asia, which has been a fertile ground for start-ups. Two companies have set up offices in Singapore, which is still the best place to manage…
Standard International eyes global expansion with USD 58m
Standard International has unveiled its development pipeline of 15 domestic and international properties across the globe.
Ethiopian Airlines crash leaves ‘no survivors’
An Ethiopian Airlines jet crashed six minutes after it took off from Addis Ababa leaving no survivors.
Here are the top destinations for bleisure travel
Tokyo ranks first out of 26 cities in the region for its combination of business and leisure—or bleisure—appeal for travellers.
Southeast Asia fights back! How countries battle pollution and overtourism
Bali, Phuket, Halong Bay, and Boracay used to be paradises on earth but now feature throng of crowds, heavy traffic, and shores defiled with trash.
Indonesia slashes jet fuel price after high airfare woes
State-owned energy company PT Pertamina reduced the price of jet fuel sold at the nation’s airports.
Hot hotel openings: India welcomes Four Seasons in Bengaluru
The second Four Seasons hotel opens in India; a secluded ryokan at the foot of Mt Hidari Daimonji; a wellness facility in the heart of Miami and more.
“We are a local company”: RedDoorz CEO
Just last week, Indonesian OTA RedDoorz, announced its regional expansion plans to open in 10 new cities in East Java, Indonesia in 2019 starting with Pasuruan and Jember. Keen to know more…
Next on the radar: OYO set to grow in Indonesia
Its raining Asian expansion stories this week. With RedDoorz expanding its footprint in Indonesia, OYO is not too far behind. Their latest press release confirmed it is seeing exponential…
RedDoorz to open in ten cities across East Java
Indonesian OTA RedDoorz, has announced today it regional expansion plans by unveiling the 10 new cities in East Java it will open in 2019, starting with Pasuruan and Jember.
Bali, Indonesia mulls to impose tourist tax
Balinese regional government has drafted a bylaw imposing a USD10 tax on foreign tourists to be charged upon leaving the country.
2018 in review: Movers and shakers in the hotel space
Mergers, acquisitions, and billion-dollar funding rounds — so much have happened in 2018 and so I’ve thought of compiling them into one bite-sized piece.
Best Western in Asia: “Most exciting period in 72-year history”
Best Western Hotels & Resorts has announced another successful year in Asia with new brands and properties in the fast-growing region.
Accor’s premium hotel brand Swissôtel set for Indonesian debut in 2019
AccorHotels’ Swissôtel Hotels and Resorts has officially announced its debut in Jakarta, Indonesia scheduled for mid-2019.
Lion Air president hits back at preliminary report into flight JT 610 crash
Following the tragic crash of Lion Air flight JT 610, after just thirteen minutes into its flight from Cengkareng’s Soekarno-Hatta International Airport on 29 October, a preliminary report…
The cheapest and most expensive capital cities in the world revealed
Cuba Holidays has compiled an index of all the cheapest capital cities based on a variety of factors that come into play when considering a holiday.
X marks the spot: AirAsia X Indonesia is no more
Following the release of its financial results for Q3 of 2018, AirAsia revealed that AirAsia X Indonesia (IAAX) will end its scheduled operations in the New Year to become a non-scheduled…
The Standard to open 20 hotels in Asia, ME by 2023
Hospitality firm Standard International plans to open 20 hotels within five years as part of its aggressive expansion plans in Asia and the Middle East.
Another Lion Air accident on runway during take-off
In a span of little more than a week, two unfortunate incidents befall Indonesian low-cost carrier Lion Air. Following the fatal crash of Lion Air 737 claiming the lives of 189 people,…
“We have no intentions of slowing down”: Hilton VP talks Asian expansion
Following the recent debut of Hilton's flagship brand in the Philippines, we caught up with Paul Hutton, VP of operations in Southeast Asia to talk about the hospitality giant's expansion…
YELLO Hotels’ rapid expansion to capture market in Indonesia
YELLO Hotels “the netizen’s new midscale hotel” has announced plans to open a new location in Manado, North Sulawesi, Indonesia.
OYO to invest more than USD 100 million in Indonesia
Fast-growing hospitality brand OYO Rooms is set to expand its presence in the South-East Asian market.
“Watch this space as it’s going to be world news” Says Ri-Yaz COO, Andreas Rud
With the opening of Dash Langkawi in April this year, I hot footed it over to the Malaysian island paradise to catch up with Andreas Rud, COO of Dash parent company Ri-Yaz’s Hotels and…
Swiss-Belinn Modern Cikande in Java, Indonesia is now open for business
Global hospitality management chain Swiss-Belhotel International has celebrated the grand opening of Swiss-Belinn Modern Cikande, the first internationally-branded hotel in Serang, Banten’s…
Bad blood: Thailand’s tourism in peril facing China’s wrath
Do not mess with China as it may cost you a lucrative market of 1.4 billion. Thailand’s tourism industry is in jeopardy after Chinese tourist arrivals dropped for the first time ever.
Early Ramadan linked to drop in APAC passenger numbers
Passenger growth in the Middle East has experienced a decline of -4.5% according to a report from the Airports Council International Asian office.
Swiss-Belhotel and Citilink to boost Indonesian tourism destinations
Swiss-Belhotel International has signed a partnership with the low-cost airline, Citilink, to promote Indonesian tourism destinations through both companies’ networks in Indonesia.
Park Regis Arion: StayWell Holdings’ third property in Indonesia
StayWell Holdings marks its debut in the Indonesian capital with Park Regis Arion in Jakarta.
Genting Cruise Lines arrives in Bintan Island, boosts tourism in Indonesia
Genting Cruise Lines arrives at Bintan as part of Genting Dreams' collection of round trip itineraries year-round from Singapore across the ASEAN region.
Swiss-Belhotel blends modern hospitality and local heritage on Bangka Island, Indonesia
Swiss-Belhotel International has unveiled a new upscale hotel in Bangka Island, Indonesia, adding to its expansive portfolio in the country.
‘Preserving something special by sharing it’ – Explora.ph founder on the challenges of bespoke travel
Last month, we featured Explora.ph, a travel platform that partners with locals to offer bespoke travel experiences in the Philippines. Here’s the inspiration behind the company, and some of…
Swiss-Belhotel International signs MoU for new property in Riau Islands
Swiss-Belhotel International has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with PT Soma Jaya Sakti for the development and management of Swiss-Belhotel Karimun, Riau Islands.
MICE – The top four hotels for meetings & events in Sydney
When it comes to Australian cities, there is no doubt Sydney has the highest international profile. Canberra may be the country capital but, I think we can all agree, Sydney has the…
Sunway targets expansion and performance with new hospitality CEO
Sunway Hotels & Resorts today announced the appointment of André Scholl as chief executive officer to lead the companies hotel group.
Beyond the slopes: Why Swiss partnership is a “win-win” for WebBeds
After announcing details of a new partnership with Switzerland Tourism designed to seduce Asian tourists to the country, WebBeds has revealed it hosted its first two travel trade workshops…
AirAsia hits 10 in ASEAN “strategic crossroads” with direct flights to Phuket and Hanoi
Following on from our recent interview with Spencer Lee head of commercial for AirAsia Malaysia, where he discussed the growth of the carrier’s secondary hubs in Langkawi, Johor Bahru and…
Infographic: Why luxury hotel stays in the UAE don’t have to break the bank
New research from Skyscanner has identified the top global cities with the cheapest five-star hotels. The data, compiled by the global travel search engine and rendered into the handy…
Zest Hotels expands budget concept all across Indonesia
Swiss-Belhotel International unveils plans to triple portfolio of affordable hotels by the end of the decade, with many new destinations in the pipeline.
Herman Wegmueller reveals scale of MG Group expansion plans
Already Southeast Asia’s biggest bedbank, MG Group is not resting on its laurels and is intent on getting bigger and bigger. With it’s home territory wrapped up, MG has lofty ambitions and…
ASEAN Tourism Forum 2018: Food trips, sustainability and scaling up in the next 50 years
The recent 37th ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) saw the region’s tourism ministers express optimism on growing the sector in 2018 onwards.
U Janevella Bandung brings “unique and cutting edge architectural design” to Indonesia
U Janevalla Bandung, the newest addition of the boutique luxury U Hotels & Resorts, is ready to open its doors on 15th March 2018. Designed in a rustic modern style, the hotel will offer…
SEAsians #GoLoka for Traveloka
Traveloka appears to be crushing Expedia in core SE Asian markets despite their late entry. Will it continue to do so in 2018?
Opening Asia to branded budget stays, one RedDoorz at a time
RedDoorz aims to be the Uber of budget accommodation: its ecosystem allows owners of unbranded spaces to showcase their properties & reach out to travellers who want to avail of quality…
Michael Wu to spearhead AHG China expansion with 3 new brands
Artyzen Hospitality Group (AHG), an Asian based international hotel management company, will launch three new brands in mainland China this year -- Artyzen Hotels & Resorts, Artyzen…
Philippine Airlines enters 2018 with ‘Great Winter Seat Sale’
Philippine Airlines (PAL) offers value for money on return flights to Asian and Australasian destinations with its 'Great Winter Seat Sale.' All daily flights on the airline’s new Boeing…
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…
“We are headed for a major infrastructure crisis” IATA warns Assembly of Presidents
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called for urgent action to address the challenges of infrastructure, regulatory harmonization and sustainability.
Hahn Air Systems in partnership with Citilink Indonesia
Hahn Air Systems has announced an agreement with the Indonesian low-cost airline, Citilink Indonesia.
The German global consolidation service connecting Global Distribution Systems…
Vietjet to launch flights to Indonesia
Vietjet has revealed plans to launch its first flights to Indonesia, with a new service connecting Ho Chi Minh City with Jakarta.
The route was announced at an event in the Indonesian…
Johor Bahru gets first direct link to India
Johor Bahru, the Malaysian city that neighbours Singapore, will get its first direct air link to India later this year.
AirAsia will continue to expand its international network from…
Where to Stay: new hotels in Taiwan, China, Indonesia and more
CitizenM Taipei North Gate
Location: Overlooking the Tamsui River, within walking distance of Taipei Main Station
Grade: Upper-upscale
Keys: 267
Facilities: 24-hour F&B outlet,…
The latest appointments, including new female heads at India Tourism and WTTC
RAVNEET KAUR has become the new chair and managing director of the India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC), becoming the first women to hold the role. In a 29-year career, Ms Kaur…
Cathay Pacific to fly A350 to New York
Cathay Pacific will start flying its new Airbus A350 aircraft to New York later this year.
Effective 29 October 2017, the airline's daily flights between Hong Kong and Newark Liberty…
Sanya aims to lure Indonesian travellers
Tourism officials from the Chinese beach resort of Sanya have held a promotional event in Indonesia, with the aim of attracting more visitors from Southeast Asia's largest country.…
Regent’s mixed focus drives global growth
Regent Hotels Group, the Taipei-based hospitality company, has unveiled three new mixed hotel and residential projects as it ramps up its global expansion plans.
The company is actually a…
Oman Air spreads wings in Asia Pacific
Oman Air has expanded its Asia Pacific network with the signing of a codeshare partnership with Malaysia Airlines.
Effective immediately, Oman Air passengers will be able to connect…
IHG to enter Bintan with double project
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has entered the Indonesian island of Bintan for the first time with the signing of agreement for two new-build hotels.
Scheduled to open in 2019,…
Asian cities poles apart in taxi charts
Asia is home to some of the world's cheapest and most expensive airport taxi fares, a new report has revealed.
In its "2017 Taxi Price Index", London-based Carspring found that a cab…
Philippine Airlines is the official airline partner of Indonesian Weekend London 2017
London's largest festival of Indonesian culture has announced Philippine Airlines (PAL) as its Official Airline partner for 2017.
To promote Indonesia as a premium tourist destination,…
Indonesia’s Archipelago moves into Cuba
Archipelago International, the Indonesian hotel group, has moved out of Asia for the first time with the signing of its first property in Cuba.
The Jakarta-based company has penned an…
Indonesia’s Batik Air to launch trio of Indian routes
Indonesia's Batik Air has revealed plans to launch its first three routes to India.
The Bali Post reports that in the coming weeks, the airline will start flying from Medan to Chennai,…
Expanding Preferred focuses on Asia’s fast-growing markets
Preferred Hotels & Resorts is targeting several key Asia Pacific markets, including Vietnam and Indonesia, as it bids to expand its portfolio and capitalise on the Asian travel boom.…
Hyatt ramps up roll-out of lifestyle brands
Hyatt is accelerating the expansion of two of its so-called "lifestyle" brands, Hyatt Place and Hyatt House.
In the first six months of 2017 the company opened 19 new hotels under…
Indonesia’s Archipelago set for multi-brand expansion
Archipelago International, the Indonesian hotel group, has unveiled plans to open at least 12 more hotels across the country in 2017, as part of a multi-brand expansion plan.
The company…
Frasers expands Capri brand for growing millennial market
Frasers Hospitality has unveiled plans to add 12 more Capri-branded serviced residences across the world in the coming years, in a bid to meet "rising demand from millennial travellers".…
Meliá Pro, The Exclusive Portal Tool for B2B Tourism Professionals, Now Upgraded and Better Than Ever
Meliá Hotels International has launched an upgraded MELIÁ PRO, serving as the new and improved exclusive portal tool with access for important information for B2B tourism professionals.…
The latest appointments from American Express GBT, Etihad, Movenpick and more…
ELYES MRAD has been named as American Express Global Business Travel's (GBT) new senior vice president & general manager of international, overseeing the EMEA and Asia Pacific regions.…
CLIA opens membership to Asian agents
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has started allowing Asian travel agents to join its membership and accreditation programme.
At an event in Jakarta yesterday, held in…
Jetstar to help drive tourism industry in Indonesia
Jetstar has signed a major new deal aimed at enhancing Indonesia's tourism industry.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the low-cost airline group and Indonesia's Ministry of…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Korean Air, Vietjet, Air Canada and more…
Korean Air connects Seoul with Spain
Where? Seoul (South Korea) to Barcelona (Spain)
When? Three times a week, effective immediately
Who? Korean Air
Why? Rising demand for flights…
Indonesia reconsiders visa-free policy
The Indonesian government is considering reversing its visa-free policy for some countries.
The widespread visa waiver policy was introduced to boost tourism arrivals, but the…
Bali tourism boosted by Emirates double
Bali's tourism industry will get a significant boost this summer, following the announcement that Emirates will introduce a second daily flight to the island.
Commencing on 2 July 2017,…
Indo AirAsia X to resume Asia Pacific flights
Indonesia AirAsia X, the long-haul low-cost carrier, will resume flights to destinations in the Asia Pacific region in May 2017.
The airline is planning to launch a direct connection…
Airlines improve connections between India and Asia Pacific
It will soon be more convenient to travel between India and the Asia Pacific region, following the formation of a new partnership between two airlines.
India's Jet Airways and…
Etihad to fly largest aircraft to Paris
Etihad Airways has confirmed that it will deploy its largest aircraft, the Airbus A380, on its Abu Dhabi-Paris route this summer.
The double-decker jet will operate one of the…
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…
Asia Pacific remains top for Singaporean corporate travellers
Asia Pacific remains the most important region for Singapore's business travellers, according to new data from American Express Global Business Travel (GBT), with regional cities…
UK tourism arrivals to Indonesia boom in 2016
Figures released by the Ministry of Tourism for the Republic of Indonesia have shown an impressive 17.37% increase in visitor arrivals from the United Kingdom, year on year. …
Garuda boosts Australian routes
Garuda Indonesia will increase its flights to Australia this summer, providing more connections to and from Jakarta and Bali.
In a joint press conference with Tourism Australia, the…
Indonesia welcomes one million visitors in January
Indonesia's tourism sector continued to thrive in January 2017, as the country welcomed more than one million visitors.
According to the latest data from the country's Central Bureau of…
The latest appointments from Pan Pacific, Hong Kong Airlines, CWT and more
LOTHAR NESSMANN has been appointed as Pan Pacific Hotels Group' new CEO, following the departure of Bernold Schroeder. Nessmann has almost 30 years of hospitality experience in Asia and…
Marriott brings new hotel brand to China
Marriott International has introduced another new hotel brand to China with the addition of a resort in Shanghai.
The Tribute Portfolio, which was originally created by Starwood, has…
Where to Stay: New hotels in Singapore, the Maldives, Greek Islands and more…
Hotel G Singapore (pictured above)
Location: Close to Singapore's main shopping street, Orchard Road, and few minutes away from Bugis and Dhoby Ghaut MRT stations
Grade: Upper-upscale…
The latest appointments from Etihad, AccorHotels, CWT and more
GERMANO ROLLERO has become Etihad Airways' new general manager for China, based in Beijing. With extensive experience in the leisure and corporate travel sectors, Rollero has previously…
Indonesia eyes Russian tourism boom with direct flights
Indonesia is hoping to capitalise on the resurgent Russian outbound market with the launch of direct flights between Jakarta and Moscow.
National carrier Garuda Indonesia has revealed…
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…
Indonesian agents boycott Garuda
The Association of Indonesian Tour & Travel Agents (ASITA) has started boycotting Garuda Indonesia, following the national carrier's decision to cut commissions.
ASITA, which has…
Indonesian airport closes after runway incident
One of Indonesia's biggest airports was forced to suspend operations on Thursday after an aircraft skidded off the runway while landing.
The Jakarta Post reports that the Garuda…
Singapore air traffic soars to record levels
Singapore's Changi Airport experienced a strong year in 2016, handling record numbers of passengers and flights.
According to official data released this week, a total of 58.7 million…
Garuda expands West Papua connections
Garuda Indonesia is extending its network to the westernmost parts of the country, with additional capacity to, from and within the province of West Papua.
The Antara news agency…
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…
Travelodge arrives in Asia
Travelodge will make its debut in Asia next month with the opening of a new hotel in Hong Kong.
A 126-room midscale property on Nathan Road, currently operating as the Hotel Rainbow,…
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…
Indonesia plans 25% jump in tourism arrivals
Indonesia is targeting a 25% increase in international visitor arrivals over the next five years.
Outlining its latest five-year development plan, the country's Ministry of Tourism…
