Accor expands Vietnam presence with Mercure Nha Trang
Accor strengthened its footprint in Vietnam with the recent signing of Mercure Nha Trang which opens late next year.
Marriott Hotels opens Nha Trang Marriott Resort & Spa, Hon Tre Island
Marriott Hotels, the flagship brand which elevates the art of hospitality around the world, proudly announces the opening of Nha Trang Marriott Resort & Spa, Hon Tre Island
L’alya Ninh Van Bay Resort: A hidden paradise in Nha Trang, Vietnam
In a world filled with hustle, bustle, and constant demands, the allure of an idyllic escape has never been more enticing. L’alya Ninh Van Bay Resort stands as a beacon of tranquility…
Best Western Premier Marvella Nha Trang opens
BWH Hotels has continued its rapid expansion in Vietnam with the launch of a spectacular new upscale beachfront hotel in the heart of Nha Trang, one of the country’s most dynamic tourism…
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…
Bangkok Airways launches first non-stop flight to Nha Trang, Vietnam
Bangkok Airways has announced its new service linking Bangkok and Nha Trang, Vietnam.
Vinpearl Luxury Nha Trang and Da Nang reward travel professionals
Vinpearl Joint Stock Company (JSC), Vingroup, the hospitality leader in Vietnam, is rewarding travel industry professionals who book a stay at Vinpearl Luxury Nha Trang and Vinpearl Luxury…
How Fusion Resort Nha Trang became Fusion Resort Cam Ranh
Famous for its unique all-spa inclusive concept and “Breakfast Anywhere, Anytime” service, innovative hospitality brand Fusion first arrived in Khanh Hoa Province in 2015 with Fusion Resort…
Asian air route updates: new flights to Sydney, Bangkok, Nha Trang and more…
New Chinese connection for Thailand's Hat Yai
Where? Kunming (China) to Hat Yai, pictured (Thailand)
When? Three times a week, effective 1 April 2017
Who? Kunming Airlines
Why?…
Vietjet adds 1.4 million seats for the summer period and enhances international travel
To meet soaring demand during summer holidays, Vietjet is expanding its domestic routes in Vietnam by 35% and increasing night flights by 46%.
Vietjet enhances its connectivity between India and Vietnam
Vietjet on September 27 has officially introduced a direct route between Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam) and Tiruchirappalli (India) which will start flying on November 02, 2023, with three…
Meliá Hotels International launches Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts in Southeast Asia
Meliá Hotels International announced the renaming of the Gran Meliá Nha Trang as the Villa Le Corail, A Gran Meliá Hotel.
Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts unveils its 15th Wonder in Vietnam
Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts makes its debut in Southeast Asia through the 15th Wonder in its portfolio: Gran Meliá Nha Trang.
Vietjet boosts air travel across Asia-Pacific with new China and South Korea routes
Vietjet has marked a significant milestone in its Asia-Pacific journey with the launch of the inaugural direct service from Ho Chi Minh City to Xi’an, China, and the introduction of the Nha…
Vietjet boosts connectivity to Vietnam’s beach hotspots for summer travellers
As the peak summer season approaches, Vietjet is enhancing travel options for beach enthusiasts by increasing flights to Vietnam's top coastal destinations, Nha Trang and Phu Quoc, while…
Royal Caribbean’s Spectrum of the Seas offers added ports of call
With the expanded ports of call, Spectrum now visits coastal cities such as Ishigaki and Okinawa in Japan, Busan and Jeju in South Korea, and Danang and Nha Trang in Vietnam.
Vietjet to operate new flights to Kazakhstan
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Kazakhstan, Vietjet has announced new routes for Almaty city and Nha Trang city – the tourism capital in central…
Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas heads to Singapore for its first Asia season
Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas has made its way to Singapore for its first-ever season in Asia.
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.
BWH Hotels expands Vietnam portfolio with new Phan Thiet property
Global hospitality network BWH Hotels officially expanded its portfolio in Vietnam with the signing of an elegant new BW Premier Collection resort nestled directly on the beach in Phan…
Holland America Line Updates 2026 Grand World Voyage Itinerary
Holland America Line, renowned for its destination-rich longer cruises, has announced exciting updates to its 2026 Grand World Voyage aboard the Volendam. The refreshed itinerary
BWH Hotels expands presence in Vietnam
BWH Hotels expanded its portfolio in Vietnam with the signing of the Best Western Premier Sky Hue in one of the country's most historic cities.
Agoda reveals Asia’s ten most sought-after beach destinations
Agoda revealed its top ten list of Asia’s most desirable beach destinations ahead of International Beach Day on 1st September, with Bali taking the top spot.
Silk Road Samarkand visitor numbers increase in second year of opening
Silk Road Samarkand, Central Asia’s largest tourist complex, has welcomed almost 46,000 visitors in the first six months of 2024, as it continues to expand and add new facilities for…
Samarkand is the second fastest growing airport since Covid in Europe and Central Asia
Samarkand International Airport (SKD) is the second fastest growing airport in Europe and Central Asia in the last five years and has just recorded its 22nd consecutive monthly increase in…
Freedom to travel ‘Solo’ this ‘Independence Day’
If you are looking for solo travel inspiration for the upcoming long weekend in August, then you are at the right place.
Air Samarkand operates first flights to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Air Samarkand has successfully operated an inaugural passenger flight from Samarkand to Jeddah, marking a new milestone in the airline's operations by supporting religious pilgrims.
Iconic Basket Coracle Boat-Shaped Convention Centre Opens in Vietnam
Vietnam has unveiled Axi Plaza, a striking multipurpose convention centre inspired by the country’s ubiquitous coracle boat. The grand opening took place last Thursday at
The post Iconic…
Iconic Basket Boat-Shaped Convention Centre opens in Vietnam
Axi Plaza celebrated its grand opening at its spectacular beachfront location, overlooking Long Beach on Vietnam’s scenic Cam Ranh peninsula.
Spring into adventure and save big with G Adventures’ April sale
Small group adventure operator and pioneer of community tourism, G Adventures, has launched its April Sale, offering up to 25 per cent off a huge range of trips to some of this year’s most…
Perfect Hotels venues for the Picture Perfect wedding
Wedding planning can sure be a daunting task, especially when you are looking for the perfect venue to start your happily ever after.
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…
BWH performance continues to rebound strongly from recent global challenges: Berrivin
“Inspiring travel through unique experiences,” BWH hotels have had an exceptional demand for their core brands and experienced a solid performance from their soft brands. In a freewheeling…
Vietjet further boosts fleet capacity amid increasing travel demand for the Lunar New Year holidays
Vietjet is gearing up for the surge in travel demand during the Lunar New Year festival, one of the longest annual holidays in Asia, by expanding its fleet.
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…
BWH℠ Hotels Caps Off 2023 with 12 Dynamic Additions in Asia, Paving the Way for an Exciting Start to 2024
With doors flung open, Best Western’s 12 hot new hotels bring their playful energy to Asian favourites. From action-packed Bangkok to the neon-lit Tokyo – BWH℠ Hotels expanded rapidly in…
Visit Vietnam to enjoy music with 8Wonder and golf with Vinpearl DIC Legends
Through a series of high-profile international events, including the 8Wonder music festival (showcasing headliners Maroon 5 and Charlie Puth) and the Vinpearl DIC Legends Vietnam 2023 golf…
Best Western opens 6 exceptional hotels in Asia
With six recent hotel openings in Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines, BWH℠ Hotels continues to expand rapidly in Asia.
From upmarket beachfront hotels to sleek city…
BWH Hotels Expands in Vietnam with Signing of BW Premier Collection Hotel in Quy Nhon
BWH℠ Hotels (BWH), the leading global hospitality network comprising WorldHotels™, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts and SureStay Hotels®, has announced the signing of The…
Top five destinations for Golf Tourism in Vietnam
Here are compelling highlights from the dynamic world of golf tourism in Vietnam, showcasing the country's remarkable offerings and its emergence as a premier destination for golf…
Top 6 bucket list worthy culinary experiences from around the world
Food, more often than not, conjures up happy memories. It can nudge us into crossing miles for a Neapolitan pizza, Greek moussaka, or New York cheesecake.
Post-Covid, India has emerged as one of the fastest growing source markets for Vietnam: Myter
The Anam Group is set to launch Vietnam’s first pool-villa-exclusive resort in Phu Yen and AXI Plaza, also an all-inclusive convention centre in Cam Ranh. In an exclusive interview, Laurent…
Explore Asia’s diverse destinations with Royal Caribbean’s sailings from Singapore
Set sail into a world of excitement and exploration with Royal Caribbean’s upcoming array of sailings from Singapore that visit destinations including Thailand, Vietnam, Japan, China and…
TUI Hotels & Resorts growth continues to gain momentum
After five successful new hotel openings in summer 2023, TUI BLUE is continuing on its growth path. The global hotel brand of TUI Group is focusing on new holiday destinations in Asia and…
Top 6 perfect plans for the international long weekend from India
A shared element among travellers is the desire to visit a location that offers distinctive encounters while minimising the challenges related to visa processes, language barriers, and…
Meliá Hotels International announces Meliá Halong Bay, set to open in 2027
Spanish hotel group, Meliá Hotels International, has signed an agreement for a new hotel in Ha Long, the entry point to one of Vietnam’s most stunning tourist destinations, Ha Long Bay
Vietjet celebrates Hiroshima G7 Summit with first-ever direct service between Vietnam and Hiroshima
Vietjet announced the launch of a new route connecting Hiroshima with Hanoi. It is the first-ever direct service linking Vietnam with Japan's Hiroshima and the airline's eighth route…
Royal Caribbean sets course for new 2024 adventures in China
Royal Caribbean International has set the date for its return to China in April 2024, with Asia’s largest and most innovative ship, Spectrum of the Seas, sailing from Shanghai. …
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to host roadshows in Australia in 2023
Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism and Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in Australia will hold the event Ho Chi Minh City – Vietnam Tourism Roadshow in Australia 2023
Archipelago International expands footprint in Vietnam with three new Pba signings
Archipelago International, Southeast Asia's largest privately-owned and independent hotel operator, is pleased to announce its expansion in Vietnam with three new signings, including…
Vietjet opens first ever direct flights between Vietnam and Queensland in June
The airline will operate twice weekly services between Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) and Brisbane Airport (BNE) from June 16, 2023, every Monday and Friday.
Vietjet to fly direct to Queensland starting June
Vietjet will launch the first non-stop flights connecting Vietnam to Queensland this June following its announcement of two services between Ho Chi Minh City and Melbourne/Sydney in a…
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Asia Pacific and Alliga Eternity Company Limited to launch 1st Wyndham Alltra in Asia Pacific
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (“Wyndham”) has signed an agreement to launch the first Wyndham Alltra in the region under a partnership with pioneering Vietnamese private yacht manufacturer,…
Spectrum of the Seas boosts tourism in Thailand and Vietnam
Holidaymakers can seek adventure on Asia’s largest and most innovative ship, Spectrum of the Seas, with longer sailings, and more of Southeast Asia to explore in the coming months.…
Oceania Cruises reveals exotic explorations in Asia with newly re-inspired Riviera
Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, announces that the newly re-inspired Riviera will sail in Asia for the first time due to unprecedented…
Hotels to look out for in 2023 in Vietnam
This time last year, 2022 was still looking pretty dicey. Covid was wreaking havoc on the travel industry. There was light at the end of the tunnel, but we were still in the dark. Now we’ve…
Vietnam sees 51% monthly increase in Indian travellers
Post Pandemic, the demand of Indians choosing Vietnam as a desirable destination has continued to increase. The country has been actively encouraging Indians to visit through a series of…
Andaz Pattaya Jomtien Beach unveils senior leadership team
Andaz Pattaya Jomtien Beach, Hyatt’s inaugural Andaz-branded luxury and lifestyle resort in Thailand, has unveiled its highly skilled and experienced executive management team ahead of…
TikTok’s most popular beaches
No one can deny the impact of TikTok, and it seems its influence has spread to the travel world too. With over 17.5 billion views of the #TravelTok and #TravelTikTok hashtags, people are…
Royal Caribbean announces 2023-24 year-round holidays from Singapore to Thailand, Vietnam, Japan & more
Vacationers can set their sights on more ways to explore Asia and make lifelong holiday memories. Royal Caribbean International has released its line-up of holidays on Spectrum of…
What’s new: Vietnam’s latest hotel openings and new experiences
Vietnam remains one of the top destinations in the world, with growth rates ranging from 50-75%. Since reopening its borders to foreign travel, Vietnam has welcomed over 954,000…
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives opens in the Scenic Raa Atoll
Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today the opening of Alila Kothaifaru Maldives, a private island retreat located in the picturesque Raa Atoll at the northern edge of the Maldives.
New All-Pool-Villa Resort Opens On Private Island in Maldives
New All-Pool-Villa Resort Opens On Private Island in Maldives -
Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today the opening of Alila Kothaifaru Maldives, a private island retreat located in the…
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…
Vietnam set to open doors to more vaccinated travellers in December
Vietnam is planning from December to reopen key tourist destinations to vaccinated visitors from countries deemed a low Covid-19 risk, the government said
Vietjet fully operates domestic flight network
Vietjet has resumed its domestic flight network following the reopening of all routes to and from Da Nang
Eastin Hotels’ two new hotels in July to add sheen to Vietnam’s hospitality landscape
Two new hotel openings in Vietnam
Dolphin stuns beachgoers at Alma Resort in Cam Ranh with playful visit
A large dolphin paid a rare visit to the shallow waters right off new family resort Alma Resort on Vietnam’s Cam Ranh peninsula. Alma lifeguard Nguyen Ngoc Tan, who took video footage of…
Alma Resort opens on Vietnam’s scenic Cam Ranh Peninsula
Alma Resort, a 196-pavilion and 384-suite resort that commands 74 acres of beachfront, 14 sublime food and beverage outlets and a cascade of 12 beachfront swimming pools, will open in…
45% of Chinese FITs plan to visit reopened Vietnam this year
Vietnam’s remarkable reopening of its domestic travel sector is expected to be replicated by focusing on short-haul Asian markets in a quest to restore their international tourism…
Why Mövenpick Resort Cam Ranh is the best beach destination in Vietnam
Banking on the immense potential of Cam Ranh Bay to become a popular beach destination in Vietnam due to its natural beauty, the Mövenpick brand planted its flag.
Agent alert: Vietjet slashes ticket prices throughout Asia
Vietjet has announced a very sexy range of new promotions.rolling out flight fares offering 50% discounts on ticket fares for all routes from now untill 29 February 2020.
The promotional…
Mövenpick debuts in Cam Ranh, Vietnam
The latest addition to Mövenpick’s collection of contemporary hotels and resorts has arrived with the launch of Mövenpick Resort Cam Ranh, located along Bai Dai Beach in the central…
Vietjet hat trick: Airlines adds three new services
Vietjet has announced the launch of three new services connecting Da Nang with Taipei, Singapore and Hong Kong.
The inaugural flights’ ceremonies were held on location, within the…
AirAsia starts exclusive route from Kuala Lumpur to Da Lat, Vietnam
AirAsia has unveiled its maiden flight to Da Lat, capital of Lam Dong province in the central highlands of Vietnam. The inaugural flight made history as the first international airline…
AirAsia unveils exclusive Kuala Lumpur-Da Lat route
AirAsia has announced the launch of an exclusive route to Da Lat from Kuala Lumpur, further expanding its footprint in Vietnam. The four times weekly service to Da Lat, capital of Lam…
Bangkok Airways teams up with Shopee
Bangkok Airways has partnered with Shopee, an e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan. The tie up is part of a promotion called ‘2019 Shopee 9.9 Super Shopping Day’ and creates…
Centara plans 20 new hotels across Vietnam by 2024
Centara Hotels & Resorts has revealed expansion plans for Vietnam, with the goal of opening at least 20 new hotels in the next five years.
OYO ventures in Vietnam; allots USD 50 million to reach 20K rooms in 2020
Hospitality rockstar Oyo Hotels and Homes has launched its services in the newest darling of Southeast Asia – Vietnam. The start-up also announced that it will invest USD 50 million for its…
Summer Bonanza: AirAsia Sale is back
For a limited time only, AirAsia is taking its ‘free seats sale’ to new heights, launching a bigger and better sale of five million promotional seats.
The sale will begin on 17 June…
Aeroflot and Vietnam Airlines begin code sharing
Aeroflot and Vietnam Airlines have begun code-sharing on both domestic and international routes in Vietnam and Russia to offer customers enhanced connectivity and seamless connections…
AnaMarina sets new bar in Vietnam’s luxury yacht scene
Scheduled to be completed this year, AnaMarina will be a new home for luxury yachts in Asia, as well as a tourist hot spot for watersports enthusiasts.
Aviation round up: Munich Airport gets radical with gnarly competition
This this week’s collection of aviation round up is mixed bag of new routes and announcements but, for the first time ever, it also features skateboarding…rad!
Pushing to a new level: Fusion GM on creating a new tourist destination
In this TD exclusive interview, we spoke to the globe-trotting hospitality veteran about his recent move to Vietnam, his leadership style and more.
Cruise news: Heritage at Halong, falconry and more
Boutique is the way to go as cruise lines take every effort to customise their experience with off beat attractions and onboard design. Addition of vessels in the industry and more...this…
Tết-a-Tết: Bangkok vs Ho Chi Minh in the battle for Vietnamese New Year
With 5 February fast approaching, Tết, the Vietnamese New Year , is almost upon us. The nation festival – where Vietnamese from far and wide make the pilgrimage back to their hometown and…
Unbound abounds: Hyatt’s luxe collection signs first hotel in Southeast Asia
Hyatt has entered into an agreement with A&B Group for the Nam Nghi Phu Quoc Island to join The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand by early 2019, making it the first Southeast Asian hotel…
Jet, set, go: AirAsia to set up a low-cost carrier in Vietnam
Asia's popular budget carrier, AirAsia has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation reaffirming its intention to set up a low-cost carrier in Vietnam with local partners.
Vietjet reveals network priority with four new flights
Vietjet has placed the expansion of its current network at the heart of its plans over the next few months with the launch of four new routes, within a few weeks of each other.
The art of cruising: Vietnam’s first boutique cruise
Heritage Cruises has announced the launch of Vietnam’s first artful boutique cruise on the Gulf of Tonkin and the Red River in Vietnam.
Emirates announces new codeshare agreement with Jetstar Pacific
Emirates and Jetstar Pacific have announced a new codeshare agreement expanding the existing partnership between the two carriers.
Osaka Castle to Ha Long Bay in half a day: Vietjet launches new route
Roll up, roll up! Vietnamese low cost carrier (LCC) Vietjet is celebrating two new routes by releasing tickets for one million flights for free.
Swiss-Belhotel reveals ambitious global plan with up to 70 hotels in the pipeline
Global hospitality management chain Swiss-Belhotel International has revealed its ambitious expansion plan of launching at least 60 new hotels and resorts worldwide in the next few years.
Ctrip tracks record-breaking growth in Chinese outbound tourism
Chinese tourists and their money have continued to go places in 2017, according to Ctrip and the China Tourism Academy (CTA). The leading OTA of the People's Republic of China and the…
Travelodge doubles up with two new hotels in Kuala Lumpur
It’s been a very busy 2018 so far for Travelodge, who kicked off the new year with the opening of Skye by Travelodge Arena Nha Trang, in Vietnam. And, today the company have announced…
Nine of the best: agoda reveal their top new hotels from 2017
Over the past year agoda’s accommodation listings have doubled, and now the fastest-growing online travel booking platform offers over 2 million properties worldwide. With so many new…
China’s ‘Coconut City’ now open to Southeast Asian tourists
The Haikou Tourism Development Commission of China recently bared plans to welcome Vietnamese and Philippine visitors.
The Hainan province-based agency announced that it was collaborating…
Genting doubles fleet size for Millennials
Genting Cruise Lines commemorated the official handover of World Dream, the newly constructed second new build for Dream Cruises, on 26 October 2017 during a special event in Bremerhaven,…
Princess Cruises to sail from Singapore to Alaska
Princess Cruises has revealed plans to operate a new voyage that allows Asian travellers to explore the frozen wonders of Alaska.
The new “Epic Adventure Cruise” voyage will set sail…
Where to Stay: new hotels from Hyatt, Dusit, Holiday Inn Express, and more
Citadines Bayfront Nha Trang
Location: In a seafront development on Tran Phu Street, in Vietnam's popular resort town
Grade: Upscale serviced residence
Keys: 310 studios and…
Where to Stay: new hotels in Hua Hin, Manila, Mauritius and more
Citadines Millennium Ortigas Manila
Location: In Ortigas Center, one of Metro Manila's main financial districts
Grade: Upscale serviced residence
Keys: 293, ranging from studios to…
Asian air route updates from AirAsia, Fiji Airways, China Eastern and more
Guiyang gets Italian charter flights
Where? Milan (Italy) to Guiyang, pictured (China)
When? Once a week, from 10 July to 2 October 2017
Who? Neos
Why? Italian charter carrier creates…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Norwegian, Spring, Air China and more…
Spring adds low-cost link between key Asian cities
Where? Shanghai Pudong (China) to Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? Spring Airlines
Why?…
Early start for Singapore cruise season as Royal Caribbean adds itineraries
Royal Caribbean will kick off its Southeast Asian season a month early this year, to fit in a series of additional sailings from Singapore.
The company's Mariner of the Seas cruise…
Diamond Princess gets facelift in Singapore
The Diamond Princess cruise ship has emerged from dry-dock facelift in Singapore, which saw the ship adorned with a brand new livery.
The vessel became the third ship in the company's…
Vietnam publishes tourist code of conduct
Vietnam has released a national code of conduct for tourists, in an effort to curb disorderly and damaging behaviour.
Developed by the country's Ministry of Culture, Sports & Tourism,…
Vietnam’s tourism surge continues in 2017
The rapid growth of Vietnam's tourism industry is continuing in 2017, following the record figures achieved last year.
The Southeast Asian country welcomed 10 million international…
Where to Stay: New hotels in China, the US, Vietnam and more
The St Regis Changsha
Location: On the 48th to 63rd floors of one of the tallest skyscrapers in Changsha, the capital of China's Hunan province
Grade: Luxury
Keys: 188
Facilities:…
Vietnam starts year with 1m visitors
Vietnam welcomed more than one million international visitors in January 2017, as the country started the new year as strongly as it finished 2016.
According to the latest data from…
Records tumble as HKIA traffic soars
Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) achieved another record-breaking year in 2016, experiencing its highest ever levels of passenger traffic, flight movements and cargo traffic.
Last…
Top wellness trends for 2025: Accor
Accor, a global hospitality leader, is proud to present its insights on the top 2025 Wellness Trends. Curated with the expertise of Emlyn Brown, Global SVP of Wellbeing, Strategy, Design,…
COMO Hotels and Resorts appoints Peter Nilsson to its Maldives properties
COMO Hotels and Resorts announced the appointment of Peter Nilsson as its managing director for the Maldives.
Travel eSIM provider Truely completes latest financing round
Truely announced that it just completed a US$3.5 million round of financing led by 1982 Ventures with participation from Beenext, and Kopital Ventures.
Celebrity Cruises Announces 2025 President’s Cruise to the Norwegian Fjords
Fresh off the success of the 2024 President’s Cruise, Celebrity Cruises has announced the destination and dates for next year’s elite sailing. For the first
Centara presents new general managers for properties in Thailand, Maldives
Centara Hotels & Resorts' new general managers are set to spearhead operations in Koh Samui and the Maldives
New Scotland and Ireland experiences from Audley Travel
Custom tour operator Audley Travel surveyed premium travellers about their past and future travel plans, with Western Europe the most popular region for trips over the last five years (49…
Top 15 travel destinations for Indians from Wowtickets.com
Wowtickets.com conducted a search survey nationally to gather insights about the cities and routes that Indians love travelling in India and the results show that Goa, Delhi, Mumbai,…
Plan your intimate destination wedding at “Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve”
The secluded beach paradise Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is in one of the world’s most spellbinding destinations, Krabi, Thailand. In conversation with Brand TD, Vidya Sagar, GM,…
ONYX Hospitality Group unveils signature scents for its Amari and Shama Brands
ONYX Hospitality Group embarks on a new sensory journey with the launch of signature scents for its distinct brands, Amari and Shama
Booking.com Shares its Seven Predictions for Travel in 2024
As 2023 enters its final month and 2024 optimistically appears on the horizon, people around the world have emotionally checked out of the news agenda and events at home in order to take a…
Finnish Solo Benches that turned into global meme now get ‘Buddy Benches’
On International Volunteer Day, December 5th, Helsinki’s single-person benches get a counterpart, creating space for new encounters.
Top seven predictions for Travel in 2024
Booking.com commissioned research among more than 27,000 travellers across 33 countries and territories, combining it with its insights as a leading digital travel platform to reveal seven…
Top seven travel predictions for 2024
Where in years past travel has been a means to escape life, Booking.com is releasing research that shows that travel is life in 2024.
ITE HCMC 2023: Discover Vietnam and Global Top Travel Destinations
The largest and most established travel event in Vietnam and Mekong sub-region will take place from 07 – 09 September 2023 at the Saigon Exhibition & Convention Center (SECC),…
Take a tour of Mumbai like Hollywood stars!
Have you ever wondered how it feels to explore Mumbai like Hollywood stars Gigi Hadid, Zendaya, and Tom Holland did during their recent visit to the city? No Footprints, the boutique …
Europe’s most festive cities for a magical Christmas
Cities around the world transform into festive wonderlands during the Christmas season, and the cities in Europe are among some of the most impressive
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.
New tourist destinations to be included in Vietnam passport
The new template consists of 50 pages, printed with famous cultural heritage sites and landmarks such as Trang An Landscape Complex, Ha Long Bay, Hue Imperial Citadel, Hung Temple, Hoi An…
Vietnam fully reopens to international tourists: Entry protocols, visa regulation update and more
As scheduled Vietnam fully reopened to international tourists last Tuesday, 15 March 2022.
Thailand is open – a travel update from the tourism authority of Thailand
Great news for UK travellers as Thailand is off the red list, which means fully vaccinated travellers arriving in the UK from green list countries no longer need to do a pre-departure test,…
How the pandemic is changing aviation forever
It is astonishing that an airline flies still because of what has happened.
AirAsia Thailand launches ‘Domestic Fly-Thru’ service for 42 routes
AirAsia continues to provide an enhanced experience for guests with its newest Domestic Fly-Thru service at Don Mueang Airport for 42 Thailand domestic routes
Meet the hottest airplane seat as aviation re-starts
So, why man travellers are setting the wish to fly in Premium Economy?
Top tech trends fuelling the holiday rental success story
A Mintel poll of 2,000 consumers indicated a total of GBP 7.1 billion (USD 9.86 billion) will be spent on staycations between July and September 2021
How vouchers can boost your bottom line and avoid being left behind post-COVID
Hotel voucher was a relatively overlooked aspect of a property’s playbook, but it develops into a required feature and essential to any hotelier to generate income quickly and efficiently.
Sea Sick: Is Cruising still a Happy Business?
The Cruise industry before COVID-19 generated $134 billion in travel and tourism revenue prompting CLIA to paint a rosy future. This was before COVID-19
UK airports become more friendly to people with autism
As the head of innovation & regulatory compliance at OmniServ, the UK's biggest provider of assistance to disabled passengers, Samantha Saunders is well positioned to comment on why we…
Digital detox mode: ‘Unrating Vienna’ urges travellers to seek beyond ratings
On the back of its popular ‘Unhashtag Vienna’ digital detox campaign, the Vienna Tourist Board has now launched 'Unrating Vienna' that tackles the online rating obsession by asking the…
“I tripped over a puppy”: 10 most bizarre travel insurance claims
Following my article on how to deal with 'holiday hell', it's to look at some of the more bizarre misfortunes that travellers have had to face.
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.
ASIA DMC prevails at the World Travel Awards 2018
Destination management company, ASIA DMC, has announced its recent success at the 25th World Travel Awards Gala held in Hong Kong on 3 September 2018.
Small Luxury Hotels of the World 2017 Travel Trends
Small Luxury Hotels of the World Announces 2017 Travel Trends.
Destinations to watch
· Mexico - the spotlight is on Mexico for 2017, where momentum continues to grow in the luxury boutique…
Top four tips to keep your hotel competitive in 2017
Step into a respectable hotel’s front office and you’re greeted by a picture of calm. Everything seems to happen with a graceful air – nobody’s in a hurry, nothing looks disorganized. As…
