Tourism Boards

Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority unveils “Ramadan in Bahrain” Guide for global visitors

Kanchan Nath Mar 25, 2024

As part of the festivities in Manama, the Gulf tourism capital for 2024, Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) announces the launch of the Ramadan Tourism Guide titled “Ramadan in…

Attractions

Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi introduces an exclusive suhoor experience to celebrate Ramadan

Kanchan Nath Mar 22, 2024

Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi is thrilled to announce its unique and exciting suhoor experience during the Holy Month of Ramadan, running every Friday and Saturday from 9:00 pm to…

Hotels

Al Habtoor City Hotel Collection to open Ramadan Garden at its iconic Winter Garden in celebration of the Holy month of Ramadan

Kanchan Nath Mar 13, 2024

The hotel welcomes you back to Ramadan Garden by Winter Garden, aiming to be your go-to destination for a memorable Ramadan experience for visitors throughout the UAE and beyond.

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad Airways shares the spirit of Ramadan with special offerings

Kanchan Nath Mar 12, 2024

Etihad Airways is marking the arrival of the holy month of Ramadan, both in-flight and on the ground to immerse passengers in the spirit of Ramadan and enhance their travel experience during…

Attractions

Discover timeless tranquillity as AlUla unveils rich cultural and culinary delights during Ramadan 

Kanchan Nath Mar 11, 2024

The ancient city of AlUla, nestled in the northwest of Saudi Arabia, invites visitors to immerse themselves in the sacred tranquillity and contemplation of Ramadan while exploring the depth…

Global

Women entrepreneurs gather at Ramadan Suhoor event by ADBWC & Wio Bank

Kanchan Nath Apr 17, 2023

The Abu Dhabi Businesswomen Council, a subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Chamber, in collaboration with Wio Bank PJSC, brought female entrepreneurs together in a unique Ramadan Suhoor event,…

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

Continental and ERC invite children to the The Green Planet for Ramadan

Kanchan Nath Apr 11, 2023

Continental and Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) recently collaborated to host a special day out for underprivileged children in Dubai in the spirit of Ramadan, with support from The Green…

Technology

CTM acquires Tramada to boost corporate travel

Megha Paul Oct 29, 2020

Australia-based Corporate Travel Management (CTM) has today affirmed the acquisition of Sydney-based travel technology company Tramada Holdings

Time Hotels offers iftar deliveries during Ramadan

Megha Paul Apr 23, 2020

UAE-based hospitality company Time Hotels is set to launch an exclusive Iftar menu which focuses on locally sourced and fresh produce and will be available for home delivery, daily…

Tourism

RAK Tourism celebrates Ramadan with 50 orphans

Alastair Newport May 20, 2019

To celebrate the holy month of Ramadan and embrace the spirit of giving, Haitham Mattar, chief executive officer of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) invited over 50…

Air

Early Ramadan linked to drop in APAC passenger numbers

Alastair Newport Aug 8, 2018

Passenger growth in the Middle East has experienced a decline of -4.5% according to a report from the Airports Council International Asian office.

Appointments

R Hotels appoints GM for Ramada Downtown Dubai

Jill Sayles Nov 22, 2017 9

R Hotels announces the appointment of Mark Fernando as new general manager of Ramada Downtown Dubai.  In his role, he will head the overall operations of the 181-key hotel.…

Hotels

Wyndham Hotel Group opens Ramada Encore in Busan

Alastair Newport Sep 19, 2017

Wyndham Hotel Group has introduced its first Ramada Encore hotel to Busan with the opening of Ramada Encore Busan Haeundae.   The newly built 402-room hotel, developed under a…

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates returns with signature Iftar service for Ramadan

Maria Airey May 18, 2017

The Emirates Iftar service has been a mainstay for over 20 years and illustrates the airline’s commitment to putting customer comfort and convenience at the heart of its service offering.…

Hotels

Ramada Ajman secures second Green Globe certification

Gemma Greenwood Apr 3, 2017

Ramada Hotel & Suites Ajman has been awarded the prestigious Green Globe Certification for second year in a row. The 388-key property received an improved score from the audit…

UK

Ramada named Europe’s fastest growing hotel brand

Gemma Greenwood Jan 30, 2017

Ramada is set to continue its rapid expansion after being recently named the Fastest Growing Hotel Brand in Europe for 2016 by PKF hotelexperts.  Fourteen new Ramada hotels joined…

Hospitality

Tourism Malaysia holds Malaysia Midnight Sale 2024

Marga Manlapig Nov 4, 2024

Tourism Malaysia successfully held its first-ever Malaysia Midnight Sale 2024, in collaboration with Mastercard, Paradigm Mall Johor Bahru, and GCH Retail (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd.

Tourism Boards

Dubai welcomes a record 9.31 million visitors in the first half of 2024 

Kanchan Nath Jul 31, 2024

Number of international overnight visitors in the first half of the year was 9% higher than the same period in 2023.

Global

Tourism seen as key to Southeast Asia’s economic recovery

Marga Manlapig Jul 16, 2024

Global research firm McKinsey’s economic report for the first quarter of this year showed how tourism is becoming a key factor for economic recovery in Southeast Asia.

Oman

Amadeus and Vistara conclude successful promotion with travel partners in Oman

Kanchan Nath Jul 9, 2024

Amadeus, a global leader in travel technology and Vistara Airlines successfully collaborated on a joint promotion to support the travel industry during the typically slow period last Ramadan…

Tourism

Olympic Holidays offers beachy bliss trips to Goa

Kanchan Nath Jul 4, 2024

Olympic Holidays carefully curated portfolio includes a range of alluring, far-flung destinations for year-round sunshine Goa, India’s enchanting southern state, tops the list of dream…

Hotels

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts open the first Dolce hotel in Türkiye, Dolce by Wyndham Çeşme Alaçatı

Kanchan Nath Jul 1, 2024

Dolce by Wyndham Çeşme Alaçatı and two additional hotels open in partnership with DRD Hotels, expanding Wyndham’s portfolio in Türkiye to nearly 120 hotels

Attractions

Umm Al Emarat Park attracts record-breaking 350,000 visitors during 2023/2024 season

Kanchan Nath Jun 7, 2024

Marking the end of an extraordinary season at Umm Al Emarat Park, set a new benchmark, this season drew an astounding crowd, with more than 350,000 visitors experiencing the Park’s…

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad Airways reports record profit after tax of AED 526 million in first quarter results

Kanchan Nath May 13, 2024

Etihad Airways today announced its Q1 2024 results, recording a profit after tax of AED 526 million (U.S.$ 143 million), a significant improvement over Q1 2023, marking a solid start for the…

Hotels

Accor’s First-Quarter 2024 Revenue €1,236 million, up 8%

Kanchan Nath Apr 26, 2024

In the first quarter of 2024, Accor opened 53 hotels corresponding to over more than 8,000 rooms, representing a net unit growth of 3.1% over the last 12 months

Associations

HRAWI honours Pune Hoteliers for outstanding contributions at “Empowering Hospitality” Conclave

Kanchan Nath Apr 1, 2024

The Hotel And Restaurant Association (Western India) – HRAWI in conjunction with the Poona Hoteliers Association (PHA) successfully convened an impactful conclave titled 'Empowering…

Visa updates

VFS Global witnesses 15% increase in visa volume in 2023

Kanchan Nath Mar 11, 2024

With the growing demand for international travel over the past few years, VFS Global has witnessed a 15% surge in visa applications in 2023 v/s 2022, and a whopping 145% growth since borders…

OTAs & Tour Operators

EaseMyTrip unveils the Leap Year Travel Sale

Kanchan Nath Feb 28, 2024

EaseMyTrip.com has announced the Leap Year Travel Sale, a special spring sale that promises extensive discounts across a wide range of travel services.

Airlines and Aviation

Saudia launches Protectasbih, The world’s first sanitizing prayer beads for pilgrims globally

Kanchan Nath Feb 27, 2024

Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has launched the world’s first sanitizing prayer beads just in time for the holy month of Ramadan and Umrah season – where Saudia and the…

Hotels

Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa celebrates 50 years of Furanafushi island

Kanchan Nath Jan 4, 2024

As Furanafushi Island, where Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa is located, celebrates 50 years, the five-star resort pays tribute to the dramatic transformation of the country’s…

Attractions

The Galleria Al Maryah Island’s remarkable 10-year journey

Kanchan Nath Oct 4, 2023

Abu Dhabi’s distinguished lifestyle destination The Galleria Al Maryah Island is proud to commemorate a significant milestone in redefining luxury experiences.

Hotels

Wyndham Debuts La Quinta in Auckland with 246 keys

Kanchan Nath Oct 3, 2023

The opening of La Quinta by Wyndham Ellerslie Auckland marks the first La Quinta in Auckland and the  brand’s second in New Zealand, while reinforcing its longstanding partnership with New…

Hospitality

Wyndham to open stylish new hotel and branded residence in Georgia

Kristin Mariano Sep 21, 2023

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of the co-located Wyndham Grand Batumi Gonio and Wyndham Grand Residences Batumi Gonio in Georgia’s stunning Black Sea coastline,…

Hotels

Wyndham opens Ajul Luxury Hotel & Spa Resort with 171 keys

Kanchan Nath Jun 13, 2023

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, announced the opening of the Ajul Luxury Hotel & Spa Resort, its first Registry Collection Hotel in Europe.

Hospitality

Wyndham announces Thailand expansion with Fulcrum Ventures Asia

Kristin Mariano Jun 1, 2023

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company and leading provider of management services with over 1,600 hotels in approximately 20 markets and territories…

Hotels

ARTOTEL group officially opens Kyriad M2 Lampung

Kanchan Nath Apr 19, 2023

ARTOTELGroup, in collaboration with PT. Mahkota Maju Adi Perkasa, has added another property with the Kyriad franchise brand in Lampung province, namely Kyriad M2 Lampung. The hotel…

Attractions

Yas Island to celebrate Eid Al-Fitr with a lively firework show and music concerts

Kanchan Nath Apr 14, 2023

This Eid Al-Fitr, Yas Island Abu Dhabi is set to delight guests and families with an entertaining display of fireworks on the first two days and a host of top-notch music performances,…

Hotels

Sun-soaked luxury beckons at GHM Hotels 

Kanchan Nath Apr 13, 2023

Inimitable creator of stylish hotels and resorts worldwide, General Hotel  Management Ltd (GHM), has unveiled a premium selection of summertime offerings across its …

Attractions

Umm Al Emarat Park hosts the 100/100 Best Arabic Poster Exhibition

Kanchan Nath Mar 30, 2023

Umm Al Emarat Park is delighted to announce that it is hosting the 100/100 Best Arabic Poster Exhibition until April 23.

Food & Drink

Seven reasons to visit Yas Marina for your next Iftar meal

Kanchan Nath Mar 28, 2023

This holy month of Ramadan, Yas Marina is the perfect place to break your fast under the starry sky.

Religious Tourism

Safety risks in the holy city for spring holiday travellers to Jerusalem 

Kanchan Nath Mar 24, 2023

Despite growing fears of civil unrest, millions of people are expected to visit Jerusalem this year as part of a religious pilgrimage or religious tourism to the Holy Land.

Guest Column

Top places to visit when in Lahore, Shopping Spree & Stay!

Indigo Heights Feb 20, 2023

Top places to visit when in Lahore, Shopping Spree & Stay! Lahore is a vibrant and historic city in Pakistan known for its rich culture, delicious food, and beautiful architecture. It…

Features

Feel winter in Qatar

Kanchan Nath Jan 25, 2023

Qatar Airways and Qatar Tourism reveal exciting entertainment events from the “Feel Winter in Qatar” campaign during the launch of the third edition of the Qatar balloon festival

Special Reports

Muslim Gen Z travellers seek culture, sustainability in travel

Kanchan Nath Jan 20, 2023

 Two thirds of Muslim Gen Ztraveliers are looking for cultural immersion  in their chosen destinations, while nature excursions are prioritized just as highly as more conventional  “leisure…

Hospitality

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Asia Pacific expands presence in Vietnam and Thailand

Kristin Mariano Jan 18, 2023

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with more than 1,600 hotels in approximately 20 markets and territories in Asia Pacific proudly unveiled its…

Features

EaseMyTrip to become the official travel partner for the First World Tennis League

Kristin Mariano Dec 12, 2022

EaseMyTrip has announced that it is the official travel partner for the inaugural season of the most awaited World Tennis League, which will be taking place on the 19th-24th December at…

Hotel Management Company

Hospitality 360 expands hotel management portfolio

Kanchan Nath Dec 8, 2022

Hospitality 360 Sdn Bhd (“H360”), a Malaysian hotel management and consulting company announced the signing of a strategic partnership with Wyndham Hotels and Resorts (“Wyndham”) to expand…

Hospitality

Wyndham announces multiple property development agreement in Indonesia with Sun Motor Group

Kristin Mariano Dec 5, 2022

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…

Features

Rightsify: Providing the soundtrack for global aviation

Chris Head Nov 2, 2022

Incorporating music into the flying experience can have several benefits for both airlines and passengers. Music can help passengers feel relaxed on the ground, keep them entertained in the…

Hotels

‘Triple Points, Endless Adventures’ with Wyndham Rewards

Kanchan Nath Sep 30, 2022

As leisure and business travellers start exploring exotic destinations to visit across the Asia Pacific, Wyndham Rewards, spanning over 50,000 hotels, vacation club resorts, and vacation…

Two Wyndham hotels will open doors in Bangkok December 2021

Chris Head Dec 1, 2021

Both Wyndham Bangkok Queen Convention Centre and Wyndham Garden Bangkok Sukhumvit 42 feature outstanding hotel facilities and services in the heart of Bangkok

Vaccination Updates

Vaccination certificate must for foreign Umrah traveller

Megha Paul Apr 19, 2021

Foreign Umrah pilgrims wishing to travel to Saudi Arabia will have to how a Covid-19 vaccination certificate from their respective countries.

Tourism

Indonesia introduces travel ban during Eid in May

Megha Paul Apr 9, 2021

Indonesia has announced an internal travel ban during next month’s Eid al-Fitr celebrations, in an effort to prevent large-scale transmission of the coronavirus

Reopening updates

Oman temporarily bans entry of tourists from today

Megha Paul Apr 8, 2021

Oman will only allow citizens and residents to the enter the Sultanate from today following a spike in the number of Covid-19 cases

UAE and Saudi hotels making faster recovery

Megha Paul Oct 27, 2020

Middle East and Northern Africa (MENA) region hotels sector recovery will start in the fourth quarter of 2020 and continue in 2021

Podcast: Timeshare – True, Tried and Tested

TellMeWhere2Go Oct 5, 2020

Featuring: Barry Robinson, Wyndham Vacation Clubs Asia Pacific Timeshare first emerged in the 1960s as a way for large families to secure a holiday home. The concept gradually changed to…

‘Ajman, Your Joyful Summer Staycation’ is here

Megha Paul Aug 7, 2020

Ajman Tourism Development Department (ATDD) has launched ‘Ajman, Your Joyful Summer Staycation’ campaign to consolidate its position as a favourable destination for UAE residents

Partner content

5 ways how Wyndham’s Count on Us initiative keeps you safe when you can travel again

Kristin Mariano Jul 30, 2020

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has launched its Count on Us initiative in every property worldwide to build confidence among guests and to support Wyndham hotel partners as they prepare to…

Global

Kew Green CEO opens up about exciting new Thai Anglo partnership

Alastair Newport Jul 29, 2020

Following the formation of Siamese and Kew Green Management Company Thailand in a joint venture with Siamese Asset, the company announced seven new hotels in Bangkok - I spoke to Kew Green…

Bloggers

10 fascinating facts about UAE you can’t afford to miss

VISALEETS Immigration and visa services Jul 12, 2020

The United Arab Emirates, or UAE, as it is mostly called, is a country situated on the southeast end of the Arabian Peninsula. Although, Dubai is its most prominent 'emirate', but in all,…

“The four signings will further establish our presence in the bustling capital”: Wyndham boosts Bangkok network

Alastair Newport Jul 10, 2020

Wyndham, Wyndham Garden, Ramada Plaza by Wyndham, and Ramada by Wyndham – all scheduled to open within the next 24 months.

UK’s Kew Green Hotels spreads wings in South East Asia

Megha Paul Jul 9, 2020

Kew Green Hotels, one of the UK’s leading hotel management companies with over 55 hotels in its portfolio, is expanding into the South East Asia market through a joint venture with…

Wyndham Hotels spreads wings in Japan

Megha Paul Jun 18, 2020

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company, announced the continued expansion of its portfolio in Japan, converting two hotels to its Wyndham Grand and…

Wyndham expands ‘Count on Us’ initiative to Europe, Middle East, Eurasia and Africa

Megha Paul May 21, 2020

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with over 9,300 hotels in more than 90 countries, announced the expansion of its ‘Count on Us’ initiative…

Atlantis pledges 20,000 meals to ‘10 Million Meals’ campaign and illuminates 20,000 lights on Burj Khalifa

Megha Paul May 6, 2020

Atlantis Resorts has pledged 20,000 meals worth AED 225,000 (USD 61256.90) as part of ‘10 Million Meals’, the nation’s biggest community campaign to provide meals or food parcels to…

Events

Arabian Travel Market to return in May 2021

Megha Paul Apr 21, 2020

The 2020 Arabian Travel Market (ATM) has been cancelled, with the event set to return next year. After initially postponing the tradeshow until June, organisers have now bowed to the…

“This town is ripe with business opportunities”: Wyndham opens its latest flagship property

Alastair Newport Dec 19, 2019

Hotel management firm Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of its flagship Wyndham hotel brand in the Royal Town of Klang, just outside Kuala Lumpur, today. Owned by…

Wyndham Hotels offers signature super vacation sale

Megha Paul Sep 23, 2019

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has announced their signature super vacation sale offering guests up to 40% off the hotel’s best available rate at participating Wyndham hotels across…

Passenger numbers up 2.1% in APAC

Megha Paul Sep 4, 2019

Passenger traffic in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East recorded growth in June at 2.1% and 8.1% respectively. According to a report by Airports Council International Asia-Pacific, in…

IATA announces record breaking load factor for June 2019

Alastair Newport Aug 9, 2019

Global aviation body the International Air Transport Association (IATA), has revealed its data for global passenger traffic June 2019, this week, which includes details of a new high in load…

Special Reports

APAC hotel performance shows ‘negative’ results for Q2 2019

Tian Tolentino Jul 25, 2019

According to new data, hotel performance in APAC shows negative results across the three key performance metrics during the second quarter of 2019.

Hospitality

Saudi hospitality market top performer in MENA region

Megha Paul Jul 12, 2019

Despite a drop in earning across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) hospitality sector in May, Saudi Arabia’s hotel market emerged as the top performer, recording the highest…

Hospitality

Accor and Marriott dominate in ME

Alastair Newport Apr 8, 2019

Industry analyst STR has revealed that the Accor and Marriott International brands have the highest number of rooms in the hospitality market in the Middle East.

Hospitality

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts finds a new Habitat in Pattaya

Alastair Newport Mar 27, 2019

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has announced it will be taking up management duties for the Habitat Group, under the  Ramada by Wyndham brand, at the Thai real estate developers new property…

Hotels

2018 in review: Movers and shakers in the hotel space

Tian Tolentino Jan 2, 2019

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.

Global

20/20 Vision: Wyndham’s APAC president’s plans for 2019 and beyond

Alastair Newport Dec 19, 2018

Following the Wyndham Hotels & Resorts split from parent company Wyndham Worldwide earlier this year, it was necessary to install a new head honcho for APAC. Opting to recruit internally…

Hotels

Wyndham Grand expands in Georgia

Tian Tolentino Oct 22, 2018

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has announced the upcoming opening of Wyndham Grand Tbilisi in the heart of Georgia’s capital.

Hotels

Wyndham continues European expansion with brand debut in Portugal

Tian Tolentino Oct 1, 2018

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has announced the debut of Ramada by Wyndham Lisbon — the latest addition to the brand’s growing footprint in Portugal.

Global

Wego report: Egypt still most popular among MENA travellers

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Aug 27, 2018

Wego, the largest online travel marketplace in the MENA region, released the MENA Traveller Destination Leaderboards for Q2-2018. This report highlights the rise and fall in popularity of…

Air

All roads lead to Hajj: Thai Airways launch special flights

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Jul 31, 2018

Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) has arranged special flights for Thai Muslims to attend the Hajj Pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, with flights departing from Narathiwat…

Tourism

Hoteliers in Johor stay positive despite occupancy rates

Michael Mackey Jul 17, 2018

Despite occupancy rates of less than 50%, hotels in Johor Bahru are optimistic about their future, Ivan Teo, chairman of the Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) and general manager of…

Hospitality

Marriott targets Arab travellers with new website

Kristin Mariano Jun 8, 2018

Marriott International has relaunched its Arabic website to provide a seamless booking experience to Arab travellers. The website will cater to 400 million people in 22 Arabic-speaking…

Tourism

Ex-UN chief Ban Ki-moon: Tourism promotes empathy

Kristin Mariano May 29, 2018

The former secretary general of United Nations, Ban Ki-moon stressed the importance of tourism in understanding and empathy.

Hospitality

InterContinental Hotels, Ratanakorn Asset and the Thai EEC project

Alastair Newport May 23, 2018

InterContinental Hotels Group has announced it has signed up with Thai real estate company Ratanakorn Asset, to develop eight new sites in Thailand, totalling 2000 rooms, slated to open…

Hotels

Wyndham CEO assures stability and acquisition amid spinoff and profit drop

Kristin Mariano May 9, 2018

There is no stopping Wyndham Worldwide from looking potential brands to add to its portfolio, despite the ongoing spinoff and profit losses. The hotel group is currently preparing to…

Hotels

Oakwood says ‘Ohayou’ to Osaka in summer 2018

Simon Willmore Feb 7, 2018

Oakwood Worldwide is slated to open Oakwood Hotel & Apartments Shin-Osaka, with Yasuko Sugiyama as its GM, on the summer of 2018.

Hotels

Dreamland Resort Bali set to seduce tourists with world class facilities and strategic location

Alastair Newport Feb 5, 2018

A second Wyndham Hotels and Resorts flag has risen in Bali with the opening of Wyndham Dreamland Resort Bali. The upscale resort is located near Dreamland Beach, one of Bali’s many hidden…

Appointments

Pullman Hotel Hanoi names Simon P Rindlisbacher as new GM

Alastair Newport Jan 18, 2018

Simon P Rindlisbacher has been appointed general manager, Pullman Hotel Hanoi effective 25 November 2017. A Swiss national with 20 years hospitality experience, Simon moved to Thailand in…

Hotels

Wyndham Hotel Group continues growth in EMEA

Jill Sayles Jan 17, 2018

Wyndham Hotel Group has continued to expand its footprint across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Eurasia (EMEA) with a number of  openings throughout 2017, bringing the total number of…

United States

Abu Dhabi Named Second Best City in the World

Mark Elliott Sep 18, 2017 0

By: Doreen Pendgracs Survey results released July 16, 2017 rate Abu Dhabi the second best city in the world in which to live, work, and do business, based on the most recent Ipsos Top…

Hotels

Indonesian hotel occupancy surges to five-year high

Mark Elliott Aug 24, 2017

Indonesia's hotel sector experienced a surge in occupancy last month, reaching its highest July level since 2012. According to the latest data from STR, the country's hotel rooms were…

Hotels

Wyndham creates new global hotel company

Mark Elliott Aug 22, 2017

Wyndham Worldwide has revealed plans to create a new, publicly traded hotel company. To be spun-off from Wyndham Worldwide in 2018, the new "pure play" hotel group will operate the…

United States

Grand Canyon Helicopters launch new adventurous day tour from Las Vegas, Heli & Whitewater Rafting Adventure

Mark Elliott Aug 1, 2017 0

New for 2017, Grand Canyon Helicopters has announced the launch of its newest tour out of Las Vegas: Heli & Whitewater Rafting Adventure, offering a day of adrenaline and adventure for…

Hotels

Phuket under pressure as tourism growth exposes issue of unlicensed hotels

Mark Elliott Jul 18, 2017

One of Asia’s most desirable tourist destinations, Phuket is attracting an ever-increasing number of international visitors to its golden beaches and turquoise seas. But many of the…

Hotels

Singapore hotel rates decline for fifth straight month

Mark Elliott Jul 12, 2017

Hotel rates in Singapore fell 2.5% year-on-year in June, marking the fifth consecutive month they have declined. According to latest preliminary data from STR, last month's drop took…

Attractions

Grand Canyon Helicopters launches heli & whitewater rafting adventure day tour from Las Vegas

Jill Sayles Jun 30, 2017

Grand Canyon Helicopters has announced the launch of its newest tour out of Las Vegas: Heli & Whitewater Rafting Adventure, a day tour for visitors to Las Vegas. Offered in…

United States

M&R Names General Manager for Comfort Inn Midtown West

Travel Daily USA Apr 25, 2017 0

M&R Hotel Management today announced the appointment of Fran Ramos as general manager of the 88-room Comfort Inn Midtown West at 548 West 48th St., where she has been assistant general…

Hotels

Wyndham Rewards surpasses 50m member mark

Aaron Greenwood Apr 2, 2017

Wyndham Rewards, the guest loyalty programme of hotel giant Wyndham Hotel Group has announced it has surpassed 50 million members worldwide, marking a major achievement for the programme.…

Hotels

Wyndham makes double launch in Korea

Mark Elliott Mar 30, 2017

Wyndham Hotel Group has continued its rapid expansion in South Korea with the opening of a pair of new Ramada Encore hotels in South Korea. Located in the cities of Seoul and…

Airlines and Aviation

Swiss challenges Londoners to create world’s longest ski-lift queue

Aaron Greenwood Jan 26, 2017

Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) is aiming to establish a world record in London for the longest ski-lift queue as part of its new campaign: SWISSED – just as holiday makers are getting…