Airlines and Aviation

Sama: The world’s first digital human cabin crew debuts on social media

Kanchan Nath Jan 13, 2025

Through her Instagram account, @SamaOnTheMove, Sama offers a curated mix of travel tips, personal anecdotes from her layovers, and an insider’s perspective on some of the world’s most…

Reports

62% of travellers who planned trips on social media made purchase decisions based on content they viewed: Phocuswright

Kanchan Nath Nov 26, 2024

Madeline List, Manager of Research and Special Projects at Phocuswright, presented key findings from the firm's latest consumer research study, "Scroll, Heart, Fly: Social Media's Impact on…

Technology

East Chinese province of Ningbo promotes itself with a social media micro-drama

Marga Manlapig Oct 16, 2024

A bilingual micro-drama in Chinese and English titled 144 Hours in Ningbo recently captivated viewers on various online platforms.

Features

Surfshark’s thought-provoking ‘naked people’ campaign highlights social media privacy concerns

Kanchan Nath Oct 5, 2024

The campaign featured individuals wearing signs instead of clothes, urging social media giants to prioritise privacy and stop leaving their users feeling ‘naked’.

Reports

Social media’s evolving role in travel: More than just inspiration, it’s driving bookings

Kanchan Nath Oct 2, 2024

A new study by Phocuswright, a travel industry research firm, reveals that social media has evolved beyond a mere source of travel inspiration.  It's now a powerful force driving actual…

Technology

Can autonomous AI bots help travel agents automatically grow their social media?

Marga Manlapig Aug 12, 2024

As travel technologies evolve, AI could prove to be a solution for travel agencies' marketing and promotions initiatives.

Training

Lemongrass launches Springboard, a new social media and influencer marketing programme for travel brands

Kanchan Nath Jun 17, 2024

The eight-week programme, devised by the Lemongrass digital marketing team provides a range of tools and tactics to enable brands to upskill their teams

Weddings & Honeymoon

Top 10 best locations for a destination wedding on social media

Kanchan Nath Mar 27, 2024

The study by Bounce analysed social media popularity in each location on the list to reveal the best destinations for a wedding abroad in 2024.

Features

68% of MENA consumers name social media as their primary source for news

Kanchan Nath Feb 22, 2024

68% percent of MENA consumers have identified social media as their primary news source – emphasizing a significant shift in the way people are consuming news, according to the latest…

Global

Top 10 most romantic places in the world to propose this Valentine, according to social media 

Kanchan Nath Feb 9, 2024

New data has revealed the most romantic places in the world to propose. The research conducted by the experts in customised jewellery at Glamira.com analyzed a list of 134 romantic places.

Features

Top ten UK cities most obsessed with becoming social media stars 

Kanchan Nath Feb 1, 2024

New data has revealed which cities are filled with the most wannabe social media stars, with Winchester dreaming of the influencer lifestyle the most.

Airlines and Aviation

Jazeera Airways announces new social media platforms for India

Kanchan Nath Dec 7, 2023

Jazeera Airways, Kuwait based low-cost carrier recently hosted an event in Mumbai for social media influencers and travel agents to officially announce its new social media platforms for…

Hospitality

2024 Travel Trends: Social media, spending more and solo travel

Kristin Mariano Oct 10, 2023

Travel in 2024 is set for a year of evolution, with new research showing how people in the UK are reshaping the definition of the ‘modern traveller’ by prioritising experiences, changing…

Features

Top Ten social media platforms we spend the most time on

Kanchan Nath Aug 23, 2023

The average time spent on a website can indicate how valuable and captivating content is and how engaged visitors are. So which social media platforms hold our attention most?

Features

People now spend 876 hours per year on social media

Kanchan Nath Jun 7, 2023

According to the data presented by the Atlas VPN team, an average internet user now spends 144 minutes (2 hours and 24 minutes) on social media.

Reports

Social media users to reach 5.85bn by 2027

Kanchan Nath Feb 17, 2023

Best Sports Betting Canada reveals the number of social media users worldwide will increase +28% by 2027. 70% of the world will be on social media (data sourced from Statista)

Eturbo News

Travelers want more inclusive, authentic content on social media

Harry Johnson Dec 8, 2022 0

There is a high demand for travel brands to do more to feature inclusive and diverse content creators and experiences. Travelers want more inclusive, authentic content on social media

Technology

TIS reveals travel trends for the coming years: social media, sustainability and frictionless experiences

Kanchan Nath Nov 17, 2022

TIS - Tourism Innovation Summit 2022 the global summit of technology and innovation for the travel and tourism industry that has celebrated its third edition in Seville (Spain), has brought…

Eturbo News

Top 10 airlines in 2022 social media discussions

Harry Johnson Aug 1, 2022

American Airlines is ranked as the most mentioned airline company among the top 10 airline companies based on social media discussions Top 10 airlines in 2022 social media discussions

Gen Z considers social media when deciding travel plans

Kristin Mariano Jun 27, 2022

A new travel report from YouGov, using data from YouGov Profiles, sets out to understand perspectives on travel—and life—from 18- to –24-year-olds around the world (Global Gen Z).

Mobile & Social

Why ignoring social media could prove fatal for hotel GMs

Kristin Mariano May 4, 2022

Facebook and Instagram, two of the largest social media platforms with 2.9 and two billion monthly active users respectively, are more than just a brand awareness or communication tool for…

Air

Emirates launches social media contest in search of player mascot

Megha Paul Apr 12, 2022

Emirates has launched a special social media competition, in partnership with Siamsport in search of the lucky Thai kid to accompany their favourite football heroes

Technology

It’s our best shot! Tourism Fiji launches social media drive to build industry support for vax drive

Megha Paul Aug 27, 2021

Tourism Fiji has launched a new initiative to encourage all Fijians to be ready to welcome back international visitors when travel resumes

Worth the Wait! How poem which became social media sensation inspired Durham staycation campaign

Megha Paul Nov 28, 2020

The Rainbow Children, by Gemma Peacock, is part of a new campaign from Visit County Durham aimed at encouraging people to visit Durham

Bloggers

Social Media Marketing for Hotels: The Top 6 Platforms to Know

Jenn Zajac Aug 13, 2020

As more of the world gets online, global social media use continues to rise every year. In fact, the latest stats say a staggering 3.8 billion people around the world are active on social…

Tenerife Tourism kicks off social media campaign ‘Wellbeback’

Megha Paul Apr 8, 2020

Tenerife Tourism Corporation has been able to rekindle the emotions experienced by millions of travellers dreaming of enjoying the landscapes, beaches, gastronomic delights and leisure…

Technology

Celebrities, influencers, and organisations turn to social media to spread correct information

Kristin Mariano Mar 30, 2020

As fake news and misinformation spread faster than the novel coronavirus, the World Health Organisation enlisted the help of various social media platforms with the aid of celebrities and…

Air

Vistara offers access to social media and live cricket matches on new B787

Megha Paul Feb 24, 2020

Vistara, the Indian affiliate of Singapore Airlines, will become the country’s first carrier to offer in-flight Wi-Fi and streaming services on its new Boeing 787 Dreamliners, in what…

TripAdvisor Connect goes live on social media

Alastair Newport Oct 9, 2019

TripAdvisor has announced today announced that TripAdvisor Connect,  has now been officially launched on Facebook and Instagram. Designed as an off-platform media solution, Connect is guided…

Tourism

Which wonder of the world is most popular on social media?

Kristin Mariano Jul 31, 2019

Throughout the years, there have been several lists of World Wonders that were compiled from ancient monuments to wonders of the present day.

Technology

CEO Travala.com: The power of social media in the travel industry

Tian Tolentino Jun 26, 2019

Matt Luczynski, CEO and co-founder of Travala.com, shares insights on social media, smartphones and other trends that are shaping the way we travel.

United States

US begins social media screening for visa applicants

Megha Paul Jun 4, 2019

Nearly all applicants of US visas will have to provide information on their use of social media under the new rules adopted to enhance vetting of foreign nationals and to screen out…

Global

47 million social media posts confirm USA as “the land of road trips”

Alastair Newport May 24, 2019

From an analysis carried out by Europcar on over 47 million social media posts, America has come out top for the most popular road trip destinations in the world. The findings of the…

Tourism

Social media continues to influence the way we travel: Cox & Kings

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Jan 2, 2019

Peter Kerkar, Group CEO, Cox & Kings shares his views on trends that are set to define travel in 2019.

Technology

Virgin Holidays harnesses the power of social media with Trending Travel Guide

Tian Tolentino Dec 20, 2018

Virgin Holidays has launched the Trending Travel Guide – a digital platform that updates daily to give real-time holiday recommendations.

Mobile & Social

Love it or hate it: UK consumer survey reveals social media quirks

Tian Tolentino Nov 12, 2018

New research has revealed that UK consumers are more discerning and less ready to be ‘influenced’ when booking a holiday than travel brands may have previously thought.

Global

Infographic: Discover London’s best-loved attractions according to social media

Alastair Newport Jul 26, 2018

Infographic: Central London Apartments has revealed the favourite tourist attractions in London.

Technology

Email is still king even for social media-obsessed millennials

Kristin Mariano May 23, 2018

Travel companies should ramp up thier email marketing as email is still the preferred way of nearly a third of millennials across the Asia Pacific in receiving travel recommendations or…

United States

Trump administration plans to scour social media of immigrants before US entry

Tian Tolentino Apr 3, 2018

Would you be happy to give up five years of your social media history to get into the United States? Well, soon, you might not have any choice. The Trump administration has announced plans…

Tourism

Social media first for Antigua & Barbuda

Jill Sayles Nov 30, 2017 19

The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority has invited social media managers of UK tour operators to experience the island on a fam trip, rather than product mangers. The strategy was…

Airlines and Aviation

Sri Lankan airlines to launch social media competition at WTM

Jill Sayles Nov 3, 2017 13

SriLankan Airlines is offering a travel agent the chance to win a pair of Economy Class tickets from the UK to Sri Lanka at this year’s World Travel Market.  To enter the competition,…

United States

Road Scholar’s Popular #ageadventurously Social Media Movement Encourages Baby Boomers to Think Beyond Facebook

Mark Elliott Jul 27, 2017 5

BOSTON, J -- Road Scholar, the not-for-profit leader in educational travel for adults, recently launched #ageadventurously, a campaign designed to celebrate growing older. Beginning in July,…

Technology

Couples affected by overuse of social media while on holiday

Jill Sayles Jun 16, 2017

Too much time spent checking social media whilst on holiday could result in arguments and even complete relationship breakdowns for couples this summer, a survey has revealed. The online…

Restaurant

E-City SOCIAL joins Bangalore’s SOCIAL

Kanchan Nath Jan 10, 2025

SOCIAL, India's favorite neighborhood café, is reimagining the boundaries between work and play with the launch of its 11th outlet in Bengaluru in Electronic City.

Attractions

SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi announces Children’s Art Exhibition with ‘Draw Me the Sea’ Social Initiative

Kanchan Nath Sep 23, 2024

SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the World’s Largest Indoor Marine Life Theme Park, announces its ‘Draw Me the Sea,’ initiative that is designed to broaden children’s knowledge of the ocean…

Restaurant

SOCIAL opens its first outlet in Lucknow – Hazratganj SOCIAL

Kanchan Nath Sep 23, 2024

SOCIAL, India’s favourite neighbourhood café has arrived at Hazratganj, one of Lucknow’s most iconic and bustling neighborhoods.

Hotels

CitySuites unveils latest ESG report, highlighting significant environmental and social impact

Kanchan Nath Sep 20, 2024

CitySuites, a of luxury serviced apartments, announces the release of its fourth Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report.

Hospitality

SOCIAL celebrates 10 years of redefining urban culture: A unique confluence of café and bar

Kanchan Nath Aug 19, 2024

SOCIAL, India’s favourite neighborhood café, marks its 10th anniversary, celebrating a decade of communities and connections.

Global

Speakers announced for The TravMedia Summit at IMM Asia 2024

Marga Manlapig Aug 15, 2024

TravMedia announced this year’s list of speakers for its 2024 summit scheduled for 21 October in Singapore.

Tourism Boards

TOCA to partner with MLS to bring TOCA Social to the U.S

Kanchan Nath Jul 23, 2024

TOCA Football (TOCA), the world’s first technology-enabled soccer experience company, announced their plan to partner with Major League Soccer (MLS) to bring TOCA Social to the U.S. in…

Hospitality

10th SOCIAL in Bengaluru – Bellandur SOCIAL opens

Kanchan Nath Jul 22, 2024

SOCIAL, India’s favourite neighborhood café, is thrilled to announce its 10th outlet in Bengaluru at Prestige Tech Pacific, Bellandur

MICE

Super Songkran Success: A triumphant tale of Thai tourism’s economic, global, and social impact

Kanchan Nath May 11, 2024

 Traveloka's support of Thailand's travel industry continues as the travel platform's domestic search traffic grew by 60% from 8-21 April compared to the same period in March. 

Global

Showcase your ATAS accreditation on socials, with a trip to Singapore on offer

Kanchan Nath Apr 30, 2024

Are you ready to showcase your prestigious ATAS accreditation? It’s not just a badge of honour; it’s your ticket to an incredible opportunity, with the Australian Travel Industry Association…

Hospitality

antiSOCIAL Goa: Oasis of sounds, sips, savories, and spellbinding sunsets on Morjim Beach

Kanchan Nath Jan 23, 2024

antiSOCIAL, a trailblazer in art and music events, has unveiled its groundbreaking destination in Goa.

Consumer

Hyderabad gets SOCIAL!

Kanchan Nath Dec 26, 2023

SOCIAL, India’s beloved collective of neighbourhood cafés, has now opened its first outlet in Hyderabad, Telangana, at Raheja Mindspace IT Park, HITEC City.

Reports

New Travel & Tourism Social Impact Report reveals significant increase in female employment since 2010

Kanchan Nath Dec 22, 2023

New research from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Sustainable Tourism Global Center (STGC), initiated by the Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia, reveals that the global…

Hospitality

M Social Phuket introduces a new era in hospitality in the heart of Patong

Kristin Mariano Oct 30, 2023

Patong's hospitality scene is set to reach new heights with the grand opening of M Social Phuket, a dynamic addition to the island's hotel offerings. Situated in the heart of Patong, M…

Hospitality

antiSOCIAL celebrates 8 years of giving memorable experiences to India

Kanchan Nath Oct 20, 2023

This October, antiSOCIAL, India's iconic performance venue, is gearing up for a month-long celebration as it marks its glorious eight years of unforgettable performances.

OTAs & Tour Operators

Bebo takes over Goibibo’s socials

Kanchan Nath Oct 12, 2023

In a stellar illustration of two-way communication between a brand and its audience, Goibibo announces Kareena Kapoor Khan aka Bebo as its new brand ambassador.

IWTA

Meet the top nominees for Travel Daily Media (TD) – Inspiring Women in Travel Asia (IWTA) Awards 2023

Kristin Mariano Jun 17, 2023

The top nominees for the highly anticipated Travel Daily Media (TD) - Inspiring Women in Travel Asia (IWTA) Awards 2023 have been announced by the judging panel. TD-IWTA Awards recognise…

Technology

MMITA launches its first mobile app as a breakthrough social platform integrated with Augmented Reality

Kanchan Nath Jun 5, 2023

MMITA (Meet Me In The Astral), a cutting-edge technology company, launches its mobile app as a new Augmented Reality (AR) platform that allows users to experience and share AR content…

Hospitality

Shama launches of Shama Social Club across its Bangkok properties

Kristin Mariano Nov 25, 2022

“Inspiring Neighbourhood Spirit” and connecting guests to each of Shama’s distinct neighbourhoods, Shama launches Shama Social Club, an essential fabric of Shama’s portfolio proposition…

Airports

UK’s most socially impactful airport

Kanchan Nath Sep 26, 2022

London Luton Airport, the UK’s fifth largest airport, flying 18 million passengers to 122 destinations, is giving back on a scale well beyond any other UK airport ­– 20x the amount per…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Expedia Group launches new global social impact & sustainability strategy

Kristin Mariano Sep 20, 2022

Expedia Group has announced its new global social impact and sustainability strategy to advance a travel ecosystem that is responsible, open, and accessible to all. Combining the…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Tripseed continues to define progressive social sustainability in Thailand travel

Kristin Mariano Aug 2, 2022

Tripseed, an innovative travel operator and distributor based in Thailand, has launched a range of accessible travel programs and experiences to make visiting the country more inclusive…

Hospitality

Hotelbeds launches new Environmental, Social and Governance Strategy

Kristin Mariano Jul 26, 2022

Hotelbeds has today announced its new Environmental, Social and Governance strategy, which aims, as Hotelbeds’ CEO Nicolas Huss describes, "to take Hotelbeds' position on ESG to the next…

Refreshed and green! Contiki’s new brand ready for world craving social travel experiences

Megha Paul Jan 24, 2022

To reflect a brighter future for travel - as well as this bottled-up desire for authentic human connections - Contiki, the world leaders in youth social travel, has launched a bold evolution…

Reopening updates

2022 is the year travel will broaden not just horizons, but social circles too

Kristin Mariano Dec 27, 2021

As we look to the year ahead, Booking.com has shared its predictions for travel in 2022, revealing a renewed sense of optimism that is fueling a hunger to embrace the new normal and get back…

Reopening updates

UK travellers support continuing social distance measures on planes even after being vaccinated

Megha Paul Mar 4, 2021

Majority of UK consumers say it is reasonable for airlines to continue insisting on passengers wearing facemasks, even after they’ve been vaccinated

Social distancing from gorillas is the way to go in Uganda

Megha Paul Nov 28, 2020

With all the gorgeous national parks in the African country being reopened to visitors now, Uganda is all ready to welcome international tourists

3 best walking spots in Tokyo for social distancing

Kristin Mariano Jun 10, 2020

There is no doubt that Tokyo is one of the cities you should visit if you love to spend time with nature.

Australia

Wonder.Full. Experience: Social distancing in comfort and style

Kristin Mariano Apr 1, 2020

Ovolo Hotels chose to turn lemons into lemonade and see this whole health crisis as an opportunity to innovate their latest offering – Wonder.Full.

Taking social responsibility seriously! Lufthansa staff with medical training released from work to help

Megha Paul Mar 20, 2020

The spread of the coronavirus has placed the entire world in an unprecedented state of emergency. At present, no one can foresee what further consequences will ensue. What is certain,…

Be the social change: UNDP and Mövenpick in Maldives initiate ‘each for equal’ programme

Megha Paul Mar 10, 2020

Mӧvenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives celebrated International Women’s Day by organising a master class with Akiko Fujii, resident representative of United Nations Development Programme…

Cosmopolitan social hub nhow Amsterdam unveiled

Megha Paul Feb 12, 2020

The first nhow hotel in Amsterdam has opened its doors, with cultural influences from around the world on display throughout its 24 storeys. A vibrant mix of colours, lights and patterns…

What curated itineraries and social apps tell us about how people will travel in 2020

Alastair Newport Dec 20, 2019

Remember culture shock? A common phenomenon for travellers a decade ago, where travellers would arrive in a new place and step outside of their comfort zone to pursue the unfamiliar. It was…

Digital, green and social skills need of the hour

Megha Paul Sep 24, 2019

Research released today by People 1st International, a Next Tourism Generation Alliance (NTG) partner, highlights the importance that employers in the UK’s tourism sector are placing on…

Associations

“Innovative and socially minded”: GTMC teams up with Women in Travel

Alastair Newport May 30, 2019

Professional body representing travel management organisations in the UK GTMC, has announced a new collaborative partnership with pressure group Women in Travel today. The agreement will…

Tourism

The entrepreneurial coach: A train journey through social enterprise in India

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Jan 24, 2019

A one-of-a-kind journey; the Jagriti Yatra that recently completed its 11th edition; serves the mission of building India through social enterprise.

Hotels

“Social and environmental responsibility” at heart of akyra expansion

Alastair Newport Sep 14, 2018

Coming just a couple of days after my interview with Anchalika Kijkanakorn, managing director and founder of AKARYN Hotel Group (AHG), the Thai-based hospitality company has revealed details…

Hotels

Smart, social, sustainable: Queenstown’s first “next generation” hotel

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Aug 29, 2018

New Zealand’s first fully ‘smart’ hotel recently opened its doors in the heart of Queenstown.

Technology

Travltalk: Changing the way we travel, chat and socialise

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Jul 27, 2018

The newly launched location-based mobile app Travltalk is aiming to change the way millennial explorers, backpackers that roam the world seeking adventure and authentic local experiences.

Air

Conversocial adds WeChat support

Simon Willmore Mar 29, 2018

WeChat represents an audience of over 1 bilion users in China, many of whom use it as their sole access to news, information and social networking. However, for many international…

Tourism

Chinese tourists with bad ‘social credit’ face travel ban under country’s new policy

Kristin Mariano Mar 28, 2018

It seems like a plot in the dystopian future featured in Charlie Brooker's dark satire “Black Mirror”. The protagonist Lacie lives in a world where her social rating dictates every aspect…

Hotels

Banyan Tree Samui – GM Remko Kroesen on expansion, expats & corporate social responsibility

Alastair Newport Feb 27, 2018

Following stints as a GM with Hilton, Hyatt and Regent Hotels & Resorts, Aussie born Remko Kroesen hit Thailand as the general manager for Banyan Tree Samui. I got the low down on his…

Luxury Travel

Stay One Degree: First social network for luxury home rentals

Tian Tolentino Feb 2, 2018

As the sharing economy continues to grow, more and more consumers are enjoying the convenience and flexibility it brings to the table. Brands like YouTube, Uber, and Airbnb have had a major…

Consumer

NYC start-up keeps customer care real on chat, social and mobile

Simon Willmore Jan 8, 2018 20

Bad travel and hospitality services. Scripted customer care messages. Slow assistance. Mix them all together with social media, and you have a potential customer service hot spot for travel…

Associations

ICAO’s Dr. Fang Liu: “greater transparency is needed for social and economic benefits”

Alastair Newport Nov 23, 2017 21

ICAO Secretary General Dr. Fang Liu told ICAO member states yesterday that in order for them to safely and efficiently manage forecast growth, and optimize the social and economic benefits…

United States

New THOR Media Portal Strategic Partnership Provides Unique Digital Benefits to Membership

Mark Elliott Oct 25, 2017 0

(CENTENNIAL, CO – October 24, 2017) – Rich Media Exchange announced today their joint partnership with THOR Inc., a world leading travel services company. The multi-layered agreement…

UK

Get strictly social with Super Break

Jill Sayles Sep 21, 2017

Super Break is urging agents to use social media during Strictly Come Dancing screenings.  Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour UK has this week announced its 2018 Arena programme, ahead…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Four in ten Brits are Social Tourists

Jill Sayles May 30, 2017

New research has found that Brits are fulfilling their travel aspirations through friend’s and family’s posts on Facebook.  Four in 10 UK adults admit they are ‘social tourists’ -…

Tourism

Women in Travel launches its social initiative

Maria Airey Mar 14, 2017

To celebrate International Women’s Day, the Women in Travel initiative officially announced its status as a social enterprise to support women in the sector internationally. As a social…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways gets social with new business class

Mark Elliott Mar 8, 2017

Qatar Airways has unveiled a unique new business class product that allows passengers to merge their seats. The new QSuite was revealed to the travel trade today (8 March 2017), on…

United States

Top 5 Finalists Announced for Travel Technology Europe Disrupt Awards, Rich Media Exchange Included

Simon Willmore Feb 17, 2017 0

Rich Media Exchange has been named one of the Top 5 Finalists for the prestigious Travel Technology Europe Disrupt Awards. The finalists will compete for the Disrupt Award itself at Travel…

United States

Travel Technology Europe 2017: Media Guide

Simon Willmore Feb 15, 2017 0

Travel Technology Europe will bring together more than 6,000 professionals February 22-23. This year marks the 14th annual conference and will be held in Olympia London. Deciding if you…

Airlines and Aviation

Brain Waves: Social robots, in-room wine pourers, and more…

Mark Elliott Feb 7, 2017

Explore gets emotional to help customers choose the right holiday Adventure travel company Explore is using emotion-tracking software to help customers choose their perfect trip. The…

Reports

British Airways Holidays launches 2025 Travel Trends Report

Kanchan Nath Feb 21, 2025

British Airways Holidays unveils its 2025 Travel Trends Report, identifying the most searched for holiday destinations, as well as how travellers are choosing to curate their holidays in new…

Awards

Ngong Ping 360 earns accolades at TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2025 – Hong Kong

Dana Cruz Feb 21, 2025

Ngong Ping 360 emerged victorious at the TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2025 - Hong Kong, scoring wins in the Social Media Campaign of the Year - Hong Kong and Marketing Initiative of…

Reports

Singapore Tourism Board Oceania launches new marketing platform with Komodo

Marga Manlapig Feb 3, 2025

Singapore Tourism Board (STB)’s Oceania bureau has gone with international social media and influencer marketing agency Komodo to launch a new marketing platform called The Journey.

Awards

QLifestyle wins at TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2024 – Malaysia

Dana Cruz Nov 22, 2024

Celebrating innovation, QLifestyle’s social media campaign shines at the awards programme.

Air

Power outages and flight chaos: Experts urge airlines to improve disruption management

Kanchan Nath Aug 27, 2024

Research has found it takes a flight delay of just 64 minutes for passengers to see red and in the era of social media, it takes less than seconds for this frustration to be published onto…

MICE

Philippines to host the 1st ever UN Tourism Gastronomy Forum

Kanchan Nath Jun 11, 2024

With the rising popularity of travel shows and travel vlogging, not to mention the regular sharing of videos and photos on social media, it only takes an internet connection for anyone to…

Visa updates

Atlys takes the road less taken with ‘WeJustCrackedYourNextTrip’ campaign

Kanchan Nath May 30, 2024

Picking the right travel destination can be fun and exciting, but it’s not always easy. To assist travelers in making their next vacation choice, Atlys, an online platform for visa…

Airports

Top 15 Airports shared on Instagram the most each day 

Kanchan Nath Apr 21, 2024

With airports marking the start of a new adventure for many travellers, the tour experts at Explore Worldwide have revealed which airports around the world are getting tagged the most in …

Global

Top ten most Instagramable hotels worldwide  

Kanchan Nath Apr 8, 2024

The research conducted by travel experts at Dubai Tours & Tickets analysed a list of 80 top hotels worldwide to establish which hotels are the most Instagrammable by the total of…

Features

Hottest destinations for luxury winter sun – with Cyprus rising up the ranks 

Kanchan Nath Feb 26, 2024

Data from influencer analytics platform, WeArisma, has revealed that the Canary Islands are the most popular winter sun destination among influential social media sources worldwide.

Cruise

AE Expeditions partners with Approach Guides for expansion of trade marketing solutions

Kanchan Nath Jan 30, 2024

AE Expeditions has initially created three content experiences to kick-off the partnership, which can be co-branded by travel advisors with a single click and shared to their clients via…

Cruise

Top five most Instagrammable “Yachting Locations” in Europe

Kanchan Nath Dec 14, 2023

New research reveals the most Instagram-worthy yachting locations in Europe, based on their popularity on social media.  The study, conducted by boat insurance comparison site InsureMy

Features

Top 10 most beautiful national parks in the USA

Kanchan Nath Dec 1, 2023

The study by the travel experts at Bounce analyzed USA national parks on their social media posts, Google searches and customer review data to reveal the USA’s most beautiful national parks.

Features

TikTok’s top 10 cities for the best winter experience   

Kanchan Nath Nov 24, 2023

The study, conducted by online casino and sportsbook operator JeffBet, analysed social media data to determine the top ten most talked-about U.K., U.S., Canadian and European cities in…

Features

Top 10 most popular US beaches according to Instagram

Kanchan Nath Aug 13, 2023

The travel and luggage experts at Bounce compiled a list of the US’s most popular beaches according to social media, by analysing the number of Instagram posts

Tourism Boards

Singapore Tourism Board appoints ‘One Green Bean’ as UK communications agency

Kanchan Nath Aug 2, 2023

Singapore Tourism Board (STB) has appointed One Green Bean as its new PR and Social Media agency in the UK, following an open request for proposal process.

Travel Agents

Travel Republic celebrates its 20 year anniversary with new brand identity

Kanchan Nath Jul 23, 2023

Travel Republic has revealed a new look for its ‘iconic’ brand across all its customer-facing activities, including its website  and social media channels.

Features

Top ten most picturesque destinations around the world

Kanchan Nath Jun 26, 2023

Travellers often turn to social media to determine which destination will be next on their bucket list. Whether basking on a beach in Barbados or living it up in Ibiza, choosing a…

Associations

HRAWI seeks stronger online regulations to prevent booking frauds and smear campaigns

Kanchan Nath May 10, 2023

The Hotel and Restaurant Association of Western India (HRAWI) has expressed concern over the rising incidences of online hotel rooms booking frauds as well as instances of targeted smear…

Global

AutoGPT gains popularity as Twitter influencers predict revolution in AI, reveals GlobalData

Kanchan Nath Apr 24, 2023

AutoGPT has emerged as the top trend on Twitter since the second week of April 2023, reveals the Social Media Analytics Platform of GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company.

Global

 TikTok is changing the way we travel in 2023

Kanchan Nath Apr 6, 2023

With over 1 billion active users globally, TikTok is quickly becoming the go to social media platform. From packing hacks to money saving tips, travel inspo, to do’s and don'ts abroad, there…

Airlines and Aviation

Singapore Airlines launches new global brand campaign ‘Welcome to World Class’

Kanchan Nath Feb 1, 2023

Singapore Airlines (SIA) launched its latest global brand campaign, which  will run on television, print, digital, out-of-home, and social media platforms. 

Associations

ABTA Members’ customers travel with confidence in latest campaign

Kanchan Nath Dec 26, 2022

ABTA has launched the second phase of its annual flagship Travel with confidence campaign with a customer-focused video to be promoted through social media advertising.

Tourism

Top 5 Reasons to stay at The Residence Maldives

Kanchan Nath Nov 17, 2022

Scrolling through stunning photographs of of the Maldives on social media,  you might have pondered over vacationing there more than once.

wndr is taking over GenZ and Millennial travelers with short-form videos

Chris Head May 30, 2022

A new start-up company wndr is revolutionizing the travel discovery experience by focusing on short-form TikTok style videos, targeting Millennials and GenZ. wndr is focusing on bringing a…

Travel brands need to use this to directly engage with younger consumers

Kristin Mariano Mar 9, 2022

With social media proving to be the most cost-effective and impactful way of directly getting engaged with younger consumers, travel companies have begun to invest time and resources into…

ABTA’s refreshed Travel with Confidence campaign is here

Megha Paul Dec 24, 2021

The latest Travel with Confidence national advertising campaign from ABTA will launch with social media advertising on Boxing Day

Ferries getting more popular as most ‘Sea-nic’ way to travel

Megha Paul Oct 7, 2021

Social media posts, videos and images continue to be a growing influence on people’s travel choices – with natural landscapes and waterside views the most appealing to would-be holidaymakers

Mauritius is offering luxury trip for two to mark reopening of borders on 1 October

Megha Paul Sep 30, 2021

In an exciting new global social media flash campaign to mark the reopening of its borders to international travellers, Mauritius launches social media competition

Vaccination Updates

Vaccinated travellers won’t be allowed to fly due to blood-clot

Joe Cusmano May 18, 2021

Last week rumours that vaccinated people will be barred from flying because of blood-clot fears were circulating on social media.

OTAs & Tour Operators

Jet2holidays unveils campaign to support independent travel agents

Megha Paul Apr 6, 2021

Jet2holidays is continuing to support independent travel agents through the launch of a brand-new campaign which will boost agency partners’ social media and help them become experts

SKÅL Koh Samui launches domestic tourism recovery campaign

Andrew Wood Oct 1, 2020

Skål Koh Samui initiative aims to lure tourists back to the island with its #RediscoverSamui campaign, featuring a brand new video, media and social media programme

Airlines and Aviation

You can fly mask free in Lufthansa if you have this

Kristin Mariano Aug 25, 2020

Videos of “Karens” going viral for not wanting to wear a mask are popular in social media. Lufthansa Group airlines will allow those with health conditions to fly mask-free upon presentation…

Flavours of Thailand: TAT hosts live digital cooking show with popular lifestyle personality

Megha Paul Aug 13, 2020

Tourism Authority of Thailand hosted its live social media cooking event ‘Nakhat Thailandiaa with Rawan’ (Flavour of Thailand with Rawan)

Do not miss! Thailand’s fruit tour goes live on 21 July

Megha Paul Jul 20, 2020

Thailand will host live social media event ‘Thailand – Miss You 3000: Thai Fruit Tour’ tomorrow with Nael and Wael Abu Alteen

By the Way

‘Helo Travel’ encourages millions of users to visit India

Tian Tolentino Nov 6, 2019

Social media platform Helo has launched a three-month-long travel campaign called Helo Travel to encourage millions of users across nine regional language communities to "Say Helo to India".

Consumer

Get paid to travel the world in 2020

Tian Tolentino Oct 3, 2019

The Yacht Week & The Ski Week are offering two talented candidates the opportunity to travel the world, capture photos and video footage for its events, and take over its social media…

10 cleanest towns and cities in the UK

Kristin Mariano Sep 20, 2019

A new report examines the UK’s cleanest areas based on recyclable waste, air and water quality and social media data.

Airlines and Aviation

Garuda’s viral handwritten menu turned into a hot mess

Kristin Mariano Jul 19, 2019

We can see the power of social media after a popular Indonesian YouTuber posted a video of his experience in the business class of Garuda airline that immediately went viral.

Technology

Travel tech this week: Ride-hailing companies on the roll

Kristin Mariano Jun 20, 2019

This week, we turn our attention to ride-hailing companies that are taking over the world. From GoJek launching their social media accounts to Grab’s cancellation fines and to Uber’s JUMP…

Technology

Travel tech this week: Starting a small revolution and more

Kristin Mariano May 16, 2019

This week, road transportation takes centre stage with Uber sharing speed data and Amadeus including Heycars in its system. A new app is launched that combines tech’s best products – social…

Tourism

10 most Instagrammable European destinations

Kristin Mariano Apr 26, 2019

Instagram is one of the top social media platforms and is playing a big role in our lifestyle, especially our travels. Big 7 Travel has put together a list of Europe’s most Instagrammable…

Technology

Brits: What a bunch of blaggers

Alastair Newport Apr 4, 2019

The rise of influencers, bloggers, vloggers, along with the assortment of sculpted, honed and prettified men and women scoring free stays, in some of the world’s hottest destination in…

United States

Hero Traveler offers “travel advice you can trust”

Kristin Mariano Feb 15, 2019

Hero Traveler founder and CEO Joseph Anthony saw an opportunity to develop the first travel-focused social media application and website.

Expedition Cruising

Royal Caribbean will pay someone to cruise the world

Kristin Mariano Feb 13, 2019

Royal Caribbean is looking for a Shore Explorer or someone they can pay to travel the world and post amazing photos and stories on social media.

Airlines and Aviation

Amadeus and Malaysia Airlines launch Facebook chat bot for bookings

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Sep 24, 2018

Malaysia Airlines, together with Amadeus, has launched MHchat, a new feature which helps travellers’ book flights and pay through the popular social media app, Facebook Messenger.

Hospitality

Changing purchasing behaviour through influencer marketing

Tian Tolentino Jul 31, 2018

Just a couple of weeks ago, I spoke to the CEO of Swayy, David Gabriele, on how he built a tech company that helps hotels through influencer marketing. In this article, we dive into the…

Air

SimpliFlying launches airline crisis command centre as subscription service

Alastair Newport Apr 4, 2018

The 21st century and the rise of the internet and social media has made the world more connected, and, on many occasions, a lot more judgemental. Whereas it once took a natural disaster to…

Reports

Abercrombie & Kent reveals a fresh new brand identity

Marga Manlapig Mar 4, 2025

Luxury travel company Abercrombie & Kent presents a total brand refresh that truly embodies the spirit of adventure that spurred on its founder Geoffrey Kent.

Interviews

Hotelbeds’ Bertrand Sava on Gen Z and travel agents in the 21st century travel landscape

Marga Manlapig Mar 1, 2025

Hotelbeds' general manager for retail and travel agencies Bertrand Sava was part of a panel at the recently concluded MarketHub 2025 trade conference which discussed key trends happening in…

Interviews

HBX’s Javier Cabrerizo on the challenge of evolving markets

Marga Manlapig Mar 1, 2025

Gen Z’s influence on the way the world travels was one of the key topics discussed by HBX Group chief strategy officer Javier Cabrerizo during the company’s recent MarketHub 2025 summit in…

Tourism

Sustainable travel, ‘seacations,’ and experiential tourism lead UAE’s 2025 travel preferences

Megha Paul Feb 27, 2025

According to musafir.com report, there has been a shift in traveler priorities, with an increasing demand for immersive, off-the-beaten-path experiences that go beyond traditional luxury…

Tourism

Philippine Department of Tourism seeks to tie up with more celebrity tourism ambassadors

Marga Manlapig Feb 24, 2025

The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) expressed its interest  to partner with more global celebrities as tourism ambassadors as it pushes to increase arrivals from key source markets.

Tourism Boards

EaseMyTrip signs MoU with Korea Tourism Organization

Kanchan Nath Feb 23, 2025

EaseMyTrip.com has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) to enhance Korea’s visibility as a key outbound destination for Indian travellers.

Tourism

Top five travel habits of India’s Gen Z travellers: Agoda

Kanchan Nath Feb 21, 2025

Digital travel platform Agoda shares the top five travel habits of India’s Gen Z, revealing a generation that finds inspiration in the digital realm, embraces spontaneity, and values shared…

Hospitality

Archipelago hosts 2025 Commercial Summit in Jakarta

Marga Manlapig Feb 21, 2025

Indonesian hospitality company Archipelago successfully held the Commercial Summit 2025 from 10th to 13th February at the Aston Kartika Grogol Hotel & Conference Center, Jakarta. 

Awards

Exceptional travel and hospitality innovators honoured at TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards – Hong Kong 2025

Dana Cruz Feb 21, 2025

Hong Kong continues to thrive as a global travel destination, renowned for its vibrant culture, world-class infrastructure, and commitment to innovation.

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates extends multi-year partnership with UAE Team Emirates XRG

Kanchan Nath Feb 17, 2025

Emirates Airline and UAE Team Emirates XRG have announced the extension of their partnership which will see the airline retaining its rights as one of the main naming partners of the team

Global

Thailand takes silver at 49th International Snow Sculpture Festival in Japan

Marga Manlapig Feb 14, 2025

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) announced that the Thai team’s World Water Festival sculpture secured second place at the 49th International Snow Sculpture Contest.

TDM Guest Contributor

Overtourism Sparks New Travel Trends

Joe Cusmano Feb 10, 2025 0

In recent years, the phenomenon of over tourism has dramatically transformed the travel landscape. Famous destinations like Venice, Barcelona, and the Great Wall of China

Reports

Frasco: Philippine tourism gets robust start for 2025

Marga Manlapig Feb 10, 2025

The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) expressed its optimism with regard to drawing more foreign tourists to the country following excellent figures in January 2025.

Reports

Agoda reveals five top travel habits among young Asian travellers

Marga Manlapig Feb 6, 2025

Digital travel platform Agoda shares the results of their most recent study, showing the top five travel habits of Asian Gen Z.

Tourism

Philippine Department of Tourism’s Bicol office advises travellers to transact only with accredited providers

Marga Manlapig Feb 4, 2025

The Philippine Department of Tourism’s office in the Southern Luzon province of Bicol (DOT-5) is advising tourists to transact only with accredited operators and service providers.

TDM Guest Contributor

Boom Supersonic’s XB-1: Breaking the Sound Barrier and Paving the Way for Future Supersonic Travel

Joe Cusmano Feb 2, 2025 0

On January 28, 2025, Boom Supersonic’s XB-1 demonstrator made history by becoming the first manned civilian aircraft to break the sound barrier since the Concorde era.

Airlines and Aviation

Chennai Super Kings welcomes Etihad Airways to the front of jersey

Kanchan Nath Feb 2, 2025

Etihad Airways is celebrating the success of its partnership with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by upgrading its logo to the coveted ‘front-of-shirt’ position. 

Tourism

Agoda reveals fourth installment of its Eco Deals programme at ASEAN Tourism Forum

Marga Manlapig Jan 30, 2025

Agoda unveiled the fourth installment of its Eco Deals programme at the recently concluded ASEAN Tourism Forum in Malaysia. 

Tourism Boards

VisitBritain launches global screen tourism campaign with blockbuster-inspired film

Kanchan Nath Jan 29, 2025

 To drive inbound tourism across Britain, national tourism agency VisitBritain has this week launched a global screen tourism campaign, kicking off with a blockbuster-inspired film that sees…

Hotels

12 Years of Service, 12 Years of Success

Kanchan Nath Jan 21, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Gurugram Baani Square is delighted to commemorate 12 remarkable years of delivering exceptional hospitality and unforgettable experiences.

Tourism Boards

Ras Al Khaimah witnessed 1.28 million overnight arrivals in 2024

Kanchan Nath Jan 17, 2025

Building on a track record of remarkable achievements, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) reports its strongest year ever, welcoming a record-high 1.28 million overnight…

Hospitality

IHG Hotels & Resorts marks 50th year in Greater China

Marga Manlapig Jan 17, 2025

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) marks an extraordinary milestone with its 50th anniversary in Greater China. 

Reports

Shanghai is South Koreans’ top destination

Marga Manlapig Jan 17, 2025

Shanghai has become the top choice for South Korean tourists, thanks to China's 240-hour transit visa-free policy.

Partner content

Get tech-agile with AI-driven Hospitality Solutions from Agilysys

Kanchan Nath Jan 14, 2025

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is raising the competitive index for hotels as they vie to get hold of the best tech-savvy hospitality solutions available.

Reports

Travel trends by ALL, Accor’s booking platform

Kanchan Nath Jan 13, 2025

The year 2024 marks a major turning point for the global tourism sector, with an almost total return to pre-pandemic levels.

Hospitality

Belmond launches ‘Long Shots’

Kanchan Nath Jan 13, 2025

This January, Belmond invites you to start the year with a sense of calm and tranquility with the launch of its new film series, 'Long Shots'.

Tourism

U.S. Virgin Islands sets New Tourism Record in 2024

Kanchan Nath Jan 11, 2025

The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism announces new record-breaking passenger arrival numbers, which highlight the continued growth of St. Croix, St. Thomas, and St. John as a…

Hospitality

Laguna Phuket unveils Wishing Tree art installation

Marga Manlapig Jan 9, 2025

Laguna Phuket recently unveiled the captivating and creative Wishing Tree installation which merges the skilled artistry of local craftsmanship with innovative design, welcoming visitors…

Reports

London Luton Airport reveals its annual 2025 travel trend predictions

Kanchan Nath Jan 8, 2025

From AI-powered getaways to nostalgia-fuelled adventures, the UK’s simplest and friendliest airport reveals five new travel trends that are helping pave the way for holidaymakers for the…

Hospitality

Hospitable launches free conference and coaching initiatives

Kanchan Nath Jan 8, 2025

 In a move to reshape how short-term rental (STR) hosts learn and scale, Hospitable has announced two new, free initiatives set to connect hosts directly with those who truly understand…

Reports

New report reveals insights into Vietnamese adventure tourism market

Marga Manlapig Jan 6, 2025

American research firm Report Ocean recently released its annual report on the Vietnamese adventure tourism market.

Interviews

Alaska remains a ‘favourite’ for Indian Cruise travellers: Singh

Kanchan Nath Jan 6, 2025

In an interview with TDM, Manoj Singh, Country Head India, NCL shares about the fly-cruise market, easy booking tools for the travel trade such Book-A-BDM platform and NCL Connect and…

Attractions

1.301.343 people visited the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in 2024

Kanchan Nath Jan 3, 2025

2024 was a very positive year for the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao thanks to the support obtained from the public, as shown in its 1.301.343 visitors, barely 2% under the all-time record of…

Global

Air India becomes the first Indian airline to introduce in-flight Wi-Fi internet on domestic flights

Kanchan Nath Jan 3, 2025

Starting 1 January 2025, in-flight Wi-Fi services available on all flights operated by Air India’s A350, B787-9 and select A321neo aircraft.

Tourism

Almost 3 million tourist visit Kashmir in 2024

Kanchan Nath Dec 30, 2024

The total tourist footfall in 2024 stands at approximately 2.95 million, a notable rise from the 2.71 million visitors in 2023 and 2.67 million in 2022, according to official data.

Airports

Digi Yatra sets the stage for an exciting 2025

Kanchan Nath Dec 27, 2024

The year 2024 saw Digi Yatra, a Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI) based ecosystem utilising face biometric technology for contactless and seamless passenger processing at airports, changing the…

Reports

Nepal government renews travel advisory to Southeast Asia

Marga Manlapig Dec 26, 2024

The Nepal government renewed its travel advisory for citizens planning to visit Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, and Laos on Monday, 23rd December.

Global

Top New Year’s Eve destinations to welcome 2025 in style

Kanchan Nath Dec 24, 2024

New Year's Eve is one of the most anticipated celebrations of the year, but all too often, it fails to live up to the hype.

Technology

Vietnamese traveltech firm Tubudd introduces Health Buddy

Marga Manlapig Dec 6, 2024

Vietnamese traveltech platform Tubudd recently launched Health Buddy, Vietnam’s first-ever medical service app which connects visiting foreigners with local healthcare facilities.

Spas & Treatments

Top wellness trends for 2025: Accor

Kanchan Nath Dec 5, 2024

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,…

Air

Philippine Airlines reveals new promotional video

Marga Manlapig Dec 4, 2024

Philippine Airlines recently launched a new promotional campaign created with renowned advertising agency BBDO Guerrero Philippines.

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways unveils new in-flight safety video

Kanchan Nath Dec 4, 2024

Comedian, Actor and Entrepreneur Kevin Hart stars in Qatar Airways’ in-flight safety video, engaging passengers with essential safety information

Reports

Over half (52%) of Indian hoteliers to increase investments in the next six months

Kanchan Nath Dec 4, 2024

The Indian hospitality sector is on a remarkable trajectory, witnessing interesting developments due to ever-evolving market dynamics, sectoral challenges, government policies and shifting…

TDM Guest Contributor

Malaysia Airlines Welcomes First Airbus A330neo to Its Fleet

Joe Cusmano Dec 2, 2024 0

Malaysia Airlines celebrated a significant milestone last Friday when the first of 20 Airbus A330neo aircraft arrived at Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL).

Global

Heavens Portfolio to represent AYANA Hospitality in India

Kanchan Nath Dec 2, 2024

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…

Tourism

Taiwan Tourism Administration reveals new global promotional video

Marga Manlapig Nov 29, 2024

The Taiwan Tourism Administration recently launched a new international promotional video centred on the TAIWAN: Waves of Wonder brand. 

Sports Tourism

F1 Thrills Await: Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi Fanzone returns with epic experiences

Kanchan Nath Nov 28, 2024

Get ready for an electrifying F1 experience as Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi’s Fanzone returns from December 4 to 8, 2024, bringing Formula 1 excitement straight to fans.

Reports

Express Rail Link signs collaborative agreement with Tourism Malaysia

Marga Manlapig Nov 27, 2024

Express Rail Link Sdn Bhd (ERL) and Tourism Malaysia signed a Memorandum of Collaboration (MOC) in Putrajaya last 20th November.

Tourism Boards

SSDA launches ‘Scotland Starts Here’

Kanchan Nath Nov 25, 2024

The latest Scotland Starts Here campaign has been launched to help bring more visitors to the Scottish Borders and Dumfries and Galloway over the winter months. 

MICE

Phocuswright Conference took place from 18-20 November 2025 at San Diego, California

Kanchan Nath Nov 22, 2024

The Phocuswright Conference kicked off its 30th anniversary with a nostalgic look back at 1994, the year the travel industry event first launched. 

Awards

Outstanding travel initiatives lauded at TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards – Malaysia 2024

Dana Cruz Nov 22, 2024

The awards programme honoured top companies and innovators setting new standards for excellence in the travel industry across Malaysia.

Reports

“No one is pushing the hotel industry to change faster than the savvy Indian traveller”: SiteMinder

Kanchan Nath Nov 21, 2024

SiteMinder, the world’s hotel distribution and revenue platform, has released SiteMinder’s Changing Traveller Report 2025, the largest survey globally on accommodation, revealing that Indian…

Hotel Technology

RateGain launches Demand Booster

Kanchan Nath Nov 21, 2024

RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (RateGain) has introduced Demand Booster, an innovative end-to-end digital marketing solution designed to empower hoteliers to maximize direct bookings…

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates highlights fleet modernization and customer experience upgrades

Kanchan Nath Nov 21, 2024

Emirates' third quarter (Q3) (01 July to 30 September) advertising campaign showcased a strong commitment to enhancing the customer experience through significant fleet modernization and…

Reports

Booking.com’s nine predictions for travel in 2025

Kanchan Nath Nov 21, 2024

Booking.com’s annual Travel Predictions research* reveals that instead of retreating, many travellers want to redefine how they experience and engage with the world around them.

India

Cambodia – India Tourism Forum 2024

Kanchan Nath Nov 21, 2024

At the Borei Angkor Hotel, on the morning of October 31, 2024HUOT Hak, Minister of Tourism, presided over the opening ceremony of the "Cambodia-India Tourism Forum 2024."

Reports

Traveloka’s Caesar Indra shares insights regarding fraud prevention in travel

Marga Manlapig Nov 20, 2024

Traveloka president Caesar Indra shared his thoughts regarding the need for fraud prevention in the global travel sector in a recent op-ed piece he shared online.

Reports

WiT experts: Uneven recovery seen in Asia Pacific travel markets

Marga Manlapig Nov 20, 2024

Experts pointed out the uneven recovery of the Asia Pacific travel market post-pandemic at the recently concluded Web in Travel conference in Singapore.

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad prepares for landmark network announcement

Kanchan Nath Nov 19, 2024

Etihad Airways is gearing up for one of its most ambitious projects ever, as it prepares to go BIG, unveiling 10 new destinations on a single day.

OTAs & Tour Operators

Latin American ‘superApp’ Rappi partners with Civitatis to launch tours and activities vertical

Kanchan Nath Nov 19, 2024

Civitatis, the leading curated marketplace for tours and activities in Spanish, and Latin American ‘superApp’ Rappi are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership, launching a new…

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates partners with SailGP

Kanchan Nath Nov 19, 2024

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is proud to announce a five-season global sponsorship with SailGP which will see it become the exclusive Global Airline Partner of the…

Guest Column

The Rise of Mobile Travel Apps: Meeting the Demands of the Modern Travellers

Mohit Singh Nov 17, 2024

Mobile travel apps are becoming more popular, changing how people plan and enjoy their trips. Studies show that over 70% of travellers use these apps for different parts of their journeys.…

Global

AI-powered travel scams to watch out for this Christmas holiday

Kanchan Nath Nov 17, 2024

Christoph C. Cemper, founder of AIPRM provides expert comment on identifying AI scams when booking holidays online, as well as what to do if you think you have fallen victim to an AI scam.  

Features

Hackathon – Kids Tackle Environmental Sustainability at ITOP Forum Phuket 2024

Philipp Meier Nov 16, 2024

"How many people in Thailand are killed by sharks every year?" asked Tyler Leigh Legge, a 14-year-old student of Phuket's Kajonkietsuksa School, stunning the audience at the ITOP Forum…

Reports

Deloitte: Americans plan more and longer trips this holiday season

Kanchan Nath Nov 16, 2024

Americans are prioritizing travel, investing in upgrades and experiences to celebrate the season. 

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates to back DP World Tour, extending partnership until 2031

Kanchan Nath Nov 15, 2024

Emirates and the DP World Tour have inked an agreement for the airline to extend its status as the Official Airline and Marketing Partner of the leading professional golf Tour until the end…

UK

Indian nationals were the largest group to receive UK visas

Kanchan Nath Nov 14, 2024

Indian nationals were the largest group to receive UK visas for Visit, Study and Work categories in the year ending June 2024, said Lindy Cameron CB OBE, British High Commissioner to India,…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Smart travel planner Speakspots.com launches flights 

Kanchan Nath Nov 13, 2024

AI travel planner Speakspots.com  announced the launch of real-time flights packages for its users.

Global

RAK Govt launches ‘Heart of RAK’

Kanchan Nath Nov 9, 2024

Under the patronage of and in the presence of Sheikh Saqr bin Saud Al Qasimi, Chairman of RAK Ceramics, Ras Al Khaimah Government Media Office (RAKGMO) has announced the official launch of…

Reports

Indian Travellers lead APAC with 3 in 5 planning to travel more in 2025: Skyscanner Horizons Report

Kanchan Nath Nov 7, 2024

Skyscanner has published its latest industry travel report exploring the latest trends in travel. Titled ‘Skyscanner Horizons: 2024/5 spending, planning and destination insights’, the report…

Cultural Tourism

Parfums de Marly partners with Musée du Louvre

Kanchan Nath Nov 3, 2024

Parfums de Marly announces its partnership with the world's most visited museum to enhance a remarkable collection of 18th -century masterpieces.

Hospitality

Jumeirah Al Qasr shares 20 key facts for its 20th anniversary

Marga Manlapig Oct 30, 2024

Jumeirah Al Qasr and Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf invite guests to step into an opulent realm filled with luxurious wonders, sweeping them away with the promise of exquisite Arabian hospitality.

Global

76% of travellers want sustainable travel options

Kanchan Nath Oct 25, 2024

At ITB Asia 2024, in the keynote address, a Liz Ortiguera, Managing Director Asia-Pacific and Sr Advisor to CEO World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) spoke about global trends in…

Tourism

Tourism Australia joins Singapore Airlines’ Time to Fly

Marga Manlapig Oct 24, 2024

Tourism Australia and its partners bring an array of great deals for trips Down Under at the popular Singapore Airlines Time To Fly travel fair. 

Awards

JLL’s Paavan Patel: Ensure guest experience enhancements are aligned with business objectives

Dana Cruz Oct 24, 2024

JLL vice-president for advisory and asset management Paavan Patel shares his insights and recommendations for the Asian hospitality sector in this exclusive interview.

Food & Drink

Singapore Tourism Board’s new campaign casts the spotlight on the country as a culinary destination

Marga Manlapig Oct 22, 2024

The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) recently launched the Made in Singapore (MIS) global positioning campaign that cements Singapore’s status as a Culinary Capital.

Tourism

WebBeds presents an inspiring new destination video for Pattaya

Marga Manlapig Oct 22, 2024

WebBeds reaffirmed its commitment to the long-term prosperity of Thailand’s tourism and hospitality industries with the launch of an innovative new visual campaign.

Awards

WebBeds nabs TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2024 – Thailand for unique marketing campaign

Dana Cruz Oct 18, 2024

It has achieved a 39% average increase in room nights and 26% average increase in Cost of Sale through the campaign.

TDM Guest Contributor

Japan Airlines Expands Free Inflight Wi-Fi and Celebrates A350 Milestone

Joe Cusmano Oct 16, 2024 0

Japan Airlines has announced an exciting expansion of its free inflight WiFi service to all cabins on international flights. This enhancement ensures that passengers across all classes

Guest Column

Video is the new battleground in the “Experiences” economy

Tony Carne Oct 14, 2024

It’s official! Video is the new battleground in tours and activities.  Last week GetYourGuide CEO Johannes Reck posted on LinkedIn about their fall release day, Unlocked 2024.…

Airlines and Aviation

AC Milan introduces the hall of fame presented by Emirates

Kanchan Nath Oct 10, 2024

As part of its 125th Anniversary celebrations, the Club is launching a project to honor the excellence and history of AC Milan, supported by Emirates – one of the Club’s longest-standing…

Air

Tourism Authority of Thailand hosts networking event for Asian KOLs

Marga Manlapig Oct 9, 2024

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) hosted a networking dinner for over 100 key opinion leaders (KOLs) from China and Singapore.

Appointments

4Sale appoints Khaled Gomaa as chief technology officer 

Kanchan Nath Oct 8, 2024

4Sale, Kuwait’s leading online classifieds platform, announces the appointment of Khaled Gomaa as its new Chief Technology Officer. 

Airports

Digi Yatra launches d-KYC campaign; promises convenience with privacy

Kanchan Nath Oct 8, 2024

Digi Yatra, a cutting-edge Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI) based ecosystem utilising face biometric technology for contactless and seamless passenger processing at airports, has announced the…

Global

The world’s most curated honeymoon ever

Kanchan Nath Oct 7, 2024

Luxury safari travel company, Go2Africa, has just released the world’s most curated honeymoon ever, in which guests will be followed by a private investigator to find out what makes them…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways hosted the 2024 Annual Investors’ Meeting in Doha

Kanchan Nath Oct 7, 2024

Qatar Airways hosted its 2024 Investors’ Meeting in Doha, Qatar under the theme of “New Era of Dynamic and Sustainable Partnership”.

Reports

Luxury Travel Trends 2025: Virtuoso & Globetrender

Kanchan Nath Oct 3, 2024

Virtuoso has partnered with travel trend forecasting agency, Globetrender, to unveil the Luxury Travel Trend Watch: 2025.

Awards

How to create awards programmes that resonate

Philipp Meier Oct 1, 2024

Awards programmes need to constantly adapt to remain relevant and generate revenue. Evessio's published a report to shed light on strategies.

Awards

Allianz Partners HK’s Greg Plifka shares insights on innovation in the travel sector

Dana Cruz Sep 27, 2024

Allianz Partners' Plifka discusses how innovative solutions in travel, leisure, and hospitality are increasingly focussed on personalisation and reducing “travel tension” to enhance customer…

Awards

Accor bag wins at TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2024 – Middle East

Dana Cruz Sep 26, 2024

The world-leading hospitality group earned recognition for its revolutionised approach in marketing and commitment to sustainability.

Awards

AquaFun hailed Water Park of the Year – United Arab Emirates at TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2024 – Middle East

Dana Cruz Sep 26, 2024

The water park clinched the award with its flexible obstacle course that promises unique and adventurous experiences to its guests.

Reports

Indian travellers seek experiences that are inspired by what they see, follow and admire: Booking.com

Kanchan Nath Sep 26, 2024

Indians are increasingly seeking diverse travel experiences, whether it is immersing themselves in a destination’s vibrant culture, indulging in its culinary delights or exploring its unique…

Technology

HBX Group launches ‘Marketing Suite’

Kanchan Nath Sep 25, 2024

HBX Group, a global B2B travel technology company, announces the launch of its Marketing Suite, a combination of marketing services designed to inspire, convert, and drive growth in the…

Hotels

ibis launches new global brand campaign, ‘Go get it’

Kanchan Nath Sep 25, 2024

ibis, the world’s best known economy hotel brand, has launched its new global brand campaign, Go get it, placing people, guests and brands at the heart of the brand’s story.  

Global

Tourism Malaysia releases 2024 traveller behaviour report

Marga Manlapig Sep 24, 2024

Tourism Malaysia published its 2024 report on Malaysian Outbound and Domestic Travel Behaviour which shows different trends regarding traveller preferences

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates commits support to Asia Rugby

Kanchan Nath Sep 23, 2024

Emirates has announced its continued commitment to grow the sport of rugby and expand its reach into new, untapped markets by serving as the Title Sponsor of Asia Rugby. 

Airlines and Aviation

Three lucky travel agents to win EUR 2,500 flight vouchers on Hahnair’s 25th Anniversary

Kanchan Nath Sep 18, 2024

Hahnair announced an exclusive competition for travel agents worldwide, offering a chance to win one of three flight vouchers, each worth EUR 2,500.

Hospitality

Marriott shakes things up with its APEC Sustainable Bartender Competition

Marga Manlapig Sep 5, 2024

Hotels under the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio in Singapore and Maldives are shaking things up at this year’s APEC Sustainable Bartender Competition.

Tourism

Bali’s new tourism balancing act to tackle overdevelopment amid record-breaking tourist surge

Megha Paul Sep 3, 2024

As Bali faces a record-breaking surge in tourism, the Indonesian government is stepping in with new policies to curb overdevelopment and ensure the island's sustainability for the future.

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara to embark on a journey of limitless possibilities with Air India

Kanchan Nath Aug 31, 2024

Vistara is all set to embark on an exciting new chapter in its journey as it merges into Air India, creating a world class airline with limitless possibilities.

Transport

Roble Shipping Inc to reopen Cebu-Tacloban inter-island passenger route

Marga Manlapig Aug 30, 2024

Roble Shipping Inc plans to reopen the Cebu-Tacloban passenger sea route with a newly refurbished vessel by next month.

Airlines and Aviation

Air India enhances customer support with multilingual service  

Kanchan Nath Aug 29, 2024

Air India, India’s leading global airline, has introduced seven new languages to its round-the-clock customer support services

Visa updates

Visa applications in India surpass pre-pandemic volumes in H1 2024

Kanchan Nath Aug 28, 2024

Robust pent-up demand for outbound travel from India for the first time went past the pre-pandemic levels in H1 2024 (January to June 2024).

Reports

‘Spiritual Tourism on a growth trajectory in India’: KPMG and PHDCCI report

Kanchan Nath Aug 27, 2024

KPMG in India and PHDCCI have released a report titled – “Sacred journeys: Unfolding the evolution and growth of pilgrimage and spiritual tourism in India” at PHDCCI’s 1st Global Spiritual…

Global

Macao government launches Experience Macao Limited Edition interactive online quiz

Marga Manlapig Aug 26, 2024

The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) officially launched its Experience Macao Limited Edition interactive online quiz today during a press conference at the Macao Grand Prix Museum.

Airlines and Aviation

Delta Air Lines named official airline of the WNBA

Kanchan Nath Aug 22, 2024

Delta Air Lines is becoming the official airline of the WNBA. This latest agreement builds on Delta’s existing WNBA charter relationship and is part of the airline’s ongoing focus on women’s…

Technology

Tourism Authority of Thailand launches TAT Connex influencer marketing platform

Marga Manlapig Aug 21, 2024

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) officially launched TAT Connex to ramp up the digital transformation of its marketing initiatives.

Reports

3 in 4 travellers say outdoor activities are “essential to their travels”: Arival

Kanchan Nath Aug 21, 2024

New research from Arival reveals that outdoor adventure activities remain a popular choice for travellers, with 59% participating in such activities during their trips in 2023. 

Appointments

Civitatis appoints Juan Rossello to lead the USA market

Kanchan Nath Aug 20, 2024

Civitatis, is proud to announce the appointment of Juan Rossello as the new Business Development Manager for the United States.

Visa updates

Central Africans wanting to travel through Spain need to get a Transit Visa first

Kanchan Nath Aug 19, 2024

According to sources from the Spanish Interior Ministry, this decision follows reports that Central African nationals were using the transit in Spanish airports for irregular entries and…

Features

Research reveals the most tranquil cities in the UK 

Kanchan Nath Aug 19, 2024

Inspired by the UK’s quest for a slow, softer way of life, travel experts at Accor have conducted in depth research to find out the cities in the UK that you can retreat to for a chilled and…

Guest Column

Graphic and Logo Designer Near Me

hafiz abdul razzaq ali Aug 19, 2024

Graphic and Logo Designer Near Me Collaborating with a Local Graphic Designer : Best Practices Collaborating well with a local designer can markedly improve the overall output of your…

MICE

Virtuoso assembles the world’s leading luxury travel professionals from over 90 countries for its 36th annual Virtuoso Travel Week

Kanchan Nath Aug 15, 2024

 Luxury travel’s most significant event of the year is in full swing as Virtuoso®, bespoke experiences, welcomes an audience of more than 4,700 top professionals from 97 countries to its…

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad flies its A380 to Mumbai

Kanchan Nath Aug 15, 2024

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is hailing its long-standing connection with India by deploying its iconic Airbus A380 to Mumbai for a special four-month period, marking 20…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Travelsphere and Just You expand regional airport departures for 2025 season

Kanchan Nath Aug 12, 2024

Group touring experts Travelsphere and Just You have expanded their regional airport departures for the 2025 season, with trips now departing from 11 airports across the UK

Airlines and Aviation

Akasa Air joins hands with the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security

Kanchan Nath Aug 11, 2024

Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, pledges its commitment to safety and security by joining hands with the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) to celebrate Aviation Security…

TDM Guest Contributor

Airlines Adapt to Music Tourism Boom with Unbundled Business Class

Joe Cusmano Aug 8, 2024 0

Music tourism is experiencing a significant surge as more and more travellers plan their trips around concerts, festivals, and iconic music landmarks. This trend is

TDM Guest Contributor

Overtourism Threatens Santorini: Measures to Preserve the Island’s Beauty

Joe Cusmano Aug 8, 2024 0

Santorini is one of Greece’s most sought-after destinations with its stunning caldera and iconic, blue-domed buildings. However, the island is now facing a significant challenge:

Annual and Interim Reports

Hostelworld releases interim report for 2024

Marga Manlapig Aug 8, 2024

Hostelworld released its interim financial report for this year, showing strong financial delivery in the first six months of the year.

TDM Guest Contributor

Younger Generations Travel More: Millennials and Gen Z on the Move

Joe Cusmano Aug 7, 2024 0

Millennials and Gen Z have been making headlines for their travel habits in recent years. These younger generations are travelling more than ever before, and

Tourism

Japan promotes Expo 2025 in Singapore and Bangkok

Marga Manlapig Aug 7, 2024

The Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka heads to Singapore and Bangkok to promote the upcoming event.

Tourism

Himachal Pradesh welcomes 1 crore + tourists in H1 2024

Kanchan Nath Aug 2, 2024

Himachal Pradesh has witnessed a remarkable surge in tourism, attracting over one crore visitors in the first six months of 2024.

Airlines and Aviation

Southwest Airlines new seating policy sparks debate: GlobalData

Kanchan Nath Jul 31, 2024

Southwest Airlines Co, which is known for unique open-seating arrangement since its inception, has recently introduced assigned seating and extra legroom options.

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara becomes India’s first airline to offer complimentary Wi-Fi onboard its international flights

Kanchan Nath Jul 29, 2024

Vistara now offers 20 minutes of complimentary Wi-Fi internet connectivity onboard international flights, operated using its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner and Airbus A321neo aircraft, across all…

Reports

Royal Caribbean hailed best cruise line of 2024

Marga Manlapig Jul 24, 2024

Recent research shows that Royal Caribbean is this year’s best cruise line, with MSC Cruises and Carnival Cruise Line respectively taking on second and third place.

Airlines and Aviation

Flight compensation experts share important advice amongst outage chaos 

Kanchan Nath Jul 24, 2024

Over 100,000 passengers have been hit by weekend flight cancellations following a global IT outage, impacting major airlines Ryanair, British Airways and EasyJet. 

Airlines and Aviation

The effect of the Global IT outage will linger post dashed holidays and grounded flights

Kanchan Nath Jul 23, 2024

For Airlines when something such as a “CrowdStrike” outage hits as a totally unexpected disruption then the challenge becomes even tougher, reinforcing the idea of dependence on technology…

Air

AirAsia resumes normal operations after IT outage

Marga Manlapig Jul 22, 2024

As of today, 22 July, AirAsia has resumed normal operations, having recovered all its systems impacted by the outage as it continues to run service recovery for guests impacted over the…

Breaking News

Nations issue travel advisories in light of Bangladesh crisis

Marga Manlapig Jul 22, 2024

Several countries are advising their nationals to avoid unnecessary travel to Bangladesh in light of increasing public unrest.

Hospitality

Film Tourism impacts Phuket real estate with the ‘set- jetting’ appeal

Kanchan Nath Jul 22, 2024

Known for its stunning beaches, lush greenery and luxury resorts, Phuket has recently appeared in a number of high-profile productions. 

Technology

AI holiday scams to watch out for this Summer: AI-bnb

Kanchan Nath Jul 22, 2024

Recent reports have revealed that 83% of people booked their holiday online in the last year, but with 6,640 reports of holiday booking-related fraud in 2023, it is vital consumers are aware…

Airports

BLR Airport launches ‘Anthem’ celebrating passenger journeys

Kanchan Nath Jul 22, 2024

Get ready to embark on a musical journey that celebrates the essence of travel and the unforgettable experiences awaiting passengers at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR…

Airlines and Aviation

Global IT Outages: Travel grapples with tech ‘disaster’ as flights grounded

Kanchan Nath Jul 19, 2024

Experts have pointed out that a recent update to a CrowdStrike cybersecurity programme could have caused the issue

Tourism Boards

North East tourism campaign of the UK is a hit stateside

Kanchan Nath Jul 17, 2024

The North East’s incredible icons, exciting adventures and distinctive food and drink have been showcased in the US as part of a campaign in partnership with national tourism agency…

Reports

LGBTQ+ travellers: High-spending adventurers seek inclusive experiences

Kanchan Nath Jul 17, 2024

The LGBTQ+ travel market is booming, with travelers in this segment demonstrating a significant impact on the tourism industry, according to a recent report by Arival.

Hospitality

Rental Escapes unveils comprehensive rebrand,

Kanchan Nath Jul 11, 2024

Rental Escapes, a full-service luxury villa company specializing in providing unparalleled private villa rentals worldwide, announced a comprehensive rebrand aimed at elevating the guest and…

Hotels

Conclave on ‘Empowering Hospitality’ by HRAWI concludes successfully in Ahmedabad

Kanchan Nath Jul 10, 2024

The Hotel And Restaurant Association (Western India) – HRAWI successfully convened a transformative conclave titled 'Empowering Hospitality' on Thursday, June 21, 2024.

TDM Guest Contributor

Qatar Airways Soars to New Heights: A Record-Breaking Year

Joe Cusmano Jul 7, 2024 0

The Qatar Airways Group has created a new chapter in aviation history. The airline group that has won several awards has announced that it has achieved the highest financial success in its…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways Group celebrates a record-breaking net profit of QAR6.1 Billion (US$1.7 Billion)

Kanchan Nath Jul 4, 2024

Qatar Airways Group has today reported the strongest financial performance in its 27-year history, announcing record profits of QAR6.1 billion (US$1.7 billion) in its Annual Report for the…

OTAs & Tour Operators

EaseMyTrip signs MoU with Uttar Pradesh EcoTourism Development Board to boost State Tourism

Kanchan Nath Jul 3, 2024

EaseMyTrip.com has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Uttar Pradesh EcoTourism Development Board (UPETDB) under the Government of Uttar Pradesh, in charge of executing…

Reports

90% of UK Holidaymakers reject AI adoption for travel

Kanchan Nath Jun 27, 2024

Brits are bucking travel trends this year as just one in ten holidaymakers are currently using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to plan their trips away, according to a new study1 by Sainsbury’s…

Hotel Technology

50% of hotels struggle to optimize marketing campaigns in the absence of accurate travel intent

Kanchan Nath Jun 19, 2024

RateGain announced that the NYU School of Professional Studies Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality (NYU SPS Tisch Center) and its Hospitality Innovation Hub (HI Hub) Experiential…

TDM Guest Contributor

Queen Anne Launch Leads Cunard to Record Bookings

Joe Cusmano Jun 18, 2024 0

The cruise world is abuzz with the news of Cunard’s latest triumph—the launch of the majestic Queen Anne. With a capacity to host 3,000 guests, this grand vessel

Sports Tourism

On Your Marks, Get Set, Explore! HOKA reveals the best holiday hotspots for running enthusiasts in Europe

Kanchan Nath Jun 12, 2024

According to a new study, Spain has emerged as the top holiday destination for runners, scoring 48.26 in the comprehensive index, which analyses eight metrics across all European countries*.

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…

Reports

New data shows Brits prioritising staycations and Greek Islands this summer

Kanchan Nath Jun 6, 2024

Staycations and the Greek Islands are set to prove particularly popular with British holiday makers this summer, according to new readership data from Taboola, the global leader in powering…

Interviews

‘Boosting Business’ in luxury with InterContinental Bangkok

Kanchan Nath Jun 4, 2024

In an interview with TDM, Stephen Gould, General Manager, InterContinental Bangkok shares more about his hotel, hospitality and MICE in Thailand

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

International Recycling Tour 2024: Every Can Counts Champions World Environment Day and #GenerationRestoration

Kanchan Nath May 31, 2024

Committed to promoting a more sustainable future and encouraging positive change in attitudes and behaviours towards drink can recycling, Every Can Counts, a recycling not-for-profit,…

Technology

Digital channels surge as Australia, New Zealand experiences sector steams toward recovery

Kanchan Nath May 31, 2024

Online channels have become the leading way travellers book tours, activities and attractions in Australia and New Zealand, according to new research from Arival, the global research…

Global

Euro 2024: Which national team has the most devoted fans?

Kanchan Nath May 30, 2024

With just a few weeks to go before the start of the 17th UEFA European Championship, all eyes are on the 24 teams taking part in the tournament bringing together Europe's top men's national…

Guest Column

Navigating the Digital Journey: How Mobile Apps are Transforming Travel Planning

Mohit Singh May 27, 2024

Travel planning is now easier with mobile apps. Technology has made it simple to plan trips with just a few taps on a screen. From selecting their desired destination to booking flight…

Airlines and Aviation

Get ready for season 2 of #nofilter by IndiGo  

Kanchan Nath May 23, 2024

IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, has announced the second season of #nofilter by  IndiGo. This news was shared during the launch event held at Museo Camera, exhibiting the work of over …

Global

These are the most ‘Instagrammable’ Bridgerton Season 3 filming locations 

Kanchan Nath May 21, 2024

With Season 3 of Bridgerton hitting the screen on Thursday, May 16th, a new study reveals where the Instagrammable filming locations are

MICE

Top ten America’s favorite music festivals

Kanchan Nath May 17, 2024

As the summer festival season approaches, music enthusiasts around the world are eager to attend the hottest music festivals. But which ones are truly worth the hype? 

Visa updates

Internet searches for ‘digital nomad visas’ SKYROCKET 1,135% – as demand hits an all-time high worldwide 

Kanchan Nath May 14, 2024

A new analysis of Google search data has discovered that searches for ‘digital nomad visas’ have soared an immense 1,135% worldwide – highlighting that demand for these is higher than ever…

Airlines and Aviation

SriLankan Airlines powers BikingMan Ultracycling World Championship

Kanchan Nath May 10, 2024

SriLankan Airlines powered the seventh season finale of the BikingMan Ultracycling World Championship, which recently culminated in an exhilarating race through Sri Lanka's scenic landscapes…

By the Way

Video content key to engaging Gen Z travellers, say experts at ATM 2024

Kanchan Nath May 9, 2024

In an enlightening session on “How To Build Influence with Gen Z in Just 30 Seconds”, Marc-Antoine Simon, Industry Manager, Travel and Tourism – MENA, TikTok, shared insights on the latest…

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

Gebrüder Weiss supports “The Greenland Project” climate expedition

Kanchan Nath May 2, 2024

Greenland has been the focus of climate research for many years because, as one of the largest ice regions in the world, the island is sensitive to climate change.

Tourism

Capri a dormitory for tourists?

Kanchan Nath Apr 30, 2024

Famed for its blue seas, breathtaking views and cove-studded coastline, the Mediterranean island of Capri has been a tourist haven since the early years of the Roman empire. 

Airlines and Aviation

WTAAA demands end to unfair skiplagging penalties for agents

Kanchan Nath Apr 25, 2024

Skiplagging is the practice of booking a cheaper flight with a layover at a destination the traveller intends going to, and then intentionally skipping the final leg to secure a lower fare.

Reports

Outbound Chinese travel accelerates towards pre-pandemic levels

Kanchan Nath Apr 18, 2024

Recent research by travel intelligence specialists ForwardKeys revealed that outbound Chinese travel is gradually returning to pre-pandemic levels.

Airlines and Aviation

Air India augments customer care with 5 new centres globally 

Kanchan Nath Apr 14, 2024

Air India, India’s global airline, has deployed five new contact centres, offering round-the-clock assistance to its customers worldwide. 

Reports

GenZ Women lead rebound in Chinese Outbound Travel

Kanchan Nath Apr 13, 2024

Last year, 71 million Chinese booked trips that took them outside the Middle Kingdom, and that number is projected to climb to 200 million over the next four years.

Airlines and Aviation

ANA introduces complimentary in-flight Wi-Fi services for  business class passengers on International Flights 

Kanchan Nath Apr 12, 2024

All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan's largest and 5-Star airline for 11  consecutive years, will offer complimentary ANA Wi-Fi Service for its Business Class passengers on  international flights…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Agoda and Goa Tourism join forces

Kanchan Nath Apr 8, 2024

In a bid to showcase the myriad wonders of Goa to travellers worldwide, digital travel platform Agoda has inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Goa Tourism.

Tourism

Vilnius has a laugh with fun tourism campaign 

Kanchan Nath Apr 6, 2024

Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, has set out to break stereotypes with a humorous new advertising campaign which pokes fun at common misconceptions of the city. 

Features

Top ten Europe’s best beer cities

Kanchan Nath Apr 3, 2024

From Prague’s Pilsner to Brussels’ UNESCO-worthy beer culture, there’s nothing like tasting local, traditional beer when travelling somewhere new.

Features

The top 10 most affordable destinations for couples this summer

Kanchan Nath Apr 2, 2024

With summer fast approaching, the travel insurance experts from PayingTooMuch analysed and compared the costs of accommodation, dining and couple-based activities to identify the most…

Features

Scotland’s most ‘Instagrammable’ tourist destinations revealed 

Kanchan Nath Mar 28, 2024

A new study reveals that Edinburgh Castle is the most Instagrammable destination in Scotland, with a total of 723,165 posts featuring its hashtag.

Features

Explore Europe’s most Instagram-worthy cities for your perfect getaway

Kanchan Nath Mar 26, 2024

A new study has revealed the most Instagrammable European destinations for a city break, with London taking the top spot.

Features

Seven locations where selfies are completely illegal

Kanchan Nath Mar 26, 2024

 Travel experts at StressFreeCarRental.com are warning travellers that they could get into serious trouble if they’re caught snapping a picture of themselves at these locations. 

Attractions

Expian spreads seasonal joy as LaplandUK releases tickets for 2024

Kanchan Nath Mar 26, 2024

Experience-centric ticketing platform, Expian, has successfully supported LaplandUK through its busiest booking period.

OTAs & Tour Operators

Outback Spirit launches full 2025 Season

Kanchan Nath Mar 22, 2024

There are 26 all-inclusive outback adventure tours available for agents to book for their clients with a brand new 168 page flagship brochure to support the sales.

Airlines and Aviation

Eva Air hosts Activation Day at London Stadium for West Ham United vs Burnley match

Kanchan Nath Mar 17, 2024

EVA Air, Taiwan’s independent airline, hosted an Activation Day at the London Stadium on 10th March for West Ham United’s home game against Burnley.

Awards

My Cruises makes waves at the CLIA awards after winning agency promotion of the year   

Kanchan Nath Mar 13, 2024

My Cruises, part of the fastest-growing travel company in Australia, Ignite Travel Group, is celebrating after  winning the CLIA’s 2023 Agency Promotion of the Year award on 09 March 2024.

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Australia to launch nation’s first-ever pets in cabin flights

Kanchan Nath Mar 7, 2024

The Australian-first service, which will have pet-lovers rejoicing around the nation, is subject to regulatory approval, and is expected to launch within 12 months.

TDM Guest Contributor

MSC Cruises Boasts Onboard Connectivity with Starlink

Joe Cusmano Mar 6, 2024 0

MSC Cruises, the world’s third-largest cruise line, has announced that two-thirds of its ships are now equipped with Starlink, the satellite internet service provided by The post MSC…

TDM Guest Contributor

MSC Cruises Boasts Onboard Connectivity with Starlink

Joe Cusmano Mar 6, 2024 0

MSC Cruises, the world’s third-largest cruise line, has announced that two-thirds of its ships are now equipped with Starlink, the satellite internet service provided by The post MSC…

Features

Top ten most popular couples’ holiday destinations on TikTok

Kanchan Nath Mar 6, 2024

The findings, compiled by the experts at Slingo, looked into the number of TikTok posts and hashtag views to determine the most popular holiday destinations for couples.

Attractions

Hobbiton tops the list of New Zealand’s most picturesque locations

Kanchan Nath Mar 6, 2024

The Lord of the Rings Hobbiton Movie Set in Matamata, New Zealand has been ranked as the most picturesque destination in the country, according to Instagram data. 

Tourism

Experiences in travel are constantly changing 

Kanchan Nath Mar 5, 2024

Arival CEO and co-founder Douglas Quinby kicked off the Arival 360 event in Berlin by revealing the four major themes of this year’s event

Tourism Boards - Partner Content

World’s First Reindeer Influencer offers free Summer Trips to Finnish Lapland

Kanchan Nath Mar 5, 2024

Vesku the reindeer invites travellers to discover summer in Lapland, with six summer trips up for grabs. Visit Finland announces a new and exclusive partnership with the world’s first…

Features

Geo-Discreet travel will change how you see the world

Kanchan Nath Mar 5, 2024

With the travel and tourism industry's direct contribution to the global GDP hitting approximately 7.7 trillion U.S. dollars in 2022 and global inbound tourist arrivals rebounding to nearly…

TDM Guest Contributor

Bonza Airlines Welcomes “Bruce” to Its Fleet

Joe Cusmano Mar 3, 2024 0

Bonza revealed the name of its sixth aircraft will be ‘Bruce’, arguably one of the country's most loved Aussie monikers. The post Bonza Airlines Welcomes “Bruce” to Its Fleet first appeared…

By the Way

European travellers confident about spending power

Kanchan Nath Mar 3, 2024

Europeans are confident about their travel spending power in 2024 despite the ongoing cost of living pressure across the continent, according to a new report from Accor.

Features

Holiday happiness: 4 in 5 say that having a holiday greatly improves their mental wellbeing

Kanchan Nath Feb 28, 2024

New research released finds that UK adults spend 3 and a half days, or 84 hours, researching what to do or where to visit on their upcoming getaway.

Features

The world’s most unique internet connection spots revealed

Kanchan Nath Feb 26, 2024

Picking up speed and geographic reach, the internet has sought to poke its invisible fibers into every corner of the world, even in the most remote and bizarre locations.

Features

93% of Brits paying extra despite opting for all-inclusive holidays 

Kanchan Nath Feb 22, 2024

 New research shows all-inclusive holidays aren’t that “all-inclusive”, with over nine in 10 of Brits guilty of spending outside of what is covered in the resort, according to online money…

Features

UK’s top 10 most ‘Instagrammable’ festivals of 2024

Kanchan Nath Feb 22, 2024

Creamfields is the most Instagrammable UK festival, with almost half a million posts tagging the event, a new study reveals. 

Interviews

“Putting People First” helps Marriott hotels attract and retain talent

Kanchan Nath Feb 21, 2024

Marriott’s Global TakeCare Program focuses on physical, mental, and financial well-being, supporting both personal and professional growth of associates. Emma Jones, Vice President, Human…

Global

Ambassador Cruise Line sets sail with Greatest Hits Radio

Kanchan Nath Feb 21, 2024

Ambassador Cruise Line has partnered with Greatest Hits Radio to launch ‘Greatest Hits Radio Escape’; a special one-off themed cruise that will transport fans of the-most listened-to…

Interviews

Exploring Indian waterways with Antara River Cruises

Kanchan Nath Feb 21, 2024

It was Antara Cruises that introduced travellers to the majestic waterways of India and Bangladesh and having them sail on indigenously designed world-class ships in sustainable luxury while…

Consumer

China Outbound and Inbound Tourism Spending rebounds on Alipay+

Kanchan Nath Feb 20, 2024

Data from Ant Group shows a robust rebound of consumer spending during the first back-to-normal Chinese New Year (CNY) travel season after the Covid-19 pandemic, especially in cross-border…

Features

Top 12 tips for young travellers before jetting off

Kanchan Nath Feb 20, 2024

The surge in delays and ever-changing updates to travel essentials have made it confusing for travellers, especially those jetting off for the first time.

Guest Column

Secrets and Hidden Perks of Booking Business Class Flights

Alex Martin Feb 20, 2024

In business class, spacious seats, gourmet meals, and excellent service are what make the experience so appealing. Travelers often consider it to be the epitome of luxury, offering more than…

Features

Taylor Swift “London Boy” themed tours launch in London

Kanchan Nath Feb 19, 2024

ToursByLocals is welcoming all Swifties to London with open arms and exclusive insights into Taylor’s London life

Features

Top five tips on keeping your home safe whilst you’re on holiday

Kanchan Nath Feb 15, 2024

Experts at Howden Insurance have revealed their top tips on keeping your house safe to reduce the risks of being faced with house damage, stolen items, and loss of personal property upon…

Appointments

TAT names Chompu Marusachot as new director for New York office

Kanchan Nath Feb 14, 2024

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) announces the appointment of Chompu Marusachot as the new Director of TAT New York Office.

Tourism Boards

Singapore Tourism Board and Traveloka sign MoU to target travellers from Thailand and Southeast Asia

Kanchan Nath Feb 13, 2024

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)…

Awards

Scottish camping and glamping site named best in UK

Kanchan Nath Feb 12, 2024

Drummohr Camping and Glamping Site won Campsite of the Year in the Camping Awards 2024, which are organised by Camping magazine.

Features

New study reveals the most TikTok’d lakes in the world

Kanchan Nath Feb 12, 2024

Entertainment site OntarioCasinos has analyzed Instagram and TikTok hashtag data to reveal the most scenic lakes in Canada, and around the world. 

Features

The world’s greatest ‘wanderbusts’?

Kanchan Nath Feb 9, 2024

AI reimagines the world’s most over-hyped luxury destinations according to their one-star reviews. 

Global

Top ten US states where people want to be ‘an influencers’ the most

Kanchan Nath Feb 9, 2024

With influencer marketing set to become an even more integral part of companies' business strategies, new data has named the states where people are most interested in becoming online social…

Partner content

Travel trends shaping experiential journeys and tours in 2024

Philipp Meier Feb 7, 2024

While ‘revenge travel’ has abated, the return to travel reached new heights in 2023, from roads and rails to the seas, skies, and into space. Sightseeing pass company Go City witnessed a…

Interviews

2024 heralds a year of strategic growth!

Kanchan Nath Feb 5, 2024

Chris Crampton, MD Europe, Red Elephant Reps and Chairman of PATA UK & Ireland Chapter, believes that travel and working in this ever-evolving sector should always be enjoyable. In an…

Features

Top 10 cheapest cities around the world for a workation

Kanchan Nath Feb 5, 2024

Workations (working vacations) are a new form of mixing work and play and are for people looking to carry on working normally whilst travelling long term

OTAs & Tour Operators

Key Steps to Focus on When Building an Online Travel Agency

Liz Melewshkeivch Feb 2, 2024

Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) play a crucial role in the travel industry, serving as intermediaries between travelers and various travel services. In today's competitive market, new OTAs…

Features

10 travel trends defining UK Holiday Habits in 2024

Kanchan Nath Feb 1, 2024

Holidaymakers are seeking adventure in all areas of travel in 2024 - venturing into the unknown when it comes to destinations, itineraries and even travel mates. 

Guest Column

Why a Last-Minute Solo Trip from Chicago to Madrid is the Best Decision to Made

Alex Martin Feb 1, 2024

Going on a pre-planned trip with your friends and family is a wonderful experience, but sometimes you just need to take a break or vacation by yourself. A solo trip is a wonderful…

Travel Agents

6 Tips for Becoming a Successful Travel Agent

Chris Head Jan 30, 2024

Successful travel agents go beyond booking holiday vacations as they work hard to ensure their clients receive the best possible service. If you’re considering a career path in this dynamic…

Cruise

Holland America Line stacks new booking records in midst of key “Wave” Season 

Kanchan Nath Jan 29, 2024

Just six months after recording its largest booking day, Holland America Line surpassed that mark Jan. 16, 2024, to set a new single-day sales record.

Sports Tourism

New research has named the world’s best resorts for Après-ski

Kanchan Nath Jan 24, 2024

The study, conducted by the team at Blacks Outdoors looked at factors such as the number of Instagram posts, TikTok videos and the number of mountain restaurants to uncover which resorts…

Features

Singapore has been named as the place with the best community spirit in Asia

Kanchan Nath Jan 22, 2024

Finding the right place to live and work is one of the most important parts of moving to a new city, but it's equally important to find a community of friends who share similar interests and…

Global

Holiday Happiness: 4 in 5 say that having a holiday to look forward to greatly improves their mental wellbeing

Kanchan Nath Jan 19, 2024

On average, UK adults spend 3 and a half days, or 84 hours, researching what to do or where to visit on their upcoming getaway.

Attractions

Yas Island and Saadiyat Island break records with over 170 Regional and International Awards

Kanchan Nath Jan 17, 2024

Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, and its destinations achieved new records by clinching an impressive collection of over 170 regional and…

TDM Guest Contributor

MSC Cruises Launches Global Campaign That Celebrates the Beauty of Cruising

Joe Cusmano Jan 11, 2024 0

MSC Cruises launches a new worldwide integrated marketing campaign titled "For a greater beauty" in over 30 countries, expressing the spirit of an MSC Cruises holiday by celebrating human…

Global

The Eastern Express, one of the world’s most iconic train services is ready for the new season

Kanchan Nath Jan 9, 2024

Türkiye’s Eastern Express, one of the world’s finest railway routes offering an unforgettable journey from the center to the east of Türkiye, started welcoming its passengers.

Partner content

Go City fuels expansion boom in China market with successful launch of WeChat mini programme

Philipp Meier Jan 8, 2024

The launch of Go City's Weixin (WeChat) mini programme was a big move of sightseeing pass giant Go City, and it has been consistently generating remarkable revenue growth from customers in…

Tourism Boards

Maldives welcomes Benjamin Duncan Moore, the first tourist of 2024

Kanchan Nath Jan 8, 2024

Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) held a special celebratory event at Velena International Airport on the 1st of January to mark the momentous…

Guest Column

Presidents Day Flight Deals: With Perfect Blend of Friends, Freedom, and Fun

Alex Martin Jan 6, 2024

For travel enthusiasts, President's Day is not just a time to honor the nation's leaders; it is also an ideal time to visit new destinations and explore new cultures. This federal holiday…

MICE

Visit Vietnam to enjoy music with 8Wonder and golf with Vinpearl DIC Legends

Kanchan Nath Jan 4, 2024

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…

Attractions

The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao has its best year in history 

Kanchan Nath Jan 3, 2024

The year that just ended set a record for the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao thanks to the 1,324,221 people who visited it (35,074 more than in 2022). In total, 1,152,072 people came from outside…

Cruise

Wanting to travel more in 2024? Cruise expert reveals their tips for a cheap getaway 

Kanchan Nath Jan 3, 2024

Cruise Mummy, has revealed their insider tips to help keep the cost down on your next cruise, from finding cheap deals to saving money while on board, allowing you to travel more for a…

Features

Top eight  of America’s New Year’s Resolutions for 2024

Kanchan Nath Jan 3, 2024

Planning to save more money is top of mind for many Americans making resolutions for 2024. Where in previous years the vows to exercise more, eat healthier and lose weight had come in top…

Global

The return of luxury travel trends – Pure Luxury share eight themes to inspire 2024 travel 

Kanchan Nath Jan 1, 2024

Pure Luxury, the ultra-luxury brand of dnata Travel Group UK, have announced their latest campaign  – Travel Trends 2024.

Cruise

Wanting to travel more in 2024? Cruise expert reveals their tips for a cheap getaway 

Kanchan Nath Dec 29, 2023

Cruise Mummy, has revealed their insider tips to help keep the cost down on your next cruise, from finding cheap deals to saving money while on board, allowing you to travel more for a…

Guest Column

Presidents Day Flight Deals – Your Passport to Long Weekend Bliss

Alex Martin Dec 28, 2023

The Presidents Day holiday is a federal holiday in almost every part of the United States. It is a time to honor and celebrate the achievements of our leaders. It falls on the third Monday…

Cruise

Cruise expert reveals common mistakes when booking a cruise that could cost you a fortune 

Kanchan Nath Dec 25, 2023

Cruises are a popular getaway for many, and for good reason. They’re fantastic for families, provide endless entertainment and allow travellers to visit multiple destinations all in one…

Guest Column

Chase the Chill Away with Cheap New Years Flight Deals

Alex Martin Dec 21, 2023

New beginnings and fresh adventures await as the calendar turns to a brand new year. Many people believe that the best way to begin a new year is to escape the routine and embrace the new…

Partner content

Tawaravadee Resort, WorldHotels™: The hidden charm of the east

Kristin Mariano Dec 20, 2023

Q: Hi Matthew, a warm welcome to WorldHotels Distinctive!  We’re honored that Tawaravadee Resort has joined the collection! Can you tell us more about the hotel? Are you more leisure, or…

Features

Hurtigruten and HX announce next phase of rebrand

Kanchan Nath Dec 18, 2023

HX and sister brand Hurtigruten are unveiling the next phase of their new brand identities following the initial announcement in September.

Features

Top tips for keeping costs down from Cruise experts

Kanchan Nath Dec 15, 2023

Cruises are a popular getaway for many, and for good reason. They’re fantastic for families, provide endless entertainment and allow travellers to visit multiple destinations all in one…

Travel Agents

The Advantage Travel Partnership launches peaks campaign focusing on ‘value packed’ travel for all budgets 

Kanchan Nath Dec 15, 2023

 The Advantage Travel Partnership, UK’s largest consortium of independent travel agents, has launched its Turn of Year campaign, aimed at driving consumer demand and bookings by highlighting…

Tourism

Taiwan Film Festival returns, pitches for increased Taiwan-India socio-cultural ties

Kanchan Nath Dec 14, 2023

Taiwan was the buzz of the city, as New Delhi played host to a vibrant annual ‘Taiwan Film Festival 2023’ that took place this past Saturday at the  PVR Priya Cinema, located at one of the…

Guest Column

Dive into Easter Flight Deals and Score Discounts for Your Dream Getaway

Alex Martin Dec 11, 2023

Easter Day is a cultural holiday and is a great time to plan a family getaway. Whether you prefer to enjoy your Easter Day on the beach, in a museum, or on a city getaway, the choice is…

Features

Finnish Solo Benches that turned into global meme now get ‘Buddy Benches’

Kanchan Nath Dec 9, 2023

On International Volunteer Day, December 5th, Helsinki’s single-person benches get a counterpart, creating space for new encounters.

Global

JTA Holidays unveils brand new website

Kanchan Nath Dec 5, 2023

Independent Tour Operator, JTA Holidays announces the launch of its brand-new agent only website.

Attractions

Escape to a beautiful universe at AYA this Winter Season

Kanchan Nath Dec 4, 2023

As the temperature drops and the winter festive mood starts rising, UAE Residents begin drawing holiday plans with their family and friends on how to celebrate the season.

Global

The top 10 most Instagrammable ice-skating rinks in the world

Kanchan Nath Nov 30, 2023

Which are the world’s most Instagrammable ice rinks? The team at Spin Genie looked to Instagram to uncover the most popular ice rinks in the world. 

Partner content

Discover New Caledonia that is beyond beaches and boundaries

Kristin Mariano Nov 30, 2023

Nestled in the heart of the South Pacific, New Caledonia emerges as a hidden gem waiting to be explored. With Air Calin, the national carrier, providing five direct flights a week from…

Hospitality

Custard’s Top Hospitality Trends for 2024

Kristin Mariano Nov 30, 2023

From AI and weather patterns to experience-led packages and extended weddings – Custard’s top hospitality trends for 2024 explores some of the challenges and opportunities for the new…

Features

Growing wine tourism for inclusion and sustainability

Kanchan Nath Nov 28, 2023

The UNWTO Global Conference on Wine Tourism has been held for the first time in La Rioja, one of the world’s leading wine tourism destinations, with the focus placed firmly on inclusion and…

Attractions

New storytelling projections unveiled at Edinburgh Castle

Kanchan Nath Nov 27, 2023

The capital’s enchanting atmosphere was kicked up a notch this weekend as Castle of Light: Magic and Mystery officially opened to the public, welcoming visitors from across the country to…

Cruise

Norwegian Viva Begins a New Era for Luxury Cruising

Joe Cusmano Nov 23, 2023

Norwegian Viva – Norwegian Cruise Line’s 19th cruise ship — is scheduled to depart from San Juan, Puerto Rico, on her maiden voyage on 15 December 2023. The second ship of the Prima…

Technology

6 expert tips for safe online shopping on Black Friday

Kristin Mariano Nov 22, 2023

With Black Friday just around the corner, it’s crucial that shoppers understand how to stay safe from online scams, which are getting more and more difficult to spot. With this…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Five days of exceptional Black Friday offers with Gold Medal

Kanchan Nath Nov 20, 2023

 Gold Medal are contributing to the Black Friday buzz with six exceptional holiday offers, alongside  two offers from their ultra-luxury brand, Pure Luxury

Luxury Travel

Global Travel Collection UK hosts Professional Development Days for its Independent Travel Advisors

Kanchan Nath Nov 19, 2023

Global Travel Collection UK (GTC UK), part of Internova Travel Group, unveils its first two days in a series of upcoming Professional Development Days for its Independent Advisors.

OTAs & Tour Operators

Klook scales up partnership with Singapore Tourism Board

Kanchan Nath Nov 16, 2023

Klook, Asia’s  travel and experiences platform, are scaling up efforts to drive inbound travel to Singapore, jointly investing over S$2 million in marketing initiatives as part of their…

Global

Flight Centre launches Instagram singing competition

Kanchan Nath Nov 16, 2023

Flight Centre, one of the world’s largest independent global travel agencies, will run a public singing competition via Instagram.

Global

Top ten best walks to explore this winter in the UK 

Kanchan Nath Nov 15, 2023

Verdant Leisure, is encouraging Brits to get out and about with new research naming 10 of the best walks from across the UK to embark on over the winter season. 

Cruise

MSC Cruises Enriches Entertainment Programme for Kids and Teens to Create Lifelong Memories

Joe Cusmano Nov 13, 2023

MSC Cruises revealed a new and expanded Young and Teen Programme for its whole fleet and a new MSC Cruises original teen music video dedicated to Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve. The…

Global

Get set for SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration

Kanchan Nath Nov 13, 2023

SeaWorld Orlando’s award-winning Christmas Celebration is returning this year and it’s more spectacular than ever before with an ALL-NEW holiday show, “Mrs. Claus’ Magic Kitchen”,…

Cruise

The most Instagrammable yachting locations in Europe

Kristin Mariano Nov 13, 2023

New research reveals the most Instagram-worthy yachting locations in Europe, based on their popularity on social media.    The study, conducted by boat insurance…

Sports Tourism

PADI and Klook dive into a world-wide partnership

Kanchan Nath Nov 9, 2023

PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors®) and Klook,  announced a world-wide partnership that will see PADI’s diving products globally integrated on Klook’s platform.

Guest Column

Our survey says… consumers are ready for travel eSIMs

Georgia Cotterill Nov 8, 2023

A recent survey conducted by eSIM expert Mobilise has revealed that travellers are sick of their current roaming options, with over 60 per cent of respondents open to purchasing a…

IWTA

IWTA speaks with Nguyen Thi Huong Lien, CEO of I Love Hue Tour Company

Michaela Connor Nov 8, 2023

Nguyen Thi Huong Lien was a girl with big dreams. With 100USD in hand, she put up a small tour company knowing that it will provide a lot of opportunities to practice her…

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara introduces complimentary wi-fi service exclusively for Club Vistara members

Kanchan Nath Nov 7, 2023

Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata group and Singapore Airlines, has begun offering complimentary Wi-Fi internet connectivity onboard its…

Tourism

Goa’s New Caravan and Homestay Policies to Boost MSMEs in Tourism: A Closer Look 

Kanchan Nath Nov 6, 2023

The recently introduced policies for bed and breakfast (B&B), caravan, and homestay accommodations in the scenic state of Goa are expected to provide a much-needed boost to Micro, Small,…

Air

Wanted Pilots for the Cockpits of the Lufthansa Group

Joe Cusmano Nov 2, 2023

Between now and the end of 2025, the Lufthansa Group hopes to hire almost 2,000 additional pilots to serve on its airlines’ growing aircraft fleets. The Group’s new ‘flybig’ recruitment…

Global

MakeMyTrip transforms engagement with prospective talent across the country

Kanchan Nath Nov 2, 2023

In its endeavour to up the ante on the talent acquisition, India's leading online travel company, MakeMyTrip, has unveiled a comprehensive approach to engage and harness campus talent…

Tourism

The best national parks for a road trip

Kristin Mariano Nov 1, 2023

With over 8,000 average monthly searches alone for ‘road trip’ in the UK, automotive experts at Harwoods Group have researched and found the best national park across the UK for all those…

Attractions

Yas Island Abu Dhabi: Your ultimate destination for an out-of-this-world wedding proposal

Kanchan Nath Oct 29, 2023

Yas Island Abu Dhabi is known for its exceptional leisure and entertainment offerings that attract guests for every occasion, especially those looking for unique destinations and…

Tourism

Central America and the Dominican Republic welcome ‘Digital Nomads’

Kristin Mariano Oct 27, 2023

Autumn marks a shift in temperature here in the UK, and naturally thoughts turn to what life could be like working in a warmer climate, and the personal satisfaction of merging tourism and…

Technology

Future trends include AI-based travel agencies and space tourism

Kanchan Nath Oct 26, 2023

The second day of TIS - Tourism Innovation Summit 2023 highlighted the most disruptive trends shaping a more sustainable and digital industry.

Airlines and Aviation

British Airways celebrates Diwali with new campaign: Home

Kanchan Nath Oct 24, 2023

British Airways will air its newest brand advert this week, to celebrate Diwali.  The seasonal positioning is a celebration of those flying home this festival season, and a thank you to…

Reports

Booking.com launches inaugural report on ‘How India Travels’

Kanchan Nath Oct 23, 2023

Booking.com released its first ‘How India Travels’ report. The report, with McKinsey & Company as the knowledge partner, provides invaluable insight into the evolving nature of Indian…

OTAs & Tour Operators

EaseMyTrip unveils the Dussehra travel sale

Kanchan Nath Oct 20, 2023

EaseMyTrip.com has introduced the Dussehra Travel Sale, offering travellers an exclusive opportunity to enjoy extraordinary discounts on flights, hotels, buses, cabs, and holiday packages.

Tourism

South Korea and Japan are the best countries in Asia for remote work

Kristin Mariano Oct 19, 2023

According to new research by cybersecurity company NordLayer, South Korea and Japan are the best countries in Asia for remote work. Last year, the company created the Global Remote Work…

Tourism

The world’s most-loved landmarks, from Big Ben to the London Eye

Kristin Mariano Oct 18, 2023

The travel experts at Bounce analyzed the world’s landmarks on a variety of factors including annual visitor numbers, entry prices, Tripadvisor ratings, and Instagram posts, to reveal…

Reports

Hilton research identifies a new generation of Asian Travelers – The ‘GenerAsian’ Traveler

Kanchan Nath Oct 13, 2023

As Hilton releases its 2024 Trends Report, the leading global hospitality company has discovered an emerging generation of Asian travelers who are pursuing travel that will enable them to…

Hospitality

A new generation of Asian Travelers – The ‘GenerAsian’ traveller

Kristin Mariano Oct 12, 2023

As Hilton releases its 2024 Trends Report, the leading global hospitality company has discovered an emerging generation of Asian travelers who are pursuing travel that will enable them…

Cruise

Royal Caribbean Announces New Icon Class Ship Name

Joe Cusmano Oct 10, 2023

Royal Caribbean revealed that the name of its next Icon Class ship will be Star of the Seas. While the first Icon Class ship is about 100 days away from service, Royal Caribbean is…

Global

Cendyn doubles down on the future of CRM with strategic acquisition of PUSHTech

Chris Head Oct 10, 2023

Leading hotel tech provider takes transformative step towards a next generation CRM platform that empowers hoteliers to build stronger relationships with their guests whilst driving…

Features

Goa is India’s most affordable tourist destination for the year-end holidays

Kanchan Nath Oct 3, 2023

To help travelers find the best deals, Agoda reveals this year-end’s cheapest destinations around Asia Pacific.

Consumer

JCB launches a special offer program in Hokkaido for inbound tourist to Japan

Kanchan Nath Oct 3, 2023

JCB International Co., Ltd., the international operations subsidiary of JCB Co., Ltd., Japan's only international payment brand, announces the launch of “The heart of HOKKAIDO” program,…

Special Reports

Global research by SiteMinder reveals travellers from Asia, Latin America lead in intent, bleisure, digitisation

Kanchan Nath Oct 3, 2023

In comparison to the global average of 57%, travellers from India (78%), China (76%), Indonesia (65%) and Mexico (64%) all intend to spend more time travelling over the coming year

Sports Tourism

Eastern Region Balloons Stage Queen’s Cup launch from Stonham Barns Park

Kanchan Nath Sep 22, 2023

Stonham Barns Park is hosting a tandem launch for Eastern Region Balloon Club members at the same time as other competitors who are racing in a prestigious and historic UK-wide hot air…

Global

Emirates scores with Beirut Basketball Club in a multi-year sponsorship

Kanchan Nath Sep 22, 2023

Emirates has partnered with the Beirut Basketball Club as its Official Airline and jersey sponsor for the next three seasons.

Global

EaseMyTrip presents the “Golden Bharat Travel Sale”

Kanchan Nath Sep 20, 2023

Being one of India’s premier travel platforms, EaseMyTrip has unveiled their grand mid-year package for travellers with a stack of premium discounts on Flights, Hotels, Buses, Holiday and…

Tourism Boards

Ras Al Khaimah partners with “Beautiful Destinations” for a new creative campaign

Kanchan Nath Sep 19, 2023

Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) in partnership with award-winning creative agency, Beautiful Destinations, harnesses the power of short-form video in a new landmark…

Tourism

11 destinations to fall for this Autumn

Kristin Mariano Sep 15, 2023

From leaf-peeping in the diverse landscapes of Colorado to seeing the changing seasons from above the city skyline in Pittsburgh, there’s all the reason to book a last-minute trip to these…

Global

Revealed: The most Instagrammable Greek Islands 

Kanchan Nath Sep 14, 2023

New data reveals the most Instagrammable Greek island, with Santorini taking the number one spot. 

Airports

Mumbai International Airport achieves Level 4 in the ACI World Airport Customer Experience Accreditation

Kanchan Nath Sep 12, 2023

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) proudly announces its achievement of Level 4 accreditation from the globally acclaimed Airports Council International (ACI).

Air

Bonza Announces New Service From Gold Coast To Launceston

Joe Cusmano Sep 11, 2023

Bonza has announced Launceston as its newest destination, with year-round direct service from the Gold Coast beginning in November. Flights start at $79 per person (one way) on the…

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates ushers in Rugby World Cup 2023 excitement with renowned referee, Jaco Peyper

Kanchan Nath Sep 11, 2023

Emirates, the Official Worldwide Partner of Rugby World Cup 2023 (RWC 2023), has kicked-off the coveted tournament with a playful video featuring renowned South African referee, Jaco Peyper.…

Features

Most popular State Fairs in the U.S. on Instagram and TikTok 

Kanchan Nath Sep 11, 2023

According to new research, the Minnesota State Fair is the most popular on Instagram and TikTok in the U.S.

OTAs & Tour Operators

Klook Celebrates 9 Years with USD 9 million in giveaways

Kanchan Nath Sep 9, 2023

With travel recovery in full swing since the pandemic, Klook, Asia’s platform for experiences and travel services, records its strongest performance to date as it celebrates its 9th…

Air

Expert tips on dealing with the dreaded flight delays

Kristin Mariano Sep 8, 2023

In the wake of the thousands of cancelled flights and the extensive flight delays travellers are facing due to failure of air traffic control systems, Jonathan Merry, CEO of…

Travel Agents

Incredible Journeys reveals “Touring Tailored to You”

Kristin Mariano Sep 7, 2023

Incredible Journeys, the touring brand of dnata Travel Group UK B2B, have revealed their first-ever campaign during the important September booking period, along with a supporting book…

Appointments

Thapanee Kiatphaiboon commences her role as the new TAT Governor

Kanchan Nath Sep 4, 2023

Thapanee Kiatphaiboon commences her role as the new Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) starting 1st September 2023. 

Features

A fifth of British dog owners have cut their holidays short – because they missed their pet

Kanchan Nath Sep 4, 2023

Researchers from St. Pancras Station have polled the nation's dog owners and revealed that such is the love for their pets 21 percent (a fifth) had returned early from holiday because they…

Attractions

Warner Bros. Discovery India presents thrilling adventure in ‘I Should Have Stayed Home’ 

Kanchan Nath Aug 31, 2023

Get ready for an exhilarating experience as Warner Bros. Discovery India introduces 'I Should Have Stayed Home'.

MICE

Maldives to become the official island travel partner of ITB China 2023

Kanchan Nath Aug 30, 2023

The dedicated Maldives stand will serve as the centerpiece of the island republic’s extended presence at ITB China 2023.

Global

Top Tips for a screen-free family camping trip 

Kanchan Nath Aug 29, 2023

Summer is the perfect time to explore the great outdoors with family, friends or as a solo adventurer. What better way to end the summer season than with a digital detox in nature?

Features

Top 10 road trip anthems

Kanchan Nath Aug 28, 2023

Moja, AXA UK’s digital-only insurance brand, reveals that 64% of Brits see their car as their ultimate happy place.

Tourism

Europe’s best beaches in 2023

Kristin Mariano Aug 25, 2023

Holidu, the holiday rental booking portal, has worked on an extensive study to reveal the most popular beaches in Europe according to social media posts. Whether you're a sunbather,…

Global

Experiential travel replaces conventional motivations for travel

Kristin Mariano Aug 24, 2023

Mabrian Technologies, the leading company in Travel Intelligence and sentiment analysis, reveals the evolution of travellers’ behaviour and motivations from 2019 until now.  Since 2023 is…

Reports

Experiential travel replaces conventional motivations for travel

Kanchan Nath Aug 23, 2023

Mabrian Technologies, the company in Travel Intelligence and sentiment analysis, reveals the evolution of travellers’ behaviour and motivations from 2019 until now. 

Features

TikTok: 2023’s Hottest Travel Destinations Right Now

Kanchan Nath Aug 22, 2023

New research reveals Barcelona as the most popular destination for travellers seeking adventure through Tik Tok this summer with over 25B views.

Hotels

Dog Days of Summer: Staying at The Standard, Hua Hin this August is a howl lot of fun

Kanchan Nath Aug 18, 2023

In celebration of International Dog Day on August 26, the famously puppy-obsessed The Standard, Hua Hin is treating dog lovers and tailwaggers to special treats ranging from free stays to…

Features

5 things you wish Google Maps could do

Kanchan Nath Aug 16, 2023

Google Maps has remained the go-to tool for navigation, primarily used to maximize commuting options, but underwhelming users with a lack of offerings enabling digital discovery of new,…

Global

Top 20 most picturesque ‘must visit’ cultural landmarks in the EU for that perfect holiday picture

Kanchan Nath Aug 15, 2023

In light of this and World Photo Day which takes place on August 19th, the travel experts at European Waterways have analysed Booking.com, TripAdvisor and Instagram data to reveal the most…

Reports

Half of the Millennials and Gen Zs, ready to spend twice their average monthly income on travel 

Kanchan Nath Aug 9, 2023

According to a survey conducted by  travel and experiences platform Klook, travelers are ready to spend big on travel. 1 in 3 Millennial and Gen Z travelers are willing to spend more than…

Technology

Here’s how “airport selfies” can ruin your vacation

Kristin Mariano Aug 4, 2023

A recent survey showed that almost 85% of travellers are worried about being hacked while travelling. Cybersecurity experts from NordVPN say that the risks of being hacked increase…

Global

Revealed: the most influential brands

Kanchan Nath Aug 2, 2023

Web design company Digital Silk analyzed search data for more than 200 of the world’s largest brands by combining each name with the terms ‘logo,’ ‘brand,’ and ‘branding’ to see which brands…

Eturbo News

Safe and Fully Functional: Rhodes Wants its Tourists Back

Harry Johnson Aug 1, 2023 0

Wildfires prompted the evacuation of more than 20,000 visitors and caused disruption to many on holiday on the island. Safe and Fully Functional: Rhodes Wants its Tourists Back Copyright:…

MICE

ABTA launches its events programme for 2023/24 with four new conferences

Kanchan Nath Aug 1, 2023

ABTA has unveiled its events programme for 2023/24, which includes four new one-day conferences on top of its popular flagship conferences, plus a suite of core training events.

Features

Heinemann brings the Mediterranean sun to Sydney and Gold Coast airports 

Kanchan Nath Aug 1, 2023

International passengers travelling through Sydney Airport and Gold Coast Airport can now start their European summer holiday experience early with Heinemann Australia’s new EuroSummer…

Airlines and Aviation

AirAsia India launches Flash Sale with 19% off on domestic flights

Kanchan Nath Jul 31, 2023

AIX Connect (operating as AirAsia India), announced the launch of a Flash Sale with 19% off domestic flights.

Reports

Travel-related rewards and benefits have a strong influence on consumers: Collinson

Kanchan Nath Jul 30, 2023

Collinson released its Asia Pacific customer engagement and loyalty research report titled ‘The New Rules of Engagement: Customer Expectations Revealed’.

Visa updates

Applying for visa? Quick guide to mitigate frauds

Kanchan Nath Jul 28, 2023

The meteoric surge in outbound travel from India has opened a gateway for not just globe-trotting Indians but also for a shadowy underbelly of scam artists.

Tourism Boards

New Caledonia Tourism Appoints Horus Development & Consulting as their representation agency in Singapore

Kristin Mariano Jul 28, 2023

New Caledonia is a vast French archipelago, located in the heart of the South Pacific, with an unspoilt and unique natural environment. Enriched with an astonishing diversity of…

Special Reports

UK Travellers spend over 5 hours researching trips on average

Kanchan Nath Jul 27, 2023

Expedia Group’s Path to Purchase research has revealed the travel content consumption habits of travelers as they seek inspiration and plan their trip, with UK travelers spending 303 minutes…

Reports

TravClan’s Report illustrates evolving trends and changing preferences of Indian travellers

Kanchan Nath Jul 27, 2023

TravClan, a global B2B Travel Tech Platform, today unveiled a comprehensive report encapsulating the evolving trends and preferences among Indian travellers.

Interviews

How Vana Belle, Luxury Collection Resort, Koh Samui reconnects with guests through genuine care and relentless dedication

Kristin Mariano Jul 26, 2023

Nestled on the pristine white sands of Chaweng Noi Beach, Vana Belle, Luxury Collection Resort, Koh Samui offers a tranquil sanctuary amidst lush tropical gardens and the crystal-clear…

Tourism

2023 Tourism Trends: What’s been taking off and what’s next?

Kristin Mariano Jul 26, 2023

Arival, the leading resource for the tours, activities and attractions sector, has released a new report looking at the major trends that have been shaping the industry this year – as…

Tourism

Travel South USA whets the appetite with new culinary campaign

Kristin Mariano Jul 25, 2023

Over 100 key leaders in the travel industry came together for an invitation only event at the renowned Barbican Centre in London on Thursday 13 July to celebrate the launch of Travel South…

Airlines and Aviation

Eurowings becomes Germany’s first ‘sneaker airline’

Kanchan Nath Jul 24, 2023

Following a successful test phase, the airline Eurowings has decided to significantly expand its so-called "Sneaker Flydays".

Features

Empowering travellers through AI-driven strategy

Kanchan Nath Jul 21, 2023

Trip.com Group, a leading travel service provider, has unveiled a series of enhanced services aimed at empowering travellers through AI-led capabilities and knowledge.

Tourism

Maldives welcomes the 1 millionth tourist of 2023!

Kristin Mariano Jul 21, 2023

The Maldives has today welcomed the 1 millionth tourist for the year 2023. The 1 millionth tourist arrival figure was achieved on August 12th last year, making this year's achievement a…

Reports

Atly reveals a third of people don’t trust Google Maps

Kanchan Nath Jul 20, 2023

Atly, the user-generated social mapping platform revolutionizing location-based knowledge sharing, unveiled consumer survey results in a data report entitled "Location-Based Recommendations:…

Partner content

4 reasons to join the celebrations of The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon first anniversary

Kristin Mariano Jul 19, 2023

The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon is celebrating its first birthday on July 29, 2023, with a special room deal, discounts on dining, and a chance to win free stays at the hotel. To…

Interviews

Aboard the luxurious and sustainable Le Commandant Charcot

Kristin Mariano Jul 18, 2023

They say cruising and sustainability is like oil and water. PONANT’s latest addition to the fleet, Le Commandant Charcot - the very first luxury hybrid electric polar exploration ship…

IWTA

Inspiring Women in Travel – Asia calls for inspirational women to participate in IWTA Stories

Kristin Mariano Jul 17, 2023

Inspiring Women in Travel - Asia (IWTA), a journey that highlights the incredible stories of women in travel who are successful in their own right, is calling for inspiring women to…

Tourism

Canada’s top Instagrammable cities to live in

Kristin Mariano Jul 13, 2023

Toronto has been revealed as Canada's most Instagrammable city, with #toronto surpassing over 55.6 million posts. Other popular hashtags related to the city are #torontocity, with over…

Features

New study reveals the most ‘picturesque’ National Parks in America

Kanchan Nath Jul 11, 2023

Gateway Arch National Park is America’s most Instagrammable national park; new research has revealed.  A study carried out by travel information site Places To Travel examined Instagram…

Guest Column

How to make your travel marketing personal

Scott Logie Jul 11, 2023

We Brits love our travel. And by travel we really mean holidays. After a couple of years where holidays were curtailed due to that pandemic, it seems we value them even more than ever. In…

Reports

100 million Chinese own 93% of all the wealth in China

Kanchan Nath Jul 11, 2023

For tourism service providers and luxury brands companies the new figures are a confirmation that only about 7% of the Chinese population are potential customers. In absolute numbers this is…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways Group reports record revenues with strong profits as expansion continues

Kanchan Nath Jul 10, 2023

Qatar Airways Group has again reported a strong financial performance as the Official Airline Partner of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 publishes its annual report for 2022/23.

Reports

‘Top Future Menu Trends’ from Unilever Food Solutions

Kanchan Nath Jul 7, 2023

Unilever Food Solutions has revealed its first Future Menus Trend Report 2023, which has been developed to provide tomorrow’s menus for today’s chefs showing the latest trends with insight…

Features

WYSE Travel Confederation launches WYSTC Influencer Programme

Kanchan Nath Jul 6, 2023

WYSE Travel Confederation has launched its inaugural Influencer Programme for the World Youth and Student Travel Conference (WYSTC) this September.

Airlines and Aviation

Flight UK819 flew Vistara’s 50 millionth passenger from Delhi-Bengaluru

Kanchan Nath Jul 5, 2023

Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata Group and Singapore Airlines, achieved the momentous milestone of flying 50 million customers in just eight years…

Features

TikTok needs to build trust and ensure data security to win in ecommerce space, says GlobalData

Kanchan Nath Jul 3, 2023

Short video app TikTok, owned by ByteDance, is set to compete with the likes of Amazon, Shein, Sea Group’s Shopee, and Alibaba’s Lazada, with its live streaming ecommerce business.

Tourism Boards

Love the Philippines draws widespread support

Kristin Mariano Jul 3, 2023

Widespread support has poured in for the country’s freshly-released enhanced tourism campaign, Love the Philippines.  News5 reported that social listening tool Sprinklr recorded 59.1…

Appointments

TUI announces Ant & Dec as their ‘Happiness Ambassadors’  

Kanchan Nath Jul 1, 2023

TUI UK has appointed the nation’s favourite duo, Ant & Dec to bring holiday inspired fun and smiles to Brits. The Geordie pair will share their mischievous plans as they define their new…

Features

‘White Night’ campaign by Tel Aviv Global & Tourism

Kanchan Nath Jun 29, 2023

Tel Aviv Global & Tourism's "White Night" Campaign marks the 20th anniversary of Tel  Aviv being designated the "White City" by UNESCO.

Consumer

Guidelines for organisations to safely navigate extreme heat during the Hajj season

Kanchan Nath Jun 28, 2023

The pilgrimage, scheduled to take place in Saudi Arabia from 26 June to 1 July, is anticipated to draw two million participants.

Interviews

PONANT appoints Bruised Passports as brand ambassadors

Kristin Mariano Jun 27, 2023

PONANT, the French luxury cruise line, has appointed Bruised Passports as its first-ever Brand Ambassadors in Asia. Bruised Passports is a travel blog and photography duo founded by Savi…

Interviews

Amari Hua Hin: Where the warmth of Thai hospitality awaits

Kristin Mariano Jun 27, 2023

Hua Hin is growing in popularity thanks to its beautiful, powdery sand beaches, numerous restaurants, a lively night market, and some great inland activities, including golfing at some…

Global

VisitBritain partners with The National Lottery in campaign to boost domestic tourism

Kanchan Nath Jun 26, 2023

VisitBritain and The National Lottery have teamed up to launch a new promotion to encourage Brits to visit an attraction this summer, offering £25 (approx. USD 31.78) toward trips to…

Hotels

On its first anniversary, Hilton Maldives Amingiri, is giving a chance to a lucky winner win a 3-night free getaway! 

Kanchan Nath Jun 23, 2023

Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort & Spa launched last year in July and has been a one-stop luxury  destination for experiencing the magical Maldives and holidaying in paradise.

Attractions

Yas Island Abu Dhabi’s epic ‘AlHamdullah w Chefnakom’ gets 75M views in just 72 hours!

Kanchan Nath Jun 23, 2023

Yas Island Abu Dhabi is setting the internet on fire with an infectious and toe-tapping edit of Miami Band's hit song, "AlHamdullah w Chefnakom"!

Global

Top ten tips to navigate flight delays

Kanchan Nath Jun 21, 2023

Flight delays can be frustrating, but there are several tips you can follow to navigate through them effectively. Jonathan Merry, CEO of MoneyTransfers.com has put together some of his key…

Reports

Mastercard Economics Institute releases Travel Industry Trends 2023

Kanchan Nath Jun 20, 2023

New insights from the Mastercard Economics Institute reveal that consumers, including those from Middle East and Africa (MENA), are taking advantage of a more traditional travel ecosystem in…

MICE

Travel experiencing “robust cross-border growth” in APAC: Klook

Kanchan Nath Jun 20, 2023

Speaking from the Arival Activate event from 12 to 14 June in Bangkok, Klook’s Wilfred Fan, highlighted significant growth in the travel experiences sector in APAC – especially cross-border…

Tourism Boards

Strong presence of united support for “Expo 2028 Phuket Thailand” prior announcement of host country

Kristin Mariano Jun 20, 2023

Thailand shows strong signs of multi-sectoral support throughout the country for “Expo 2028 Phuket Thailand” prior to the official announcement of the selected host country on 21 June…

Global

Jumeirah Group celebrates marine conservation efforts on world sea turtle day

Chris Head Jun 19, 2023

Jumeirah Group’s Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project at Burj Al Arab Jumeirah releases 21 sea turtles into the Arabian Gulf this World Sea Turtle Day to raise awareness of the conservation…

Tourism Boards

Ras Al Khaimah reveals results of ‘Get More’ campaign 

Kanchan Nath Jun 18, 2023

Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has revealed the preliminary results of 'Get More', its brand-new digital-first campaign to position the Emirate as an attractive summer…

Reports

Top ten most popular city destinations from Titan Travel

Kanchan Nath Jun 10, 2023

New research, conducted by travel experts at Titan Travel, analysed data found within public and social trends, as well as search data to create an index which reveals the world's most…

Global

Top eights ways to rise above travel-related scams

Kanchan Nath Jun 9, 2023

The experts at Proxyrack have revealed 8 steps you should take to protect yourself when booking your next vacation and the steps you should take if you fall victim to travel fraud

Hospitality

The Macao Showcase: Sands China brings Macao to Singapore

Kristin Mariano Jun 8, 2023

Sands China Ltd., the largest operator of integrated resorts in Macao, commenced its ‘The Macao Showcase’ at its sister property, Marina Bay Sands, in Singapore yesterday. Running for…

Features

Cybersecurity experts explain how password managers can help you to stay safe online

Kanchan Nath Jun 2, 2023

One way to foster good password habits both safely and easily is by using a password manager. With that in mind, cybersecurity experts  VPNOverview.com have revealed exactly how password…

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

Every Can Counts celebrates World Environment Day with International Recycling Tour 2023

Kanchan Nath Jun 2, 2023

In a resounding commitment to a more circular world, Every Can Counts, a leading recycling not-for-profit, is launching the third edition of the International Recycling Tour — an inspiring…

Features

Soft Travel: The newest TikTok trend that’s here to stay

Kanchan Nath May 31, 2023

The concept of soft travel as a whole offers travellers flexibility, in which they don’t have to live up to the pressures and strains often associated with being adventurous outdoors.

Weddings & Honeymoon

Top 10 Honeymoon Destinations for 2023: Moss

Kanchan Nath May 31, 2023

With peak wedding season right around the corner, fashion retailer and wedding experts Moss have compiled data to determine the most popular honeymoon locations from around the world!

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways: Official Airline of the United Rugby Championship concludes a valiant 2023 Season

Kanchan Nath May 30, 2023

Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of the United Rugby Championship (URC), concluded its participation in the 2023 season at the URC Grand Final on 27 May, congratulating Munster at…

Guest Column

Join the Skal International Bangkok Luncheon Talk and Discover How Influencers Marketing Can Boost Thailand’s Tourism Business!

Andrew Wood May 24, 2023

Join the Skal International Bangkok Luncheon Talk and Discover How Influencers Marketing Can Boost Thailand's Tourism Business! Skal International Bangkok is thrilled to announce…

Reports

51% of Indian adults have fallen victim to an online scam: McAfee report

Kanchan Nath May 24, 2023

While trying to save money when booking travel, as even 61% of Indian travellers are the most concerned about their device being compromised while traveling, highest globally.

Airlines and Aviation

RwandAir teams up with Basketball Africa League for a third successive year

Kanchan Nath May 22, 2023

RwandAir has become the official airline partner of the Basketball Africa League (BAL) through an extension of its highly successful sponsorship of the league for a third successive year.

Airlines and Aviation

All Emirates passengers can now avail free Wi-Fi onboard

Kanchan Nath May 19, 2023

A recent enhancement to Emirates’ inflight connectivity means that all Emirates passengers in every class of travel can enjoy some form of free connectivity once they sign up to Emirates…

Attractions

Umm Al Emarat Park’s ‘Park Market’ celebrates a successful season over 20 weekends

Kanchan Nath May 19, 2023

After a successful season spanning 20 weekends at Umm Al Emarat Park, the much beloved Park Market officially came to an end last month.

Associations

ABTA reminds trade of post-Brexit passport rules to share with customers

Kanchan Nath May 17, 2023

Ahead of the busy summer season for European departures, ABTA – The Travel Association is reminding members and the wider industry of the new post-Brexit passport rules to share with their…

Features

Top 20 cities for destination weddings in 2023

Kanchan Nath May 17, 2023

Wedding season 2023 is here! Many couples now opt for a more adventurous destination wedding rather than a ceremony in the UK.

Reports

Mastercard Economics Institute Releases ‘Travel Industry Trends 2023’

Kanchan Nath May 15, 2023

New insights from the Mastercard Economics Institute reveal that consumers are taking advantage of a more traditional travel ecosystem in 2023, prioritizing leisure travel and pioneering new…

Global

Creating memories together: Jumeirah Bali celebrates one-year anniversary with special offers

Chris Head May 15, 2023

Jumeirah Bali, an all-villa architectural masterpiece perched on a dramatic cliff in Uluwatu, is marking the first anniversary since its opening by sharing the milestones of the year-long…

Cruise

Explora Journeys presents Ocean Journeys for families

Kristin Mariano May 15, 2023

With suites that interconnect, a Nautilus Club for young and teenagers, and special destination experiences created to maximise enjoyment for all generations, families embarking on the…

MICE

“Travel is at a crossroads: It can either become more sustainable via innovation – or be forced to take action via crises and regulation”

Kanchan Nath May 11, 2023

 Ahead of Phocuswright Europe in Barcelona, Phocuswright urges travel companies to take action on climate change via innovation. 

Technology

Omnichat Rolls Out Customer Journey Automation: Meta, Sa Sa and Vita Green join to share WhatsApp Marketing

Kanchan Nath May 9, 2023

Omnichat, a one-stop omnichannel messaging integration platform that offers conversational commerce solutions, recently hosted an offline event, "Future Commerce Summit cum New Product…

Hospitality

Mercure launches new Discover Local maps

Kristin Mariano May 8, 2023

Mercure has launched a new curated list of authentic ‘Discover Local’  experiences for its guests to enjoy in Europe’s top cities, from hotspots to hidden gems. Travellers can access…

MICE

Miral Destinations unveil partnership with luxury tour operator, IF ONLY

Kanchan Nath May 5, 2023

Miral Destinations has signed a partnership with luxury tour operator IF ONLY, while showcasing its unique destination offerings at Arabian Travel Market (ATM).

Cruise

Disney Cruises Reveals Details On Their Upcoming New Ship

Joe Cusmano Apr 29, 2023

Disney Cruise Line has revealed further details of its upcoming new ship, Disney Treasure. In a short video, Captain Minnie follows a treasure map to reveal one of the ship’s keel-laying…

Hotels

Ascott to open 70 properties globally in 2023

Kristin Mariano Apr 28, 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…

Attractions

First look at Singapore’s bird paradise

Kanchan Nath Apr 27, 2023

Singapore’s Bird Paradise opened its doors to its first visitors, who had  a preview of the new bird park ahead of its soft opening on 8 May 2023.

Training

Hospitality Rising hits more than 100,000 job applications

Kanchan Nath Apr 26, 2023

The biggest hospitality recruitment initiative in the UK, Hospitality Rising, has attracted over 100,000 job applications, less than 6 months after the official campaign launched. 

PR Newswire

A new CIO is in town: Hollywood sensation Jason Momoa paddles his way to Yas Island Abu Dhabi as the new Chief Island Officer

traveldailymedia FTRSS Apr 25, 2023 0

ABU DHABI, UAE, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Yas Island Abu Dhabi, the world's leading leisure and entertainment destination, appoints Jason Momoa to be the destination's newest Chief…

Features

Top ten destinations for a digital detox 

Kanchan Nath Apr 24, 2023

Prague is named the best city overall for a digital detox, European cities make up seven of the top 10. Did you know Americans check their phones 344 times a day? That’s an average of every…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Expedia Group launches industry-first “Shoppable” Streaming Platform

Kanchan Nath Apr 24, 2023

Expedia Group Media Solutions, Expedia Group’s global travel advertising platform, unveiled a new media platform, the first-ever advertising and travel technology platform of its kind that…

Tourism

Here’s how to avoid travel scams

Kristin Mariano Apr 24, 2023

With summer around the corner and many of us on the hunt for the best holiday deals, Brits are being warned to look out for the major travel scams circulating.  To avoid being caught…

Features

Top 10 Honeymoon Destinations for 2023

Kanchan Nath Apr 19, 2023

With peak wedding season right around the corner, fashion retailer and wedding experts Moss have compiled data to determine the most popular honeymoon locations from around the world!

Features

Top nine hacks to avoid overweight baggage fees

Kanchan Nath Apr 18, 2023

Savvy holidaymakers hoping to avoid hefty fees for overweight baggage charges are being offered top hacks before they head off on their travels.

Hotels

A new sustainable luxury hotel experience at InterContinental Kaohsiung

Kristin Mariano Apr 18, 2023

InterContinental Kaohsiung, a Taiwan-based luxury hotel under IHG Hotels & Resorts, has recently attracted significant interest from around the world with its novel sustainable…

Features

Top ten most Instagrammable beaches in the US in 2023

Kanchan Nath Apr 14, 2023

New research has revealed the most Instagrammable beaches in the US, with California’s La Jolla Cove coming out on top.

Tourism

TikTok’s top first-time solo travel destinations in the US

Kristin Mariano Apr 13, 2023

There’s no doubt that social media has been embracing a solo travel revolution, with travel hacks videos going viral and the hashtag #solotravel racking up over an overwhelming 3.3 billion…

Associations

PATA UK & Ireland welcomes applications in tender for the position of Secretariat

Kanchan Nath Apr 12, 2023

Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has opened a tender and is welcoming applications from interested parties to register for the position of Secretariat, a potential three-year contract…

OTAs & Tour Operators

MakeMyTrip launches ‘Book With Zero Payment’

Kanchan Nath Apr 12, 2023

Starting this summer, MakeMyTrip, India’s online travel company, takes away all the stress that comes with booking a stay, with the introduction of ‘Book With Zero Payment’.

Tourism

Over 54% of Brits planning 3 or more holidays in 2023

Kanchan Nath Apr 4, 2023

Generation Z and Millennials are shaking up the travel industry with a change of travel habits, ranging from how they’re booking and planning holidays to where they’re seeking inspiration…

Interviews

Destination weddings back on track: Egle

Kanchan Nath Apr 3, 2023

Travel Daily connected with René D. Egle, Area General Manager, Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah & Shangri-La Al Husn, Muscat to find out more about the popular family, weddings and honeymoon…

Sports Tourism

 EaseMyTrip sponsors the IBA Women’s World Championship 2023

Kanchan Nath Mar 31, 2023

EaseMyTrip.com, one of India’s largest online tech travel platforms lends its support to the 13th edition of the IBA Women’s World Championship 2023 as the associate sponsor of the…

Eturbo News

New TSA No-Fly List to Target Abusive and Unruly Passengers

Harry Johnson Mar 31, 2023 0

by: Harry Johnson | New law would impose ban on anyone subjected to a penalty or conviction for assaulting, threatening, or intimidating flight crew or passenger Full article: New TSA…

Guest Column

INTERNATIONAL joins the 🌍 Earth Day movement worldwide with a call to our members and industry in general

Andrew Wood Mar 29, 2023

April is a special month for SKÅL. It’s a month dedicated to celebrate planet Earth and Skål. Now is the time to start planning activities to promote these two important dates. In Skål we…

Reports

Key factors propelling the growth in China Outbound Tourism Market

Kanchan Nath Mar 29, 2023

The China outbound tourism market is estimated to reach USD 184,201 Million in 2022, with sales projected to increase at a robust 14.1% CAGR between 2022 and 2032.

Airlines and Aviation

Thailand’s new ‘Really Cool Airline’ to fly to Australia

Joe Cusmano Mar 29, 2023

Really Cool Airlines’ slogan is “We Fly the Future,” and the company aspires to provide a lifestyle product by prioritising customer satisfaction, innovation, safety, and the environment.

OTAs & Tour Operators

TUI for ‘colleague-generated content’ with ‘Let’s TUI it’

Kanchan Nath Mar 28, 2023

Tourism is making a comeback after three years of the Corona pandemic. People want to travel and that means TUI is ramping up teams to meet demands.

IWTA

How to book tickets, nominate, and sponsor the TD IWTA (Inspiring Women in Travel – Asia) Awards

Kristin Mariano Mar 23, 2023

It is high time to celebrate women’s achievements and significant contributions in the travel industry, and attending the TD IWTA (Inspiring Women in Travel - Asia) Awards on 24 June…

Features

Top 30 safest cities for solo female travellers

Kanchan Nath Mar 23, 2023

Travel metasearch website WayAway has produced a ranking of the top 30 safest cities for female solo travellers in order to empower women to travel alone with confidence.

Tourism Boards

Tourism Fiji launches International Day of Happiness agent incentive

Kristin Mariano Mar 22, 2023

Tourism Fiji is celebrating International Day of Happiness with the launch of its Shot of Happiness Project. In a world where happiness is often measured by social media likes and filters,…

Tourism Boards

‘Ask Britain Anything’ launched by British Airways and VisitBritain showcasing modern Britain in 2023

Kanchan Nath Mar 20, 2023

British Airways and VisitBritain have joined forces in a new campaign that gives an insider’s view on modern Britain, with all its vibrancy and warmth, to inspire US visitors to book their…

Tourism

Tourism Ireland announces new global campaign ‘Fill your heart with Ireland’

Kristin Mariano Mar 20, 2023

https://youtu.be/L4PkaeRZax0 Specially timed to coincide with this week’s St Patrick’s Day celebrations, the new adverts will be seen in some of Tourism Ireland’s key markets, including…

IWTA

Beyond pink marketing: How companies can show their support for women

Kristin Mariano Mar 16, 2023

As more and more women are taking the centre stage in the travel industry, gender equality has become a pressing issue. It is no longer just a moral imperative; it is also a smart…

Tourism Boards

English Tourism Week from 17 to 26 March

Kanchan Nath Mar 15, 2023

The annual week dedicated to celebrating England’s tourism industry is fast approaching with VisitEngland putting out a call for people and businesses to get involved. 

Tourism

7 places around the world where selfies are completely illegal

Kristin Mariano Mar 14, 2023

Taking an innocent selfie on holiday could turn into a nightmare situation for visitors - such as having to pay a EUR3000 fine in Spain. Some of the most popular tourist destinations…

Features

Top seven places where selfies are completely illegal

Kanchan Nath Mar 13, 2023

Tourists are being warned that they could get into serious trouble after snapping a picture of themselves at these destinations where selfies are banned.

Global

A league of their own

Kanchan Nath Mar 13, 2023

Luxperia Collective Vietnam shares the release of one of the UK’s top viewed reality TV shows ‘A League Of Their Own South East Asia 2023’which was released on Sky Max (UK) on 17 February…

Technology

The rise of TikTok is revolutionizing how activity providers “get discovered”

Kristin Mariano Mar 10, 2023

Arival 360 Conference in Berlin, the rise of newer social media platforms like TikTok has been a major focus area.  Simon Lucey, founder of Hype Collective, and Ravi Roth, a leading…

OTAs & Tour Operators

‘HaqSeKarungiTravel’ from Goibibo

Kanchan Nath Mar 8, 2023

Humans may be planning a fun trip to Mars but taking a solo trip of a few hundred kilometers remains a struggle for women to date.

Hotels

Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong, Women In Work launch “You Are A Shero” campaign

Kristin Mariano Mar 7, 2023

Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong and Women in Work (WIW) pay tribute to women’s achievements this International Women’s Day, with a series of activities to recognise that all women…

Startups

With 500% revenue growth: wndr is democratizing the travel industry

Chris Head Mar 3, 2023

With over 500% growth in just six months, wndr is a travel start-up that is making waves in the industry. The company is on a mission to democratize the power of mega-booking brands among…

Eturbo News

Nevis Tourism names new Director of Sales & Marketing

Harry Johnson Mar 1, 2023 0

by: Harry Johnson | Mr. Jones brings over 14 years of marketing experience with an extensive wealth of knowledge in the area of customer service, sales, marketing Full article: Nevis…

Tourism Boards

VisitBritain launches multi-million pound campaign inspiring visitors to ‘See Things Differently,’ driving bookings to Britain

Kristin Mariano Feb 28, 2023

National tourism agency VisitBritain has this week started rolling out its new multi-million pound international campaign for 2023 to drive tourism to Britain. The international GREAT…

Tourism

The places people ‘miss’ the most

Kristin Mariano Feb 27, 2023

Extensive research by Remitly, a leading digital financial services provider for immigrants and their families, has revealed the locations people develop the largest connections to, and as…

MICE

Peakwork SET and new Web3 sales solution at ITB, Berlin

Kanchan Nath Feb 23, 2023

Peakwork is looking forward to exhibiting again at ITB. Taking place in Berlin from March 7-9, visitors can find the Peakwork booth 109 in Hall 5.1.

Global

Facebook and Instagram users look to leave platforms as Meta announces subscriptions

Kristin Mariano Feb 22, 2023

Following Twitter’s introduction of charges for ‘verified’ checkmarks, Facebook and Instagram’s parent company Meta has announced that it will also be introducing a ‘verified’…

Attractions

Arundel Castle announces 2023 Allium Extravaganza

Kanchan Nath Feb 21, 2023

Arundel Castle is set to host an explosion of subtle colour and beauty this May, as the spectacular Allium Extravaganza takes place.

Food & Drink

The most popular cuisines you need to try in 2023

Kristin Mariano Feb 21, 2023

With around 195 countries in the world, there are an endless amount of cuisines to indulge your taste buds in! I'm sure most travel and food lovers will agree that there is no better…

Airlines and Aviation

Chubb enters into partnership with Korean Air

Kristin Mariano Feb 17, 2023

Chubb in Korea announced today that it has entered into partnership with leading global airline Korean Air, to collaborate on a domestic and overseas travel insurance offering. This…

Technology

TikTok set to overtake Facebook

Kanchan Nath Feb 16, 2023

According to new research from Arival and Phocuswright, TikTok will overtake Facebook as the most popular place young people go to find tours, activities and experiences inspiration.

Tourism Boards

VisitScotland skills up with Google and DigitalBoost 

Kanchan Nath Feb 15, 2023

VisitScotland is urging tourism businesses to embrace the power of digital to bring visitors to the shores. It has launched a series of webinars in partnership with Business Gateway’s…

Tourism

Doha, Qatar is revealed as the most popular romantic destination according to TikTok

Kristin Mariano Feb 15, 2023

DiscoverCars.com has investigated the most popular romantic destinations according to TikTok. They did this by using a seed list from Forbes and ranking the top 23 destinations according…

Global

Sleep tourism: Top 7 factors driving this travel trend

Kristin Mariano Feb 15, 2023

As sleep tourism is set to become one of the biggest travel trends this year, Martin Seeley, the CEO and sleep expert at MattressNextDay has shared sleep tourism is, what to expect…

Attractions

Arundel Castle’s 2023 Tulip Festival 

Kanchan Nath Feb 9, 2023

Arundel Castle announces that its renowned Tulip Festival is returning in 2023. Held between April and early May, the festival is regarded as one of the top tulip displays in Europe, and is…

Global

SIA rolls out complimentary unlimited in-flight Wi-Fi

Kanchan Nath Feb 7, 2023

Singapore Airlines (SIA) has rolled out complimentary unlimited in-flight Wi-Fi for all Business Class customers, as well as its PPS Club members and PPS Club supplementary card holders.

Recruitment

Hospitality rising hits 55,000 job applications

Kanchan Nath Feb 7, 2023

The world’s biggest hospitality recruitment initiative, Hospitality Rising, is celebrating 55,000 job applications, at the same time as reaching almost 10m impressions on TikTok. 

Attractions

Yas Island Abu Dhabi announces the ‘World’s Best Job’ winner

Kanchan Nath Feb 6, 2023

Following two weeks of exciting and highly creative submissions by hopeful applicants from all over the world, Yas Island Abu Dhabi has now announced its latest ambassador.

Guest Column

The Potential Rise of Fake Reviews in the Travel Industry

Joao Taborda Feb 6, 2023

The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology has the potential to disrupt various industries, and the travel industry is no exception. This week I read an article that points to a…

Global

Visit Jiangsu celebrates ‘Chinese New Year’

Kanchan Nath Feb 6, 2023

A series of "Happy Chinese New Year" activities created by Jiangsu Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism has showed the overseas audience the festive atmosphere and leisure life…

Cruise

Travel experts reveal their top tips for planning a cruise as demand soars in 2023

Kristin Mariano Feb 6, 2023

As cruises see record demand for 2023, you may be considering booking ahead to get the best deal for your trip. However, whether you are dreaming of an ocean voyage through the…

Airlines and Aviation

Air France embarks on WhatsApp

Kanchan Nath Feb 1, 2023

Eager to adapt to the digital habits and uses of its customers, Air France is offering a new communication channel with customers on WhatsApp.

Airlines and Aviation

Air New Zealand introduces measures to ease the pain and create certainty for disrupted passengers

Kanchan Nath Feb 1, 2023

With the airport reopened and international flights now underway, Air New Zealand is focusing its efforts on getting the 9,000 disrupted passengers around its network back into the skies –…

Airlines and Aviation

AerClub soars to two million members

Kanchan Nath Feb 1, 2023

 AerClub, the award-winning loyalty programme of Aer Lingus, is celebrating its two millionth member since it launched in 2016.

Hospitality

Kingston Hotels Group unveils a new luxury hotel “Valia” located in Sukhumvit Soi 24, expanding their collection of hotels in Bangkok

Kristin Mariano Feb 1, 2023

Experience luxury and adventure at the newest 5-star Valia Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 24. Nestled in the heart of Thailand's capital, this hotel embodies the spirit of explorers from…

Special Reports

Distinct patterns in international travel intentions

Kanchan Nath Jan 31, 2023

GMO Research conducted an overseas travel survey in the last quarter of 2022 to understand the differences in travel patterns between Europe, North America, and the APAC region.

Eturbo News

Indonesia Tourism Minister invites World Travel Industry SMEs to Bali

Juergen T Steinmetz Jan 30, 2023 0

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…

Eturbo News

Club Med appoints Valerie Loy

Juergen T Steinmetz Jan 30, 2023 0

by: Juergen T Steinmetz | copyright: eTurboNews - Travel Industry News - World Travel News Club Med, has announced the appointment of Valerie Loy as the new Vice President, Marketing in…

Appointment announcement

Club Med appoints Valerie Loy as its new Vice President, Marketing in East, South Asia & Pacific

Kristin Mariano Jan 30, 2023

Club Med, the leader in premium all-inclusive holidays, has announced the appointment of Valerie Loy as the new Vice President, Marketing in East, South Asia and Pacific (ESAP) effective …

Attractions

Dubai’s Aya sells 345,000 tickets in first weeks of operations

Kanchan Nath Jan 26, 2023

AYA, a next generation immersive and experiential entertainment park which opened on 17th December in Dubai, today announced that it has sold more than 345,000 tickets in its first weeks of…

Cruise

MSC Cruises Unveils “Future Of Cruising” Sustainability Campaign

Joe Cusmano Jan 25, 2023

The gigantic MSC World Europa is the centrepiece of MSC Cruises’ new “Future of Cruising” campaign, which is being released worldwide. The campaign’s goal is to make customers more…

Tourism Boards

South African Tourism launches Phase 2 of the ‘More&More’ campaign featuring Indian influencers

Kanchan Nath Jan 25, 2023

After witnessing immense success in the initial phase of the ‘More & More’ campaign, South African Tourism is back with its second leg

Global

Exotic animals ‘go missing’ in latest guerrilla marketing from adventure travel brand WeRoad

Kanchan Nath Jan 24, 2023

Over the course of last week, Londoners may have spotted a flurry of lost animal posters for a missing alpaca, monkey, and reindeer across the capital.

Tourism

Most popular travel aesthetics inspiring holidaymakers for 2023

Kristin Mariano Jan 24, 2023

If you’re not regularly scrolling on TikTok or creating boards on Pinterest, you may not be aware of what a ‘travel aesthetic’ is, but it’s a trend that is inspiring Gen-Zs to travel the…

Tourism

The top adventure destinations for 2023

Kristin Mariano Jan 23, 2023

As we kick off the new year, many of us start looking for new adventures to look forward to. From skiing to snorkeling, the world has so much to offer; therefore, adventure travel…

Luxury Travel

The Virtuoso Travel Academy boosts agents’ knowledge and skills

Kristin Mariano Jan 20, 2023

Professional development and training has long been a priority for Virtuoso. The network’s learning portal, Virtuoso Travel Academy, gives Virtuoso travel advisors exclusive access to…

Hotels

Effotel by Sayaji, Vadodara celebrates 33 years of grand hospitality

Kanchan Nath Jan 17, 2023

Sayaji Hotels is celebrating the 33rd anniversary of the group’s first iconic hotel Effotel by Sayaji, Vadodara. 

Eturbo News

Regent Seven Seas Explorer not allowed to enter New Zealand

Juergen T Steinmetz Jan 17, 2023 0

by: Juergen T Steinmetz | copyright: eTurboNews - Travel & Tourism News Due to strict maritime biosecurity rules, this issue may threaten the cruise sector in Australia and New Zealand.…

Cruise

Regent Seven Seas Explorer Misses Debut In New Zealand

Joe Cusmano Jan 16, 2023

Due to strict maritime biosecurity rules, this issue may threaten the cruise sector in Australia and New Zealand. Ports of call are dropped from the schedule, and time is spent at sea…

Features

18–34-year-olds set to rescue the tourism industry in 2023

Kristin Mariano Jan 12, 2023

Research from the customer insights platform QuMind reveals that Millennials and Gen Z are set to rescue the tourism industry in 2023 as 42% plan to increase spending on travel and…

Global

Destinations across the globe where photography is completely banned

Kristin Mariano Jan 11, 2023

Unknown to most, it is actually illegal to take a picture of the glistening Eiffel Tower at night due to European copyright laws. And in certain countries, like the UAE and North…

Air

Over a third of Brits are sceptical of airline businesses’ environmental claims

Kristin Mariano Jan 11, 2023

Airline operators are those least likely to be believed when making environmental claims, with 35% of Brits admitting to being sceptical. Just 23% of consumers take environmental claims…

Travel Agents

Travel Counsellors launch into peaks with ‘Let yourself go’ campaign

Kristin Mariano Jan 10, 2023

Personal relationships and trust are crucial when it comes to planning that dream holiday and in its January campaign ‘Let yourself go’  Travel Counsellors showcases the confidence…

Luxury Travel

Global Luxury Tourism To Reach 1.5 Billion by 2028

Joe Cusmano Jan 9, 2023

Experts anticipate the value of the global luxury travel market will reach $1.5 billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 6.3% between 2018 and 2028. There is a correlation between luxury…

Cruise

Biofouling Delays Cruise Ship In New Zealand And Australia

Joe Cusmano Jan 9, 2023

Biofouling has prevented the Viking Orion from docking for the second time in two weeks. Passengers on the Viking Orion, a luxury cruise ship to which people flew in from all over the…

Technology

10 indicators that your computer is being spied on

Kristin Mariano Jan 9, 2023

According to 2022 Statista data, there were 2.8 billion malware attacks in the first half of the year worldwide. As malware becomes increasingly difficult to detect, it may be difficult…

Tourism

Beat the January blues: Top tips for planning a holiday

Kristin Mariano Jan 9, 2023

As the euphoria of Christmas has subsided, and Blue Monday is just around the corner, you may be considering booking a holiday to give yourself something to look forward to. However,…

Eturbo News

5 steps to take if your flight is delayed

Harry Johnson Jan 6, 2023 0

Facing the prospect of a delayed flight can leave most of airline passengers feeling rather frustrated and anxious 5 steps to take if your flight is delayed

Consumer

Mahendra Singh Dhoni launches Garuda Aerospace’s first-ever digital film

Kanchan Nath Jan 5, 2023

Garuda Aerospace, India’s leading drone manufacturing company launches its first-ever digital brand film #KhetonKeKaptanwhich is aimed at encouraging youth and farmers to be captains of…

Cruise

Seven destinations to visit for a perfect Instagram

Kristin Mariano Jan 5, 2023

Travellers looking to create the perfect Instagram page have been advised to visit seven global locations to make their social media unbeatable.  Experts at luxury cruise retailer …

Airlines and Aviation

British Airways Holidays: Half of Brits fail to take their annual leave

Kanchan Nath Jan 4, 2023

British Airways Holidays new survey reveals 50% of UK working adults do not take their full annual leave allocation.

Airports

Flights to and from Manila, Philippines suspended due to technical issues

Kanchan Nath Jan 3, 2023

Philippine authorities halted flights in and out of Manila on New Year's Day due to a malfunction of air traffic control, causing chaos for tens of thousands of travellers.

Cruise

Tourists go to the ends of the earth for digital detox

Kristin Mariano Jan 3, 2023

Thousands of Britons are seeking to escape technology and break their mobile phone habits by booking holidays to some of the most remote locations in the world in 2023.  Luxury cruise…

Reports

Top six remote destinations for the perfect phone detox

Kanchan Nath Jan 2, 2023

Luxury cruise experts Panache Cruises have reported an increase in demand from those seeking to escape to locations beyond the reach of mobile phone signals and the internet.

UK

The UK’s 10 best walks to explore this winter 

Kanchan Nath Dec 23, 2022

The UK is home to ample stunning spots of natural beauty, ones that people are willing to travel far and wide to experience.  

Airlines and Aviation

CISF adds more personnel in Delhi and Mumbai airports

Kanchan Nath Dec 19, 2022

The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has prepared a pool of more than 100 personnel to man additional security counters expected to be handed over to it for easing the ongoing…

Consumer

The Advantage Travel Partnership launches ‘Travel & See in 2023’  

Kanchan Nath Dec 16, 2022

The Advantage Travel Partnership, UK’s largest consortium of independent travel agents, has launched its largest marketing campaign ever today, to support its members in driving enquiries…

Attractions

AYA entertainment park to open in Dubai on 17 Dec

Kanchan Nath Dec 16, 2022

The first of its kind Entertainment Park features 12 fully immersive zones spread across 40,000 sq ft at WAFI City Mall. 

Reports

Loyalty programs market in travel to expand at 9.20% CAGR through 2032

Kanchan Nath Dec 14, 2022

The tourism industry loyalty programs market is poised to reach a valuation of USD24 Bn in 2022. Sales are projected to increase at a 9.20% CAGR

Technology

83% still plan to fly, even with travel disruptions

Kanchan Nath Dec 13, 2022

New data from travel technology company IBS Software reveals that despite more than two thirds (68%) of passengers being inconvenienced by disrupted journeys since COVID travel restrictions…

Hotels

UKHospitality launches guide to recruiting ‘untapped potential’ of over-50’s

Kanchan Nath Dec 12, 2022

As hospitality continues to face staffing challenges, UKHospitality’s new guide shows businesses how they can adapt their recruitment practices and engage with the over-50’s in the job…

Tourism

TikTok’s most popular Christmas holiday destinations

Kristin Mariano Dec 7, 2022

As Christmas fast approaches, it’s time to deck the halls and get the advent calendars ready, for the long-awaited day is only around the corner.

Features

Top five tips for the ultimate sunny winter getaway

Kanchan Nath Dec 5, 2022

You deserve a dose of winter sunshine just as much as the next person, so, here’s a foolproof guide to planning the ultimate winter getaway.

Special Reports

Top travel trends and curiosities of the Indian traveller for 2023 from Kayak

Kanchan Nath Dec 2, 2022

Indians are a nation of curious travellers, as revealed by new consumer research by KAYAK with two-thirds (64%) of Indian travellers stating that they are willing to cut back on day-to-day…

Air

Travellers seeking to redefine value in 2023 – Skyscanner

Kristin Mariano Dec 1, 2022

Travel marketplace Skyscanner is today publishing a new report exploring the latest trends in global travel. Titled Skyscanner Horizons: Outlook in 2023 as travellers redefine value, the…

Partner content

5 reasons why modern travellers love COSI Hotels

Kristin Mariano Nov 25, 2022

COSI Hotels is not just a place to stay on your holiday, it's a place to live and experience more.

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways celebrates opening of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Kanchan Nath Nov 22, 2022

The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is officially underway and Qatar Airways, as the official airline of the journey, is marking the month-long tournament with special football-themed experiences…

Awards

ETC and Eurail host ‘Best European Rail Tourism Awards 2022’

Kanchan Nath Nov 17, 2022

At an award ceremony hosted in Prague by Czech Tourism on 15 November,  the European Travel Commission (ETC) and Eurail B.V. honoured recipients at the second ever Best European Rail Tourism…

Sports Tourism

Qatar Airways flies Qatar National Football Team and 140 FIFA Legends to the FIFA World Cup 2022

Kanchan Nath Nov 17, 2022

Qatar Airways and FIFA are giving match ticket holders the chance to play in the FIFA Fan Tournament with FIFA Legends in Al Bidda Park at the FIFA Fan Festival. 

Airlines and Aviation

Go First under DGCA scanner

Kanchan Nath Nov 16, 2022

Go First airline has come under scrutiny of the aviation authority Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) due to an increase in passenger inconvenience brought on by cancelled flights…

Sports Tourism

Kia to send 1,000 football fans to the FIFA World Cup 2022 

Kanchan Nath Nov 14, 2022

As the main automotive partner for the FIFA World Cup 2022, Kia has launched one of its biggest giveaways around the world to date. 

Sports Tourism

Plymouth on global event destination map after success of SailGP

Kanchan Nath Nov 14, 2022

The spectacular success of this summer’s Great Britain Sail Grand Prix in Plymouth has put the city on the map as a global event destination reaching millions around the world and bringing a…

Asia

Asia Pacific airline passengers 12 times more confident about taking a flight than last year

Kanchan Nath Nov 10, 2022

Three quarters of airline passengers in Asia Pacific (APAC) feel confident about flying again. This is a significant rise from just 6% last year, according to Inmarsat’s 2022 Passenger…

Hotels

Jumeirah Bali brings premium wood-fired dining concept to Bali’s Uluwatu with AKASA

Chris Head Nov 9, 2022

Signature cliffside venue offers flamed-grilled seafood and prime cuts infused with aromatic firewood

Consumer

Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival returns in November

Kanchan Nath Nov 7, 2022

The festival Presents Hong Kong’s Hottest Dining Experiences with Local Flavours 50,000 Free E-Coupons Up for Grabs to Invite the Public and Visitors to “Taste Around Town”.

Tourism

UNWTO and ATP promote innovation through community tourism

Kanchan Nath Oct 31, 2022

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the Tourism Authority of Panama (ATP) have launched the Innovative Community Tourism Experiences Competition to promote innovation through…

Special Reports

Event tourism market to progress at a CAGR of 4% between 2022-2032

Kanchan Nath Oct 18, 2022

The global event tourism market size is expected to reach USD 2.1 Trillion in 2032, to surge at CAGR of 4% during forecast period 2022-2032. These insights are based on a report on Event…

Tourism

What Are Travellers Looking For In The Year Of Recovery

Joe Cusmano Oct 18, 2022

Having returned to travel after more than two years of interruption due to the pandemic, we do it in grand fashion, adapting to our new demands and the ever-evolving fads of the…

Visa updates

eVisa system down in Malaysia

Kanchan Nath Oct 17, 2022

The eVisa system has not been suspended but is instead facing service disruption, says the Immigration Department of malaysia. The eVisa portal, which is the online facility to apply for a…

Special Reports

Travel agency services market to reach USD 407.7 Bn in 2022

Kanchan Nath Oct 14, 2022

The global travel agency services market is projected to reach a valuation of USD 407.7 Bn in 2022. Sales are projected to increase at a 11.5% CAGR, with the market size reaching USD 510.0…

Cruise

Oceania Cruises Introduces New Innovative Bar Program

Joe Cusmano Oct 12, 2022

Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, is reaching new heights of innovation and diversity with the launch of an upgraded, inventive bar…

Consumer

icelolly partners with Trending Travel

Kanchan Nath Oct 11, 2022

Holiday comparison site icelolly.com has partnered with travel industry experts, Trending Travel. The new “Inspire and Compare” booking funnel created through the partnership provides travel…

Features

Icelolly.com announces partnership with Trending Travel

Kristin Mariano Oct 11, 2022

Holiday comparison site icelolly.com has announced a new partnership with travel industry experts, Trending Travel. The new “Inspire and Compare” booking funnel created through the…

Special Reports

Bleisure the new leisure

Kanchan Nath Oct 8, 2022

SiteMinder recently launched its annual ‘Changing Traveller Report’, which shows that the desire to blend business and leisure (bleisure) travel is being adopted to varying degrees globally

Travel Agents

Expedia Group unveils enhanced features for TAAP Travel Advisors 

Kanchan Nath Oct 8, 2022

Expedia Group announced enhanced features to help travel advisors prepare for the holiday travel season.

Cruise

The Cruise Market In Australia Shows A Strong Rebound

Joe Cusmano Oct 6, 2022

Statistics produced by the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) Australasia show that consumer interest in sailing is on the upswing. CLIA commissioned an independent…

Special Reports

Customisation and personalisation in travel market to reach USD 620.71 Mn in 2032

Kanchan Nath Oct 5, 2022

The customisation and personalisation in travel market is anticipated to have a CAGR of 17.8% (2022-2032), reaching a value of USD 620.71 Mn by 2032. These insights are based on a report by…

Global

Akasa Air hopes to be locally relevant to the traveller audience

Kanchan Nath Sep 29, 2022

Akasa Air, the newest airline on the Indian skies, has launched its maiden brand campaign with the tagline ‘It’s your sky’.

Air

Australia’s Best And Worst Airline For Operational Performance

Joe Cusmano Sep 28, 2022

New data issued by the Department of Transport compares the top and worst performing airports and airlines. When it came to on-time departures in August, Rex was the best airline, and…

Guest Column

Unlocking the Gen Z Travel Mindset: Affordable, Safe & Unforgettable Experiences

Gordon Gurnik Sep 28, 2022

Unlocking the Gen Z Travel Mindset: Affordable, Safe & Unforgettable Experiences By Gordon Gurnik It’s no wonder Gen Z is seeking travel experiences in droves. In their lifetime,…

Special Reports

Digital travel to grow to USD 400 bn in 2022

Kanchan Nath Sep 26, 2022

Digital Travel Market is expected to reach USD 1,618 Bn in 2032, at a 15% CAGR in 2022-2032 as per a report by Future Market Insights (FMI).

Global

Agritourism market to grow at a CAGR of over 11.3% in 2029

Kanchan Nath Sep 24, 2022

The global agritourism market is expected to register new growth opportunities during the forecast period. The market is projected to rise at a CAGR of 11.3% between 2019 and 2029, Future…

Special Reports

Tech-savvy hotel chains market to reach USD 220bn by 2032

Kanchan Nath Sep 23, 2022

 The global tech savvy hotel chains market to be appraised at USD 53.5 billion in 2022, likely to reach USD 220 billion by 2032 with a CAGR of 15% during the forecast period (2022-2032).

Interviews

Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives takes the business of caring seriously

Kristin Mariano Sep 16, 2022

In a tête-à-tête, Raffaele Solferino, general manager of Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives about the resort’s features and sustainability practices.

Global

Alo! Mauritius sets new targets for the new post-Covid traveller

Kristin Mariano Sep 14, 2022

In a tete-a-tete with us, Arvind Bundhun, Director of MTPA spills the beans on how Mauritius has prepared itself in a post-pandemic era to welcome travellers

Airports

DGCA issues aerodrome licence to Hollongi airport

Kanchan Nath Sep 9, 2022

The greenfield airport in Hollongi has received the aerodrome licence from the Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The DGCA said that the licence is “for public use for Visual…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways makes way for ‘Super Wi-Fi’ with Inmarsat

Kanchan Nath Sep 8, 2022

Inmarsat has been selected as the inflight connectivity (IFC) provider for Qatar Airways’ Boeing 787-9 and 737-10 fleet.

Global

Turkish Airlines to be the official sponsor of UEFA Champions League

Kanchan Nath Sep 6, 2022

Turkish Airlines becomes the first airline to sponsor the UEFA Champions League, which will have its 2023 final in Istanbul.

Global

Qatar Airways kicks-off FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Campaign

Kanchan Nath Sep 5, 2022

With the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 kicking off in less than three months, Qatar Airways, FIFA's Official Airline Partner, is celebrating the universal language of football by connecting…

Hotels

Ai Weiwei’s White Chandelier debuts at The St. Regis Venice

Chris Head Sep 4, 2022

The functional artwork is skillfully illuminated thanks to Berengo Studio’s partnership with the creative Italian lighting company Luce5. An exclusive cocktail event at The St. Regis Venice…

Medical & Health Tourism

South Korea to remain fastest growing aesthetics market in APAC

Kristin Mariano Aug 31, 2022

South Korea is the fastest growing aesthetics market in Asia-Pacific (APAC) and is expected to retain its position in the future augmented by continuous innovation, growing demand for…

Tourism

Qatar Airways light-up the Parc des Princes

Kanchan Nath Aug 30, 2022

In celebration of the airline’s new role as Official Jersey Partner, Qatar Airways hosted the Paris Saint-Germain game vs AS Monaco at the iconic Parisian stadium with multiple celebrations…

Tourism

David Beckham beckons you to Qatar

Kanchan Nath Aug 29, 2022

Qatar Tourism has launched a new holiday campaign featuring David Beckham to support the country’s tourism goals and ambition to attract more than six million visitors a year by 2030.

Tourism

Showcasing Goa to the world

Kanchan Nath Aug 23, 2022

Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC) is planning road shows and exhibitions in four major international cities in October and November.

Airlines and Aviation

Bonza Invites Australians To Name Its First Plane

Joe Cusmano Aug 17, 2022

Bonza’s first plane touched down at Sunshine Coast Airport earlier this month; the company is now reaching out to the Australians for assistance in choosing a name. The airline has…

Technology

How innovative hotels are using NFTs to attract international travelers

Daniel Villota Aug 16, 2022

Tourism is on the rise. As more and more people get back to traveling, some regions are already seeing travel spending reaching pre-pandemic levels. The US is even poised to grow beyond that…

Air

Qatar Airways has 100 days to go to FIFA World Cup Qatar, launches ‘The Journey Tour’ in Europe

Megha Paul Aug 12, 2022

Kicking off in London on 13 August, Qatar Airways will host ‘The Journey Tour,’ which will feature several interactive experiences for fans

Hotels

Nature as teacher: At Jumeirah Bali’s “Peafowl Kids Club’ royal Javanese birds rule the roost

Chris Head Aug 8, 2022

Jumeirah Bali, the new all-villa resort perched atop a terraced outcrop overlooking the spectacular Uluwatu beach, has announced the opening of Peafowl Pavilion Kids Club for its youngest…

China

What a formal China Outbound Tourism survey won’t tell you.

Anita Chan Aug 8, 2022

To set the stage right, my company respects surveys. We actually did many surveys ourselves and came up with Young Chinese Travelers’ Journey, 9+1 Chinese Travel KOLs Opinions amid &…

Airports

Be prepared, Gatwick tells passengers

Malcolm Ginsberg Aug 1, 2022

Gatwick airport is urging passengers to prepare for security before reaching the screening area, as it struggles to cope with the ongoing queues during the summer period.

Tourism

Travel sector working to keep Australia safe

Kristin Mariano Jul 29, 2022

Australia’s Travel Agents and businesses are doing their bit to help Australians travelling and keep Australia foot-and-mouth disease free.

Guest Column

Love To Travel? Here Are 5 Careers That Foster Adventurous Spirits

Lizzie Weakley Jul 14, 2022

Everyone dreams of a career that complements their personal preferences and helps them reach life goals. That's why all the travel-hungry souls out there should keep their eyes and ears open…

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

Brits are ‘top deck’ when it comes to responsible travel

Kristin Mariano Jul 14, 2022

Eco-friendly domestic tourists in the UK are more switched on to the issue of sustainability than their European counterparts – and more likely to bear these concerns in mind when…

IWTA

IWTA speaks with Christina Ho, SOARING HIGH! the airline pilot spreading good vibes

Megha Paul Jul 13, 2022

From her training days at Flight Training Adelaide to volunteering at Hong Kong Youth Aviation Academy (HKYAA) as an instructor, she dons many hats

Tourism Boards - Partner Content

The life-changing magic of slow travel in Scotland

Kristin Mariano Jul 11, 2022

Slow travel in Scotland is one of the trips that you should take this year because it is meant to change your life.

Tourism

How Agoda can help hoteliers achieve the competitive edge

Megha Paul Jul 5, 2022

In this dynamic environment, it becomes even more important for hoteliers and property owners to showcase themselves to reach the right target audience, at the right time and through the…

Tourism Boards

Scotland comes back stronger and more sustainable

Kristin Mariano Jul 4, 2022

Scotland is calling louder than ever to all travellers as a place to enjoy world-class food and drink, events, films, history and culture.

Airlines and Aviation

THAI and key travel agencies from India, Pakistan and Bangladesh promote Thailand tourism

Kristin Mariano Jun 28, 2022

Thai Airways International Public Company Limited has continued to organise a networking conference under the theme “THAI Networking: Discover Brand New Sky” attended by key overseas…

When was the last time you felt like this? G Adventures asks commuters with new campaign

Megha Paul Jun 27, 2022

Small-group adventure specialist G Adventures is hoping to serve up escapism for London commuters this summer, as it launches its largest brand campaign on the UK's transport systems

Skal Wishes Happy Landings on New Direct Thailand Flights

Andrew J. Wood - eTN Thailand Jun 18, 2022

Following the announcement this week by Phoenix Aviation that it will launch direct flights between Hua Hin and Phuket later this summer, tourism organizations such as SKAL International Hua…

Partner content

Top 5 reasons why an Avalon Waterways river cruise should be your next holiday

Kristin Mariano Jun 15, 2022

Book an Avalon Waterways river cruise and tour some of the most majestic rivers in the world on your next holiday.

Interviews

Bali Dynasty Resort: Where guests’ satisfaction is the number one priority

Kristin Mariano Jun 7, 2022

Bali Dynasty Resort is 100% ready to welcome back its guests.

Guest Column

BATTLE OF THE 5-STAR LONDON HOTEL GIANTS

Reno Charlton Jun 6, 2022

BATTLE OF THE 5-STAR LONDON HOTEL GIANTS: THE RITZ VS THE SAVOY  Two of London’s top, most famous luxury hotels are without a doubt the Ritz in Piccadilly and the Savoy near Covent Garden.…

Tourism

Japan most considered overseas holiday destination among Thais

Megha Paul Jun 2, 2022

Japan is reopening its borders to travellers from 98 countries and regions next month, after being closed to foreign tourists since 2020

Guest Column

Road trip across the Gobi Desert

Sardar Sardarov May 26, 2022

The Gobi Desert is spread across two countries, Mongolia and China. Despite the growing popularity of this destination and the ballooning numbers of visitors, it is still too early to speak…

TourRadar announces Sarah Roos-Essl as their new Director of Content.

Chris Head May 19, 2022

TourRadar, the world 's first Adventure Booking Platform, has announced San Francisco Bay Area tech veteran Sarah Roos-Essl as their new Director of Content.

Air

Unveiled: THAI launches TG Chatbot

Megha Paul May 6, 2022

In response to the growing travel demand, TG Chatbot would function as THAI Virtual Agent in offering basic information and services

Australia invites Singaporean travellers to “Discover A Great Deal More”

Kristin Mariano May 5, 2022

Tourism Australia has launched the ‘Discover A Great Deal More’ virtual travel fair, the third edition of its highly anticipated travel sale that gives travellers in Singapore an opportunity…

Tourism

Tourism Australia unveils virtual travel fair

Megha Paul Apr 25, 2022

Tourism Australia has launched a Virtual Travel Fair, Discover a Great Deal More, that provides Indian travellers with the opportunity to explore attractive deals on holidays to Australia

Tourism

Myanmar resumes reopening phase

Megha Paul Apr 21, 2022

Myanmar Tourism Marketing said it is now possible for international business and leisure travellers to visit the country if they are full vaccinated and meet the criteria to secure an online…

Tourism

THAI and key travel agencies from Japan, South Korea and Australia to promote Thailand tourism

Kristin Mariano Apr 21, 2022

Thai Airways recently organised a networking conference under the theme “THAI Networking: Discover Brand New Sky” attended by key local and overseas travel agencies from Japan, South Korea…

Yas Island logs in over 70 million views following launch of ‘Yas Hai Khaas’

Megha Paul Apr 12, 2022

Yas Island Abu Dhabi, one of the world’s leading leisure and entertainment destinations, partnered with Bollywood superstar, Ranveer Singh, and went viral following the launch of ‘Yas Hai…

Tourism

Arabian Travel Market unveils exhibitor awards

Megha Paul Apr 1, 2022

Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2022 has launched ATM Best Stand Awards 2022 that will recognise creative design, people skills and the business-friendly appeal of exhibiting companies’ stands…

Mauritius Tourism launches campaign for Indian travellers

Megha Paul Mar 31, 2022

Mauritius has unveiled a new advertising campaign in India called ‘Where Else but Mauritius'

Tourism

Meet Maya! Kerala Tourism unveils new chatbot to enable travellers to access all information

Megha Paul Mar 25, 2022

Kerala Tourism launched its 24×7 WhatsApp chatbot ‘Maya’ to enable tourists to access all information and updates about the tourism ecosystem in the state

HolidayPirates joins hands with Tourism Ireland

Megha Paul Mar 18, 2022

Ahead of St Patrick’s Day, HolidayPirates, the travel deals platform, has announced a new partnership with Tourism Ireland to run to 24 April 2022

Tourism

Top 10 picture-perfect destinations according to TikTok, Instagram and YouTube

Kristin Mariano Mar 18, 2022

New research reveals the world’s most picture-perfect destinations reaching over 28 billion TikTok views and 150 million Instagram posts.

Today’s hotel guest is online and digitally savvy: What is your hotel doing to stand-out?

Megha Paul Mar 10, 2022

Tracy Dong, Principal Industry Consultant, IDeaS talks about how hoteliers who become more digitally reliant and plan their systems and approach accordingly will be better placed to attract…

Tourism

ABTA launches new sustainability advice to members

Megha Paul Feb 24, 2022

ABTA has launched new guidance to help travel agents incorporate sustainability into their business practices

Tourism

Saint Lucia unveils new tourism campaign

Megha Paul Feb 18, 2022

The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority (SLTA) has created a webpage with offers from UK tour operators featuring selected holidays for couples who want to make plans for their wedding

DMC

World of DMCs welcomes new members for 2022

Chris Head Feb 17, 2022

World of DMCs is a network of professional destination management companies focused on inbound group and incentive travel to their respective countries.

Air New Zealand B777-300ER Returns From 600 Days Of Grounding

Joe Cusmano Feb 17, 2022

One of Air New Zealand’s Boeing 777-300ER jets returned to service after being grounded due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which affected the whole fleet.

Tourism

Welcome To Another Side! VisitBritain unveils global campaign to drive inbound travel in 2022

Megha Paul Feb 16, 2022

VisitBritain has launched a new multi-million pound global campaign to drive back inbound tourism, as Britain gears up for a landmark year of events

Tourism

Kerala unveils ‘Honeymoon Holidays’ campaign to boost tourism

Megha Paul Feb 16, 2022

Promoting Kerala as a safe and glamorous honeymoon destination, Kerala Tourism has launched a high-octane campaign by stapling it with lyrical micro-video songs to lure honeymooners from…

Here are the best places to go solo backpacking

Kristin Mariano Feb 11, 2022

New research by Uswitch has revealed the best locations in the world for solo backpackers.

Cruise

Unveiled: Norwegian Cruise Line’s exclusive trade portal in Asia

Megha Paul Jan 28, 2022

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 55-year history of breaking boundaries, has launched Norwegian Central Asia, a brand-new trade portal to help travel…

Sentosa kicks off Golden Jubilee celebrations with launch of SentoSights tours and over 50 new experiences

Kristin Mariano Jan 25, 2022

Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) has kicked off celebrations for the resort island’s Golden Jubilee.

Revenge travel is out, reconnection travel is in: Top 10 travel trends for 2022 revealed

Megha Paul Jan 17, 2022

G Adventures has identified the top 10 trends for travelling in 2022, with insights into how people want to travel and where they want to go

Air

Thousands Of U.S. Flights Cancelled Due To Weather And Omicron

Joe Cusmano Jan 10, 2022

Airlines in the United States have been forced to postpone more flights than usual during the holiday season.

Are you a West Coaster? Scottish tourism group unveils campaign to find kindred spirits

Megha Paul Jan 7, 2022

Visit Wester Ross, a voluntary tourism association based in Wester Ross in the Scottish Highlands, has launched a campaign designed to attract visitors who have an affinity with Wester Ross…

MICE

‘Busan HAEVENUE’, the best MICE destination in the post-pandemic era

Kristin Mariano Jan 5, 2022

'HAEVENUE' (Haeundae International Conference Complex) with potential for MICE business in Busan, will grow into the 'optimal MICE destination' in the post-Covid world.

OYO Travelopedia 2021: Indian traveller busy with workcations

Megha Paul Dec 31, 2021

According to OYO Travelopedia, nearly 65% of respondents have travelled in the past 6 months and a majority of them visited their loved ones

Tourism

The most beautiful cities to visit by night

Kristin Mariano Dec 24, 2021

As the shorter days are well and truly upon us Premier Inn has researched over 250 of the most populated cities in the world on Instagram to reveal the places that are being photographed the…

Australian Airlines Launch “No More Carry On” Campaign

Joe Cusmano Dec 23, 2021

No More Carry On, a combined effort, urges or patience and preparedness as travellers, airline crews, and airport staff navigate a return to widespread flying and COVID-19-related travel…

Technology

How can virtual reality help in the travel industry?

Priya Jain Dec 17, 2021

Have you taken a tour over the past year? It’s not only you! A majority of the people across the globe skipped their vacations and travel trips owing to the coronavirus pandemic. The travel…

Tourism

Japan asks international airlines to stop taking reservations

Kristin Mariano Dec 10, 2021

As Japan further tightens its borders, the country has asked international airlines to stop taking new reservations for all incoming flights.

Features

2022’s biggest travel trend, The GOAT Mindset: Expedia

Megha Paul Dec 7, 2021

Expedia has released its 2022 Travel Trends Report, which revealed new traveller priorities that are shaking up the status quo in 2022

Tourism

Smart Tourism and Global Challenges! Sharjah looks ahead to SITTF 2021

Megha Paul Nov 23, 2021

HE Khalid Jasim Al Midfa, chairman of Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) about what’s on tap and why delegates this time are in for a treat at SITTF 2021

South Korea and Singapore tourism boards to co-promote both destinations

Kristin Mariano Nov 19, 2021

The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) have signed a two-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to co-promote both destinations, develop tech solutions to…

Tourism

Australia is “Yours to Explore,” says country to Singaporeans

Kristin Mariano Nov 19, 2021

With quarantine-free travel for fully vaccinated citizens from Singapore to Australia commencing from 21 November, Tourism Australia is kicking off a new campaign to encourage Singaporeans…

Friends and family source of travel inspiration for Indians, reveals Agoda Indiagenous Survey 2021

Megha Paul Nov 12, 2021

Agoda has launched its Indiagenous Travel Survey 2021 as a part of a campaign to drive domestic travel in India

47% plan to travel for at least one holiday this season

Megha Paul Nov 2, 2021

From choosing travel over holiday gifts and flying to space - one thing from the latest Amex Trendex report that was abundantly clear was the strong desire for travel among consumers

Because sometimes being there means everything! First major Eurowings campaign since start of pandemic

Megha Paul Oct 15, 2021

The new Eurowings campaign "Just be there" stages these special experiences emotionally and authentically in various online video formats

UK removes quarantine rule for fully vaccinated Indian travellers to UK from 11 October

Megha Paul Oct 8, 2021

Fully vaccinated Indians travelling to the UK do not need to quarantine from 11 October as has been announced by the British High Commissioner in India

Guest Column

5 Tips to Make Booking a Private Jet Simple

Evgeny Chuprov Sep 30, 2021

When you think of booking a private jet, you probably think about an expensive, complicated process that only someone with a personal assistant and a famous name could manage. This might…

Tourism

Five most popular tourist activities in first half of 2021

Kristin Mariano Sep 27, 2021

Post-pandemic travel recovery has led people to head out to explore outdoors with various tourist activities, a way to address the individual mental health.

What’s Inside Burj Al Arab! Unique guided tour into iconic hotel’s exclusive world

Megha Paul Sep 23, 2021

Jumeirah Group has revealed its brand-new hotel tour, Inside Burj Al Arab, a one-of-a-kind immersive experience that will allow UAE residents and tourists to finally discover the most…

How September 11 changed air travel

Joe Cusmano Sep 13, 2021

Saturday marked the 20th anniversary of the terrorist event that forever changed air travel, and I thought what better way to commemorate this day than by remembering what air travel was…

IWTA

TD aims to inspire women in travel

Kristin Mariano Sep 10, 2021

TD aims to inspire more women (and men) in the travel industry with features highlighting the incredible stories of women in travel. Featuring a new superstar weekly, the first of the…

Vaccination Updates

Virgin hits 100K+ entries for VA-X & WIN competition

Joe Cusmano Sep 6, 2021

Virgin Australia has had its largest competition entry day on record last Thursday following the opening of the airline’s VA-X & Win COVID-19 vaccination jackpot on Wednesday.

Emirates becomes official airline of 2021 US Open

Megha Paul Sep 6, 2021

Emirates is returning as the Official Airline of the 2021 US Open Tennis Championships for the tenth year in a row

ClassPass, Singapore Tourism Board promote Singapore’s urban wellness experiences

Kristin Mariano Sep 6, 2021

ClassPass and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) have partnered to jointly promote Singapore’s wellness offerings and enhance the city’s attractiveness as an urban wellness destination.

Airlines and Aviation

Passenger duct-taped to seat for assaulting flight attendants

Joe Cusmano Aug 6, 2021

A 22-year-old passenger of Frontier Airlines is facing three misdemeanour charges for battery after he allegedly groped and assaulted flight attendants while the plane was in the air.

Tourism

VisitScotland’s new tourism campaign has a message for you! Protect, respect and enjoy responsibly

Megha Paul Jul 28, 2021

VisitScotland has launched a new national responsible tourism campaign with STV dubbed ‘I love it so I look after it

Global

From an ice bath to pay cut, Americans will do anything to go on two-week vacation

Megha Paul Jul 26, 2021

New study has found seven in 10 Americans will do absolutely anything to go on a two-week vacation — even take an ice cold bath or a pay cut

HR & Careers

Job alert! Be a ‘CEO’ and get paid to explore the UK

Kristin Mariano Jul 23, 2021

Point A Hotels has announced its search for a new CEO or Chief Exploring Officer.

Tourism

Escape the Everyday! VisitEngland ramps up campaign to boost domestic breaks

Megha Paul Jul 22, 2021

VisitEngland in partnership with the tourism organisations of London, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales is stepping up its UK-wide ‘Escape the Everyday’ campaign to drive domestic day…

Vaccination Updates

Fake vaccine passports threaten travel recovery

Kristin Mariano Jul 20, 2021

As quarantine-free travel has resumed for fully vaccinated passengers returning from amber list countries including Europe, the problem with fake vaccine passports is once again in the…

Partner content

Is your hotel prepared for a world without third-party cookies?

Kristin Mariano Jul 19, 2021

Here are some digital marketing strategies that hoteliers can do to reach potential customers.

Tourism Boards

Sights and sounds of Hong Kong’s great outdoors featured in new tourism videos

Kristin Mariano Jul 1, 2021

Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has unveiled a new series of distinctive sensory videos to bring the city’s great outdoors to everyone around the world.

Tourism

“Holiday here, this year” fuels Australia’s domestic tourism

Kristin Mariano Jun 23, 2021

Strongly supported by Tourism Australia’s domestic campaign, GlobalData forecasts that domestic trips in the country will double by 2025, which is 14% growth on pre-pandemic levels.

Tourism

I Know Where! Visit Madeira unveil campaign to gear up for tourism comeback

Megha Paul Jun 22, 2021

Visit Madeira has unveiled a new multi-platform promotional campaign "I know where" for national and international markets, aiming to put visitors in the spotlight and build on the tourist…

Hospitality

How perfect channel manager can help you master online distribution and boost revenue

Megha Paul Jun 21, 2021

Hotels and accommodation providers are in dire need of a good channel manager as online travel bookings are firmly growing each year and are only bound to increase post-COVID

Tourism

Why you should pay attention to South Korea’s outbound tourism

Kristin Mariano Jun 21, 2021

South Korea may become the third-largest source market out of the APAC region going forward, according to GlobalData.

Air

Vistara delays Tokyo route launch to July

Megha Paul Jun 17, 2021

Vistara Airlines has now postponed the launch of flights between Delhi and Tokyo Haneda from 16 June to 7 July

Tourism

Reunite: New WTTC campaign shows importance of international travel to people

Megha Paul Jun 8, 2021

A new campaign has been launched by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) calling on governments around the world to restart international travel and enable the world to ‘Reunite’…

Interviews

South Australia tourism is back in the spotlight for all the right reasons

Anthony Gallagher May 28, 2021

Enjoying the distance now between devastating bushfires and COVID-19, South Australia is open for business again with much more to offer, see and do.

Tourism

‘We are bedouins’! Theme for sixth edition of King Abdulaziz camel festival

Megha Paul May 24, 2021

Taking pride in the Saudi Arabian historical identity and its role in laying the first building blocks for the kingdom’s development, Saudi Arabia has announced the launch of its annual…

Airlines and Aviation

“Some people may die,” Virgin Australia boss’ insensitive words

Joe Cusmano May 24, 2021

Virgin Australia is still battling a PR nightmare after Jayne Hrdlicka the airline CEO made a speech at the Queensland University of Technology using the controversial statement “some people…

Tourism

VisitEngland unveils domestic tourism campaign

Megha Paul May 21, 2021

VisitEngland is set to launch the next phase of its UK-wide campaign to boost domestic day trips and overnight breaks in the run-up to summer

Hospitality

Rebulid and revive! Travel industry gears up for English Tourism Week

Megha Paul May 18, 2021

English Tourism Week is fast approaching with this year’s week dedicated to showing support for tourism businesses and destinations across the sector as they reopen and start to rebuild

Tourism

International travel from China back to pre-Covid levels by 2023

Megha Paul May 18, 2021

China is ready for international travel - it has already opened its borders to 36 European and 13 Asian countries

Hotel Technology - Partner Content

5 ways your hotel can benefit from a Customer Data Platform

Kristin Mariano May 13, 2021

The main aim of a Customer Data Platform (CDP) is to create a 360-degree customer profile.

Tourism Boards

7 really good reasons to book a trip to Kangaroo Island

Kristin Mariano Apr 30, 2021

Here are some of the reasons why you should not skip a trip to Kangaroo Island when you travel to South Australia once borders reopen.

Vaccination Updates

Visit Maldives unveils ‘I’m Vaccinated’ campaign

Megha Paul Apr 30, 2021

Visit Maldives together with the Ministry of Tourism has launched ‘I'm Vaccinated’ campaign in order to share a positive message regarding the vaccination of staff working in the tourism…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways’ incredible growth in four years

Kristin Mariano Apr 27, 2021

Rising above the myriad of challenges, Qatar Airways’ growth has been massive. The airline’s last four years are highlighted with improved products, more routes, and unparalleled overall…

Hospitality

Marriott Bonvoy allows members to get closer to IPL action

Megha Paul Apr 12, 2021

Marriott Bonvoy, the loyalty programme by Marriott International, has announced an exclusive series of experiences in store for Marriott Bonvoy members during the upcoming cricket season

MICE

Maiden edition of ITB India opens today

Megha Paul Apr 7, 2021

The first edition of ITB India and South Asia, an all-virtual event, is opening today, and over the next three days, it will present a virtual business-to-business travel and tourism trade…

Reopening updates

Kerala Tourism unveils ‘My First Trip 2021’ campaign for domestic travellers

Megha Paul Mar 26, 2021

Kerala Tourism has launched a pioneering travel initiative led by ten influencers from around the country who will carry out a new-media campaign to attract domestic tourists in the…

Features

Debunking five travel myths

Kristin Mariano Mar 15, 2021

The travel industry is full of myths and misconceptions that make some travellers think twice in booking that flight.

Technology

Hotel SEO: Three Ways To Rank Higher On Google

Jenn Zajac Mar 11, 2021

Corporate built our hotel website and I added the content, but was it any good? Why wasn’t my hotel ranking for anything other than our brand name? How was I supposed to optimize for search…

OTAs & Tour Operators

FCM signals game-changing tech offering with bold new brand identity launch

Megha Paul Mar 10, 2021

FCM has made it a priority to address customers’ pain points and their travel programmes by investing in new technology, rapid implementation, enhanced account management and sustainable and…

Tourism

How to attract more Chinese travellers post-COVID

Kristin Mariano Mar 10, 2021

One of the strategies seen by some tourist destinations is to attract Chinese travellers, which is one of the biggest movers and shakers in travel.

Air

Boeing 777s grounded by airlines following Denver incident

Joe Cusmano Mar 4, 2021

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has decided to step up Boeing 777 inspections following an incident in Denver last weekend.

Features

How tech can augment safety, staff efficiency and guest satisfaction for safe experiences

Megha Paul Feb 25, 2021

With distance and limited interactions required for safe experiences, how can hotels adopt technology to assist stretched staff and boost efficiency, while at the same time making guests…

Global

Rebranded: Travelport has striking new visual identity

Megha Paul Feb 24, 2021

Worldwide travel retail platform, Travelport, today launched a bold and distinct new visual identity, which has been created as part of the company’s first ever end-to-end rebrand

Vaccination Updates

Jerusalem illuminates iconic landmarks in first major tourist project for 2021 for post-Covid travellers

Megha Paul Feb 18, 2021

From 21 February-3 March, Jerusalem will bring back the light to the capital with a breath-taking and exciting project entitled Jerusalem - Follow the Lights

Travel Daily Jobs

6 reasons why you should create a Travel Daily Jobs profile now

Chris Head Feb 16, 2021

Whether you are looking for a way to break into the travel industry or simply your next career move, Travel Daily Jobs offers you the best and latest job opportunities in the travel…

Technology

How hotels can increase revenue right now

Kristin Mariano Feb 10, 2021

When demand is slow, every bit of revenue counts.

Tourism

Negative COVID-19 test not needed for Thai visa extension (for now)

Kristin Mariano Jan 22, 2021

The immigration police have announced that a negative COVID-19 test result is NOT mandatory for Thai visa extension of foreign travellers who wish to stay longer in Thailand.

Technology

4 Technologies with Strong Impact in Hospitality Industry

Bharat Dogra Jan 14, 2021

Various rising innovations have made the lives of hoteliers significantly simpler.

Global

Barefoot luxury experience, plant-based menus and tracking manta rays! This luxury resort is perfect for your getaway

Megha Paul Dec 29, 2020

David Stepetic, general manager of Gili Lankanfushi Maldives, candidly talks about how the hotel is conforming to high-end safety measures mandated by law and international guidelines in the…

How to attract and manage domestic demand

Megha Paul Dec 22, 2020

In a guest column with Travel Daily Media, Tracy Dong from IDeaS Advisory Services talks about importance of domestic travel markets to the hotel sector and what can hotels across the region…

Guest Column

Achieve competitive advantage with Hotel API

Kunal Kasliwal Dec 9, 2020

Various Travel Agencies and businesses collect a tremendous amount of data from their niche websites. Not only do they understand that to gain an edge in the market they must access their…

Stay Thai, Your Style! Airbnb unveils domestic travel campaign for Thailand

Megha Paul Dec 8, 2020

As part of Airbnb’s ongoing commitment and in support of the government’s efforts to help drive Thailand’s tourism recovery, Airbnb has launched a domestic travel campaign Stay Thai, Your…

Bloggers

How to choose the right SEO agency for the travel industry?

Mansi Rana Nov 27, 2020

Are you an SEO reseller looking for SEO service for the travel industry with a confused vision? Or are you an online business owner looking for the same? 

Tourism

Bali tourism sees hope as holiday nears

Kristin Mariano Nov 20, 2020

Bali tourism has seen a flicker of recovery as the island has welcomed holidaymakers during a long weekend at the end of October.

Lockdowns raise awareness: 77% of UK residents to consider environment in future holiday plans

Megha Paul Nov 19, 2020

Nearly half (49%) of UK residents said that the impact of COVID-19 has raised awareness about the impact holidays and travel have on the environment, recent research by iCarhireinsurance.com…

Cayman Islands’ digital nomad program will allow you to stay in country for two years

Kristin Mariano Nov 16, 2020

The tourism department of Cayman Islands has launched the Global Citizen Concierge Program (GCCP), which allows digital nomads to stay in the Caribbean paradise for up to two years.

President-Elect Biden gale-force Intensity and Passion for Tourism seen by SKAL

Andrew J. Wood - eTN Thailand Nov 9, 2020

History will show us the damage or otherwise, the Trump era has had on the hearts and soul of not only America but the world.  Andrew Wood is a contributor for eTurboNews and is based in…

Guest Column

Opinion: AJW‘s time for reflection

Andrew Wood Nov 9, 2020

Diversity is a part of our lives and often not through our choosing, but something we are born with and above all my training and experience has taught me to show friendship and respect.

Rethink Travel – Reskilling the travel agency workforce

Alastair Newport Nov 5, 2020

In a travel era defined by rapid change and ongoing disruption, travel agencies will need to ensure their workforce has the right skills and technology to compete and deliver better…

3 real-life horror stories of travellers found dead during their holiday

Kristin Mariano Oct 30, 2020

Here are some of the real-life horror stories of travellers that became headlines in the APAC region.

‘Bali, A New Kind Of Adventure’ video series unveiled

Megha Paul Oct 27, 2020

Bali Hotels Association (BHA) has unveiled ‘Bali, A New Kind Of Adventure’, a series of six, one-minute videos

Podcast: 5 Outstanding Curiosities of Architect and Designer Bill Bensley

Steve Collins Oct 24, 2020

Featuring: Steve Collins and Bill Bensley Who is Bill Bensley you may ask? The Bangkok-based architect famous for his design work on one-of-a-kind luxury hotels is just as unique as his…

End of an era: British Airways retires its final Boeing 747

Megha Paul Oct 9, 2020

British Airways’ remaining two Boeing 747 aircraft based at Heathrow taxied for take off for the last time on 8 October

Rethinking OTAs in an uncertain market

Megha Paul Oct 7, 2020

Tracy Dong, senior advisor in Asia Pacific region at IDeaS Revenue Solutions talks about how hoteliers must properly understand the value and costs when engaging with OTAs in this era of…

Gems Mining Pool Villas Pattaya on target for November opening

Megha Paul Sep 30, 2020

Situated in Pattaya, Chonburi, the resort is now open for reservations through their direct channels

Marriott Bonvoy and Mumbai Indians gets fans closer to the cricket action

Megha Paul Sep 23, 2020

Marriott Bonvoy and the Mumbai Indians, the most successful brand in T20 cricket announced a multi-year agreement, giving its members, the travel programme from Marriott International,…

Japan Matsuri 2020: Experience the best of Japan right in your home

Kristin Mariano Sep 23, 2020

This year, the UK’s biggest free Japanese event, Japan Matsuri, will be going virtual for the first time.

Does loyalty matter in a disrupted hotel market?

Megha Paul Sep 16, 2020

Jurgen Ortelee talks about the importance of loyalty in the hotel sector in the changing times and how it can act as a key differentiator

Accolades galore! B-Concept wins Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2020

Megha Paul Aug 24, 2020

B-Concept received the award for their excellence and impeccable performance in the event industry across Thailand and Asia

Cruise

Sea Sick: Is Cruising still a Happy Business?

Dr. Elinor Garely - special to eTN Aug 24, 2020

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

Why millennial travellers will kickstart travel’s recovery and how to attract them

Alastair Newport Aug 20, 2020

When the coronavirus hit, travel became taboo. We cancelled or deferred our trips and stayed put to stop the virus’s spread. Yet, even as we yearned for the return of our freedom to wander,…

Last-minute domestic travellers play vital role for Thai tourism industry

Megha Paul Aug 18, 2020

New data from SiteMinder reveals a fast-growing shift toward last-minute travel among local holidaymakers

Tourism Boards

It’s no longer just Bali: Indonesia earmarks USD 258 million to boost tourism sector

Kristin Mariano Aug 14, 2020

In order to restart its profitable tourism industry, the government earmarked IDR 3.8 trillion (USD 258 million) to develop quality destinations and launch new marketing initiatives.

‘Do something new, New Zealand’ winter campaign of the Kiwis comes calling

Megha Paul Aug 3, 2020

Air New Zealand and Tourism New Zealand (TNZ) have teamed up to encourage Kiwis to hit the slopes with its new winter campaign

Technology

Digital channels permeate post-COVID life

Kristin Mariano Jul 31, 2020

In our efforts to get back to our daily routine before the lockdown, there is a significant increase in the adoption of various technologies into our everyday lives.

Fundamental differences in Chinese online behaviours (Travel industry focused)

Anita Chan Jul 29, 2020

More than two years ago, I wrote the article “Major Misconceptions about getting Direct Hotel Bookings from China”. (https://www.4hoteliers.com/features/article/11092) After me publishing…

TAT maps ultimate Thai travel guide for millennials in Middle East

Megha Paul Jul 27, 2020

Thailand has has launched Amazing Thailand Millennial Roadmap Survey for the Middle East millenials as its latest initiative as it restarts travel

Japan’s latest tourism video will make you beg to travel there

Kristin Mariano Jul 22, 2020

The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) has launched a new global campaign to showcase the diversity of Japan as a destination and to inspire travel - when possible.

Good To Go! Tailored, actionable plans to help rebuild travel flows with new recovery platform

Megha Paul Jul 15, 2020

Asia Pacific hospitality companies, hotels and resorts, destinations and tourism businesses can now access a platform designed to help plan and manage their recovery from the ongoing…

STB brings on community initiative to spark travel interest across Southeast Asia

Megha Paul Jul 14, 2020

The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) has unveiled #TravelThrowback, a community effort aimed at uniting passionate travellers to promote the beauty of Southeast Asia. While travel…

Technology

Everything you need to know on hotel reopening and market trends in APAC

Kristin Mariano Jul 14, 2020

Travel Daily Asia spoke exclusively with Tracy Dong, senior advisor, APAC for IDeaS Revenue Solutions about hotel reopening and the likely trajectory of market recovery.

Travellers should ‘wear to care’ in the new normal: WTTC

Megha Paul Jul 10, 2020

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has called upon all travellers to don protective face masks to show they ‘wear to care’ in the new normal of travelling. As countries…

Summer travel plans cancelled? This Bavaria-based company urges you to indulge in the Great Outdoors act

Megha Paul Jul 8, 2020

It is expected there will be a rise in the number of domestic tourists participating in adventure tourism such as climbing, surfing, hunting, caving, diving, cycling, rafting, and hiking…

Technology

Over 600 exhibitors and 50 keynote speakers in five days! Raising the curtain for first BUZZ Digital Travel Expo

Megha Paul Jun 29, 2020

The social network and communication platform for verified travel professionals, BUZZ, has now created a virtual meeting room where exhibitors can present their services and…

Imagine Phuket campaign to drive the future of Asia’s most-visited island destination

Alastair Newport Jun 26, 2020

In Asia’s first international destination recovery initiative post-COVID-19, the Phuket Hotels Association and global hospitality branding agency QUO have joined forces to craft an…

Agoda’s ‘GoLocal’ campaign aims to boost domestic tourism

Kristin Mariano Jun 26, 2020

Agoda has launched the “GoLocal” campaign which aims to stimulate domestic tourism across the Asia Pacific.

Spain’s Responsible Tourism ‘seal’ showcases Covid-19 measures

Megha Paul Jun 24, 2020

As the Ministry of Tourism in Spain unveils a social media campaign to mark the end of State of Alarm, and welcome new tourists to the country, the secretary of state for tourism has…

Fruit Lovin’! Preferred Hotels unveils second annual International Pineapple Week

Megha Paul Jun 22, 2020

As the hospitality industry begins to usher in the highly anticipated return to travel, Preferred Hotels & Resorts – the world’s largest independent hotel brand – has announced…

London Stories! Now meet the people who make it tick

Megha Paul Jun 19, 2020

Visit London has unveiled London Stories, a new weekly online series developed to shine a light on the people who make up the very fabric of the city, and part of the Because I’m a…

Ready for some Monegasque excellence! The world’s smallest country is reopening

Megha Paul Jun 18, 2020

Thanks to what remains everyone’s dream destination, with its truly exceptional infrastructure, widely recognised expertise and strong commitment to a sustainable model over the long…

OPINION: Thailand Tourism recovery- are we doing enough?

Andrew Wood Jun 16, 2020

OPINION: Thailand Tourism recovery- are we doing enough? by Andrew J Wood

Shangri-La Hotels celebrates medical workers around the world with Heroes Campaign

Megha Paul Jun 9, 2020

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts has launched a global Heroes Campaign to celebrate and recognise the tireless work medical workers are undertaking around the world. The campaign, which…

Accor’s global campaign ‘Reignites The Love Of Travel’

Megha Paul Jun 2, 2020

Accor has begun the exciting process of reopening some of its hotels that temporarily closed in response to the global pandemic. With restrictions now easing across many destinations,…

Virtual travel campaign for Bali continues

Megha Paul Jun 2, 2020

The Bali Hotels Association’s (BHA) latest social media promotion a ‘60 Day Virtual Campaign’ launched on 1 May is now at the half-way mark.  Support from travellers and the travel…

Partner content

5 ways Megatix helps hotels in Thailand overcome challenges

Kristin Mariano Jun 1, 2020

Here are some ways how Megatix helps hotels in Thailand during these challenging times.

Tourism Boards

Japan will not pay half of your travel expenses, says Japan Tourism Agency

Kristin Mariano May 28, 2020

In a series of tweets, Japan Tourism Agency has explained that the proposed tourism program is still under consideration and would only cover “a portion of domestic travel expenses.”

Cumbria Tourism launches new visitor survey in wake of Coronavirus effects

Megha Paul May 25, 2020

As Cumbria Tourism supports hundreds of tourism businesses in their preparations to re-open this summer, the organisation has launched a new national survey to invite people to tell them…

QNTC wants you to fall back in #LoveQatar

Alastair Newport May 22, 2020

Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) has announced the launch of its new global social media campaign #LoveQatar this week,  to help build solidarity and connect the international community…

Spain will wait: TURESPAÑA new video keeps the destination front of mind for travellers

Kristin Mariano May 20, 2020

The Spain Tourism Board or TURESPAÑA has released a video to remind visitors of the amazing experiences to be enjoyed in Spain and that it will wait for them to return with a warm welcome…

Advertising during COVID-19 pandemic: Yay or nay?

Kristin Mariano May 18, 2020

Now that many countries are easing their restrictions and are preparing to adapt to the “new normal,” should companies start advertising again?

Tourism Boards

China National Tourist Office launches Facebook campaign

Megha Paul May 7, 2020

The China National Tourist Office (CNTO) has launched a social media campaign from its London office via Facebook. The page has a statement in support of the UK government's guidelines…

Message from Me! Millennium Hotels honours employees and mothers from around the world

Megha Paul May 7, 2020

In celebration of Mother’s Day, Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR) will be launching 'Message from Me'. It is a social media campaign that will run from 8-25 May to honour mothers and…

Tourism Boards

Cape Town Tourism sends tourists a love letter

Kristin Mariano May 5, 2020

Cape Town Tourism has launched a new campaign with the theme “We Are Worth Waiting For!” in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. The campaign emulates lovers in a long-distance relationship…

CzechTourism and Budvar to deliver isolation ‘care packages’ for affected travellers

Megha Paul Apr 21, 2020

CzechTourism and Budvar offer 500 ‘Care Packages’  for UK travellers forced to cancel trips to the Czech Republic amid the COVID-19 crisis as part of their ‘Cheers From Czech’ campaign.…

Get introduced to manta rays, corals, turtle and reef fish with lessons from Six Senses

Megha Paul Apr 21, 2020

Wellness is core to Six Senses. As travel bans and social distancing measures are imposed, the brand is prioritising a range of content that guests, hosts and global communities can tap…

What hotel GMs can do now to prepare for the return of Chinese travelers post COVID-19

Anita Chan Apr 20, 2020

Last week Anita shared a few post COVID-19 trends and ideas on what hotel GMs can do to get ahead of the game to welcome Chinese travelers post COVID-19. Anita decided to elaborate on her…

Associations

USTOA showcases international music videos

Megha Paul Apr 16, 2020

The United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) is inviting the travel community to virtually #ComeTogetherWithUSTOA this month by tuning into its social channels for international…

Travel and Tourism – 12 predictions of our future

Andrew Wood Apr 16, 2020

Skål International Bangkok President Andrew J Wood gives his thoughts on what we can expect to see once the Coronavirus starts to dissipate

Viator launches #RoamFromHome to help travellers keep exploring

Kristin Mariano Apr 14, 2020

To help travellers see the world while so much of it and so many of us remain on lockdown, Viator introduced a new project called #RoamFromHome – partnering with tour guides, attractions and…

Philippines’ Smile video a tribute to front liners

Megha Paul Apr 9, 2020

As a tribute to all the front liners facing the threat of Covid-19, the Philippines’ Department of Tourism (DOT) released a video clip that captures not only their resilience but also…

With ALL – Accor Live Limitless, guests can be inspired “ALL at home”

Kristin Mariano Apr 8, 2020

ALL - Accor Live Limitless, the daily lifestyle companion that integrates rewards, services and experiences throughout Accor, has launched a new global digital entertainment campaign.…

OYO Thailand offers free rooms to healthcare practitioners serving at frontlines of Covid-19

Megha Paul Apr 2, 2020

OYO will offer free rooms at two of its partner hotels for the entire duration of the state of emergency to healthcare practitioners treating Covid-19 cases in Bangkok and Pattaya.…

Guest Column

The Flightpath to Recovery: A Debate

Andrew Ward Mar 30, 2020

Andrew Ward from Jazeera Airways discusses the Flightpath to Recovery in this featured guest column

Associations

PATA assembles crisis resource centre

Megha Paul Mar 27, 2020

The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is opening a crisis resource centre to support members with data and research to help them rebuild business once Covid-19 peaks. Noting that…

Rudding Park Spa launches digital detox days

Megha Paul Mar 18, 2020

Rudding Park Spa in Harrogate has launched digital detox days, to encourage guests to be fully present in the moment without any distractions. Taking place on the first Tuesday of every…

Features

To promote or not to promote: The best content strategy in the midst of a crisis

Kristin Mariano Mar 15, 2020

According to a report by Dedicated Media, native content and advertising generate an 82% increase in brand lift.

Charitable Travel to launch unique donation model

Megha Paul Mar 3, 2020

Social enterprise and travel agent Charitable Travel will launch in April this year as a leisure-focused retailer offering direct customers an array of holidays, hotels, flights and…

Global

Opinion (Different): Hospitality marketing during the virus outbreak

Anita Chan Mar 2, 2020

On February 28, Messe Berlin announced the iconic ITB Berlin will be cancelled, for the first time in history. Then on my Facebook, LinkedIn, the majority of industry associates were…

Guest Column

ABTA: “It is important that business continuity plans, contingency measures and policies are put in place now”

Alastair Newport Feb 28, 2020

Cases of Coronavirus have continued to emerge with official restrictions being placed on travel to 11 towns in northern Italy and holidaymakers in a hotel in Tenerife being affected in a…

Solo travel is empowering women over 55

Kristin Mariano Feb 28, 2020

Riviera Travel has conducted a study looking at female freedom and empowerment through travel.

UK

“We cannot go back to square one, Teesside is on the up and so is our airport.”

Alastair Newport Feb 27, 2020

The first flights in nine years from Teesside International Airport to Alicante, Spain, have been announced by Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen. From 17 July 2020, flights will run twice…

Travel Agents

Travel 2 rocks the peak season

Megha Paul Feb 26, 2020

A combination of unbeatable tactical offers and enhanced rewards has helped drive Travel 2’s business to new heights during the peak selling period. The worldwide tour operator has seen…

Technology

China turns to tech firms for apps to monitor health, travel

Kristin Mariano Feb 22, 2020

Chinese government are tapping tech giants to come up with an app to track the health and travel history of millions of citizens that are preparing to go back to work.

Now is the best time to visit Kyoto, here’s why

Kristin Mariano Feb 21, 2020

Kyoto is usually packed with tourists with some neighbourhoods complaining for overtourism. However, since the new strain coronavirus or COVID-19 struck Japan’s tourism, shopping streets are…

Global

Why tourism providers are still working on travel personalisation

Megha Paul Feb 11, 2020

It should come as no surprise that even as we enter the new decade, industries such as retail and travel are seeing continued investments in digital platforms and solutions aimed at…

How Instagram influence our holidays

Kristin Mariano Feb 5, 2020

Instagram enables its users to gain an intimate, visual insight into the lives of people they have never met, including a glimpse into the experiences of travellers.

STR: The initial impact of coronavirus on hotel occupancy in China during CNY

Alastair Newport Feb 5, 2020

Industry analytics firm STR has released data measuring the initial impact of novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) on hotel occupancy in Mainland China over the Chinese New Year period, 14-26…

Independent hoteliers put technology at the heart of marketing strategies

Alastair Newport Jan 30, 2020

New research backed by SiteMinder, reveals that today’s independent hoteliers have a greater awareness and appetite around technology when it comes to their marketing and distribution…

The light at the end of the tunnel for the coronavirus outbreak

Kristin Mariano Jan 30, 2020

I understand that much of the anxiety stems from the fear of the unknown – the carrier of the virus has not been identified and the lack of cure or vaccine. Moreover, the death toll is…

World’s Top 20 ‘alternative’ must-see landmarks revealed

Megha Paul Jan 28, 2020

Extensive research by Travelzoo among 1,000 UK globetrotters identified the ‘off the beaten track’ sights they most want to see. Among them is Germany’s Burg Eltz, a fairy-tale style…

Attractions

These 3 tourist attractions rank as the worst value for money

Kristin Mariano Jan 24, 2020

Travellers who love sightseeing always have attractions in their itineraries, but there are some famous attractions that are not worth the money.

Tourism Australia says ‘Holiday Here This Year’

Megha Paul Jan 24, 2020

Following on from the AUD 76 million (USD 52.22 million) government grant announced earlier this week, Tourism Australia has now launched a new AUD 20 million (USD 13.74 million)…

Travel Leaders Group reveals ‘travel advisor trends’ and position for growth

Tian Tolentino Jan 23, 2020

Travel Leaders Group executives and industry experts have gathered in New York City to review the travel trends and issues that shaped the last decade, and to forecast what the next decade…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Not Just Travel sees huge surge in bookings as Blue Monday arrives

Megha Paul Jan 21, 2020

The travel company Not Just Travel has seen an increase of 33% in bookings this January compared to last year – with more people than ever before planning trips to exotic locations.…

World’s most ‘Instagrammable’ hotel bathrooms

Tian Tolentino Jan 17, 2020

To reveal the world’s most Instagrammable bathrooms, Mira Showers has monitored five key bathroom-related hashtags and identified hotel locations that appeared the most.

Best Western makes dreams come true in Bali

Megha Paul Jan 17, 2020

Best Western Hotels & Resorts has treated 10 lucky guests to their dream vacation in Bali, following a successful online contest. The 2019 ‘Dreams Come True’ competition took place…

Bloggers

Online Travel Booking Market Trends increasing Demand in Coming Years

John Smith Jan 15, 2020

“Global Online Travel Booking Market Analysis Trends, Applications, Analysis, Growth, and Forecast to 2027” is a recent report generated by MarketResearch.biz, which offers in-depth…

Brits ‘fed up’ of travel photos showing unrealistic, picture-perfect scenes

Megha Paul Jan 10, 2020

Millions of Brits are ‘fed up’ of travel photos showing unrealistic, picture-perfect scenes. A study of 2,000 adults found 29% would rather see ‘authentic’ snaps showing what the holiday…

Features

Top 10 travel tech trends for 2020

Alastair Newport Jan 9, 2020

With more than a week of 2020 already behind now is the perfect time to peel back the veil of perception and peer into future -- of what is the most sci-fi sounding date you will ever…

Turning 5: TAT Newsroom Blogger Thailand returns for fifth year

Megha Paul Jan 6, 2020

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced that its ‘TAT Newsroom Blogger Thailand’ project is returning for the fifth year with several significant changes, including a new…

Australian fires curb nation’s tourism

Kristin Mariano Jan 5, 2020

Operators have predicted that this terrible disaster will cost the tourism industry hundreds of millions.

Global Travel Group unveils new member benefits

Megha Paul Jan 1, 2020

Global Travel Group is ramping up the ‘personalisation’ of its marketing campaigns with a series of PEAKS period promotions with top suppliers, plus new deals with two technology…

Holidaymakers urged to have their say on Scotland’s long-haul flight route development

Megha Paul Jan 1, 2020

Scottish holidaymakers have been urged to help shape the future of the nation’s long-haul destination map. The Scottish Passenger Agents’ Association (SPAA) – the world’s oldest…

7 most ‘Instagrammed’ attractions around the world

Kristin Mariano Dec 27, 2019

As we move into a new decade, InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts has uncovered the Most Instagrammed Sights Of 2019, as part of their InterContinental ICons campaign.

Hotels

Here’s why Villa Chada has the best Instagram spots

Kristin Mariano Dec 20, 2019

Do you like to travel and take amazing photos on what is called the best Instagram spots? Get your Instagram-worthy shots at the following sites in Villa Chada.

Jet2CityBreaks channels the joy of exploring new cities

Alastair Newport Dec 18, 2019

Jet2CityBreaks  is set to launch roll out its new campaign of 'Video on Demand' adverts for the first time this week, showcasing the joy of exploring new cities. Part of an integrated brand…

Guest Column

How to Build a Travel Service Customers Will Love

Django Stars Dec 11, 2019

With more than 100k flights, 1.5 million bookings made every day, and every tenth person in the world employed in travel services, it’s no surprise that the value of the travel industry, and…

ABTA: “Consumer confidence is essential to maintain healthy bookings”

Alastair Newport Dec 6, 2019

ABTA has announced the launch of its annual 'Travel with Confidence' campaign to support the association's members’ businesses as they enter the most important booking period of the year.…

Philippine Airlines schedules special replacement flights for cancelled trips by Typhoon Kammuri

Kristin Mariano Dec 4, 2019

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…

Artists showcase Costa Rica through paper and light

Tian Tolentino Dec 3, 2019

Four Seasons has introduced its latest 'envoys', Mumbai-based artists Hari & Deepti, who created a window into Costa Rica, made with intricately crafted paper and light sculpture.

Tourism

This man has the best job in the world

Anthony Gallagher Dec 3, 2019

TD Media dropped by in the heart of the South Pacific and meet up with Matt Stoeckel, the man who has the best job in travel.

Destination weddings, ecotravel and solo travel to define ATM 2020

Alastair Newport Nov 27, 2019

Destination wedding tourism, as well as solo and female, led travel and ecotourism, wellness, adventure and agritourism (EWAA) are defining the hospitality industry landscape, according to…

Partner content

Air Europa adds the “perfect accompaniment” to new Dreamliner fleet

Alastair Newport Nov 22, 2019

Air Europa has always been fighting fit and ready to rock and roll, great staff, friendly service and now – with the arrival of its box-fresh Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners – the Latin specialist…

Global

HR, red flags and why ‘eating strategy for breakfast’ doesn’t go far enough

Alastair Newport Nov 13, 2019

On a whistle-stop of Asia, Amadeus' people & culture chief officer, Sabine Hansen Peck finds time to speak to TD about the everchanging world of modern HR.

Global

15below and the business of disruption management

Alastair Newport Nov 11, 2019

Named after their commitment to answering the phone in 15 seconds or less, 15below is a global tech company firm dedicated to arming travel companies with the tools they need, in order to…

Travel Agents

Muslim women love to travel solo and it’s worth USD 80 billion

Kristin Mariano Nov 6, 2019

An estimated 63 million Muslim women travellers spent over USD 80 billion on their journeys last year, a number only expected to grow as this demographic increases in size and influence over…

The importance of online guest engagement

Alastair Newport Oct 30, 2019

OTAs provide consumers with a one-stop-shop for travel, offering a variety of accommodation options in one place, whilst putting valuable information at their fingertips. Guest engagement…

Hilton campaign celebrates India’s love for travel

Megha Paul Oct 24, 2019

Having recently celebrated its milestone 100th anniversary, Hilton taps into India’s passion for travel with brand campaign, ‘Every Stay is a Story’. The campaign aims to highlight the…

RCI launches All Set campaign in India

Megha Paul Oct 17, 2019

Timeshare exchange company RCI has launched a new brand campaign – ‘All Set’ in line with its core values of keeping customer in the centre and providing informed choices to customers…

Special Reports

Brits on their hols: How different were our holiday choices ten years ago?

Alastair Newport Oct 16, 2019

How different are the holidays we went on in 2019 compared to those we took ten years ago? It's a fascinating question and one that online travel platform Kayak has embraced with gusto with…

Hello four legged friend! Airbnb unveils Animal Experiences

Megha Paul Oct 7, 2019

Booking platform Airbnb has now unveiled Airbnb Animal Experiences - a brand new category of Airbnb Experiences that allow people to better understand animals through caring, expert…

Tourism

ASTA launches member toolkit for ID deadline

Megha Paul Oct 4, 2019

The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) is reminding travel advisors that starting 1 October 2020, travellers who elect to use a state-issued driver's license at airport…

Features

Thomas Cook bankruptcy leaves thousands jobless

Kristin Mariano Sep 24, 2019

Thomas Cook employees were in tears on the dawn of 23 September when they received the news that the UK’s oldest airline and holiday package provider with 178 years of history went under.…

Guest Column

The Rough Guide to being a travel company in 2019

Jon Reay Sep 19, 2019

Digital is transforming all industries. Businesses are becoming ever more digital. In travel, you may still be selling holidays, flights or accommodation but the way you do it has…

Interviews

Prague conventions poised to grow

Megha Paul Sep 18, 2019

A destination where history and culture meet exceptional technology and modernism, Prague has undergone a radical change over the last two decades. Having celebrated its 10th anniversary…

ABTA: New campaign to boost confidence in face of Brexit worry

Alastair Newport Sep 17, 2019

ABTA has launched today a customer-facing advertising campaign addressing questions the travelling public and businesses may have about how Brexit could affect their ability to visit the EU.…

IHG’s sleep hygiene tips to beat the ‘first night effect’

Tian Tolentino Sep 13, 2019

InterContinental Hotel Group (IHG) has compiled a list of practices and habits – known as sleep hygiene – that can make the difference between restlessness and deep slumber.

Ethiopian rolls out onboard wifi offering

Megha Paul Sep 12, 2019

Surfing the internet with seamless reliable connectivity has now become the new normal onboard Ethiopian Airlines flights, thanks to the onboard WiFi internet connectivity the airline…

Ctrip to develop tourism in Morocco

Megha Paul Sep 12, 2019

Online travel agency Ctrip has signed a strategic co-operation agreement with Morocco’s National Tourism Office to boost Chinese tourism to Morocco. Spanning over three years, the…

Tourism

SOTC to drive Singapore travel from India

Megha Paul Sep 9, 2019

SOTC and Singapore Tourism Board (STB) have collaborated to bring the magic of Singapore to the malls of India. Launching a unique series of 3-D art installations in three cities –…

VisitEngland urges young Brits to holiday at home

Megha Paul Sep 5, 2019

VisitEngland has launched the next phase of its campaign to get more young Brits to take a short break at home with a series of new short films and images. The new content targets…

Make holidays greener, says ABTA

Megha Paul Sep 2, 2019

Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) is reminding travel businesses, tourist boards and hotels there are just four weeks left for them to get involved in the Make Holidays Greener…

MMT rolls out MyIndiaMyTrips campaign

Megha Paul Aug 29, 2019

MakeMyTrip (MMT) has rolled out its digital campaign MyIndiaMyTrips to assist Indian travellers to plan their travel and explore the best of India. In line with Prime Minister Narendra…

Jet2holidays launches new national ad campaign

Megha Paul Aug 27, 2019

Package holiday specialist Jet2holidays launched a new version of its national advertising campaign over the bank holiday weekend, with exciting new scenes helping to evolve the popular…

6 countries with the most restrictive firewalls

Kristin Mariano Aug 23, 2019

Though most countries around the world allow VPN use, some consider VPN services undesirable or even illegal. Below are the six tourist destinations with the most internet restrictions.

Interviews

Envoy by Four Seasons: Telling stories through the eyes of a guest

Tian Tolentino Aug 21, 2019

Four Seasons has launched a new campaign which taps the most creative storytellers from around the world.

Features

Cruise news: AIDA ‘electrifies’ its fleet and more

Tian Tolentino Aug 21, 2019

On our cruise radar this week, we’re seeing new battery storage systems, inaugural sailings, themed cruises for experiential travellers and more.

Brits spend over a day online before finding one holiday

Megha Paul Aug 16, 2019

As eager Brits get ready to down tools for a well-earned holiday this summer, a study by communications provider Plusnet reveals that they spend, on average, a staggering 11 hours online…

Grammability: Important factor for holiday choices of over 10.6 million Brits

Megha Paul Aug 14, 2019

According to a new study, upwards of 10.6 million Brits are said to be shunning traditional guidebooks and holiday brochures and turning to social media for inspiration, when making…

How Celerity’s partnership with Amadeus could hit OTAs where it hurts

Alastair Newport Aug 13, 2019

In June, I had the opportunity to grill Celerity CEO, Ken Quaglio, about the potential of the tech company’s Flight Compare product, at the Amadeus Executive Summit in Istanbul -- but I…

Interviews

Hilton, technology and the “deep passion” for travel in APAC

Alastair Newport Aug 7, 2019

According to a new study from Hilton Honors the vast majority of travellers, based out of the Asia Pacific region, regard travel as a fundamental aspect of their identity, with 88% of…

Air

Gatwick Group shows off the best local attractions for international travellers

Alastair Newport Jul 31, 2019

The Gatwick Group, made up of Gatwick Airport and its tourism partners, has unveiled a new series of guides to illuminate passengers, passing through the international hub, with the best…

Air

China’s WeChat enables in-flight mobile payment

Megha Paul Jul 26, 2019

China’s popular social media platform WeChat has made in-flight mobile payment possible by post-landing settlement. WeChat Pay has rolled out a pilot in-flight mobile payment service for…

Tourism

10 destinations that are in everyone’s bucket list

Kristin Mariano Jul 25, 2019

Everyone has a place where they would like to go before they “kick the bucket”. Global travel site Big 7 Travel has released the official list of the 'Top 50 Bucket List Destinations 2019'.

India

Lufthansa encourages Indian travellers to “uncover a version of themselves that they didn’t know existed”

Alastair Newport Jul 23, 2019

Lufthansa Group announced an extension of its #LifeChangingPlaces campaign -- designed to unite travellers to “celebrate the transformative impact of travel” as well as to inspire Indians to…

MICE

Bold thoughts, bold moves: ITB Asia unveils latest conference theme

Megha Paul Jul 23, 2019

Travel trade show ITB Asia, is set to deliver another year of thought-provoking and inspiring content to industry practitioners as part of its conference programme. Themed ‘Bold…

Technology

Caesars Entertainment, Margaritaville and The Travel Corporation join forces for personalisation webinar

Megha Paul Jul 22, 2019

The most senior executives from travel’s most unique hotel, resort, tour operator and casino brands will kick off a webinar on the most innovative revenue, marketing and customer…

Tourism

Holiday ideas come from TV shows, not Instagram

Megha Paul Jul 16, 2019

While choosing where to go on a holiday, British travellers still are influenced by TV and not social media channels like Instagram. Social media influencers and bloggers on sites like…

Tourism

Tell me a story: PATA to share secrets of storytelling with Kazakh travel industry professionals

Megha Paul Jul 15, 2019

The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is set to stage the next ‘PATA Human Capacity Building Programme’ in Nur-Sultan (Astana), Kazakhstan on 20 September 2019. The half-day…

Global

“Travel is a deep passion for most travellers in Asia Pacific”

Alastair Newport Jul 10, 2019

Following a recent poll, conducted by Hilton Honors, the Hilton loyalty programme has discovered that, for travellers in APAC, the ability to explore new regions and cultures is not just…

Mobile & Social

Travelling with data: Expert analysis on ‘mobile hotspots’ in the US

Tian Tolentino Jul 4, 2019

To understand the mobile connectivity experience travellers can expect Opensignal has released new analysis on 30 of the most popular US summer travel destinations.

Events

Connections: International private community for high-end travel execs on the radar

Megha Paul Jul 3, 2019

London-based event organiser Connections is evolving its offering in 2020 by creating an invitation-only international private community for senior executives in the high-end travel…

Consumer

Reader’s Digest: 50 nicest places in the US revealed

Tian Tolentino Jun 28, 2019

A national crowd-sourced study by Reader’s Digest has revealed the 50 finalists of its third annual search for "The Nicest Place in America".

Associations

Sri Lanka Tourism alliance upbeat about reviving travel

Megha Paul Jun 27, 2019

Sri Lanka’s much-loved hoteliers, including Resplendent Ceylon, Uga Escapes and Taj Hotels have united with like-minded travel industry professionals to create the Sri Lanka Tourism…

Hotels

“We want to add value to local communities as well as clients”

Simon Willmore Jun 27, 2019

We talk to GCP Hospitality COO, Tony Chisholm

Hospitality

From coffee mornings to colouring competitions, Club campers celebrated 100 years of the caravan

Megha Paul Jun 24, 2019

Inspired by celebrity Julia Bradbury’s night on the first floating campsite on the Thames in central London last month, and a party she hosted to celebrate the 100th  anniversary of the…

Startups

Airbnb Adventures off to a rough start

Kristin Mariano Jun 24, 2019

Customers who tried to book have taken to Instagram and Twitter to complain about being charged for vacations they were ultimately denied.

HR & Careers

Dream job: These companies will pay you to travel

Kristin Mariano Jun 21, 2019

Here are some companies that offer to send you on a trip and pay you for doing so.

Events

Moscow tales: OTDYKH International Russian Travel Market to host a series of events for exhibitors

Megha Paul Jun 18, 2019

All eyes of the travel industry are set on Moscow as Russia’s capital city gets ready to host OTDYKH 2019 travel expo in September this year. This year marks the 25th anniversary of…

Airlines and Aviation

Tourism Nova Scotia’s campaign hits London roads

Megha Paul Jun 10, 2019

With the lively capital of Halifax, unique landscapes and long coastlines, Nova Scotia is gearing up to entice the UK market with its new branding campaign. Tourism Nova Scotia has…

Hotels

Great Mates Escapes: AKARYN Hotel Group level-up staycation in Thailand

Kristin Mariano Jun 6, 2019

Thailand’s home-grown luxury boutique hotel AKARYN Hotel Group is inviting groups of friends to enjoy fun-filled breaks together with its latest package that allows BFFs to experience…

Medical & Health Tourism

Luxury health and wellness ‘mindstyle’ shifts in APAC

Tian Tolentino Jun 4, 2019

To better connect with the mindstyle of today’s luxury travellers, travel brands and advisors must upgrade their health and wellness propositions.

Hospitality

40% year-on-year increase of Chinese reservations root of Hotelbeds European success

Alastair Newport May 29, 2019

Bedbank Hotelbeds unveiled its latest overview of the non-domestic bookings that the B2B sales platform offers to its European hotel partners today. The Spanish firm was able to confirm that…

Cruise

Carnival’s #ChooseFun AirShip kicks off aerial tour

Tian Tolentino May 23, 2019

Carnival Cruise Line's #ChooseFun AirShip has ventured off to the east to celebrate the start of summer and the New York debut of the totally transformed Carnival Sunrise.

Technology

The importance of technology comfort

Simon Willmore May 16, 2019

We speak to Othmane Amrani, general manager of Hotel G Singapore

Technology

When tech fails the travel industry

Kristin Mariano May 15, 2019

There is no doubt that technology made travel easier and faster – from planning to the actual trip. However, there are times when technology was unable to nail a solution to an existing…

Interviews

CEO of Dubai-based JA Resorts & Hotels speaks on China expansion

Tian Tolentino May 15, 2019

To get more details on JA Resorts & Hotels' expansion plans in China, we got in touch with the company's CEO, Anthony Ross.

Startups

Lost and found: WishTrip is the app that every DIY traveller needs

Kristin Mariano May 7, 2019

WishTrip helps destinations shape the tourist experience and helps them become SMART tourist destinations.

Hotels

Days Inn is paying its intern USD 10,000 to travel the world

Kristin Mariano May 7, 2019

As the school year comes to a close, college students will actively look for summer jobs and Days Inn has a wonderful opportunity for creative individuals.

Hospitality

G Talk: “Creating a community within the hotels”

Simon Willmore May 3, 2019

We spoke to Marc Bichet, chief marketing officer at GCP Hospitality, to learn more about the GTalk initiative:

Technology

What millennials think about when choosing online experiences

Alastair Newport May 2, 2019

Multinational tech giant Adobe, best known to the man in the street for Photoshop and the ubiquitous Portable Document Format aka the PDF, has discovered the key factors which influence…

Tourism Boards

Sri Lanka emerges from the ashes in heartfelt appearance at ATM 2019

Kristin Mariano May 1, 2019

“Sri Lanka will not be beaten by terror. We will take this opportunity to demonstrate to the global media, tour operators, airlines and the world that Sri Lanka is committed to security.”

Air

Aviation round up: Say cheese!

Alastair Newport Apr 23, 2019

This week’s news from the skies includes record growth, new routes and a photography completion but first, news from Canada…

Travel Agents

Why luxury travel shouldn’t ignore Baby Boomers

Kristin Mariano Apr 23, 2019

The travel industry is talking about Millennials and Generation Z constantly calling them the "new breed of travellers" creating a groundbreaking impact on the industry. However, we…

Airlines and Aviation

Several flights cancelled as Philippine’s Clark Int’l Airport closes after 6.1 earthquake

Kristin Mariano Apr 23, 2019

Several domestic and international flights in Philippines’ Clark International Airport scheduled on Monday night, 22 April, and Tuesday, 23 April, were cancelled following the 6.1 magnitude…

Tourism

Tartan Barbie goes missing from Edinburgh attraction

Alastair Newport Apr 18, 2019

A campaign to find the Tartan Barbie of The Real Mary King's Close, has been launched after its mysterious disappearance. The doll and its story has been a popular feature of the…

Technology

Travel tech this week: Uber’s “Women Preferred View” and more

Kristin Mariano Apr 18, 2019

This week, we saw incredible features from the ride-hailing and car rental sector. Following Saudi Arabia’s grant license to drive to women, Uber launches women-only drivers. Meanwhile,…

Hotels

Business as usual for Centara Grand Hotel after fire in CentralWorld

Kristin Mariano Apr 11, 2019

Centara exclusively confirms to TD Media that it is business as usual for Centara Grand Hotel.

Global

Aviation round up: Munich Airport gets radical with gnarly competition

Alastair Newport Apr 11, 2019

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!

Technology

Digital Travel APAC 2019 focuses on disruption in industries

Kristin Mariano Apr 1, 2019

The tech possibilities in the travel industry are virtually limitless and travel companies must live with the expectations of customers in order to provide the most effective experience.

Hotels

Philippine resort claps back at self-proclaimed influencers

Kristin Mariano Mar 29, 2019

A Facebook post of a beach resort in the Philippines went viral after it calls out “self-proclaimed influencers” who had been contacting the resort with offers to collaborate.

Air

“Places can change people”: Lufthansa inspires India with new campaign

Tian Tolentino Mar 26, 2019

Lufthansa has launched a new cross-media brand campaign in India to celebrate five explorers who were rewarded with enriching experiences on their travels.

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

Saudi Arabia to slash water usage by 43% in next decade

Tian Tolentino Mar 25, 2019

Saudi Arabia, one of the world’s driest countries, has announced a national program for rationalising water consumption in the Kingdom.

Airlines and Aviation

Bon appétit: Transforming in-flight meals into bespoke experiences

Kristin Mariano Mar 15, 2019

IATA has predicted that the number of air travellers will double by 2035. And offering premium in-flight meals is one way to attract more customers and expand their businesses.

Airlines and Aviation

ANZ offers help to customers and emergency services after Christchurch shooting

Alastair Newport Mar 15, 2019

In the wake of the tragic news coming out of Christchurch, Air New Zealand has announced that it will waive any fees and differences in fares should a customer need to change travel plans…

Airlines and Aviation

PAL offers up to 100MB free in-flight WIFI

Kristin Mariano Mar 14, 2019

Philippine Airlines gifts its passengers with 30MB complimentary in-flight WIFI for regular passengers and 100MB for passengers in business class.

MICE

EyeforTravel reveals star-studded speakers for Digital Strategy Summit 2019

Kristin Mariano Mar 9, 2019

EyeforTravel has revealed that over 50 speakers will grace the 22nd edition of its European flagship, the Digital Strategy Summit.

Airlines and Aviation

AirAsia permanently breaks up with Traveloka

Kristin Mariano Mar 5, 2019

AirAsia has permanently withdrawn all of its flights from online travel agent Traveloka after AirAsia’s Indonesia flights disappeared on the platform for the second time in two weeks,…

Tourism

Gritty Brits: Brexit woes won’t stop 2019 holiday plans

Tian Tolentino Feb 28, 2019

A survey of more than 1,400 Brits has shown that the majority are not going to let Brexit uncertainty stop their holiday plans in 2019. 

Travel Agents

Future-proof your business when Gen Z takes over

Kristin Mariano Feb 26, 2019

Kids born in the year 2000 will turn 19 this year entering university or working on their first job. Generation Z is the generation that follows Millennials, born in the late ’90s and early…

Hotels

Hotel hashtags: Top 26 hotels dominating Instagram

Tian Tolentino Feb 12, 2019

In a comprehensive, travel company Destination2 has analysed data to reveal the top 26 hotel-related hashtags across the social sphere.

HR & Careers

HR trends to watch in 2019

Kim Kalanon Feb 7, 2019

People are the backbone of the hospitality industry. Accounting for 10.4% of global GDP, travel and tourism is one of the world’s largest economic sectors. The industry employs almost…

HR & Careers

Building a team is just like baking a cake

Kim Kalanon Feb 6, 2019

Take a strong vision, add a dash of passion and a sprinkling of fun, then top it all off with thoughtful leadership. The recipe for a well-functioning team is simple, yet effective. Get the…

Cruise

Cruise news: Job of the year, AI cruise assistant and more

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Feb 6, 2019

From sustainability to technology, the Cruise world is leaving no stone unturned to keep up in the competitive world of travel and tourism. This week we have the most coveted cruise job of…

Airlines and Aviation

Aviation round up: 20 years of Oneworld and the pride of Ethiopia

Alastair Newport Feb 5, 2019

The first few days of February have seen a flurry of announcements hit the TD inbox, including digital transformations, re purposed aircraft and, of course a couple of new destinations.

Hotels

How The Grand, York raised 130% more revenue from Chinese guests

Tian Tolentino Feb 5, 2019

The Grand, York, recognised an opportunity within the Chinese market and developed a host of tactics to help welcome Chinese guests.

Hotels

“We are a local company”: RedDoorz CEO

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Feb 1, 2019

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…

Hotels

“Nothing replaces the human factor”: GM of The Westin KL

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Feb 1, 2019

The Westin KL's new GM talks about patience, communication and the value of movement in a career.

Tourism

The Greek Phenomenon: Marketing Greece CEO highlights tourism success

Tian Tolentino Jan 25, 2019

Marketing Greece CEO Ioanna Dretta, explains the factors behind Greek's tourism success, along with the group's latest plans and strategies.

Special Reports

“Avoid humans at all cost”: Sabre predicts consumer trends in 2019

Tian Tolentino Jan 24, 2019

Tech provider to the travel industry, Sabre, along with consumer trends and insights firm, TrendWatching, have predicted the top consumer trends this year.

Travel Agents

Ten out of ten: UK’s top destinations of the last decade

Kristin Mariano Jan 14, 2019

On The Go Tours has analysed data from the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) 2018 Tourism Highlights Report and crunched the numbers from the last decade to decipher the…

HR & Careers

“Culture is the key” says Amadeus’ HR mandarin

Alastair Newport Jan 14, 2019

With employees always on the lookout for new opportunities to develop their life experiences as much as their career, the responsibility of human resources to find, develop and retain a…

Road

King of the road: USA hailed as road trip capital of the world

Tian Tolentino Jan 11, 2019

The USA’s Route 66 has been named as the most Instagram-worthy road trip in the world, according to a study commissioned by Hertz in the UK.

Travel Agents

Gen Z’s carpe diem attitude drives adventures close to home

Kristin Mariano Jan 9, 2019

2019 looks set to be a year for ‘living in the moment’ for Generation Z. The youngest generation is planning to take more short breaks in the UK and Europe in 2019 than last year, according…

Hotels

No more balloon drop: Luxury hotel ends year with a PR crisis

Kristin Mariano Jan 2, 2019

Days before the end of 2018, luxury hotel Okada Manila faced a PR problem for its New Year’s Eve event.

Global

20 trend reports in 1: What travel will look like in 2019

Kristin Mariano Dec 31, 2018

Flooded with trend reports at the end of the year? TD has a special New Year's gift-- the lord of all trends reports to keep you on top of your game in 2019.

Global

Hotel channel managers: Key providers and how to choose one

Altexsoft Team Dec 30, 2018

In one Hotel Hell episode, lodge guests had to search for a front desk employee by themselves. Eventually, a bartender checked them in with a pen and notebook… 

Travel Agents

Premier Holidays launches agent incentive campaign for 2019

Tian Tolentino Dec 24, 2018

Premier Holidays has announced its peak incentive campaign, giving away a selection of bumper prizes between 2 January and 28 February 2019.

Startups

A smarter way to site-see: Now offered by Vidi Guides

Kristin Mariano Dec 18, 2018

75% of Millennials rely on Wikipedia or Google as their source of information, but these are not designed for sightseeing. So how does one filter the information especially while in a new…

Global

Founders and CEOs share their tips for finding the right team members

Kristin Mariano Dec 14, 2018

For the past year, I have spoken with founders and CEOs of various travel companies on how to find the right team members.

Tourism

#MyVietnam: Vietnam Tourism puts locals in the picture

Alastair Newport Dec 11, 2018

Vietnam Tourism has announced the launch of a new competition for locals to show off the best parts of their home cities to international visitors, dubbed #MyVietnam.

Technology

“Better tech, faster speeds and new revenue streams”: The future of inflight connectivity

Alastair Newport Dec 11, 2018

The future passenger experience will be complemented by better tech, faster speeds and new revenue streams for airlines, writes Ben Griffin, Inmarsat's vice president for aviation in the MEA…

Technology

In travel tech this week: THAI, Babbel, Hahn Air and more

Kristin Mariano Dec 6, 2018

Latest technologies are continuously transforming the travel industry. This week, airlines and airports turn to technology to improve their services, a language app that dives into travel,…

Startups

G Adventures acquires UK-based youth travel specialist, TruTravels

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Dec 6, 2018

G Adventures, a small group adventure travel operator offering more than 700 tours in 100 countries, announced the acquisition of UK-based youth travel specialist, TruTravels.

Hotels

What it takes to be a next-gen hospitality professional

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Nov 28, 2018

An alumnus of the Institute of Hotel Management, Goa, Sachin Shet has spent over 18 years in the luxury hotel space. He shares tips on the growing hospitality jobs and what it takes.

Tourism

Dolce & Gabbana doomed in China: What travel companies can learn from this

Kristin Mariano Nov 23, 2018

Luxury brand Dolce & Gabbana vanished in China in an instant amid a growing backlash against the brand’s latest ad campaign.

Hotels

Envoy by Four Seasons invites passionate travellers and content creators

Kristin Mariano Nov 23, 2018

Luxury hospitality company Four Seasons knew the importance of great and engaging content by launching Envoy by Four Seasons, which is a new program to engage creative storytellers and…

Hotels

“Independents are the true pioneers of the future in travel”: Preferred Hotels’ MD

Alastair Newport Nov 15, 2018

Last week in the first part of my interview with Josephine Lim – MD of Preferred Hotels in Southeast Asia -- we discussed what it takes to become a member of the prestigious group and its…

Technology

TripAdvisor vies to be your new Facebook for travel

Kristin Mariano Nov 14, 2018

TripAdvisor has launched its new website to inspire users to book their next travel. On its brand new social platform, users can discover useful content – travel tips and recommendation from…

Technology

Where pawns become queens: 5 underrated Asian markets

Kristin Mariano Nov 5, 2018

Asia and the Pacific is a massive market and a fertile ground for travel start-ups.

OTAs & Tour Operators

The rise of the crazy rich, six-parent Chinese traveller

Kristin Mariano Oct 30, 2018

If your business is still getting the bus loads of typical Chinese travellers, you could be attracting the wrong crowd. There is a new breed of Chinese travellers that are roaming the globe…

Hospitality

Hospitality management university EHL invests in Boost mobile learning

Tian Tolentino Oct 22, 2018

Boost, a mobile learning solutions provider for the hospitality industry, has announced a partnership with École Hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL).

Hospitality

DayBreakHotels CEO Simon Botto on making luxury hotels “more accessible”

Kristin Mariano Oct 18, 2018

DayBreakHotels makes it possible for guests to enjoy lavish rooms, spas, swimming pools, and other amenities for a ‘day break’ instead of booking an overnight stay.

Global

New kids on the blockchain: TD gets the lowdown on Keyocoin with CEO, Matt Baer

Simon Willmore Oct 17, 2018

For this week's podcast I spoke to the CEO and founder of Keyocoin Matt Baer, about making a real-world application for blockchain, solving the difficulties of the fragmented nature of the…

Global

Gram-busters: Tourism trends for 2019

Alastair Newport Oct 16, 2018

With travel trends constantly in flux recent habits have seen tourists swapping their sun loungers and beach beds for city breaks as well as the now ubiquitous adrenaline fuelled experience.…

Technology

How tech can solve your hospitality HR problems

Adrian Tan Oct 16, 2018

By Adrian Tan, co-founder of The Resource Group.

UK

Travellers need mobile phones to relax on holiday – 50% of over 55s use Facebook while abroad

Tian Tolentino Oct 15, 2018

Riviera Travel has revealed that Brit adults feel the need to check their phones three to four times a day during their holiday.

MICE

Expect more MICE in 2019: Here’s how you can get a piece of the pie

Kristin Mariano Oct 2, 2018

Business travel has grown exponentially in the recent years and along with it is the increase in number and size of corporate meetings and events. This has become a huge opportunity for…

Hotels

Best Western introduces new pair of boutique brands

Kristin Mariano Sep 27, 2018

Best Western Hotels & Resorts has unveiled a new pair of boutique brands – Sadie and Aiden Hotels.

Tourism

Celebrating tourism in the digital age for World Tourism Day

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Sep 26, 2018

Technology influences how we connect and inform ourselves. It has encouraged innovation and made the world a smaller, well-connected place.This has trickled and made its way across sectors,…

Hotels

Performance-enhancing AI and data science in hospitality

Altexsoft Team Sep 20, 2018

One hotel provides facial recognition check-in and a chatbot that answers your questions in a couple of seconds, while the latter has only comfortable rooms to offer. What hotel would you…

Tourism

Collateral damage: Tourism industry jolts as natural disasters strike Asia

Kristin Mariano Sep 19, 2018

For the past 25 years, global tourism has been in full upswing. People are travelling more than ever leaving no stone unturned, but one thing that can stop us in our track is natural…

Airlines and Aviation

Going Dutch: KLM and Tata celebrate 25 years of innovation

Alastair Newport Sep 19, 2018

Dutch airline KLM and tech partner Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) marked the quarter century of doing business together this week.

Food & Drink

The Westin Grande Sukhumvit, Bangkok hosts Food Photography Workshop

Tian Tolentino Sep 17, 2018

As a gesture to its B2B customers in the Rewarding Events Loyalty programme, The Westin Grande Sukhumvit, Bangkok has hosted an exclusive Food Photography Workshop.

Interviews

The Gay Passport CEO: Reaching out to new market segments

Tian Tolentino Sep 4, 2018

We speak to Calum Evans, CEO and founder of Gay Passport, a gay influencer agency that allows hotels to gain exposure in gay audiences by providing quality vetted visit proposals from…

Hospitality

Why hotels in China should strengthen their online bookings

Kristin Mariano Aug 31, 2018

Hotels in China should pay more attention to their online hotel bookings as China’s online hotel reservation industry maintains speedy growth with monthly active users (MAU) reaching 91.09…

Global

“Technology will never take away the need for personal interaction”: Kylie Hogan

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Aug 29, 2018

Hotel manager Kylie Hogan sheds a thought or two on technology, hospitality and all things ''smart".

Cruise

#ChooseCruise: CLIA launches global campaign

Tian Tolentino Aug 29, 2018

CLIA has announced a global campaign, #ChooseCruise, scheduled to run throughout September in the UK and globally throughout October.

Technology

“Travelling has never been as hassle-free” says Klook COO, after highest-ever funding round

Kristin Mariano Aug 21, 2018

After closing USD 200 million Series D funding, Klook has become the most-funded company in the tours and activities sector. The new unicorn company now has the ammunition to expand…

Podcasts

Cross-border selling to and from China: Larry You, Westwin

Brett Henry Aug 20, 2018

For this week's podcast, I caught up with Larry You, the marketing manager of Westwin for overseas businesses.

Tourism

YouGov: Married Indians travel more than singles

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Aug 16, 2018

Despite the bad exchange rates, people in India are still looking forward to a holiday. A new YouGov study reveals around a third of Indians take a vacation every year. 

Consumer

Chinese millennials’ travel expenditure increases by 80% YoY

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Aug 15, 2018

A recent Hotels.com research has revealed startling facts about Chinese millennials born after 1990 and their travel habits.

Global

German Tourism push fun in the sun with ‘German Summer Cities’

Alastair Newport Aug 15, 2018

The German National Tourist Board (GNTB) has announced details for its new, hopefully, viral marketing campaign called German Summer Cities.

Tourism

UK travellers want exotic adventures but not off the grid

Kristin Mariano Aug 13, 2018

Brits are hungry for exotic adventures as long as they remain connected to the internet.

Podcasts

Capturing luxury Chinese travellers: We talk to Anita Chan, CEO of Compass Edge

Brett Henry Aug 6, 2018

Anita Chan, the CEO of Compass Edge, warned me that "the China that you understand is not the real China".

Corporate & Business

The plight of the corporate traveller – in 2023

Kristin Mariano Jul 25, 2018

In 2023, Millennials and Gen Z comprise more than 60% of the workforce and they will dictate corporate travel trends in the next five years.

Attractions

KKday – a tour company of millennials for millennials

Kristin Mariano Jul 24, 2018

If there is Booking.com for hotels and Skyscanner for flights, there is KKday for tours and activities. KKday avoids “one-size-fits-all” tours and targets younger travellers.

Tourism Boards

Hong Kong taps Wego to attract travellers from Southeast Asia

Tian Tolentino Jul 23, 2018

The Hong Kong Tourism Board has partnered with travel marketplace platform, Wego, to promote Hong Kong as a ‘Soul Cool’ summer destination.