Hospitality

Al Habtoor Palace ranks #1 on Tripadvisor for Unmatched Luxury and Hospitality

Kanchan Nath Sep 16, 2024

Al Habtoor Palace, a part of Al Habtoor City Hotel Collection Dubai, recently ranked #1 on Online Travel Aggregator (OTA) Tripadvisor on the back of the exceptional reviews and tributes…

Global

Turkish Tourism Board partners with Tripadvisor for a film screening

Kanchan Nath Aug 26, 2024

The Turkish Tourism Board, in partnership with Tripadvisor, held a screening for their first episode of The Wanderer’s second season on 9 and 10 August.

Reports

TripAdvisor Data reveals France’s best international eateries for visiting football fans

Kanchan Nath Jun 27, 2024

The travel experts at European Waterways analysed nearly 100,000 TripAdvisor restaurant reviews from popular tourist destinations throughout the UK and Europe, ranking cuisines by the…

Awards

Celebrating Excellence: Rasa Hospitality Resorts shine in TripAdvisor’s Top 10%

Kanchan Nath May 20, 2024

We're thrilled to announce the prestigious recognition bestowed upon Buri Rasa Village Samui, Buri Rasa Village Phangan, and Pai Village Boutique Resort by TripAdvisor, placing them in the…

Tourism Boards

Palawan gets nod as World Top Trending Destination in 2024 by Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best

Kanchan Nath Jan 16, 2024

One of the country’s crown jewels, Palawan, bags another prestigious accolade, this time as one of the Trending Destinations in the World for 2024 on Tripadvisor, the world’s largest travel…

Awards

ONYX Hospitality Group’s OZO Phuket receives Award from Tripadvisor

Kanchan Nath Jun 13, 2023

ONYX Hospitality Group is excited to announce that OZO Phuket has been recognised by Tripadvisor as a 2023 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best award winner, ranking 16 out of 25 for…

Awards

The Slate Phuket voted amongst TripAdvisor’s prestigious best of the best out of the ordinary hotels list

Kanchan Nath Jun 1, 2023

The Slate Phuket is the only hotel in Thailand to be named amongst TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Out of the Ordinary hotels, a title given to only the top 1% of the 8…

Awards

Grove of Narberth awarded the ‘UK’s Best Small Hotel’ by Tripadvisor

Kanchan Nath May 28, 2023

Independent country house hotel and PoB member, Grove of Narberth in Pembrokeshire, is delighted and proud to share the news that it has been awarded the UK’s Best Small Hotel by Tripadvisor…

Awards

Tripadvisor reveals top-rated hotels in 2023 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards 

Kanchan Nath May 26, 2023

Tripadvisor announced the winners of its 2023 Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best Hotel Awards. In its 21st edition, the awards align with the kick off of the summer travel season, providing…

Special Reports

Tripadvisor releases Seasonal Travel Index Results (June – August 2023)

Kanchan Nath May 11, 2023

Tripadvisor, the world's largest travel guidance platform, releases its latest Seasonal Travel Index, providing an outlook for global travel patterns and demand over the next three months.

Food & Drink

Thai Izakaya “Praça” at The Standard, Hua Hin wins the best Hua Hin Restaurant title on TripAdvisor

Chris Head Mar 27, 2023

Named the best hotel in Southeast Asia by Travel + Leisure in 2022 and making a splash on Condé Nast Traveler’s “Hot List” the same year, The Standard, Hua Hin adds another feather to its…

Reports

Unpacking all the good in 2022 with Tripadvisor’s Review

Kanchan Nath Dec 14, 2022

With borders open and flight routes reinstated (almost) all over the world, this year will forever be known as the great travel reboot

Appointments

John Boris appointed Tripadvisor’s CMO

Kanchan Nath Nov 17, 2022

Tripadvisor, the world’s largest travel guidance platform, announced the appointment of tech, travel and hospitality veteran, John Boris, as its chief marketing officer.

Reports

84% of Singaporeans planning a year-end vacation: Tripadvisor

Kanchan Nath Nov 16, 2022

Tripadvisor’s Seasonal Travel Index shows that Singaporeans are ever-so eager to get away, with more than three-quarters (84%) set to travel between December 2022 and February 2023. 

Turkey

Tripadvisor pilots ‘The Wanderer’ on Prime Video

Kanchan Nath Oct 21, 2022

 Tripadvisor announces the launch of The Wanderer, a franchised limited series, now available through Prime Video in multiple markets including the U.S. and U.K.

OTAs & Tour Operators

Tripadvisor launches new self-service advertising tool

Kristin Mariano May 20, 2022

Tripadvisor has launched Tripadvisor AdExpress, rebranding and adding new features to its popular self-service tool, previously named Tripadvisor Media Manager.

Matt Goldberg becomes new CEO of Tripadvisor

Megha Paul May 9, 2022

Tripadvisor has announced that Matt Goldberg has been named its Chief Executive Officer, succeeding co-founder and long-time CEO, Stephen Kaufer

Tourism

TripAdvisor says ‘Be kind, write a review’

Megha Paul Apr 28, 2022

Tripadvisor is calling all travellers to brush up on their typing skills and get ready to turn their memories into invaluable guidance in the form of a review

Tripadvisor Names The World’s Best Beaches

Joe Cusmano Mar 4, 2022

According to Tripadvisor users, the best beach in the world for 2022 is, not unexpectedly, located in the Caribbean, where four of this year’s top 10 beaches are located.

OTAs & Tour Operators

2022 is the year of the travel rebound – Tripadvisor report

Kristin Mariano Jan 12, 2022

Tripadvisor, in partnership with Ipsos MORI, publishes a new report, “Travel in 2022: A Look Ahead”.

Tripadvisor CEO set to retire in 2022, search for successor is on

Megha Paul Nov 11, 2021

Tripadvisor has announced the company's co-founder and long-time CEO, Stephen Kaufer, will step down from his position at Tripadvisor in 2022

Technology

Tripadvisor unveils new app as summer travel rebounds

Kristin Mariano Jun 30, 2021

Tripadvisor has unveiled a newly refreshed mobile app for iOS and Android users, just in time for the summer travel rebound happening across the globe. The new app aims to make us all travel…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Vaccinations driving surge in UK tourism demand – Tripadvisor

Kristin Mariano Jun 10, 2021

Tripadvisor has revealed that vaccine rollouts globally are driving increasing demand for summer holidays, with vaccinated travellers more likely to stay longer and spend more on their trips…

Technology

Tripadvisor launches live sentiment dashboard to support global tourism recovery

Kristin Mariano Feb 26, 2021

Tripadvisor has announced the arrival of a live data intelligence dashboard available to destination marketing organisations (DMOs), powered by Tourism Sentiment Index.

OTAs & Tour Operators

“Alexa, Explore Abu Dhabi”: Tripadvisor launches virtual voice tour

Kristin Mariano Feb 1, 2021

Alexa customers in the UK will be able to say “Alexa, Explore Abu Dhabi” and be taken on an immersive voice tour of the destination.

Tourism Boards

Abu Dhabi partners with Tripadvisor in new campaign to drive traveller inspiration

Kristin Mariano Sep 16, 2020

Tripadvisor has launched Tripadvisor Navigator, a proprietary first-party data platform delivering audience targeting, insights, and performance reporting.

Technology

Tripadvisor’s ‘Travel Safe’ Tools highlights health and safety protocols

Kristin Mariano Jun 25, 2020

Tripadvisor has launched a new suite of “Travel Safe” tools to help consumers find, filter for, and validate health and safety information to feel more confident with their future travel…

United States

TripAdvisor lets go of 900 employees

Kristin Mariano May 1, 2020

TripAdvisor CEO and co-founder Stephen Kaufer has announced that the company is reducing its workforce due to the effects of COVID-19 pandemic, which has largely affected the travel industry

UK

TripAdvisor’s Hotels for Health bridges NHS and hotels at this time of crisis

Kristin Mariano Apr 27, 2020

Tripadvisor has launched Hotels for Health, a programme to connect NHS trusts with hotels who can supply rooms in this time of need.

Technology

Tripadvisor launches new features to help restaurants during COVID-19 crisis

Kristin Mariano Apr 14, 2020

Tripadvisor has launched the first of several initiatives to provide immediate economic support to our local communities, enabling diners and travellers to assist in the long term recovery…

Features

Top 10 most booked attractions on Tripadvisor

Kristin Mariano Dec 18, 2019

Here are TripAdvisor’s most booked attractions in the world for 2019, and tour suggestions for your next trip:

Technology

TripAdvisor’s TheFork acquires Michelin’s Bookatable under strategic partnership

Kristin Mariano Dec 4, 2019

Michelin and TripAdvisor have entered into content and licensing partnership, combining the gastronomic expertise of the Michelin Guide with the power of TripAdvisor’s large customer…

Technology

Too trippy: Mega collaboration sees the introduction of TripAdvisor China

Alastair Newport Nov 7, 2019

Trip.com and TripAdvisor have released news that the two online giants have come together in a strategic partnership which they hope will push the brands' global presence even further, by…

Technology

MakeMyTrip inks pact with TripAdvisor

Megha Paul Oct 11, 2019

MakeMyTrip has signed an agreement with travel platform major TripAdvisor to offer choices for local experiences at international destinations to outbound Indian tourists. Travellers…

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…

TripAdvisor takes steps to free the whales

Megha Paul Oct 4, 2019

TripAdvisor will no longer sell tickets for attractions that continue to contribute to the captivity of future generations of cetaceans (whales, dolphins and porpoises), according to a…

Harry’s game: Duke of Sussex launches new Booking.com, Ctrip & TripAdvisor collaboration

Alastair Newport Sep 4, 2019

The Duke of Sussex has announced a new global partnership aimed at improving conservation, environmental protection and expanding local community economic development by encouraging…

Technology

TripAdvisor introduces new sponsored content experience

Megha Paul Jul 31, 2019

TripAdvisor has announced a new sponsorship opportunity exclusively for tourism organisations intent on driving increased engagement of their content within the newly revamped…

Technology

TripAdvisor: How reviews impact bookings

Alastair Newport Jul 16, 2019

TripAdvisor has unveiled the results of new research looking into how significantly reviews influence booking decisions. The global study, conducted in partnership with Ipsos MORI, polled…

Technology

Chinese tourism in UK up by 133% – TripAdvisor

Kristin Mariano Jul 9, 2019

A new travel trends study by TripAdvisor reveals that travellers from China are on the rise, and show no sign of slowing when it comes to visiting the UK.

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…

Hospitality

TripAdvisor highlights its Experiences business in new TV ads

Tian Tolentino Oct 10, 2018

TripAdvisor has launched a new TV ad campaign across the US, starring the platform’s spokes-owl Little Wiser.

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

A look into TripAdvisor’s Refugee Youth Summer Academy trip to Ellis Island

Tian Tolentino Aug 7, 2018

TripAdvisor and the International Rescue Committee (IRC) launched the Welcome Home campaign, designed to provide refugees with opportunities to explore and start a new life.

Technology

TripAdvisor launches machine learning tech to auto-select primary photos

Tian Tolentino Aug 2, 2018

TripAdvisor has launched a new feature for primary property photos, which uses machine learning to auto select high-performing images for accommodation listings.

Global

TripAdvisor reinvestment pushes Eatigo total to $25 million

Alastair Newport Jul 16, 2018

Following its launch in the Thai capital Bangkok in 2014, restaurant reservations and discount app Eatigo has announced that it has received further funding from original investor…

Technology

TripAdvisor enhances Sponsored Placements with new performance analytics

Tian Tolentino Jul 4, 2018

TripAdvisor has launched a new ads performance reporting for Sponsored Placements along with new enhancements to the Business Advantage solution.

Technology

Sponsored Placements will give your hotel top ranking on TripAdvisor – for a price

Tian Tolentino Apr 4, 2018

Good news for hoteliers but perhaps bad news for impartiality today as TripAdvisor has launched Sponsored Placements - an advertising solution that helps accommodation businesses reach the…

Tourism

When in Rome – take the best tour on Earth, guaranteed by TripAdvisor

Tian Tolentino Mar 21, 2018

Every time we book a tour somewhere, all we can do is cross our fingers and hope for an amazing experience. But with TripAdvisor’s 2018 Travel Trends Report, we now know the best tour in the…

Hotels

The most romantic hotels in the world according to TripAdvisor reviews

Tian Tolentino Feb 12, 2018

Romance is in the air and we're giving you a list of the most romantic hotels in the world according to reviews from TripAdvisor.

OTAs & Tour Operators

TripAdvisor’s Viator launches travel agent booking programme

Jill Sayles Oct 3, 2017 16

TripAdvisor’s Viator has announced the launch of its Travel Agent Programme (TAP), a new booking platform created for travel agents.  Agents can now book directly through Viator, gaining…

Tourism

TripAdvisor reveals surging Chinese demand for Thailand travel

Mark Elliott Aug 22, 2017

A new report from TripAdvisor has revealed that Chinese interest in travel to Thailand continues to soar, building on already strong visitor arrivals. China was found to be the…

Technology

TripAdvisor delivers food to hungry travellers

Mark Elliott Jul 11, 2017

TripAdvisor has partnered with Deliveroo, the food delivery service, to allow its users to place orders with restaurants and have meals delivered to their accommodation. Integrating…

Technology

TripAdvisor showcases Thai shopping malls to Chinese travellers

Mark Elliott Jul 6, 2017

TripAdvisor has launched a new initiative designed to target Chinese outbound travellers' demand for retail therapy in Thailand. Under the new scheme, the travel review site has…

Technology

TripAdvisor creates “Storyboard” photo feature for hoteliers

Mark Elliott Jun 21, 2017

TripAdvisor has introduced a new photo tool that aims to allow accommodation providers to combine their best images with their top reviews. The new “Storyboard” feature replaces static…

Airlines and Aviation

TripAdvisor reveals India’s highest-rated airlines

Mark Elliott Apr 16, 2017

TripAdvisor has released the results of its first ever "Travelers' Choice" awards for airlines, with Jet Airways and IndiGo proving the most popular Indian carriers. The results were…

Airlines and Aviation

新加坡航空、泰国微笑航空占TripAdvisor航司排名顶端

Mark Elliott Apr 10, 2017

旅游规划和预订平台TripAdvisor今天公布首届年度“旅行者之选 - 最佳航空公司”（航空公司的旅行者之选奖）的得奖名单，熟悉的新加坡航空，泰国微笑航空，日本航空和国泰航空皆入选亚太区最佳航空公司前10名，世界10大航空公司则包括阿联酋，韩国航空等。…

Airlines and Aviation

UK low-cost airlines honoured at TripAdvisor Awards

Aaron Greenwood Apr 10, 2017

Jet2.com has been named Europe’s Best Regional & Low Cost Airline at the inaugural TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards for airlines.  In addition to Jet2.com, the UK is home to…

Airlines and Aviation

SIA, Thai Smile top TripAdvisor’s airline rankings

Mark Elliott Apr 10, 2017

Singapore Airlines and Thai Smile topped the Asian rankings in TripAdvisor's first ever Travellers' Choice awards for airlines, while Emirates was the world's highest-rated carrier. In…

UK

Cheaper rates ‘good news for UK hotel sector’: TripAdvisor

Aaron Greenwood Feb 28, 2017

TripAdvisor has announced the results of its 2017 Hotel Pricing Report, revealing global accommodation trends based on TripAdvisor hotel booking data. Designed to highlight destinations…

Hotels

TripAdvisor ranks nine Mövenpick properties amongst world’s top one percent

Gemma Greenwood Feb 9, 2017

TripAdvisor has named nine Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts properties among the world’s top one percent in its 15th TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards. Based on reviews and opinions…

Travel Trade Show

ITB Asia 2024 concludes with 45,000 meetings and 18,500 attendees from 85 countries

Kanchan Nath Oct 25, 2024

ITB Asia to expand its Travel Tech Asia cluster next year, providing deeper insights into cutting-edge hotel technology.

Partner content

Here’s why Bali Dynasty Resort is a leader among Bali resorts for families

Mark Glanville Oct 7, 2024

Bali Dynasty Resort is among the best family resorts in Bali, with extensive facilities, activities and room types for families on holiday.

Awards

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

Ana Alejandria Sep 26, 2024

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

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

Travalyst celebrates five-year milestone

Kanchan Nath Sep 26, 2024

Travalyst, the not-for-profit organisation founded by Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex, celebrated its five-year anniversary during Climate Week NYC.

Tourism

World Travel and Tourism Council announces final slate for 24th Global Summit

Marga Manlapig Sep 18, 2024

The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) announced its full line-up for its 24th Global Summit in Perth, Western Australia

Train

Top 10 best luxury train rides across the globe

Kanchan Nath Aug 18, 2024

Travelling by train can be one of the most luxurious ways to uncover a country’s beauty.  Whilst some luxury train journeys promise stunning scenery or gourmet cuisine, each offers their own…

Features

Top ten best-rated tourist destinations of Ireland

Kanchan Nath Aug 13, 2024

New research has uncovered the most-loved Irish tourist spots, based on top Tripadvisor ratings. The data revealed Kilkee Cliff Walk in County Clare as the tourist spot with the highest…

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara announces network-wide freedom sale starting from 9 August 2024

Kanchan Nath Aug 10, 2024

Commemorating India’s 78th Independence Day, Vistara - India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata group and Singapore Airlines,  announced a network-wide ‘Freedom…

Partner content

Go City – Gateway to family adventures in Asia and Australia

Philipp Meier Aug 5, 2024

With its APAC passes, Go City is the gateway to child-friendly experiences. From tours to top attractions in Hong Kong, Sydney, and Singapore, here is how the sightseeing pass company…

Tourism Boards

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

Kanchan Nath Jul 31, 2024

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

Awards

City of Dreams Manila wins two global awards

Marga Manlapig Jul 30, 2024

City of Dreams Manila recently received two international travel awards thanks to the excellence of its amenities and overall customer service.

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…

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…

Insurance

Niagara Falls ranks ninth among safest Canadian tourist spots to visit

Kanchan Nath Jul 22, 2024

Personal injury law firm Preszler Injury Lawyers, collected Tripadvisor review data for the top 50 attractions in Canada to find which are deemed the safest.

Tourism

WTTC announces powerhouse lineup for 24th Global Summit

Kanchan Nath Jul 18, 2024

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has announced its latest round of high-profile speakers for its upcoming Global Summit, featuring top leaders from the world’s leading Travel…

Awards

Arival and TourReview announce 2024 Spotlight Awards finalists

Kanchan Nath Jul 14, 2024

Arival and TourReview are thrilled to announce the finalists for the second annual North American Arival TourReview Spotlight Awards.

Reports

Top LGBTQ+ party destinations for 2024

Kanchan Nath Jul 9, 2024

The Best LGBTQ+ party destination is Madrid, Spain, with 73 gay bars and clubs partying until 6 AM.  Emisil.com conducted research to find out the best LGBTQ+ party destinations for 2024. 

Tourism

Return of Chinese travellers to West: Experts see opportunities but also challenges

Kanchan Nath Jun 25, 2024

Earlier this year a surge of Chinese visitors during the Lunar New Year holiday signalled a thaw after the pandemic's chill. 

Hotels

Sun Siyam Resorts chooses comprehensive technology suite from Sabre Hospitality

Kanchan Nath Jun 20, 2024

Sabre Corporation announced a new agreement with esteemed Maldivian owned and founded hospitality group Sun Siyam Resorts.

Golfing

Pineapple Valley Golf Club Hua Hin hosts top celebrity golf tournament

Kanchan Nath Jun 8, 2024

Famous golf lovers from various social scenes recently came together in Hua Hin for the Pineapple Valley Invitational 2024. 

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara announces network-wide summer sale from 4-7 June 2024

Kanchan Nath Jun 5, 2024

Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata group and Singapore Airlines,  announced a four-day, network-wide (domestic and international) Summer Sale,…

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara enhances in-flight dining menu with regional delicacies 

Kanchan Nath Jun 3, 2024

Vistara, India's finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata Group and Singapore Airlines, has elevated its inflight dining.

OTAs & Tour Operators

Travellers prioritise short haul city breaks: Co-op Holidays

Kanchan Nath May 17, 2024

Short haul city breaks are the most popular form of travel so far this year according to new data from Co-op Holidays, the in-house tour operator of Your Co-op Travel.

Spas & Treatments

The Lux Collective launches inaugural SALT of Palmar Wellness Retreat 

Kanchan Nath May 16, 2024

Elevating The Lux Collective hospitality group’s core DNA of wellbeing, the conscious Mauritian boutique resort - SALT of Palmar has announced the launch of its inaugural five-day wellness…

Features

Top five spots for stargazing and Northern Lights

Kanchan Nath May 14, 2024

Astro tourism is set to be a major travel trend in 2024  Experts are also predicting that 2024 will offer the best Northern Lights viewing in over two decades. 

Hospitality

The Black Dog Pub overtakes Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge and London Eye

Kanchan Nath May 1, 2024

The Black Dog pub in London shoots to stardom after Taylor Swift presumably mentions it on her new album.

Hospitality

Kanha Jungle Camp secures spot among India’s Top 25 small hotels once again

Kanchan Nath May 1, 2024

Kanha Jungle Camp has yet again made it to Tripadvisor’s Travelers' Choice Awards list of the ‘Top 25 small hotels in India’.

Technology

Cendyn’s World Tour kicks off in New York

Kanchan Nath Apr 25, 2024

The Cendyn World Tour kicked off in New York City, Tuesday 23rd April, as part of a ten-date globetrotting adventure of innovation, connection, and industry transformation with leading…

Reports

Rethinking wellness travel: the rise of active well-being

Kanchan Nath Apr 25, 2024

Based on a deep dive into the main demand drivers of wellness travel, Mabrian, world leader in travel intelligence, traces back the evolution of this segment and its key drivers.

Tourism

UK’s top 20 most popular travel and tourism websites in 2023 

Kanchan Nath Apr 23, 2024

A new study has revealed that Tripadvisor was the most popular travel and tourism website across the UK in 2023.

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

Leading technology and travel brands come together to address sustainable tourism

Kanchan Nath Apr 19, 2024

Travalyst, the not-for-profit organisation founded by Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex, kicked off its annual convening on 16 April in the South of France.

Hospitality

Hotelbeds expands its offering through strategic partnership with TH Resorts

Kanchan Nath Apr 5, 2024

Hotelbeds, part of HBX Group, has unveiled its latest collaboration, joining forces with TH Resorts, a prominent hospitality chain in Italy.

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara inaugurates non-stop flights between Mumbai and Paris

Kanchan Nath Apr 1, 2024

Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata group and Singapore Airlines, inaugurated non-stop, 5x weekly flights between Mumbai and Paris.

Features

Top ten US beaches to visit this spring 

Kanchan Nath Mar 29, 2024

A new ranking, created by travel experts at DIVEIN Travel, scored each beach based on their performance across TripAdvisor reviews, hotel prices and availability, parking availability, drink…

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara upgrades the experience on Delhi-Bali route with its state-of-the-art Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

Kanchan Nath Mar 28, 2024

Encouraged by strong demand on the route and anticipated uptick in the upcoming summer season, Vistara - India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata group and…

Features

London Reigns Supreme: Europe’s Top City for Foodies Unveiled

Kanchan Nath Mar 14, 2024

A new study reveals that London is the best city in Europe for foodies, with a total of 2,906 5-star reviews for restaurants, cafés, bars and pubs.

Features

Top ten cities for the vegan foodie travel bucket list for 2024

Kanchan Nath Mar 11, 2024

Vegan food lovers can often feel restricted from travelling to all the places on their bucket list due to the limited options for plant-based food. 

MICE

TourReview ranks Germany as the number 10 top European destination

Kanchan Nath Mar 4, 2024

Ahead of Arival and ITB Berlin next week, TourReview – the technology-driven travel review platform for the tours and activities sector – unveils Germany as the number ten ranked destination…

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.

Technology

Sabre and Mastercard join the Travalyst coalition 

Kanchan Nath Mar 1, 2024

Sabre Corporation and Mastercard join other leading travel and technology  brands in the Travalyst coalition including Amadeus, Booking.com, Expedia Group, Google,  Skyscanner, Travelport,…

Airlines and Aviation

Club Vistara announces its annual ‘Points Fest 2024’

Kanchan Nath Feb 23, 2024

Club Vistara, the award-winning loyalty program of Vistara, today announced one of its biggest annual campaigns - Points Fest 2024, across its Bank/Hotel Point Transfer Partners.

Features

Top twenty travel and tourism websites in 2023 in the UK

Kanchan Nath Feb 19, 2024

A new study has revealed that Tripadvisor was the most popular travel and tourism website across the UK in 2023. 

MICE

Vibrations Festival returns to The Slate Phuket on 16th March

Kanchan Nath Feb 14, 2024

The popular Vibrations Festival is returning to The Slate Phuket for another weekend of immersive entertainment and feasting that brings the spirit of Jamaica to life.

Features

Impending North America total solar eclipse presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for travel trade

Kanchan Nath Feb 13, 2024

On April 8 this year a total solar eclipse 115 miles across will pass over Mexico, the United States and Canada, and the sky will temporarily darken as if it were night-time. 

Global

The top 10 UK cities with the most hidden gem attractions

Kanchan Nath Feb 13, 2024

The travel experts at Bounce have analysed TripAdvisor reviews and Google search data, to reveal the cities across the UK with the most hidden gem attractions. 

Tourism

Dubai welcomes record-breaking number of visitors in 2023

Kanchan Nath Feb 12, 2024

The city welcomed a record 17.15 million international tourists in 2023, the most visitors the city has encountered to date, with 7% of these visitors arriving from the Americas.

Global

The best-hosting cities in Germany to attend a Euros game, according to new research 

Kanchan Nath Feb 2, 2024

The 2024 Euros are just around the corner, and with summer fast approaching, many people across Europe will be supporting their country’s squad in Germany.

Features

The world’s top ten cities for food lovers! 

Kanchan Nath Jan 31, 2024

Titan Travel have released a ranking of the 10 best foodie destinations for 2024 by analysing Tripadvisor cuisine data, dietary variety and Michelin-star ratings.

Features

Top US States competing for the title of Nightlife City

Kanchan Nath Jan 29, 2024

A study conducted by BlackoutVapors.com identified the best US States for nightlife. Tripadvisor and Yelp were used to provide information on the number of nightlife establishments,…

Features

Top 10 most beautiful rewilding projects in the UK

Kanchan Nath Jan 27, 2024

A new study has revealed the most beautiful rewilding projects in the UK according to visitor reviews, and Mar Lodge, situated in the Cairngorms National Park, takes the top spot!

Features

Top ten Spain’s best-rated travel destinations in 2023: TourReview  

Kanchan Nath Jan 23, 2024

Ahead of FITUR, TourReview, the technology-driven travel review platform for the tours and activities sector, has released its findings on Spain's tourism landscape in 2023.

Features

Top ten best American theme parks to visit in 2024

Kanchan Nath Jan 12, 2024

The research conducted by Westgate Palace Hotel at Universal analysed every amusement park located in the United States based on three key factors: Instagram hashtags, monthly Google search…

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara celebrates ninth anniversary with a network-wide sale from 9 – 11 January 2024

Kanchan Nath Jan 11, 2024

 Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata Group and Singapore Airlines, today, announced a network-wide (domestic and international), Anniversary Special…

Features

Top 10 capital cities in Europe for weekend getaways

Kanchan Nath Jan 9, 2024

London, Prague and Sofia are the top European capitals for weekend getaways this year, a new report has found. Britain’s capital also has the best-rated nightlife.

Features

The top 10 cities in Europe for foodies

Kanchan Nath Jan 5, 2024

 Women-only tour company Solo Female Travelers Tours analysed data from TripAdvisor, including the number of restaurants offering local cuisine, Michelin-star establishments, and vegetarian…

Global

Top ten most beautiful aquariums to visit in America in 2024

Kanchan Nath Jan 4, 2024

A new study has ranked Belle Isle Aquarium in Detroit, MI, as America’s most beautiful aquarium for 2024.

Features

Top five European cities to spend New Year’s Eve

Kanchan Nath Dec 28, 2023

Budapest has been named as the top choice for spending New Year’s Eve 2023 in Europe, according to a new study.

Features

Top ten UK’s best ice-skating rinks 

Kanchan Nath Dec 26, 2023

A brand-new index study released by British gaming site Amazonslots.com reveals the UK’s best and worst ice rinks.

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara strengthens international connectivity from Mumbai

Kanchan Nath Dec 24, 2023

Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, will boost international connectivity from Mumbai by increasing frequencies to two…

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara welcomes its 50th A320neo

Kanchan Nath Dec 19, 2023

Vistara, India's finest full-service carrier and a joint venture between the Tata group and Singapore Airlines, today, welcomed its 50th Airbus A320neo to its young, modern fleet.

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara inaugurates non-stop flights between Mumbai and Doha

Kanchan Nath Dec 18, 2023

Vistara, India's finest full-service carrier and a joint venture between the Tata group and Singapore Airlines, inaugurated direct 4x weekly flights between Mumbai and Doha.

Features

Top ten world’s cities for food lovers, this Christmas 

Kanchan Nath Dec 11, 2023

The experts at Titan Travel have analysed restaurant variety, Tripadvisor cuisine data and Michelin-star ratings to determine the ideal food lovers’ destinations, perfect for a festive…

Global

The top 10 cities in Europe for foodies, according to new research 

Kanchan Nath Dec 8, 2023

New research has discovered the top 10 cities in Europe for foodies, with Paris taking the top spot. 

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara commences daily direct services between Delhi and Bali

Kanchan Nath Dec 6, 2023

Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata group and Singapore Airlines, inaugurated daily, non-stop flights between Delhi and Bali.

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara starts direct flights between Mumbai and Doha from 15 December 2023

Kanchan Nath Dec 4, 2023

Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, announced the addition of Doha (Qatar), its 50th destination, to its growing network.

Sports Tourism

Crystal Ski Holidays launches ‘Summit Collection’ label

Kanchan Nath Dec 4, 2023

Crystal Ski Holidays, the UK’s leading ski tour operator, has announced its ‘Summit Collection’, a curated selection of premium ski accommodation across France, Italy, Austria, Andorra, and…

Technology

Top 5 travel apps worth downloading

Kanchan Nath Nov 30, 2023

Here is a list of 5 best travel apps you must have on phone if you are planning winter vacation. Say goodbye to travel troubles and hello to a hassle-free, enjoyable winter getaway!

Features

Top ten American Aquariums visitors find the most beautiful

Kanchan Nath Nov 29, 2023

A new study has ranked Belle Isle Aquarium in Detroit, MI, as America’s most beautiful aquarium. Aquarium Store Depot analyzed the number of Tripadvisor reviews that contained words such as…

Global

Study reveals best European capitals for bachelor/-ette parties

Kristin Mariano Nov 29, 2023

London, Prague and Sofia are the top European capitals for stag and hen dos, a new report has found. Britain’s capital also has the best-rated nightlife. Skopje in North Macedonia, which…

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara presents ‘Flight To Riverdale’ – a journey back to 1964, in collaboration with Netflix’s ‘The Archies’

Kanchan Nath Nov 27, 2023

Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata group and Singapore Airlines, is thrilled to announce its exclusive collaboration with Netflix for the highly…

Global

Top ten best capitals in Europe to host a stag or hen party

Kanchan Nath Nov 23, 2023

London, Prague and Sofia are the top European capitals for stag and hen dos, a new report has found. Britain’s capital also has the best-rated nightlife.

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara inaugurates direct flights between Mumbai and Frankfurt

Kanchan Nath Nov 17, 2023

Vistara inaugurated non-stop, 6x weekly flights between Mumbai and Frankfurt. The inaugural flight, operated on Vistara’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, commenced from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj…

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. 

Reports

Shiji releases its Q3 2023 Global Guest Experience Benchmark report

Kanchan Nath Nov 15, 2023

The Shiji Global Guest Experience Benchmark report offers detailed insights into guest experience and satisfaction trends, providing hotels with a powerful tool – the Global Review Index…

Tourism

The most romantic winter holiday destinations for your adult-only adventure

Kristin Mariano Nov 13, 2023

Looking for a romantic destination for a perfect adults-only winter getaway? Santorini and Bruges are at the top of the list! The team at Spin Genie UK have analysed a variety of data…

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara announces festive sale across its domestic network

Kanchan Nath Nov 8, 2023

Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata group and Singapore Airlines,  announced a three-day sale across its domestic network for travellers to plan…

Features

Top six European small towns for the winter bucketlist

Kanchan Nath Nov 7, 2023

Travel experts Fred. Olsen deep-dived into thousands of TripAdvisor ratings to discover the best small towns across Europe to put on your winter bucket list. 

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

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…

Tourism

Best cities for a solo trip

Kristin Mariano Oct 31, 2023

Solo travelling is the latest travel trend that is growing exponentially.  As with any travel plan, the destination plays a vital role and requires a lot of thought to determine the best…

Hospitality

Frasers Hospitality marks 25th anniversary milestone with string of travel accolades in 2023

Kanchan Nath Oct 27, 2023

Frasers Hospitality, a strategic business unit of Frasers Property and the global frontrunner in serviced apartments and hotel residences, celebrates an illuminating year with recognition…

Airlines and Aviation

Air Astana takes delivery of eleventh Airbus A321LR

Kanchan Nath Oct 26, 2023

The eleventh eco-friendly Airbus A321LR for Air Astana Group arrived in Almaty  following delivery at the manufacturer’s assembly plant in Hamburg, Germany.

Tourism

The UK’s top hidden haunts for Halloween 2023

Kristin Mariano Oct 25, 2023

It’s October which means one thing - Halloween. As the nation prepares for the ghostly goings-on this year, digital PR agency, Tank has revealed the best hidden haunts around the UK.  The…

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara announces daily non-stop flights between Delhi and Bali

Kanchan Nath Oct 24, 2023

Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines,  announced daily non-stop flights between Delhi and Bali, starting 01 December 2023.

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…

Tourism

The cities home to a haunted castle for Halloween

Kristin Mariano Oct 10, 2023

Halloween is on the horizon, as a result, Ubuy has completed an investigation into the most haunted castles in Europe. They did this by examining reviews and descriptions on TripAdvisor…

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara commences daily, direct flights between Delhi and Maldives

Kanchan Nath Oct 3, 2023

Vistara India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata group and Singapore Airlines,  inaugurated daily, non-stop flights between Delhi and Maldives.

Awards

Arival and TourReview announce finalists for Spotlight Awards

Kanchan Nath Sep 26, 2023

Arival, the global leader in insights and events for the tours and activities industry, and TourReview, an online reputation management platform for operators of tours, activities and…

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara announces direct flights between Mumbai and Frankfurt

Kanchan Nath Sep 25, 2023

Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, announced direct, 6x weekly flights between Mumbai and Frankfurt, starting from 15…

Airports

Top 10 “Airport Restaurants” around the world

Kanchan Nath Sep 19, 2023

New research conducted by travel experts at The Family Vacation Guide, has analysed data found within different rating platforms - such as Google, Tripadvisor and Yelp - to reveal which…

Tourism

Top 10 best beaches for marine life in America

Kristin Mariano Sep 19, 2023

Did you know that September and October are two of the best months to spot marine life in the US? With this in mind, Rightboat has conducted extensive research to create an index on …

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara announces daily non-stop flights between Delhi and Hong Kong from 29 October 2023

Kanchan Nath Sep 18, 2023

Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, announced daily non-stop flights between Delhi and Hong Kong, starting 29 October 2023.

Features

Recent big travel company layoffs could potentially address some wider industry skills shortage issues

Kanchan Nath Sep 1, 2023

Could the redundancies in the big travel companies be good news for the travel tech industry looking to hire? We asked a range of travel experts whether they thought the tables might now…

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara announces Direct Daily Flights between Delhi and Maldives

Kanchan Nath Aug 28, 2023

Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, announced the addition of a new route to its growing international network.

Features

10 “Most Instagrammable” natural wonders of the world

Kanchan Nath Aug 28, 2023

The experts at Titan Travel have looked into the popularity of world-famous natural wonders on Instagram and TikTok, as well as Google and Tripadvisor to reveal which natural wonders of the…

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,…

Features

Top 10 locations where tourists are pushing out locals 

Kanchan Nath Aug 24, 2023

The study from Hey Discount, has analysed popular tourist spots around the UK on factors such as the number of holiday rental properties, the increase in house prices and the estimated time…

Global

Top 12 most popular locations for “proposals” across the world

Kanchan Nath Aug 16, 2023

Growing up, we've all wondered what our dream wedding will look like; from the dress to the ring, there is so much to consider, but have you ever thought about where you may propose or be…

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…

Tourism

Dubai surpasses pre-pandemic international visitation levels in the first half of 2023, with 20% year-on-year growth 

Kanchan Nath Aug 9, 2023

Dubai’s resurgent tourism industry is celebrating a successful first half of 2023, after welcoming a record 8.55 million international overnight visitors, compared to 8.36 million tourists…

IWTA

IWTA speaks with Michelle Gao Booking.com Regional Manager, Mekong region

Michaela Connor Aug 7, 2023

With over 15 years experience in online travel media and online travel agencies, Michelle is now the Regional Manager of Mekong Region, Booking.com based in Bangkok and oversees Thailand,…

Tourism

Top road trip destinations inspired by Barbie

Kristin Mariano Aug 3, 2023

Searches for ‘pink destinations’ have increased by 158% in the past week since the release of the hotly anticipated movie ‘Barbie.’ Similarly, according to research by SIXT, there has been…

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…

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…

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara implements robotic aircraft exterior cleaning

Kanchan Nath Jun 14, 2023

Vistara announced yet another industry-first initiative of implementing Aerowash, an automated aircraft exterior washing and cleaning solution introduced by AeroTech Support Services Pvt.…

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara inaugurates direct connectivity between Mumbai and London

Kanchan Nath Jun 5, 2023

Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, today inaugurated its non-stop, 5x weekly flights between Mumbai and London (London…

Awards

WelcomHeritage Hotels win 17 accolades 

Kanchan Nath Jun 5, 2023

WelcomHeritage Hotels celebrate 17 TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice  2023 awarded to 17 of the brand's boutique hotel collection.

Hotels

ASAI Bangkok Sathorn makes its grand  debut with a weekend block party

Kanchan Nath Jun 1, 2023

ASAI Bangkok Sathorn, the second ASAI-branded hotel in Bangkok, celebrated its arrival on the hotel scene with The Hamlet Block Party: ASAI x Aperol Neighbour-Fest – a two-day art, music,…

Awards

WelcomHeritage Cheetahgarh Resort & Spa awarded ‘Certificate of Excellence’, Travelers’ Choice 2023

Kanchan Nath May 30, 2023

A part of the WelcomHeritage's boutique collection of properties, WelcomHeritage Cheetahgarh  Resort & Spa has been awarded TripAdvisors Travellers' Choice 2023 'Certificate of…

Interviews

Places in Bangkok that are perfect for different types of travel

Kristin Mariano May 29, 2023

Bangkok is a vibrant and bustling city that offers visitors a unique blend of cultural experiences, delicious cuisine, and exciting nightlife. As the capital city of Thailand, Bangkok…

Tourism

5 UK cities that are lit-erary the best for bookworms

Kristin Mariano May 23, 2023

A new study ranked the best UK cities for bookworms, and revealed York, Bath and Bristol as the top literature locations. Any book lover will be aware that you don’t have to travel far to…

Global

Morocco set to become latest hotspot for Brits as the MNTO announces more flight routes from UK

Kanchan Nath May 19, 2023

Morocco is the latest hotspot for British holidaymakers, according to TripAdvisor, as interest in the country, known as the Kingdom of Light, has increased by almost 80%, and the Moroccan…

Hospitality

Kids Stay and Eat Free at OUTRIGGER Maldives

Kristin Mariano May 18, 2023

OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort has launched a Kids Stay and Eat Free promotion for new bookings from now until 31 October 2023. It means that two children, under the age of…

Global

Air Astana celebrates 21stanniversary in the wake of best-ever year

Kanchan Nath May 15, 2023

The carrier has grown dramatically since the first service was operated between Almaty and Astana in 2002 and has steadily built a reputation for award winning customer service, operational…

Hospitality

Dusit Hotels and Resorts adds three new hotels to its portfolio

Kristin Mariano May 10, 2023

Dusit Hotels and Resorts under Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, is set to expand its global and domestic footprint by opening three…

Partner content

10 reasons why Caravelle Saigon, a member of WorldHotels Elite collection, is the ultimate choice for upscale travellers in HCMC, Vietnam

Kristin Mariano May 1, 2023

When it comes to finding an upscale hotel in the bustling city of Ho Chi Minh, discerning travellers need to look no further than Caravelle Saigon. As a member of WorldHotels…

Reports

Mabrian unveils new travel trends for Russian tourists in 2022

Kanchan Nath Apr 25, 2023

Mabrian, a travel intelligence provider, has conducted a study on the new travel trends in the Russian market, confirming that Turkey was the destination that grew the most during 2022, but…

Partner content

5 luxurious and sustainable experiences you must try in Monaco

Kristin Mariano Apr 20, 2023

Monaco, the glamorous principality nestled on the French Riviera, has long been known for its luxurious and sustainable offerings. Sustainable luxury is a term used to describe the idea…

Partner content

Experience a luxurious tropical escape at Vana Belle, A Luxury Collection Resort, Koh Samui

Kristin Mariano Apr 19, 2023

Located in the heart of the stunning Chaweng Noi Beach on the island of Koh Samui, Vana Belle, A Luxury Collection Resort, Koh Samui is a resort that offers a luxury experience that is hard…

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…

Consumer

The Mall Group: Visit Thailand During the Auspicious Occasion of Summer and Songkran

Kanchan Nath Apr 11, 2023

Thailand is a paradise for travellers from around the world during this time of year which coincides with Summer and Songkran. With all the upcoming festive activities, Thailand is really…

Features

Top tourist sites in Europe to watch out for ‘pickpocketing’

Kanchan Nath Apr 5, 2023

Holidaying Brits have been told in which of the top 10 most visited European countries they are most likely to be pickpocketed.

Airlines and Aviation

Vistara becomes the first Indian airline to operate a wide-body aircraft on a long-haul route using SAF

Kanchan Nath Mar 31, 2023

Vistara became India’s first carrier to operate a wide-body aircraft using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on a long-haul route.

Hotel

For a private sanctuary seek out The Residence Zanzibar

Kanchan Nath Mar 29, 2023

Is there anything that can accentuate an African vacation? Yes, a villa-only resort nestled amid sprawling tropical gardens flanked by a mile-long powdery white sand beach can.

Airlines and Aviation

Now fly Vistara direct Mumbai to Mauritius

Kanchan Nath Mar 29, 2023

Vistara has started direct, 5x weekly flights between Mumbai and Mauritius. Mauritius is the 15th international destination, and the first in Africa, that Vistara has added to its growing…

MICE

Phocuswright Europe 2023 moves to Barcelona, Spain from 12-14 June

Kanchan Nath Mar 22, 2023

Phocuswright, the travel industry research authority, released the growing Speaker roster for Phocuswright Europe 2023, taking place at the Barceló Sants Hotel in Barcelona, Spain this 12-14…

MICE

Trip.com Group hosts China Traveler’s Forum

Kanchan Nath Mar 20, 2023

Trip.com Group hosts its China Traveler's Forum (CTF) in Wenzhou, China, on March 17, 2023, focusing on the post-pandemic future of Chinese tourism, and promoting world-class tourism…

Guest Column

Skål Asia Congress Bali 2023 – All Set To Be The

Andrew Wood Mar 15, 2023

by Andrew J Wood The 2023 Skål Asia Congress will take place 1-4 June at the luxurious Merusuka Hotel Nusa Dua, Bali.  BALI, Indonesia: Skål International Bali is proud to announce…

Reports

Top 10 Global Bleisure Cities

Kanchan Nath Feb 13, 2023

Analysis by Carl Friedrik, has revealed the best luxury bleisure cities in the world for those looking to make the most of business leisure working in style.

Reports

Top 5 long-haul destinations Brits plan to visit in 2023

Kanchan Nath Feb 6, 2023

Long-haul holiday specialists Travelbag analysed 69 long-haul destinations to reveal the most in-demand countries Brits want to visit in 2023.

Attractions

Waterbom Bali announces opening of it expansion project in 2023 

Kanchan Nath Jan 20, 2023

Waterbom Bali, voted Asia’s #1 waterpark by TripAdvisor’s Travellers Choice Awards 2022, has broken ground on stage one of a massive park expansion, set to open this year as the park also…

Tourism

Negative online travel reviews from Black people perceived as less credible – study

Kristin Mariano Jan 11, 2023

Consumers are less likely to perceive a negative review from someone of a Black background as credible, according to a first-of-a-kind study which explored the impact of showing race in…

Hospitality

Countries with the highest rated resorts for the perfect wellness retreat

Kristin Mariano Jan 9, 2023

New research has revealed the countries with the highest-rated resorts for a wellness retreat. Our experts at Slingo, have put together a list of the best countries that are best for…

Eturbo News

Bali: Biggest trend setter?

editor Jan 6, 2023 0

Motivations and interests shown by travellers in the current tourism revival have undergone structural changes that have affected trends and are likely to continue into the future. Bali:…

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.  

Reports

Pinpointing travel trends with Linktree

Kanchan Nath Dec 12, 2022

Key travel and hospitality trends have been highlighted with Linktree’s full Link-Back report.

Airlines and Aviation

VISTARA starts direct flights from Pune to Singapore

Kanchan Nath Dec 7, 2022

Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, today started its non-stop flights between Pune and Singapore.

Tourism

Holidays Are Back; Everyone Can Finally Relax

Joe Cusmano Dec 2, 2022

According to Tripadvisor’s data, international tourism shows no indications of slowing down. One might assume that the rising cost of living would have hampered our desire to take…

Hotels

Outrigger Koh Samui Beach Resort completes its opening

Kristin Mariano Nov 30, 2022

On 26 November, Outrigger Koh Samui Beach Resort completed its opening by unveiling its final complement of 102 rooms. The finishing phase comprised elegant colonial-style rooms with…

Special Reports

AI reimagines UK’s top tourist attractions according to one-star reviews

Kanchan Nath Nov 19, 2022

Holiday Rental Company My Favourite Cottages, with the help of AI, has reimagined the UK’s top tourist attractions according to one-star reviews

Technology

Travelport joins Travalyst Coalition and escalates focus on sustainability in travel retailing

Kristin Mariano Nov 10, 2022

Travelport has joined the global sustainable travel coalition, Travalyst, as part of the company’s commitment to driving sustainability forward in travel retailing. Travelport will also…

Tourism

Top travel destinations for a dirty weekend

Kristin Mariano Oct 11, 2022

Bedbible has explored the top cities to have a dirty weekend. They examined factors such as the average price of a two-night stay in each city as well as the number of romantic activities…

MICE

The world’s most cultural cities for business meetings and events

Kristin Mariano Oct 7, 2022

With this in mind, the team at IBTM have crunched the numbers and found out which cities around the world are the ‘most cultural’, helping to narrow down the options for anyone planning an…

Global

Pimalai launches new experiences in Mu Ko Lanta National Park

Kanchan Nath Sep 28, 2022

On 15th October 2022, Mu Ko Lanta National Park will reopen to visitors following its annual restoration – and Pimalai’s responsible, experience-seeking clientele will be among the first to…

Technology

TakeMe raises USD1.8 million to expand its Japan’s restaurant reservation service for international tourists

Kristin Mariano Sep 23, 2022

Japan’s cross-border payment start-up TakeMe has announced a total of JPY260 million (USD1.8 million) funding. The round was led by New Economy Ventures and individual investors.…

Technology

Guesty acquires hotel management platform YieldPlanet & launches Guesty Distribution Hub

Kristin Mariano Sep 19, 2022

Short-term rental platform Guesty has announced the acquisition of hotel-focused revenue and distribution platform, YieldPlanet. The acquisition expands Guesty’s offerings and…

Tourism

5 family-friendly travel destinations

Kristin Mariano Sep 12, 2022

If anyone deserves a summer after the rollercoaster that has been the last two years, it’s your children. For the average child, the coronavirus pandemic served as a massive disruption…

Medical & Health Tourism

Top 10 best countries for a wellness retreat

Kristin Mariano Sep 2, 2022

Experts at Slingo have put together a list of the best countries that are best for taking a wellness retreat. Using Tripadvisor, we have looked at which countries have the best resort…

Hospitality

Discover refined style and Au Soleil spirit at the refreshed Le Méridien Bangkok

Megha Paul Aug 10, 2022

With Bangkok now welcoming international visitors without any travel restrictions, guests can discover a new era of revitalized guest rooms and dining concepts that take inspiration from…

Appointments

Blossom Hotel Houston appoints michelin-starred Chef Ho Chee Boon to lead all culinary programming at luxury property

Chris Head Jul 26, 2022

Exciting Developments in the Hotel’s Culinary Programming to Debut in the Coming Months, Including Duck House by Boon, Blossom Club Chef’s Table, New Japanese dining destination, Blossom…

Technology

KKday secures Series C+ round for hiring, expanding footprint, and tech innovation

Kristin Mariano Jul 22, 2022

KKday has announced it has secured additional funding in a Series C+ round, bringing the total Series C round raised to US$95 million. The round is led by major tech Asia private equity…

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.…

New ways of travelling and digital innovation fuel the shift to a membership economy

Kristin Mariano Jun 3, 2022

Driven by tech innovation, changes in traveller behaviour and an inversion from transactional to relational interactions between brands and consumers, the membership economy is helping…

Rezio partners with Viator to expand its channels to global markets

Kristin Mariano May 31, 2022

Rezio has announced a strategic collaboration with experience marketplace Viator.

OTAs & Tour Operators

Most popular destinations for Singaporeans this summer

Kristin Mariano May 23, 2022

Tripadvisor has released its Seasonal Travel Index, using a combination of search and sentiment data to reveal what is on the minds of Singaporean travellers ahead of the busy summer travel…

Eturbo News

Can you guess which UK Hotel is the best?

editor May 12, 2022

Can you guess which UK Hotel is the best? - TripAdvisor has named Resident Hotels’ Covent Garden property as its best hotel in the UK for 2022. Resident Hotels credited the award to its…

Tourism

UK is the 7th best country travel destination for retirees

Kristin Mariano May 10, 2022

New research has revealed the United Kingdom is the 7th best retiree travel destination. The research, conducted by Aging In Place, compiled a list of OECD countries and the largest and…

MICE

Major market players paved way to recovery in travel industry at ITB India

Megha Paul Apr 7, 2022

The concurrent three-day ITB India Conference featured close to 100 online sessions with over 80 industry experts

Centara announces re-opening of Centara Karon Resort Phuket

Kristin Mariano Mar 28, 2022

Centara Hotels & Resorts has announced the much-anticipated reopening of Centara Karon Resort Phuket on 1 April 2022.

Why Positano, Italy needs to be on your travel bucket list

Chris Head Mar 14, 2022

Few destinations continue to boast local charm and authenticity as Positano. This iconic little refuge on the Amalfi Coast of Italy is a delight for anyone looking to avoid large cities and…

Unveiled: Virgin Voyages welcomes its second lady ship, Valiant Lady

Megha Paul Feb 8, 2022

Virgin Voyages, the lifestyle and travel brand launched by Sir Richard Branson to deliver irresistible vacations, has introduced its latest Lady ship – Valiant Lady

Best Cities In The World Where To Eat: 2022 Ranking

Joe Cusmano Feb 1, 2022

Users of TripAdvisor, who report on restaurants (and hotels) across the globe daily about their highs and lows, decided on the top 25 greatest cities to dine in.

Global

Top 10 world’s most popular destinations for 2022

Megha Paul Jan 25, 2022

Tripadvisor’s newly unveiled Travellers’ Choice Awards for Destinations – The Best of the Best Destinations revealed Dubai has surpassed London to become most popular vacation destination…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Bali named as most popular destination in Asia for 2022

Kristin Mariano Jan 21, 2022

If 2021 was the year travellers dipped their toes in the water with smaller getaways and outdoors trips, 2022 is shaping up to be the year we return to travel in a big way.

These are the nationalities that complain most about holidays

Megha Paul Nov 26, 2021

Good Trip Marketplace, analysed 1,000 poor and terrible TripAdvisor reviews for 10 of the most popular tourist attractions in the world, and found that US holidaymakers made more complaints…

Ahoy City of Light! Vistara launches non-stop flights between Delhi and Paris

Megha Paul Nov 9, 2021

Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, operated its first non-stop flight to Paris CDG (Charles de Gaulle) airport

OTAs & Tour Operators

Over half of Singaporeans are planning trips in November and December

Kristin Mariano Nov 5, 2021

The end of year holiday season is right around the corner and with high vaccination rates and Vaccinated Travel Lanes (VTL) in place, Singaporeans are psyched to get back out there. A new…

Technology

WTM buyers want to talk tech with Travel Forward audience

Megha Paul Sep 22, 2021

Travel Forward and WTM London have announced that more than 400 registered buyers have expressed an interest in talking to technology suppliers at this year’s hybrid event

Hospitality

Meliá Hotels to open urban hotel In Chiang Mai

Megha Paul Jun 18, 2021

Owned by Thailand’s Asset World Corporation (AWC) and launched by Meliá Hotels , Meliá Hotels Chiang Mai is part of the brand’s roll out plan in key destinations across Thailand

Startups

Tinder for travel: Swipe right in Flytinary

Kristin Mariano May 5, 2021

New travel app, Flytinary, aims to provide a one-stop travel experience which takes the legwork out of arranging trips and gets its users amazing prices.

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…

Travel Agents

How is pandemic-related consumer behaviour impacting travel?

Joe Cusmano Apr 1, 2021

As travel companies eye industry recovery, they are also watching what consumer behaviours, triggered by the pandemic, might stick around in longer term.

Tourism

Visit Qatar launches new digital experience

Megha Paul Mar 22, 2021

Visit Qatar, an initiative of the Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC), aims to boost their tourism industry with the launch of a new digital experience

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…

Hotels

Discover Vana Belle Koh Samui: “The perfect atmosphere to relax, recharge and rejuvenate”

Alastair Newport Mar 10, 2021

With the recent news that Vana Belle, a Luxury Collection Resort, Koh Samui was announced as the winner of four categories at the 2020 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best awards by…

Reopening updates

Revealed! The world’s Top 10 beaches for 2021

Megha Paul Feb 25, 2021

Tripadvisor has just the thing to help you escape, as its annual travellers’ choice Best of the Best Awards for Beaches have been revealed

OTAs & Tour Operators

8 most romantic locations in the UK for a Valentine’s Day trip

Kristin Mariano Feb 4, 2021

Catbells Lakeland Walk in the Lake District could be the most romantic place in the UK to propose, according to a new study.

OTAs & Tour Operators

5 traveller trends in 2021

Kristin Mariano Jan 25, 2021

Tripadvisor has released the findings of a new research report based on the platform’s unique insight into shifting traveller trends.

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…

Bloggers

How to improve hotel guest experiences (post COVID-19)

Ashley Gwilliam Nov 13, 2020

Weird. Scary. Frustrating. It’s hard to choose just one word to describe 2020. However, if you’re a hotel owner staring at the books, you might just say, “Vacant.”…

Associations

Health and safety top concerns for APAC travellers: PATA

Megha Paul Sep 21, 2020

PATA's new report has revealed Health and safety are top-of-mind for consumers when selecting a destination

OTAs & Tour Operators

Booking Holdings job cuts indicate ongoing impacts of COVID-19 in travel

Kristin Mariano Aug 5, 2020

Online travel company Booking.com has announced on Tuesday that it will reduce its global workforce by 25%, which shows that the virus is not done wreaking havoc in travel.

Features

Oman: The Paradise You Never Knew Existed

Chris Head Mar 3, 2020

Unearth the paradise that is Oman and find out why it is one of the safest places to holiday as well as learning about historical landmarks that you can visit there.

Interviews

Elevating Thai tourism to new heights and continuing the legacy: TD interviews the CEO of the Royal Cliff Hotels Group

Alastair Newport Jan 21, 2020

After deciding that the British public school system was the best place for him to learn, a very young Vitanart Vathanakul requested that his parents send him to the UK to enrol in one of…

Hotels

The story of Hanoi’s crowning glory: InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72

Tian Tolentino Jan 9, 2020

On top of it all, crowning Hanoi's skyline is InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72, a luxury hotel built by IHG as one of its 'new generation' hotels.

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…

9 kid-friendly tourist attractions in Asia

Kristin Mariano Dec 5, 2019

When parents touch down in a new country (after hearing 'are we there yet?' for hours on end), they need to have a plan.

Technology

Travel tech this week: The first airline ticket on the blockchain and more

Kristin Mariano Nov 28, 2019

This week in the travel tech industry, the first airline ticket through a blockchain has been issued. TripAdvisor has launched self-service advertising and Amadeus for Developers offers…

Let’s bid goodbye to the elephant rides at Angkor Wat

Kristin Mariano Nov 20, 2019

Two of the 14 elephants in Angkor Wat were relocated to the nearby Bos Thom community forest last week.

7 most underrated state parks in the US

Kristin Mariano Oct 21, 2019

With over 8,000 state parks across the USA serving more than 807 million visitors each year, there are some parks that don’t get the recognition they deserve.

Events

Here’s why you shouldn’t miss ITB Asia 2019

Kristin Mariano Oct 16, 2019

ITB Asia 2019, the biggest gathering of travel trade professionals, is back in Singapore for its twelfth year. The event will take place in Marina Bay Sands on 16-18 October.

Stay gone wrong? Customer complains about Taj Hotels with sign on Range Rover

Megha Paul Oct 9, 2019

A car believed to be owned by a disgruntled customer was parked outside a luxury hotel with a sign complaining about ‘bad guest service’ and ‘incompetent management’. The black Range…

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…

Technology

Travel tech this week: From staycation to golf tourism

Kristin Mariano Sep 19, 2019

This week, Airbnb has revealed staycation trends in MENA region, while TripAdvisor has released a transparency report. Lastly, stat-up golfscape has launced in Ireland enhancing the…

The big league: Stellar line up of industry giants will headline ITB Asia 2019 keynote sessions

Megha Paul Sep 6, 2019

ITB Asia is set to deliver a series of keynote presentations over the event’s 16-18 October dates, in line with 2019’s conference theme, ‘Bold Thoughts, Bold Moves.’ The keynote sessions…

Technology

Travel tech this week: The best travel brand, tickets for space and more

Kristin Mariano Jul 18, 2019

This week in the travel tech sector, TUI is hailed by independent consumers as the best travel brand trumping rivals Thomas Cook and Booking.com. Meanwhile, this could be your chance to go…

Hotel

What happened when I dropped everything and escaped to Bali

Kristin Mariano Jul 9, 2019

The soft sound of gamelan reminds you to take it slow; the soothing mix of blue and green hues and earthy tones are easy on the eyes; and the wafting scent of frangipani tickles your nose.

Technology

UmrahHolidays forays in China with two key partnerships

Megha Paul Jul 5, 2019

WebBeds, the world’s second largest business-to-business (B2B) accommodation provider, has announced the signing of two landmark partnership agreements that are expected to significantly…

Hospitality

BHMA rebrands as Cross Hotels & Resorts to take on the future

Alastair Newport Jun 27, 2019

The hotel management company, formerly known as BHMA Hotels & Resorts, has rebranded to Cross Hotels and Resorts, marking the successful transition into the global Flight Centre Travel…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Will a Bran Stark-like company win the OTA showdown?

Kristin Mariano Jun 7, 2019

“We are here and the enemy is coming from the south like in Indonesia; another force is coming from the north. China even has a wall!”

Tourism

Metamorphosis: Boracay sheds party island image to be a sustainable tourist destination

Kristin Mariano Apr 26, 2019

Boracay was once notoriously known as a party island with events like LaBoracay at the White Beach. Now that parties are no longer allowed on the beach and are now confined in bars and…

Hospitality

Preferred Hotels impacts guest loyalty with the I Prefer Alliance

Alastair Newport Mar 8, 2019

Preferred Hotels has unveiled the winners of its ‘Preferred Awards of Excellence’ and announced the launch of new loyalty platform the ‘I Prefer Alliance’.

Technology

Travel tech this week: New apps, partnerships, and acquisitions

Kristin Mariano Mar 7, 2019

This week, we saw some companies launched new features of their apps or websites, while others forged new partnerships and acquisitions.

Tourism

Thailand, India dominate Asia’s Top 25 Beaches

Kristin Mariano Mar 4, 2019

Thailand and India proved they have the most beautiful beaches in the region as both countries have the most entry in this year’s Top 25 Beaches in Asia by TripAdvisor.

Global

Putting India on the wellness travel map

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Feb 26, 2019

The PATA Adventure Travel and Responsible Tourism Conference and Mart (ATRTCM) took place in Rishikesh, India from 13-15 February. The travel mart and conference hosted over 130 delegates…

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.

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.

Tourism

Cupid strikes the solo traveller

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Feb 8, 2019

This time, cupid has other plans and its target seems to be the solo traveller. Adventure travel expert Explore commissioned a survey into solo travel, which revealed that many people…

Podcasts

“If you are another nondescript branded hotel they will not even remember your name”: The Hotels Network CEO

Brett Henry Jan 31, 2019

For this week's podcast, I spoke to Juanjo Rodriguez, the CEO of The Hotels Network, a company delivering a hotel tech ecosystem that increases direct channel conversions.

Global

Overlooking the twin towers: Live it up at the only 4-star ibis in Asia

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Jan 25, 2019

ibis, the midscale brand from AccorHotels, made its debut in Kuala Lumpur with the opening of ibis Hotel Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC) last August. Well within the shadows of the iconic…

Global

The future of airports: Takeaways from Travel Forum in Hong Kong

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Dec 20, 2018

The Airport Experience: Key to the Future of Travel Forum organised by Plaza Premium Group, on 21 November, 2018 at Hong Kong Maritime Museum brought together a panel of forward-thinking…

Hospitality

Direct Booking Summit: “China is the Wild West of hotel distribution”

Tian Tolentino Nov 13, 2018

Ahead of the Direct Booking Summit in Singapore next February, Triptease has spoken with Chetan Patel, VP for strategic marketing & e-commerce at ONYX Hospitality Group.

Hotels

“We take our Collection Criteria very seriously”: Preferred Hotels MD

Alastair Newport Nov 11, 2018

Following an announcement from TripAdvisor declaring Preferred Hotels to be the number one “Most Excellent” large hotel chain in the world, I sought to find out what makes the independent…

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

Lessons from Boracay: The Philippines’ quest for sustainable tourism

Kristin Mariano Nov 3, 2018

Boracay, the Philippines’ crown jewel, was closed to tourists for six months to undergo rehabilitation after the president himself, Rodrigo Roa Duterte, called the island a “cesspool”…

Travel agency software: Choosing tools for booking, accounting, marketing, and tour building

Altexsoft Team Nov 2, 2018

This article was originally published as a blog post by AltexSoft. It is published here with permission. Despite the recent charge toward using OTAs, a recent study showed that offline…

OTAs & Tour Operators

“Google is evil”: Internet giant dips in travel

Kristin Mariano Oct 31, 2018

William Bao Bean, general partner, SOSV/managing director, Chinaccelerator, described Google and Facebook as “evil” when Yeoh Siew Hoon, founder and managing director of WiT, asked him in a…

MICE

Direct Booking Summit: Asia-Pacific: Triptease selects architectural icon as event hosts

Alastair Newport Oct 24, 2018

The Fullerton Hotel Singapore has been unveiled as the host location of the inaugural Direct Booking Summit: Asia-Pacific, by event organisers Triptease, this week.

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…

Hospitality

Review: The Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel & Towers Bangkok

Alastair Newport Oct 11, 2018

Standing proudly on the bank of the Chao Phraya River, the 28 storey hotel with its clever Y-shaped construction, giving every single room a view of the Thai capital’s famous water way, The…

Podcasts

“Doing away with the yearly appraisals that nobody likes”: HR tech in 2018

Brett Henry Sep 7, 2018

I spoke to Adrian Tan, the cofounder of The Resource Group, about how HR technology will disrupt the industry in the years to come and how HR departments will operate in the future.

OTAs & Tour Operators

Why OTAs should be scared of Google

Kristin Mariano Sep 7, 2018

Google continues to augment its travel products and poses a serious threat to online travel agencies (OTAs). It seems that the tech giant has a penchant for the travel industry and has…

Australia

Sydney to host ‘Maximum Occupancy Accommodation Industry Conference’

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Sep 4, 2018

A must-attend for hoteliers and accommodation providers of all types, Australasia's leading accommodation industry conference Maximum Occupancy returns to Sydney in 2018.

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.

Technology

Discover another story of Japan by JAL

Alastair Newport Aug 6, 2018

With tourists increasingly interested in authentic, local experiences; Japan Airlines (JAL) announced last week it would be updating its "Untold Stories of Japan" video platform, as well as…

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.

Podcasts

Leveraging mobile and big data in the guest experience

Brett Henry Jul 24, 2018

I spoke to the cofounder of Portier about how engagement equals sales for five-star luxury hotels.

Hospitality

“The way online travel worked was broken” says Triptease founder

Alastair Newport Jul 9, 2018

Triptease bags a further USD 4 million on top of their original contributions from BGF and Notion Capital contributed. Now, with their total investment standing at USD 13 million, Charlie…

Global

“It’s not just about food it’s about gastronomy tourism,” says CEO Ctrip Gourmet List

Alastair Newport Jun 26, 2018

Yesterday, I brought to you news that China’s biggest travel company Ctrip had entered the food and beverage market with its first international launch, which took place at the top So…

Technology

Here’s how much money OTAs are spending for paid search advertising

Tian Tolentino Jun 8, 2018

A new research by Kantar Media revealed Booking.com as the biggest spender, while TripAdvisor takes the top spot for organic search.

Entrepreneurs

Vietnamese traveltech startup Triip raises new funding round, readies itself for ICO

Simon Willmore Apr 23, 2018

Ho Chi Minh City-based travel tech startup Triip has announced that it has raised an undisclosed funding round from Japanese strategic investor Gaiax and Vietnamese angel investor Nguyen…

Travel Agents

The self-drive test-drive: we take the new Brand USA Itineraries website for a spin

Alastair Newport Apr 13, 2018

Brand USA unveiled its travel trade website, dedicated to helping travel agents explore and promote US destinations in November. I feel that after a couple of months smoothing out the kinks…

Hotels

Best Western’s SureStay brand expands to 52 properties with 45 in the pipeline

Tian Tolentino Apr 6, 2018

Best Western Hotels & Resorts announced that in just one and a half years since the launch of its franchise model – SureStay Hotel Group – the brand has already amassed 52 properties…

Airlines and Aviation

EVA Air to start daily non-stop flights to Chiang Mai, northern Thailand, in July

Tian Tolentino Mar 23, 2018

EVA Air, Taiwan’s flagship independent airline will launch daily non-stop flights between Taipei and Chiang Mai.

Hotels

Why “success is never final” at Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park

Alastair Newport Mar 22, 2018

Bob Fabiano first joined Marriott back in 1972, and in that time he made his way up the company ranks, travelled the world, and worked in five continents. Now in his capacity as GM Bangkok…

Technology

EANS’s new travel API is faster, leaner and more efficient

Alastair Newport Mar 8, 2018

Expedia Affiliate Network (EAN) has announced EAN Rapid, a new API solution which allows EAN’s partners to provide greater choice to their customers and is built with the flexibility to…

Entrepreneurs

‘I built a travel data start-up because of a selfish desire to keep in touch’

Simon Willmore Mar 2, 2018

Andres Fabris earned a finance degree from the University of Texas at Austin in the hopes of working in the finance side of the IT industry. Instead, he has spent 23 years growing, then…

Hotels

Jacques Garcia and his extravagant hotel designs

Tian Tolentino Mar 1, 2018

Jacques Garcia is a creative genius and sought-after interior designer who's worked on some of the most treasured hotels in the world.

Hotels

Online auction system empowers hotel guests to trade up

Simon Willmore Feb 23, 2018

Hotel ICON is the first in Hong Kong to partner with UpsellGuru to offer online bidding for upgrades and ancillary provisions to its direct booking guests. 

Technology

Travel and booking APIs for online travel and tourism providers – which could you make use of?

Altexsoft Team Feb 6, 2018

According to the study by Fuel and Flip.to, travellers visit 4.4 unique websites to book their holidays. These sites tend to be ‘all-in-one-place’ platforms, done through combining data from…

Hotels

Startup adds more spice to Indian travel, tech sectors

Simon Willmore Feb 5, 2018

Opaque hotel booking platform Travelspice was recently named 2018 Travel Tech Startup of the Year by the ELEVATE100 entrepreneurship programme.

Hotels

SiloStay goes against the grain to offer an eco-friendly experience

Tian Tolentino Feb 1, 2018

SiloStay is an eco-friendly hotel with rooms that are converted from grain silos. Its concept is simple but its details are meticulous.

Technology

Keeping revenue and guest satisfaction handy

Simon Willmore Jan 26, 2018

Handy has made it possible for hotel operators to engage with guests through all stages of the travel journey, even as they step out of the actual hotel.

Hotels

Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur named as best hotel in India

Alastair Newport Jan 25, 2018

Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur has been named the Best Hotel in India by the world’s largest travel site, TripAdvisor in their coveted annual Travellers’ Choice Awards. The magnificent palace…

Airlines and Aviation

Watch Emirates latest campaign and discover the “trick” of the upgrade

Alastair Newport Jan 17, 2018

Named the Best Airline in the World and Best Economy Class according to the 2017 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards, Emirates’ latest ads feature a series of lighthearted videos…

Technology

CBInsights reviews 2017 trends in travel tech start-ups and investments

Simon Willmore Jan 10, 2018

Tech analyst company CBInsights argues that travel tech is evolving faster than Pokemon.

Consumer

Genuine traveller insights keep hotels in The Know

Simon Willmore Jan 9, 2018

The Know translates the mystery shopper format into a smart, innovative and exclusive mystery guest service. It’s an invitation-only online club where seasoned travellers with discriminating…

Startups

Packdat start-up! Disrupting the travel market with Felix Lee

Simon Willmore Jan 3, 2018 6

Felix Lee Zheng De looks like any other Singaporean engineering student: lanky, bespectacled, wearing jeans and trainers, raring to go anywhere. What sets this twenty-something apart is that…

Hotels

Dare to experience: The Vagabond Club Singapore

Tian Tolentino Dec 29, 2017 20

The Vagabond Club is a luxury boutique hotel that lives up to its striking reputation. It emanates an edgy vibe, a stunning look, and an eclectic atmosphere. It’s a Singaporean getaway that…

Tourism

Atmosphere Resorts: Nine essential activities for Maldives in 2018

Alastair Newport Dec 29, 2017 20

The Maldives conjures up images of white sand beaches and turquoise waters, but in fact there’s more to the tropical nation than meets the eye. Indian Ocean resort brand Atmosphere Hotels…

Hotels

5 amazing getaway spots in the Philippines

Tian Tolentino Dec 27, 2017 26

We’ve listed down five amazing vacation spots in the Philippines with the most eclectic themes. Our list includes a Greek-inspired resort, a Filipino heritage site, a museum hotel, an…

Family & Group Travel

Plan your group adventure with Packdat

Simon Willmore Dec 22, 2017 24

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Hotels

X2 Chiang Mai expects great things from award winning GM

Alastair Newport Nov 10, 2017 0

Ewan Taylor has been appointed general manager of X2 Chiang Mai Riverside Resort, the stylish new all-suite boutique resort which opened recently on the banks of the Ping River in Chiang…

Features

Momondo finds 35% of Brits take holidays alone

Jill Sayles Nov 1, 2017 17

Momondo has found that 35% of Brits recently surveyed have taken a holiday by themselves, with almost one in five (18%) having taken one in the last three years.  Furthermore, 22% of…

Hotels

Fah Lanna Spa’s well deserved Award of Excellence

Alastair Newport Nov 1, 2017 15

Fah Lanna Spa is celebrating a special addition to their growing list of accolades after having been presented with an Award of Excellence for Thai Wisdom Spa at the 11th Thailand Tourism…

Events

Finalists announced for everywoman in travel awards

Jill Sayles Oct 19, 2017 1

The finalists in the inaugural everywoman in Travel Awards have been announced.  The 18 finalists were selected by a judging panel of some of the travel industry’s most senior figures…

United States

10 Reasons Why You SHOULDN’T Attend the 2017 Phocuswright Conference: Can You Afford NOT to Come?

Mark Elliott Oct 18, 2017 0

Here are 10 reasons you shouldn't attend The Phocuswright Conference: 1. You have no reason to hear from – and meet – top travel executivesHate growing your professional network? Then this…

Tourism

PATA determined to make Vanuatu a success

Alastair Newport Oct 17, 2017 16

The inaugural Pacific Tourism Insights Conference (PTIC), which takes place in Port Vila, Vanuatu on Wednesday, October 25, is set to address key opportunities and challenges facing the…

Tourism

PATA Global Insights Conference: the future of tourism

Alastair Newport Oct 6, 2017 16

The annual PATA Global Insights Conference was once again a resounding success with nearly 200 delegates hearing from high profile speakers representing major international brands such as…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Broadway Group announces keynote speakers for annual conference

Jill Sayles Sep 25, 2017

Broadway Travel has announced keynote speakers for its overseas annual conference which will include presenters from Google, Tripadvisor, News UK, White Hart Associates and addmustard.…

United States

Want to Be Entertained? – Every U.S. State Ranked by Entertainment Value

Mark Elliott Sep 21, 2017 0

A new study from PlayNJ finds which states offer the most when it comes to entertaining their tourists, and finds that California tops the list overall, but is only 13th when it comes to…

United States

Are You Not Entertained? – Every State Ranked by Entertainment

Mark Elliott Sep 13, 2017 0

A new study from PlayNJ finds which states offer the most when it comes to entertaining their tourists, and finds that California tops the list overall, but is only 13th when it comes to…

United States

Explore Viator’s Diverse Selection of “Lessons with Locals”

Mark Elliott Aug 7, 2017 0

Want to really experience a destination?  Early in 2017, the team at Viator, a TripAdvisor company and the leading resource for tours and activities worldwide, selected their top picks for…

United States

The Exquisite Swissôtel Sydney

Mark Elliott Aug 1, 2017 3

Last year Swissôtel joined the Accor Hotels stable and is one of the best located five-star business and leisure hotels in Sydney.It offers modern and well appointed rooms with very…

United States

Expedia Announces Changes to Wildlife Animal Attraction Booking; Pledges More Education and Greater Transparency

Mark Elliott Jul 21, 2017 0

BELLEVUE, Wash. -- Expedia, Inc. today announced that activities involving certain wildlife animal interactions will no longer be bookable on its online travel sites. Relying on guidance…

Attractions

Expedia to stop selling dubious wildlife attractions

Mark Elliott Jul 21, 2017

Expedia has announced that it will stop selling certain wildlife attractions. The online travel giant said it would take guidance from "industry-leading wildlife and animal protection…

Hotel

Check-In: Holiday Inn Pattaya

Mark Elliott Jul 7, 2017

Situated at the quieter end of vibrant Beach Road, Holiday inn Pattaya offers exquisite panoramic views of the Gulf of Thailand in a luxurious setting. As one of Pattaya’s most…

United States

Award-Winning Lip Smacking Foodie Tours Adds Venetian|Palazzo Experiences

Mark Elliott Jul 6, 2017 0

Las Vegas' Highest Rated Dining Experience Offering Two New Opportunities to Taste the Town LAS VEGAS, July 5, 2017 /PRNewswire/ --  Take the most acclaimed restaurants, add in the most…

Hotels

Atlantis, The Palm’s waterpark is awarded best in Dubai and the Middle East

Jill Sayles Jul 5, 2017

Aquaventure Waterpark at Atlantis, The Palm was awarded the Best Waterpark in Dubai and the Middle East and Fourth Best Waterpark in the World at the TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards.…

Face‑to‑Face

Face-to-Face: Marcelo Molinari

Mark Elliott Jun 26, 2017

This week, Travel Daily Asia chats with Marcelo Molinari, Group Tourism Director at Value Retail, to discuss how Asia's outbound tourism boom is driving sales at the company's collection of…

United States

2017 Hotel Renovations

Simon Willmore May 15, 2017 0

The hotel industry is more competitive than ever, with locations trying to impress their customers not just with luxurious amenities, comfort and breath-taking room views, but also unique…

Hotels

Best Western confirms Asia’s first SureStay hotel

Mark Elliott May 8, 2017

Best Western has confirmed that Asia's first ever SureStay hotel will open in downtown Bangkok in the fourth quarter of 2017. SureStay Plus Sukhumvit 2 is a brand new "premium economy"…

Airlines and Aviation

Singapore tourism comes together for record-breaking campaign

Mark Elliott Apr 17, 2017

Singapore's main tourism operators have joined forces for a record-breaking new partnership. The Singapore Tourism Board (STB), Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Changi Airport Group (CAG)…

United States

30 of the World’s Most Cultural Destinations

Simon Willmore Apr 7, 2017 0

For a seasoned traveler, every city has something on offer. But which ones have the most history, art, food and music to discover? The Netherlands capital proves a winner, while Riyadh and…

United States

The Trouble with TRIP

Simon Willmore Apr 5, 2017 0

We've been close followers of TripAdvisor since the launch of its grand transformation from traveler review platform to hotel metasearch-cum-booking channel. Travel's largest website – at…

United States

Planning the Perfect Hawaiian Trip

Simon Willmore Feb 26, 2017 0

The decision to vacation on the island of Oahu may initially be based on getting acquainted with it simply because your plane landed here first and you “might as well” see what's around…

Human Resources

Pandaw trains underprivileged youths in Myanmar

Mark Elliott Feb 21, 2017

Pandaw Expeditions, the river cruise operator, has partnered with a restaurant in Myanmar to launch a new training programme for teenagers from disadvantaged backgrounds. Sanon, the…

Hotels

Capital Centre Arjaan achieves healthy 2016 performance

Gemma Greenwood Feb 15, 2017

Capital Centre Arjaan by Rotana has reported a healthy 2016 performance excelling across several key indicators. Guest and colleague engagement ranked highly, with the Abu Dhabi…

UK

Top four tips to keep your hotel competitive in 2017

Gemma Greenwood Feb 11, 2017

Step into a respectable hotel’s front office and you’re greeted by a picture of calm. Everything seems to happen with a graceful air – nobody’s in a hurry, nothing looks disorganized. As…