Xiamen Airlines switches to Airbus A320neo
Xiamen Airlines has placed a firm order for 40 A320neo Family aircraft switching to Airbus for its fleet growth, making the airline the newest Airbus customer. The agreement was announced by…
Xiamen Airlines: Ingenico understands the “unique requirements and opportunities” of a growing airline
Xiamen Airlines, a subsidiary of China Southen Airlines, has announced a partnership deal with electronic payments specialists Ingenico, to develop the carrier’s online transactions…
Xiamen Airlines touches down in LA
Xiamen Airlines, the fast-growing Chinese carrier, has launched its first ever flights to Los Angeles.
The airline’s Boeing 787 Dreamliner touched down at LAX for the first time on 27…
Xiamen Airlines achieves double first in US
Xiamen Airlines' inaugural flight to Seattle takes off on Monday 26 September 2016, marking two milestones in the development of air connectivity between China and the US.
Not only will…
Xiamen Airlines starts flying to North America
China's Xiamen Airlines will launch its inaugural flight to North America on Monday (25 July 2016), when it kicks off a new direct service from Xiamen to Vancouver.
The new…
Xiamen Airlines reveals first US destination
Xiamen Airlines will embark on its first trans-Pacific flight to the US this year, with the launch of services to Seattle.
Commencing on 26 September 2016, the Chinese carrier will…
Xiamen Airlines places another big aircraft order
Xiamen Airlines has continued to expand its fleet with an order for 10 more Boeing 737-800s.
The carrier, which is based in southeast China's Fujian province, operates an all-Boeing…
Xiamen Airlines to fly to LA
Xiamen Airlines is planning to launch direct flights to Los Angeles.
The Chinese carrier has applied to the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) for permission to launch four…
Xiamen Airlines reveals new long-haul routes
China’s Xiamen Airlines is stepping up its long-haul expansion with plans to launch flights to Vancouver, Seattle, New York and Melbourne in the coming months.
The airline launched its…
Xiamen Airlines plans Seattle flights
Xiamen Airlines has applied for permission to launch direct flights to Seattle.
According to a statement on the website of the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), the…
Xiamen Airlines offers free Wi-Fi in economy class
Xiamen Airlines has started offering free in-flight Wi-Fi to passengers in the economy class cabins of its Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
The airline rolled out the free connectivity…
Xiamen Airlines launches first flights to Sydney
Xiamen Airlines touched down Australia for the first time on Monday morning, with the launch of its first new service to Sydney.
The Chinese airline commenced the first of two new…
Xiamen Airlines to launch North American flights
China's Xiamen Airlines is planning to launch its first ever trans-Pacific flights to the US and Canada.
The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) has revealed that Xiamen…
Xiamen Airlines receives sixth Dreamliner
Xiamen Airlines has taken delivery of its sixth Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
The new long-haul jet touches down at Xiamen's Gaoqi International Airport on 1 October and will…
Hilton makes debut in Xiamen
Hilton Worldwide has opened its first ever hotel in Xiamen, a city of approximately 3.5 million people in southeast China's Fujian province.
The new DoubleTree by Hilton Xiamen Wuyuan…
Xiamen Airlines to launch first flights to Australia
Following the recent launch of its first ever long-haul flights to Amsterdam, China's Xiamen Airlines has confirmed that it will make its Australian debut in Sydney later this year.…
Xiamen Airlines goes long-haul with Amsterdam launch
China's Xiamen Airlines launched its first ever long-haul flights on 26 July 2015, connecting Xiamen with Amsterdam.
The inaugural flight departed Xiamen’s Gaoqi International Airport…
Star Cruises starts longest season in Xiamen
Hong Kong's Star Cruises has commenced a new season of sailings from the Chinese city of Xiamen.
The SuperStar Libra cruise ship arrived in the Fujian port this month and will operate a…
Xiamen Airlines links Changsha with Southeast Asia
Xiamen Airlines will launch two new routes to Southeast Asia next month from Changsha, the capital of China's Hunan province.
On 10 August, the Chinese carrier will launch four weekly…
Xiamen Airlines teams up with KLM for European flights
Xiamen Airlines has signed a wide-ranging codeshare agreement with KLM, allowing it to expand its coverage in Europe.
The Chinese airline will launch its first ever European flights…
Xiamen Airlines welcomes fourth Dreamliner
Xiamen Airlines took delivery of its fourth Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft on 20 April.
Like its other B787-8s, the new long-haul aircraft is configured with 237 seats in a…
Xiamen offers 72-hour visa-free stays
Xiamen has become the latest Chinese city to offer 72 hours of visa-free travel to international tourists.
The city, in the southeast province of Fujian, will now allow passengers…
Xiamen Airlines equips Dreamliners with Wi-Fi
Xiamen Airlines has taken delivery of its third Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, and the first to come equipped with in-flight Wi-Fi.
The new long-haul jet touched down at Xiamen’s…
Xiamen Airlines flies Dreamliner to Chengdu
Xiamen Airlines has started flying its new Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft to Chengdu, the capital of southwest China's Sichuan province.
The new service commenced today (10 February…
Xiamen Airlines to launch European flights in July
China's Xiamen Airlines will commence its first ever flights to Europe this summer, with a new route to Amsterdam.
The airline recently received permission from the Civil Aviation…
Xiamen Airlines to accelerate expansion in 2015
Xiamen Airlines took delivery of two new Boeing 737-800s on 26 December 2014, marking the Chinese airline's 12th and 13th new aircraft of 2014.
And this year, the carrier plans to…
Xiamen Airlines to launch a host of new routes
From 26 October, Xiamen Airlines will expand its network out of Xiamen, Fuzhou, and Tianjin.
The carrier will launch scheduled services to key Chinese cities including Xi’an, Wuhan,…
Xiamen Airlines signs up Indian rep
Xiamen Airlines has appointed its first General Sales & Service Agent (GSSA) in India.
The airline, which is based in southeast China's Fujian province, will now use Aviareps as…
Xiamen Airlines sets up Beijing base
Xiamen Airlines has set up a new operating base in Beijing.
The fast-expanding Chinese airline currently bases seven aircraft at Beijing Capital International Airport, providing 21…
Xiamen Airlines to launch new Jiangxi carrier
Xiamen Airlines has signed an agreement to create a new airline based in eastern China's Jiangxi province.
The fast-expanding Chinese carrier, which recently welcomed its first ever…
Xiamen Airlines enters long-haul era with Dreamliner
Xiamen Airlines has taken delivery of its first ever Boeing 787 Dreamliner, as it looks to spread its wings further afield.
The Chinese airline, which is based in the southeastern…
Xiamen Airlines sets up West China base
Xiamen Airlines has set up a new operating base in western China.
The airline, which is traditionally based in southeast China's Fujian province, has penned a new deal with the…
Xiamen to build second airport
A new airport will be developed in the southeast Chinese city of Xiamen.
The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) has chosen Dadeng Island in the city's Xiang’an district -…
Xiamen Airlines to fly first Dreamliner to Beijing
Xiamen Airlines will take delivery of its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner in July, and will fly the aircraft to Beijing.
According to the carrier, the aircraft wide-body aircraft is…
Hainan Airlines’ Dreamliner to fly to Xiamen
Hainan Airlines took delivery of its fifth Boeing 787 Dreamliner this week, and will deploy the aircraft to Xiamen, in southeast China's Fujian province.
Commencing on 23 December…
Xiamen Airlines welcomes 100th aircraft
Xiamen Airlines has celebrated the arrival of its 100th aircraft.
The Fujian province-based airline welcomed the new Boeing 737-800 aircraft this week, adding to its all-Boeing fleet.…
Xiamen Air prepares to go long-haul
China's Xiamen Airlines has received permission to operate long-haul international flights.
The carrier, which is based in southeast China Fujian province, currently services domestic…
Xiamen Airlines to fly Wuyi Mountain-Hong Kong
Xiamen Airlines will launch direct service from Wuyi Mountain to Hong Kong from 27 September, the first direct flight between the two regions.
The twice-weekly flight falls on every…
Xiamen Air confirms Dreamliner order
Xiamen Airlines has finalised an order for six Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners.
The US$1.3 billion deal, which was originally announced in May 2011, has now been approved by the Chinese…
Star Cruises to homeport in Xiamen
Star Cruises has unveiled plans to homeport one of its ships in the Chinese city of Xiamen.
From 9 October 2013, SuperStar Gemini will become the first Star vessel to be based in the…
Xiamen Airlines to launch Indonesia flights
Xiamen Airlines will fly to Indonesia for the first time in September, with the launch of daily services to Jakarta.
From 12 September 2013, the Chinese airline will commence the…
Xiamen Airlines joins SkyTeam
Xiamen Airlines has become a full member of the SkyTeam alliance.
The carrier, which is based in southeast China's Fujian province, becomes the alliance's 19th member and its sixth in Asia…
Xiamen Airlines signs major aircraft deal
China's Xiamen Airlines has signed a major aircraft purchase order that will increase its fleet size by almost 50%.
The Fujian province-based airline has agreed to buy 40 Boeing 737-800…
Xiamen Airlines joins SkyTeam
SkyTeam has further expanded in China, having accepted Xiamen Airlines into the alliance. China's sixth largest airline, Fujian province-based Xiamen Airlines will now begin the joining…
Xiamen Airlines receives high-altitude B737
Xiamen Airlines has taken delivery of a new Boeing 737-700 equipped with the high-altitude and high-temperature airport operations packages, as well as the new Boeing Sky Interior.
The…
KLM launches flights to Xiamen
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has marked the start of its summer schedule with the launch of its first flight to Xiamen International Airport in China's Fujian province. In doing so, KLM…
Xiamen Airlines launches Zhengzhou-Singapore flights
Xiamen Airlines has launched its inaugural flight connecting Zhengzhou, in China's Henan province, with Singapore. The move follows the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)…
Nikko Hotels to open in Xiamen
TOKYO, Dec. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- JAL Hotels Co., Ltd., today announced that a new 443-room hotel in Xiamen, China, will be added to Nikko Hotels International,…
Pan Pacific to open in Xiamen
Pan Pacific Hotels Group has announced the launch of the new Pan Pacific Xiamen in August 2009. The hotel was formerly the Sofitel Plaza Xiamen."We are very excited about the opening of the…
Accor to part with Xiamen hotel
Accor has announced that it will discontinue its management agreement with the Sofitel Plaza Xiamen. Effective 1 August, the property will revert back to its original name, the Hua…
Xiamen Airlines receives new 737-800
The aircraftcomes from GECAS' existing order book with Boeing and is one of 13 aircraftGECAS currently leases to the airline. Xiamen Airlines, based in Xiamen,…
China tourism chief stays at Sheraton Xiamen
Director of China's National Tourism Administration, Shao Qiwei, paid a visit to Xiamen recently to attend the 4th Strait Travel Fair. During the visit Qiwai, as well as Hong Jiexu, Vice…
New GM for CP Xiamen
Magandran Suppiah is the new GM of Crowne Plaza Paragon Xiamen. He has more than 20 years of experience in the hotel industry, and has been working in InterContinental Hotels Group for…
Crowne Plaza in Xiamen
The newly built, 327-room hotel is 20 minutes away from the Xiamen International Airport.
Xiamen orders US$1.9b worth of planes
Yang Guanghua, President, Xiamen Airlines said "The Boeing 737 will help us meet our goal of reducing operating costs and increasing return on investment for our shareholders.…
Andaz Brand debuts in Thailand with the opening of Andaz Pattaya Jomtien Beach
The lush and tropical beachfront retreat offers well-travelled explorers and families a welcoming, invigorating destination to reconnect with nature and discover authentic Thai culture.
Cathay Pacific welcomes quarantine-free travel and will more than double its flights to the Chinese Mainland
Cathay Pacific welcomes the Hong Kong SAR Government’s latest measures to facilitate quarantine-free travel between Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland, as well as the lifting of transit…
Chinese Airlines Set To Increase International Services
Chinese airlines have indicated they would expand the number of scheduled international flights very soon, generating widespread attention.
China Eastern Airlines, one of China’s…
Hotel Arts Barcelona appoints Pascha Bhatti as Director of Operations
The iconic urban retreat Hotel Arts Barcelona is pleased to announce the appointment of Pascha Bhatti as Director of Operations. In his new role, The Ritz-Carlton veteran will handle all the…
The Absence Of Chinese Carriers In Australia Raises Airfares To Europe
To experience Europe’s late summer beauties, consider flying to Paris in the middle of September for a three-week vacation. From Melbourne or Sydney, you may expect to pay between $3500…
The US suspends 44 Chinese Airline Flights To China
The latest escalation in a spat over pandemic travel rules between the United States and China has resulted in the suspension of more than 30 flights operated by Chinese carriers over the…
Hilton aims to open and manage 1000 hotels in China by 2025
Hilton Hotels & Resorts aims at opening and managing 1,000 hotels in China by 2025
Full recovery of Chinese domestic air travel predicted in September
Travel industry experts are predicting that domestic air travel in China, which has been recovering progressively in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, will reach a full recovery by the…
COVID-19 cancels more than 200,000 flights to, from and within China
Over 200,000 flights have now been cancelled or proactively removed from schedules to, from and within China due to COVID-19 (coronavirus), according to Cirium.
The figure – which…
Philippine Airlines ferries stranded passengers due to coronavirus
Philippine Airlines (PAL) made two special flights on its Manila-Xiamen route to ferry passengers stranded because of the travel ban imposed on China due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Hyatt to expand luxury portfolio with over 20 new hotels by 2020
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced that more than 20 new luxury hotels and resorts are expected to open worldwide by the end of 2020.
How Hilton hotels are celebrating Christmas this year
Instead of opting for conventional festivities, these Hilton hotels in APAC are celebrating while also clocking in some good karma points.
Cebu Pacific connects with ‘China’s Silicon Valley’
Cebu Pacific has extended its network on mainland China with the launch of its direct commercial service between Shenzhen and Manila, responding to increased customer demand for leisure…
PATA expands knowledge of the outbound Chinese MICE market
Travel and tourism industry pro's seeking to expand their knowledge of the industry now have a better understanding of the Chinese outbound tourism and MICE market after attending the…
OYO partners with Meituan Hotels to extend reach in China
OYO Hotels and Homes has announced a year-long strategic partnership with Meituan, one of China's leading e-commerce platforms.
Shanghai boon: Finnair joins forces with Juneyao Air
Finnair continued to ratchet up the reach of its China Network today when it announced it had begun its new Finnair codeshare cooperation with the Shanghai based carrier Juneyao Air.
As…
The fastest-growing operator in China according to Asian Sky Group
Business jet management company Sino Jet is now the fastest growing operator in China according to statistics released by Asian Sky Group at ABACE2019.
AirAsia sets to fly Kuala Lumpur-Quanzhou route
AirAsia has announced it is set to fly to Quanzhou in Fujian, China with a daily direct service from Kuala Lumpur commencing 1 May 2019.
URC announces luxury hotel in Beijing’s Forbidden City
Urban Resort Concepts (URC) has announced the launch of its latest luxury offering, The PuXuan Hotel and Spa, in Beijing’s Forbidden City.
Ascott celebrates 20th year in China with new properties
CapitaLand’s The Ascott Limited (Ascott) has opened its first property in Nantong and fourth property in Suzhou, increasing its operating portfolio to more than 33 cities across China.
Which carrier has Oman Air just signed its second Thai codeshare with?
Oman Air announced the development of its Asia Pacific network this week when it released details of its new codeshare agreement with Bangkok Airways. The agreement, which went into action…
ONYX sign top Chinese developers to push Shama brand
Thailand-based ONYX Hospitality Group and Sincere Holdings Group, the Chinese real estate company, have announced the formation of a strategic partnership, aiming to boost the serviced…
Air China and Air Canada build “foundation of a profound cooperation”
Air Canada and Air China Limited have announced that the airlines will expand their mutual codeshare services and lounge agreement in time for the 2018 Canada-China Year of Tourism,…
Hard Rock Shenzhen’s pair of aces signal commitment to success
Following its opening in September 2017, Hard Rock Shenzhen have shown they intend to nail down their presence in mainland China, with a canny pair of appointments, well versed in the…
World’s largest athlete meets world’s largest cruise line
Princess Cruises, the world’s largest international premium cruise line announced today that Yao Ming and his wife, Ye Li, will serve as Inaugural Cruise Ambassadors for Princess Cruises in…
Korea welcomed as new member of the Asia Cruise Cooperation
Hainan Provincial Tourism Development Commission, Hong Kong Tourism Board, Philippine Department of Tourism, the Taiwan Tourism Bureau, and Xiamen Municipal Tourism Development Commission…
Marriott plans double Edition debut in Tokyo
Marriott International has penned an agreement with Japan's Mori Trust to launch its first two Edition hotels in Tokyo.
Scheduled to open in 2020, the Tokyo Edition Ginza and Tokyo…
Cambodia’s pre-Angkorian capital recognised by UNESCO
The ancient capital of the Chenla Empire, which flourished in Cambodia's pre-Angkor period up until the early 7th Century, has been recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage site.…
W Hotels kicks off major expansion in China
W Hotels has opened its new flagship property in Shanghai, kicking off a major expansion of its portfolio in China.
The new W Shanghai The Bund, which is located on the North Bund between…
Malaysia Airlines orders Boeing’s high-capacity 737
Malaysia Airlines has placed an order for 10 Boeing 737 MAX 10 aircraft - the new high-capacity version of popular single-aisle jet.
The deal, which is valued at US$1.25 billion at…
Asian air route updates, including multiple new flights between China and Thailand
Thailand's NewGen taps Chinese demand for Krabi
Where? Krabi (Thailand) to Hefei (China)
When? Three times a week, effective immediately
Who? NewGen Airways
Why? Thai carrier adds…
Princess Cruises adds more sailings to experience Majestic Princess
Princess Cruises has announced the addition of two 14-day Grand Asia voyages sailing between Shanghai and Singapore on its newest ship, Majestic Princess.
Available to guests throughout…
Princess Cruises adds two “Grand Asia” voyages
Princess Cruises has added two more 14-day "Grand Asia" voyages to its 2018 itineraries, with its newest ship, Majestic Princess, sailing between Shanghai and Singapore.
The first voyage…
Where to Stay: New APAC hotels from Hilton, Dusit, Minor and more…
Novotel Lucknow Gomti Nagar
Location: In the centre of Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh
Grade: Midscale
Keys: 106
Facilities: Four F&B outlets including a rooftop…
Early start for Singapore cruise season as Royal Caribbean adds itineraries
Royal Caribbean will kick off its Southeast Asian season a month early this year, to fit in a series of additional sailings from Singapore.
The company's Mariner of the Seas cruise…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Hainan Airlines, AirAsia India, Cebgo and more…
Top Asian beach resorts get first direct link
Where? Sanya (China) to U-Tapao (Thailand)
When? Three times a week, effective immediately
Who? Hainan Airlines
Why? Providing the first…
Wyndham Rewards surpasses 50m member mark
Wyndham Rewards, the guest loyalty programme of hotel giant Wyndham Hotel Group has announced it has surpassed 50 million members worldwide, marking a major achievement for the programme.…
Princess Cruises unveils new luxury Chinese ship
Princess Cruises has taken delivery of the Majestic Princess, its new luxury cruise ship designed specifically for the Chinese market.
The ship was officially handed over to Princess…
A Year in Review: Hilton Highlights in 2016
2016 was an extraordinarily impactful year for Hilton (NYSE: HLT), which achieved record pipeline and net unit growth, accomplished its most successful brand launch with Tru by Hilton and…
Asian air route updates: Malindo’s new Australian route, West Air flies to Japan, and more…
New Macau charters for Cambodia Angkor Air
Where? Sihanoukville (Cambodia) to Macau (China)
When? Twice a week, effective immediately
Who? Cambodia Angkor Air
Why? New charter service…
Asian air route updates: New flights to Bali, Okinawa, Barcelona and more
Another direct Chinese connection between Bali and China
Where? Fuzhou (China) to Denpasar (Indonesia)
When? Daily, effective 26 March 2017
Who? Xiamen Airlines
Why? Fujian province’s…
China’s Fuzhou gets direct connection to New York
The city of Fuzhou in southeast China is now connected to New York following the launch of a new trans-Pacific air route this week.
On Wednesday 15 February 2017 at 0915, Xiamen…
Where to Stay: New hotels in China, Thailand, Hawaii and Florida
Hyatt Regency Xiamen Wuyuanwan
Location: Part of an upscale complex in the centre of the city, in southeast China's Fujian province
Grade: Upper-upscale
Keys: 301
Facilities:…
Garuda eyes new routes for Chinese New Year
Garuda Indonesia is planning to take advantage of the booming Chinese outbound travel market by launching a series of new charter flights over the Lunar New Year holiday period.
The…
SkyTeam lures Chinese corporate flyers
SkyTeam has created a new programme aimed at attracting more Chinese corporate customers.
The new 'SkyTeam China Corporate Connection' product, which the alliance says is "fully…
The latest industry appointments
PETER SEAH will succeed Stephen Lee Ching Yen as chairman of Singapore Airlines. Currently deputy chairman, Seah will take over the top role on 1 January 2017. A banker for more than 30…
SkyTeam unveils major new lounge in Beijing
SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, is on the verge of launching a major new lounge at Beijing’s Capital International Airport.
The new 800m² facility will open in the coming weeks,…
Ascott adds eight in China
Ascott, the Singapore-based serviced apartment operator, has secured eight new properties in mainland China.
The new signings will lead to the growth of its Ascott, Citadines and…
Norwegian Cruise Line reinforces commitment to China
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCLH) has reiterated its commitment to the Chinese market, with ships from all three of the company's brands scheduled to call at the country's ports in next year.…
Bangkok reclaims “most-visited city” title
Bangkok has reclaimed its place as the world's most-visited city, ahead of London.
According to the 2016 MasterCard Global Destination Cities Index, which is based on projected full-year…
Sydney expands Chinese links with new Hangzhou flights
The connections between mainland China and Sydney continue to multiply.
Just weeks after the announcements of new connections to the Australian city from Kunming, Chengdu and…
Sydney gets connected to two more Chinese cities
China's Hainan Airlines will launch its first ever flights to Australia next month, with the launch of two all-new routes to Sydney within the space of three days.
On 12 September 2016,…
Dramatic new Conrad rises on Chinese coast
Hilton Worldwide has opened its first ever Conrad hotel in southeast China's Fujian province.
The brand new Conrad Xiamen opened on 18 August 2016 as part of a dramatic 300-metre-tall…
New airline proposed for China’s Hunan
Hunan province in central China could soon get its own airline.
The state-run company that operates the province's airports has unveiled plans to create Zhongnan Airlines, which…
China’s Capital Airlines to fly to North America
Capital Airlines, HNA Group's Beijing-based carrier, has announced plans to start flying to North America for the first time.
On 30 December 2016, the airline will commence services…
SilkAir spreads wings in China
Singapore's SilkAir will continue to expand its network in China later this year, with the launch services to Fuzhou, the capital of the southestern province of Fujian.
Commencing on…
Pan Pacific plans new Chinese flagship hotel
Pan Pacific Hotels Group will make its debut in China's capital city in the first half of 2017 with the opening of Pan Pacific Beijing.
Located in the central Xicheng district of the…
Tianjin Airlines launches UK-China route
Chinese carrier Tianjin Airlines is celebrating the launch of its first flight from the UK to China which departed from Gatwick on Saturday.
The service departs from London Gatwick and…
Genting opens new training hotel in China
A new training hotel has opened at Xiamen University, funded by Genting Hong Kong.
The new Lim Goh Tong Building, which was named in honour of Genting's late founder, will offer students…
厦门航空将直飞西雅图
厦门航空（Xiamen Airlines）即将于今年开通首趟泛太平洋美国航线，开通西雅图直航。
今年9月26日，厦航将开始运营一周三趟厦门－西雅图航线，经停深圳。
航班逢每周一、三、五09:30出发，并于10:25抵达西雅图国际机场。返程航班将于13:25出发，并于21:25返回厦门。…
China Southern plans second Australian route from Shenzhen
China Southern Airlines has applied for permission to launch direct flights between Shenzhen and Melbourne.
If approved by the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), the new…
China Eastern secures long-haul future with latest jets
China Eastern Airlines has placed orders for two of the world’s most modern jets as it moves to expand its long-haul network.
The Shanghai-based carrier has agreed to purchase 15…
China Southern adds new North American connection
China Southern Airlines will expand its trans-Pacific network this summer with the launch of a new route to Toronto.
Commencing on 3 August 2016, the airline will offer four weekly…
Shenzhen to become international cruise port
An agreement has been signed that will transform the Chinese city of Shenzhen into a major international cruise port.
Genting Hong Kong, which operates Crystal Cruises, Star Cruises…
Conrad Hotels debuts in India
Hilton's luxury brand, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, has opened its first ever property in India.
The new Conrad Pune, which is located in the centre of the Maharashtra city, close to…
Air China reveals Dreamliner routes
Air China will start taking delivery of its new fleet Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft in the coming months, and the airline has now revealed the routes on which it intends to deploy the…
KLM flies Dreamliner to three Chinese cities
KLM will start flying its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner to three cities in China later this month.
On 27 March 2016, the Dutch national carrier will deploy the new long-haul jet on its…
Asian cruise destinations join forces to drive growth
Five Asian cruise destinations have teamed up to jointly promote and fund the growth of the industry.
The newly-formed Asia Cruise Cooperation (ACC) includes tourism authorities in…
Air China to receive first Dreamliner in May
Air China will welcome its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft on 5 May 2016.
The arrival of the new B787-9 aircraft will make the Beijing-based airline the first in China to operate…
Juneyao Air spreads wings from Nanjing
Juneyao Air will launch a series of new domestic and international flights from Nanjing, the capital of eastern China's Jiangsu province, later this month.
The Shanghai-based airline…
Ascott drives China expansion with country’s largest construction company
Ascott, the Singapore-based serviced apartment company, has taken a major step forward in its Chinese expansion strategy by forging a strategic alliance with Dongfu Investment Development…
Chinese aviation bites, including three new airlines
Sichuan Airlines to link Chengdu with Prague
Sichuan Airlines has revealed plans to launch the first direct flights between Chengdu and Prague. Scheduled to commence as early as…
China Southern plans Guangzhou-Toronto flights
China Southern Airlines has applied for permission to launch flights connecting Guangzhou with Toronto.
The airline has submitted an application with the Civil Aviation Administration…
Air China plans direct Chengdu-Sydney flights
Air China intends to launch the first direct service between Sydney and Chengdu next year.
The airline has applied to Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) for permission to…
Onyx signs two new hotels in China
Thailand's Onyx Hospitality Group has added two hotels to its portfolio in China.
The first of the new properties will be the Shama Daqing Heilongjiang, which is scheduled to open in…
厦门航空迎来第6架梦想客机
厦门航空（Xiamen Airlines）近日得到了第6架波音787梦想客机的交付。
这架新飞机于10月1日首次抵达厦门高崎国际机场，将首先开始执飞厦门、福州至北京的航线。
和厦航其他五架B787-8飞机一样，新飞机将使用237座的三舱布局，其中商务舱18座、经济舱215座。所有高端座位都可以躺下形成平躺的床。…
Swiss hotel group moves into Taiwan
Swiss International Hotels Group, which operates properties in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia, has taken its first steps into the Taiwanese hotel sector with the signing of a…
Face-to-Face: Sean Treacy
This week, Travel Daily Asia goes Face-to-Face with Sean Treacy, the recenty-appointed managing director for Singapore & Southeast Asia with Royal Caribbean Cruises...
Q)…
Chinese airlines plans more flights Down Under
Two Chinese airlines are planning to launch new direct flights to Australia in the coming month, allowing passengers from more Chinese cities to head Down Under.
In a recent statement…
Shangri-La continues Chinese expansion in Tangshan
Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts has unveiled the latest member of its growing portfolio in mainland China, the Shangri-La Hotel Tangshan.
Located in the city of Tangshan, which lies…
Frasers to double portfolio in China
Frasers Hospitality has said that it is on track to double its presence in China.
The Singapore-based serviced apartment operator is planning to grow to a collection of 30 properties…
希尔顿酒店集团首次入驻厦门
希尔顿全球（Hilton Worldwide）近日在厦门新开了旗下首家酒店，厦门位于中国东南福建省，拥有近350万人口。
厦门希尔顿逸林酒店地理位置极佳，能够欣赏金门港、五缘湾和厦门城市天际线的动人美景。酒店距离厦门高崎国际机场只有8.8公里路程。…
More Chinese airports added to Canadian transit scheme
The Canadian government has added five more Chinese airports to its China Transit Program (CTP), which enables Chinese travellers to connect to the US via Canada, without the need for a…
New Chinese LCC to launch in October
Another new Chinese airline will take to the skies this October.
Jiangxi Airlines, which is 60% owned by Xiamen Airlines, will operate as a low-cost carrier from its base in Nanchang,…
Emirates deploys one-off A380 to Taiwan
Emirates recently announced its intent to operate a one-off service its Airbus A380 aircraft to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport.
A ceremony witnessed the attendance of Fan…
China’s Spring Airlines rolls out in-flight Wi-Fi
Spring Airlines has launched a new in-flight Wi-Fi service on some of its domestic flights.
Launched on 18 July, the new offering will allow passengers to connect to the internet via…
厦门航空波音787飞往东京
8月6日起，总部位于福建厦门的厦门航空将新开首条飞往东京的航班。
厦门航空将成为第二个执飞往返于厦门－东京航线的航空公司。日本全日空航空已经开通了此条航线。
去程飞往东京的航班将每周二、四、六和日执飞。航班将于当地时间10:00从厦门高崎国际机场出发，并于14:45抵达东京成田国际机场。…
The latest industry appointments
EDIE RODRIGUEZ has been named as Crystal Cruises' new president & chief executive offer, following Genting Hong Kong's acquisition of the company. Ms Rodriguez has previously held…
Onyx boosts Chinese portfolio with double deal
Thailand's Onyx Hospitality Group has increased its Chinese portfolio to 18 hotels, following the signing of two new management contracts.
The company already has 11 properties…
Carlson Rezidor brings new brand to China
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group has announced plans to launch its first Park Inn by Radisson hotel in China, as part of a major expansion strategy in the country.
The company has signed the…
Ukraine Airlines to fly to Beijing
Ukraine International Airlines (UIA) will launch a new direct service to Beijing this month.
Commencing on 29 April 2015, the Ukrainian national carrier will operate three weekly…
Air France flies new cabins to Guangzhou
Air France has started flying its revamped Boeing 777 aircraft to Guangzhou, featuring the airline's latest cabin products.
The twin-aisle jet operating the direct Paris-Guangzhou…
Royal Caribbean to base latest ship in China
Royal Caribbean has confirmed that its newest cruise ship, Ovation of the Seas, will be based in China.
The vessel, which will become Royal Caribbean's third Quantum-class ship, will…
China can deliver 83m cruise passengers – HKTB
The Greater China region has the potential to deliver 83 million cruise passengers per year, according to new research from the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB).
Presented on the…
Philippine Airlines adds new route to China
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced that it will launch a new route to China this month.
Commencing on 29 March 2015, the national carrier will operate direct flights from Manila…
China approves new airline for Jiangxi
Authorities in China have approved the creation of a new airline in the southeastern province of Jiangxi.
Jiangxi Airlines has been given the green light by the Civil Aviation…
Passenger opens door on Air India flight
An Air India flight was delayed last week, when a passenger opened one of the aircraft doors prior to take-off.
The Economic Times reports that the Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft was…
旅游业界权威榜厦名列前茅
厦门市在“2014携程年度最佳旅游目的地网络评选”中，获得“最佳自助游目的地”第二名和“最佳国内旅游城市”第四名两大荣誉;此外，“厦门智慧旅游公共服务平台”位列另一权威榜“中国旅游风云榜”的“2014中国智慧旅游创新项目”前十位。
Chinese tour guide held for opening aircraft door
A group of 25 passengers, including a tour guide, have been detained by police in China after opening an aircraft door while the plane was taxiing to the runway.
The Shanghai Daily…
Lucky Air sets up base in Chengdu
Lucky Air, which is based in the Chinese city of Kunming, will launch operations from Chengdu next year.
The carrier, which is partly owned by Hainan Airlines, will base several…
Boeing to break China delivery record
Boeing expects to deliver a record number of commercial aircraft to China this year.
The US planemaker expects Chinese airlines to receive 150-160 Boeing jets in 2014, up from 143…
厦航明年2月开通厦门/泉州-马尼拉航线
为进一步优化东南亚航线网络，为旅客提供更多出行便利，厦航将于明年2月8日起开通厦门—马尼拉和泉州—马尼拉定期往返航线。
其中厦门—马尼拉航班号为MF819/20，每天1班，去程时刻为18:20从厦门起飞，20:20到达马尼拉，回程时刻为21:20从马尼拉起飞，23:20到达厦门。泉州—马尼拉航班号为MF817/8，具体时刻仍在申请中。…
China’s latest airline takes off
Another new airline has taken to the skies in China.
Fuzhou Airlines, which is based at southeast China's Fujian province, commenced commercial operations on 30 October 2014, flying…
Pan Pacific opens doors in Tianjin
Pan Pacific Hotels Group has expanded is Asian footprint with the opening of its fifth property in China.
Pan Pacific Tianjin joins four other “Pan Pacific” hotels and serviced suites…
Start-up airline set for take-off
Start-up carrier Fuzhou Airlines received its first of three Boeing 737-800 aircraft on 11 October as it gears up for lift-off at the end of the month.
Following Xiamen Airlines, the…
China’s Fuzhou Airlines cleared for launch
HNA Group has been given permission to launch another new airline in China.
Fuzhou Airlines, based in southeast China's Fujian province, has received its Air Operator's Certificate…
厦门明年有望直飞美国
最快在明年，厦门往返美国或许就能实现直航，不用再绕道北上广港转机。昨日，在美国国家旅游局首次来厦举办的旅游产品推介会上，记者获悉了这一消息。
据了解，美国国家旅游局在2013年进入中国，先后在北京、上海、广州设立办公室，这是他们第一次来到厦门推介。该局带来了16家来自美国地方旅游局、高品质地接社、航空公司、知名景点的美国旅游业代表，阵容庞大。…
Dusit Fudu makes good progress in China
Dusit Fudu Hotels and Resorts has secured 15 management contracts within its first 12 months of operations.
The Chinese joint venture hotel management company between leading Dusit…
HNA airlines team up for Xinjiang connections
Three of HNA Group's Chinese carriers - Hainan Airlines, Tianjin Airlines and Lucky Air - have teamed up to offer connecting flights through the city of Urumqi.
The partner airlines…
Lucky Air to create Chengdu base
Lucky Air, the Kunming-based subsidiary of Hainan Airlines, has announced plans to launch a base at Chengdu’s Shuangliu International Airport.
Currently, the airline offers flights to…
SilkAir expands links to China
SilkAir has added another new route to China, with the launch of flights to Hangzhou.
The new service to the capital of Zhejiang province becomes the Singaporean carrier's eighth…
厦航新开至柬埔寨航班
据民航资源网报道，6月29日，厦航将开通两班自厦门、福州始发至柬埔寨暹粒的定期直飞航班。其中厦门-暹粒航班，每周四、日各一班，预计17:30从厦门起飞，20:20到达暹粒；返程航班为21:20从暹粒起飞，次日00:05到达厦门；福州-暹粒航班为每周二、四、日各一班，预计17:05从福州起飞，20:15到达暹粒；返程航班为21:05从暹粒起飞，次日00:10到达厦门。
厦门建第二机场
中国东南城市厦门将建新机场。中国民航局选中厦门翔安区，与台湾金门岛仅几公里的大嶝岛作为新机场建设地。据目前在福建省运营着包括厦门高崎国际机场等四个机场在内的Iport集团称，新机场在第一阶段将设置两条跑道和一个540,000m²的航站楼，每年运送4,500,000乘客。新机场计划在2016年投入运营，并有望在2020年得到最终完善。
厦门航空增航新加坡 每天提供三趟航班
厦门航空夏天将新增飞往新加坡航班。据悉，从2014年7月25日起，新增至新加坡的航线，将使厦门飞新加坡的航班从原来每天两趟增至每天三趟。之前两趟航班的起飞时间分别为上午11：00和下午6：00从厦门高崎国际机场出发，新增航班的起飞时间为晚上11：00，抵达新加坡樟宜国际机场的时间次日凌晨3：10。该趟飞机返航事件为凌晨4：10，抵达厦门的时间为上午8：15。
Fuzhou Airlines to launch in October
A new airline based in southwest China's Fujian province is set to launch in October 2014.
Fuzhou Airlines, which is majority-owned by Hainan Airlines, will submit an application with…
Tigerair to connect Singapore and Xi’an
Tigerair will extend its reach into China next month, with the launch of a new service connecting Singapore with Xi’an.
Commencing on 15 May 2014, the low-cost carrier will operate…
Qantas boosts Asian network with China Southern deal
Qantas has expanded its network in Asia following the launch of a new partnership with China Southern Airlines.
The new codeshare partnership, which follows an agreement signed in…
SilkAir to fly to Hangzhou
SilkAir is launching flights to the city of Hangzhou, in eastern China's Zhejiang province.
The new service, direct from Singapore, will start operating on 27 June. The route will be…
Hainan Airlines to launch Fuzhou-based airline
Hainan Airlines is planning to set up a new airline based in Fuzhou, in southeast China's Fujian province.
A statement on the Civil Aviation Administration of China's (CAAC) website…
Chinese airlines prepare for New Year travel surge
Airlines in China are adding thousands of extra flights to cater for the expected surge in traffic during the Lunar New Year holidays.
Described as the world's biggest human migration,…
New airline starts operating from Hangzhou
A new airline has started operating from Hangzhou, eastern China.
Zhejiang Loong Airlines, which is based at Hangzhou’s Xiaoshan International Airport, welcomed its first Airbus A320…
Zhejiang Loong Air receives first aircraft
New Chinese passenger carrier, Zhejiang Loong Airlines, has taken delivery of its first Airbus A320 aircraft.
The new single-aisle jet touched down at Hangzhou's Xiaoshan…
Garuda to join SkyTeam in March
Garuda Indonesia will officially join the SkyTeam alliance in March 2014.
The Jakarta-based national carrier was initially announced as a future member of SkyTeam in June, and it has…
China buys 258 new bullet trains
China's state-run railways operator has placed an order with two domestic companies for 258 new high-speed trains, worth more than US$7 billion.
According to a Bloomberg report, the…
Qantas joins forces with China Southern
Qantas has signed a major new tie-up with China Southern Airlines, aimed at boosting travel between Australia and China.
The codeshare agreement will see the two airlines join forces…
Tirun, JetEscapes introduce special cruise offer
Tirun Travel Marketing and JetEscapes, the holiday arm of Jet Airways have partnered to offer packages for the
Indian traveller on board Royal Caribbean’s Mariner of the Seas.
The…
Cebu Pacific expands in Japan
Cebu Pacific Air (CEB) has unveiled a major expansion of its operations in Japan, with plans to launch services to two new destinations - Tokyo and Nagoya.
The Philippine low-cost…
Mariner of the Seas starts Singapore season
Royal Caribbean International’s Mariner of the Seas cruise ship has arrived in Singapore for its winter season.
The 138,279-ton ship docked at Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore on 10…
Air France to fly to Jakarta
Air France will launch a new daily service to Jakarta next year.
Effective 30 March 2014, the national carrier will add a Jakarta leg to its existing Paris-Singapore service. Flights…
The latest industry appointments
KELVIN TAN has been appointed as Celebrity Cruises' new commercial director for Asia Pacific. Tan moves to Celebrity from the brand's parent company, Royal Caribbean, where he served as…
IHG brings Hotel Indigo to Lijiang
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has announced the launch of its Hotel Indigo brand in Lijiang, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town in southwest China's Yunnan province.
Located…
Ascott signs three new Chinese properties
Serviced apartment operator Ascott has continued its expansion in China, with the signing of management contracts for three new properties, including its first in Hefei, the capital of Anhui…
MAS adds Yangon, Auckland flights
Malaysia Airlines (MAS) is continuing its Asia Pacific expansion with the launch of extra flights to two more destinations, Auckland and Yangon.
From 1 August 2013, the national…
Cebu Pacific adds China, Vietnam capacity
Cebu Pacific Airways (CEB) is increasing the number of seats it offers to destinations on China and Vietnam.
From 31 October 2013, the Philippine low-cost carrier will add an extra…
Langham adds Yangtze Delta hotel
Langham Hospitality Group has signed a new hotel in eastern China's Zhejiang province.
Located in the city of Hainang, the new Langham Place property will form part of an integrated…
Hilton brings luxury brands to Asia Pacific
Hilton Worldwide has unveiled a major expansion of its luxury brands in Asia Pacific.
The company is planning a significant roll-out of its Waldorf Astoria and Conrad brands in the…
Royal Caribbean starts Asian summer
Royal Caribbean’s Mariner of the Seas cruise liner kicked off its maiden Asian cruise season on Friday (31 May 2013).
The 15 deck, 3,807-passenger liner arrived at Singapore's Marina…
China Southern receives Airbus and announces new routes
Chinese carrier China Southern has took delivery of its new Airbus A320 at Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport.
The aircraft, which was delivered by the Tianjin Assembly Factory…
Asian aviation briefs
Garuda profits surge
Garuda Indonesia achieved a strong set of financial results in 2012, with a sharp rise in net profits compared with the previous year. The national carrier…
Azamara Journey debuts in Kobe
The Azamara Journey cruise ship, which recently underwent a refurbishment, arrived in the Japanese port city of Kobe for the first time today.
The overnight stop in Kobe is part of…
Chinese airlines form new cross-Strait alliance
Four airlines from Greater China have joined forces in an effort to capture a greater share of the lucrative cross-Strait aviation market between mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan.
China…
Pan Pacific launches serviced suites in China
Pan Pacific Hotels Group has launched its first serviced residence property in China.
Located in city of Ningbo, in eastern China's Zhejiang province, the 175-room Pan Pacific Serviced…
Shenzhen Airlines joins Star Alliance
Shenzhen Airlines has become a member of the Star Alliance.
The Chinese carrier was officially inducted into the alliance at a ceremony held at Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport this…
Shenzhen Airlines joins Star Alliance
Shenzhen Airlines has become a member of the Star Alliance.
The Chinese carrier was officially inducted into the alliance at a ceremony held at Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport this…
SkyTeam adds third China member
Xiamen Airlines has become a full member of the SkyTeam alliance.
The carrier, which is based in southeast China's Fujian province and owned by Guangzhou-based China Southern, becomes the…
Millennium & Copthorne Hotels expands in China
Millennium & Copthorne Hotels (M&C) yesterday signed a contract to manage its first resort hotel in China, in addition to existing contracts.
The 151-room Millennium Hangzhou Resort…
SkyTeam UAE keen to strengthen its presence in the region
SkyTeam UAE recently held quarterly workshop for agents in Dubai. The event which focused on enhancing their knowledge on SkyTeam offerings witnessed attendance from over 50 agents apart…
The latest industry appointments – Asia
SORAJAK KASEMSUVAN has been named as the new President of Thai Airways International, replacing Piyasvasti Amranand who was deposed in June. He is currently Chairman of the state-run Thai…
Pan Pacific opens in Ningbo
The new Pan Pacific Ningbo officially opened its doors today (Tuesday 28 August).
Located in the Eastern New Town area of Ningbo, two hours south of Shanghai, the 415-room hotel is set…
HNA to launch Fuzhou Airlines
HNA Group, the Chinese airline group that controls Hainan Airlines, is planning to launch a new carrier based in the southeastern city of Fuzhou.
The China Daily has reported that HNA has…
IHG to launch boutique brand in Tianjin
Intercontinental Hotels Group (IHG) has announced plans to launch its Hotel Indigo boutique brand to Tianjin.
Opening on 15 September, the Hotel Indigo Tianjin Haihe will become the brand's…
The Changing Chinese Traveller
By Jens Thraenhart,
Co-Founder, DragonTrail.com & Publisher, ChinaTravelTrends.com
The Chinese middle class is already larger than the entire population of the United States. In…
BA to use Dreamliners for China expansion
British Airways is planning to add up to 10 new destinations in China, but will wait for the delivery of its Boeing 787 Dreamliners to launch the new services.
Willie Walsh, CEO of the…
Voyager of the Seas sails into Singapore
Royal Caribbean’s Voyager of the Seas cruise liner arrived in Singapore for the first time on Saturday (26 May).
The ship, arriving to start its maiden Asian season, became the first liner…
Crystal boosts Hong Kong cruises
Crystal Cruises has increased its voyages to Hong Kong for 2013 and 2014.
The luxury cruise line's Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony liners will offer a range of 10-, 12-, 14- and…
Pan Pacific to launch in Tianjin
Pan Pacific Hotels Group has announced plans to open a new hotel in Tianjin in 2013.
Located on the banks of the city’s Haihe River, the 330-room Pan Pacific Tianjin will form part of…
Chinese hotel revenues soar
Chinese hotel revenue is soaring, with four key Chinese cities posting room revenue growth of more than 30% in 2011, according to consultancy firm Horwath HTL. During a presentation at the…
Westin to add three hotels in China
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has announced that its Westin brand will open three new hotels in China over the next six months. The new properties will be added in Ningbo, Xi'an and Xiamen,…
Westin conducts Heavenly Bed roadshow in China
Starwood's Westin Hotels & Resorts brand has conducted a new roadshow in China celebrating the Westin Heavenly Bed. The 'Out of Home' China campaign ran from 5-13 November 2011, and…
Three Westin hotels to open in China
Starwood announced yesterday plans to open three new Westin hotels in China. The properties will open in the fast-growing cities of Ningbo (pictured), Xian and Xiamen, within the next six…
Westin embarks on China roadshow
Westin Hotels & Resorts has launched a new roadshow in China that showcases its trademark 'Heavenly Bed' and promotes the brand across the fastest growing luxury goods market. The Westin…
The latest industry appointments
SCOTT BLUME has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Rajakamar Group, Indonesia's largest domestic hotel provider. Blume (pictured) brings more than 30 years' experience to the…
2012 Asian itineraries aboard Legend of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International (RCI) has announced its 2012 Asian summer season on the 2,074-guest Legend of the Seas, which features a variety of new destinations and itineraries out of…
THAI boosts Asian routes
Thai Airways International (THAI) will boost frequencies on a series of Asian routes for its forthcoming winter schedules, commencing 30 October.
The emerging markets of India and China…
Trade show to boost cross-straits tourism
An upcoming travel trade show in eastern China is expected to help forge closer ties between mainland industry players and their Taiwanese counterparts.
Growth of Straits tourism has…
Walsh eyes tie-ups in China visit
Foreign airlines are looking to establish services in second- and third-tier cites across China as they seek to carve out a position in the world's fastest growing aviation market. Demand in…
International airlines target second-tier cities in China
Foreign airlines are looking to establish services in second- and third-tier cites across China as they seek to carve out a position in the world's fastest growing aviation market. Demand…
Kaohsiung officials drum up regional tourism
Kaohsiung in southern Taiwan
Kaohsiung tourism officials are on a mission to drive up interest in southern Taiwan among international tourists in the region. They continued their…
Hilton to launch Conrad in Macau
Hilton Worldwide and Sands China Ltd have announced the signing of a franchise agreement to open the first Conrad hotel in Macau. Comprising 636 rooms, the Conrad Macao, Cotai Strip is…
China opens white dolphin rescue centre
A rescue and breeding base for endangered Chinese white dolphins opened on Saturday in the southeastern coastal city of Xiamen. The base, which will initially operate for a trial period,…
Boeing makes landmark delivery to GECAS
Boeing recently delivered its 400th aircraft to GE Capital Aviation Services (GECAS), the aircraft leasing company. The Next-Generation 737-800 will be delivered to China's Xiamen…
High-speed train crash kills 33 in China
Two high-speed trains crashed in eastern China's Zhejiang province on Saturday, killing at least 33 people and injuring 191 others. Xinhua reported that one of the bullet trains was…
Cross-straits traffic on the rise
The number of trips made between mainland China and Taiwan could hit record levels by the end of the year.
The forecast came in response to recent figures released by Chinese…
Taiwan gears up for influx of Chinese tourists
Chinese officials have confirmed individual citizens will be provided the right to visit Taiwan from 28 June onwards.The pilot programme will allow individuals from Shanghai, Beijing and…
China Airlines launches Wuhan flights
China Airlines (CAL) yesterday inaugurated direct scheduled flights between Taipei's Taoyuan International Airport and Wuhan, Hubei province. The airline's CAL President,…
Chinese airline punctuality worsens
The punctuality of Chinese airlines has dropped to its lowest level in five years, according to recent data from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC). Reported by the China…
CAL, China Eastern launch cross-Strait codeshare
The China Airlines (CAL) Group has announced that CAL and Mandarin Airlines have launched codesharing cooperation with China Eastern Airlines and its subsidiary Shanghai Airlines. Through…
China Airlines launches new cross-Strait codeshare
The China Airlines (CAL) Group and Xiamen Airlines have jointly launched codesharing cooperation on flights between Taiwan and mainland China, between Mandarin Airlines and Xiamen…
Pan Pacific to open two new hotels in Ningbo
Singapore, 14 June, 2010: Pan Pacific Hotels Group has announced it will open new properties Pan Pacific Ningbo and Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Ningbo in Zhejiang, China.
This follows the…
China Airlines launches new cross-Strait route
June 14, 2010 - China Airlines today inaugurated new direct cross-strait scheduled service from Taipei Songshan Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, marking a historic milestone…
Executive Appointments w/e 10 June 2010
TODD WYNNE-PARRY has been appointed Vice President, Development - North America for the Pan Pacific Hotels Group. With 30 years experience, he most recently served as IHG's…
Tiger launches more Greater China routes
Tiger Airways announced plans to introduce even more destinations to Greater China, following the huge popularity of its existing routes.Rosalynn Tay, Managing Director of Tiger…
China opens first undersea tunnel
Mainland China's first undersea tunnel has opened to traffic in the southeastern province of Fujian. According to a Xinhua report, the 8.7km road tunnel connects Xiamen Island to the…
Direct flights to link China with eastern Taiwan
Three Taiwanese airlines will begin chartered flight services from eastern Taiwan's Hualien and Taitung cities to Chinese, Taiwan News reported the country's Tourism Bureau as saying.…
Wyndham adds four hotels in China
PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 9 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Following the recent addition of three luxury hotels in the key markets of Shanghai, Changsha and Hangzhou, Wyndham Hotel…
Air China launches direct flights to Jiuzhaigou
(Beijing, April 8, 2010): From April 25th, Air China will launch direct flights between Beijing and Jiuzhaigou, and from May 10th direct flights between Shanghai and…
IT&CM China 2010 opens in Shanghai
7 April 2010, Shanghai - IT&CM (Incentive Travel & Conventions, Meetings) China 2010 opens today at the ShanghaiMart Expo. Over the next three days, delegates…
ST Aerospace clinches SG$1b maintenance contract with Jet Airways
ST Aerospace, a unit of Singapore-listed ST Engineering, has edged out 10 other contenders to land a major maintenance deal with India's Jet Airways. The SG$1-billion contract is…
Azamara Club Cruises announces 2011-12 itinerary
MIAMI, April 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Azamara Club Cruises unveiled its new tagline, "You'll love where we take you," just three months ago, and today, it announced an…
Tiger Airways eyes three new Indian routes
Singapore, 23 February 2010: Tiger Airways today announced that it has received its second aircraft that it owns. The Airbus A320 is the second of two aircraft purchased through a…
Tiger’s growth continues in January
Singapore, 10 February 2010: Tiger Airways Holdings today announced strong operating statistics for January 2010, continuing the momentum of growth from the quarter ending 31…
Pan Pacific Suzhou welcomes first guests
Suzhou, 11 January, 2010 - The new Pan Pacific Suzhou officially opened its doors today. The landmark 481-room property located in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province,…
JAL outlines major capacity cuts
The JAL Group announced today, further changes to its overall route andflight frequency plan for the second half of FY2009, and plans for aportion of its domestic passenger…
Wyndham to open three Ramada hotels in Bangkok
HONG KONG (Sept. 9, 2009) - Wyndham Hotel Group, the world's largest hotel company with approximately 7,000 hotels and 11 brands, today announced the signing of the…
Wyndham to open three Ramada hotels in Thailand
HONG KONG (Sept. 9, 2009) - Wyndham Hotel Group, the world's largest hotel company with approximately 7,000 hotels and 11 brands, today announced the signing of the…
Pan Pacific to open in Suzhou
Singapore, 7 September, 2009 - Pan Pacific Hotels Group is set to have another hotel in China next year, in line with its growth strategy for the country. The 484-room…
China Airlines launches scheduled mainland flights
China Airlines (CAL) and its subsidiary, Mandarin Airlines (MDA), have launched new scheduled cross-strait flights to cities in mainland China. The new CAL routes connect Taoyuan…
EVA Air to launch scheduled flights to China
TAIPEI, TAIWAN (Aug. 24, 2009) -- EVA Air and UNI Air will both begin launching scheduled flights to China on Aug. 31, 2009. The two carriers will serve 12…
Staff Appointments w/e 02 July 09
MARK BULMER has been announced as the General Manager of Radisson Suites Bangkok Sukhumvit. Bulmer has extensive experience having worked in various markets including Australia, Vanuatu…
Wyndham brand launches in China
Wyndham Hotel Group has launched its Wyndham Hotels and Resorts brand in China with the opening of the brand's first property in the country; a newly constructed, 588-room luxury hotel…
Taiwan considers building bridge to China
Taiwan and China appear to be taking the term"bridge building" a little too literally. According to a ChannelNews Asiareport, the Taipei government is considering building a…
China approves five more Taiwan ports
China has approved five additional ports for direct shipping with Taiwan, bringing the total to 68. The addition of ports Tongling, Shidao, Laizhou, Taizhou Damaiyu and…
Air China looks to Europe
The company saidthat due to a new National Plan for Leisure and the depreciation in the valueof the Euro, Europe is becoming anincreasingly attractive destination for Chinese tourists.…
Legend of the Seas arrives in Shanghai
Fresh from its first ever arrival in Xiamen (reported in TDA on Friday 13 February), Royal Caribbean International's Legend of the Seas liner has made its maiden call at Shanghai. An…
Surabaya promotes in Shanghai
The Surabaya Tourism Promotion Board (STPB), in cooperation with 34 local travel agencies, is conducting a series of activities in Shanghai to attract more visitors from booming…
Four markets key to Thailand recovery
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has identified four key growth markets it hopes will continue to drive arrivals growth in 2009. The Bangkok Post has reported that continued healthy…
TAT aiming to boost ‘slow’ markets
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has said it will revise its strategies to boost tourists from slowing markets, following the recent slump in visitor arrivals. The Nation has…
STAFF APPOINTMENTS w/e 28 August 08
YIM CHOON HING has been appointed Millennium & Copthorne Hotels' (M&C) new Chief Operating Officer - Asia. Yim joins M&C with 29 years of hospitality industry experience with…
Staff Appointments w/e 21 August 08
TED TENG has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of The Leading Hotels of the World. Teng managed his own hotel investment and operations firm, Prime Opus…
Staff Appointments w/e 14 August
CHRISTOPH SCHIPPEL has been announced as Etihad's new Vice President of Flight Operations. Captain Schippel will be responsible for all aspects of Etihad's flight operations, plus…
Dragonair to boost China services
Dragonair will increase its frequency of passenger flights to Ningbo and Xiamen in response to increasing demand, the Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation has reported. Ningbo services will…
Thai LCCs curtail services
Three of Thailand's low-cost airlines (LCCs) have announced the reduction and rescheduling of services due to high fuel costs. Nok Air, One-Two-Go and Thai AirAsia have all slashed…
China tiger photos ‘fake’
Photographs allegedly taken of a rare South China tiger in the wild were fakes, Xinhua have reported officials in Shaanxi Province as saying. The photographer, farmer Zhou Zhenglong, has…
Cebu Pacific’s free seats
Cebu Pacific has raised the ante in an ongoing price war with rivals, offering hundreds of thousands of "free" seats for its domestic and international routes.
In a statement, the carrier…
More Easy Inns
Chinese budget hotel chain Easy Inn plans to add five outlets to its portfolio this year.
Two of these outlets - in Xinlin District and the Huli District of Xiamen - are currently being…
Thai AirAsia looks to consolidation
Bangkok Post reported him as saying that the airline also did not have the aircraft capacity to fly new routes, possibly to Bali, Dhaka, Kunming and India.Last month, it…
SuperStar Virgo in HK
SuperStar Virgo, the flagship of Star Cruises' Asian fleet, has arrived in Hong Kong. The move is part of Star Cruises' fleet deployment plan to have its vessels call at more…
Xiaman Airlines connects Tianjin-Macau
Xiamen Airlines launched its Tianjin-Macau service over the weekend. With the service, the Macau Government Tourist Office is launching a series of promotional activities in Tianjin…
Virgo goes to Hong Kong
As part of its seasonal deployment programme, Star Cruises' SuperStar Virgo will move to Hong Kong in April. "The deployment of the extravagant cruise ship to Hong Kong indicates the…
AirAsia direct to Guangzhou
AirAsia is starting direct daily flights to Guangzhou via Baiyun airport from the LCC Terminal in Kuala Lumpur from January 16. This will be the fourth destination to mainland China after…
New Chinese rail lines cut travel time
China has started to build two new railway lines in Fujian Province on the southeastern coast, which will slash travel times between the coastal and inland areas.
One of the railways…
CPA flies to China
One-way tickets to Guangzhou, Xiamen and Macau are being pegged at PHP888 (US$19) for the debut. Budget Shanghai flights will follow in October.
