THAI operates flights to Yangon and Dhaka with Airbus A320
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) proceeds with the restructuring of business operation in aviation of the company and THAI Smile Airways.
Thai Vietjet supports operating Bangkok – Yangon flights
Thai Vietjet, in support to its partner’s request, operates international direct flights between Bangkok and Yangon, from June 1 – 20, 2023, with following schedule.
Yangon airport handled 6.5 million passengers in 2019
Yangon Aerodrome Company (YACL), the airport management company of Yangon International Airport (YIA), announced that the main aviation gateway of Myanmar closed 2019 with a record high…
Yangon airport launches Myanmar’s first-ever premium service lounge
Yangon International Airport (YIA) unveiled the Mingalar Sky Premium Lounge, the first 24-hour, five-star premium lounge to offer express passenger check-in in the country.
Located at…
Flydubai to launch flights to Krabi and Yangon
Dubai-based flydubai has announced plans to launch flights to Krabi in Thailand and Yangon in Myanmar, expanding its network to Southeast Asia. The new daily flights are codeshared with…
Yangon and Dhaka on Indigo route now
IndiGo has announced two new international routes — Delhi-Dhaka (Bangladesh) and Kolkata-Yangon (Myanmar). While the Kolkata-Yangon daily will start from 20 September, the Delhi-Dhaka…
Minor Hotels introduces Avani and Oaks brands to Yangon, Myanmar
Minor Hotels, a hotel owner, operator and investor, currently with a portfolio of more than 520 hotels in 53 countries, will debut its Avani and Oaks brands in Yangon, Myanmar, with the…
Yangon’s First Lifestyle Hotel Now Open
Yangon gained its first design hotel on 7 September, with the opening of Hotel G Yangon, centrally located at the heart of the city’s vibrant entertainment neighbourhood.
Guests…
Where to Stay: new hotels in Beijing, Jakarta, Yangon and more
Hilton Yantai
Location: Within the Shimao Skyscraper, a 323-metre-high building in Yantai, overlooking the Bohai Strait in China's Shandong province
Grade: Upper-upscale
Keys: 252…
The Strand Cruise starts sailing to Yangon
The Strand Cruise has announced details of a new voyage along the Irrawaddy (or Ayeyarwady) River between Mandalay and Yangon.
The new itinerary will cover 959km over 11 days, leaving…
Discover Seoul in Style with 4x Weekly Flights from MAI
MAI offers four weekly flights from Yangon to Seoul-Incheon on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays, catering to a diverse range of travel purposes, including weekend getaways, business…
Air India appoints Oscar Travel Services as passenger GSA in Malaysia
Air India has selected Oscar Travel Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Oscar Holidays, to serve as its Passenger General Sales Agent (GSA) in Malaysia.
Air India inaugurates daily, non-stop flights to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Air India inaugurated its daily, non-stop flights between Delhi and Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia). The inaugural flight, operated by Airbus A320neo aircraft, landed at Kuala Lumpur at 2043 Hrs…
Embark on Your Next MAI Adventure: Seamless, Flexible, Affordable Travel
Myanmar Airways International (MIA) offers seamless connections from Yangon (RGN) and Mandalay (MDL) to Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang (DMK) with 49 weekly flights. This is excluding…
Didier Belmonte takes on general manager post at Crimson Boracay
Chroma Hospitality announced the appointment of French hotelier Didier Belmonte to Crimson Resort and Spa Boracay as its new general manager.
Air India to begin flights to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from 15 September
Air India, India’s global airline, will start non-stop services between Delhi and Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia, starting 15 September 2024.
SIA Group posts record full year net profit of $2,675 million
The demand for air travel remained buoyant throughout FY2023/24, boosted by a rebound in North Asia as China, Hong Kong SAR, Japan, and Taiwan fully reopened their borders.
Etihad Airways Expands Global Network with Five New Interline Partnerships
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has announced the launch of reciprocal interline partnerships with five new airline partners, further expanding
Etihad Airways boosts interline deals with five airlines making travel smoother
Etihad Airways has launched reciprocal interline partnerships with five new airline partners, further expanding travel options for guests across its expanding global network.
Pan Pacific Hotels Group introduces “Thoughtful Hospitality: Bespoke Meeting Experiences”
Thoughtful Hospitality: Bespoke Meeting Experiences delivers tailored offerings that embody the unique attributes of the Group’s brands, perfectly aligning with every client’s specific …
Fly into Festive Bliss: MAI’s Exclusive Thingyan Travel Offers Await!
Myanmar Airways International offers exclusive Thingyan deals, inviting travelers to soar amidst the festive fervor of Myanmar New Year. With unbeatable fares and flexible travel dates, it's…
Air India to fly to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam from 01 June 2024
Air India, India’s global airline, will start non-stop service between Delhi and Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) in Vietnam, starting 01 June 2024.
MAI aims to enhance connectivity to existing markets & braces for the Chinese market recovery
In an interview with Brand TD, Tanes Kumar, Acting Chief Executive Officer & Chief Commercial Officer of Myanmar Airways International (MAI), shares more about the airline, its expansion…
Malaysia Airlines launches cyber sale on flights from London Heathrow
Malaysia Airlines, the national carrier of Malaysia and a member of the oneworld Alliance, has now launched its Cyber Sale on flights from London Heathrow to over 30 destinations across…
Oceania Cruises Unveils Magical Holiday Voyages
Oceania Cruises, the world’s top culinary and destination-focused cruise company, offers once-in-a-lifetime holiday voyages on seven small, luxurious ships. Over 40 sailings from Miami,…
Nok Air starts flights from Bangkok to Hyderabad
Nok Air, one of Thailand’s most popular airline proudly commenced their operations from Bangkok to Hyderabad from 21st February, 2023, while the first flight from Hyderabad to Bangkok…
Oceania Cruises reveals exotic explorations in Asia with newly re-inspired Riviera
Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, announces that the newly re-inspired Riviera will sail in Asia for the first time due to unprecedented…
Thailand’s Nok Air to commence operations to Hyderabad on February 19
Nok Air, one of Thailand’s most popular airlines will commence operations from Bangkok to Hyderabad on 19 February 2023. The Airline will operate 4 Weekly non-stop flights from its hub…
MAI expands its regional footprint with Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Phuket & Phnom Penh
Myanmar Airways International (MAI), Myanmar's largest carrier, is continuing its network expansion as the airline added three regional destinations with Hanoi (HAN), Ho Chi Minh (SGN) and…
Report of the Skal Asia President at the 51st AGM SIAA
Report of the Asia President at the 51st AGM SIAA
4th June 2022
Andrew J Wood
Pictured:
SKAL ASIA President Andrew J Wood addressing delegates at the recent virtual AGM in the…
Myanmar relaunches tourist e-visa services
Myanmar has resumed accepting tourist e-visa applications from this week more than two years after the country suspended all new e-visa applications
Myanmar resumes reopening phase
Myanmar Tourism Marketing said it is now possible for international business and leisure travellers to visit the country if they are full vaccinated and meet the criteria to secure an online…
Myanmar reopens to travellers
Myanmar will reopen to international tourists on 17 April, the junta government announced after a two-year shut-down due to the Covid-19 pandemic
Southeast Asian countries are the friendliest in the world
British travel guide book Rough Guide asked their Twitter and Facebook friends and followers which country they thought was the friendliest in the world.
Podcast: A tale of two cities
Featuring: Paul Chai..When I first visited the Burmese city of Yangon ten years ago it was far from sleepy. Soon after arrival I found myself tucking into a spicy salad of fermented tea…
SKÅL International Bangkok’s part to help a mother repatriate her teacher son
A story of tenacity and resourcefulness of a mother who was determined to succeed.
Podcast: Inspiring Temples of Bagan Myanmar
In those days, Bagan was the biggest city in the country we now know as Myanmar, or Burma. In fact it was a very religious city. Staunchly Buddhist, whose citizens built over 10,000…
Status of tourism reopening in Southeast Asian countries
One thing is certain, all countries are keen to reopen and tourism stakeholders are hard at work in coming up with a plan so that we can all travel again.
5 Most Interesting Tourist Places to Visit in Myanmar
in September 2014, Myanmar evisa from India launched. It permits travellers to get their visa within 28 days. Thus, to witness the best glimpses, no better tourist destination than Myanmar.
Getting Thailand back on its feet – an interview with David Barrett
Industry expert and respected marketeer David Barrett in discussion with Andrew J Wood on recovering from the impact of the coronavirus on Thailand’s formidable travel and tourism industry.
New DMC unveiled in South East Asia region
A new and exciting DMC in the South East Asia region - Travel Exclusive Asia has been launched. The brainchild of tourism industry veterans André van der Marck and Gerben Bloemendaal and…
Banyan Tree and Htoo join hands to boost hospitality landscape in Myanmar
Banyan Tree Holdings (through its wholly-owned subsidiary Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts) and Myanmar Treasure Hotel & Resort Group Company (better known as Htoo Hospitality)…
Meet the restaurants that are embracing a culture of local sourcing
Sourcing local is not simply a trend, but rather has become a key component of many restaurants’ endeavours to ensure fresh and tasty ingredients, promote environmental sustainability, and…
Hahn Air Foundation inaugurates school in Myanmar
Nico Gormsen, general manager of Hahn Air inaugurated the Hahn Air School in Myanmar on behalf of the Hahn Air Foundation. The festive ceremony was attended by almost 500 citizens of the…
10 cheapest cities perfect for backpacking escape in Asia
Backpacking is the type of travelling that gives travellers the opportunity to visit a number of locations and experience a whole host of different cuisines, attractions and scenery in the…
Hotels G spreads the holiday cheer this festive season
Whether you're into the magic of White Christmas or looking for powder-soft sands — from Singapore to Yangon, to Pattaya and Bangkok — Hotels G, managed by GCP Hospitality, is the ideal…
Meliá Hotels: “Our goal is to foster high-quality, sustainable growth”
In this exclusive TD interview, we caught up with Pablo Aloy Gomez, general manager of Meliá Yangón, to find out more about Yangon as a destination, the hotel's overarching strategy, and…
Cruise news: Genting Dream to the rescue!
On our cruise radar this week, Genting Dream performs a daring rescue in Malaysia, Princess Cruises offers free spending money or flights, Swoop Antarctica releases a statement and more.
Alternative accommodation for community living
We talk to Tony Chisholm, COO at GCP Hospitality
Experience Myanmar’s golden past with The Strand
15% off best available rate for hotel and cruise bookings for TD readers
Myanmar expands visa-on-arrival list
Myanmar has added more countries to its visa-on-arrival list to make it easier for tourists to visit the country as it raises its tourism appeal worldwide. Effective from October,…
Myanmar Airways makes Seoul its 10th destination
Myanmar Airways International has confirmed it will introduce a new nonstop service from its Yangon base to Seoul in South Korea this December. The airline, which has strong links with…
Bangkok Airways teams up with Shopee
Bangkok Airways has partnered with Shopee, an e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan. The tie up is part of a promotion called ‘2019 Shopee 9.9 Super Shopping Day’ and creates…
Avis makes inroads into Myanmar
Car rental brand Avis, has announced its latest expansion into Myanmar to support both business and leisure travellers. The new Avis Myanmar head office is located at Inya Lake Hotel,…
IndiGo to enter Vietnam, expand in China
After rapidly expanding its presence in Asia, Europe and the Middle East, IndiGo plans to add destinations such as Hanoi and Chengdu to its flight schedule from September quarter…
Airbus A220-300 hits the road in Asia
An Airbus A220-300 flight test aircraft will visit six Asian destinations as part of a demonstration tour across the region. After a stopover at Seoul’s Incheon Airport the aircraft heads to…
Avani scores a hat-trick in Bangkok
Avani Hotels and Resorts announced the opening of its latest property, the Avani Sukhumvit Bangkok hotel today -- the third Avani to open in Bangkok.
Found just half an hour from…
Bagan’s special highlights of Myanmar tour
With Myanmar’s ancient capital, Bagan, now inscribed into the UNESCO World Heritage list, new offerings are being rolled out by various travel companies to promote the destination.…
Experience Myanmar’s golden past with The Strand
15% off best available rate for hotel and cruise bookings for TD readers
“We want to add value to local communities as well as clients”
We talk to GCP Hospitality COO, Tony Chisholm
Alternative accommodation for community living
Ride-sharing; home-sharing; space-sharing... the list of community-focussed words that form part of our everyday lives seems to grow on a weekly basis. It's now a regular occurence to take a…
G Talk: “Creating a community within the hotels”
We spoke to Marc Bichet, chief marketing officer at GCP Hospitality, to learn more about the GTalk initiative:
“Hard work, the fire inside, dedication and respect”
We speak to new Maître Cuisinier de France chef Sylvain Royer
Travel tech this week: AirAsia’s AVA, CashlessSentosa, and more
This week, we saw how companies made use of technology to improve their services, making it convenient for their customers. AirAsia introduced its AI chatbot and Triptease announced…
Hot hotel openings: Nobu beats in the heart of Poland
On this week’s edition of hot hotel openings, we’ve got properties from Nobu Hotels, Belmond Cap Juluca, Wyndham, LUX, and Best Western.
Dusit International spurs Asian growth with ASAI debut in Myanmar
Thailand’s Dusit International has signed a hotel management agreement to launch the ASAI brand in Myanmar, slated to open in 2020.
Tourism: Key to the rise of new-age Asian tigers
Cracking the inbound tourism growth to determine the new age Asian tigers.
20/20 Vision: Wyndham’s APAC president’s plans for 2019 and beyond
Following the Wyndham Hotels & Resorts split from parent company Wyndham Worldwide earlier this year, it was necessary to install a new head honcho for APAC. Opting to recruit internally…
“China remains a priority” as Rosewood adds four to Asian network
Hong Kong based luxury hospitality group Rosewood Hotel Group is stepping up its Asia expansion with the opening of four new properties in China, Southeast Asia and India, they announced…
We speak to the GM of Grand Mercure in Myanmar – Accor’s latest gem in the “land of gems”
We chat with the general manager of the newest property, Vinoth Kumar, to discover the hidden gem – Yangon and the first Grand Mercure in Myanmar.
Three’s a charm: Vietjet launches third Japanese connection
Vietjet has announced the launch of its new Hanoi - Tokyo (Narita, Japan) service with a special promotion on flights to a choice selection of some the airlines more popular destinations…
AccorHotels’ Grand Mercure debuts in Myanmar
Grand Mercure announces the opening of its first property in Myanmar.
Myanmar’s Air KBZ announces interline agreement with Hahn Air
Myanmar’s Air KBZ has announced an interline agreement with Hahn Air Lines, allowing more than 100,000 travel agents in 190 countries to book domestic flights in Myanmar.
Osaka Castle to Ha Long Bay in half a day: Vietjet launches new route
Roll up, roll up! Vietnamese low cost carrier (LCC) Vietjet is celebrating two new routes by releasing tickets for one million flights for free.
Pandaw announces one-time Asia voyage through southern Burma
Asia cruise pioneer Pandaw has announced a new river and ocean voyage that will explore southern Burma, setting sail on 28 February 28 2019.
Dusit International unveils new hotel brand for millennial-minded travellers
Dusit International has introduceda new hotel brand – ASAI Hotels – designed for millennial-minded travellers who want local and authentic experiences in the world’s most vibrant…
AVANI levels up with AVANI+ brand reconfiguration
Minor Hotels' new brand extension, AVANI+, aims to take things slightly higher by using, “a little bit extra” to enhance the existing brand without creating a new one. We spoke to…
All that Zazz: APM backs millennial-focussed Maldives lifestyle island
Following yesterday’s announcement that Hong Kong’s Asia Prestige Management (APM) have purchased Ranveli Island Resort as part of their strategy to boost their Zazz brand in the region, I…
Pan Pacific Hotels and Resorts debuts in Myanmar
Pan Pacific Hotels Group has announced the opening Pan Pacific Yangon in November, the first property in Myanmar under the brand.
The 25-storey Pan Pacific Yangon sits within Junction…
The latest appointments from Jet Airways, Sabre, Rosewood and more
VINAY DUBE has been announced as the new chief executive officer of Jet Airways. An experienced aviation professional with almost three decades of experience, Dube has held roles with…
Myanmar tourism up 10% in first half
Myanmar experienced a sharp rise in visitor arrivals in the first half of 2017.
According to data from the Myanmar Tourism Federation (MTF), arrivals at the country's three main…
Where to Stay: new hotels in Thailand, Vietnam, Hong Kong and more
X2 Vibe Bangkok Sukhumvit Hotel
Location: In the On Nut district of Bangkok
Grade: Upper-midscale
Keys: 145 rooms and 121 serviced residences
Facilities: Café, bar, saltwater…
FCM moves into Myanmar
FCM Travel Solutions has formed a new partnership with Oway Travels & Tours, marking the company's entry into Myanmar.
With many of FCM’s clients operating across Asia, Caroline…
AccorHotels adds trio in Myanmar
AccorHotels has signed a major new agreement for three properties in Myanmar.
The partnership with LP Holding will kick off with the opening of the Mercure Mandalay Hill Resort in the…
Emirates expands in ASEAN with Cambodian launch
Emirates has expanded its presence in Southeast Asia with the launch its first ever flights to Cambodia.
The new daily service kicked off this month, coinciding with the start of…
Shwedagon Pagoda in line for UNESCO recognition
The famous Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon could be inscribed on to the UNESCO World Heritage list.
The Irrawaddy news site reports that the ancient golden temple is one of three sites…
Melia bullish on Asian expansion
Melia Hotels International continues to focus its expansion efforts on Asia, as it seeks to boost its performance by tapping into some of the world's fastest-growing travel markets.…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Norwegian, Spring, Air China and more…
Spring adds low-cost link between key Asian cities
Where? Shanghai Pudong (China) to Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? Spring Airlines
Why?…
Pandaw sets sail in unexplored Irrawaddy Delta
Pandaw, the river cruise operator, has unveiled plans for a new voyage around Myanmar's Irrawaddy Delta.
Scheduled to launch in May 2018, the new cruise is designed to explore the…
Best Western targets “quality growth” across Asia
Best Western is aiming to more than double its Asian inventory in the coming years, with the addition of multiple “high-quality” hotels, including many new-builds.
At present, Best…
Myanmar hopeful over Thai tourism deal
Tourism authorities in Myanmar say they are optimistic that a new agreement with Thailand will give the country a tourism boost - especially during the green season.
Thailand and…
Dusit outlines plans for “unprecedented growth”
Dusit International is embarking on what is being described as the most significant period of expansion in the company’s history.
The Thai hotel group said that "an unprecedented period…
Strand Cruise – experience Myanmar through a lens
Following the success of its first classical music voyage along Myanmar’s majestic Ayeyarwady River earlier this month, The Strand Cruise has announced details of new dates for its series…
Thai Lion Air targets trade with Amadeus
Thai Lion Air is aiming to enhance its travel trade sales by distributing its content via the GDS with Amadeus.
The Bangkok-based low-cost carrier is making its fares and inventory…
Emirates to launch flights to Cambodia
Emirates will touch down in Cambodia for the first time this summer, with the launch of services to the capital, Phnom Penh.
Commencing on 1 July 2017, the new route will be operated…
Khiri hopeful following Thailand-Myanmar deal
The head of one of Myanmar's biggest DMCs has said that he is hopeful that a new agreement between Thailand and Myanmar will lead to greater cross-border tourism opportunities.
Edwin…
Peninsula breaks ground on first hotel in Myanmar
Construction work has commenced on the Peninsula Yangon, the luxury brand's first ever hotel in Myanmar.
A ground-breaking ceremony was held this week at the site of the former…
Myanmar to go international from southernmost airport
Myanmar is planning to upgrade and expand Kawthaung Airport, in the far south of the country.
The 7 Day Daily reported Myanmar's Minister of Hotels & Tourism, U Ohn Maung, as…
酒店巨头来到缅甸
全球最大的酒店集团之一在缅甸新开了首座酒店。
温德姆（Wyndham），在全球拥有约8000座酒店的集团，近日推出了仰光Tryp酒店，一座位于缅甸最大城市的新酒店。这也是以城市生活为主题的Tryp酒店首次来到东南亚。
“缅甸正迅速成为一个备受国际旅客欢迎的目的地，感谢越来越多外来资本的流入以及仰光快速扩张的国际机场建设，”Barry…
Hotel giant makes debut in Myanmar
One of the world's largest hotel groups has opened its first ever property in Myanmar.
Wyndham, which has a global network of almost 8,000 hotels, has launched the Tryp Yangon, a…
Face-to-Face: May Myat Mon Win
This week, Travel Daily Asia chats with May Myat Mon Win, chair of Myanmar Tourism Marketing, about the country's tourism strategy and targets...
Q) How did Myanmar's tourism…
New Nepalese airline flies to Southeast Asia
Himalaya Airlines, the new Nepalese airline, will launch its first flights to Southeast Asia next month.
Commencing on 10 February 2017, the Kathmandu-based carrier will operate five…
Hotel G to make debut in Singapore
GCP Hospitality will expand its Hotel G concept in Asia this month, with the opening of its first property in Singapore.
Scheduled to launch on 17 November 2016, the new Hotel G…
