Fliggy releases 2024 Buy Now, Plan Later insights report
Online travel services platform Fliggy released its 2024 Buy Now Plan Later Travel Insight today, 10th January.
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Elite Havens offers extensive options to make 2025 your year of travel
Luxury villa rental and management provider Elite Havens offers travellers the opportunity to save as they satisfy their wanderlust in 2025.
WeTravel and Fieldbook launch a free ‘Mastering Tour Operations’ course
WeTravel, the operating system for multi-day, group travel businesses, and Fieldbook launched in the WeTravel Academy a free, self-driven course Mastering Tour Operations: Your Guide to…
AirAsia MOVE teams up with Antom
Southeast Asian travel booking app and online travel platform AirAsia MOVE (MOVE) formally signed an agreement with Ant International’s Antom on Tuesday, 7th January.
Agoda reveals Asia’s top ten pet-friendly destinations
Digital travel platform Agoda recently ranked Asia’s top 10 most pet-friendly travel destinations, highlighting the growing trend of travelers seeking accommodations that welcome their furry…
Tourism Malaysia introduces the Borneo Green Bike Tour
Tourism Malaysia has launched the Borneo Green Bike Tour, a new eco-friendly initiative by Smart Leisure & Travels that encourages responsible tourism in Kuching, Sarawak.
Journey Beyond lauds Indian Pacific’s new Perth–Sydney itinerary
stralian luxury railway Indian Pacific recently celebrated its first extended eastbound itinerary to a five-day journey.
A&K Travel Group announces new appointments for its Asia-Pacific segment
In line with its one-company strategy, the A&K Travel Group (AKTG), parent company of Abercrombie & Kent (A&K) and Crystal, announced two new appointments that reflect its…
Trafalgar presents its insights on Philippine travel trends for 2025
Trafalgar recently shared its insights into the top travel trends shaping the year for Filipino travellers, along with its list of the most sought-after destinations.
Japan National Tourism Organisation encourages foreigners to visit other parts of the country
The Japan National Tourism Organisation (JNTO) is urging foreign tourists to consider less popular destinations within the country rather than focus on Tokyo and Kyoto.
China anticipates travel surge for the Lunar New Year
With the Lunar New Year slated between 28th January and 4th February, several Chinese travel agencies forecast an upward trajectory for both inbound and outbound travel.
Paytm to make travel to Singapore and Thailand more affordable
One97 Communications Limited (OCL), parent company of Indian payments and financial services distribution firm Paytm, announced a series of exciting travel discounts for those planning to…
New report reveals insights into Vietnamese adventure tourism market
American research firm Report Ocean recently released its annual report on the Vietnamese adventure tourism market.
Gold Medal, Pure Luxury, Cruise Plus and Incredible Journeys launch peaks campaigns
Gold Medal and dnata Travel Group UK’s specialist brands Pure Luxury, Cruise Plus and Incredible Journeys have launched into the new year with four exciting peaks campaigns to inspire travel…
Newmarket Holidays launches 2025-27 Brochure featuring 10 New Tours
Newmarket Holidays launches its new 2025-27 brochure, featuring 10 new group holidays that are in print for the first time.
Exodus Adventure Travels announces Special New Year Offer
Exodus Adventure Travels, the award-winning leader in small group guided tours, announced its "More Extraordinary with Exodus in 2025" sale.
Philippines’ participation at 2024 global travel events proves fruitful
The Philippines' Department of Tourism reports that it secured a total of around US$49 million in sales leads from its participation in global tourism events throughout 2024.
Malaysia expects significant increase in foreign arrivals for 2025
Officials from Malaysia’s Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture (MOTAC) expect a significant number of foreign arrivals for this year.
EaseMyTrip’s Year-End Sale
EaseMyTrip.ae, an online travel platform, is offering exclusive deals to help you celebrate the New Year in style.
Helicopter sightseeing banned in Nepal
Helicopter rides for leisure in the Himalayas will soon be a thing of the past at Nepal’s Sagarmatha National Park due to an upcoming ban on helicopter sightseeing.
The Little Book of Incredible Journeys is back for peaks 2025
Launching 03 January 2025, The Little Book of Incredible Journeys is the latest campaign and book from the B2B touring and adventure brand of dnata Travel Group UK - Incredible Journeys.
Metta Voyage introduces new initiative for luxury travel in Southeast Asia
Destination management company Metta Voyage announced its latest transformative initiative to redefine luxury travel for discerning international tourists within Southeast Asia, particularly…
EaseMyTrip launches new franchise store in Srikalahasti, Andhra Pradesh
EaseMyTrip.com, one of India's leading online travel tech platforms, announced the launch of its newest franchise store in Srikalahasti, Andhra Pradesh.
A&K Travel Group rebrands Sanctuary Retreats as A&K Sanctuary
Abercrombie & Kent, the specialist in experiential luxury travel, is relaunching its Sanctuary Retreats portfolio of safari camps and lodges under a new banner: A&K Sanctuary.
Experts report on travel trends in Bali for 2024
Academics from the Unud Tourism Excellence Center in Bali recently presented their findings regarding tourism trends and traveler habits for the past 12 months.
ASEAN Tourism Forum heads to Malaysia in 2025
The ASEAN Tourism Forum 2025 is slated for 15th to 20th January 2025 in Johor, Malaysia with the theme Unity in Motion: Shaping ASEAN’s Tourism Tomorrow.
Cambodia reports 6 million tourist arrivals
Cambodia’s Ministry of Tourism reports that six million foreign visitors came to the country between January and November 2024.
Indonesia Ministry of Tourism targets 16 million tourist arrivals in 2025
The Indonesian Ministry of Tourism (Kemenpar) announced its target of attracting up to 16 million foreign tourists into the country for the coming year.
Agoda reports growing interest in India’s spiritual destinations
During the final quarter of the year, India witnessed an increase in interest from both domestic and international travelers looking to explore popular spiritual destinations.
Gold Medal takes 20 agents to “Stay & Play” on Yas Island
The trip was in partnership with Miral and allowed the attending agents to not only experience the thrills of the Formula 1 at the Grand Prix 2024 finale, but also enjoy the amazing…
Skyscanner unveils new advertising platform, powered by first party data
Skyscanner Ads Platform combines first-party data from the world’s largest air travel audience with smart, proprietary technology in a privacy-centric environment.
Pacific Asia Travel Association releases 2025 PATA Patterns Report
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) UK & Ireland just released its 2025 PATA Patterns report, revealing key travel trends set to shape tourism across the Pacific Asia region.
Australian travellers set their sights on Indonesia, Japan, and Vietnam
The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA)’s December Travel Trends report shows that Australians continue to travel in record numbers.
Arabian Travel Market to focus on innovation, connectivity, and customisation
Key industry trends, particularly innovation, connectivity, and customisation take centre stage at the 32nd edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) slated for 28th April to 1st May 2025 at…
Travelport strengthens alliance with Eurasia Travel Network
Booking solutions developer Travelport and Eurasia Travel Network (ETN) announced the expansion of their long-term agreement today, 10th December.
ATIA and Australian Travel Education part ways after 17 years
The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) and the Australian Travel Education Pty Ltd (ATE), owned by Rick Myatt, announced that they are pursuing individual paths, after 17 years of…
Vietnamese traveltech firm Tubudd introduces Health Buddy
Vietnamese traveltech platform Tubudd recently launched Health Buddy, Vietnam’s first-ever medical service app which connects visiting foreigners with local healthcare facilities.
KKday raises US$70 million for global expansion
Innovative online travel platform KKday announced that it has raised about $70 million in funding, marking a significant milestone in the company's global expansion strategy.
EaseMyTrip unveils Winter Carnival Sale 2024
EaseMyTrip.com, one of India's online travel tech platforms, is thrilled to announce its Winter Carnival Sale 2024, a spectacular celebration of winter travel experiences.
Contiki launches four new Asian trip packages
Youth travel brand Contiki announced its latest trip launch in Asia, offering four packages to the region’s trending destinations.
Journeys With Purpose reveals the conservation milestones to experience in 2025
Journeys With Purpose, the conservation travel specialist, reveals the conservation milestones to experience in 2025.
Last minute offers on TTC Tour Brands Christmas Getaways
For clients looking for a last-minute festive getaway, holidaymakers are able to save up to 15% on select tours from TTC Tour Brands.
EaseMyTrip partners with Yas Island Abu Dhabi
EaseMyTrip.com and Yas Island, Abu Dhabi - the leisure and entertainment destination in the Middle East region are teaming up to deliver an unparalleled travel experience.
Traveloka announces deals for the last double-day of 2024
Southeast Asian online travel platform Traveloka invites travellers to unlock their dream holiday as 2024 draws to a close with the Traveloka 12.12 Last Double Day Deal.
ATIA upholds commitment to safeguard members’ data
The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) reaffirms its commitment to safeguarding the sensitive financial data of its members in light of ongoing preparations for the FY24…
Discover Aboriginal Experiences expands portfolio with seven new members
Australia's Discover Aboriginal Experiences (DAE) continues to grow its portfolio with the addition of seven new member companies.
Snowsport Scotland and England enters partnership with Slovakia’s High Tatras and Liptov regions
Snowsport Scotland and Snowsport England confirmed its new partnership with the Slovakian regions of the High Tatras and Liptov for the forthcoming winter season.
Philippines seeks to draw in more Indian tourists via new e-Visa system
The Philippine Department of Tourism announced that it is ready to capture India’s rising outbound market through the implementation of its new e-Visa system in India.
Trip.com’s Country Retreats featured in UN Global Compact ESG 20 report
Trip.com Group’s Country Retreats initiative was cited in the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC)’s latest ESG 20 Report.
ixigo Trains onboards cricket icon Rohit Sharma as Brand Ambassador
ixigo, India’s OTA for the Next Billion Users, has onboarded Indian cricket icon Rohit Sharma as the brand ambassador for its trains app.
What’s trending in walking for 2025?
From group adventures that connect like-minded people through shared experiences to multi-generational family holidays that bridge the generation gap, these trends reflect the evolving ways…
Bedsonline unveils its Bedsonline Rewards loyalty programme
HBX Group’s Bedsonline has launched a new loyalty programme for travel agents the world over: Bedsonline Rewards.
EaseMyTrip launches EMT Desk
EaseMyTrip.com has unveiled EMT Desk, an all-in-one platform tailored to transform corporate travel. Designed to meet the needs of modern businesses.
Wonderful Indonesia Sales Mission makes its way to China
Indonesia’s Tourism Ministry conducted the Wonderful Indonesia Sales Mission in two key Chinese cities on the 20th and 24th of November.
Montenegro to experience significant growth in 2025 with Jet2
This year, the UK’s largest tour operator and third largest airline, Jet2.com, saw record ticket sales from UK travellers for holidays to Montenegro.
Philippines generates US$7.4 million in sales leads at World Travel Market 2024
The Philippines reports that its delegation generated over US$7.4 million in sales leads at the 2024 World Travel Market (WTM) held in London earlier this month.
MakeMyTrip introduces multi-currency payment options
MakeMyTrip recently announced its compliance with GDPR, enabling accessibility to the MMT Platform from more than 150 countries.
GlobalData reports 10 percent decrease in travel and tourism deal activity
GlobalData released it's most recent report on global travel and tourism deal activity, noting a 10.4 percent year-on-year decrease in merger and acquisition activities.
Alipay joins Nihao! China Tourism Partnership Programme
Alipay announced the launch of a China Travel Voucher Pack for international travelers in collaboration with several partners, including online travel agencies Fliggy and DiDi, today,…
Amadeus gives Lazada and Fliggy a boost for Singles’ Day
Collaboration between Amadeus, Fliggy, and Lazada has enabled the online travel agency and retail platform to ramp up their air travel offerings for the critical 11th November shopping event…
EaseMyTripunveils new franchise store in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh
EaseMyTrip.com announced the launch of its first franchise store in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, which opened its doors to customers on 27th October.
Tourism operators and reef industry professionals team up during Great Barrier Reef coral spawning
Tourism operators and local reef industry professionals in Queensland, Australia worked through the night during the most remarkable coral spawning event on the planet.
Agoda: Asian travellers flock to the United States for Thanksgiving 2024
Digital travel platform Agoda reports that many Asian travellers are eyeing a trip to the United States for Thanksgiving this year.
MakeMyTrip to acquire Happay Expense Management Platform from CRED
MakeMyTrip announced that it has signed a Business Transfer Agreement to acquire Happay Expense Management Platform from CRED.
Trip.com reveals Q3-2024 results
Trip.com announced robust growth in its financial and operations results for the quarter ending 30th September 2024.
Traveloka’s Caesar Indra shares insights regarding fraud prevention in travel
Traveloka president Caesar Indra shared his thoughts regarding the need for fraud prevention in the global travel sector in a recent op-ed piece he shared online.
WiT experts: Uneven recovery seen in Asia Pacific travel markets
Experts pointed out the uneven recovery of the Asia Pacific travel market post-pandemic at the recently concluded Web in Travel conference in Singapore.
Intrepid Travel’s James Thornton is 2024 CEO of the Year
Intrepid Travel chief executive James Thornton came away with the coveted overall CEO of the Year award at The CEO Magazine’s 2024 Executive of the Year Awards.
Latin American ‘superApp’ Rappi partners with Civitatis to launch tours and activities vertical
Civitatis, the leading curated marketplace for tours and activities in Spanish, and Latin American ‘superApp’ Rappi are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership, launching a new…
Sri Lankan DMC Hayleys Travels celebrates 40th anniversary
Sri Lankan destination management company Hayleys Travels recently celebrated 40 years of curating unforgettable journeys across the island destination.
EaseMyTrip acquires Planet Education
EaseMyTrip.com, one of India's largest online travel tech platforms, announced the approval of acquisition of Planet Education Australia Pty Ltd, an Australia-based comprehensive education…
Elite Havens invites registered travel partners to book a villa to win a Bangkok getaway
Luxury villa rental and management provider Elite Havens offers registered travel partners an exclusive opportunity to win a three-night luxury stay.
Web in Travel Singapore sets its sights on the traveller experience
The 2024 Web in Travel (WiT) Singapore conference turned its attention to the dynamic world of tours and activities.
Agoda: Thai marriage equality law could boost annual tourist arrivals by up to 4 million
Digital travel platform Agoda’s latest study reveals how Thailand’s landmark marriage equality legislation is set to deliver an additional four million international visitors per year within…
ITB China partners with Tourism Economics and the Trip.com Group for its 2025 Travel Trends Report
ITB China is slated to release its annual Travel Trends Report Unlocking the future of Chinese travel: Groundbreaking insights into China’s outbound and inbound travel markets for 2025/2026…
Virgin Atlantic Holidays glides into the festive season
Virgin Atlantic Holidays is bringing the sunshine to chilly London town this Christmas, as it launches its partnership with SKATE at Somerset House, the premier winter experience in the…
Smart travel planner Speakspots.com launches flights
AI travel planner Speakspots.com announced the launch of real-time flights packages for its users.
MakeMyTrip launches new campaign with Alia & Ranveer
MakeMyTrip has launched a new campaign that humorously addresses real travel challenges. This three-film campaign focuses on MakeMyTrip’s accommodation offerings: International Hotels,…
Indonesia puts its best foot forward at Taipei International Travel Fair
Indonesia showed off five of its high-priority destinations at this year’s Taipei International Travel Fair (TITF) in Taiwan.
AIME 2025 gears up to become the Asia Pacific’s leading business event
The Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) is set to cement its status as the number one business event in the Asia Pacific region with a blockbuster 2025 event.
Active Travel Group reports bumper first-half trading, up 26% year-on- year
Wilderness Group sales in the six-month period for 31st October are up 45%, with ‘phenomenal growth’ in premium custom bookings both direct and from international trade partners.
Cygnett announces partnership with Luxury Escapes
Australian tech accessory brand Cygnett entered a new partnership with travel firm Luxury Escapes to keep travellers powered and connected on their next escape.
Qiddiya launches Play Qiddiya City
Qiddiya is proud to announce the launch of its dedicated Destination Marketing and Management Organisation (DMMO).
EaseMyTrip partners with Hyperface
EaseMyTrip.com one of India's leading online travel platforms forms a strategic partnership with Hyperface, Asia’s First Credit Cards as a Service (CCaaS) platform.
Singapore Tourism Board signs understanding with Skyscanner
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and global travel app Skyscanner signed a two-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to promote Singapore as a preferred travel destination.
RocketRez revolutionises guest communication for tours and attractions with Relay
Canadian tours and attractions platform developer RocketRez is slated to launch a new communication automation platform on Tuesday, 12th November.
Newmarket Holidays unwraps Lapland Tours for Christmas… 2025!
Newmarket Holidays has begun next year's Christmas countdown already with the launch of day trips to see Santa in Swedish Lapland for December 2025.
Indian Travellers lead APAC with 3 in 5 planning to travel more in 2025: Skyscanner Horizons Report
Skyscanner has published its latest industry travel report exploring the latest trends in travel. Titled ‘Skyscanner Horizons: 2024/5 spending, planning and destination insights’, the report…
Up Norway launches Norwegian corporate retreats and workations
Bespoke Norwegian corporate retreats unite remote teams through adventure across fjords, fishing villages, and creative hubs.
Thailand brings “Ignite Thailand’s Tourism” vision to ITB Asia 2024
The Tourism Authority of Thailand brought its home country’s sustainable and responsible tourism initiatives to the forefront at ITB Asia 2024 in Singapore.
CT Partners successfully concludes 20th annual conference
CT Partners, Australia’s third-largest travel buying group, wrapped up its landmark 20th annual conference in Hội An, Vietnam.
Phetchaburi, Thailand to host PATA Destination Marketing Forum
Phetchaburi in central Thailand has been announced as the host city for this year's PATA Destination Marketing Forum.
Independent Travel Managers’ Platform Dreamport goes global
Catering to the growing demand for remote work possibilities in the travel and hospitality industry, Trevolution Group, the global market leader operating ASAP Tickets, Skylux Travel, Oojo,…
Philippine Department of Tourism to showcase country at WTM 2024
The Philippine Department of Tourism announced its attendance at this year’s World Travel Market (WTM) slated for this week in London.
ixigo reports strong growth in operating cashflow & adjusted EBITDA in Q2 FY25
Q2 FY25 GTV +40% YoY, Revenue from Operations INR 206.5 Cr (+26% YoY) Q2 FY25 Adjusted EBITDA of INR 21 Cr (+326% YoY)
Expedia Group partners with Microsoft Bing
Expedia Group and Microsoft Corp. have announced a new strategic partnership, bringing together their respective loyalty programmes to offer Bing users additional rewards on bookings powered…
ATIA welcomes Australian federal government’s COVID-19 response report
ATIA recently welcomed the release of the Australian Federal Government’s COVID-19 Response Inquiry Report.
4Sale sees surge in listings by 11% & daily active users by 5% since August
4Sale Kuwait’s largest online classifieds platform - sees surge in listings (11%) & daily active users (5%) - since August launch of new categories.
Australia’s InTravel Group celebrates tenth anniversary
Indigenous-owned corporate travel management company InTravel Group celebrates its tenth year of delivering high-quality travel solutions with a strong focus on positive social impact.
Traveloka partners with Lotte Hotels and Resorts for exclusive deals
Traveloka announced a new partnership with Lotte Hotels and Resorts, South Korea’s largest hotel group, today, 29th October.
Saga Travel Group appoints Sabre as its travel tech provider
Sabre Corporation announced a new, strategic multi-year agreement with Saga Travel Group, who provide award winning tours, hotel holidays and tailor-made adventures for the over 50s
Tourism Malaysia lets travellers get creative and crafty whilst on holiday
Tourism Malaysia recently entered a collaboration with national crafts authority Kraftangan Malaysia and other agencies under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture.
Travel + Leisure releases third-quarter financials
Vacation ownership and membership travel firm Travel + Leisure Co released its financial results for the third quarter of this year.
EaseMyTrip opens first franchise store in Bhubaneswar, Odisha
This is the 19th store under the flagship EaseMyTrip Franchise program, further strengthening the brand’s offline presence across India
EU experts: the future of tourism is written in artificial intelligence
Speakers at this year’s Tourism Innovation Summit (TIS) recently discussed the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in the tourism sector and European regulations related to its use.
Appier empowers Vietourist with AI-driven solutions
Appier announced that its technical partnership with Vietnamese tourism company Vietourist has been successful.
Klook expands partnership with Google Cloud
Asian online travel platform Klook and Google Cloud today announced an expanded AI partnership that will equip the former’s entire organisation with a shared AI infrastructure layer to…
Tourism Malaysia shows off the country’s best at Tourism EXPO Japan
Malaysia’s Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, through its agency Tourism Malaysia, brought the best that the country could offer to this year’s Tourism Expo Japan.
DidaTravel reveals key insights from this year’s Golden Week holiday
Travel distribution firm DidaTravel presented a report on key hotel booking trends observed during China’s recent Golden Week holiday period.
TravelAI declares end of its “proof of concept” phase
Travel technology firm TravelAI.com announced that its applied use of AI is already delivering returns for 2024.
Trip.com Group reports surge in global cruise bookings
Trip.com Group reported a remarkable surge in global cruise bookings, with a 344 percent year-on-year growth.
Klook renews partnership with Wild Welfare
Asian travel services platform Klook recently renewed its partnership with prominent international animal welfare charity Wild Welfare.
WebBeds presents an inspiring new destination video for Pattaya
WebBeds reaffirmed its commitment to the long-term prosperity of Thailand’s tourism and hospitality industries with the launch of an innovative new visual campaign.
Walk Japan announces new Onsen Gastronomy tour
Walk Japan recently launched its newest tour offering; the Onsen Gastronomy: Noto tour in the scenic Noto Peninsula.
Registration opened for ninth South Pacific Tourism Exchange
Registrations are now open for the 9th South Pacific Tourism Exchange (SPTE) scheduled for 9 and 10 May 2025.
Journey Beyond announces five new appointments
Journey Beyond announced the addition of five new positions to its sales team as part of its ongoing global expansion initiative.
Agoda offers tips on how to do onsen trips the Japanese way
Agoda presents some tips on getting into onsen, Japan's unique hot spring spa culture, for first-time travellers.
Jet2CityBreaks announces two new destinations: Malmo and Bratislava
Jet2CityBreaks has announced the launch of two brand-new destinations for Winter 24/25, with city and Christmas market breaks to Bratislava, as well as festive trips to Malmo available to…
Agoda lists its top five Asian destinations for remote work adventures
Digital travel platform Agoda identified five Asian destinations ideal for remote work trips for solo travellers.
Red Dot Representations inks partnership with Sri Lanka’s Hayleys Travels
Red Dot Representations officially partnered with Hayleys Travels, Sri Lanka’s leading destination management company.
EaseMyTrip.com launches the Travel Utsav Sale
EaseMyTrip.com, one of India's largest online travel tech platforms, has announced the commencement of its grand festive season offer, the Travel Utsav Sale.
Trip.com receives IATA GoGlobal accreditation
Online travel platform Trip.com recently received the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) GoGlobal accreditation.
Asia-Pacific travel leaders troop to Singapore for the Web in Travel conference
Over 500 global travel leaders convened in Singapore on Monday, 14th October, for the annual Web in Travel (WiT) conference.
Global travel agents head to Perth for G’Day Australia 2024
Hundreds of travel agents from around the world made their way to Western Australia to take part in G’day Australia.
Indonesia’s tiket.com extends its long-running partnership with Sabre
Sabre Corporation announced the extension of its long-standing partnership with pioneering Indonesian online travel agent tiket.com.
InterContinental Kuala Lumpur reveals its updated event venues
InterContinental Kuala Lumpur announces the grand unveiling of its flexible, newly refreshed, and award-winning event spaces.
Hong Kong Tourism Board successful with its first travel mission to the Gulf Cooperation Council
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) successfully concluded its first travel mission to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) from 7 to 9 October.
Stay22 expands partnership with Booking.com
Stay22, the travel tech company that offers affiliate revenue generation opportunities for travel content creators, has announced the integration of Booking.com’s wide range of products.
EaseMyTrip announces issuance of 1:1 bonus share following board approval
EaseMyTrip continues to reward its shareholders with a 1:1 bonus share issuance, marking the third such announcement in recent years
Where are Brits Flying for October Half Term 2024?
As the days get shorter, darker and colder, Brits are in need of a getaway during our imminent school half term.
SOTC Travel unveils its new regional films
SOTC Travel announced the launch of its latest campaign featuring six vibrant films in six key regional languages.
Hong Kong experiences significant influx of mainland tourists during Golden Week
Chinese tourism officials noted that around 1.216 million tourists from Mainland China made their way to Hong Kong to celebrate Golden Week.
Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef hosts top tourism leaders prior to WTTC Global Summit
WTTC Global Summit delegates experienced the beauty of Western Australia and the Ningaloo coast with a hosted famil at Sal Salis.
TruTravels announces upgrade for its Philippine travel options
Social adventure experts TruTravels announced that it has upgraded its popular package tour to the Philippines.
Expedia report shows how tourism sector can meet needs of Asia’s mass-affluent travellers
Expedia Group recently presented the results of a study highlighting the travel preferences of the growing Asian middle class,
WTTC: indigenous tourism to contribute up to US$67 billion to global economy
The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) presented a landmark report on the economic impact of indigenous tourism.
flynas partners with HBX Group and Onlinetravel to relaunch nasholidays platform
flynas, the low-cost airline in the world and the best LCC in the Middle East, announces the relaunch of its leisure and holidays platform.
RateHawk launches rail travel booking services for travel professionals
RateHawk, an online B2B platform for booking hotels, air tickets, and transfers, has introduced a rail travel booking service on its platform. RateHawk's partners – travel agents, operators,…
DTH Travel releases 12 new Asia training guides for agents
DTH Travel launched its first-ever suite of destination selling guides for travel agents.
2025 WTTC Global Summit to be held in Rome
The World Travel and Tourism Council announced that its 2025 WTTC Global Summit will be held in Rome, Italy.
Scenic Group launches new Asia Pacific office
Scenic Group launched its new Asia Pacific office in Singapore and introduced the leaders of its team in the region.
ForwardKeys report shows Asia Pacific tourism driving global arrivals
ForwardKeys announced that tourism in the Asia Pacific is driving the current resurgence in global tourist arrivals.
Traveloka’s 10.10 Travel Fest is on
Traveloka’s 10.10 Travel Fest is back to offer even bigger and more exciting discounts up to 50 percent on various travel products
Singapore Airlines’ Time to Fly travel fair returns this month
Singapore Airlines’ (SIA) popular Time To Fly travel fair returns in October 2024, offering discounts on more than 200,000 Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class.
WTTC report shows Oceania tourism could give Asia Pacific economy a major boost
The latest report from the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) hints that Oceania’s travel and tourism sector could boost the Asia-Pacific economy by US$112 billion by the end of the…
Cultural Attractions of Australia launches new itinerary options
Cultural Attractions of Australia (CAOA), a collection of Australia’s most iconic attractions and bespoke immersive experiences, announced the launch of nine itinerary ideas that travel…
Philippines and South Korea renew tourism cooperation programme
The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) and Republic of Korea’s Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism recently renewed their existing tourism cooperation programme.
Alipay reports surge in tourism transactions throughout Golden Week
Chinese mobile payment service Alipay reported a surge in outbound and inbound tourism transactions during the country’s weeklong celebration of its National Day.
World Travel & Tourism Council Global Summit opens with update on the industry’s carbon footprint
The 24th World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Global Summit officially opened today, 8th October in Perth, Western Australia.
Holiday Tribe raises INR 5.4 crores from Powerhouse Ventures and GSF
The investment round was led by Powerhouse Ventures and GSF with participation from notable investors including Dinesh Agarwal and Dinesh Gulati of India Mart, Murugavel Janakiraman of…
The Advantage Travel Partnership announces new member Soliman Travel
The Advantage Travel Partnership has announced one of its latest new members as Soliman Travel, an independent, family-owned tour operator, travel agency and corporate travel agency which…
Riskline partners with Osprey Flight Solutions to boost Risk Manager Platform
Global travel intelligence company, Riskline, has today announced a new partnership with Osprey Flight Solutions, an aviation risk management platform for commercial airlines, cargo…
Globick, Juniper Travel Technology, and GoNexus Group have partnered
NexusCube, the B2B division of GoNexus Group, and Juniper Travel Technology, a renowned in travel technology, have formally entered into a strategic agreement with Globick, a prominent B2B…
Tokyo tops Agoda list of top Asian destinations for couples
Digital travel platform Agoda released its most recent report on the top destinations for couples, with Tokyo topping the list, and Seoul and Bangkok not far behind.
Northern Marianas authorities work to boost tourism to the islands
Government authorities in the Northern Marianas Islands are pushing to revive the US Pacific territory’s tourism sector in the post-pandemic era.
Travomint renewals long-term contract with ITQ
Travomint, a fast-growing online travel agency (OTA) has renewed its agreement with ITQ- Travelport’s distributor for India, Sri Lanka, Maldives and Bhutan.
ICICI Bank and MakeMyTrip launch a co-branded credit card for travel enthusiasts
ICICI Bank has partnered with MakeMyTrip (MMT), the country’sonline travel company, to launch a premium co-branded credit card, specially curated for the aspirational travellers of the…
ixigo launches ‘Price Lock’ for flights
ixigo, India’s leading OTA for the next billion users, has introduced its innovative “Price Lock” feature for flights, allowing travellers to lock airfares for up to 2 days and book later,…
Top domestic and international destinations this Diwali: Booking.com
With Diwali just around the corner (November 1st), Indians are eager to make the most of extended weekends and seek enriching experiences.
ATIA scores win in federal inquiry on tourism and international education
ATIA announced a positive advocacy development with regard to the Federal Parliament’s inquiry report into Australia’s tourism and international education sectors.
Macao, Hong Kong, and Guangdong promote the Greater Bay Area in Indonesia
Officials from Macao, Hong Kong, and Guangdong held an overseas tourism promotional event for the Greater Bay Area in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Indonesian tourism now ranked 22nd in the world
The recent rankings from the Travel and Tourism Department Index (TTDI) show that Indonesian tourism rose to take 22nd place for 2024.
China’s Golden Week gives its tourism sector a necessary boost
Chinese travel agencies and online travel platforms throughout the country report that consumers looked into personalised and flexible options for the Golden Week holiday.
Pickyourtrail grows presence in tier-2 cities
Pickyourtrail, India’s one-stop shop for customised international holidays, has opened a new office and offline store in Jaipur.
Visa-free policy and fresh attractions drive Phu Quoc’s rise as a MICE destination
Phu Quoc in Vietnam has steadily risen over the past several years as a MICE destination with great potential thanks to two key factors.
Chinese travellers get cost-conscious for Golden Week
The Chinese government notes that the Golden Week holiday may not necessarily mean more spending on the part of those travelling.
Klook celebrates its 10th anniversary with the biggest travel sale
As online travel platform Klook celebrates its tenth anniversary, it is slated to hold its biggest sale ever.
ATIA lauds Qatar Airways’ investment into Virgin Australia
The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) extended appreciative comments regarding Qatar Airways’ impending investment into Virgin Australia.
NexusTours invests over USD 4 million in new fleet
NexusTours a experiences and mobility travel group, has announced a major step in its operational excellence strategy with an investment of over $4 million to expand its transport fleet…
Travelsphere launches latest brochure with new tours and more regional departures
Travelsphere, has launched its latest brochure, packed full of European and Worldwide holidays for 2025 and 2026.
MakeMyTrip partners with ten airlines and ICICI Bank
As India’s travel landscape continues to evolve, premium experiences are becoming a priority for many travelers.
SeaLink expands operations into India
SeaLink Marine & Tourism recently announced the appointment of Connect2India as its new trade distribution representative for India.
Tourism Authority of Thailand launches Amazing Thailand Passport Privileges initiative
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is set to amaze visitors to the country with its latest promotional initiative: the Amazing Thailand Passport Privileges.
ATIA releases August report on the Australian Travel Accreditation Scheme
The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) presented the Australian Travel Accreditation Scheme (ATAS) statistics for August 2024.
Kam Air and Euroairlines sign interline agreement
This alliance enables the Afghan airline to access a wider network of travel professionals
Odakyu Electric Railway and Klook introduce a new way to buy tickets to key Japanese destinations
Japanese railway firm Odakyu Electric Railway Co, Ltd and Hong Kong-based travel solutions developer Klook Travel Technology Limited present a new way by which foreign travellers can buy…
Just You celebrates bumper year for trade with new brochure launch
Just You, the UK’s market-leading solo holiday operator, will be celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2025.
Tourism Malaysia goes on second India roadshow for 2024
Officials from Tourism Malaysia and the Malaysian Indian Tour & Travel Association (MITTA) are currently in India for their second roadshow in the country for this year.
Trip.com Group’s latest data shows travel trends for Golden Week 2024
Trip.com Group released a new report showing notable travel flows for the last major travel period of 2024.
Klook marks 10th anniversary with comprehensive report
Klook released a report showing how it leverages its scale to introduce a range of initiatives to drive positive impact.
Tourism Malaysia releases 2024 traveller behaviour report
Tourism Malaysia published its 2024 report on Malaysian Outbound and Domestic Travel Behaviour which shows different trends regarding traveller preferences
Gursheel Dhillon is new marketing head at FCM Travel Asia
FCM Travel Asia announced the appointment of Gursheel Dhillon as its new head of marketing.
Dusit International teams up with Saigontourist Group
Dusit International formally signed a memorandum of understanding with Vietnamese multi-service travel firm Saigontourist Group.
Luxury Escapes is off to Vietnam for a new golf tour
Luxury Escapes adds a new and exclusive seven-day golf getaway to Vietnam to its beloved Signature Series.
Twid collaborates with ConfirmTkt
Twid, India’s rewards-based payment network, announced its collaboration with ConfirmTkt, an online train-utility and ticketing-focused platform, to enhance customer experience and boost…
Tourism Authority of Thailand opens its Thailand Golf Travel Mart
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) held its Thailand Golf Travel Mart (TGTM) at several venues within Bangkok.
World Travel and Tourism Council announces final slate for 24th Global Summit
The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) announced its full line-up for its 24th Global Summit in Perth, Western Australia
Agoda and Philippine Tourism Promotions Board sign new partnership
Agoda and the Philippine Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) are collaborating to showcase the Philippines as a must-visit destination for international travelers.
GlobalStar partners with Magnatech for Duty of Care and Approval Solutions
GlobalStar Travel Management has announced a global partnership with Magnatech® Travel Management Solutions for its automated risk messaging and duty of care platform, SafeToGo™ and its…
Katrina Barry joins board of Australian Travel Industry Association
Katrina Barry joins the board of the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA), taking over for current director Shelley Beasley.
Tourism Authority of Thailand takes its Amazing Thailand Road Show to Indonesia
TAT officials are currently in Indonesia as they bring the Amazing Thailand Road Show to the cities of Medan, Jakarta, and Bali.
Philippine tourism department’s One Visayas tour hopes to draw travellers to the region
The Philippines’ Department of Tourism (DOT) expressed confidence that their upcoming One Visayas tour initiative will attract more tourists to Eastern Visayas.
EaseMyTrip launches India’s First Marketplace, ScanMyTrip.com, integrated on ONDC Network
EaseMyTrip.com, one of India’s online travel tech platforms has unveiled India's first marketplace ScanMyTrip.com.
Traveloka teams up with Tourism Authority of Thailand
Southeast Asian travel platform Traveloka announced a new partnership with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)geared towards promoting the country’s stunning destinations, unique…
Cruise Plus gives agents the opportunity to double their rewards
dnata Travel Group UK’s B2B cruising brand Cruise Plus gives travel agents the opportunity to earn double Farebank Points per booking from now until 23rd September.
Wendy Wu Tours launches sale on select China tours for 2025
Wendy Wu Tours launched its exclusive Earlybird Sale which offers Australians an opportunity to save up to AUD1,100 per person for selected China tours slated for 2025.
Collinsons report shows Asians willing to spend for travel
Travel engagement solutions firm Collinson International just released its 2024 Travel Benefits and Customer Engagement Report.
The Advantage Travel Partnership introduces its new head of supplier partnerships
The Advantage Travel Partnership announced the appointment of Nick Wickers as its new head of supplier partnerships.
Khiri Travel acquires Travel Authentic Philippines
Khiri Travel’s recent acquisition of Travel Authentic Philippines (TAP) adds the Philippines to its growing roster of destinations within Asia.
Fliggy presents its Mid-Autumn Festival Travel Forecast for this year
Alibaba’s online travel platform Fliggy released the newest edition of its Mid-Autumn Festival Travel Forecast just in time for one of the busiest seasons of the year.
