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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.
CT Partners chief executive appointed to Advantage Global Business Travel advisory board
CT Partners announced the appointment of its chief executive Matt Masson to the advisory board of Advantage Global Business Travel (GBT).
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.
UK business travellers opt for 6-7 day trips over day visits
The bleisure trend is showing no signs of coming in for landing as corporates around the world spend more nights away on business trips, according to new statistics released by Flight Centre…
We empower our leaders to build diverse leadership teams: Chee
Organisations must prioritise hiring and developing the best talent based on merit while considering diverse representations. TDM interviews Karen Chee, Vice President, People & Culture,…
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.
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.
Remembering Anup Nair, an inspiration for Indian tourism
One of the veterans of the Inbound Industry passed away recently from a short struggle with cancer. Anup Nair’s contribution to the industry as a professional and in various positions…
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.
Macau’s Tourism+ takes centre stage at SJM Resorts’ Malaysia Product Seminar
SJM Resorts SA (SJM) successfully concluded the SJM Resorts SA Malaysia Product Seminar 2024 on Tuesday, 12th November.
Masarra officially launches as premier DMC
Masarra, an innovative new player in the destination management landscape, announces its launch as a full-service Destination Management Company (DMC).
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.
CWT turbocharges its business intelligence and reporting solution with new AI-powered features
CWT has added new artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled capabilities, powered by ThoughtSpot, to its Analytics business intelligence and reporting solution, making it easier and quicker to…
Up Norway launches Norwegian corporate retreats and workations
Bespoke Norwegian corporate retreats unite remote teams through adventure across fjords, fishing villages, and creative hubs.
ATPI and Nomadic unite to mobilise global workforce
The new collaboration between ATPI and Nomadic will enhances travel compliance and workforce planning for the energy sector.
G Adventures launches next Change Makers Challenge
G Adventures has announced the return of its celebrated agent reward programme, Change Makers, offering 15 travel agents from UK and Ireland the chance to earn spots at its next GX Summit,…
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.
The Personal Travel Consultants launch “PTC Panel”
Panellists were announced during annual conference for The Personal Travel Consultants in Partnership with Blue Bay Travel, held in Majorca
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.
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.
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.
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.
Delta Vacations is offering a new giveaway available through 15 Dec
Travel advisors have the chance to win two (2) Virgin Atlantic roundtrip tickets in Upper Class from any Virgin Atlantic U.S. origin to London (LHR).
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.
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.
Tourism Australia joins Singapore Airlines’ Time to Fly
Tourism Australia and its partners bring an array of great deals for trips Down Under at the popular Singapore Airlines Time To Fly travel fair.
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.
Millennium Hotels and Resorts relaunches MyMillennium loyalty programme
Global hospitality brand Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR) relaunched its global travel loyalty programme MyMillennium.
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.
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.
Trip.com receives IATA GoGlobal accreditation
Online travel platform Trip.com recently received the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) GoGlobal accreditation.
Poor travel planning is causing over a third of UK business travellers to lose between 4-8 hours of productivity
87% of those who find travelling for business stressful claim to lose at least one hour of productive time once they arrive due to the impact of this stress.
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.
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.
Thomas Cook and SOTC launch a range of Autumn Holidays
Thomas Cook (India) Limited, India's omnichannel travel services company and its Group Company, SOTC Travel, have launched a unique range of Autumn Holidays to strategically leverage the…
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.
DTH Travel releases 12 new Asia training guides for agents
DTH Travel launched its first-ever suite of destination selling guides for travel agents.
Tamarind Global celebrates 18 Years
India’s foremost destination, wedding, and event management company, Tamarind Global recently celebrated its 18th anniversary.
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.
Meetings and events spend to increase in 2025: Amex GBT
The meetings and events industry is projected to flourish in 2025, with meeting professionals expressing confidence in its future and noting planned increases in meetings budgets, as…
More than 25% of businesses spend over half their budget on MICE: FCM
FCM Meetings & Events, ahead of its global relaunch targeting worldwide growth, reveals that more than a quarter of customers allocate half their travel budgets to the MICE sector,…
SJM Resorts successfully promotes Macau in Singapore
SJM Resorts SA successfully promoted Macau as a prime tourist destination for Singaporeans.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Europalco transforms into Portugal’s largest audiovisual network with the creation of the Empowerment Ecosystem
After 27 years of leadership in the audiovisual sector, Europalco announces a new phase of expansion and innovation with its transformation into a group of companies: the Empowerment…
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.
Top five tips for prioritising wellbeing during business travel
Business travel can take a toll on employees’ physical and mental health, yet a recent State of the Market Survey from Flight Centre Travel Group reveals that only 36% of companies consider…
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.
Blenheim Palace announces collaboration with Pip and Posy
Oxfordshire UNESCO World Heritage Site, Blenheim Palace has announced that it will be partnering up with Magic Light Pictures, the award-winning producers of Pip and Posy to launch an…
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.
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.
Redbird launches conversational AI platform
With the launch of its AI chat platform, Redbird is filling this void through AI agents designed to perform advanced data analytics on top of tooling that securely integrates with an…
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.
Sunil Kumar elected as the new President of TAAI for 2024-2026 term
Sunil Kumar has been elected as the new President of the Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) at the TAAI national elections held in Mumbai at ITC Maratha
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.
AATO conducts Birdwatching Tour to Chidiyatapu Biological Park
As part of the World Tourism Day celebrations, the Andaman Association of Tour Operators (AATO), in collaboration with Andaman Avians Club, successfully conducted a birdwatching tour to the…
Kam Air and Euroairlines sign interline agreement
This alliance enables the Afghan airline to access a wider network of travel professionals
In-store booking value increases 21% in UAE: dnata
dnata Travel has reported a 21% increase in the average booking value for in-store services in 2024 compared to the previous year.
Sabre partners with Google to reduce environmental impact of business travel
Sabre Corporation and Google have joined forces to use the Travel Impact Model (TIM) for the first time in calculating past emissions from business travel.
Gold medal surprises winning agents with Atlantis, The Palm Holidays
Gold Medal made surprise visits to three lucky agents this month, awarding each of them with holidays to the iconic Atlantis, The Palm.
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
Marriott Executive Apartments expands presence in Thailand
Marriott Executive Apartments expands its presence in Thailand with the debut of two new serviced apartment developments catering to increasing demand for long-term stays.
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.
Global business travel and events costs moderating in 2024, with continued modest increases in 2025
Global business travel and events prices appear to be moderating following the dramatic increases seen in recent years.
Travelsphere and Just You launch Expert Advisory Team
Group touring specialists Travelsphere and Just You have announced the creation of an Expert Advisory Team, as part of their ongoing commitment to invite agent feedback and become the most…
Dusit International teams up with Saigontourist Group
Dusit International formally signed a memorandum of understanding with Vietnamese multi-service travel firm Saigontourist Group.
TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards – Middle East celebrates top travel industry players
Winning companies were honoured for their exemplary achievements at the Awards Ceremony on 19 September 2024.
Experience the winter wonderland of Durham
With award-winning group-friendly attractions and accommodation, Durham transforms into a winter wonderland where groups can enjoy a truly classic Christmas.
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.
Exodus Adventure Travels partners with Priority Pass
Exodus Adventure Travels announced an agreement with Priority Pass, the world’s original and leading airport experiences program where travellers can access a network of 1,600+ lounges and…
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.
Ajeet Bajaj re-elected as President of ATOAI for the 2024-26 term
The Adventure Tour Operators Association of India concluded its Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the 2023-24 financial year and held its elections for the 2024-26 term on September 16, 2024,…
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.
Three lucky travel agents to win EUR 2,500 flight vouchers on Hahnair’s 25th Anniversary
Hahnair announced an exclusive competition for travel agents worldwide, offering a chance to win one of three flight vouchers, each worth EUR 2,500.
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.
Marina Bay Sands rolls out range of new experiences for business travellers
Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands recently gave 500 business clients a preview of upcoming offerings and experiences at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre.
New Taipei City Government holds tourism promotion event in Bangkok
The tourism and travel department of the New Taipei City Government recently held a tourism promotion event in Bangkok, Thailand, on September 6.
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…
CABI by SKIL sets new benchmark in airport transfers with premium service
CABI by SKIL, a part of the 24-year-old SKIL Group, proudly announces their premium airport transfer service, now available at a flat and all-inclusive rate, which is as low as INR 15.72/- …
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.
UK’s Meadow Bay Villages shows support for British military and their families
Meadow Bay Villages recently partnered with armed forces charity Give Us Time to support the work of the country’s military personnel.
Could halal-friendly destinations draw Malaysian tourists to China?
In a bid to boost its pandemic-stricken tourism sector, Chinese tourism professionals seek to draw in Malaysian tourists with halal-friendly travel packages.
2024 WTTC Economic Impact Trends Report shows US still world’s most powerful tourism market
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) released the 2024 edition of its annual Economic Impact Trends Report.
Leading minds share insights on regional tourism at IHIF Asia
As the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) Asia winds down today, 11th September, several top players in the global travel sector shared their insights regarding the industry…
Club Med teams up with Mandai X to teach kids about sustainability
Club Med teamed up with Mandai X, the growth and impact venture-building arm of Singapore’s Mandai Wildlife Group, to bring the Ranger Buddies programme to Club Med Bintan to nurture the…
Virgin Australia enhances technical partnership with Amadeus
Virgin Australia announced that it recently expanded its distribution agreement with aviation IT solutions provider Amadeus following renewal.
Insight Out Consultancy releases Middle East Travel Market Report for this year
Hospitality consultancy Insight Out and global travel research firm Phocuswright presented the 2024 edition of the annual Middle East Travel Market Report.
Tamarind Global appoints Rania Sharqawi as business development manager
Tamarind Global announced the appointment of Rania Sharqawi as its new business development manager for Saudi Arabia and Bahrain.
Global passenger demand up midway through 2024
A new report released by FCM Consulting shows that global passenger demand rose by 9.1 percent as of the end of the first half of this year.
Air China holds FAM trip for US travel agents
Air China and the China National Tourist Office (CNTO) recently organised a familiarisation (FAM) trip for travel agents from the United States.
Rakuten Travel seeks to bring foreign tourists to Japan’s less well-known destinations
Japanese online travel agency (OTA) Rakuten Travel aims to draw foreign travellers to Japan’s lesser-known destinations by way of its multilingual website.
Experiential travel highlighted at 2024 Philippine Travel Exchange
Experiential travel was the main topic at this year’s Philippine Travel Exchange (PHITEX) as the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) highlighted destinations that would offer highly immersive…
BREAKING: Cathay Pacific to resume regular operations by 7th September
Cathay Pacific released a new statement advising the public that its current maintenance exercise is going smoothly and that it will resume regular operations by Saturday, 7th September.
ADNEC Group’s Tourism 365 teams up with Resorts World Cruises
ADNEC Group subsidiary Tourism 365 recently entered into a strategic partnership with Asian cruise line Resorts World Cruises to bolster its position as a leading provider of ground handling…
Wharf Hotels unveils new branding for Marco Polo Hotels
Wharf Hotels announced a comprehensive rebrand of Marco Polo Hotels in light of its strategic vision focused on addressing the evolving behaviour of guests in the region
Tourism Authority of Thailand signs letter of intent with leading Chinese travel service
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Nanjing Tuniu International Travel Service Co Ltd (Tuniu), one of China’s leading online travel service providers, recently signed a letter of…
Macao Government Tourism Office joins Holiyaay Travel Fair in Surabaya
The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) participated at this year’s Holiyaay Travel Fair held in Surabaya, Indonesia from 29th August to 1st September.
Newmarket Holidays shines spotlight on ‘The Americas’ with flash offer
Newmarket Holidays has launched a ten-day flash offer with 15% off on all bookings for 2024, 2025 and 2026 tours to North, South and Central America made until the 9th of September.
Melian Airport releases interim report for 2024
Hainan Meilan International Airport Company Limited (Melian Airport) released its interim results for 2024.
IATO will bring tourism revolution in Madhya Pradesh: Shukla
IATO will play an important role in bringing tourism revolution in the country and Madhya Pradesh.
Cathay enters agreement to buy back warrants issued to Hong Kong government
Cathay Pacific Airways Limited announced that it entered into an agreement to buy back all of the warrants it previously issued to the Hong Kong SAR (HKSAR) Government.
The Sira Lombok introduces its executive committee
Ahead of its opening in the fourth quarter of the year, The Sira in Lombok officially introduced the members of its executive management committee.
VisitBritain to host its first trade mission to Australia from 9 to 13 September since 2016
The best of destination Britain will be on show in Australia as VisitBritain Chairman Nick de Bois CBE leads the agency’s first trade mission to the country since 2016.
G Adventures rewards top agents with Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour VIP experience in London
Travel agents from the UK joined G Adventures for the most epic travel agent experience the small group adventure tour operator has ever run - like, ever, as they headed to Wembley Stadium…
Association of Asia Pacific Airlines reports good passenger growth in July
The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) released its report for July 2024 and it shows healthy international passenger growth.
Vietnam’s Wafaifo Hospitality to offer management and consultancy services within Golden Triangle
Wafaifo Hospitality in Vietnam officially signed a new agreement with its founding partners to offer management and consultancy services to new hotel, retail and wellness ventures across…
Jakarta to host first-ever Wonderful Indonesia Tourism Fair
Jakarta welcomes travel professionals from around the world this October as it hosts the country’s first-ever business-to-business (B2B) tourism event, the Wonderful Indonesia Tourism Fair…
Philippine Airlines to adopt Amadeus digital solutions
Philippine Airlines (PAL) selected travel tech developer Amadeus to boost its current tech stack with revolutionary solutions that can enhance the travel experience of its passengers
Hong Kong Tourism Board comes away with grand title at this year’s PATA Gold Awards
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) came away as the Grand Title Winner at this year’s Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Gold Awards.
Columbus Travel sets its footprint in India
Following its launch last year in Europe and Philippines, Columbus Travel is delighted to be expanding its presence in India.
AirAsia X releases financials for Q2-2024
AirAsia X Berhad maintained its momentum in the second quarter of this year as it delivered a robust financial performance throughout the period which ended on 30 June 2024.
Air New Zealand releases 2024 annual report
Air New Zealand released its annual report for the year ending 30 June 2024 with results reflecting the challenges of the past year.
Qantas Group posts strong results in 2024 report
Qantas Group, which covers Australian carriers Qantas and Jetstar, released its 2024 annual report, achieving an underlying profit before tax of $2.08 billion and a statutory profit after…
Dusit Hotels and Resorts inks partnership with Generator and Freehand Hotels
Dusit Hotels and Resorts officially entered a strategic partnership with award-winning hospitality developer Generator and Freehand Hotels.
Accor Pacific signs renewals for more than 40 hotels in Australia
Accor announced that it recently renewed partnership agreements with over 40 hotels throughout Australia, making up 5,500 keys of the country’s available accommodations.
Malaysia Airlines and Amadeus deploy NDC content for Indian travel agents
Malaysia Airlines and travel technology solutions firm Amadeus recently strengthened their partnership through the deployment of the former’s new distribution capacity (NDC) content to…
Collective Hospitality successfully acquires majority of Selina Hospitality PLC
Singaporean hospitality owner and operator Collective Hospitality Pte Ltd announced its successful acquisition of the majority of the business of Selina Hospitality PLC
Take your awards and event management to the next level, with Evessio
Delivering real-time data insights for the awards industry, Evessio is a leading awards software company. Here is how Evessio helps businesses promote their events.
New research has revealed how business stay trends have changed in recent years
Booking.com for Business have studied how corporate travellers’ behaviour has changed regarding stays by diving deep into length of stay, property type and facilities data.
Meetings Industry Association’s miaSummit 2024 to reconnect and inspire
The changing dynamics of the workplace and the role of AI in the business meetings and events industry are among the topics being discussed at the miaSummit 2024.
Qatar Incentive Programme for UAE Travel Agents returns in its second edition
In partnership with Visit Qatar, VFS Global’s Tourism Services Unit presents the second edition of the ‘Qatar Incentive Programme’ for 2024, exclusively for travel agents and tour operators…
Royal Caribbean Group orders fourth Icon Class ship
Royal Caribbean Group announced the signing of a new agreement with Finnish shipbuilder Meyer Turku for a fourth Icon Class ship slated for delivery in 2027.
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.
ATIA achievements featured in 2024 Federal Government aviation white paper
ATIA's advocacy over the past nine months has paid off, as five key areas were featured in the Australian Federal Government’s Aviation White Paper for this year.
Japan Airlines, Liverpool Football Club open lounge at Anfield Stadium
Japan Airlines (JAL) and Liverpool Football Club (LFC) announced the grand opening of the Japan Airlines Lounge at Anfield Stadium on 25th August.
Saudi Tourism Authority invites Malaysian travellers to explore beyond Spiritual Travel
Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) is returning with its largest trade networking event in Malaysia, NUSUK, on the 27th of August, at Mandarin Oriental, bringing together over 40 prominent Saudi…
Jennifer Wilson-Buttigieg wins Windstar Cruises’ ASTA Icon award
Windstar Cruises announced that Chase Travel’s head of travel policy Jennifer Wilson-Buttigieg received its ASTA Icon Award for this year.
Tourism Malaysia boosts promotional efforts in Vietnam
Tourism Malaysia organised a ‘Discover Malaysia’ seminar in Da Nang earlier this month to update local travel agents and media.
Bo Sun of Trip.com is CMO Asia Awards’ Marketing Professional of the Year
Bo Sun received the prestigious Marketing Professional of the Year award at the 2024 CMO Asia Awards for Excellence in Branding & Marketing.
Agoda reveals Asia’s ten most sought-after beach destinations
Agoda revealed its top ten list of Asia’s most desirable beach destinations ahead of International Beach Day on 1st September, with Bali taking the top spot.
Air New Zealand treats Koru Care kids to a scenic tour
Air New Zealand (ANZ) and Koru Care took 50 critically ill children aboard a charter flight for a scenic tour over the South Island over the weekend.
Malaysia Aviation Group to reduce operations till December 2024
This reflects the company's drive to prioritise reliability and resilience in the face of recent disruptions
In Q1 TBO Tek’s net profit rose 29% to INR 61 Cr and operating revenue increased 21% to INR 418.5 C
B2B travel portal Travel Boutique Online (TBO Tek) showed that its consolidated net profit rose 29% to INR 60.91 Cr in the first quarter (Q1) of financial year 2024-2025 (FY25) from INR 47.3…
Plusgrade expands partnership with Garuda Indonesia
Travel ancillary revenue solutions developer Plusgrade announced the expansion of its existing partnership with Indonesian flag-carrier Garuda Indonesia.
Travelport announces integration with Greater Bay Airlines
Travelport announced that thousands of travel suppliers throughout the globe may now access content from Hong Kong carrier Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) through the Travelport+ platform.
Air Astana & Japan Airlines sign codesharing agreement
Air Astana and Japan Airlines announced that they have signed a codesharing agreement, one that allows both airlines to put their codes on a new Almaty to Tokyo route.
Plan your meetings and events at Queen Elizabeth 2 Hotel
The iconic Queen Elizabeth 2 Hotel, permanently docked in Mina Rashid, is well-known as the premier destination for corporate events, meetings, and social gatherings.
Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel launch Customer Self-Service app
Building momentum on its digital-first strategy, Thomas Cook (India) Limited and its Group Company, SOTC Travel, have launched a Customer Self-Service (CSS) holiday app.
TUX mobility wins DHL’s 2024 Fast Forward Challenge
DHL named TUX mobility the winner of its latest Fast Forward Challenge, citing it for developing the world's first solar-powered, self-charging, light electric cargo vehicle.
Marriott opens its 600th property in the Asia-Pacific
Marriott International, Inc announced the opening of its 600th property in the Asia Pacific region: the Adelaide Marriott Hotel.
Indonesia launches tourism investment initiative
Indonesia launched a new programme for enhancing communication among investors, policymakers and local authorities called the Indonesia Tourism Investor Club
Accor announces two new hotel signings in Malaysia
Accor strengthened its partnership with Worldwide Hotels Group through the signing of an agreement introducing two new properties in Malaysia's capital.
Tauck to launch four new European Land Tours in 2025
Tauck, will mark its 100th anniversary in 2025, and its 35th year operating tours in Europe, with the launch of four new land journeys next year in Italy, Switzerland, France and England.
Q1-2024 sees 16 million Filipinos employed in the tourism sector
The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) states that more than 16 million Filipinos now work in the tourism industry as of the end of the first quarter of this year.
American Express Global Business Travel increases visibility on travel program benchmarking
American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT), announces the expansion and new features of its benchmarking tool, Peer Travel Insights (PTI).
Travel sector needs to protect itself vs cybercriminals
Thales’ cybersecurity firm Imperva warned the travel industry that it has become a hot target for automated threats by cybercriminals over the past year.
Gold Medal celebrate Dubai & Arabia brochure launch with agent training and Abu Dhbai Fam Trip
Gold Medal, the flagship B2B brand of dnata Travel Group UK, have proudly launched their Dubai & Arabia brochure , the fifth brochure of their 2024-25 portfolio.
Pure Luxury opens pre-registration form for bookings to Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab
Pure Luxury, the luxury B2B brand of dnata travel group UK, have announced that agents can now pre-register their bookings for the brand new and highly anticipated resort in Dubai, Jumeirah…
DreamFolks expands into Southeast Asia
India's leading airport services aggregator makes a foray into a highly dynamic market.
SAP Concur report shows five challenges affecting business travel in 2024
SAP Concur’s latest report shows that companies need to balance numerous factors related to business travel, particularly those in the Asia-Pacific region.
Learn, explore and become a Türkiye tourism specialist with “All in Türkiye”
The Turkish Tourism Board (TGA) announces the launch of their new industry learning platform All in Türkiye, aimed at educating travel agents, tour operators and other tourism employees…
UK’s Pacific Asia Travel Association cites six UNESCO-endorsed reasons to sell Asian destinations
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) in the UK and Ireland gives travel agents six new reasons to pitch Asian destinations to would-be-travellers, all of which are UNESCO-certified.
MITEC hosts over 11,000 global financial insurance execs in groundbreaking dual event
The Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) marked yet another milestone as it hosted a groundbreaking dual event.
Singapore’s NATAS formalises training commitment with National Trades Union Congress
NATAS formally teamed up with NTUC to upskill travel professionals with the necessary skills and capabilities.
