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Sabre hails new partnerships as a “spectrum of voices”
Sabre has formed new partnerships are with corporate travel specialists Travel and Transport, and Reed & Mackay as well as independent airline ticket website AERTiCKET.
ITB 2019: Hotelbeds signs up 10,000 new hotel partners
Hotelbeds announced the addition of an incredible 10,000 new hotels at ITB Berlin today. The announcement is the culmination of a year's work whereby the company steadily built its network…
“A pleasure to experience their mindset”: Mövenpick GM Jean-Pierre Trabut on Thai hospitality
Mövenpick Siam Hotel Na Jomtien Pattaya GM, Jean-Pierre Trabut, has bounced all around the world building his reputation as a driven and successful hospitality executive along the way.
Here are the top destinations for bleisure travel
Tokyo ranks first out of 26 cities in the region for its combination of business and leisure—or bleisure—appeal for travellers.
Special Olympics Summer Games 2019: Travelport “takes action” to promote SSR codes
Travelport has announced its brand new campaign aimed at smoothing the travelling woes of passengers with intellectual disabilities, by putting a spotlight on the DPNA Special Service…
Waldorf Astoria Maldives: “So many opportunities for magical, unforgettable moments”
With the hotly anticipated Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi gearing up to fling open its doors and offer luxury leisure seekers the pleasure of the companies patented blend of high…
Future-proof your business when Gen Z takes over
Kids born in the year 2000 will turn 19 this year entering university or working on their first job. Generation Z is the generation that follows Millennials, born in the late ’90s and early…
Breathing (OYO) Life into Japan’s home rental market
After China, Indonesia and Malaysia; OYO is now spreading its wings further east into Japan.
An escape for the soul: Eco retreats in Europe
Balance Holidays has launched collection of eco-friendly and sustainable retreats in Europe, each offering a range of activities from yoga and mindfulness for stress reduction, to hiking and…
Qantas hooks up with 425,000 global TA’s
Following the drama surrounding Qantas’ takeover of Alliance Airlines earlier this week, the carrier has made another, significantly less controversial, announcement by joining the Sabre…
Gym classes replace pub crawls: Wellness tourism in full bloom
Late nights at pubs and clubs when we travel could be a thing of the past and will be replaced by early morning runs and spa appointments. Most companies and organisations predict that…
How TA’s can help save the world
Destination management company (DMC) EXO Travel has unveiled its shiny new way for travel agents booking responsible travel and hospitality -- giving them the power to help save the planet,…
Avani’s latest tropical location is aimed squarely at families
Koh Samui, Thailand’s second biggest island and holiday hot spot, famous for its untouched beaches, coconut groves and dense rainforests, has just received a boost to its glamour levels with…
Machu Picchu trip enabled for the disabled
Two friends, Alvaro Silberstein and Camilo Navarro, thought of ways on how to hike to Macchu Pichu. Silberstein is using a wheelchair.
H2 Wo! Butlin’s Bognor Regis new water ride is first of its kind
Stalwart of the UK holiday landscape Butlin’s has taken two concepts, the traditional seaside helter skelter and the waterslide, and smashed them together to create the “world’s first helter…
Travelport NDC comes to UK Travel Agents
Good news for TA’s as Travelport revealed new partnerships with a number of big name agencies, to roll out the New Distribution Capability (NDC), giving participants access to the enhanced…
Home away from home: Here’s why serviced residences will flourish in 2019
WhyHotel CEO Jason Fudin claims business travellers and groups or families will continue to choose apartment products for their short stays in 2019.
Five personality traits of a travel consultant
Being paid to travel the world and share your impressions of the people and places that you encounter is considered by many to be a dream job.
Current employment trends point to a…
Zip zap vroom to your next European adventure
Thanks to the EU, the ultimate European road trip adventure is far more easy to execute. But move over the casual and look for alternative and fun itineraries that match you interests to…
Bedsonline extends +3% commission for TA’s across the globe
Bedsonline, has announced the extension of its +3% commission campaign for agents throughout the firm’s extensive global network, after a highly successful 2018.
Travelstop marks major expansion in Asia
Singapore-based business travel start-up Travelstop is launching in seven markets including Indonesia, Thailand, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea and Vietnam.
Invisible walls: US gov’t shutdown cripples travel industry
It is Day 32 of the shutdown and the travel industry is feeling the impact. If the UK is battling Brexit, the US is dealing with the disagreement between President Donald Trump and the US…
How TripClub values women and their need of work and life balance
For TripClub CEO and founder Menchie Dizon, women deserve to have both worlds so she created a program that will enable women to work and take care of their personal affairs. As a woman, she…
Unfolding the Arabic carpet: Deutsche Hospitality groups expands presence in ME
Intercity offers more than 40 upper mid-range urban hotels, all of which are located within easy walking distance of railway stations or airports, and a further 30 hotels are currently at…
Bourne Leisure: “Knowledge is power in the world of holiday selling”
Agent alert! Bourne Leisure, the company behind well known brands like Haven Holidays, Warner Leisure Hotels, and that icon of UK’s hospitality landscape, Butlin's has announced a brand new…
72 years in the making: “The industry’s best trade incentive”
Global tours provider Trafalgar has announced its annual agent incentive trip to the brand’s newest destination of Africa — a trip 72 years in the making.
Oakwood: Welcome to the showroom of tomorrow
Oakwood, specialists in fully furnished accommodation solutions, has announced the opening of its brand new display space, The Oakwood Showroom in Singapore, to put a spotlight on new tech…
Ten out of ten: UK’s top destinations of the last decade
On The Go Tours has analysed data from the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) 2018 Tourism Highlights Report and crunched the numbers from the last decade to decipher the…
Bedsonline forges online transition with commission campaign
Bedsonline has announced the ‘overwhelming success’ of its holiday season +3% commission campaign — a step towards the full transition to its new platform.
Holidays and weekends away are priorities for UK consumers
As consumers plan to curb their spending on various things this year, the money will be dedicated to more holidays and weekends away.
Gen Z’s carpe diem attitude drives adventures close to home
2019 looks set to be a year for ‘living in the moment’ for Generation Z. The youngest generation is planning to take more short breaks in the UK and Europe in 2019 than last year, according…
Here’s why tour operators are dying
2018 was an eventful year for travel agencies: a number of smaller OTAs and brick-and-mortar tour operators closed their doors.
Why St Helena must be on your 2019 travel bucket list
Helena Bennett, director of St Helena Tourism, gives us an exclusive lowdown and some much-needed inspiration for our 2019 travel plans.
Money-saving travel hacks for UK travellers this season
Dreaming of your 2019 holiday already? Online travel agent Opodo revealed some helpful tips and hacks when booking your next holiday to save a few pounds.
All I want for Christmas is Bowie: Reminisce with an NYC Tour of his favourite places
To celebrate the life of one of the greatest musicians to have ever lived – and commemorate the anniversary of his death on 10th January– The Holiday Place have put together a guide to the…
Tour Partner Group acquires Experience Scotland
Tour Partner Group, the leading European groups specialist, has announced that it has acquired Experience Scotland, one of Scotland’s leading DMCs.
Flight Centre launches BHMA in Bali
BHMA, Flight Centre Travel Group’s in-house hotel management division, has announced the launch of its Away brand in Bali this week, by signing a lease agreement on upscale resort, The…
Premier Holidays launches agent incentive campaign for 2019
Premier Holidays has announced its peak incentive campaign, giving away a selection of bumper prizes between 2 January and 28 February 2019.
Bite-sized travel: Demand moves to itinerary-packed weekend getaways
More people will take more weekend trips next year and they will be looking for made-to-measure, bite-sized travel with more curated travel itineraries squeezed into shorter time frames.
Plan B in case your Christmas travel plans fail
Have you lost money because you could not travel and had a non-refundable flight or a hotel reservation? You are not alone. Millions of people lose money on their unused travel bookings…
7 reasons why foreign businesses should think twice when investing in China
Last week, Wall Street Journal published an interesting piece claiming that Americans who flocked to China for better opportunities are slowly calling it quits and are flying home.
ABTA: Travel with Confidence campaign to launch on Christmas Day
UK travel association ABTA has announced the launch of its 2019 Travel with Confidence national ad campaign on 25 December 2018.
Science and adventure combo: World’s first submarine tour in the Indian ocean
Kensington Tours is set to launch a "historic, once-in-a-lifetime mission aboard a submersible" for an exclusive number of adventurers into the uncharted depths of the ocean.
Record label launches music powered tour platform
Music and travel go hand and hand. Along with food and language, it can be one of the first things which a traveller notices when they touch down in a new destination. Local pop, native…
Winter Wonderland: WebBeds and Switzerland Tourism host well-performing Asian TA’s
WebBeds and Switzerland Tourism announces the winners of a "once-in-a-lifetime fam trip to Switzerland", following a major regional B2B contest that involved travel agents from all across…
10 travel trends we may see in the US in 2019
The top travel trends that we will most likely see in 2019, according to Visit The USA.
“Our hotels are thriving”: Rotana COO on 2019 and beyond
In this exclusive interview, we caught up with Guy Hutchinson, COO at Rotana, to dig deeper and find out what's brewing.
Riva Surya Bangkok: The ideal place for bleisure travel
“Bleisure” will be a thing and travel packages that perfectly combine business and pleasure will most likely win the business of modern corporate travellers.
Seamless order servicing matters in NDC-driven space
IATA’s New Distribution Capability (NDC) ensures that airlines can distribute rich content across all channels, but the offer is just the starting point of a satisfactory service. It is of…
G Adventures acquires UK-based youth travel specialist, TruTravels
G Adventures, a small group adventure travel operator offering more than 700 tours in 100 countries, announced the acquisition of UK-based youth travel specialist, TruTravels.
Uniworld launches biggest savings of the year on 2019 voyages
Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection has announced its biggest savings of the year on select 2019 voyages with its ‘Our Best Offer’ promotion.
Industry insights with Willem Niemeijer of Khiri Travel
Celebrating 25 years in business, Khiri Travel retrospects on its journey in travel in Asia. Khiri Travel founder, Willem Niemeijer insights that inform his travel industry decision making,…
Traveloka co-founder bids goodbye and sparks rumours of internal conflict
Traveloka’s co-founder and chief technology officer Derianto Kusuma has resigned from the company, effective on 30 November, he co-founded after seven years saying “this game is no longer…
Bedroom buddies: Sofitel’s new business class partnership with Hainan Airlines
Accor owned Sofitel has today announced it has got into bed with Hainan Airlines to bring the French based hoteliers range of Sofitel MyBed products to the Chinese carrier’s business class…
Igloo accommodation now available in the Arctic this winter
Arctic travel specialists Off the Map Travel has launched the new Iglo Lodge where intrepid travellers can sleep in traditional, hand-built, igloos.
How being an expert drives AC Group’s global expansion
In the past year, B2B wholesale tour operator and destination management company AC Group made significant acquisitions to support its global expansion.
ABTA Travel Trends Report 2019: Responsible tourism takes centre stage
UK travel trade association ABTA has released the Travel Trends Report 2019, highlighting sustainability and the trend of responsible tourism.
Qantas welcomes first TMC in new NDC-fied booking platform
Qantas has revealed the first Australian travel management company that can now book flights through the airline’s new technology platform.
VisitBritain taps Eurostar and Virgin Trains to boost MICE market in the UK
VisitBritain has partnered with Eurostar and Virgin Trains to offer a united travel service — boosting the MICE market in the UK.
Upgrade your business trip with Hilton Kuala Lumpur
Hilton Kuala Lumpur is renowned as the preferred choice for many seasoned business travellers because of their thoughtful solutions and rejuvenation options, which are readily available when…
Why short breaks rule over long holidays
Europe’s regional airline Flybe has conducted the Short Break Survey — revealing that travellers prefer short breaks as opposed to taking long holidays.
Indian TA’s hit back at Air India’s exclusive GDS deal with Travelport
Following the news in October that UK-based Travelport had won the contract to become the sole provider of Air India’s GDS, the nation’s travel agents have responded with an emphatic request…
Gone in 60 seconds: myCWT rolls out “simple, fast and easy” flight bookings
Travel management firm Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT) has increased the scope of its myCWT app by introducing the mobile air booking tech, with an average booking time of one minute to key…
Bosch pairs with Amadeus, Chrome River for seamless business travel experience
Engineering and electronics company Bosch aims to digitise its primitive business travel tools for the benefit of its more than 400,000 employees worldwide.
Air China says China is the top travel destination for 24% of Brits
Air China has uncovered that almost a quarter of Brits (24%) have China as their top travel destination on their bucket list.
MSC Cruises announces Black Friday and Cyber Monday deal
MSC Cruises has announced offers with up to USD 600 in savings on Caribbean cruises for Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Promoting authenticity and sustainability: Palma’s new tourism strategy
In the follow to the sustainbability plans announced early this month at WTM, London, the Balearic Island capital, Palma, has outlined its tourism strategy to create a year-round and…
Europe’s most popular Christmas markets according to Instagram
As 2018 draws to a close, On The Go Tours has devised an interactive map detailing the most popular Christmas markets that Europe has to offer.
Qatar Airways updates seasonal routes with more flights and upgraded aircraft
Qatar Airways has announced the return of its recently-launched direct seasonal routes with more flights and upgraded aircraft on two routes from May 2019.
ForwardKeys: Thanksgiving travel to boost UK visits from the US
ForwardKeys has revealed that the UK could look forward to a rise in visitors from the United States during Thanksgiving week.
Pausing but not giving up: Spacebase CEO on recalibrating your business
Unproductive and uncreative are how Spacebase co-founder and CEO Julian Jost described the conventional board meeting culture. Working as a strategy consultant for years, Julian has…
Financial check: A quarterly analysis of the major GDS players
This month, three of the major GDS providers in the industry -- Amadeus, Sabre, and Travelport, denoting an upward trend recording considerable profits.
LINE to be a ‘super app’ for new travel funnel
LINE is on its way from being a mere messaging app to becoming a super app that will offer services for the new experiential travel funnel.
Princess Cruises Alaska 2020: “The Great Land never ceases to amaze”
Princess Cruises has unveiled its 2020 Alaska season with cruises and cruisetours, on sale starting 15 November.
Almost 70% of travel buyers find enforcing policy compliance difficult – GBTA
Nearly 70% of travel buyers have revealed that enforcing policy compliance is among the most challenging aspects of their job, according to the findings of research by Global Business Travel…
Expedia maps otherworldly destinations that should be on your bucket list
Expedia has created an interactive map that showcases 29 otherworldly destinations, from Patagonia’s marble caves to the rock formations of Cappadocia.
BedLinker: A marketplace for midsize players in the travel business
A travel tech startup from the economic hub of Vietnam, BedLinker, aims to empower travel buyers and sellers to create their own seamless, configurable purchasing and distribution experience…
“Metamorphosis needs to be driven from the inside” says Santiburi Koh Samui GM
Sabine Lamberts first joined Santiburi Koh Samui as GM in December of last year, since that time the French hotelier has headed up a bunch of changes to help take the resort from “good to…
Polar power: Silversea heads to the Arctic and Antarctic in 2019/20
Luxury cruise company Silversea has announced its latest selection of itineraries for the summer 2019 and winter 2019/2020 seasons.
“A hotel should be a place where the community meets”: GM of Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona
One of Mandarin Oriental's best city escapes, we review the Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona and check out why and how it complements the fun city.
Direct Booking Summit: “China is the Wild West of hotel distribution”
Ahead of the Direct Booking Summit in Singapore next February, Triptease has spoken with Chetan Patel, VP for strategic marketing & e-commerce at ONYX Hospitality Group.
How Indian travellers can rescue Middle East’s tourism goals
For decades, the lure of tax-free gold and cheap flights made the Emirates and particularly Dubai a hot favourite with Indians. While the stringent norms in Middle East, safety concerns and…
Baffled Brexit Brits: More than 50% confused about post-Brexit travel
According to the new figures released by Eurotunnel, Brits continue to be baffled by Brexit and what it means for them.
Who does and who does not need an entry visa for Vietnam
Travellers entering Vietnam need passports or valid passport-substitute papers and an entry visa issued by Vietnamese authorities except, of course, in cases where Vietnam visa exemption is…
Aqua Expeditions gets USD 28M to expand fleet
Boutique river cruise company Aqua Expeditions has received USD 28 million investment from Bison Capital to fuel its expansion plans.
Winter is going? The end of Iceland’s Hollywood Glacier
With Icelandic Svínafellsjökull glacier now considered unsafe due to increased melting, the authorities have stated no one should go there for any reason.
Iberostar Group sets sight in Rome’s historic city centre
The Iberostar Group has announced the opening of Iberostar Hotels & Resorts’ first hotel in the centre of Rome, the Iberostar Fontana di Trevi, in 2019.
HKTB unveils the Ultimate MICE Guide for Hong Kong’s Old Town Central
Meetings and Exhibitions Hong Kong (MEHK), a division of the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), has unveiled The Ultimate MICE Guide.
For your eyes only: #SoSriLanka goes for the millennials
The Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) is partnering with acclaimed wildlife producer, Nicola Brown, to create what they call "a film shot from the viewpoint of Sri Lanka’s rich and…
Travel associations ignore wildlife cruelty in tourism – World Animal Protection
World Animal Protection revealed shocking research findings at the World Travel Market in London.
SLH unveils five new retreats from across the world
Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) has welcomed five new additions to its hand-picked portfolio of luxury boutique hotels this November.
Sweden calling: Growth in business and tourism ties with India
There is a 23% increase in the number of tourists from India to Sweden according to a report shared by Visit Sweden and the Consul General of Sweden in Mumbai.
Canopy by Hilton launches with Tesla-inspired hotel in Croatia
Hilton’s lifestyle hotel brand, Canopy by Hilton, has officially opened its first hotel in continental Europe — Canopy by Hilton Zagreb.
Travelodge announces double celebration with two new hotels in Lincolnshire
Travelodge celebrates 30 years of trading in Lincolnshire by opening two hotels in the county this November.
Lessons from Boracay: The Philippines’ quest for sustainable tourism
Boracay, the Philippines’ crown jewel, was closed to tourists for six months to undergo rehabilitation after the president himself, Rodrigo Roa Duterte, called the island a “cesspool”…
For your tastebuds: Finnair announces summer routes in Europe
Further strengthening its summer holiday offering for leisure customers, Finnair will open three new routes to Bologna, Italy; Bordeaux, France and Porto, Portugal for the peak summer season…
Travel agency software: Choosing tools for booking, accounting, marketing, and tour building
This article was originally published as a blog post by AltexSoft. It is published here with permission.
Despite the recent charge toward using OTAs, a recent study showed that offline…
“Capitalise on inbound Muslim travel”, says Tripfez founder
The GDP impact of Muslim travel in Asia is forecast to hit USD 33 billion by 2020, up 27% from USD 26.2 billion in 2017, according to new research unveiled this week.
From hippy central to booking world tours for major rock acts: Life of a Travel Counsellor
Travel Counsellor Allison Barnard tells us how she got started, the best and worst features of being a TC, tricks of the trade and more.
“We have Satoshi to thank”, says founder of KeyoCoin
So what can the travel industry realistically hope to gain from blockchain technology in the decade to come? Matt Baer, founder and CEO of KeyoCoin, the universal travel rewards platform…
“Google is evil”: Internet giant dips in travel
William Bao Bean, general partner, SOSV/managing director, Chinaccelerator, described Google and Facebook as “evil” when Yeoh Siew Hoon, founder and managing director of WiT, asked him in a…
The rise of the crazy rich, six-parent Chinese traveller
If your business is still getting the bus loads of typical Chinese travellers, you could be attracting the wrong crowd. There is a new breed of Chinese travellers that are roaming the globe…
Race to USD 3B: Grab receives USD 200 million from Booking Holdings
Coming from the heels of Microsoft’s strategic investment in Grab, the ride-hailing company in Southeast Asia received a fresh capital from travel firm Booking Holdings.
Boracay reopens: All you need to know before you get there
Boracay is far from perfect, but dust and roadworks should not stop you from seeing this island in a new light.
SAS signs with Datalex for “the right customer at the right time, via the right channel”
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) sign a long term agreement with Irish tech firm Datalex, in order to help the carrier put its digital transformation strategy into action with NDC.
Alitalia jumps on the branded fares bandwagon
Sabre Corporation has announced that Italian airline Alitalia has jumped on the tech firm’s bandwagon by signing up for the Sabre Branded Fares solution, which will be available on domestic…
VFS Global to manage Germany visas in Kuwait
The German Embassy announced the opening of a new visa application centre in Kuwait in a move aimed at bringing greater efficiency to visa application processing services and enhanced…
Adventures on the Jordan Trail key to country’s recent growth
Jordan Trail is a key factor in the surge of tourism interest in the historic country.
From City of Vice to City of MICE: MGM raises its events game
MGM Resorts bumps it’s MICE offering in the Sin City.
India’s TripXOXO eases the art of DIY travel
TripXOXO – a discovery and booking platform for activities, experiences and things to do is one of the largest aggregators in India for tours and activities.
DCC Forum reveals tipping culture of UK holidaymakers
DCC Forum has revealed that a significant number of UK holidaymakers are wary of tipping on holiday as a result of money concerns.
IHG enhances online search for MICE spaces worldwide
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has collaborated with Social Tables to launch the company’s new groups and meetings digital experience.
Hilton Kuching introduces nature-inspired trips
Hilton Kuching brings out the best of Malaysia by offering once-in-a-lifetime experiences with nature.
RAKTDA partners with AITO to focus on sustainable tourism
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has announced its partnership with the Association of Independent Tour Operators (AITO).
La Veranda Resort Phu Quoc: Colonial glamour in the winter sun
As the warm oranges and browns of autumnal October fade into the bleak grey of winter, many of us start to pine for the revitalising touch of the sunshine, the crunch of white sands between…
Travelport bags seven new contracts for its mobile solution deployment
Travelport, a travel commerce platform, announced it has secured seven new agreements in Europe to deploy Trip Assist, its advanced mobile application for travel management companies and…
Enlightened travel: AirAsia connects Bangkok to Indian holy city
AirAsia has announced it is stepping up its Indian coverage with the launch of a new service from Thai capital, Bangkok to the holy city of Gaya in the northeast Indian state of Bihar.
Ajman UAE wants a piece of the UK travel trade pie
UAE’s flourishing new tourism destination, Ajman is aiming at UK inbound tourism with the launch of its first its first overseas office there.
How Virgin Holidays leveraged online management for higher visibility
Virgin Holidays have significantly increased its online visibility, with a 117% increase in Google views, 73% increase in clicks, and 74% increase in calls. We find out how.
Shuttling through Jordan: New service launched for winter travellers
Jordan Shuttle, the first service of its kind is now offering a shared shuttle service making effortless for travellers to move towards independent travel within the region.
Cor fly me: Ryanair connects Liverpool to Corfu for Summer 2019
Ryanair has announced passengers flying from the North West of England will be able to experience more bang for their buck with cheaper fares and, what the airline calls, “Always Getting…
ONYX Hospitality’s second Maldivian resort inspired by castaway explorer
ONYX Hospitality Group has announced its second Maldivian resort, scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2020.
Italy opens new visa application centre in Bahrain
The Italian Embassy, in partnership with VFS Global, inaugurated a new visa application centre in Manama, Bahrain to facilitate processing of Italian visas.
Just launched: Meraki Travels set to make custom travel easier
Creating and booking a tailor-made holiday to long-haul destinations ranging from India to South Africa just got easier thanks to new travel brand, Meraki Travel.
Save more than 50% of your travel budget with Hong Kong Pass
The Leisure Pass Group has launched the Hong Kong Pass, allowing travellers to save money on their budget.
AirAsia plunges into thriving Malaysian dive destination
Following the news in September that Air Asia were boosting the coverage of the Malaysia product with a new service between Kuala Lumpur and Kuantan, in Pahang, the airline has now announced…
U By Emaar reaches 500,000 members
Multi-tier loyalty programme U By Emaar has reached a remarkable milestone of over 500,000 members making it as one the most sought-after and fast-growing rewards programmes in the region.
Air Canada to hit Vienna five times a week from Spring 2019
Air Canada has announced the introduction of new year-round services between Toronto and Vienna starting spring next year.
Etihad Airways together with No1 Lounges debut ‘The House’ at Heathrow
Etihad Airways has launched a contemporary airport lounge brand in partnership with No1 Lounges dubbed as ‘The House’.
Bangkok Airways: Talking shop with Thailand’s boutique carrier at 50
With Bangkok Airways hitting the big fifty in 2018, I sat down with Varong Israsena Na Ayudhya, VP of sales for the Thai regional airline to discover how it has grown since its inception,…
Lebanon’s Kurban Travel inks agreement with Sabre
Leading travel agency in Lebanon Kurban Travel signs agreement with Sabre Corporation to create an intuitive and personalised experience for its travellers.
Leisure Group reopens luxury camps for India’s annual pilgrimage
Leisure Hotels Group, the largest hotel chain in Uttarakhand with presence in Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh & Goa, has resumed its operations in all Char Dhams, post monsoon by…
Discover our World TA sales seminar returns to Bangkok
Calling all agents, Discover the World, Thailand has announced the second edition of its agent orientated master class -- Discover Our World Product Seminars -- to be held at the Hua Chang…
Gen Z Brits prefer to travel overseas than UK destinations
A new study by Best Western Great Britain has revealed that Generation Z travellers have visited more overseas destinations in the last five years than they have in the UK.
Bad blood: Thailand’s tourism in peril facing China’s wrath
Do not mess with China as it may cost you a lucrative market of 1.4 billion. Thailand’s tourism industry is in jeopardy after Chinese tourist arrivals dropped for the first time ever.
The art of cruising: Vietnam’s first boutique cruise
Heritage Cruises has announced the launch of Vietnam’s first artful boutique cruise on the Gulf of Tonkin and the Red River in Vietnam.
Saudi opens up its borders with electronic visa for sports fans
Saudi Arabia has revealed it will be refreshing its border policy in 2018 with the announcement of a new visa for culture vultures and sports fans looking to visit the country.
Expect Better: Anna Kendrick stars in new Hilton campaign
Hilton has debuted a new campaign featuring Hollywood actress Anna Kendrick, addressing consumers’ frustrations when booking hotel stays.
Winter blues? Phu Quoc’s La Veranda Resort’s got you covered
Positioned on the picturesque sands of Phú Quốc Island in Vietnam’s idyllic southwest, every detail at La Veranda has been inspired by the grandeur of a French colonial mansion.
Gen Z Travel Index: The best destinations for the new generation of travellers
Bespoke holiday provider The Holiday Place has put together the Generation Z Travel Index (GZTI) to provide insights on travel behaviour.
Ctrip x Splyt = Global mobility for Chinese travellers
Going around during your trip has never been this easier for Chinese travellers as they can now book a ride anywhere through their Ctrip app after the China’s largest travel agency partnered…
Taj signs second property in Kathmandu
The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), India’s largest and most iconic hospitality company announced the signing of a new Vivanta hotel in Kathmandu, marking the entry of the brand in the…
Silversea Expedition guests witness the Aurora Borealis
Guests aboard the Silver Cloud sailed off the southwest coast of Greenland to witness the otherworldly green lights dancing across the night’s sky.
Super Break announces Icelandic adventures from Cardiff Airport
Short-break provider Super Break has announced an expanded programme of getaways to North Iceland from Cardiff Airport.
HK-China high speed rail guns for business travellers
The HK-China high-speed rail has commenced operation on 23 September connecting Hong Kong to 44 destinations in mainland China.
Radius Travel taps dcs plus to provide intelligent travel solutions
Global travel management company, Radius Travel, and travel tech provider, dcs plus, have partnered to better serve and support travel agencies on its network.
Malta Tourism Authority targets Middle East travellers
Malta Tourism Authority is trying to attract more travellers from Middle East countries by opening a promotion office in United Arab Emirates.
Rising from the ranks: Director of Premier Holidays talks career in travel
TD speaks with Mark Godfrey about his journey, the challenges that came with it and the lessons he learned — so we too, can follow the right path.
Hong Kong Airlines adds Macao to network with new TurboJET codeshare
Hong Kong Airlines has announced the addition of Macao to its growing network, through a codeshare agreement with high-speed ferry services company, TurboJET.
Thailand suffers slow Chinese arrivals based on flight booking data
Thailand is suffering a huge blow with the slowing down of Chinese arrivals following the tragic boat accident in Phuket on 5 July that left 41 dead – all of which were Chinese nationals.
Amadeus gets into the minds of APAC business travellers
Travel tech firm, Amadeus IT Group, has revealed that business travel within Asia is growing at twice the pace of the rest of the world.
Collateral damage: Tourism industry jolts as natural disasters strike Asia
For the past 25 years, global tourism has been in full upswing. People are travelling more than ever leaving no stone unturned, but one thing that can stop us in our track is natural…
The Residence by Cenizaro announces second resort in the Maldives
The Residence by Cenizaro has announced the launch of its second Maldivian property in the — The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah.
Crazy Rich Asians inspires 10% increase in bookings
After the box office hit Crazy Rich Asians hit the theatres worldwide — the booking platform, Klook, has reported a spike in luxury travel interests and bookings.
VFS’ Saudi visa centre: All your application needs “under one canopy”
Technology and has service provider VFS Global unveiled a new joint visa application centre in the Saudi capital of Riyadh this week.
Nordic seduction: Hainan tourism delegation hits Helsinki
With the number of foreign visitors to Hainan Province in China reaching 1.1 million in 2017, contributing to an impressive total of 67.5m tourists to the island and numerous projects such…
Gorilla trekking: Premier Holidays adds Uganda in 2019 itinerary
The UK-based independent tour operator, Premier Holidays, has unveiled its latest itinerary on offer — gorilla trekking and Uganda wildlife tours.
Tours and activities M&A continues as TUI Group acquires tech start-up Musement
To strengthen its position in the excursions, tours and activities business, TUI Group has acquired the Italian tech start-up, Musement.
Agoda hooks up with the “largest LGBT travel business in the world”
Online powerhouse Agoda, has unveiled news of its new partnership with the LGBT international lifestyle and travel platform TravelGay.
Beep! Beep! Avis Budget Group launches one-stop-portal
Avis Budget Group has launched its training platform, Beep – a one-stop-portal for travel trade professionals in Asia.
Holi-bae: 42% of 18-25 Brits put holiday savings before all else
How times have changed, with Millennials and Generation Z showing less interest in the traditional norms of western society, such as laser-like focus on the work/life balance or eschewing…
Mon-go-go-go-lia: The rise of Mongolian tourism
With a 28% rise in foreign visitors in 2017, Hunnu Air has signed up with Sabre Corporation to gain access to 425,000 travel agents across the world.
TUI launches two weekly flights to Croatia
With the Croatian Tourist Board reporting a rise of UK holiday makers in 2017, which saw the numbers of Brits heading to the Eastern European country rise eight % and a 26% increase the year…
NDC: “Accreditation is the starting point, not the destination” Sabre’s Kathy Morgan
A couple of weeks ago at STX Singapore, I had the opportunity to see Kathy Morgan, Sabre’s vice president of product management, address delegates about the potential of New Distribution…
ICRA: Kerala floods drench tourism growth
Popular as "God's own country"; Kerala is a big lure for inbound tourism in India. But the August 2018 flood in Kerala has severely affected the state's economy and even so the tourism…
Hotelbeds Group refreshes Bedsonline with pumped up portfolio
After buying rivals GTA and Tourico Holidays, accommodation supplier Hotelbeds Group consolidated all brands in a single platform – Bedsonline.
Like smoking, business travel is bad for your health
As more people are travelling for work, employees are subjected to a wide range of physical and behavioural health risks.
Cosmos launches 25 exotic itineraries across four continents
UK-based escort touring provider, Cosmos, has launched 25 new tours to exotic destinations in South and Central America, Asia, Africa and the South Pacific.
Review: Tinidee Hotel@Bangkok Golf Club
With the rebirth and relaunch of Bangkok Golf Spa Resort as the Tinidee Hotel@Bangkok Golf Club back in May of this year, owned by MBK Hotel and Tourism (MBKHT), has been transformed into a…
Corporate managers beware: Business travel costs expected to rise in 2019
As more businesses go global, employees are travelling more than ever, but travel managers need to brace themselves as business travel costs are expected to rise in 2019 with hotel and…
Call of the wild: Wilderness Travel’s new adventures
Wilderness Travel launches new adventurous itineraries to Namibia, Zimbabwe, India and Britain.
CLIA UK: European river cruises “account for almost 90% of bookings”
CLIA UK & Ireland has launched the UK River Cruise review 2017 which reveals another year of record growth in 2017 for the river cruise sector; passenger numbers rose by 21%, and total…
Safety: Ride-hailing services’ major blackhole
Chinese ride-hailing app Didi Chuxing suffered a major setback when Delete Didi movement spread across China following the murder of a passenger by one of its drivers.
ASIA DMC prevails at the World Travel Awards 2018
Destination management company, ASIA DMC, has announced its recent success at the 25th World Travel Awards Gala held in Hong Kong on 3 September 2018.
Wendy Wu celebrates record-breaking year with The Complete Collection
UK-based Asia travel specialist, Wendy Wu Tours, has announced The Complete Collection 2019-2020 along with its biggest all-time revenue figure, marking the operator’s most successful year…
Qatar is the most open country for visas in ME – UNWTO
Qatar has become the most open country in the Middle East and the 8th most open in the world in terms of visa facilitation.
Visit Bath’s tourism campaign shows what makes a city a UNESCO heritage site
Visit Bath has revealed a new set of commissioned illustrations to support the launch of the Remarkable Bath tourism campaign.
The Gay Passport CEO: Reaching out to new market segments
We speak to Calum Evans, CEO and founder of Gay Passport, a gay influencer agency that allows hotels to gain exposure in gay audiences by providing quality vetted visit proposals from…
Adelaide and South Australia: Events and destinations for 2019
With Adelaide and the whole of South Australia experiencing significant growth in its tourism sector, the South Australian Tourism Commission has released a guide for travellers and travel…
Vinpearl Luxury Nha Trang and Da Nang reward travel professionals
Vinpearl Joint Stock Company (JSC), Vingroup, the hospitality leader in Vietnam, is rewarding travel industry professionals who book a stay at Vinpearl Luxury Nha Trang and Vinpearl Luxury…
Record numbers set to attend MeetChina forum on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Two-day forum on Yas Island – Abu Dhabi is set to welcome 85 top tier travel buyers from China and 75 suppliers from across the MENA region.
Review: Capella, Marigot Bay
Marigot Bay in St Lucia is one of the world’s more exclusive addresses, drenched in famous faces from music, film and big business, and you never know if promenading along the beach who you…
Off embargo: Cebu Pacific announces Boracay schedule for October
Following the news of a six month “full tourism closure” to Boracay in the Philippines, as of the 26 April of this year, Cebu Pacific has announced it will resume flight to and from Caticlan…
TravelSupermarket reveals cheapest holiday breaks in Europe
Online travel deals comparison platform, TravelSupermarket, has revealed where the best bargains can be found for couples and friends looking for a beachside getaway this September and…
Hong Kong Airlines adopts Sabre Branded Fares
Tech provider to the global travel industry, Sabre Corporation, has implemented Sabre Branded Fares for Hong Kong Airlines, giving travel agencies the ability to create tailored offers with…
#ChooseCruise: CLIA launches global campaign
CLIA has announced a global campaign, #ChooseCruise, scheduled to run throughout September in the UK and globally throughout October.
Buenos Aires expects surge in international tourism
The city of Buenos Aires in Argentina has announced it is expecting a large increase in international tourism in 2018 and 2019.
Flights adjusted as Mactan Cebu International Airport runway undergoes rehab
Several domestic and international flights to and from the Mactan-Cebu International Airport will be cancelled or rescheduled from 1-21 September due to the extremely important runway…
Wanderlust-fuelled Brits still use desktop to purchase online
The Brits are full of wanderlust and love nothing more than picking out new destinations after a good online browse according to a new study.
Have faith, will travel: A trip to Buddhist hotspots in Maharahstra
Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) is offering its land bank to Buddhist countries for developing Buddhist theme park and monasteries.
British Airways: Keep calm and go on holiday
Despite the gloom of frustration that hangs over the British Isles following the divisive nature of Brexit and the associated political and social issues arising because of it, British…
Club Marriott loyalty programme moves beyond F&B perks
Indore Marriott announced the launch of the new Club Marriott Programme, combining Club Marriott, eat drink and more, into one single paid membership programme.
Are Wi-Fi hotspots safe or traps for business travellers?
It doesn’t seem long ago that business travellers used free or paid-for Wi-Fi hotspots without much of a thought about the security issues they posed.
ETOA requests survey participation for Schengen Visa Code
ETOA, the European Tourism Association, has launched a survey in relation to the operation of the Schengen visa process in China and India. The survey is open to industry professionals for…
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…
Pristine island in Cuba tipped to be the next must-visit destination
The Holiday Place, a provider of tailor-made luxury holidays, has tipped the small island of Cayo Esquivel in Cuba as the next up-and-coming destination.
Number of TA insolvencies decreases thanks to experiential trips
Decline in British travel agencies insolvencies powered by interest in specialist holidays and experience driven vacations.
G Adventures to add its fifth vessel in Galapagos islands
Small group adventure tour operator G Adventures has added a fifth yacht to its fleet of chartered vessels for the Galapagos Islands.
LateRooms.com partners with Diners Club to launch payment solution
Customers can benefit from 52 days interest-free credit on bookings, real-time spend tracking and monthly reporting.
