Iconic Basket Coracle Boat-Shaped Convention Centre Opens in Vietnam

Vietnam has unveiled Axi Plaza, a striking multipurpose convention centre inspired by the country’s ubiquitous coracle boat. The grand opening took place last Thursday at

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IWTA Awards 2024 celebrates women shining in the travel industry

With the theme: “Speak Up. Stand Out. Be the Voice that Inspires Inclusion” the highly anticipated Inspiring Women in Travel – Asia (IWTA) Awards 2024 returned to recognise and celebrate women.

Hilton welcomes first Curio Collection by Hilton property in Thailand

 Hilton announced the signing of an agreement with SC Asset Corporation PCL to introduce KROMO, Curio Collection by Hilton, marking the lifestyle brand’s debut in Thailand and the brand’s growing presence in South East Asia.

Hong Kong ups the game with new incentive playbook 

Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) launched a new campaign, “Hong Kong  Incentive Playbook: Up the Game for Your Team”, with much fanfare at The Regent Hong Kong on 24  April 2024.

Hong Kong Airlines celebrates Direct Service to Vientiane, Laos

Hong Kong Airlines launched the direct service to Vientiane, Laos on 27 April 2024, further boosting its expanding network in the region. 

Get rolling for the glitz and glamour of the IWTA Awards Gala 2024 

With the theme: “Speak Up. Stand Out. Be the Voice that Inspires Inclusion” the highly anticipated Inspiring Women in Travel – Asia (IWTA) Awards 2024 returns to recognise and celebrate women. In

JCB enables JCB Contactless acceptance at Taichung MRT in Taiwan

JCB International Co., Ltd., the international operations subsidiary of JCB Co., Ltd., Japan's only international payment brand, in cooperation with Cathay United Bank, is pleased to announce the launch of a contactless payment service at 18 stations on the Taichung MRT Green Line from April 25, 2024.

S Hotels & Resorts’s properties in Thailand and the Maldives achieve Green Globe certification for second consecutive year

S Hotels and Resorts PCL, the global hospitality company from Singha Estate PCL, is proud to announce that its acclaimed beachfront properties in Thailand and the Maldives have successfully achieved Green Globe™ Certification for the second consecutive year.

ONYX Hospitality Group runs UK Sales Mission to strengthen travel industry partnerships

ONYX Hospitality Group, the prominent management company in Southeast Asia, has completed a dedicated UK Sales Mission, aiming to foster strong relationships with key tour operators in the UK travel industry.

Iconic Basket Boat-Shaped Convention Centre opens in Vietnam

Axi Plaza celebrated its grand opening at its spectacular beachfront location, overlooking Long Beach on Vietnam’s scenic Cam Ranh peninsula.

Sri Lanka’s luxury DMC Serendipity targets Super Niche Segment in Indian Tourism Market

Serendipity, Sri Lanka’s luxury Destination Management Company (DMC) specializing in hosting best-in-class tailored experiences throughout the island destination, has announced its strategic focus on targeting the super niche segment of the Indian tourism market.

Travelex launches bank partnerships across Japan

Travelex, a market leading foreign exchange brand, has launched an FX affiliate referral programme with over 60 local banks across Japan, with over 30,000 of these banks’ customers having subsequently benefited from access to travel money since the programme’s launch late last year.

In Asia Pacific, Hilton’s RevPAR grew 7.9% versus 2019  

In Asia Pacific, Hilton’s RevPAR grew 7.9% versus 2019 levels on top of a strong 2023, backed by steady growth in leisure and business demand

DOT: Philippines receives 2 million international visitors; Tourism receipts hit PHP158 billion in the first three months of 2024

The Philippines has already received over two million international visitors this month, the Department of Tourism (DOT) reported on Wednesday (April 24).

Cathay welcomes Olympic medallist Siobhan Haughey as its new brand ambassador

Cathay proudly announces its collaboration with Hong Kong Olympic swimmer Siobhan Haughey as its new brand ambassador.