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Julien Mattei appointed as new CIO of a&o Hostels
Julien Mattei, 36, has been appointed as the new Chief Investment Officer of Europe's largest hostel chain, a&o Hostels.
Krisflyer, SIA’s lifestyle rewards programme marks 10 million member milestone
KrisFlyer, the Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group’s lifestyle rewards programme, is celebrating its 10 million member milestone in March 2025 with attractive redemption promotions, bonus miles-to-points and points-to-miles conversions, and enhanced mile accrual options.
IndiGo launches daily direct flights between Tiruchirappalli and Jaffna from 30 March
IndiGo has announced daily direct flights between Tiruchirappalli and Jaffna, starting March 30, 2025.
Insight Vacations’ Women-Only tours thrive in 2025 & beyond
In celebration of International Women’s Day, Insight Vacations is shining a spotlight on its Women-Only Tours, a pioneering collection of 11 premium itineraries crafted for women, by women.
RAKTDA partners with Trip.com Group to woo Chinese Travellers
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) and Trip.com Group, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at ITB Berlin 2025 to launch a range of new initiatives designed to boost Ras Al Khaimah’s appeal as a must-visit destination for Chinese travellers.
Singapore advised to boost medical tourism in the country
Analysts are pointing out that Singapore should leverage its advanced medical capabilities to boost its medical tourism sector.
North Korea puts foreign tourism on hold
North Korea announced that it has put the entry of foreign tourists to the country on hold.
Thai Premier reveals tourism vision at ITB Berlin 2025
Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra unveiled a bold vision for sustainable high-value tourism at the Amazing Thailand Networking Event at ITB Berlin 2025.
Japanese travel agencies to promote trips to China
Japanese travel agencies announced their collective plan to promote travel to China at an event held in Tokyo on Monday, 3rd March.
South Korea records nearly 1.12 million arrivals in January
The state-run Korea Tourism Organisation (KTO) reports that nearly 1.12 million tourists arrived in South Korea in January 2025.
Pakistan takes part in ITB Berlin 2025
Pakistan tourism officials and professionals made their way to this year’s ITB Berlin, actively promoting their nation in Europe.
CUBE Boutique Capsule Hotels unveils CUBE Social@Boat Quay
Following the success of its earlier openings, Singapore’s CUBE Boutique Capsule Hotels has launched its first CUBE Social@Boat Quay in the historic riverside area along the Singapore River.
‘Technology Game Changers: Future Trends in Travel & Tourism’ report from WTTC & Trip.com
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Trip.com Group have unveiled Technology Game Changers: Future Trends in Travel & Tourism at ITB Berlin, spotlighting the innovations set to revolutionise the industry.
‘SH Hotels & Resorts’ become ‘Starwood Hotels’
SH Hotels & Resorts, the parent company of award-winning brands including 1 Hotels, Baccarat Hotels, and Treehouse Hotels, is celebrating its 10th anniversary by officially rebranding as Starwood Hotels.
Global passenger numbers are expected to reach 17.7 billion by 2043: ACI
Airports Council International (ACI) World recently unveiled its anticipated Airport Traffic Forecasts 2024–2053, projecting significant long-term growth in global passenger traffic.
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