Tourism
STB, Changi Airport Group and Sentosa collaborate to boost marketing in India
To further elevate Singapore’s presence in India, the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), Changi Airport Group (CAG), and Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) have announced a year-long partnership, marking their first-ever tripartite collaboration focused on the Indian market.
PH VAT Refund System seen to boost Shopping Tourism: Frasco
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco has expressed optimism that the newly implemented Value-Added Tax (VAT) Refund for Non-Resident Tourists law will significantly enhance the country's tourism sector.
World Bank shows how integrated tourism is boosting communities in Indonesia
The Indonesia Tourism Development Project (ITDP), a joint initiative between the Indonesian government and the World Bank, is enabling communities in Lombok and Lake Toba to improve their livelihoods.
IATA establishes Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) formally established the Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization (CADO.)
Tourism Malaysia’s Super Sale Campaign 2025 is now ongoing
Tourism Malaysia, in collaboration with Mastercard and over 100 key players in the tourism industry kicked off its month-long Malaysia Super Sale Campaign 2025 last 1st March.
SAii properties receive Event Industry Council’s Sustainable Event Standards certifications
S Hotels and Resorts PCL’s sustainable lifestyle resort brand SAii announced that SAii Laguna Phuket and SAii Lagoon Maldives have received the prestigious Sustainable Event Standards GOLD certification from the Event Industry Council (EIC.)
VFS Global: Filipinos may still apply for Japan visas via travel agencies
Filipino travellers applying for Japan visas may still submit their applications through an accredited travel agent even when VFS Global opens its Japanese visa application centre (JVAC) on 7th April.
Novotel Jakarta Cikini introduces Legendary Room with Paris Saint-Germain’s Javier Pastore
Accor hospitality brand Novotel recently collaborated with iconic French football team Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) to launch the Legendary Room celebrating Javier Pastore at Novotel Jakarta Cikini.
Thailand introduces TAGTHAi EASY PAY for foreign travellers
International visitors in Thailand may now enjoy hassle-free, cashless transactions throughout the country with TAGTHAi EASY PAY.
Trip.com: Lady Gaga concert driving up hotel bookings in Singapore
Trip.com reports a dramatic spike in hotel bookings in Singapore as fans from Asia and beyond secure accommodations for Lady Gaga’s highly-anticipated four-day sojourn in May.
Philippine government works to streamline travel practices
The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) convened its Tourism Coordinating Council (TCC) on Tuesday, 18th March, as the government boosts its efforts to streamline travel processes while addressing key challenges in the Philippine tourism industry.
Marriott Bonvoy partners with KTSP Hong Kong
Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s award-winning travel loyalty program, announced a multi-year agreement with Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP), Hong Kong’s largest sports and entertainment landmark
Phong Nha in Vietnam is Agoda’s most affordable Asian destination for spring 2025
Digital travel platform Agoda revealed its list of the most affordable destinations in the Asia Pacific for spring 2025.
Tourism Malaysia holds its first consumer event in China
Tourism Malaysia hosted its first-ever consumer event in China since the pandemic from 7th to 9th March.
PIF launches Al Waha, first Saudi-owned duty-free retailer
PIF announced the establishment of Al Waha Duty-Free Company (Al Waha), a travel retailer and the first Saudi-owned duty-free operator.
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