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Ras Al Khaimah scales luxury hotel pipeline as CEO chases 2030 visitor goals
As competition for Middle Eastern tourism dollars intensifies, Ras Al Khaimah is betting on a mix of AI-driven marketing
‘Revenue is no longer the sole metric’: W Kuala Lumpur director redefines sales success
Zoe Seow, Director of Sales and Marketing, W Kuala Lumpur, in conversation with Travel Daily Media, shares her views, saying brand love is when guests choose you not out of convenience, but out of connection. Seow emphasises that differentiation lies in experience and authenticity.
InterGlobe pivots to lifestyle hospitality as European travellers ignore generic hotels
InterGlobe Enterprises is doubling down on its shift from global asset acquisition to brand authorship, positioning its new Miiro
‘The active traveller is the new priority’: EHL professor explains Singapore’s $24 billion tourism shift
The paradigm of Singapore’s tourism sector is shifting from spectator-heavy entertainment to high-value participatory sports. As of early 2026, Singapore’s
Treehouse Villas GM prioritizes ‘slow travel’ as travellers seek escape from digital fatigue
In a recent conversation between Gary Marshall, CEO of TDM, and Urs Aebi, Group General Manager, the curtain was pulled back on one of Thailand’s most poetic escapes: Treehouse Villas Koh Yao Noi. Established seven years ago with a philosophy of radical integration, this sanctuary wasn't just built in nature—it was built with it.
‘Candidates avoid side-steps’: Radar Recruitment on the shift in travel hiring trends
The travel industry is facing a new recruitment bottleneck as “radar candidates”—high-performing professionals who remain visible to recruiters but
‘Value is the new volume’: TAT New Delhi director outlines shift in India outreach
Thailand is pivoting its 2026 India strategy toward “value-led growth,” targeting a 10% increase in tourism revenue by prioritising high-spending
‘Sustainability is no longer optional’: Boutique owners embrace new conservation codes
The Golden Tusk is redefining the boutique resort model by shifting the focus from “bucket list” tourism to immersive, conservation-led
‘Fast travel is over’: JourneyLabel CEO on the new definition of luxury tourism
True luxury today is having the time and space to slow down, stay longer in one place, and reconnect with
‘AI is the future of hospitality’: Agoda highlights key growth drivers for Asian hotels
Garnering insights on the way forward for growth, TDM interviews Romain Christodoulou, Vice President, Supply at Agoda on the process of making travel seamless and intuitive at every step.
‘The future is touchless’: SITA executive on the digital overhaul of Asian aviation
The future of aviation is all about staying connected, using data smartly, and making everything touchless wherever possible. Airports
‘Consistency is the brand promise’: Crystal Cruises VP on APAC strategy
Tony Archbold, Vice President of Sales for Asia-Pacific, Crystal Cruises, recently discussed the company with Travel Daily Media. He shared how Asia is cementing its position as one of the fastest-growing luxury travel markets globally. He emphasised how ultra-luxury cruise brands are being challenged to deliver more than scale, spectacle, or singular experiences.
‘A hub for sports and families’: Amari manager on Hua Hin’s post-pandemic recovery
Kitti Saesee, General Manager, Amari Hua Hin in conversation with Travel Daily Media, shares key elements that make Amari Hua Hin a popular favourite not just among Thais but expatriates too. From family-friendly activities to sports tourism, Amari Hua Hin caters for diverse guest expectations.
‘The growth is exponential’: FutureLog VP on the end of paper-based hotel procurement
Franz Lingl, Vice President Operations Asia Pacific, FutureLog Asia Pacific Ltd in conversation with TDM highlights how the adoption of digitalisation in Asia is building the momentum for growth. One of the key examples cited is Japan with its key inbound boom.
‘The agency is evolving’: IBS Software VP on the digital transformation of APAC travel
In last decade, the centre of gravity for aviation has clearly moved East. Economies in Asia Pacific have outpaced global
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