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AirAsia Malaysia expands into Australia with a new route from Kuala Lumpur direct to Darwin.
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Wizz Air announces new route from London Gatwick to Wroclaw, Poland
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In its annual report released on Thursday, 13th March, the Stock Exchange of Thailand reported that the surging tourism sector drove listed companies to record growth throughout 2024.
Bicol Region to attract more tourists with a slew of exciting events
The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) announced that the Bicol Region is organising a number of exciting events to attract more tourists.
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Women make up 15.8% of Corporate Flyers in 2024: myBiz by MakeMyTrip
The share of women in flight bookings was approximately 15.8% in the calendar year 2024, meaning that every sixth corporate flyer was a woman.
Air India launches ‘Maharaja Club Points Plus’ offer
Air India has introduced ‘Maharaja Club Points Plus’ offer which enables frequent flyer members to maximise the reward points earned with eligible bank partners.
Zoom Travel Insurance says travel still a top priority for young Australians
A new report released by Zoom Travel Insurance reveals that travel remains a top priority for young Australians despite current economic issues, including a weakening Australian dollar.
Elite Havens invites guests to immerse themselves in the 2025 Bali Arts Festival
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AirAsia partners with Ripper GC
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PATA Travel Mart 2025 – Bangkok, Thailand
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A stronger yen could curb Korean arrivals in Japan
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Japan mulls imposition of new tax to combat overtourism
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Hotelbeds’ Bertrand Sava on Gen Z and travel agents in the 21st century travel landscape
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HBX’s Alexander Stutely on travel insurance products in today’s world
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Mark Antipof and David Amsellem talk about The Luxurist
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Raffles Sentosa Singapore officially opens
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Business Travel Show Asia Pacific comes to Singapore this April
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DCT Abu Dhabi partners with ITAKA to host ‘Top Sellers Conference 2025’ in Al Ain
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HBX’s Paul Anthony speaks about the evolving global hospitality sector
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AirAsia Malaysia expands into Australia with new Kuala Lumpur-Darwin route
AirAsia Malaysia expands into Australia with a new route from Kuala Lumpur direct to Darwin.
Overtourism poses issues for Japan’s onsen industry
The massive influx of foreign tourists has proven to be more bane than boon for the Japanese onsen [hot spring] industry.
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ixigo records strong YoY bookings during Maha Kumbh Mela with 5.4x flight, 4x train & 20x bus surge
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Wizz Air announces new route from London Gatwick to Wroclaw, Poland
Wizz Air UK, the second most punctual airline in the UK*, today announces a new route from London Gatwick Airport to Wroclaw, Poland.
Accenture partners with Air France-KLM
Accenture is collaborating with Air France-KLM to transform and migrate the airline group’s existing digital applications to the cloud, moving away from its three proprietary data centers.
Stock Exchange of Thailand reports tourism sector excelled in 2024
In its annual report released on Thursday, 13th March, the Stock Exchange of Thailand reported that the surging tourism sector drove listed companies to record growth throughout 2024.
Bicol Region to attract more tourists with a slew of exciting events
The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) announced that the Bicol Region is organising a number of exciting events to attract more tourists.
Supercars and Speed! Hrithik Farhan and Abhay at Ferrari World
The Zindagi Ko Yas Bol adventure continues, shifting into high gear as Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar, and Abhay Deol take on Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi in an action-packed episode that’s all about speed, thrill, and pushing boundaries.
Women make up 15.8% of Corporate Flyers in 2024: myBiz by MakeMyTrip
The share of women in flight bookings was approximately 15.8% in the calendar year 2024, meaning that every sixth corporate flyer was a woman.
Air India launches ‘Maharaja Club Points Plus’ offer
Air India has introduced ‘Maharaja Club Points Plus’ offer which enables frequent flyer members to maximise the reward points earned with eligible bank partners.
Zoom Travel Insurance says travel still a top priority for young Australians
A new report released by Zoom Travel Insurance reveals that travel remains a top priority for young Australians despite current economic issues, including a weakening Australian dollar.
Elite Havens invites guests to immerse themselves in the 2025 Bali Arts Festival
Luxury villa rental and management company Elite Havens invites guests to fully explore the rich culture and traditions of Bali.
AirAsia partners with Ripper GC
AirAsia, Asean’s leading travel and lifestyle brand announced a new partnership with Ripper GC, one of the 13 teams in the LIV Golf League
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Digital Travel APAC Singapore – 12-13 August
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IT&CMA and CTW APAC 2025 – Bangkok, Thailand
IT&CMA and CTW APAC continues to solidify its position as the leading global platform for the MICE and Corporate Travel industries, offering the most extensive exhibition showcase of Asia-Pacific’s MICE and Corporate suppliers.
IT&CM China and CTW China 2025
Since 2007, as The Leading International MICE Event in China, IT&CM China is co-located with CTW China – China’s Leading Corporate Travel Management Conference. Together, the events deliver a unique proposition as China’s Only Doublebill Event In MICE and Corporate Travel.
PATA Travel Mart 2025 – Bangkok, Thailand
PATA Travel Mart (PTM) is one of Asia Pacific’s longest-standing international travel trade exhibitions featuring unparalleled networking and contracting opportunities to help travel and tourism organisations access decision-makers, meet new clients, expand their networks, establish new relationships and consolidate existing business partnerships.
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Le Meridien Chiang Rai Resort offers an enchanting stay in fascinating northern Thailand
Le Meridien Chiang Rai Resort promises an enchanting stay in Thailand's northernmost province, in a picturesque setting beside the Kok River.
A stronger yen could curb Korean arrivals in Japan
As Japan continues to battle with overtourism, it may soon see a significant reduction in the number of Korean arrivals into the country.
Japan mulls imposition of new tax to combat overtourism
Japan may currently be the leading destination of choice for most of the world, but overtourism is significantly impacting the country in an adverse manner.
Hotelbeds’ Bertrand Sava on Gen Z and travel agents in the 21st century travel landscape
Hotelbeds' general manager for retail and travel agencies Bertrand Sava was part of a panel at the recently concluded MarketHub 2025 trade conference which discussed key trends happening in the sector, particularly within the Asia Pacific.
HBX’s Alexander Stutely on travel insurance products in today’s world
At the recently concluded MarketHub 2025 forum held by the HBX Group in Macau, its insurance strategy director Alexander Stutely cast the travel insurance sector into the spotlight.
Mark Antipof and David Amsellem talk about The Luxurist
In January, HBX Group revealed an innovative platform that is set to revolutionise the contemporary luxury travel sector: The Luxurist.
HBX’s Andrew Boocock on the art of selling travel in an evolving industry
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- Virtuoso announces its roster of Virtuoso Cruise Icons for 2025
- Philippine Department of Tourism invites Hollywood to film in the country
- Singapore advised to boost medical tourism in the country
- IHG appoints Bryan Chan as its new vice-president for development in Southeast Asia and Korea
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