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China Eastern Airlines has announced the launch of direct flights connecting Shanghai and Abu Dhabi, set to commence on 28th April 2025.
C9 report shows surge in residential-driven hospitality investments in Phuket
C9 Hotelworks’ latest report shows that Thailand’s tourism boom has led to greater investments into the hospitality real estate sector, particularly for residential developments.
Agoda reveals Asia’s most sustainability-conscious travellers for 2025
Online travel platform Agoda released the results of its 2025 Sustainable Travel Survey which ranks Asia's most sustainability-conscious travellers.

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View AllChris Hall is new APAC managing director for the Globus Family of Brands
The Globus family of brands (GFOB) announced the appointment of Chris Hall as its new managing director in the Asia Pacific.
Motorsport star Bianca Bustamante is Priority Pass’s new APAC brand advocate
Colinson International’s airport experiences programme Priority Pass announced a collaboration with Elite Motorsport’s Filipino racer Bianca Bustamante today, 5th March.
Urban Resort Concepts announces new executive appointments
Luxury urban resort specialist Urban Resort Concepts (URC) recently announced the appointment of senior executives to lead its corporate team.
Steven Hopkinson appointed as Shiji’s senior vice-president for APAC and Middle East
Hospitality tech firm Shiji International announced the appointment of Steven Hopkinson as its new senior vice-president for the Asia-Pacific and Middle East.
Benjamin Vuchot to take helm at The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels Limited
The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels Limited announced that Benjamin Vuchot will take the reins as its executive director and chief executive effective 3rd March 2025.
Federico Tidu appointed executive chef at COMO Cocoa Island
COMO Cocoa Island has appointed Sardinian-born Federico Tidu as its new executive chef.
Philip Lawrence Kadoorie appointed deputy chair at The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Ltd
The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels Ltd (HSH) which owns and operates The Peninsula Hotels announced the appointment Philip Lawrence Kadoorie as its new deputy chairman of the board
Chris Flynn voted vice-chair of World Rural Tourism Conference
World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage executive chair Chris Flynn was recently elected vice-chair of the World Rural Tourism Conference (WRTC) for the Asia Pacific Region.
HBX Group announces new appointments in global sales and MEAPAC teams
HBX Group announced the promotion of three senior executives to new strategic roles within its sales and sourcing teams.
Sandy Shen is The Lux Collective’s new sales VP for the Asia-Pacific
Shen brings more than two decades of experience into her new role.
BWH Hotels China introduces new president and CEO
BWH Hotels announced that Harry Dong formally took on the position of president and chief executive at BWH Hotels China on 18th September.
Plaza Premium Group presents new chief commercial and chief transformation officers
Global airport hospitality services provider Plaza Premium Group (PPG) announced the appointment of Jonathan Song as chief commercial officer, and Mei Mei Song as chief transformation officer.

Events & Awards
View AllMeet The Experts HCMC 2025
MTE HCMC 2025 aims to strengthen connections, create collaboration opportunities and provide valuable insights to developers, hotel owners and industry partners, empowering them to seize opportunities and prepare for a new cycle in the real estate and hospitality markets.
Digital Travel APAC Singapore – 12-13 August
The Premier Gathering for Digital Innovators from APAC's Top Airlines, Hotels, OTAs and more
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.

Exclusives
View AllHBX’s Andrew Boocock on the art of selling travel in an evolving industry
At the recently concluded MarketHub 2025 summit held in Macau by the HBX Group, Group vice-president for sales in the Middle East and the Asia Pacific (MEAPAC) Andrew Boocock was part of a panel that discussed trends in these evolving sectors.
HBX’s Patrick Torres discusses key trends in travel and tourism
Travel Daily Media had an opportunity to catch up with Patrick Torres, HBX’s vice-president for sourcing in the Middle East and the Asia Pacific (MEAPAC), and he shared his views with our own Gary Marshall regarding potential growth sectors within his current regions.
Take your awards and event management to the next level, with Evessio
Delivering real-time data insights for the awards industry, Evessio is a leading awards software company. Here is how Evessio helps businesses promote their events.
Go City – Gateway to family adventures in Asia and Australia
With its APAC passes, Go City is the gateway to child-friendly experiences. From tours to top attractions in Hong Kong, Sydney, and Singapore, here is how the sightseeing pass company appeals to families.
Centara Hotels & Resorts streamline MICE with New Agenda: Meetings Redesigned
To modernise their MICE service into a single-point-of-contact solution, Centara Hotels & Resorts have launched New Agenda: Meetings Redesigned. Here’s […]
Unleashing innovation in the luxury hospitality: Discover the power of Shiji PMS
Discover the boundless innovation of Shiji, transforming the landscape of hospitality worldwide. Explore how Shiji's pioneering solutions redefine excellence and elevate guest experiences to new heights.
Travel trends shaping experiential journeys and tours in 2024
While ‘revenge travel’ has abated, the return to travel reached new heights in 2023, from roads and rails to the […]

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View AllBusiness Travel Show Asia Pacific comes to Singapore this April
The BTN Group which has organised the Business Travel Show Europe for three decades brings the same world-class sourcing, networking and educational programme to the Asia Pacific this April.
TKS holds Hong Kong Outbound Seminar in Tokyo
TKS revived its annual Hong Kong Outbound Seminar for the first time since the pandemic last 13th February.
The Park Lane Hong Kong, Autograph Collection officially opens
Autograph Collection Hotels announced the official opening of The Park Lane Hong Kong, Autograph Collection in the heart of Causeway Bay on Thursday, 2nd January.
Clockenflap 2024 declared a success
Clockenflap, Hong Kong’s biggest international outdoor music and arts festival, closed its three-day run with a bang as performers took a bow on Monday, 2nd December.

Interviews
View AllHBX’s Andrew Boocock on the art of selling travel in an evolving industry
At the recently concluded MarketHub 2025 summit held in Macau by the HBX Group, Group vice-president for sales in the Middle East and the Asia Pacific (MEAPAC) Andrew Boocock was part of a panel that discussed trends in these evolving sectors.
HBX’s Patrick Torres discusses key trends in travel and tourism
Travel Daily Media had an opportunity to catch up with Patrick Torres, HBX’s vice-president for sourcing in the Middle East and the Asia Pacific (MEAPAC), and he shared his views with our own Gary Marshall regarding potential growth sectors within his current regions.
Bill Barnett: “The post-COVID traveller is going to be like a baby”
Bill Barnett, the Phuket-based head honcho of C9 Hotelworks, is not someone who needs an introduction to anyone working in […]
“Quarter of rooms under construction in APAC carry a Hilton flag”: Matt Fry, Hilton
In August Hilton announced that by the middle of 2019 the company has signed up 120 new hotels in APAC Keen to discover more I spoke to the Hilton's SVP of development in Asia, Matt Fry to find out more about this wave of growth.
Court of the Sun Queen: Ctrip CEO’s secrets to success
The secret to how Ctrip grew in value by 210x was revealed by Jane Sun, CEO of Ctrip.com, International Ltd., […]
How a golf trip started a vacation rental platform
Like an ember starting a fire, Galen Cheng didn’t know that a simple golf trip to North Nicolas would lead to the creation of a new vacation rental platform.
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China Eastern Airlines to launch direct flights between Shanghai and Abu Dhabi
China Eastern Airlines has announced the launch of direct flights connecting Shanghai and Abu Dhabi, set to commence on 28th April 2025.
C9 report shows surge in residential-driven hospitality investments in Phuket
C9 Hotelworks’ latest report shows that Thailand’s tourism boom has led to greater investments into the hospitality real estate sector, particularly for residential developments.
Agoda reveals Asia’s most sustainability-conscious travellers for 2025
Online travel platform Agoda released the results of its 2025 Sustainable Travel Survey which ranks Asia's most sustainability-conscious travellers.

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Industry News
View AllChris Hall is new APAC managing director for the Globus Family of Brands
The Globus family of brands (GFOB) announced the appointment of Chris Hall as its new managing director in the Asia Pacific.
Motorsport star Bianca Bustamante is Priority Pass’s new APAC brand advocate
Colinson International’s airport experiences programme Priority Pass announced a collaboration with Elite Motorsport’s Filipino racer Bianca Bustamante today, 5th March.
Urban Resort Concepts announces new executive appointments
Luxury urban resort specialist Urban Resort Concepts (URC) recently announced the appointment of senior executives to lead its corporate team.
Steven Hopkinson appointed as Shiji’s senior vice-president for APAC and Middle East
Hospitality tech firm Shiji International announced the appointment of Steven Hopkinson as its new senior vice-president for the Asia-Pacific and Middle East.
Benjamin Vuchot to take helm at The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels Limited
The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels Limited announced that Benjamin Vuchot will take the reins as its executive director and chief executive effective 3rd March 2025.
Federico Tidu appointed executive chef at COMO Cocoa Island
COMO Cocoa Island has appointed Sardinian-born Federico Tidu as its new executive chef.
Philip Lawrence Kadoorie appointed deputy chair at The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Ltd
The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels Ltd (HSH) which owns and operates The Peninsula Hotels announced the appointment Philip Lawrence Kadoorie as its new deputy chairman of the board
Chris Flynn voted vice-chair of World Rural Tourism Conference
World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage executive chair Chris Flynn was recently elected vice-chair of the World Rural Tourism Conference (WRTC) for the Asia Pacific Region.
HBX Group announces new appointments in global sales and MEAPAC teams
HBX Group announced the promotion of three senior executives to new strategic roles within its sales and sourcing teams.
Sandy Shen is The Lux Collective’s new sales VP for the Asia-Pacific
Shen brings more than two decades of experience into her new role.
BWH Hotels China introduces new president and CEO
BWH Hotels announced that Harry Dong formally took on the position of president and chief executive at BWH Hotels China on 18th September.
Plaza Premium Group presents new chief commercial and chief transformation officers
Global airport hospitality services provider Plaza Premium Group (PPG) announced the appointment of Jonathan Song as chief commercial officer, and Mei Mei Song as chief transformation officer.


Events & Awards
View AllMeet The Experts HCMC 2025
MTE HCMC 2025 aims to strengthen connections, create collaboration opportunities and provide valuable insights to developers, hotel owners and industry partners, empowering them to seize opportunities and prepare for a new cycle in the real estate and hospitality markets.
Digital Travel APAC Singapore – 12-13 August
The Premier Gathering for Digital Innovators from APAC's Top Airlines, Hotels, OTAs and more
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.

Exclusives
View AllHBX’s Andrew Boocock on the art of selling travel in an evolving industry
At the recently concluded MarketHub 2025 summit held in Macau by the HBX Group, Group vice-president for sales in the Middle East and the Asia Pacific (MEAPAC) Andrew Boocock was part of a panel that discussed trends in these evolving sectors.
HBX’s Patrick Torres discusses key trends in travel and tourism
Travel Daily Media had an opportunity to catch up with Patrick Torres, HBX’s vice-president for sourcing in the Middle East and the Asia Pacific (MEAPAC), and he shared his views with our own Gary Marshall regarding potential growth sectors within his current regions.
Take your awards and event management to the next level, with Evessio
Delivering real-time data insights for the awards industry, Evessio is a leading awards software company. Here is how Evessio helps businesses promote their events.
Go City – Gateway to family adventures in Asia and Australia
With its APAC passes, Go City is the gateway to child-friendly experiences. From tours to top attractions in Hong Kong, Sydney, and Singapore, here is how the sightseeing pass company appeals to families.
Centara Hotels & Resorts streamline MICE with New Agenda: Meetings Redesigned
To modernise their MICE service into a single-point-of-contact solution, Centara Hotels & Resorts have launched New Agenda: Meetings Redesigned. Here’s […]
Unleashing innovation in the luxury hospitality: Discover the power of Shiji PMS
Discover the boundless innovation of Shiji, transforming the landscape of hospitality worldwide. Explore how Shiji's pioneering solutions redefine excellence and elevate guest experiences to new heights.
Travel trends shaping experiential journeys and tours in 2024
While ‘revenge travel’ has abated, the return to travel reached new heights in 2023, from roads and rails to the […]

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- Philippine Airlines addresses aviation gender gap with Fly With Her programme
- SriLankan Aviation College hailed IATA ATC top performer for 2024
- 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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- The British Motor Museum celebrates its 30th Anniversary with seven days of celebrations!
- FullyRamped raises USD 2.3M to train sales reps faster with AI role-play
- Virgin Australia joins the campaign to accelerate vaccinations
- How to increase productivity and motivation at work
- Vivid Sydney 2025 is all set to warm up the Australian winter season