Sustainable tourism at a critical juncture
Sustainability in the travel and tourism industry has become the most discussed subject, accelerated by the pandemic. However, Roi Ariel, general manager of Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), says the industry needs accountability and greater public awareness
Genting Dream readies for Phuket
Resorts World Cruises (RWC) will launch three- and five-nights cruises to Phuket from both Singapore and Kuala Lumpur (via Port Klang) aboard Genting Dream...
Tokyo plays up new highlights, lesser-known areas to bring back business...
Keen to pump up its pipeline of new inbound business events, Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau (TCVB) recently hosted its first two fam trips...
La Vie Hospitality Group forms; eyes South-east Asia market
Sydney-headquartered independent hotel management company La Vie Hotels & Resorts has restructured its business and established an umbrella brand, La Vie Hospitality Group, to...
Princess Cruises unveils Australia and New Zealand season
Princess Cruises’ 2023-24 Australia and New Zealand season will feature four ships – Royal-Class ships Majestic Princess and Royal Princess as well as Coral...
Booking.com, CHOOOSE join forces to promote mindful travel
Booking.com and CHOOOSE have partnered as part of their shared vision to increase traveller awareness about the carbon implications of their trips and enable...
Penang plays up rural draws to charm visitors
As Penang Global Tourism scales up destination marketing to spur travellers into action, it has chosen to spotlight lesser-known but accessible areas that are...
WTTC, Sustainable Hospitality Alliance to drive transition to net positive hospitality
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (SHA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding committing both organisations to closer...
Travelport beefs up product range
New supplier connections between Travelport and companies like Booking.com and Hertz, are bringing additional content to travel retailers on Travelport+. Accessible now are more...
AIME returns in 2023; celebrates 30th anniversary
The Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) will be returning to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) from February 13-15, 2023.
AIME will...
