Asia/Singapore Tuesday, 3rd February 2026

Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore completes S$40 million improvements

Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore (MBCCS), managed by SATS-Creuers Cruise Services (SCCS), has completed a S$40 million (US$29 million) upgrade to improve passenger experience...

Quest for the unusual draws luxury travellers to independent hotels

Demand for independent hotels that offer creative guest experiences is on the rise, as well-travelled individuals turn away from accommodation that feels generic and...

India’s inbound tourism season off to a good start

As India’s peak inbound tourism season (October to March) gets underway, early signs indicate a promising year ahead for the sector with traditional source...

Luxury travel shifts from opulence to access and experience

Luxury travel is evolving, with high-net-worth travellers trading opulence for access to remote landscapes, authentic cultural experiences, and personalised journeys. Hannah Pearson from the Adventure...

Mixed reality to inject fresh experiences into familiar attractions and tours

Imagine walking towards a dinosaur, its head tracking your every move with a level of realism that outshines any VR (virtual reality) or AR...

IATA launches global safety campaign for lithium-powered devices

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched Travel Smart with Lithium Batteries, a global campaign promoting safe travel with mobile phones, laptops, power...

Railbookers Group expands into Asia with worldwide offerings

Railbookers Group, a specialist in independent rail holidays worldwide, has brought two flagship brands – Railbookers and Amtrak Vacations – to Asia, where it...

Agoda, Saudi Tourism Authority to boost Asia-Pacific travel to Saudi Arabia

Agoda, through its strategic partnerships arm Rocket Travel by Agoda, has partnered with the Saudi Tourism Authority to promote Saudi Arabia’s cultural heritage and...

Trip.com, Live Nation Asia to turn concerts into travel experiences across...

Fans are increasingly travelling across Asia to see live performances, prompting Trip.com Group and Live Nation Asia to launch a multi-year partnership integrating travel...

TTG Asia Media’s Karen Yue wins TravMedia’s Media Lifetime Achievement

TravMedia Awards Asia 2025, the first pan-Asian award that recognises excellence in travel media and public relations, has given TTG Asia Media’s group editor,...