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It's official: Singapore-Hong Kong travel bubble to start on 22 Nov
STB and HKTB have swiftly teamed up to amp up promotion and offerings of both cities.
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IATA's Travel Pass progressing at unprecedented pace
Most of the world's major airlines expected to adopt the digital health solution by March.
Events and travel: We're all in the same boat
Testing protocols need to be fixed while both wait for vaccine to work its "game-changing" effects.
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Manea Footprints of Kupe tells the story of Polynesian explorer Kupe, who discovered Aotearoa more than 1,000 years ago.
A fierce display of Kiwi pride
These trio of fresh incentive experiences are guaranteed 100% Pure New Zealand.
Ocean Park doesn't want to be a theme park any more
Free entry area, all-weather water park and marine conservation focus unveiled as the Hong Kong icon changes tactics to stay afloat.
Events and travel: We're all in the same boat
Testing protocols need to be fixed while both wait for vaccine to work its "game-changing" effects.
Packages so fun you'll forget it's 21 days of quarantine
No time to waste: Hong Kong hotels unleash their creativity on guests enduring three weeks in isolation.
HICAP's coming back live
Another win for Singapore's 2021 events calendar as the hotel conference relocates from Hong Kong to the Lion City.
Ships ahoy! Wealth of cruising choices for 2021
Host of new vessels rolled over from last year's global cruise shutdown join this year's lineup.
2021: The year of cautious optimism
Asia's top hospitality leaders predict what's in store for travel in 2021.
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A Special Invitation to Macau Virtual Fam Tour 2020
It's our great pleasure to invite you for the Macau Virtual Fam Trip. We all know that there's nothing quite like experiencing...
Planners will need to stay relevant to navigate the new norms in the changed world of events. (Credit: Getty Images)
The Event Planner’s Survival Guide/Toolkit
While the meeting experience as we know it will be considerably transformed, what will not change is the core skills that...
Macau's hotels have nimbly pivoted in this time, offering quality world-standard stays without skimping on hospitality and creativity.
Postcards from Macau: What makes Macau a top safecation experience
The hospitality sector has been nimble in its response during the pandemic, and hotels in Macau are no exception. The adoption...
Registration now open for CruiseWorld Asia Training Workshop (2020).
CruiseWorld Asia 2020 goes virtual
Calling all cruise agents! Come together to rebuild a stronger cruise industry and sign up for a three-part virtual training...
A true foodie destination, Macau's many restaurateurs and eateries have come up with creative ways to up the game, ready to whet travellers appetites when they return to the city again.
Postcards from Macau: Dining in Asia’s culinary capital in the new normal
While global travel is currently restricted, many destinations have already taken solid and positive steps to prepare for the...
Macau is keeping interest piqued for local tourism products through Macao Ready Go!, a platform offering multi-faceted deals to experience the SAR in new ways. Photo Credit: Gettyimages/Jui-Chi Chan
Macau Ready: How Domestic Travel Will Pave The Way for Tourism’s Return
International travel may be restricted for now, but Macau’s travel players have been working in close collaboration to showcase...
Being one of a few destinations to record lower pandemic figures globally, Macau is taking next steps to welcome the world back once the time is right, starting with domestic tourism.
Next in Travel: Macau's Comeback Plan
The travel industry may have come to a standstill due to the coronavirus, but destinations with firmer control over the...
With firm control over the containment of COVID-19, the Macao SAR Government’s next step: economic recovery and reopening the tourism sector. CREDIT: Macao Government Tourism Office USA
Macau's Next Chapter: Hotels and Travel Industry Unite
Reporting 45 cases and zero deaths as of mid-May, Macau is one of a few destinations to list such low figures, attributed to...
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Sri Lanka reopens to foreign tourists—with caveats
Tourists can enjoy a "quarantine free" experience, provided they stay within a travel bubble of selected hotels and sites.
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Get your vaccine, skip the quarantine
Isolation no longer needed for fully vaccinated travellers to the Seychelles, but travellers can't ditch their masks — yet.
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The region boasts a competitive edge for recovery over Europe or the Americas, say travel analysts.
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A breath of fresh air for US travel
President Biden kicks off term by nixing several maddening policies affecting travel under Trump.
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A sneak peek inside Expo 2020 Dubai
First of three themed pavilions launches ahead of the global exhibition in October.
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Tokyo Olympics running out of time
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A fierce display of Kiwi pride
These trio of fresh incentive experiences are guaranteed 100% Pure New Zealand.
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Airline workers nab the jab
Singapore Airlines and Emirates lead the way in protecting staff with mass vaccinations.
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It's official: Singapore-Hong Kong travel bubble to start on 22 Nov
STB and HKTB have swiftly teamed up to amp up promotion and offerings of both cities.
CruiseWorld Asia: Huge demand for Singapore ‘sailcations’
First sailings for Dream Cruises and Royal Caribbean almost booked out, bringing industry a step closer to being back on...
Genting Cruise Lines, Royal Caribbean given green light to restart sailings in Singapore
Both cruise lines will offer "cruises to nowhere" at 50% capacity, with enhanced safety protocols guided by STB's new...
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Airline workers nab the jab
Singapore Airlines and Emirates lead the way in protecting staff with mass vaccinations.
Etihad sticks to flight path as Emirates ejects
Australia becoming a destination too hard for international airlines.
IATA's Travel Pass progressing at unprecedented pace
Most of the world's major airlines expected to adopt the digital health solution by March.
Events and travel: We're all in the same boat
Testing protocols need to be fixed while both wait for vaccine to work its "game-changing" effects.
Malaysia tourism buckling under lockdown 2.0
Travel sector's woes laid bare as major parts of the country go into lockdown.
Packages so fun you'll forget it's 21 days of quarantine
No time to waste: Hong Kong hotels unleash their creativity on guests enduring three weeks in isolation.
It's 2021, but still feels a lot like 2020
Will this year truly be better with vaccines rollout? Meanwhile, scattershot Covid rules continue to place travel on uncertain...
Not so fast, Flying Kangaroo
Qantas's plans for July restart faces new hurdles from the Australian government.
Travel agents to government: Vaccines our only way out
But first, the Thai authorities urged to secure enough vaccines soon and offer assistance to the battered tourism trade.
New Covid rules could kill off travel recovery
Additional travel restrictions and quarantine measures only "increase hardship for millions", said IATA's chief.
Look! A syringe drawing in the sky
German pilot celebrates start of Europe's vaccine campaign with unique flight path.
Global passport order shifts from west to east
Move over, UK and US. Balance of passport power now tilts towards APAC as region pushes ahead in pandemic recovery.
Could health passports be the answer for swifter immigration checks?
Singapore Airlines and FCM have joined IATA's digital programme to help travellers manage health documentations.
Covid-19 vaccines for flying: To wait or not to wait?
Airlines, trade organisations and destinations debate on what and how the best vaccination policy for travellers might be.
Shangri-La has got you covered in Singapore
Up to S$250,000 (US$189, 658) Covid insurance coverage for international travellers staying at any of the group's four local...
New quarantine list upends Hong Kong hotel sector
Hong Kong’s Designated Hotel Scheme for compulsory quarantines raises eyebrows ahead of 22 December launch.
Understanding the post-Covid traveller psyche
AsiaReps Travel Services' Ritchie Tuano talks about managing the anxiety that comes with post-Covid flying.
20/20 vision: Looking back at a year like no other
Here's a look at the most remarkable stories covered by Travel Weekly Asia in this pivotal year.
Test first, then fly: Hong Kong offers pre-flight Covid tests
As well, Cathay Pacific joins a growing crop of airlines to offer Covid insurance for passengers.
Infection protection: All for one, one for all
Testing and health passports are the two best options in the travel industry’s toolkit, says genetic testing firm Centogene.
Airline workers nab the jab
Singapore Airlines and Emirates lead the way in protecting staff with mass vaccinations.
Etihad sticks to flight path as Emirates ejects
Australia becoming a destination too hard for international airlines.
IATA's Travel Pass progressing at unprecedented pace
Most of the world's major airlines expected to adopt the digital health solution by March.
Events and travel: We're all in the same boat
Testing protocols need to be fixed while both wait for vaccine to work its "game-changing" effects.
Malaysia tourism buckling under lockdown 2.0
Travel sector's woes laid bare as major parts of the country go into lockdown.
Packages so fun you'll forget it's 21 days of quarantine
No time to waste: Hong Kong hotels unleash their creativity on guests enduring three weeks in isolation.
It's 2021, but still feels a lot like 2020
Will this year truly be better with vaccines rollout? Meanwhile, scattershot Covid rules continue to place travel on uncertain...
Not so fast, Flying Kangaroo
Qantas's plans for July restart faces new hurdles from the Australian government.
Travel agents to government: Vaccines our only way out
But first, the Thai authorities urged to secure enough vaccines soon and offer assistance to the battered tourism trade.
New Covid rules could kill off travel recovery
Additional travel restrictions and quarantine measures only "increase hardship for millions", said IATA's chief.
Look! A syringe drawing in the sky
German pilot celebrates start of Europe's vaccine campaign with unique flight path.
Global passport order shifts from west to east
Move over, UK and US. Balance of passport power now tilts towards APAC as region pushes ahead in pandemic recovery.
Could health passports be the answer for swifter immigration checks?
Singapore Airlines and FCM have joined IATA's digital programme to help travellers manage health documentations.
Covid-19 vaccines for flying: To wait or not to wait?
Airlines, trade organisations and destinations debate on what and how the best vaccination policy for travellers might be.
Shangri-La has got you covered in Singapore
Up to S$250,000 (US$189, 658) Covid insurance coverage for international travellers staying at any of the group's four local...
New quarantine list upends Hong Kong hotel sector
Hong Kong’s Designated Hotel Scheme for compulsory quarantines raises eyebrows ahead of 22 December launch.
Understanding the post-Covid traveller psyche
AsiaReps Travel Services' Ritchie Tuano talks about managing the anxiety that comes with post-Covid flying.
20/20 vision: Looking back at a year like no other
Here's a look at the most remarkable stories covered by Travel Weekly Asia in this pivotal year.
Test first, then fly: Hong Kong offers pre-flight Covid tests
As well, Cathay Pacific joins a growing crop of airlines to offer Covid insurance for passengers.
Infection protection: All for one, one for all
Testing and health passports are the two best options in the travel industry’s toolkit, says genetic testing firm Centogene.
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Royal Caribbean is selling Azamara
Private equity firm Sycamore Partners will pay US$201 million in cash to acquire the brand's three ships and intellectual...
Agents, don't miss out on the FCC opportunity
Target customers with future cruise credits and fill up ships, say industry specialists.
Two out of three cruisers are willing to sail this year
CLIA: 58% of international vacationers, who have never cruised, are likely to cruise in the next few years.
Crystal Endeavor on track for summer debut
Production for the 200-pax luxury expedition ship has resumed in Germany.
New cruise ship Costa Firenze is delivered
The 5,200-pax ship is scheduled to sail in the Mediterranean from end-February and will move to Asia after October.
Ships ahoy! Wealth of cruising choices for 2021
Host of new vessels rolled over from last year's global cruise shutdown join this year's lineup.
Travel agents urged to grab the opportunity of cruising’s golden hour
Industry leaders at CruiseWorld Asia say trends point to more affluent customers and private spaces.
Welcome back to cruising: We have you covered
Royal Caribbean and Genting Cruise Lines add an extra layer of reassurance for unsure travellers.
CruiseWorld Asia: Singapore experience points way ahead for ASEAN
Regional destinations are following Singapore's lead and pushing hard for cruise restart.
Update: Royal Caribbean passenger does not have Covid
Covid-19 scare a false alarm but shows 'robustness' of Singapore's cruise protocols, says authorities.
Confident cruise selling during a pandemic
Lessons for Asia agents from an American perspective.
Norwegian sharpens Asia focus ahead of optimistic 2021
Singapore-based Nicholas Lim, in his new role, has been tasked to expand Norwegian Cruise Lines' regional footprint.
Japan says yes to MSC's April restart
MSC Bellissima will be deployed to Japan, offering six to nine-night cruises starting April from its Yokohama homeport.
Not yet smooth sailing Down Under
CLIA Australia is pushing for Covid-19 safety plan to replace the government's cruise ban.
The ships have sailed, yet opportunities abound
Time to catch the new-to-cruise and digital waves, says Royal Caribbean's Angie Stephen.
Let's see what the Quantum hype is all about
Here we sail again! Our first impressions after joining Royal Caribbean's global cruise restart in Singapore.
Cruise safe, forge ahead
Join us for the CruiseWorld Asia Regional Conference on 15 December to look ahead to new sales opportunities in the new year.
Europe lines kept calm and sailed on
Covid cases on ships remained cases, not outbreaks, says Royal Caribbean's Richard Fain.
Agent focus with Norwegian's double promo
Cruise line launches dual programmes to support travel agents in getting future bookings.
Sell what you need to for survival, cruise execs tell agents
Top objective: Make it through the pandemic. Second: Sell cruise again.
Royal Caribbean is selling Azamara
Private equity firm Sycamore Partners will pay US$201 million in cash to acquire the brand's three ships and intellectual...
Agents, don't miss out on the FCC opportunity
Target customers with future cruise credits and fill up ships, say industry specialists.
Two out of three cruisers are willing to sail this year
CLIA: 58% of international vacationers, who have never cruised, are likely to cruise in the next few years.
Crystal Endeavor on track for summer debut
Production for the 200-pax luxury expedition ship has resumed in Germany.
New cruise ship Costa Firenze is delivered
The 5,200-pax ship is scheduled to sail in the Mediterranean from end-February and will move to Asia after October.
Ships ahoy! Wealth of cruising choices for 2021
Host of new vessels rolled over from last year's global cruise shutdown join this year's lineup.
Travel agents urged to grab the opportunity of cruising’s golden hour
Industry leaders at CruiseWorld Asia say trends point to more affluent customers and private spaces.
Welcome back to cruising: We have you covered
Royal Caribbean and Genting Cruise Lines add an extra layer of reassurance for unsure travellers.
CruiseWorld Asia: Singapore experience points way ahead for ASEAN
Regional destinations are following Singapore's lead and pushing hard for cruise restart.
Update: Royal Caribbean passenger does not have Covid
Covid-19 scare a false alarm but shows 'robustness' of Singapore's cruise protocols, says authorities.
Confident cruise selling during a pandemic
Lessons for Asia agents from an American perspective.
Norwegian sharpens Asia focus ahead of optimistic 2021
Singapore-based Nicholas Lim, in his new role, has been tasked to expand Norwegian Cruise Lines' regional footprint.
Japan says yes to MSC's April restart
MSC Bellissima will be deployed to Japan, offering six to nine-night cruises starting April from its Yokohama homeport.
Not yet smooth sailing Down Under
CLIA Australia is pushing for Covid-19 safety plan to replace the government's cruise ban.
The ships have sailed, yet opportunities abound
Time to catch the new-to-cruise and digital waves, says Royal Caribbean's Angie Stephen.
Let's see what the Quantum hype is all about
Here we sail again! Our first impressions after joining Royal Caribbean's global cruise restart in Singapore.
Cruise safe, forge ahead
Join us for the CruiseWorld Asia Regional Conference on 15 December to look ahead to new sales opportunities in the new year.
Europe lines kept calm and sailed on
Covid cases on ships remained cases, not outbreaks, says Royal Caribbean's Richard Fain.
Agent focus with Norwegian's double promo
Cruise line launches dual programmes to support travel agents in getting future bookings.
Sell what you need to for survival, cruise execs tell agents
Top objective: Make it through the pandemic. Second: Sell cruise again.
Destinations
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Sri Lanka reopens to foreign tourists—with caveats
Tourists can enjoy a "quarantine free" experience, provided they stay within a travel bubble of selected hotels and sites.
Get your vaccine, skip the quarantine
Isolation no longer needed for fully vaccinated travellers to the Seychelles, but travellers can't ditch their masks — yet.
Malaysia tourism buckling under lockdown 2.0
Travel sector's woes laid bare as major parts of the country go into lockdown.
Travel agents to government: Vaccines our only way out
But first, the Thai authorities urged to secure enough vaccines soon and offer assistance to the battered tourism trade.
DMOs, here's how to stay ahead of competing destinations
Take a leaf from Marketing Greece's playbook in using data and artificial intelligence.
Play to learn, learn to win
Tourism NZ has a new 'gamified' training platform for incentive planners to pick up destination knowledge—and prizes too.
Thailand goes from countdown to 'lockdown'
Second Covid wave thwarted the country's much-needed domestic tourism boost during the New Year holiday period.
Macau's poised for speedier recovery
Chinese New Year and The Londoner's debut are expected to bring positive momentum for the inbound tourism scene in 2021.
Guest column: Keep a close eye on "leapfrogging" Myanmar
Myanmar Tourism Marketing's Myo Thwin on why decentralised decision-making is pushing tourism development for the country's 14...
New quarantine list upends Hong Kong hotel sector
Hong Kong’s Designated Hotel Scheme for compulsory quarantines raises eyebrows ahead of 22 December launch.
Beckham brings the best of British to Macau
Catching up on the week’s news from around the globe
Test first, then fly: Hong Kong offers pre-flight Covid tests
As well, Cathay Pacific joins a growing crop of airlines to offer Covid insurance for passengers.
Love and protect Bagan, not steal please
With no visitors and pilgrims, empty temples suffered from looting — until local tourism providers stepped up to stop it.
TAT hooks up with Tinder for matchmaking trips
Looking for love in Thailand? Swipe right to join TAT's dating tours to nine popular tourist routes.
Hawaii: Mindful travellers wanted, please
The tropical state's plan to balance community safety, destination ecology and tourism reopening in one fell swoop.
Is Bali on track for Christmas 2020 opening?
Satisfied with Bali's health and safety protocols, UNWTO declares the island could be reopening soon.
Survival of Africa's wildlife tourism under threat
The pandemic is hurting the continent's tourism industry, as well as the communities and animals dependent on it.
No exit: Aussies locked in for next few months
Government extends bans on cruise ships, outbound travel.
How long can Thailand's domestic pivot last?
True fallout will come when domestic tourism subsidy ends, say agents.
A breath of fresh air for Cambodia
Glimmers of hope for the battered tourism sector, with a major road project and five-star international resort underway.
Sri Lanka reopens to foreign tourists—with caveats
Tourists can enjoy a "quarantine free" experience, provided they stay within a travel bubble of selected hotels and sites.
Get your vaccine, skip the quarantine
Isolation no longer needed for fully vaccinated travellers to the Seychelles, but travellers can't ditch their masks — yet.
Malaysia tourism buckling under lockdown 2.0
Travel sector's woes laid bare as major parts of the country go into lockdown.
Travel agents to government: Vaccines our only way out
But first, the Thai authorities urged to secure enough vaccines soon and offer assistance to the battered tourism trade.
DMOs, here's how to stay ahead of competing destinations
Take a leaf from Marketing Greece's playbook in using data and artificial intelligence.
Play to learn, learn to win
Tourism NZ has a new 'gamified' training platform for incentive planners to pick up destination knowledge—and prizes too.
Thailand goes from countdown to 'lockdown'
Second Covid wave thwarted the country's much-needed domestic tourism boost during the New Year holiday period.
Macau's poised for speedier recovery
Chinese New Year and The Londoner's debut are expected to bring positive momentum for the inbound tourism scene in 2021.
Guest column: Keep a close eye on "leapfrogging" Myanmar
Myanmar Tourism Marketing's Myo Thwin on why decentralised decision-making is pushing tourism development for the country's 14...
New quarantine list upends Hong Kong hotel sector
Hong Kong’s Designated Hotel Scheme for compulsory quarantines raises eyebrows ahead of 22 December launch.
Beckham brings the best of British to Macau
Catching up on the week’s news from around the globe
Test first, then fly: Hong Kong offers pre-flight Covid tests
As well, Cathay Pacific joins a growing crop of airlines to offer Covid insurance for passengers.
Love and protect Bagan, not steal please
With no visitors and pilgrims, empty temples suffered from looting — until local tourism providers stepped up to stop it.
TAT hooks up with Tinder for matchmaking trips
Looking for love in Thailand? Swipe right to join TAT's dating tours to nine popular tourist routes.
Hawaii: Mindful travellers wanted, please
The tropical state's plan to balance community safety, destination ecology and tourism reopening in one fell swoop.
Is Bali on track for Christmas 2020 opening?
Satisfied with Bali's health and safety protocols, UNWTO declares the island could be reopening soon.
Survival of Africa's wildlife tourism under threat
The pandemic is hurting the continent's tourism industry, as well as the communities and animals dependent on it.
No exit: Aussies locked in for next few months
Government extends bans on cruise ships, outbound travel.
How long can Thailand's domestic pivot last?
True fallout will come when domestic tourism subsidy ends, say agents.
A breath of fresh air for Cambodia
Glimmers of hope for the battered tourism sector, with a major road project and five-star international resort underway.
Hotels
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Marriott marches forward in APAC
100 new hotels still to come in the region for the hospitality giant this year.
Dear guest, welcome and please take a test
On-property Covid-19 testing becomes a hotel amenity on the rise in 2021.
Meet Asia's greenest, swankiest and largest hotels
From Singapore to Tokyo and Bangkok, landmark openings to usher in the new year.
Packages so fun you'll forget it's 21 days of quarantine
No time to waste: Hong Kong hotels unleash their creativity on guests enduring three weeks in isolation.
End of an era: Casino mogul Sheldon Adelson passes away
News came a week after Las Vegas Sands Corp announced its billionaire founder's leave for cancer treatment.
Checking In: Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok
Travel Weekly Asia scoops out IHG's first Kimpton outpost in Southeast Asia.
Shangri-La has got you covered in Singapore
Up to S$250,000 (US$189, 658) Covid insurance coverage for international travellers staying at any of the group's four local...
Short-term rentals move up on Accor's radar
New Apartments & Villas platform signals Accor's desire to tap short-term vacation rentals, which remain in demand through the...
More lifestyle brands on the way for Thailand
Epicentre of S Hotels & Resorts' investment portfolio will shift towards Asia, with a strong focus on lifestyle brands.
All that glitters can be gold in Vietnam
Hanoi has a gold-plated hotel for guests with expensive tastes, while Adrian Zecha makes a beeline for a remote island.
Marriott CEO fears a harsh winter in Europe
The continent make up most of Marriott's hotel closures, a sharp contrast to "the brightest big market" of China.
Millennium & Copthorne gears up for post-Covid recovery
Going private has helped the hotel group to better ride out the tough operating environment during pandemic.
Here comes a new lifestyle powerhouse
Accor shelves out US$300 million to start lifestyle venture with boutique hospitality group Ennismore.
Preferred Hotels has a new shade — Beyond Green
The new brand collection debuts with 24 sustainably minded hotels, resorts and alternative lodging concepts.
Former Le Meridien will reopen as Oasia Resort Sentosa
The rebranded 191-key property will mark Far East Hospitality's first foray into the resort and spa category.
Australia's first Mondrian coming to Gold Coast
Accor and sbe will also bring Mondrian to Thailand, Vietnam and Maldives, among others.
What's the future of Singapore's mid-market hotels?
Report: Strong recovery prospects but mid-market players have to rethink business models amid Covid challenges.
More hotels take it light amid Covid's serious impacts
Soft brands, franchising and third-party hospitality operators are rising trends in Southeast Asia.
Beach days ahead as Thailand ramps up seaside openings
Banyan Tree, Pullman, Onyx and Aquarius' new tourism projects parallel global travel shift to private, cosier retreats.
Heritage hotel on Sentosa changes hands again
The former Le Méridien Singapore, Sentosa will be reflagged under Far East Hospitality, with a relaunch expected for Q2 2021.
Marriott marches forward in APAC
100 new hotels still to come in the region for the hospitality giant this year.
Dear guest, welcome and please take a test
On-property Covid-19 testing becomes a hotel amenity on the rise in 2021.
Meet Asia's greenest, swankiest and largest hotels
From Singapore to Tokyo and Bangkok, landmark openings to usher in the new year.
Packages so fun you'll forget it's 21 days of quarantine
No time to waste: Hong Kong hotels unleash their creativity on guests enduring three weeks in isolation.
End of an era: Casino mogul Sheldon Adelson passes away
News came a week after Las Vegas Sands Corp announced its billionaire founder's leave for cancer treatment.
Checking In: Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok
Travel Weekly Asia scoops out IHG's first Kimpton outpost in Southeast Asia.
Shangri-La has got you covered in Singapore
Up to S$250,000 (US$189, 658) Covid insurance coverage for international travellers staying at any of the group's four local...
Short-term rentals move up on Accor's radar
New Apartments & Villas platform signals Accor's desire to tap short-term vacation rentals, which remain in demand through the...
More lifestyle brands on the way for Thailand
Epicentre of S Hotels & Resorts' investment portfolio will shift towards Asia, with a strong focus on lifestyle brands.
All that glitters can be gold in Vietnam
Hanoi has a gold-plated hotel for guests with expensive tastes, while Adrian Zecha makes a beeline for a remote island.
Marriott CEO fears a harsh winter in Europe
The continent make up most of Marriott's hotel closures, a sharp contrast to "the brightest big market" of China.
Millennium & Copthorne gears up for post-Covid recovery
Going private has helped the hotel group to better ride out the tough operating environment during pandemic.
Here comes a new lifestyle powerhouse
Accor shelves out US$300 million to start lifestyle venture with boutique hospitality group Ennismore.
Preferred Hotels has a new shade — Beyond Green
The new brand collection debuts with 24 sustainably minded hotels, resorts and alternative lodging concepts.
Former Le Meridien will reopen as Oasia Resort Sentosa
The rebranded 191-key property will mark Far East Hospitality's first foray into the resort and spa category.
Australia's first Mondrian coming to Gold Coast
Accor and sbe will also bring Mondrian to Thailand, Vietnam and Maldives, among others.
What's the future of Singapore's mid-market hotels?
Report: Strong recovery prospects but mid-market players have to rethink business models amid Covid challenges.
More hotels take it light amid Covid's serious impacts
Soft brands, franchising and third-party hospitality operators are rising trends in Southeast Asia.
Beach days ahead as Thailand ramps up seaside openings
Banyan Tree, Pullman, Onyx and Aquarius' new tourism projects parallel global travel shift to private, cosier retreats.
Heritage hotel on Sentosa changes hands again
The former Le Méridien Singapore, Sentosa will be reflagged under Far East Hospitality, with a relaunch expected for Q2 2021.
Airlines
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Airline workers nab the jab
Singapore Airlines and Emirates lead the way in protecting staff with mass vaccinations.
Etihad sticks to flight path as Emirates ejects
Australia becoming a destination too hard for international airlines.
IATA's Travel Pass progressing at unprecedented pace
Most of the world's major airlines expected to adopt the digital health solution by March.
Starlux's already plotting future expansion
The Taiwanese airline has just begun twice-weekly flights to Kuala Lumpur, and has more SE Asian cities on its radar.
Not so fast, Flying Kangaroo
Qantas's plans for July restart faces new hurdles from the Australian government.
Jab and Go a no-no, Ryanair told
This week's news wrap: New year, new restrictions
Covid-19 vaccines for flying: To wait or not to wait?
Airlines, trade organisations and destinations debate on what and how the best vaccination policy for travellers might be.
More bells and whistles for Emirates' A380
When most airlines are bidding the A380 goodbye, Emirates is giving its new superjumbo aircraft a complete upgrade.
Infection protection: All for one, one for all
Testing and health passports are the two best options in the travel industry’s toolkit, says genetic testing firm Centogene.
How airport lounges are evolving in a post-Covid world
From relaxation hubs to contactless hospitality, surveys reveal top priorities for business travel as market confidence returns...
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Infection protection: All for one, one for all
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Vaccination and testing will have to go hand-in-hand until global herd immunity is attained, say airlines.
Bye-bye paper, hello digital flight service
Scoot welcomes onboard new inflight portal that allows passengers order food, shop and play games on phone.
Airlines heading for the brink without further aid
IATA's regional VP flags more airline consolidations in 2021.
New era of flying vaccines to the masses is coming
Covid vaccines are almost here. Are airlines ready to transport them?
No jab, no fly, no way, says IATA
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Korean Air to acquire South Korea rival Asiana
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Starting small, but thinking big to restore flying
Singapore Airlines will deploy smaller aircraft on the Hong Kong travel bubble to potentially kickstart safe travel on a bigger...
Thai Airways taps divine forces for holy flight
Thai celebrity astrologist will lead chanting on this no-landing flight that flies over the kingdom's 99 sacred sites.
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Singapore
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TWA Correction
On 7 January 2019, Travel Weekly Asia published an article on the demise of the Bestjet Travel OTA in Australia. The story included unsubstantiated allegations by the previous owner (Ms Rachel James) including statements that prior to the business sale Bestjet had been profitable and followed stringent operational, financial and industry protocols and that the new owners, McVicker International and/or Robert McVicker were guilty of poor management and the failure of the business in just 39 days.
Travel Weekly Asia now accepts that the article was unjustified and reflected poorly on McVicker International and Robert McVicker. Travel Weekly Asia further accepts that all of the allegations made against McVicker International and Robert McVicker were unsubstantiated and apologises unreservedly for publishing those allegations.
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