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Annie Chang, executive director of Travel Agents and Tourist Guides at STB (pictured), unveiled STB's latest initiatives to future-proof Singapore's travel agents and tour guides through innovation, AI and skills development at the Travel Agents and Tourist Guides Industry Forum (TATGIF) 2026.

From CEOs to scientists: Meet Singapore's new breed of tour guidesAt TATGIF 2026, Singapore's tourism board unveiled a bold new vision for tour guiding, tapping niche expertise to bring the...

SIA presses ahead with expansion despite fuel costs weighing on earnings.

SIA loses S$76m... then announces more flightsSingapore Airlines adds Spain, Australia and more Europe flights while navigating soaring fuel costs.

STB and Trip.com Group are joining forces to co-market Singapore as the destination of choice for international travellers.

Singapore ropes in Trip.com for destination marketingMeanwhile, STB's pact with Paris&Co gets underway to drive greater tourism innovation.

Kuala Lumpur aims to be top tourism city in Asia

Kuala Lumpur aims to be top tourism city in AsiaKuala Lumpur aims to be top tourism city in Asia Targets are to double tourists 0 0 Corinne Wan 45704 true Kuala Lumpur is my...

Life in the love laneLife in the love lane I often wondered about a street named Love Lane 45709 0 45704 true Growing up in Penang (or as we would...

Malaysia saw nearly 900,000 Chinese visitors in April 2025, with the extension expected to boost leisure, business, and experiential tourism.

China and Malaysia extend visa-free travelThe five-year extension aims to boost tourism and strengthen bilateral ties.

As Thailand’s first UNESCO Global Geopark, the Satun Archipelago boasts rich geological and cultural heritage, making it an ideal destination for eco-conscious travellers seeking tranquility and natural beauty.

Could this hidden beach paradise be the next Phuket?Thailand’s Satun Archipelago is emerging as a peaceful, eco-friendly alternative to Phuket.

UNDISCLOSED is a mystery tour where participants uncover hidden heritage spots in Singapore.

Here’s a festival to immerse in Singapore’s heritageSingapore HeritageFest 2025 invites travellers to experience heritage through sights, sounds, and flavours across the island.

Bali dominates as top destination for foreign tourists, boosting Indonesia's economy.

Indonesia 2024 tourism surge fuelled by Malaysian loveInternational arrivals reached 13.9 million, led by 2.27 million Malaysian tourists.

Guests can look forward to three new Marvel attractions, unique dining experiences, adult-exclusive areas, family-friendly accommodations, and Broadway-style entertainment on the Disney Adventure.

Disney Cruise Line reveals what’s new for Disney AdventureMore magic at sea: Disney Cruise Line unveils 2026 sailing dates and new attractions.