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Khao Lak is fast turning into a surfer's paradise for Thai domestic tourists.

Thai beach town riding new wave of popularityKhao Lak turns from Western tourist hotspot into a crowd favourite for Thai surfers and influencers.

The pair of new programmes are devised for travel agents to "boost commissions and build stronger relationships with their clients,” said Norwegian's Ben Angell.

Agent focus with Norwegian's double promoCruise line launches dual programmes to support travel agents in getting future bookings.

With Singapore's cruise restart comes greater interest in sailing among regular cruise and potential customers.

Cruising is safe, say leading travel agentsHear why these agents are all excited about selling cruise again.

The InterContinental Bora Bora Resort & Thalasso Spa is one of 24 lodges in the new Beyond Green sustainable hotel collection.

Preferred Hotels has a new shade — Beyond GreenThe new brand collection debuts with 24 sustainably minded hotels, resorts and alternative lodging concepts.

Former TAT chief Juthamas Siriwan was found guilty of accept kickbacks for organising a film festival in the 2000s.

Fall from grace for former tourism chiefEx-TAT governor slapped with 50 years' jail time for bribery.

Bolstered by strong pent-up demand, Ocean will open its 2023 Around the World voyage for reservations in January 2021. Pictured: Insignia

Oceania sets single-day sales recordMore than 90% of reservations for its 2022 summer season voyages were new bookings paid with cash.

The main and most effective defence continues to be proper hand hygiene, mask wearing and physical distancing, says Osman.

Curious about Singapore's CruiseSafe certification?Find out more about the cruise audit and certification programme with DNV GL's risk assessment expert.

Singapore recognises that Covid-19 insurance coverage is a key factor to revive inbound travel to the destination.

Covid insurance now available for inbound travellers to SingaporeAIG, Chubb and HL Assurance among three insurance providers with travel policies covering Covid-19 related costs.

Passengers can travel back in time to the train’s 1920s heyday when The Orient Express' pop-up pulls into Singapore.

Next stop for the Orient Express train exhibit? SingaporeThe storied train will roll into Gardens by the Bay with a pop-up exhibition featuring two original carriages, Michelin-star...

A rendering of Oasia Resort Sentosa

Former Le Meridien will reopen as Oasia Resort SentosaThe rebranded 191-key property will mark Far East Hospitality's first foray into the resort and spa category.

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