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Tourism Authority of Thailand’s Chattan Kunjara Na Ayudhya and Siripakorn Chaewsamoot speaking about the country’s tourism performance and strategies at Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2023.

Why Thailand tourism is all smiles againInternational arrival figures, plus a greater buyer and seller turnout at the recent TTM+ show, all point to a swift rebound of...

The Travel Changemakers Awards aim to recognise travel innovators – both individuals and companies – that have used technology to build back better, post-pandemic.

Calling travel changemakers who built back better with techWiT collaborates with ATTIA to launch new awards at signature conference in Singapore this year.

The new landmark in Singapore’s iconic Orchard Road will be a new prototype for high-rise tropical hospitality.

Urban nature: Pan Pacific Orchard takes root in SingaporeDefined by biophilic design, the new hotel embodies the vision of sustainable hospitality.

Costa Cruises has returned to South Korea after the lifting of travel restrictions.

Looks who’s back cruising in AsiaCosta Serena brings its Italian flair back to South Korea.

Michael Goh, president of Resorts World Cruises, receives the Muslim-friendly Cruise Line of the Year award from Fazal Bahardeen, founder & CEO, CrescentRating.

Resorts World Cruises is No 1 with Muslim cruise travellersCrescentRating award recognises cruise line’s halal-friendly experiences onboard.

Young guests at Village Hotel Sentosa learn about what it takes to run a hotel.

Hey kids, wanna be a concierge?Village Hotel Sentosa lets children learn the tricks of the hotel trade.

“Loyal guests and fans spend 2.6 times more than non-fans,” said William Haandrikman, managing director at Fairmont Singapore and Swissotel The Stamford Singapore.

This seasoned hotelier is building a fan base for SingaporeWilliam Haandrikman, MD of Fairmont Singapore and Swissotel The Stamford, gets down to business at creating a hospitality icon.

Staging and lighting technicians will share anecdotes of what it’s like to work in the Sydney Opera House.

See where the divas roam in SydneyFor its 50th anniversary, Sydney Opera House’s new tour takes visitors to never-before-seen spaces.

The Pacific Asia Travel Association is predicting “robust annual growth” for international tourism continuing to the end of 2025.

Tourism’s road to recovery: We’re not there yetVigilance needed amid predictions of a tourism tsunami: industry reports.

Passengers were alarmed when a man managed to open the emergency door some 240 km short of the airport.

Warning: This is no way to exit a planeMan who opened emergency door causes Asiana Airlines' rethink on exit seats.

Tawa Ravadee Resort is a rural retreat 2.5 hours’ drive east of Bangkok.

Welcome to our World: Thai resort joins global portfolioTawa Ravadee Resort enters the world of WorldHotels' Distinctive collection.

The invitation-only lounge sits above the existing Louis Vuitton store at Hamad International Airport.

Louis Vuitton spreads a little luxury at Doha AirportNew lounge offers everything from langoustine carpaccio to Veuve champagne – if you can get in.

Singapore Airlines will offer the most comprehensive free unlimited Wi-Fi access in the airline industry.

Singapore Airlines Wi-Fi: Now it’s free for allUnlimited Wi-Fi access for all classes and across all SIA routes for KrisFlyer members.

Australia’s tourism industry says an increased tourism tax will stall recovery from the pandemic.

Tax hike angers Australia’s tourism industryIndustry leaders unite to oppose the move in departure tax hike on passengers.

An expanded SIA-Garuda joint venture is expected to boost regional tourism.

Tourism the big winner in new SIA-Garuda agreementFlying united: Singapore Airlines and Garuda Indonesia deepen their relationship.

Turkey is gaining popularity as a travel destination for hair transplant.

Hair-raising reason for Türkiye’s tourism boomHigh quality hair transplants are luring tourists to Istanbul and beyond.

The KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection sits at the heart of Japan’s ancient Imperial capital.

BWH adds its Signature to KyotoWelcome to the Castle, a new attraction in an ancient capital.

Air New Zealand’s international passengers will be asked, ever so politely, to weigh themselves at check-in.

One weighty challenge for Air New ZealandPassengers will be asked to jump on the scales – in the name of research.

Thapanee Kiatphaibool aims to continue tourism promotion policies and collaborate with the private sector.

Who's TAT new governor?Tourism veteran Thapanee Kiatphaibool picked to be the new governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand.

The number one travel experience coveted by Singaporeans is a meal with a view.

Top 20 moments Singaporean travellers want out of a vacationSingaporean travellers seek experiences like making new friends and sharing passionate kisses.

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