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Gastronomy, more so than shopping, wellness or sustainability, is the biggest drawcard for those planning a holiday

Food for thought: Gastronomy is a destination’s best friendFood, food, glorious food. Just add nature, plus some events, and you’re on a winner.

Located on Penang Road, Adina Serviced Apartments Singapore Orchard boasts a central location within the country's Orchard district shopping belt.

G'day! Adina checks into Singapore with first serviced apartmentA look at Far East Hospitality's bold approach to bringing Aussie hospitality into Asia with the arrival of Adina Serviced...

Travellers to Bhutan will now be free to choose their own operators and plan their own itineraries, upon its reopening.

Bhutan welcomes tourists again — at a new priceWhen the country reopens in September, tourists will need to shell out a higher "sustainable development fee".

Destinations in Asia Pacific that have reopened are moving to near pre-Covid levels, according to WebBeds.

The future of hotel distribution is wide openWebBeds’ APAC president Kok Sheng Sun on rate parity, distribution shifts and working with local travel agents.

Points to ponder for corporate travel managers as post-pandemic business travel evolves.

Are your corporate travel policies keeping up with the times?Bleisure, rideshare and food delivery platforms surge in popularity but sustainability and inflation are key concerns: new GBTA...

In Portugal's Douro Valley, wineries perched atop terraced hills frame either side of the Douro River as it flows from Spain in the east to the Atlantic Ocean in the west.

Drink to the good life in Portugal's Douro ValleyTop picks for wine lovers (and river cruisers, too) in Northern Portugal’s Douro Valley — the oldest demarcated wine region in...

Bolivia’s salt flats is one of the world’s best spots for travel photography.

World's top 10 hidden gems to travel toThese secret paradise destinations offer the ultimate secluded retreat for travellers, with incredible photo spots to boot.

Where there’s smoke in the cabin, there could be a lithium-ion fire.

Explosive warning: Why airlines are concerned about this carry-on itemLithium batteries need better regulation on planes, airline bosses urge.

Singapore marks Qatar Airways’ fifth Premium Lounge.

Qatar Airways’ new Premium Lounge brings Arabian luxury to SingaporeThe lounge is open to Qatar Airways’ business class passengers with seven varied spaces that can seat up to 85 guests.

This world-first green innovation is currently making its way over to the Maldives from Dubai.

Lux South Ari Atoll chases the sun in world's first solar-powered boatResort guests will have a chance to view the sleek Porrima, which runs solely on solar, wind and hydrogen energy.

The Alpine resort town of Davos is one of Graubuenden’s most iconic locations.

Take a breath of fresh air in Swiss Grand Canyon1,000 mountain peaks, 615 lakes, Michelin-starred restaurants and thermal spas await in Switzerland's largest canton of...

Public tours of the White House will return to a full operating schedule from 19 July.

It’s official, White House tours are backThe White House is opening its doors to more visitors with the complete return of its full operating schedule in July.

The super-rich is still an underserved segment in the global Muslim travel market.

The top 3 things that Muslim travellers wantThe global halal tourism market's trending needs and demands hinge on family, experiences and segmentation.

All these flight cancellations present problems for travellers but this is the golden opportunity for travel agents to shine with their resourcefulness and industry connections.

Why is air travel such a mess right now?As airports around the world report an uptick in passenger traffic, flight delays and cancellations are also piling up. Here's...

Time for rest in Air New Zealand’s new bunk beds, which will be available on the carrier's new Dreamliners come 2024.

Bunk beds in the sky? Thanks, Air NZAir New Zealand to offer world-first sleep pods for economy passengers on longhaul flights.

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto, opening in 2024, will be the first and only hotel in the city to have a Noh (Japanese classical dance) stage.

Banyan Tree goes big in Japan as Club Med grows tooBanyan Tree Group secures a five-property stronghold in Japan while Club Med scales the Hokkaido slopes.

China has also relaxed pre-departure testing requirements for certain countries.

Is China taking baby steps to a grand reopening?China slashes quarantine period to seven days for inbound travellers amidst other eased measures.

Somewhere Only We Know is filled with luxury experiences and many Instagrammable moments.

Thailand has a secret hotel Somewhere Only We KnowSomewhere on a private beach on Koh Phangan lies a hidden five-star resort that caters to only six guests at a time.

Fairmont Singapore is appealing to gamers with the innovative launch of gamer-centric suites fully equipped with high-speed computers and gaming chairs.

How hotels are making all the right connections with travellersFrom launching gaming suites to offering exclusive F1 experiences, these hotels are making a name for themselves among younger...

Wink Hotels is looking to change the tourism landscape in the vibrant coastal city of Danang with its two new lifestyle hotels imbued with a lot of heart.

From tattoo artists to diplomats, anyone is welcomed to catch forty winksWink Hotels’ two new property openings in Danang offer more affordable accommodation options for travellers from all walks of...

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