United Airlines is facing yet another outraged passenger – a mother who feared her baby son was going to die from heat prostration while a plane was stuck for two hours on the tarmac during a heatwave. … Continue Reading
Over 10 million Chinese tourists visit Thailand each year. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) polled many of them for the 2017 People’s Choice Awards and Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre at Central World was voted “Best City Hotel.” The poll, just completed in June, is evidence of Chinese visitors’ growing importance to Thailand, and Centara’s success in meeting their needs. … Continue Reading
• Best Western Celebrates 13 TripAdvisor Certificates of Excellence in Asia
Vietnam’s low fare airlines, Jetstar Pacific, has officially received its first brand new Airbus A320ceo aircraft at Airbus’ factory in Toulouse, France, as part of the airline’s long-term goal to further expand its domestic and international footprint. … Continue Reading
Tane Picken was appointed general manager of Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa, Singapore on 11 May 2017. He brings over 16 years of hotel experience across Africa, the Middle East and Asia to his new role at the helm of the only beachfront resort in Singapore, with 454 rooms set amidst idyllic surroundings on Sentosa island. … Continue Reading
• Destination NSW Appoints New Manager, Regional ConferencingThe agreement between the Federal and Victorian governments to deliver the long-awaited $1.6 billion commitment revamp of Victoria’s regional rail network will help to unlock regional Victoria’s tourism potential and support stronger visitor economies in local communities, the Tourism & Transport Forum said today. … Continue Reading
• ACTE Statement on Supreme Court’s Travel Ban RulingThe World Youth Student and Educational (WYSE) Travel Confederation is pleased to announce its partnership with EXIT Festival of Novi Sad, Serbia for the only recurring global study of youth and student travel, New Horizons. … Continue Reading
• Space still available for CLIA Masters Conference Onboard Genting DreamPrincess Cruises, the world’s largest international premium cruise line, announced today that Golden Princess, Crown Princess and Ruby Princess will be the next three ships to feature the Ocean Medallion™. … Continue Reading
• Windstar Launches New Star Collector VoyagesTo celebrate the Ovation of the Seas’ return to Sydney, CruiseAway.com.au is offering a specially created cruise package onboard the ship as she repositions from Singapore to Sydney for the 2018/19 summer season. … Continue Reading
• New Nepal Cruise Tour- Kathmandu To SingaporeAn exciting new chapter for Scotland’s heritage sector begins today as Historic Environment Scotland unveils The Engine Shed, its pioneering £11m national building conservation centre. … Continue Reading
With the dry season and cooler temperatures in full swing, the Northern Territory is abuzz with activity. Take a look at what’s happening in the NT over the next couple of months… … Continue Reading
Hong Kong retail sales turned positive in May for the first time since July 2015, up 1.8 percent year-on-year, according to the latest Mastercard SpendingPulse™ Hong Kong Report. Sales in May saw an improvement thanks to the Labor Day Golden Week and the Dragon Boat Festival. … Continue Reading
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recently upgraded its Amazing Thailand and Tourism Thailand mobile apps to ensure accurate and timely travel information at the fingertips of local and international tourists. … Continue Reading
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney today announces the launch of Mode Kitchen & Bar this July with Francesco Mannelli, ex Balla, est. and Uccello, as Head Chef. … Continue Reading
• One Wine Weekend: The Fireplace and Taylors Wines Partner to Create Incredible Food & Wine Experiences This WinterAbout 670 exhibitors from 35 countries and regions will present books on a wide range of topics and in various languages at the 28th edition of the HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair, which will be held 19-25 July at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). … Continue Reading
• The 7th Annual Dunhuang Silk Road International Tourism Festival Kicks Off!Half Moon Bay Golf Links, which operates a pair of world-renowned destination golf courses in the San Francisco area, plans to implement the Inntopia Commerce system to sell golf and lodging packages to their destination guests starting this summer. … Continue Reading
Dr. Wichai Thavornwattanayong, Chairman of Inter Far East Energy Corporation (IFEC) and Director of Dhara Dhevi Hotel Co., Ltd, is pleased to announce a partnership between The Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai and the internationally recognized independent Spa Consulting firm, Spa Origins Co., Ltd, headed up by Naphalai Areesorn and Andrew Jacka. … Continue Reading
iclub Sheung Wan Hotel is 3 years old today! To celebrate the third anniversary, the Hotel is offering 3 extra bonus items to our guests including further booking discount, complimentary Airport Express tickets and complimentary bottle of wine. Book now and enjoy the fabulous privileges! … Continue Reading
CapitaLand’s wholly owned serviced residence business unit, The Ascott Limited (Ascott), has clinched seven new contracts to manage over 1,300 apartments across six cities in China. … Continue Reading
This month saw the launch of a ground breaking partnership led by Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) with TFE Hotels and the Indigenous Land Corporation (ILC) at Adina Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront is set to increase Indigenous employment opportunities in the Northern Territory. … Continue Reading
The second property under Banyan Tree Group’s stylish hotel residence brand Cassia will open in Bintan, Indonesia in August 2017. … Continue Reading
Cover-More, Australia’s leading travel insurance and medical assistance provider, today announced the launch of Pre-Travel GP consultations for customers, provided under their travel insurance policy. … Continue Reading
From London to Brisbane, The Royal Ballet has landed
The wait is over as members of The Royal Ballet arrive in Brisbane, in the Company’s first Australian visit for 15 years. … Continue Reading
Known affectionately as “KH,” Kuda Huraa may as well stand for “Kids Haven” for the quality and extent of activities geared towards younger guests at Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa. … Continue Reading
When loyal clients Rob & Liz Dunstan needed to cancel their $56,000 European holiday of a lifetime, it was their personal travel manager Leisa Burdette they immediately turned to for help with their Medibank Travel Insurance claim. … Continue Reading
In an Australian and New Zealand first, Airbnb, the world’s leading community driven marketplace, has partnered with Flight Centre Travel Group’s (FCTG) corporate division to provide corporate customers with more options when travelling for business. … Continue Reading
• Expedia® Launches Rev+, a Revenue Management Tool, WorldwideFollowing Dr Chris Brown’s recent visit to Vietnam with Insider Journeys, Network Ten’s ‘The Living Room’ and Vietnam Airlines, the four top-selling agents who sold the most Vietnam trips were whisked away to take part in an exclusive experience with The Living Room, all thanks to Insider Journeys. … Continue Reading
The islands that speckle Mozambique’s coastline are a welcome vision of paradise for every guest. Equally as breath-taking as these stunning ocean views are the extraordinary sights that lie just below the surface. … Continue Reading
The Daintree Rainforest located in QLD, Australia is the oldest surviving tropical rainforest on earth and contains some of the most biologically diverse flora and fauna. … Continue Reading
Now in its 135th year, the 13-race program offers up a combined $200,000 prize-purse, plus a further $12,500 in QTIS (Queensland Thoroughbred Incentive Scheme) bonuses – making it one of the most lucrative and unique outback thoroughbred race experiences in Australia. … Continue Reading
• Optimist World Championship 2017 breaks record to welcome 280 sailors from 62 countries to compete in PattayaThe U.S. Department of Commerce today announced that 6.6 million international visitors(1)(2) traveled to the United States in October 2016, down slightly (-4,955 visits) from October 2015. … Continue Reading
• April 2017: Passengers up 8% and 13% respectively in Asia-Pacific and Middle EastBeginning this evening, guests are invited to see “The Wizarding World of Harry PotterTM” in a whole new light when Universal Studios Hollywood debuts its all-new “The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts TM Castle,” featuring a dazzling light projection experience against the backdrop of Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. … Continue Reading
For a memorable taste of some of North America’s most incredible highlights when time is short, choose an action-packed short break such as Los Angeles to Grand Canyon Mini. … Continue Reading
On Saturday 24th June 2017, the Philippine Department of Tourism, Philippine Airlines, the Philippine Embassy in Canberra and the Philippine Consulate General in Sydney were delighted to support the Habol Ilonggo Fashion Show at the Art Gallery of New South Wales. … Continue Reading
For a truly sublime wilderness escape, it is hard to surpass Uganda, the undiscovered pearl of Africa. A lush landscape of deep lakes, glacial alpine mountains, wide-open savannah and dense rainforests, the country boasts wildlife not found anywhere else, making a safari here an unforgettable one. … Continue Reading
• Wine Weekend Returns to Tasmania
The Sydney Opera House today announced ANTIDOTE – a new festival celebrating the artists, thinkers and doers who have spearheaded change in a time of uncertainty. … Continue Reading
