Luxury liner anchors in Port Klang, Malaysia’s first international cruise homeport
New collaboration eyes Malaysia’s growing Muslim market and leverages the country’s strategic location in the region
Costa Cruises, known for its European luxury cruising, and Hwajing Travel & Tours, a Southeast Asian cruise tour operator, have joined forces to make history at Port Klang by [...]
Asia economy class fares up by 21%, but business travel demand continues to grow
According to FCM Travel Asia, business travel is set to maintain its significance in 2024, with corporate travel programs facing scrutiny amid budget considerations. This, coupled with economic shifts worldwide, is set to create a few intriguing travel trends this year, as outlined by FCM’s six pr [...]
Travel pros react to Rabbit R1
Game-changer in user interface or a whole lot of “wasted bunnies”?
In the week since its unveiling at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, the Rabbit R1 has created a frenzy in the tech space, with many branding the Tamagochi-looking gadget as “the next big thing”, “the AI fu [...]
Social media, wine prices and the economy are pushing innovation in hospitality
EHL Hospitality Business School announced the release of a study conducted jointly by Dr Jean-Philippe Weisskopf and Dr Philippe Masset, revealing the trends shaping the hospitality industry in 2024.
Here are a few key takeaways from the study:
Over the past two years, the industry's biggest [...]
Turboprops and zero-emission short-haul aircraft are keys to sustainability goals in Southeast Asia
In a review commissioned by the Aviation Studies Institute, Sobie Aviation explores the future landscape of super short-haul air transport in Southeast Asia.
This analysis, the first of a two-part series, delves into the dynamics shaping the region's aviation industry, with a focus on flights cov [...]
‘Search surge’ reveals high travel demand in first week of January across Asia
Skyscanner's latest data analysis for January showcases a significant surge in searches, providing insights into the preferences of global travellers. From the bustling streets of Singapore to the scenic landscapes of Australia, the figures paint a picture of a few trends that are brewing in the Asi [...]
In Asia, demand for in-flight vegan meals exceeds passenger volume growth
Significant increase in vegan meal consumption were noted on Emirates routes to China, Japan and Philippines.
This January marks the 10th annual ‘Veganuary’ challenge, in which people are encouraged to stick with a plant-based diet for a month. It’s no secret that amidst heightened health an [...]
AI platform translates hotel guests’ speech into actionable data and insights
“AI is just a component the software. Application is the most important.”
The adoption of Artificial Intelligence in both travel and hospitality isn’t particularly new - many tech platforms and service providers have been utilising AI behind-the-scenes for years now. But the emergence and rap [...]
Luxury travel forecasted as a top trend in tech-powered 2024
As 2024 unfolds, the desire for travel remains steadfast, but the landscape is evolving - shaped by accelerated demands on technology and a growing thirst for personalised experiences. HBX Group, a B2B player in the TravelTech space, anticipates significant shifts in the industry this year, driven b [...]
Shifting megatrends: Electric air taxis and generative AI named driving forces of travel
Generative AI has put the Metaverse in the backseat this year, with 97% of airlines planning to adopt and develop the technology.
SITA's latest "Meet the Megatrends" report delves into the evolving technological landscape within the travel and transport space, shedding light on the forces shaping t [...]
