Vietnam Airlines and Sentosa Development Corporation sign MoU to channel inbound traffic to island attractions
In a strategic move to bolster tourism ties between Vietnam and Singapore, national carrier Vietnam Airlines and Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) have inked a one-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in a collaboration that aims to enhance the appeal of Sentosa Island as a premier destination [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Tribe Tours Singapore goes all in on accessibility and automation
Pilot tours on Sentosa and automation to consolidate bookings from multiple sources to streamline operations.
With inbound travel expected to soften to Singapore this year, due to the strong currency, stiffer competition and higher costs of living, one of the city state’s leading tour companies, [...]
WiT Podcast: What does ‘customer love’ mean in 2024?
For the first time since 2019, travel companies are unanchoring themselves to the events of the last 3 years and embracing the freedom, opportunities, and challenges that come with this new travel landscape.
In the pilot episode of our new series, Customer Love, in partnership with Booking.com, Yeo [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Hindsight is 2023: Our Top 12 posts of the year
2024 is right around the bend, and we wanted to take this opportunity to highlight our most popular posts of the year.
While it's fun to look back at what interested our readers and community the most this year, chronicling our most read articles is also a way to gain insight into what travel prof [...]
‘Surprise and Delight’ spearheads travel trends in 2024
Booking.com's latest data offers insights into a few budding trends that brands can look forward to in the coming months. From the emergence of the 'Surprise and Delight' trend to the growing importance of sustainability and the changing face of luxury travel, the future traveller is set to embark o [...]
