The impact of visa-free travel on ASEAN this summer, and how travel brands can capitalise
While visa-free access removes one barrier, other factors such as marketing efforts, infrastructure, and overall destination appeal are crucial in attracting tourists, says expert.
According to the UNWTO World Tourism Barometer, the recovery of international tourism fell short of expectat [...]
China outbound surges by almost 400% in 2024
With only about 13% of Chinese citizens holding passports, there is substantial potential for growth, a new report indicates.
According to a new report by Sabre, China's outbound travel market is experiencing a resurgence, with a nearly 400% increase in bookings for 2024 compared to the previous ye [...]
‘Air conditioning’ no.1 must-have vacation amenity for 83% of Singaporeans
A recent study by Booking.com highlights some pretty interesting travel preferences among Singaporean families, such as a whopping 83% of surveyees consider air conditioning the most essential amenity when booking accommodations.
Booking.com explains that this finding underscores a broader tren [...]
Asia-Pacific charts 32.1% surge in airline demand, despite China and Japan slump
According to The International Air Transport Association (IATA), in April 2024, total passenger demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), increased by 11.0% compared to April 2023. The total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), rose by 9.6% year-on-year, resulting in [...]
Why Melanie de Souza finds AIUla fulfilling and what’s behind “Forever Revitalising”
First brand campaign to showcase Saudi’s luxury heritage destination to the world
Nearly five years into her role as Executive Director Destination Marketing, at the Royal Commission of AlUla, and Melanie de Souza says “it’s been the most fulfilling chapter in my career”.
De Souza, who s [...]
Bangkok bike-hailing. Expensify’s chat super app. Token answer for busy airports. More.
Travel search on the cusp of a new era
Speaking at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) this week in a session on “How To Build Influence with Gen Z in Just 30 Seconds”, Marc-Antoine Simon, industry manager, Travel and Tourism – MENA, TikTok, shared insights on the latest trends in community-led marke [...]
APAC performs best in Air Distribution as Amadeus records double-digit growth in Q1 2024
Technology provider Amadeus has recorded double-digit growth across all reported segments demonstrating strong financial performance for the first quarter of 2024.
Financial Highlights for Q1 2024:
Air Distribution revenue grew by 12.6% to €764.4 million.
Air IT Solutions re [...]
100% jump in China’s outbound travel bookings during Labour Day holidays
According to a new report from Fliggy, one of China's key travel platforms, bookings for travel services from Chinese tourists during the five-day Labour Day holiday from May 1 to 5 saw nearly 100% growth, building on last year's rapid rebound.
Key Findings from Fliggy's Labor Day Holiday [...]
Expedia expands to United Arab Emirates, its first new market in eight years
Leading online travel agency (OTA) Expedia has announced its expansion into the United Arab Emirates (UAE) market, marking its first entry into a new market in eight years. The announcement was made at the Arabian Travel Market, where Expedia Group participated in the thriving $25 billion travel and [...]
Asia-Pacific continues to lead the way with 38.5% surge in airlines demand
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its latest data for March 2024, revealing a surge in global passenger demand.
Here are the key highlights:
Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), increased by 13.8% compared to March 2023. Total capacity, [...]