Discovering ASEAN the thematic way
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is promoting six experiential and creative travel themes to encourage multi-country trips across Southeast Asia as part of the ASEAN Tourism Marketing Strategy 2012-2015.The themes, illustrating the region's diversity, are "The Tastes of Southeas [...]
Visa-free travel for Malaysians, Thais visiting Japan from July
As part of its move to boost inbound tourism and to enhance ASEAN-Japan friendship, Japan on June 26 announced that Malaysian and Thai nationals on short-term holiday of not more than 15 days to the country need not apply for visas from July 1.However, visitors from these two countries who wish to [...]
Munich, Cophenhagen, Melbourne airports adopt new technologies to enhance passenger experience
Two major airport in Europe - Munich and Copenhagen - will implement Amadeus' newly launched airport solutions, while Melbourne Airport is introducing the latest in passenger self-service technology from IT provider SITA to reduce queuing time and maximise the use of its terminal facilitiesThe [...]
The Wrap: Angry Birds swooping down on Johor
In the news: Angry Birds to land in Johor, joint promotion to boost South Africa’s tourism, TripAdvisor awards for APAC businesses, Air Astana and Turkish Airlines codeshareAngry Birds swooping down on JohorThe southern Malaysian state of Johor came into the limelight in September last year when i [...]
Discovering Taiwan the minsu way
Travelling to Taiwan but do not fancy staying in a conventional hotel? Then minsu is for you - the equivalent of a guesthouse, B&B (bed &breakfast), homestay or farmstay if there are animals within the property.Contrary to popular belief staying in a minsu does not mean having to squeeze on [...]
The Wrap: Singapore unbeaten as Asia’s top convention city for 11th year running.
In the news: Singapore’s top convention city, robust Q1 for AirAsia, Skyscanner partners Qyer, growth in international passengers for APAC airlinesSingapore unbeaten as Asia’s top convention city for 11th year runningDespite the rise of regional destinations offering the best state-of-the-sart [...]
From no choice to tough choices: Singapore tourism at watershed moment
I think sometimes we are spoilt for choice. You go into a restaurant and they pile you with choices. You go online and you’re inundated with choice. Which app? Who do I read? What do I want to buy?Well, the good news is for those who attended the recent Singapore Tourism Industry Conference, the c [...]
Letter from Sao Paulo: Brazil brimming with promise
Here I am in Sao Paulo, excited to participate in the first World Travel Market (WTM) for Latin America. It is very fitting that they have chosen Brazil for their first destination as it is very clearly the largest and fastest growing travel market in Latin America.Having worked in numerous markets [...]
A journey through Myanmar, Part 3: Finding peace and tranquillity in Inle Lake
On the last leg of her adventure in Myanmar, Maria Benz (Amadeus Asia) visited the famed Inle Lake and found a serene rustic paradise.7th November 2012: From Mandalay to Nyaungshwe/Inle LakeAm getting a bit tired of backpacking. My hotel room smelt of “sewage” last night and a light kept flicki [...]
The Wrap: Hong Kongers most honest travellers in Asia Pacific
In the news: Hotel.com's survey on honest travellers in APAC, CWT's Travel Stress Index, Booking.com mobile bookings on the riseHong Kongers most honest travellers in Asia PacificA global survey by online accommodation booking service, Hotel.com, reveals Hong Kongers as the most honest travellers i [...]
