How community creators are shaping sustainable tourism
In an industry where sustainability and authentic experiences are increasingly sought after, some entrepreneurs, operating in niche spaces, have dedicated themselves to creating unique, meaningful experiences rooted in their love for their communities.
These creators— Eric Chong, Li-Chin Kuo, [...]
Klook expands social commerce capabilities with new TikTok integration
Klook, a leading platform for experiences and travel services in Asia, is furthering its efforts in social commerce with the introduction of new features focused on Gen Z and millennial travellers. As part of its ongoing strategy to leverage social media, Klook has announced the integration of booki [...]
Traveloka boasts 35 million+ customers for its most successful sales campaign
Traveloka announced the record-breaking success of its EPIC Sale 2024, which attracted over 35 million customers and served millions in USD savings through its discounts, with the company calling it the most successful sales campaign in its history.
Established in I [...]
3 in 4 travelers say outdoor activities are “essential to their travels”
Travellers embracing multiple outdoor experiences per trip
New research from Arival reveals that outdoor adventure activities remain a popular choice for travellers, with 59% participating in such activities during their trips in 2023. The report, titled "The 2024 U.S. Outdoor Adventure & Act [...]
Conservation and cuisine: How 1-Flowerhill blends nature, heritage and modern elegance in a dining experience (Sponsored)
Finding the perfect balance between preserving nature and heritage while also providing a contemporary experience to visitors is a delicate approach - one that 1-Flowerhill has been doing over at Sentosa Island in Singapore. Chris Millar, Senior Director of International Business Development for 1-G [...]
What is a high-value destination? The Bhutan prime minister’s insight
Bhutan prime minister Tshering Tobgay had just returned from a walk in Central Park before meeting me in New York this week. That walk would influence the answer to one of my questions to him.
I began our interview by telling Tobgay that when I had spoken to Palau's president, Surangel Whipps Jr., [...]
Intriq Journey intent on blazing new trails, space travel included
“What could be more exotic and off the beaten path than space?”
Bespoke luxury travel company Intriq Journey, formed by a team of the former Country Holidays, Singapore, is blazing new trails with space as its newest frontier.
Founded in January 2020 and with offices in Singapore, Hong Kong [...]
Taylor Swift’s economic impact competes with Coldplay and Adele
"By examining how different music styles and events influence traveller behavior and demographics, destinations can better understand spending patterns and overall impact."
Earlier this year, we ran a few stories covering Taylor Swift's significant impact on Singapore's economy thanks to the surge [...]
Startup stories and lessons from regional entrepreneurs
Up and coming startups, particularly in Malaysia and Singapore, paint a picture of a robust region with ample tech-driven opportunities
“Opportunities” was one of the first words that kick-started a panel at WiT Indie a few weeks ago that focused on rising startups in the region - two from Mala [...]
The secret sauce of “char koay teow”, storytelling and indie travel businesses
AI, it seems, is creeping into everything. In a little eatery called Jiashi Cafe in a local neighbourhood in Penang, far from the madding tourist crowd, the young entrepreneurs running it offer “AI Fried Char Koay Teow”.
For anyone who’s been to Penang, you’ll know that “Char Koay Teow� [...]
