Melaka’s tourism flourishes, numbers surging
The surge in utility bills by over 35% at hotels across Melaka during the first quarter of this year indicates a notable increase in tourist…
Singapore Airlines Third-Quarter Profit Rose as North Asia Travel Rebounded
Singapore Airlines (SIA), listed on the mainboard as C6L, reported a net profit of S$659 million for the third quarter ended December 31, 2023, marking…
Thailand Witnesses Surge in Tourism Spend During Chinese New Year Festivities — A look behind the numbers
Trip.com Group data reveals a significant rise in total trip expenditure for inbound bookings in Thailand during this year’s Chinese New Year (CNY) period compared…
Air Asia Launches Thiruvananthapuram to KL Service – A Boost for Travel & Tourism
Air Asia has inaugurated its much-anticipated direct flight service between Thiruvananthapuram, India, and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Launched on 21st February 2024, this new route marks…
The Maldives Surpasses 665,000 Arrivals in 2024 – Country on Track to Welcome 2M Tourists
The Maldivian tourism industry is experiencing a banner year, with arrival figures exceeding expectations. As of 11th April 2024, the island nation has welcomed over…
Sri Lanka Ups the Game for High-End Tourists with Golf Caddy Training – Elevating Tourism Standards
Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is looking to tee off on a new strategy to attract high-spending visitors. The Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism and…
Thailand’s economy falters – Vietnam, Indonesia, and the Philippines grow faster
Post-pandemic recovery has proven to be a tumultuous task for several regions, with rising global political tensions and many struggling with unemployment. Within Southeast Asia,…
Kandy Sports Club – End of an Era?
CR and FC emerged victorious in the Inter-Club League Rugby Tournament, defeating the perennial powerhouse Kandy Sports Club. Kandy SC has dominated Sri Lankan club…
China and Thailand Launch Mutual Visa-Free Travel: Efforts Undertaken to Boost Tourism Both Ways
In a significant move to revitalize their tourism industries, China and Thailand enacted a mutual visa-free agreement on Friday, March 8th, 2024. This policy streamlines…
Maldives Delegation Promotes Tourism at ITB Berlin
In the early months of 2024, there has been a notable rise in global travel interest, with destinations like the Maldives witnessing over 100% growth…