Tourism
Unshaken in Apac: Hilton sees strong demand, fundamentals, investment in region amid global flux
The population is growing more affluent, travel demand is holding steady, and there is an undersupply of rooms
Abandoned ‘Titanic’, failing ‘ancient towns’: Why China’s tourism boom leaves white elephants behind
Many ambitious megaprojects across the country have stalled or failed to attract visitors
Global hotel giants bet India’s local travel boom can defy slowdown
The rush by operators to add rooms reflects a surge in demand from the country’s growing middle class
British Airways says fare increases more likely after main summer season
Airlines across the world are grappling with higher fuel costs because of the Iran war
Billionaire behind Japan’s tiny-room hotel empire bets on US
The heir to APA Hotels is expanding into North America, and says growth will come partly from acquisitions
From China to the world – How Jane Sun leans on her global experience to drive Trip.com’s growth, culture
As the travel group advances, the CEO spotlights women and tech
Thailand tighten rules on visas exemptions for tourists
The measures will come into effect within 15 days of an announcement in the country’s official gazette
Thai anger at misbehaving foreigners triggers visa rules review
Possible measures include reducing the 60-day visa-free stay for tourists to 30 days
How the jet fuel supply crunch triggered by Iran war threatens summer travel plans in Asia, Europe
Airlines have been leaning on customers to absorb the extra billions of dollars in jet fuel costs
China’s May Day overall tourism activity rises, but travellers are cautious
Its holiday periods have been marked by increased domestic travel but per capita spending has lagged
