Japan will raise its departure tax, also known as the international tourist tax, to 3,000 yen (about US$19) per person in July, up from 1,000 yen (US$6.70) at present, for both foreign tourists and Japanese citizens. […]

Emerald Cruises & Tours has announced the launch of Emerald Kaia after a successful transit through the Red Sea and Suez Canal. The next generation superyacht has cruised from Limassol, Cyprus on its inaugural voyage. The […]

Hong Kong can re-establish itself as a go-to destination for international travellers by investing in key source markets, new World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) research reveals. The WTTC report ‘Travel & Tourism in Hong […]

Malaysia Airlines is significantly expanding its East Asia footprint with the return of direct flights to Fukuoka, Japan, and the launch of new services to Shenzhen and Changsha, China. Commencing between July and September 2026, these […]

IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of voco Scenia Bay Nha Trang, marking the third property under the brand to open in Vietnam. Nestled in Nha Trang’s newly developed northern coastal precinct, voco Scenia Bay […]

From 15 April, passengers departing Singapore will be limited to two power banks per person on board flights, as announced by the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS). Those carrying more than two power banks will […]

AI continues to dominate corporate travel with recent market research into the global corporate travel sector reporting that two thirds – 66 per cent – of corporates are planning to integrate a range of AI-driven booking, […]

Marriott International and the Leali family, founders of Lefay, have announced their plans to enter into a joint venture to bring the highly awarded luxury wellness hospitality brand Lefay into the Marriott portfolio. This collaboration […]

Singapore Airlines customers will be able to enjoy the thrill of the FIFA World Cup 2026 from 11 June to 19 July 2026, with the airline screening the matches live via Sport 24 on Kris […]

American Airlines is taking the excitement of the pitch to the skies. For the first time, the airline is debuting a special sports-themed aircraft livery — a bold nod to its role as the Official North […]

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