ITB 2024: Asia in Focus – A look at the travel industry
BERLIN — The International Tourism Exchange (ITB) in Berlin, one of the world’s largest travel trade fairs, started this year with challenges. Strikes by railways and Lufthansa staff affected trade fair operations, and numerous exhibitors and visitors left the trade … Continue reading ITB 2024: Asia in Focus – A look at the travel industry
The Impact of AI in the Travel Industry, Pros and Cons
BANGKOK – In the ever-evolving landscape of travel, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a transformative force. From streamlining operations to enhancing customer experiences, AI is reshaping how we explore the world. Let’s delve into the pros and cons of … Continue reading The Impact of AI in the Travel Industry, Pros and Cons
Digital Nomads: Targeting Destinations in Asia
BANGKOK – The world is becoming increasingly interconnected, and for digital nomads – those who work remotely and travel the globe – this has opened up a wealth of opportunities. With the advent of digital nomad visas (DNVs), countries in … Continue reading Digital Nomads: Targeting Destinations in Asia
An eventful 2024 for the MICE industry
BANGKOK – With organizations looking to capitalize on the power of face-to-face connection, 2024 is expected to be a year of deeper engagements and gainful exchanges, with an optimistic increase in the spate of small and large events likely to … Continue reading An eventful 2024 for the MICE industry
Survey: Asia is on the cusp of a new era
HONG KONG – The world is changing rapidly, and Asia is at the center of many of these changes. As the region becomes more influential and interconnected, it also faces new challenges and uncertainties. How can Asia’s business leaders navigate … Continue reading Survey: Asia is on the cusp of a new era
New COVID variant ‘Eris’ discovered is 36 countries
JERUSALEM – A novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) variant known as EG.5.1 is spreading around the world, health experts have said. As the JERUSALEM POST is reporting, as of July 24, 2,442 sequences of EG.5.1 had been detected in 36 countries around the world, … Continue reading New COVID variant ‘Eris’ discovered is 36 countries
ITB China in September 2023 Fully Booked
SHANGHAI – ITB China, the highly anticipated marketplace for China’s travel industry, is gearing up for its grand live event from 12 – 14 September 2023. With an impressive line-up of exhibitors representing all travel trade segments, the three-day B2B … Continue reading ITB China in September 2023 Fully Booked
KUEHNE+NAGEL: Asia is most important growth market
BREMEN – Stefan Paul, who took over as the Chief Executive Officer of Kuehne + Nagel Management AG, a global logistics provider based in Switzerland, in August 2022, has shared his vision and strategy for the company in an exclusive … Continue reading KUEHNE+NAGEL: Asia is most important growth market
Ryuichi Sakamoto: A Musical Genius and a Social Activist
TOKYO – Ryuichi Sakamoto was one of the most influential and versatile composers of our time. He created music that spanned genres, cultures, and media, from electronic pop to classical symphonies, from film scores to environmental soundscapes. He collaborated with … Continue reading Ryuichi Sakamoto: A Musical Genius and a Social Activist
Japan’s tourism industry hardest hit by Corona
TOKYO – Japan’s tourism industry was one of the hardest hit by the coronavirus pandemic, which disrupted travel plans and forced the postponement of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. The number of foreign visitors to Japan plummeted from a record 31.8 … Continue reading Japan’s tourism industry hardest hit by Corona