HONG KONG has seen many of the structures from the World War II torn down to make way for newer, shinier skyscrapers – a reality that has resulted in rapid urban development and a wave of gen…
Australia: Travel trade event to help businesses wade through competition
STIFF competition in the travel industry has led to a greater need for agents and suppliers to stand out.At the Sydney event, free workshops – running on both days – will cover Europe&r…
North Korea wants to lure foreigners with surfing packages
NORTH KOREA’S tourism agency has introduced a slew of activities including surfing and rice-planting to woo holiday-makers.Other packages include mountaineering tours, sports tours, taekwondo…
On the meter: Where is the cheapest in Asia to catch a cab?
ACROSS Asia, taxis remain a vital mode of transport for millions of locals and tourists alike. Even with rideshare app companies fighting legal battles with governments across the region, old schoo…
Vietnam: Monkey Island draws ire from rights groups for animal abuse
ANIMAL rights groups – backed by a growing number of online petitioners – have decried the continuing maltreatment of monkeys as circus performers at a Unesco-accredited national park i…
Thailand wants more international filmmakers to shoot on location
THAILAND wants to capitalize on the lucrative global film industry by introducing a marketing campaign to lure international producers.The department wants Thailand to eventually be known as the &l…
Ahead of privatization, Air India eyes bumper staff buyout
AIR INDIA is drawing up a proposal to offer voluntary buyouts to just over a third of its 40,000 employees, says two government officials. This would be one of the largest such offers in India&lsqu…
Small-batch producers empower local communities in Indonesia
INDONESIA has wholly embraced the third-wave trend of small-batch specialty foods – be it coffee, cheese, virgin coconut oil, or chocolate – small production companies are sprouting and…
PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur: Comfort for families and business tourists
KUALA LUMPUR (KL) is a city that continually excites with its blend of carefully preserved heritage sites and shiny skyscrapers. Both leisure and business tourists return to the city time and time …
PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur: Comfort for families and business travellers
KUALA LUMPUR (KL) is a city that continually excites with its blend of carefully preserved heritage sites and shiny skyscrapers. Both leisure and business tourists return to the city time and time …