Abu Dhabi – the capital and second most populous city in the United Arab Emirates – has no shortage of luxury experiences, with one of its most notable being the Grand Millennium Al Wah…
Style file: Funky four-star hotels in Seoul for the trendy traveler
SEOUL is often regarded as the one of the hippest cities in the world, and it’s largely owing to its unmistakably distinct style. Fashion and art co-exist in the bustling city, creating a cli…
Hotel Cappuccino: Quirky nook in Seoul for the trendy traveler
SOUTH KOREA’S capital of Seoul is one that doesn’t shy from standing out – whether in the expression of fashion and pop culture, the city is a front runner in Asia for setting bol…
The (MICE tourism) show must go on in Thailand, industry players say
THE MICE industry in Thailand has taken a slight step back after the death of King Bhumibol Adulyadej last Thursday, according to a report by TTG Asia.Peter Caprez, cluster general manager of three…
Iconic fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld will open luxury hotel in Macau
TO add another feather in his cap, legendary fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld will launch a line of hospitality brands comprising of hotel, restaurant and nightclub chains.Pierpaolo Righi, president…
On the money: Five handy smartphone apps to sort out your travel expenses
EXPENSE tracking and reporting is notoriously problematic for both business travelers and companies. But modern technology now appears to offer a sophisticated yet easy-to-use solution. Using onlin…
Take a hike: Unleash the explorer in you in these ‘adventure’ cities around Asia
ADVENTURE tourism is growing at a rapid pace, and will continue to escalate as more travelers like to immerse in activities such as mountain climbing, caving, hiking, and skydiving.For those who li…
Riding out the storm: How to stay safe during a typhoon
BARELY hours after Typhoon Sarika (local name Karen) left the Philippines after making landfall on Sunday, locals were alerted to the expected entry of yet another tropical cyclone, dubbed Typhoon …
Netizens rebuke BBC’s ‘misleading’ advice to tourists in Thailand
NETIZENS in Thailand have slammed BBC Three over a video montage covering the country’s tourism situation following the death of King Bhumibol Adulyadej late last week, accusing the British b…
Japan is preparing for rise in sports tourism ahead of 2020 Olympics
THE Japan National Tourism Organization announced this year an ambitious target of hitting 40 million annual inbound tourists by 2020.At the recent Asian Tourism Leaders’ Forum in Tokyo, it w…