Leading specialist tour operator Trails of Indochina have announced the appointment of industry veteran John Watson to the role of chief executive. 

Founder and owner of Trails of Indochina, John Tue Nguyen, said: “I am delighted that John is joining us.

“His background in general management and sales and marketing in leisure travel, plus his extensive network in the industry, will strengthen our company.

“Having already worked and lived in many parts of Asia, John will be based in our head office in Ho Chi Minh City with immediate effect.”

Trails of Indochina is the leading tour operator specialist in Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam.

Watson commented: “When the chief executive role came into view with an iconic company of the quality, history and reputation of Trails of Indochina I felt I had to pursue it.

“I will be focussing on continuing to build on the firm foundations within the organisation and developing new markets and income streams.

“I am hugely impressed with John’s ambition and drive and look forward to playing my part in leading and expanding the business.”