Asia News

Pan Pacific Hotels Group Accelerates Expansion in Japan in Strategic Partnership with Tokyu Hotels
Housed in the heart of vibrant Shinjuku, BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel and HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARKROYAL Hotel will present two unique hotel concepts within TOKYU KABUKICHO TOWER, Shinjuku’s new landmark skyscraper complex by architectural firm Kume Sekkei, designer of the Yayoi Kusama Museum in Tokyo.

JAL Group Revises FY2022 Winter Schedule Plans on Domestic Network
As part of the JAL Group’s ESG strategy of upgrading to fuel-efficient aircraft, improving flight operations, and utilizing SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel), we will extend the planned flight time on flights departing from Tokyo Haneda by 5 minutes longer than before in order to expand opportunities(*1) to operate at altitudes where fuel consumption can be reduced.

Singapore Airlines Drops General Mask Requirement On Many Routes
Singapore Airlines, the national carrier, updated its policy following the latest guidelines from the Singapore Government and drops general mask requirement on many routes,

Cathay Pacific Cargo introduces Fly Greener, the carbon-offset programme for air freight
Cathay Pacific is taking the lead in aviation’s sustainability efforts in Asia with the extension of Fly Greener to its air cargo services. Fly Greener is a carbon-offset programme powered by an integrated carbon emissions calculator, as part of the airline’s commitment to tackling climate change by achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

World Travel Awards 2022’s Gala Ceremony to be held in HCM City
Ho Chi Minh City will host the Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony of the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2022 on September 7, launched to acknowledge excellence in the travel and tourism industry

Tourism in India: Signs of recovery
As travel restrictions continue to ease, international travelers are increasingly looking to visit India, according to newly released Airbnb data. Travelers are also eager to stay longer and explore more places than ever before, as part of a travel revolution that’s creating more economic opportunities for the locals.

Travel to Japan could soon become just a little bit easier
It feels like we’ve been waiting for Japan to open for a long, long time. After two years of being completely banned, travellers are finally being allowed back into the country – albeit with a lot of restrictions.

Hilton has signed six new luxury hotels in Asia-Pacific
Hilton has signed six new luxury hotels in Asia-Pacific which will open over the next four years. The hotels include the Waldorf Astoria, Conrad and LXR brands.

Thai AirAsia Expands to Japan in Anticipation of Southeast Asia Tourism Rebound
Thai AirAsia is betting that the easing of travel restrictions in Japan and Thailand will translate to strong pent-up demand for flights between the two countries. The airline, along with many others, is adding new routes in the market as the Asian travel recovery picks up.

Da Nang to offer array of cultural events to celebrate National Day
A wide array of cultural and artistic activities will be held across Da Nang in celebration of 77th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (September 2).

Water-sport enthusiasts alert!
If the very thought of swimming along turtles, barracudas and manta rays excites you, you probably love scuba diving and snorkelling experiences. This makes Southeast Asia the perfect place for catering to this side of you.

TIA Wellness Resort, Vietnam
This wellness retreat located in the Ngu Hanh Son District of Da Nang City in Vietnam has re-developed itself as TIA from Fusion Maia, post lockdown with an aim of providing life-enhancing experiences to its guests.