Raini Hamdi, Skift
The acquisition of Destinations of the World seals WebBeds as the second largest B2B bedbank player, but incumbent Hotelbeds need not worry – for a very long time.
3 days ago
Nguyen Dieu Tu Uyen and Nguyen Kieu Giang, Bloomberg
To some, the idea of NASCAR boosting tourism in the U.S. sounds ridiculous. But NASCAR and Formula One are different, and there are many views on the strength of the sport's fan base.
1 week ago
Hannah Sampson, Skift
While some cruise lines are pulling back on their presence in China, Carnival Corp. is moving forward with its long-planned joint venture with local partners. Will domestic travelers flock to a homegrown brand?
1 week ago
Raini Hamdi, Skift
Our first Asia Editor, Raini Hamdi, starts with us today and shares how she intends to cover the vast, fast, diverse, and dynamic region of Asia. Apart from remembering to breathe deeply, she'll be focusing on the stories that count.
1 week ago
Bloomberg
When the Chinese government tells you to give up your travel businesses, you act quickly, at least if you're based in the country. So much for Wanda's dreams of one day competing with Disney.
2 weeks ago
Wade Shepard, Bloomberg
China is linking up a series of once-legendary pathways connecting cities from Kashgar to Paro to Constantinople. The world’s original road trip is once again beckoning travelers.
3 weeks ago
Cecilia Yap and Andreo Calonzo, Bloomberg
Boracay isn't messing around anymore as it looks to turn a new leaf and keep tourism growth in check. But there are still many questions on how will the island's tourism infrastructure will help prevent overtourism.
3 weeks ago
Randy Thanthong-Knight, Bloomberg
Art typically has to be highly interactive and publicly displayed to become the main driver in why people book a trip. Bangkok is starting to use that playbook as it seeks to build a reputation as an artsy city.
3 weeks ago
Rebecca Stone, Skift
Tourism isn't perfect, but sometimes its mission can be. Four projects in northern Thailand are dedicated to creating more sustainable livelihoods for locals, preserving customs and traditions, and developing better conservation efforts for elephants. This is the good that tourism can do.
3 weeks ago
Mason Hinsdale, Jing Travel
Like anyone else, Chinese travelers will cut back on trips or spending if financial conditions demand it. But the moment conditions loosen up, then watch out.
4 weeks ago
Michelle Jamrisko, Bloomberg
Wei Siang Yu, also known as Dr. Love of TV notoriety, and other providers in Thailand, are tapping into the existing medical tourism market, and hope they can spark incremental business now that China has abandoned its one-child policy. If there is a buck or a few yuan to be made, never doubt the readiness of businesses to exploit the opportunities.
4 weeks ago
Jeff Sutherland, Bloomberg
With the Japanese government determined to rapidly grow tourism ahead of the fast-approaching 2020 Tokyo Olympics, we can be sure officials are doing what they can to make sure visitor numbers don't continue to tumble.
4 weeks ago