Articles tagged “asia monthly”

Travel Technology

How Whatsapp Flows Could Pave the Way for Personalized Travel Experiences

WhatsApp's evolving suite of services and its impact on businesses demonstrate the platform's potential to reshape customer engagement and service. The future of customer interactions appears increasingly promising.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 4 days ago

How Whatsapp Flows Could Pave the Way for Personalized Travel Experiences

Tourism

India-Canada Diplomatic Row: Visa Services Suspended for Canadians

The suspension of visa services for one of India's biggest inbound markets poses a considerable challenge to the country's tourism industry, especially when it occurs just before the peak tourism season.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 4 days ago

India-Canada Diplomatic Row: Visa Services Suspended for Canadians

Airlines

Marriott Strengthens Expansion Plans in Turkey. Plus: Private Jet Service for Pets

And then they say it's a dog's life! While sky may be the limit for these high-flying pets, did we hear someone mention climate change?

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 weeks ago

Marriott Strengthens Expansion Plans in Turkey. Plus: Private Jet Service for Pets

Cruises

Saudi Arabia’s $300 Million Plan to Become a Cruise Industry Major

Having snatched headlines with its glamorous hotel projects, Saudi Arabia wants to do the same with its new cruise ship.

Josh Corder | 2 weeks ago

Saudi Arabia’s $300 Million Plan to Become a Cruise Industry Major

Mergers and Acquisitions

Wego Expands into Business Travel with Acquisition of Singapore-Based Travelstop

Wego's expansion into the business travel sector, facilitated by its acquisition of Travelstop, is a strategic move driven by market opportunities and the company's desire for diversification and growth.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 weeks ago

Wego Expands into Business Travel with Acquisition of Singapore-Based Travelstop

Online Travel

Yatra to Launch Indian IPO on September 15

Is this the beginning of a wave of IPO activity among Indian travel companies? Yatra is set to become the second online travel agency to be listed on the Indian stock exchanges, following EaseMyTrip. Both Ixigo and Oyo are also poised for potential listings, indicating a growing interest in the public markets within the Indian travel sector.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 weeks ago

Yatra to Launch Indian IPO on September 15

Hotels

Marriott Launches India’s First-Ever Co-Branded Hotel Credit Card

Marriott is poised to gain a significant early advantage in a nation where credit card payments enjoy widespread popularity. This strategic move is set to provide added momentum to the hotel chain's ambitious target of expanding to 250 hotels by 2025.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 1 month ago

Marriott Launches India’s First-Ever Co-Branded Hotel Credit Card

Hotels

Wynn Resorts CEO Expects Gaming License Soon for UAE’s First Casino

After all the "will they, won't they?" the Wynn Resorts CEO has reaffirmed that UAE is finally saying, "Deal!" to its very first casino!

Peden Doma Bhutia | 1 month ago

Wynn Resorts CEO Expects Gaming License Soon for UAE’s First Casino

Tourism

Chinese Tourists Are Ready to Book Trips, But 2019 Levels Are Far Off 

While China easing group tour restrictions is a travel industry leap, don't expect a sudden surge of Chinese tourists. The revival might need a little more time to unfold.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 1 month ago

Chinese Tourists Are Ready to Book Trips, But 2019 Levels Are Far Off 

Airlines

Air India Unveils New Logo, the Maharaja Lives on. Plus 7 Business Updates

We appreciate how the new Air India livery has cleverly incorporated the Vistara colors, as the two airlines prepare to merge into one entity.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 months ago

Air India Unveils New Logo, the Maharaja Lives on. Plus 7 Business Updates