Airports
Changi Airport Awarded World's Best Airport 2025
For the 13th time, Singapore Changi Airport has been recognized as the world's best airport at the Skytrax World Airport Awards.
Industry Appointments
Jess Tansey Takes the Helm as New BDM for APT & Travelmarvel in the Midlands
APT & Travelmarvel has appointed Jess Tansey as their new Business Development Manager for the Midlands, aiming to enhance relationships with agent partners and expand their trade strategy.
Business
Cox & Kings Set to Expand Globally with Abercrombie & Kent Travel Group
Cox & Kings, the world’s oldest travel agency, is embarking on a significant global expansion under the guidance of Abercrombie & Kent Travel Group.
Travel
ATM 2025 Registration Surges by Over 100% Compared to Previous Year
The Arabian Travel Market 2025 has seen a remarkable increase in registrations, attracting more international visitors and reaffirming its significance to the travel industry.
Travel
ATIA Gains Traction for Upcoming Pulse Meetings Thanks to Positive Member Feedback
The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) calls for members to participate in the upcoming Pulse meetings, driven by significant feedback from its earlier sessions.
Appointments
Kristen Reynolds Takes the Helm as President & CEO of Choose Chicago
Choose Chicago has appointed Kristen Reynolds as its new President and CEO, ushering in new leadership after her tenure at Discover Long Island.
Industry Appointments
Nick Ghosh Takes Charge as Chief Commercial Officer at EXO Travel
EXO Travel has announced the promotion of Nick Ghosh to the position of chief commercial officer, enhancing its strategic direction.
Business
Virgin Voyages Achieves Record Revenue Growth in the UK and Worldwide
Virgin Voyages announces impressive revenue growth of 30% in the UK and 45% globally, led by the adult-only cruise line's innovative offerings.
Travel
ITE Hong Kong 2025 Recognized as Mega Event by the HK Government
The upcoming ITE Hong Kong event is set to be a major platform for travel professionals, designated as a Mega Event due to its significance in the post-pandemic tourism landscape.
Travel
Fliggy Makes Strides in AI Implementation
The online travel platform Fliggy details progress in artificial intelligence applications, highlighting significant reductions in service time.
Loyalty Programme
Ascott Elevates Loyalty Program ASR with New Features
Ascott celebrates an expansion of its loyalty initiative, ASR, aiming to triple membership to 15 million by 2028.
Business
Eagle Travel Shifts to Advantage Managed Services
Eagle Travel has transitioned to Advantage Managed Services, enhancing operational efficiency and support for the agency's future.
Appointments
Dida Appoints Florian Blois as Director of Strategic Partnerships
Dida, a tech-focused global travel distribution company, has named Florian Blois as its new Strategic Partnerships Director to spearhead global partnerships aimed at business growth.
Finance
Jazz Tech Collaborates with Sabre Direct Pay
The partnership between Jazz Tech and Sabre Direct Pay aims to revolutionize payment solutions for the Brazilian travel sector.
Business
Women Represent 15.8% of Corporate Flyers in 2024: Insights from myBiz by MakeMyTrip
A significant analysis reveals that corporate women flyers constitute 15.8% of total travel bookings, highlighting trends in various sectors.
Business
WTTC Names Andrea Grisdale as Vice Chair for 'Together in Travel'
Andrea Grisdale appointed to lead a new initiative aimed at supporting small to medium enterprises in the global travel sector.
Tourism
DCT Abu Dhabi Teams with ITAKA to Host 'Top Sellers Conference 2025' in Al Ain
DCT Abu Dhabi collaborates with Poland's largest tour operator, ITAKA, for an upcoming conference attracting over 200 travel professionals.
Visa Updates
VFS Global Launches Indonesia e-Visa Platform for 97 Nationalities
The new electronic visa platform facilitates hassle-free entry to Indonesia for travelers from various countries.
Tourism
Traveloka Celebrates 13 Years with Major Discounts
Traveloka launches its Birthday Sale offering major discounts to celebrate 13 years of transforming the travel experience for users across Asia.
Interviews
Insights from Javier Cabrerizo: Gen Z's Impact on Travel Markets
Javier Cabrerizo, chief strategy officer at HBX, discusses the significant influence of Gen Z on the travel industry during the recently held MarketHub 2025 summit.
