Articles tagged “asia”

Announcements

What You Can Expect at Skift Global Forum East

Skift Global Forum East is back in Dubai this month and it’s the place to be for anyone involved in Middle East tourism. This year’s lineup includes CEOs, industry pioneers, and innovators shaping the future of travel across the region.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 1 week ago

What You Can Expect at Skift Global Forum East

Tourism

Travelers Do Think of Sustainability, But They’re Not Sure How to Act on it

You might be investing thousands in making travel more sustainable, but your audience is still scratching their heads. Time to get back to basics: simplify your message and educate them!

Peden Doma Bhutia | 4 weeks ago

Travelers Do Think of Sustainability, But They’re Not Sure How to Act on it

Hotels

How China, Japan and India Are Shaping the Asian Hotel Market

The hotel sector in the Asia Pacific is doing better than before, but filling rooms — especially with business events — will take a bit longer.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 4 weeks ago

How China, Japan and India Are Shaping the Asian Hotel Market

Tourism

How Thailand Is Using AI to Tap into Gen Z’s Love for Spiritual Tourism

Thailand's move to blend AI with spiritual tourism isn’t just a clever marketing tactic, it’s about reshaping what travel means in a digital world. The real question is, will other destinations jump on this trend, or will Thailand’s unique mix of ancient beliefs and modern tech stay one-of-a-kind?

Peden Doma Bhutia | 1 month ago

How Thailand Is Using AI to Tap into Gen Z’s Love for Spiritual Tourism

Tourism

North Korea’s Benidorm-Inspired Resort Town Planned for May Opening, But Who’s Going?

Fancy a trip to North Korea's seaside resort town?

Peden Doma Bhutia | 4 months ago

North Korea’s Benidorm-Inspired Resort Town Planned for May Opening, But Who’s Going?

Airlines

Lufthansa Group Cuts Outlook as Flagship Carrier Struggles to Break Even

The Lufthansa Group lowered its outlook for 2024 due to negative market trends — particularly in Asia — and aircraft delivery delays that have afflicted most of the industry.

Meghna Maharishi | 4 months ago

Lufthansa Group Cuts Outlook as Flagship Carrier Struggles to Break Even

Tourism

Japan’s Mount Fuji Caps Visitors and Adds Fees on Overcrowded Trail to Summit

Japan's most iconic peak is scaling new heights in tourism management. A new entry fee may be modest, but a daily cap on visitors should reduce overtourism on peak days.

Dawit Habtemariam | 5 months ago

Japan’s Mount Fuji Caps Visitors and Adds Fees on Overcrowded Trail to Summit

Tourism

Chinese Demand for U.S. Tourist Visas ‘Nowhere Near’ Pre-Pandemic Levels

It's not a good sign for the U.S. if Chinese tourists — the destination's biggest spending market in 2019 — aren't interested in visas.

Dawit Habtemariam | 6 months ago

Chinese Demand for U.S. Tourist Visas ‘Nowhere Near’ Pre-Pandemic Levels

Online Travel

AirAsia Move Offers Unlimited Flights for $250 — See the Caveats

Recipe for the most-loved OTA in Southeast Asia = Free flights for a year for as less as $250. Lip smacking, much?

Peden Doma Bhutia | 7 months ago

AirAsia Move Offers Unlimited Flights for $250 — See the Caveats

Tourism

China’s Weak Economy Won’t Stop ‘100 Million’ Tourists

Let's hope a weak economy doesn't stop 100 million Chinese tourists from turning out globally this year.

Dawit Habtemariam | 8 months ago

China’s Weak Economy Won’t Stop ‘100 Million’ Tourists