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Asian tourism players have little cause for concern despite slowing global economy

The global economy is in a challenging state, faced with the threat of ‘slowbalisation’, where the world is turning against globalisation, and rising geopolitical risks, according to Andrew Staples, global editorial director of the Economist Corporate Network, The Economist Intelligence Unit, who spoke at the inaugural SG Tourism Leaders Engagement Series last Tuesday.

“This is an age of anxiety, due to VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity),” Staples emphasised.

The Travel Corporation Asia’s Robin Yap and The Economist Corporate Network’s Andrew Staples in discussion […]

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IHG grows Vietnam’s portfolio with two new hotels in Ho Tram

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has signed agreements with Ho Tram Project Company (HTP) to rebrand The Grand Ho Tram at the Ho Tram Strip integrated resort to InterContinental Grand Ho Tram within a year after refurbishments.

The rebranded 533-key InterContinental Grand Ho Tram will be an integrated resort with three F&B outlets, outdoor pools, gym, spa, golf course, along with a retail space featuring a multitude of entertainment options including restaurants, bars, lounges, clubs and a casino gaming floor.

The Grand Ho […]

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Indonesia should ride on tourism villages to drive industry growth

Tourism villages have the potential to become a key engine of Indonesia’s tourism growth and spur the development of small- and medium enterprises across the archipelago, said the country’s industry players.

Speaking at a recent national dialogue on tourism organised by the Indonesian Hotels and Restaurants Association (PHRI), Irfan Wahid, coordinator of Quick Win Team at the Coordinating Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Investments, said that a tourism village strategy could become a powerful tool in the development of the 10 […]

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Tourism industry more resilient than ever to crises

The travel and tourism sector is more resilient than ever, with average recovery times having decreased from 26 months in 2001 to 10 months in 2018, the latest research by The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Global Rescue revealed.

The findings from the report titled “Crisis Readiness: Are You Prepared and Risk Resilient to Safeguard Your People and Destinations?” analysed the impact of 90 crises between 2001 and 2018 at national and city levels, and examined the time to […]

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Announcing the Aman Private Jet

Aman is taking to the skies. The luxury hotel group has announced the Aman Private Jet, available for charter to create bespoke itineraries combining numerous Aman properties around the world or for use between non-Aman destinations. For each booking, passengers will have access to their own Aman Jet Concierge, who will plan every detail of the trip.

With flexible departure times and customs clearance overseen by Aman’s expert staff, passengers can begin their journey relaxed and stress-free. Guests can choose their in-flight […]

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Galaxy Macau to welcome Andaz brand in 2021

Luxury lifestyle hotel Andaz Macau will be joining Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG)’s Galaxy Integrated Resorts precinct in Macau.

Andaz Macau is scheduled to open in 1H2021 alongside Galaxy International Convention Center and the 16,000-seat Galaxy Arena.

The luxury lifestyle hotel will feature a dedicated check-in lounge catering to large MICE groups, over 700 rooms and suites, an Andaz lounge, a bar and restaurant, state-of-the-art fitness centre and an indoor pool.

Andaz Macau will be connected to the integrated resort Galaxy Macau, offering 1.1 […]

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