Marriott International’s business operations and growth are solid, CEO Anthony Capuano told CNBC Monday, amid layoffs of more than 800 corporate employees and continued sluggishness in China’s tourism market. “We are firing on all cylinders in every geography,” he said. The company’s third-quarter earnings showed a 3% increase in worldwide RevPar — or revenue per … Read more
KOTA KINABALU: Stricter enforcement and better regulations on business licensing in Semporna’s tourist areas and resorts are needed to improve its appeal to visitors, says an assemblyman. Datuk Jaujan Sambakong (Warisan-Sulabayan) stressed the need for proper oversight of issuing licences, controlling unlicensed operations, maintenance of public spaces, and effective management of tourism infrastructure such as … Read more
SINGAPORE: Tasmania’s government is in talks with Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Cathay Pacific to establish direct flights between the Australian state and Asia. “With the upgrades at Hobart Airport, we are working to lock in direct flight routes between Hobart and Asia,” said Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff in a Facebook post on Monday (Nov 18). … Read more
The new mayor of Florence has claimed that locals are being “expelled” from the iconic Italian city because of a rise in the number of AirBnb rentals. Sara Funaro claimed that under new proposals key safes, which flat owners use to store the keys to their rentals in, would be banned. Instead, said owners would … Read more
The number of visitors to Japan’s most famous mountain has exploded in recent years and authorities have struggled to reduce the environmental impact. Crowd control measures and an entry fee of ¥2,000 (US$13) succeeded in limiting the number of people climbing up Fuji this summer to around 178,000 climbers, according to preliminary figures, compared to … Read more
Thailand’s same-sex marriage legislation, scheduled to come into effect in January 2025, could attract an additional 4 million tourists to the country per year, according to a report commissioned by the travel company Agoda. The report published Thursday estimates the country’s marriage equality law may increase tourism arrivals by 10%, netting the country an extra … Read more
By Pyo Kyung-min Seoul has emerged as a global beauty mecca and, with Korean culture booming internationally, tourists are now flocking to the capital for an immersive experience in K-beauty. But rather than just stocking up on products, travellers are visiting Seoul’s make-up studios, eager to learn the secrets behind the flawless glow of Korean … Read more
The Grand Tour experience in Spain takes a traveller through some of Catalonia’s most stunning spots on a journey that passes through its mountainous interior and along its lush coastal shores, stopping off to enjoy tasty treats that’s made this region famous. Catalonia provides stunning settings throughout this epic road trip and is home to … Read more
Forget the headphones, the fuzzy slippers and the espresso machine that cranks out a cold brew. Globally, three out of four Gen Zs and millennials said that rather than a physical gift, they want a fun experience or trip this holiday season, according to an Amex Trendex survey. Gift givers are listening too. Half of … Read more
Lake Como has been a popular getaway for the famous for decades. The likes of Madonna, George Clooney, Brad Pitt and so many more notable names have all visited the picturesque area by the lake. Last year, Italy welcomed nearly 86 million tourists, and of the multitudes of people that visit the country, the beautiful … Read more
