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Asia Invest seminar of tourism professional 22-Aug-2010
International Regional Seminar of Small & Medium Accommodation Providers (SMAPs) was held on August 19. Hotel Association Nepal (HAN), International School of Tourism & Hotel Management (IST), Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management (ITH), Sri Lankan Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management (SLITHM) and Salzburg University, Austria, participated in the seminar.
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Travel and Tourism - South Korea 22-Aug-2010
Outbound tourism saw a further decline in 2009, despite a strengthening of the South Korean won and an improved economic outlook. As the currency regained its value against the US dollar in the second half of 2009, demand was expected to see an increase, but instead concern over the H1N1 virus discouraged Koreans from making outbound journeys.
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Miss Beach Ghana To Boost Tourism 13-Aug-2010
Beach Tourism is the largest Tourism revenue sector world-wide. Ghana has developed in terms of beaches and resorts to satisfy accommodate and entertain tourists worldwide.
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Tourism news: United Arab Emirates tourism report released 18-Jul-2010
After a difficult year for tourism in 2009, particularly in terms of foreign visitor arrivals, the recovery in the sector in the latter part of the year has continued into 2010. In Abu Dhabi in the first four months of 2010, there was a 16% year-on-year (y-o-y) increase in tourist numbers to over 620,000 (including strong domestic tourism).
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Ten Tourist Destinations Where Your Dollar Goes Furthest 16-Jul-2010
Summer is vacation time, when school is out and the road is beckoning. But, despite the best attempts of the tourism industry, a combination of ecological disasters and empty wallets has put the kibosh on many traditional summertime destinations.
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New Market Research Report: Travel and Tourism - Guinea 6-Jul-2010
Guinea has been ruled by strong-arm leaders since its independence in October 1958. The country's natural wealth, which includes more than 25% of the world's known bauxite reserves, makes it potentially one of Africa's richest countries.
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New market study-Travel and Tourism - Senegal-has been published 5-Jul-2010
Senegal has established itself as one of Africa's most inviting tropical destinations. Its travel and tourism industry has grown over the years to become one of the major drivers of the country's economy, providing employment in all the areas where it has developed. Along with fishing, the industry is the largest source of foreign exchange for the nation.
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18 tourism festivals brighten the Saudi summer 30-Jun-2010
Eighteen tourism festivals are set for the Saudi summer 2010 throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. These festivals will include hundreds of entertainment, sports, culture, and heritage events designed to fulfill the expectations and aspirations of all members of the family.
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Promotions launched to resume Thailand tourism 8-Jun-2010
The Government of Thailand is making every effort to recover the tourism industry that suffered from the recent political uncertainties. In April and May, the number of tourists to Thailand every day decreased by 12,000-14,000 in comparison with last year.
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Associations back TTM 17-May-2010
Two of Thailand?s leading travel associations, representing hotels and travel agents, are confident the Thailand Travel Mart can go ahead as scheduled despite the extension of a state emergency to 15 more provinces
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CIBTM attracts major players 17-May-2010
Following last year?s record figures, an impressive list of international exhibitors ? both first timers and those taking additional space have signed up to attend the China Incentive Business Travel and Meetings Exhibition taking place from 31st August ? 2 September 2010 at the China National Convention Center in Beijing.
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Visiting Ho Chi Minh City 9-May-2010
No official tells anyone anything. Fortunately, a Greek lady explains that one shoves the approval letter, form, photo and passport through the window to the beleaguered taciturn officials who wait until a pile accumulates.
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ASEAN can do better in India 5-May-2010
The tourism industry in ASEAN recognizes the potential of India?s expanding urban middle class, but there are issues to overcome to tap the this lucrative outbound segment.
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Six Senses leads the way in responsible tourism 3-May-2010
Maldives President acclaims pioneering environmental initiatives
How does luxury equate with sustainability? Is it possible to improve the tourist industry's carbon footprint? What steps can be taken to reduce emissions whilst maintaining profitability? How can high-end tourism survive in a low-carbon world?
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MediaWATCH: Thailand Bookings in Freefall 29-Apr-2010
Outbound tour agencies in Singapore report a decline of up to 80 percent in travel sales to Thailand. Two companies have even stopped advertising their Bangkok packages this month. They observed that customers are diverting travel plans to neighboring destinations such as Cebu and Bali.
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TWG lists key achievements 26-Apr-2010
So, what has Tourism Wells Gray been up to this last year? Well, if you were at the Tourism Wells Gray annual general meeting on April 7 you would have heard all about it. If not, we will just touch on some key achievements.
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ARABIAN Travel Market 2010 30-Mar-2010
Arabian Travel Market is the travel and tourism event unlocking business potential within the Middle East for inbound and outbound tourism professionals. Tourism destinations from the Middle East and around the world showcase a diverse range of accommodation options, breathtaking tourism attractions and new airline routes.
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Cambodia is the host country for ATF from 15th-21th Jan 2011 5-Mar-2010
ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) is a cooperative regional effort to promote the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region as one tourist destination. This annual event involves all the tourism industry sectors of the 10 member nations of ASEAN: Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam.
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