The 2019 edition of the Asean Tourism Forum (ATF) will be held in Ha Long City, running Jan. 14-18.
It will be staged at the futuristic Quang Ninh Exhibition of Planning and Expo Centre, which is equipped with the latest digital projection gear. The Centre is surrounded by public spaces,... ›
The 2019 edition of the Asean Tourism Forum (ATF) will be held in Ha Long City, running Jan. 14-18.
It will be staged at the futuristic Quang Ninh Exhibition of Planning and Expo Centre, which is equipped with the latest digital projection gear. The Centre is surrounded by public spaces,... Travel Courier Issue Date: May 31, 2018
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A recent survey of choice tables, inspiring balconies and powder-white sands across Asia has identified a number of spots where the odds of landing a “yes” on a marriage proposal are higher than usual.
Surveyors have found that a combination of factors – some ineffable, others effable... Travel Courier Issue Date: Mar 02, 2017
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Hilton Hotels & Resorts has opened the Hilton Bali Resort, a property it says is designed for travellers seeking relaxation and rejuvenation, and which brings “breathtaking views, extensive recreation facilities and magnificent event space to the Nusa Dua beach enclave on Bali’s... Travel Courier Issue Date: Dec 15, 2016
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Gearing up for a hot winter season of travel to Thailand, Goway Travel and the Tourism Authority of Thailand will be offering some selling tips and trade secrets for agents at a special free event in Vancouver on Sept. 7.
For those who can’t make it in person, a live webinar on Thailand... Travel Courier Issue Date: Aug 18, 2016
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Upcoming soon will be the PATA Global Insights 2016 conference, set for Sept. 30 in Auckland, NZ.
The theme will be “Exploring Connectivity.” Panels will be presented and some of the participants will be Alistair McEwan, senior VP of commercial development at BBC Worldwide Asia; Carolyn... Travel Courier Issue Date: Aug 18, 2016
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India's Ministry of Tourism has launched a mobile app with which any tourist can take a picture of a monument area that needs attention or improvements (such as garbage laying in the area or graffiti) and submit it online for immediate action.
It goes to the responsible person and he or she... Travel Courier Issue Date: Mar 24, 2016
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Hanoi's new five-star Apricot Hotel, a 123-room property adorned with Vietnamese artworks and offering panoramic views of Hanoi’s iconic Hoan Kiem Lake, celebrated its grand opening this week (Dec. 14).
Features include a rooftop terrace bar overlooking the lake and Hanoi’s skyline, a... Travel Courier Issue Date: Dec 17, 2015
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Princess Cruises' next ship will have two names, one in English and one in Chinese characters.
Currently under construction in Italy, the 3,560-passenger vessel will feature both the names “Majestic Princess” and 盛世公主号 (Shèng Shì Gōng Zhǔ Haò) on its hull.
The ship will... Travel Courier Issue Date: Nov 19, 2015
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Emerald Waterways, Europe’s newest deluxe river cruise company, is expanding its river cruises offerings for 2016 to include sailings along the Irrawaddy River in exotic Myanmar.
The 16-day journey, which has departures on Aug. 27 and Nov. 7, 2016, is roundtrip from Yangon, Myanmar’s... Travel Courier Issue Date: Oct 22, 2015
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China doesn’t usually spring to mind as an option when travellers are considering a romantic getaway, but a US tour operator is working on changing those perceptions.
Jetbay.com is encouraging vacationers to experience the romantic side of the country at a collection of attractions in... Travel Courier Issue Date: Aug 20, 2015
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