The Tourism Boards & Policy category examines national and regional tourism strategies, government-led initiatives and destination marketing programmes shaping global travel markets. Reporting includes tourism recovery frameworks, resilience planning, infrastructure investment and regulatory developments.
Coverage spans ministries of tourism, destination marketing organisations and regional tourism bodies working to strengthen competitiveness and visitor growth. Particular attention is given to public-private partnerships, sustainability policies and airlift negotiations that support long-term sector stability.
This section provides structured insight into how destinations respond to global disruptions, position themselves internationally and align tourism development with economic priorities.
Las Vegas’ Iconic History and Reinvention Las Vegas celebrates its 120th birthday, honoring more than a century of growth, innovation, and unforgettable moments that have redefined tourism and shaped the city into the Sports and Entertainment Capital of the World. Founded on May 15, 1905, as a small railroad stop
Madame Tussauds Ahn Hyo Seop’s wax figure Madame Tussauds Hong Kong, a brand under Merlin Entertainments Group, is set to create new excitement. With the debut of K-drama heartthrob Ahn Hyo Seop’s wax figure, the wax museum is inviting fans and visitors to immerse themselves in the captivating world of Korean
Expedia® Trip Matching Expedia® has announced Expedia® Trip Matching, a first-of-its-kind feature that allows travelers to seamlessly build an itinerary based on reels found on Instagram and then book directly on it. Travelers can share any publicly available travel-related reel—whether from content creators they follow or trending posts—directly with the
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has unveiled its latest Economic Impact Research (EIR), revealing that China is powering ahead as one of the world’s most dynamic Travel & Tourism markets, marking a significant comeback and long-term growth trajectory. In 2025, China’s Travel
New Disney Theme Park Yas Island The Walt Disney Company and Miral have announced plans for Disney Theme Park and Resort on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The waterfront resort will be located on Yas Island, a world-class destination for entertainment and leisure, connecting travelers from the Middle
Harbour City Stitch Arrives Hong Kong’s iconic shopping mall, Harbour City has teamed up with Disney Hong Kong to present “Stitch Arrives!!! @Harbour City”, the biggest Stitch solo event ever held in the city, running from 1 May to 15 June 2025. The event is a prelude to Disney’s highly
Chiang Mai Hosts 6 International Conferences The northern Thai capital of Chiang Mai enhances its performances as a MICE destination when the city wins trust to host 6 international conferences in 2025 and makes another stride in securing at least 1 international conference for 2026. While Bangkok is mostly selected
World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards has today opened entries for its 2025 programme. Individuals and organisations across the globe accelerating change and making an impactful contribution to sustainable travel and tourism are invited to enter free of charge. 30 categories covering all sectors of sustainable travel and
International Travel Expo Hong Kong (ITEHK) 2025 Established in 2009, VolTra is a registered charitable organization to promote action learning through international voluntary service, experiential travel, community participation and interaction. It organizes a wide range of local and international volunteering and educational programs. VolTra works toward the vision of “Everyone
ITEHK 2025 The annual ITE Hong Kong in 2025 will be held from June 12 to 15 in Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre, first two days for trade and last two days for public. Also read ITE Hong Kong 2025 Will Be Held June 12-15 in Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition
“Shanghai Summer” International Consumption Season The 2025 “Shanghai Summer” International Consumption Season officially launched on 18 April at Xujiahui Centre. With innovative offerings like the “240-Hour Products” and “City Customised Events,” this year’s programme presents a city-level consumer experience that blends international lifestyle with summer vitality. The first stop of the
ITE Hong Kong 2025 The annual ITE Hong Kong in 2025 comprises 39th ITE (Leisure) and 20th ITE MICE, will be held from June 12 to 15 in Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre, first two days for trade and last two days for public. It is named a MEGA EVENT by the government.
Dragon Pearl Cave The majestic Dragon Pearl Cave in Vietnam’s north will metamorphose into a restaurant and concert hall from April this year when Asia Premier Cruises (APC) Corporation launches a cave dining experience accompanied by live entertainment. The 2.5-hour cave dining experience, believed to be one of the largest
Luckin Coffee Celebrates two years in Singapore Luckin Coffee is raising its cups to two years in Singapore since opening its first doors on 31 March 2023, with 60 stores and counting across the island. To mark this occasion, members will receive a week-long voucher pack in Singapore, featuring discounts of up to 40% off[1] via the LUCKIN COFFEE app.
Agoda X Macao Government Tourism Office Digital travel platform Agoda has partnered with Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) to showcase the Special Administrative Region as a must-visit destination for international travelers. Macao, celebrated as a ‘Culture City of East Asia 2025,’ is well placed to attract global travelers with its
Agoda free tickets Fans from Hong Kong, Mainland China, Taiwan, and Japan can snag two free tickets per booking to the highly anticipated event featuring K-pop artists NCT WISH, THE BOYZ, n.SSign, TWS, NMIXX, god, STAYC, ALL(H)OURS, NEXZ, KickFlip, Hearts2Hearts, NouerA, KiiiKiii and more to be announced*. Travelers can secure the free tickets through
Agoda noted a 12% increase in Koh Samui accommodation searches Agoda noted interest from the United States grew by 65% compared to last month’s average, a 12% increase in accommodation searches. Thailand is enjoying the global spotlight following the season premiere of the popular HBO show ‘The White Lotus’, for the island of
PATA and TGA announce the theme PATA Annual Summit 2025 PATA (Pacific Asia Travel Association) and TGA (Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency) have announced the theme for the PATA Annual Summit 2025, “Timeless Wisdom for a Sustainable Future”. Scheduled to take place at the CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel İstanbul from April
Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong’s Tin Lung Heen and Ritz-Carlton Macau’s Lai Heen Presenting “Elevated Epicurean Journey” Four-hand Experience Chef Paul Lau, Director of Culinary from two MICHELIN-starred Tin Lung Heen, Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, and Executive Chef Jackie Ho, from one MICHELIN-starred Lai Heen, Ritz-Carlton, Macau, join hands to present Elevated Epicurean
Disclosure: This page contains affiliate link. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Turkish Airlines’ largest lounge outside Istanbul Turkish Airlines has today opened its largest overseas lounge at Narita International Airport in Tokyo. Opening a seventh lounge outside of Türkiye means that the airline,
UK Tourism The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today issued a stark warning to the UK Government: the UK’s successful Travel & Tourism industry faces stagnation and long-term decline. On the eve of the UK Government’s first Visitor Economy Advisory Council, the global tourism body revealed data that shows
Trip.com unites partners Opportunities, collaboration, and future growth took centre stage at Trip.com Group’s annual Global Partner Summit, where over 2,000 industry leaders, including representatives from accommodation providers, airlines, attractions and tour operators, tourism boards, and the media, gathered to envision the future of travel. With the theme ‘A Shared
Plaza Premium Group ALLWAYS at the airport ALLWAYS Concierge what is it？ It is your personal airport assistant. ALLWAYS Concierge what they do? From December 1, 2024 to January 1, 2025, enjoy a buggy ride for just HKD 10 for kids aged 12 or under (original HKD 99), and
Intervals Bar at Hong Kong Airport Santa’s Flight is coming to the Intervals from November 25, 2024 – January 1, 2025！ Enjoy world-class festive cocktails; cuisines; and spectacular views of Hong Kong Airport. But the bar is more than just cocktails. Savour a festive feast featuring Organic Beetroot Carpaccio, Pâté
This Christmas come to Plaza Premium First & Plaza Premium Lounge in Terminal 1 Hong Kong Airport, and experience the magic of holiday travel for yourself! Plaza Nov 25 Charity Wishing Tree Lights On In partnership with children’s education charity, Heep Hong Society (Christmas Plaza Premium First, Gate 1 &
Plaza Premium Lounge: The popular Netflix series “Emily in Paris” has been renewed for the fifth season, with the promotion video Lily Collins, who plays the titular Emily Cooper can be seen saying, ‘There’s no place like Rome,’ suggesting that Emily may well look to swap the City of Lights
InterContinental Shanghai Pudong InterContinental Shanghai Pudong sponsored the 2024 Shanghai Sunrise Pairing Ceremony on 9 November 2024. Shanghai Sunrise is a volunteer-led, non-profit organization committed to creating access to education through scholarships for underprivileged Shanghai youth. Since 1996, the institute has raised 35 million RMB and enabled 3,600 students for
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Autumn at Four Seasons Suzhou Four Seasons Hotel Suzhou, standing on its own poetic islands in the land of Gusu, has a lot of offerings in this charming autumn season. Fine dining at Jin Jing Ge Chinese Restaurant Executive Chef Zhang Xiaocheng follows the season and leads the culinary team to
Sofitel Singapore Sentosa A culinary extravaganza awaits you starting Nov 22 2024 in the Sofitel’s dining venues. At Keen Zeen, choose from the Seafood Fest Weekend Buffet, Festive Sunday Brunch, Christmas Day Brunch or the New Year’s Day Hangover Brunch and more. And indulge yourself in fresh seafood on ice,
Regent Taste Studio Elevates Immersive Multi-Sensory Experiences with ‘The Magic of Beauty of Contrast’. Guests are invited to Elevate Above the Noise. Regent Hotels & Resorts perfectly encapsulates the essence of modern luxury and continues to redefine boundaries with innovative concepts and excellent design. Following its debut in the Greater China
Regal goes Green Regal Hotels is proud to introduce Green Meetings, a unique, all-in-one business solution designed to empower event organisers to achieve their sustainable goals. By collaborating with Regal Hotels, event organisers can effortlessly offset their carbon footprint while enjoying low-carbon meetings and events curated by the hotel’s sustainability
Ritz-Carlton’s Christmas eGuide Christmas brings laughter to the world, light to the nights, and warmth to the cold winter months. The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong‘s Christmas theme for this year is “North Pole Fantasy”, transforming the hotel into a magical arctic kingdom, taking guests on an enchanting journey. The hotel is
St. Regis on the Bund, Shanghai St Regis Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of its 60th hotel. This marks a significant expansion for the brand, which is owned by Pacific Eagle Real Estate and is the second St. Regis property in Shanghai. The new hotel’s location offers impressive
Laos simply beautiful To bolster tourism in the second half of Visit Laos Year 2024, the Lao government is set to introduce a new policy granting 15-day visa exemption to Chinese tourists. Discover
ITB China ITB China, the premier B2B trade show dedicated to the Chinese travel market, running from 27 to 29 May, launches today at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center. Mr. Nikos Hardalias, the Governor of the Region of Attica-Athens in Greece, represents the Region, in the frame
Mekong Tourism Forum Just returned from the successful Mekong Tourism Forum (MTF) held in the beautiful city of Lijiang. MTF is an annual event dedicated to the tourism industry in the Greater Mekong Sub-region (GMS). Luang Prabang, Laos is going to be the host next year. I am looking forward
Shanghai Shanghai releases 2024 events guide “Shanghai Let’s Meet”, showcasing a wide ranging selection of 70 top-tier cultural, sports, tourism, business, and exhibition events. Watch video here
ITE HCMC 2023 The 17th ITE HCMC themed “Connectivity, Growth, Sustainability” offers three full days (Sept 7-9 2023) activities for international and local exhibitors to network, participate in high-level forums and informative seminars, as well as to experience top-notch entertainment. https://youtube.com/shorts/ZVsh1JZgwxM?feature=share
The 17th ITE HCMC themed “Connectivity, Growth, Sustainability” offers three full days (Sept 7-9 2023) activities for international and local exhibitors to network, participate in high-level forums and informative seminars, as well as to experience top-notch entertainment. ITE HCMC 2023 ITE HCMC 2023 will be held in a hybrid format,