Travel expenses are rising at shocking rates because of global inflation that is fuelled by a string of consequential events like the Covid-19 pandemic, supply chain disruptions and the Ukraine-Russian war. Singapore's inflation rate jumped from 0.44 per cent in 2018 to 6.12 per cent in 2022. Unfortunately, this inflation is seeing no sign of slowing...
European tourism is back and in a big way, with travelers eager to catch up on lost time. Across the EU, demand for tourism in 2023 is strong. Countries such as Spain and Italy are always hot destinations for tourists, but there are a couple of places you may be sleeping on: Croatia and Slovenia. Croatia and...
Tel Aviv, the dynamic and energetic city nestled along Israel’s Mediterranean coastline, is an enticing destination for tourists worldwide. It represents a harmonious marriage of the old and the new, where the footprints of history coexist with the vibrancy of modern life. From bustling markets and timeless neighborhoods to contemporary art galleries and innovative eateries,...
A visit to the original Disney destination — the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California — is high on the bucket list of many families. It's often called the Happiest Place on Earth, and for the last decade and a half, I've been trying to make it even happier, at least for my family. That means...
The Lamanai ruins in Belize are some of the most fascinating Mayan ruins in Central America, complete with a ‘Mask Temple’ that has giant stone faces carved into the foundation. It looks like something from Indiana Jones! Lamanai means ‘submerged crocodile’ and this area on the riverside was settled by the Mayans for thousands of years....
W Sydney announced today that the hotel will open its doors on Thursday 12 October, 2023. Having already made its mark on Darling Harbour with its iconic curved architecture, W Sydney will energise the city when it opens, seamlessly blending the luxury liberated W Hotels DNA with Sydney and Australia’s cultural touchstones to create an...
Sunway Putra Hotel Kuala Lumpur is honoured to announce its success and recognition with multiple prestigious awards. These accolades were conferred by esteemed organisations within the travel and property industry, recognising the company’s relentless pursuit of excellence, innovation, and commitment to providing guests with the best experience. The following are the awards recently received by Sunway...
Banyan Tree Krabi, a luxury 72-key resort situated on secluded Tubkaek Beach, is encouraging its visitors to immerse themselves in the local Southern Thai culture, by joining weekly excursions to a nearby island renowned for producing beautiful batik fabrics and woodcrafts. The initiative is part of the Banyan Tree Group’s “Stay for Good” programme, launched two...
Tanah Gajah, a Resort by Hadiprana, is freshening up with a new spa brand and a decadent new collection of beauty rituals and signature therapies available at the Ubud property’s spa. Pevonia, a US-based skincare company with products derived from nature and an ethos that highlights clean, natural, and sustainably-sourced beauty, is now the main brand...
Pullman Hotels & Resorts, Accor’s pioneering design-led brand for the global nomad finds a new home in Singapore’s downtown core: Pullman Singapore Hill Street is poised to be the perfect playground for cosmopolitan travelers. With its forward-thinking approach that centralizes experiences and productivity into a singular interconnected property, expect the true hallmarks of Pullman—opulent, innovative,...
