Major cruise lines are bankrolling a bold new cruise terminal in Okinawa – a project set to massively increase capacity, transform the passenger experience, and cement the island’s status as Asia’s premier cruise hub
Royal Caribbean has unveiled its 2028 Alaska programme, dramatically expanding itineraries, adding new ports of call and launching immersive shore excursions designed to bring guests up close to Alaska’s towering glaciers, ancient forests and abundant wildlife, Travel Weekly Asia reports
JTB has acquired Asia-based tour operator EXO Travel – a strategic move to fast-track regional growth, expand its product portfolio, and cement its presence in key outbound markets
Asia’s medical-tourism boom is rewriting the map of regional travel – and Vietnam is racing to reap the rewards, erecting cutting-edge hospitals, forging international alliances, and unveiling bespoke wellness packages to draw patients from across the globe
Naumi Hotel Singapore has appointed a new general manager, marking the start of a spirited leadership era that promises fresh energy, inventive guest experiences and a sharper competitive edge in Singapore’s vibrant boutique-hotel scene
Hainan province is unveiling bold new cruise routes across Asia – linking major ports to spark a tourism boom, deepen maritime ties, and turbocharge local economic growth
Princess Cruises is expanding its Asian footprint with a fresh slate of sailings that put marquee ports and immersive shore excursions front and center – a strategic response to rising regional demand, Travel Weekly Asia reports
AirAsia’s new European ally launches a bold push into long‑haul, low‑cost travel – pooling resources, expanding route networks, and harnessing smart digital platforms to capture the booming Asia-Europe demand
A decommissioned jumbo jet in Johor Bahru has been reborn as a luxury, aviation-themed hotel – inviting guests to stay aboard a plane while helping to boost Malaysia’s tourism and MICE appeal
Corporate incentive trips are swapping hotel ballrooms for cruise decks. Across Asia, MICE planners are increasingly turning to ships – floating resorts that combine luxury, team‑building and all‑inclusive rewards – to create unforgettable experiences at sea