By Daniel Ferreira
Rio-based editor covering inbound and outbound tourism, destination marketing and the policy of national tourism boards.
GBTA: China solidifies second place in global business travel spending
China is the world's second-largest business travel market, accounting for 60% of APAC spending. APAC leads global growth, with business tra
Vio Travel wins two Thailand awards for DMC platform and sustainability
Vio Travel took home DMC of the Year – Thailand and ESG Initiative of the Year – Thailand at the Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2026. The wi
Blue Tree Phuket wins community initiative award at Thailand Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2026
Blue Tree Phuket has been named Community Initiative of the Year – Thailand at the Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2026. The award recognizes
Geopolitical turmoil trims global tourism growth as hubs face strain
WTTC estimates West Asia instability drains $600 million daily from global tourism. Super-hubs in Dubai, Doha, and Abu Dhabi operate below c
Malta's 8,500-Year Heritage Meets Modern Luxury in Three-Day Itinerary
Visit Malta hosted a three-day luxury itinerary showcasing the archipelago's heritage, gastronomy, and modern appeal. Highlights include Val
The Slow Cyclist launches Scottish Borders e-bike tour for 2027
The Slow Cyclist will debut in Scotland with a five-night e-bike tour based at Thirlestane Castle. The itinerary includes historic abbeys, s
Pacific Arena adopts Amadeus platform to unify booking operations
Pacific Arena, a Singapore travel firm, will consolidate its operations onto the Amadeus Travel Platform. The move aims to boost agent produ
Similan Islands reopen for 2026-27 Andaman season
Mu Koh Similan National Park reopens October 15 after a five-month monsoon closure. The 2025-26 season saw over 400,000 visitors and THB 215
Hongkong Land's Destination CENTRAL puts a travel twist on Hong Kong retail
Hongkong Land's Destination CENTRAL initiative launches with a collectible passport, a Louis Vuitton art installation, and a new dining conc
CBSA realigns Manitoba border crossings with US clock changes
CBSA will adjust hours at 13 Manitoba land ports from Nov 1, 2026 to Mar 14, 2027. The change aligns with US ports after Manitoba adopted pe
Sweden's museum density leads world as ABBA marks 50 years
Sweden leads the world with 151 museums per million people, per Guinness World Records. ABBA The Museum marks 50 years of 'Dancing Queen' wi
Thomas Cook India and SOTC reveal top 15 Navratri destinations
Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel have curated 15 destinations for Navratri, showcasing regional festivities from Gujarat's Garba to Kolkata