Asia Pacific home to 3 of Top 5 Global Megahubs – KUL 2nd, HND 3rd, and ICN 5th. Kuala Lumpur #1 most connected for low-cost flights. Connectivity growth in Asia spreads with 17/50 Global Megahubs in the region. Tokyo Narita up 45 places to 15th ranked globally, from 60th in 2023. SINGAPORE–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Sep. 11, 2024 OAG, the […]
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Saudi Arabia Showcases Strategic Tourism Investments at IHIF Asia Opening Doors to Investors
HONG KONG–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Sep. 10, 2024 Saudi Arabia is rapidly establishing itself as a global leader in tourism, with the Kingdom’s remarkable achievements in 2023 setting a new benchmark for the industry. This progress was on full display at the IHIF Asia International Hospitality Investment Forum in Hong Kong, where the Saudi Ministry of Tourism highlighted […]
Hong Kong After Dark: Dive into Unforgettable Nighttime Experiences This Season
HONG KONG–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Aug. 27, 2024 Global travellers are invited to experience the vibrant nighttime celebrations taking place in Hong Kong this fall. From Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations and the annual Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival to Taste Around Town and citywide Halloween celebrations, Hong Kong boasts an impressive line-up of events for everyone to enjoy […]
Taiwan’s Scenic Alishan Forest Railway Resumes Service After 15-Year Hiatus
TAIPEI,Taiwan–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Aug. 06, 2024 The Alishan Forest Railway fully resumed operations after a 15-year hiatus and introduced two new tourist charter trains, the Formosensis and Vivid Express, each offering unique tour packages designed to revitalize railway travel and attract visitors. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240806014512/en/ The Alishan Forest Railway […]
teamLab Planets TOKYO Recognized by GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ as the most visited museum (single art group) in the world. A Massive “Athletics Forest” to Newly Open in Early 2025
teamLab Planets has recorded 2,504,264 visitors between April 1, 2023, and March 31, 2024, making it the world’s most-visited museum dedicated to a single artist. TOKYO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jul. 11, 2024 teamLab Planets TOKYO DMM in Toyosu, Tokyo (hereinafter referred to as teamLab Planets), welcomed a total of 2,504,264 visitors from April 1, 2023, to March 31, […]
Hong Kong Tourism Board and Art Basel Announce Three-Year Global Partnership
This New Strategic Alliance Makes HKTB the First Tourism Organisation to Partner with Art Basel Worldwide HONG KONG–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jun. 12, 2024 The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) and Art Basel are delighted to announce a new three-year global partnership. The HKTB is the first tourism organisation to enter into a global strategic partnership with Art […]
Saudi Arabia Showcases Transformative Investment Opportunities at the 46th Annual NYU International Hospitality Investment Conference
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jun. 06, 2024 The Saudi Ministry of Tourism is participating in the 46th Annual NYU International Hospitality Investment Conference, highlighting the Kingdom's exceptional progress and vast investment opportunities within its booming tourism sector. This conference presents a unique platform for Saudi Arabia to share its transformative journey towards becoming a premier global tourism […]
Enter the Dragon Boat: Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races Return in June
HONG KONG–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May. 24, 2024 The Hong Kong Tourism Board and the Hong Kong China Dragon Boat Association are proud to announce the highly anticipated 2024 “Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races.” Set against the stunning backdrop of Victoria Harbour, this legendary sporting event will take place on 15–16 June, 2024, and will see over […]
Hong Kong Tourism Board Launches “Live Out the Cinematic Hong Kong” at the Cannes Film Festival
HONG KONG–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May. 20, 2024 Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) on proudly unveiled new docufilm “Hong Kong Classics Reimagined” on Friday (17 May) in Cannes, France. Premiering during the Marché du Film at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, the 60-minute showcase pays homage to classic Hong Kong movies while igniting the wanderlust of film lovers […]
Cvent Announces Top Meeting Destinations and Top Meeting Hotels in Asia-Pacific for 2024
The industry-acclaimed annual rankings recognise the top-performing hotels for MICE business, as well as the world’s most coveted meeting destinations SINGAPORE–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May. 14, 2024 Cvent, an industry-leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider, today released its lists of the Top Meeting Destinations and Top Meeting Hotels for Asia-Pacific (APAC). These lists – which also include […]
The ASEAN-Japan Centre Relaunches Official Website: New Database and Interview Content Added
TOKYO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May. 07, 2024 The ASEAN-Japan Centre (AJC) renewed its official website (https://www.asean.or.jp/). On the top page of the website shows the AJC’s new tagline: “Building Bridges, Connecting Heart to Heart” with unique illustrations showcasing the diversity and the spirit of cooperation between ASEAN and Japan. This press release features multimedia. View the full release […]
Recruiting Participants for the 365mc Global Social Contribution Campaign ‘Global Better Me Season 2’
SEOUL, South Korea–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Apr. 30, 2024 The leading obesity treatment medical institution in South Korea presents a second chance at life to obesity patients around the world. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240429213655/en/ Before Global Better Me (Photo: 365mc) The specialized obesity treatment clinic and liposuction medical institution, 365mc, announced […]