Associations

Solomon Islands dive operators to establish formal association

Fri, 04/19/2019 - 07:02

The move follows a recent forum in Honiara facilitated by Strongim Bisnis, an Australian government initiative working in partnership with local companies and operators to promote business growth.

Australian tourism needs action on visas

Tue, 04/16/2019 - 13:07

Associations

The Australian Tourism Export Council (ATEC) has called for both parties to commit to taking policy action on visa issues which are affecting our reputation as an accessible destination and the ongoing increases in visa costs, which in last week’s budget hit both tourism and working holiday maker visas.

Brisbane wins bid for leading international tourism conference

Fri, 04/05/2019 - 09:39

Fairs & Exhibitions

Meeting Place is the platform where the people who sell Australia to the world come to hear about the latest and most exciting new product available.

Australia: A modest tourism budget amidst a $7.1bn surplus

Fri, 04/05/2019 - 09:27

Associations

The Australian Tourism Export Council (ATEC) welcomes the Government’s $50 million investment in developing ‘tourism icons’ in regional Australia.

IAAPA announces new global brand

In addition to a new brand image, IAAPA’s three Global Expos have been renamed - IAAPA Expo Asia, IAAPA Expo Europe, and IAAPA Expo.

Associations Thu, 01/24/2019 - 02:00
SITE Crystal Awards showcase excellence in incentive travel

The 2018 awards were presented at the SITE 2019 Global Conference at the Shangri-La Hotel in Bangkok, Thailand, January 11-14.

Associations Fri, 01/18/2019 - 02:00
Submissions invited for PATA Face of the Future 2019

To highlight PATA’s commitment to HCD, the Association annually presents a special award and prize to an exceptional ‘rising star’ in the industry.

Associations Thu, 01/17/2019 - 09:22
SKÅL International India and IITT - a winning combination

IITT in its first 3 years has grown to be India’s largest show in terms of quality and relevant footfall, and usually attracts over 15,000 trade visitors annually.

Associations Mon, 01/14/2019 - 02:00
TCEB takes Thailand’s incentive travel industry onto a global platform

SITE Global Conference which commences shortly in Bangkok, has selected as its theme “Bangkok - Incentivising Diversity & Innovation."

Meetings & Events Fri, 01/11/2019 - 10:33
Diverse line-up of speakers confirmed for PATA Adventure Travel and Responsible Tourism Conference and Mart 2019

The event, generously hosted by the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board, will be held at the Ganga Resort GMVN from February 13-15 with the theme ‘Rejuvenate Your Soul Through Travel’.

Associations Wed, 01/09/2019 - 08:28
ICCA’s Regional Director Asia Pacific receives prestigious Chinese MICE award

Traditionally awarded by ICCA member MeetingsChina and the CMIC to national industry heavyweights, Hamid’s inclusion among this year’s group of award winners is a testament to ICCA’s support.

Associations Thu, 12/20/2018 - 06:10
New Vacation Rental Association established to oversee vacation rental business in Japan

The founding committee of Vacation Rental Association is made up of nine major vacation rental and travel agencies.

Associations Thu, 12/13/2018 - 06:39
Khon Kaen welcomes nearly 300 delegates to the PATA Destination Marketing Forum 2018

The event, hosted by the Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) with the support of Khon Kaen Province.

Associations Fri, 11/30/2018 - 09:01
Air Passengers Association of India (APAI) petition the Government on the anti-consumer move by Air India

With Air India's move to put all its ticketing with a single technology, it is further learnt that after December 4th, this will disconnect about 18 codeshare airline partners and over 100 inter line partners because passengers will not be able to access any information.

Aviation Thu, 11/29/2018 - 02:09