As Asian tourists, especially Chinese millennials, gain more purchasing power and Generation Z comes of age, there is a shift in the type of Asian travelers and their behaviors. Therefore, it is essential to understand the new trends among Asian tourists to develop an effective marketing strategy. A 2022 Dragon Trail report reveals that social […]
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Japanese Football Star Kaoru Mitoma Signs with ANA
eTurboNews: Kaoru Mitoma plays for Brighton & Hove Albion FC and the Japan National Team, and is known for his unwavering determination and spirit, demonstrated by his unforgettable “One-Millimeter Miracle” during the 2022 World Cup. His dedication to the sport has also made him an inspiring national figure, encouraging others to pursue their passions in […]
Jamaica Minister to Represent Americas on UNWTO Executive Council
eTurboNews: Jamaica has improved its standing on the world tourism stage with its selection as a candidate to the Executive Council of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for 2023-2027. Minister Bartlett will represent the Americas region and will sit on the prestigious decision-making council which consists of a total of 159 countries as […]
500 Bali and Jakarta Tourism Workers Complete PATA Training
eTurboNews: Commencing in 2021 and organized by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), the Informal Workers Program was designed to assist the informal tourism sector to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and increase resilience through new knowledge and skills. Whereas the focus of the 2021 program in Bangkok was to help prepare informal workers for […]
Plans to Develop Jamaica’s Ken Wright Cruise Ship Pier
eTurboNews: The pier experienced its busiest winter season with the arrival of 12 cruise ships, carrying over 5000 visitors and on average 43 yachts arriving per month including several mega yachts, last winter. Speaking recently while on a Destination Assurance tour of Portland, Jamaica Tourism Minister Bartlett said, “We had a chance to look at […]
Seychelles Tourism Standards Set to Improve
eTurboNews: The event took place at the Tourism Department Headquarters in Mont Fleuri on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, where. Mr. Paul Lebon, Director General for Destination Planning and Development, and Mrs. Sinha Levkovic, Director for the Industry Planning and Development Unit, and members of her team were also in attendance. The department is ready to […]
Hong Kong Airlines Adds More A330-300 Jets to Expedite Recovery
eTurboNews: In line with its business operation needs, Hong Kong Airlines is introducing additional Airbus A330-300 widebody aircraft to serve its route network and expedite business recovery. To ensure the necessary resources are in place to support its operations, the airline is also stepping up its recruitment efforts, looking for talent both locally and internationally. […]
More Ethical and Inclusive Tourism Pledged for the Americas
eTurboNews: Regional tourism leaders committed to a more ethical, inclusive tourism at the 68th meeting of the UNWTO Regional Commission for the Americas, as the sector bounces back to drive economic recovery across the region. The event brought together high-level delegations from 20 countries from across the Americas, and saw participants work together around shared […]
New Director of Sales & Marketing at InterContinental Dominica
eTurboNews: InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa’s executive team is pleased to announce the appointment of Eva Ruiz as the resort’s new Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing. With over a decade of experience in business development, strategic leadership, and consulting within the hospitality industry, Ruiz brings a dynamic, results-driven approach and bilingual expertise to […]
IATA and AWS Diversity & Inclusion Datathon Winners Announced
eTurboNews: The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced that SMBC Aviation Capital is the winner of the first IATA and AWS Diversity & Inclusion Datathon. The Winner: The SMBC Aviation Capital solution demonstrated a positive correlation between gender balance on airline senior management teams and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) […]