Good summer ahead for Latin America - status quo in APAC - EMEA uncertain, Qatar launches travel app and organisational culture in times of COVID: Are you surviving or thriving?.

Good summer ahead for Latin America - status quo in APAC - EMEA uncertain
Tuesday, 13th April 2021

The latest edition of the Pulse Report, which tracks data for the month of March, indicates some real and solid signs of positivity in the North and Latin American markets with significant increases in pick up and pace.

There is still a lot of uncertainty in Europe while travel remains status quo in APAC, as almost all countries' international borders remain closed and the vast majority have interstate/province travel restrictions in place >>

Qatar launches personalised travel companion app
13 Apr 2021 : Designed to be a user-centric digital travel companion, visitors can discover Qatar's cultural heritage sites, extensive outdoor sports activities, diverse culinary scene and unique attractions before departure at home and while on the ground in Qatar >>

Homestays in India are gaining popularity
13 Apr 2021 : The popularity of homestays has increased manifold in the post-COVID era when social distancing, cleanliness, hygiene, and privacy have become the top priorities for travelers >>

Oakwood outlines continued expansion plans in China
13 Apr 2021 : On target to double its portfolio of managed properties by 2025, Oakwood confirmed plans to open four new properties in China by December 2021 with more signings expected to be announced in the coming months >>

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Organisational Culture in Times of COVID: Are You Surviving or Thriving?
Tuesday, 13th April 2021

Exclusive Feature: Most hospitality-related organisations have been deeply affected by the social and economic impacts of COVID-19. And with cash flow severely impacted, the blows just keep coming.

This unprecedented situation calls for unprecedented measures, and any company seeking to move beyond surviving to thriving must assess their organisational culture and ensure they are resilient enough to go the distance. How has your whole team reacted to this crisis? >>

From Dog Cruises to Creepy Tours, Singapore Rides Out Covid and Prepares for the Future
From dog cruises to Creepy Tales to gamified murder mystery tours, Singapore’s travel industry is pulling out all the stops to adjust to a domestic market, supported by STB programmes such as the SingapoRediscover vouchers and Marketing Partnerships >>

Pros and Cons of Pre-Employment Tests
Years ago, all it took for a candidate to land a job was a clean resume and a solid interview but those days are long gone and people are getting hired (and fired) based on 'culture fit' alone >>