Star Cruises set to restart operations in Malaysia, AlUla signs four strategic agreements with France and more...

Star Cruises set to restart operations in Malaysia
Tuesday, 7th December 2021

Genting Cruise Lines announced that the Malaysian government has granted approval for Star Cruises to restart operations in Malaysia on December 22, 2021 with Star Pisces offering cruises from Penang.

Genting Cruise Lines said it also plans to launch more ships under the Star Cruises fleet, beginning with Star Pisces in Penang, Malaysia.

Star Pisces will initially operate at a reduced passenger capacity of 50 percent with strict enhanced safety and preventive measures that are in accordance with the local requirements and international standards >>

Another Moxy Hotel opens in China
6 Dec 2021 : The 176-room Moxy Nanjing-Jiangning features the brand’s DNA with stylish decoration and fun collaborative spaces >>

Royal Commission for AlUla signs four strategic agreements as French President Macron visits KSA
7 Dec 2021 : The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) announced the signing of four strategic agreements – including one for Villa Hegra, introducing the iconic 'French villa' model in the Middle East >>

News from around Asia Pacific
7 Dec 2021 : Hotel industry and travel news from around the Asia Pacific region: South Korea set to build largest tourism resort in Incheon, Singapore-based Banyan Tree set to double its footprint and more >>

Marriott opens Melbourne Marriott
7 Dec 2021 : Located on the Docklands waterfront in Melbourne, the five-star hotel sets the stage for an inspiring stay for guests through its signature service and facilities >>

HIGHLIGHT ARTICLE

Ideas To Overcome The Current Employment Conundrum
Tuesday, 7th December 2021

According to a study, nearly 70% of Americans planned to travel in 2021. On the job front, the AHLA recently quoted that 96% of their membership hotels have openings at their property.

You would think everyone would be doing a victory lap; unfortunately, employment supply and demand are wildly out of sync. We believe it is going to take some time (two-plus years) for the employment marketplace to normalize. Here are some of the reasons why >>

Airlines: Flexible Crisis Management
Air travel is witnessing a genuinely new trend. During the pandemic, as is known, demand for business travel declined significantly.

So in order to offset their losses many airlines have shifted focus, particularly during the recent peak summer months and weeks with more flights to popular coastal destinations in the sun >>

In case you've missed it: Global eNews of December 06, 2021
Thailand increases 'Blue Zone' destinations to 26, eases more COVID-19 curbs nationwide, Karl Lagerfeld Hotel and more >>