Is business travel’s 'next normal' right around the corner?, Singapore launches Safe Itinerary Guide and 'Experience Singapore!' and more...

Is business travel’s 'next normal' right around the corner?
Friday, 25th February 2022

We haven’t yet hit an 'official' endemic phase globally, and there are regions still challenged with pandemic outbreaks and lower-than-hoped-for vaccination rates.

But our industry is moving into a more endemic way of managing it, step by step. The past two years have shown we can’t truly predict the patterns of a pandemic, but we are getting better at navigating COVID-related developments >>

Sands completes sale of The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas
25 Feb 2022 : Proceeds enhance liquidity and support investment in current markets and future development projects >>

Canada hotel performance fell in January
25 Feb 2022 : Canada’s hotel industry reported lower monthly performance levels amid the latest pandemic concerns, according to STR’s January 2022 data >>

Travel measures should be based on risk assessment
25 Feb 2022 : The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have called for the lifting of travel bans as they do not provide added value and continue to contribute to economic and social stress >>

Singapore partners tourism sector to launch Safe Itinerary Guide and 'Experience Singapore!'
25 Feb 2022 : Resources showcase new experiences in Singapore, and help inbound visitors navigate health and safety requirements in Singapore >>

HIGHLIGHT ARTICLE

Letter from Siem Reap: Jolie Spotting, Khmer Home Lunch and Elephant Playtime
Friday, 25th February 2022

This visit, made possible after Cambodia reopened its borders with the lightest entry conditions among South-east Asian countries.

A quieter Siem Reap with very few visitors, only the intrepid and opportunistic like me who want to experience this special place before the return of mass tourism and in a selfish way, hoping those days do not return to the way it was >>

The Light Switch Mentality
When you flip a light switch, you know exactly what to expect: The light comes on – right away, no hesitation and it happens immediately >>

Global eNewsletter of February 24, 2022
Shangri-La opens its first hotel in Saudi Arabia - Jeddah, Black Platinum Gold launches a first-ever loyalty program and more >>