Peden Doma Bhutia

Peden Doma Bhutia is Asia Editor at Skift, where she covers the travel industry across Southeast Asia and the broader Asia-Pacific region. Based in India, she reports on airlines, online travel companies, hospitality, travel technology and the business of travel, with a focus on how emerging markets are shaping global trends.

Tourism

Skyscanner Taps Creators and Globetrotters to Launch Virtual Travel Consultancy

In the age of social media shaping travel trends, the decision to include globetrotters and content creators to address travel challenges could resonate with a significant audience.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 years ago

Airlines

Jetstar Asia’s New CEO Is Qantas Veteran John Simeone

Jetstar Asia, the low-cost carrier based in Singapore, has appointed John Simeone as its new CEO. Barathan Pasupathi, the outgoing CEO who led the airline for 12 years, will step…

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 years ago

Tourism

India-Maldives Spat: EaseMyTrip Halts Bookings, MakeMyTrip Launches New Campaign

The #BoycottMaldives movement, fueled by a diplomatic dispute, should be of concern for the Maldivian government. After all, India is the archipelago's biggest tourism source market.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 years ago

Tourism

China’s Great Reopening: Take 2

Remember the grand announcement of the “Chinese are coming” extravaganza in 2023? Turns out it was more of a slow dance than a stampede. Will 2024 finally be the year for the potential great return of the Chinese tourist?

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 years ago

Airlines

India Registers 22% Jump in Licenses For Women Pilots: India Report

The 22% increase in the issuance of licenses to women pilots is a welcome step in a profession that is mainly deemed male-dominated.

Ashvita Singh | 2 years ago

Wat Benchamabophit, also known as the marble temple in Bangkok.

Tourism

China and Thailand Agree on Permanent Visa Waiver from March

You know China is serious about boosting inbound tourism when in a span of less than two months the country has announced visa waivers for 8 countries.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 years ago

Tourism

China Eases Visa Rules for U.S. Tourists

China's opening up, but if the airlines don’t step up their flight game, we might be looking at even crazier airfare hikes with all these eager travelers.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 years ago

Tourism

Here’s the Travel Impact After Japan Issues Tsunami Warnings

The impact of the earthquake is likely to be extensive, affecting transportation and communication, emphasizing the importance of preparedness.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 years ago

Tourism

South Korea Launches Digital Nomad Visa. Coming Soon: Visas for K-Pop Fans

South Korea has its eyes on steady earners with a $66,000 income bar for digital nomads. If it is looking to attract 20 million visitors, it might be time to spice things up a bit more with that K-Culture visa.

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 years ago

Tourism

Taylor Swift’s Singapore Concert Sparks Tourism Boom in Southeast Asia

For an events-led tourism destination like Singapore, the Taylor Swift concert has been music to the coffers, errr… ears!

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 years ago