Articles tagged “asia pacific”

Cathay Pacific has come full circle. After losing about $4 billion during the pandemic years, the Hong Kong carrier has earned roughly the same amount back over the past three – its best run of profitability in decades. Can Cathay sustain its momentum – or will the next cycle look very different? We examine the outlook in this week’s feature story.

Qantas is flying high again. Strong domestic demand, booming premium cabins, and a disciplined strategy have pushed the Australian flag carrier to a steady 11% annual margin. But management wants more – especially internationally. In this week’s feature story, we examine how the 'Flying Kangaroo' plans to make the leap.

Although the rollout spans most major Asia-Pacific markets, travelers in India still won’t see the feature yet, a notable exclusion given the country’s size and growing outbound travel demand.

Tetiaroa proves that conservation works when it's designed as architecture: binding governance and indigenous knowledge made operational. It's a useful source code for other climate-sensitive areas.

In 2025, travel matured from a post-pandemic sprint into a disciplined, value-driven market that prioritizes experiences and revenue quality over just driving volumes. As growth shifts Eastward and geopolitics redefine travel corridors, the industry’s success in 2026 will depend on its ability to remain tech-agile and price-resilient in a volatile world.

The Asia-Pacific region has become the epicenter of new luxury demand — faster-growing, more diversified, and far more sustainable.

For most airlines, the post-Covid era started in 2022 or 2023. For the AirAsia family, it feels like it’s only just beginning now. In this week’s feature story, we explore AirAsia’s long-delayed restructuring, its move to fuse shorthaul and longhaul operations, and the sweeping fleet ambitions that could redefine low-cost flying well beyond its Asia-Pacific heartland.

Australia will test whether YouTrip’s pitch of cheaper travel actually lands in a market where many travelers already think they’re sorted. If it does, YouTrip could find plenty of room to grow across the region.

Hotel investment in Asia Pacific slowed sharply in the first half of 2025, but the pullback looks temporary. Lifestyle hotels, fueled by demand for design and experience, are positioned to drive the rebound.

By doubling down on lifestyle hotels and conversions, Hilton looks to give owners quicker returns and travelers more local flavor.