Articles tagged “Skift Asia Forum”

By targeting digital nomads and Muslim-friendly travelers, the Philippines is reshaping its tourism strategy to focus on longer, more meaningful stays.

Putting Bill Bensley at the creative helm is a bold statement of intent for Sun PhuQuoc Airways, but turning a lifestyle concept into a viable airline remains a challenging task.

Bill Bensley isn’t your typical hotel designer: "Everything I do has one purpose: to learn something new," he told us.

Airbnb thinks its focus on high-quality experiences is the way to stand out in a crowded field.

The platform is offering experiences only available with Airbnb, like classes with Michelin star chefs and hang-out with singers, to differentiate itself from competitors.

The Philippines had relied on the Chinese market, but is now focused on diversifying its source markets.

Minor Hotels is leaning on its luxury origins, direct booking push, and owner-led model to compete with the industry's biggest players.

Vietjet’s foothold in the Kazakhstan market signals a quiet reshaping of air travel in Central Asia, where low-cost carriers are still in their infancy.

Skift Asia Forum kicks off in one week, with an opening reception on May 14 at SEEN Restaurant & Bar and a full day of programming on May 15 at Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel. Attendees can expect insights from top leaders on Asia’s evolving travel landscape, plus curated networking and closing reception.

Asia-Pacific's airlines haven’t had it easy over the past five years. However, the region’s carriers are fast re-establishing themselves as powerhouses of the global aviation industry.