Asia

Bangkok rocked by string of bomb blasts

Six devices detonated while seventh thwarted, say police

9 south-east Asia updates

Andrew Doherty profiles the latest news from the region

Wendy Wu confirms group CEO departure

Joe Karbo joined the Asia specialist operator in 2016

FCO urges Brits in Hong Kong to be ‘vigilant’ as protests continue

Clashes between protesters and police have spilled onto city’s transport network

Sri Lanka announces six-month visa waiver scheme

The scheme was initially due to launch in May but was suspended following the Easter Sunday bombings

Kuoni liability case referred to European Court of Justice

Wait goes on for judgment on potentially significant case for tour operators

Diving into the Philippines' idyllic natural beauty and wildlife experiences

On a trip to the Cebu region of the Philippines, Mary Ann Pickford discovers plenty of thrills and spills

Sri Lanka to host first TTG Top 50 Champions Trip

Headline sponsor Kuoni will whisk 22 of the country’s best agents away for a week-long fam at the end of September

Private sector Sri Lanka alliance to launch disaster plan and tourism data unit

"We want to ensure we are better prepared for any future event"

Discounting risks 'devaluing' Sri Lanka tourism revival

Why travel firms should avoid discounting Sri Lanka too heavily as it recovers from the Easter Sunday bombings

Pippa Jacks: Sell Sri Lanka as the great value destination it is

The impressive guest list at an event to reignite Sri Lanka’s tourism industry shows just how loved it is

Hong Kong protests fail to deter long-haul visitors

Clashes over the territory’s controversial new extradition bill have though stymied travel from other parts of Asia

Tourists flee buildings following 6.1 magnitude Bali earthquake

Quake struck south of the Indonesian holiday island on Tuesday

Sri Lanka: FCO's confidence in destination 'saved August' say specialists

Trade hails swift resumption of travel to Sri Lanka following Easter Sunday bombings

Man City tour delayed in 'administrative error', Thomas Cook Sport confirms

The team are hoping to fly out today after a string of rescheduled flights over the weekend

Royal Caribbean offers agents Rugby World Cup Tokyo trip

Agents can win an eight-night break to the Japanese capital during the tournament in October

British Airways to move Beijing flights to new Daxing airport

Change to become operational from 27 October

Sri Lanka to reduce airline charges to aid tourism recovery

Fuel costs, ground handling and embarkation fees at Colombo airport to be reduced for six months

Cultural and historical experiences in Uzbekistan

Show-stopping architecture, ancient cities and a fascinating Silk Road past make Uzbekistan a must-see says Abra Dunsby

Thailand exploring ‘compulsory insurance’ for foreign visitors

20 baht (52p) payment upon entry will provide 30 days’ cover worth up to one million baht (£26,000)

Pegasus Airlines launches Manchester-Istanbul service

Low-cost carrier’s new five-times weekly service to increase to daily from 21 July

Aito members organise 'massive' Sri Lanka event for the trade

Specialists Support Sri Lanka will take place in London on 16 July

Raffles to add second hotel in Singapore

The high-end Accor-owned brand is to launch an all-villa resort on the island of Sentosa

Sri Lanka specialist focuses on UK trade

Sri Lanka specialist Experience Travel Group (ETG) has appointed its first-ever agent relationship manager to “significantly increase” its bookings through the trade