This Japanese city is the perfect place for a winter getaway
IF you’re looking to escape the heat for a spot winter fun this festive season, you might want to consider Sapporo, the capital of the northern Japanese prefecture of Hokkaido.…
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Staying in touch while away on business doesn’t have to be difficult
EVERYONE is guilty of ‘forgetting’ to call their Grandma back, or ignoring a call because they just don’t have the time. But a new study conducted by Carlson Wagonlit Travel…
Consumers are urging the travel industry to make use of artificial technology
ARTIFICAL technology (AI) may be the buzzword of the year, but it doesn’t have plans of disappearing anytime soon. The technology has already made vast changes and improvements across many…
Malaysia is recognized as one of the top destinations for expats
MALAYSIA has been named the “biggest winner” in a study examining expat experiences around the world. The Internations survey places Kuala Lumpur 4th in the overall list of 51 cities…
Angkor-Bagan ‘sister city’ deal: Why it matters
IN January 2018, the governments of Myanmar and Cambodia are expected to ink a “sister city” agreement for Bagan and Angkor, with plans to jointly promote both sites – two…
Connected, inspirational, local: Welcome to the bold new world of travel
TO keep pace with the ever-changing face of modern travel, Travel Wire Asia is also evolving with a progressive new look that encapsulates our adventurous spirit and trailblazing attitude. We…
Komodo’s growing popularity could be endangering its most famous residents
THE dramatic mountains, lush greenery, sweeping beaches and, of course, the local wildlife, mean Indonesia’s Komodo Island is fast becoming one of the top international tourist destinations in the country.…
The rise of the ‘new’ Chinese tourist
WHEN it comes to outbound tourism, China remains the world’s biggest spender. In 2016, 135 million Chinese nationals left their borders and pumped US$261 billion into other economies, 12 percent…
