SINGAPORE, 26 June 2026: Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) together with the Maldives Association of Yacht Agents (MAYA) welcomed the Chinese cruise ship Viking Yidun this week as it made its first visit to Maldives, with a special reception held at Jetty 1, Male.
It marks the first arrival of a Chinese cruise ship to the Maldives, representing a step in the continued diversification of the Maldives’ tourism portfolio and the development of cruise tourism as a complementary segment of the Maldives’ wider tourism offering.
Photo credit: Visit Maldives. Welcome reception for Chinese cruise passengers.
The welcome event, held on 22 June 2026, was organised to provide arriving guests with a memorable first impression of the Maldives through authentic cultural experiences and warm local hospitality.
Passengers arriving aboard the vessel were greeted with a Boduberu performance by the Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) Estate Boduberu Team, showcasing the Maldives’ rich traditions and cultural heritage.
The development of cruise tourism also contributes to the national visitor arrival targets through diversified arrival channels. Further, it strengthens and diversifies the tourism industry while supporting sustained growth in visitor arrivals. The initiative is part of Visit Maldives Corporation’s broader collaboration with MAYA, which aims to further strengthen the Maldives as a leading destination for yacht and cruise tourism in the Indian Ocean.
Through its partnership with MAYA, Visit Maldives Corporation will work to provide visitors with a distinctive blend of luxury, culture, and natural beauty, contributing to broader tourism growth objectives by supporting visitor cruise and yacht arrival targets and increasing international exposure for the destination.
SINGAPORE, 26 June 2026: Following the unveiling of its maiden Mediterranean season, Aman at Sea has unveiled the first chapter of Amangati’s inaugural Caribbean voyages, a collection of five- to eight-night Autumn journeys tracing the harbours and archipelagos of the Antilles from 21 November 2027 through 2 January 2028.
Amangati charts a new course across the Atlantic to arrive in Saint John’s, Antigua and Barbuda – the port from which the Caribbean season unfolds.
Photo credit: Aman at Sea.
The Autumn season comprises three regional movements – the Leeward Islands, the Windward Islands, and the Dutch Caribbean – with select sailings extending through the festive season.
The Leeward Islands voyages open the season with three successive itineraries through the northern arc of the Antilles, drawing on the languid harbour of Gustavia in Saint Barthélemy, the gentle rhythms of Saint Kitts and Nevis, and the white-sand beaches and turquoise coastlines that define this corner of the region. Calls at Barbuda for a dedicated Marina Day, Jost Van Dyke and Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands, Philipsburg in Sint Maarten, the volcanic stillness of Saba, Little Bay in Montserrat, and a beach day at Prickly Pear Cay off Anguilla, round out journeys that move with the quiet alchemy of Caribbean yachting.
The Windward Islands voyages, departing from Saint John’s and Bridgetown in Barbados, respectively, carry guests south through Îles des Saintes in Guadeloupe, Portsmouth in Dominica, Anse d’Arlet in Martinique, and Soufrière in Saint Lucia, beneath the rain-forested Pitons. Onward calls at Canouan in the Grenadines and Saint George’s in Grenada complete a route through some of the region’s most admired shorelines.
The Dutch Caribbean voyages present itineraries from Bridgetown and Oranjestad tracing the southern Caribbean’s ABC islands – Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao. Bonaire’s castaway beaches and pristine coral gardens, the pastel-hued waterfront of Willemstad and the uninhabited Tobago Cays in the Grenadines bring the season’s southernmost reach into view.
About Aman Aman was founded in 1988 with the vision of building a collection of intimate retreats with the unassuming, warm hospitality of a gracious private home. The first, Amanpuri (place of peace), in Phuket, Thailand, introduced the concept and, since then, Aman has grown to encompass 35 exquisitely serene hotels, resorts, and branded residences, ranging from the urban to the remote, in 20 destinations across the globe.
LANGKAWI, 26 June 2026: Hilton confirms the opening of Hilton Burau Bay Langkawi Resort this week, expanding its flagship brand’s presence in Malaysia.
Nestled between a centuries-old tropical rainforest and the Andaman Sea, the resort is a sanctuary for travellers seeking a connection to both the island’s natural beauty and their personal well-being.
Photo credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.
“The opening of Hilton Burau Bay Langkawi Resort reflects Hilton’s commitment to bringing its flagship brand’s experience to Malaysia’s most renowned leisure destinations,” said Alexandra Murray, area vice president and head of South East Asia, Hilton. “As the country continues to solidify its position as a highly sought-after global destination, we are strategically growing a portfolio that meets the evolving demands of the modern traveller. By bringing Hilton’s world-class hospitality to the beauty of Burau Bay, we are offering a sophisticated new benchmark for full-service hospitality in Langkawi.”
Spanning almost 22 acres, the resort features 251 rooms and suites ranging from Terrace and Deluxe Rooms to Executive Suites, each offering a private terrace or balcony overlooking the rainforest, mountains or sea.
The resort’s four restaurants. Guests can enjoy authentic Asian flavours paired with international classics at Gingerfire, the resort’s all-day dining restaurant.
MINGZHU introduces a rare speciality concept to the island, honouring the complex, spice-driven traditions of Yunnan’s ethnic tribes.
Trattoria Mare is an elevated seaside destination where Italian flavours meet the Andaman coast, offering a sophisticated alfresco experience.
The wellness experience extends across the resort’s three distinct swimming pools — a family-friendly hub, a dedicated kids’ pool and a secluded adults-only retreat — complemented by five rock pools.
The opening reinforces Hilton’s strategic momentum in Malaysia, adding to its diverse portfolio, which includes the recently opened Hilton Shah Alam Glenmarie and Hilton Garden Inn Kota Kinabalu Tuaran. The resort’s debut sets the stage for a landmark year of growth, with Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur and Conrad Kuala Lumpur poised to elevate Malaysia’s luxury hospitality landscape later this year.
Hilton Burau Bay Langkawi Resort is part of Hilton Honors. To celebrate the opening of Hilton Burau Bay Langkawi Resort, Hilton Honors members can earn 5,000 points with a minimum three-night stay. This offer is valid from now to 31 October 2026
Hilton Burau Bay Langkawi Resort is located at 103 Teluk Burau, Mukim Padang Matsirat, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia.
BANGKOK, 26 June 2026: In northern Thailand, the luxury tented camp Visama Explorer Nan has launched a summer promotion for weekends in July and August.
“Two Nights for the Price of One” has been created for nature-loving guests who enjoy refined tented luxury amid the beauty of Nan, a destination influenced by Lanna and Thai Lue hill tribe cultures.
Visama Explorer Nan: a comfortable base camp for exploring the natural and cultural attractions of the province this summer.
The offer allows couples, families with one or two children under 10, and solo travellers to stay two consecutive nights, paying for just one.
The stay includes daily breakfast and a set dinner for guests, a free in-room minibar (including soft drinks, snacks, and local beers), and archery and mountain bike use.
Guests can choose direct or sightseeing transfers to the camp from Nan airport. The sightseeing options on the transfers include stops at Wat Phumin (with famous Lanna murals), an art gallery, cotton-weaving and silver-making workshops, a 1715-metre mountain viewpoint, and stops for local cocoa and kanom jeen noodles served with various curries.
While at the resort, there are extra activities such as campfire evenings, temple blessings, forest treks at dawn, and cycling in a private valley.
The “Two Nights for the Price of One” promotion at Visama Explorer Nan is valid for stays through 15 August 2026 and is for Thai residents.
About Visama Explorer Nan Visama Explorer Nan is an eco-luxury tented camp nestled in northern Thailand’s Nan province, just 30 minutes north of Bo Kluea district, around two hours from Nan airport. The property offers eight spacious, air-conditioned safari-style tented suites that blend comfort with mindful design. Visama works closely with local partners to protect forests, rivers, and wildlife.
KUALA LUMPUR, 26 June 2026: With demand for Muslim-friendly travel packages on the rise, the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) announced on Thursday the return of its flagship MATTA Muslim Friendly Travel Fair (MFTF), which will be held from 4 to 5 July 2026 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTC KL).
The fair arrives at a defining moment for the global halal tourism industry, with Muslim international arrivals reaching 196 million in 2025, exceeding earlier projections by 10 million. The annual expenditure is on track to reach USD310 billion by 2030.
Photo credit: MATTA. Press conference announces MATTA Muslim Friendly Travel Fair (MFTF), scheduled from 4 to 5 July 2026 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTC KL).
Now in its second edition, MFTF 2026 marks a significant scale-up from its inaugural run. The fair features 123 booths from 57 participating organisations, spread across 2,700 square metres of exhibition space, making it the nation’s most comprehensive marketplace for Muslim-friendly travel products, services, and experiences.
Malaysia continues to lead the Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) for 11 consecutive years, highlighting its position as a global benchmark.
“Malaysia stands at a remarkable inflexion point. We are the world’s benchmark for Muslim-friendly travel, and yet the greatest opportunity is still ahead of us. MFTF exists to bridge the gap between that global recognition and actual business growth for our members. When over 100 million travellers are moving across the world and looking for trusted destinations and services, we want our members to be the first names that come to mind, and this Fair is where that journey begins,” said MFTF 2026 Deputy Organising Chairman Dr Fazil Khan.
MFTF 2026 is made possible through the support of key industry partners who share a commitment to growing Malaysia’s Muslim-friendly tourism ecosystem:
Islamic Tourism Centre (ITC) as Strategic Partner
Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) as Sponsor
RHB Bank Berhad as the Official Bank Partner
The involvement of ITC as a strategic partner is particularly significant. Established as a Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) agency, ITC is the custodian of Malaysia’s Muslim-Friendly Tourism and Hospitality Assurance and Recognition (MFAR), a nationally developed standard that is now attracting interest from international partners worldwide.
ITC, as a MOTAC agency championing the development of Muslim-friendly travel in Malaysia, applauds MATTA for leading by example in establishing a platform for industry players to showcase their Muslim-friendly products, services and facilities. Making these accessible to the public strengthens Malaysia’s position as an inclusive and cohesive Muslim-friendly destination.
At a time when international partners and worldwide destinations are turning to Malaysian-developed standards such as our Muslim-Friendly Tourism and Hospitality Assurance and Recognition (MFAR), we are proud to prioritise and uplift our local industry first. To that end, we are delighted to welcome MATTA members on board as our MFAR partners. Moving forward, ITC will deliver targeted capacity building programmes to 1,000 MATTA members over the next two years, equipping industry players with the competitive advantage and marketability needed to tap into the growing Muslim tourist market,” said ITC Director-General Mohammad Faisal Abu Suaib Khan.
“RHB Bank is proud to partner with MATTA as the Official Bank for the Muslim Friendly Travel Fair 2026, a key platform advancing Malaysia’s Muslim-friendly tourism offerings. This collaboration reflects our commitment to supporting the growth of the halal travel ecosystem while making travel more accessible and seamless for Malaysians.
Through solutions like the RHB Multi Currency Debit Card/-i, which enables transactions in up to 34 currencies, we aim to provide greater convenience and enhance the overall travel experience. We look forward to supporting visitors with exclusive offers and value-added banking solutions as they plan their journeys,” said Dato’ Adissadikin Ali, Managing Director of RHB Islamic Bank Berhad
Additionally, MATTA is proud to spotlight Macao as a sponsor of this edition, recognising the destination’s significant progress in Muslim-friendly travel. Ranked 16th overall in the GMTI 2025, Macao made an impressive debut among destinations actively developing Muslim-friendly tourism offerings. MGTO continues to encourage halal certification in the F&B sector and conducts regular training and other activities to familiarise tourism personnel with the needs of Islamic customers, among other initiatives, as part of efforts to attract visitors from around the world.
Macao’s presence at MFTF 2026 sends a clear message: the world is coming to Malaysia to reach Muslim travellers, and the MFTF is the platform that makes that connection possible.
MFTF is open to the public from 1000 to 2100 on Saturday and Sunday, 4 to 5 July 2026. Visitors are encouraged to use public transport to reduce carbon emissions and support sustainable travel. On-site parking will also be available.
SINGAPORE, 26 June 2026: Norse Atlantic Airways confirms a significant expansion of its Thailand-bound flights for the winter 2026/27 timetable, adding capacity across the UK, Norway and Sweden in response to continued strong customer demand for travel to Southeast Asia.
The additional flights reinforce Thailand’s position as one of the most popular destinations across Norse Atlantic’s network and reflect Norse’s continued focus on deploying capacity where customer satisfaction and demand are strongest.
Photo credit: Norse Atlantic.
The expansion includes the launch of a new three-times-weekly service between London Gatwick (LGW) and Phuket (HKT), alongside an increase in flights between Manchester (MAN) and Bangkok (BKK) to four weekly services from December 2026.
In addition, Norse Atlantic will continue to serve popular winter-sun destinations, such as routes between London Gatwick (LGW) and Bangkok (BKK) and between London Gatwick (LGW) and Cape Town (CPT) throughout the season.
Flights from Scandinavia
In Scandinavia, Norse will also boost frequencies on its Thailand routes from both Oslo and Stockholm:
Oslo (OSL) – Bangkok (BKK): increase to five weekly flights
Oslo (OSL) – Phuket (HKT): increase to two weekly flights
Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) – Bangkok (BKK): increase to five weekly flights
Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) – Phuket (HKT): increase to two weekly flights
“Thailand continues to be one of the most popular destinations in our network. We are delighted to offer customers even more opportunities to visit both Bangkok and Phuket this winter, in line with our strategy of adding capacity where demand is strongest,” said Norse Atlantic Airways CEO Eivind Roald. “Whether customers are looking for vibrant city experiences, beautiful beaches or a longer winter escape, the additional flights provide more flexibility, greater choice and affordable direct travel from the UK and Scandinavia.
“Over the past months, we have taken important steps to strengthen the company, improve efficiency and sharpen our commercial focus. We would like to thank our customers for choosing Norse Atlantic and for the continued confidence they place in our product. We are equally grateful to our airport partners in Manchester, London Gatwick, Oslo and Stockholm Arlanda, whose collaboration and support continue to play an important role in our growth journey,” said Roald.
About Norse Atlantic Norse Atlantic operates a fleet of 12 fuel-efficient Boeing 787 Dreamliners, serving a network of destinations across North America, Europe, Africa and Asia.
BANGKOK, Thailand, 23 June 2026: Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, announces that four of its properties have been honoured in the prestigious Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026, a reflection of the group’s ongoing commitment to delivering world-class hospitality and unforgettable guest experiences across its diverse portfolio.
Voted for by Travel + Leisure’s discerning international audience, the annual awards celebrate the best of the best in the travel industry, highlighting destinations and experiences that set the gold standard for luxury, service, and innovation.
This year, Centara received accolades for properties spanning beachside retreats, countryside hideaways, and immersive island experiences:
Thailand
Centara Reserve Samui — Ranked No 9, Beach + Island Resorts (Thailand). Set along Chaweng Beach, this property is a premier destination for bespoke luxury, defined by sophisticated design, curated wellness journeys, and personalised service.
Roukh Kiri Khaoyai, The Centara Collection — Ranked No 9, Upcountry Hotels (Thailand). Celebrated for its tranquil hilltop sanctuary and barn-house-inspired contemporary design, this intimate retreat continues to be recognised for its warm atmosphere, exceptional service, and connection to nature.
Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives — Ranked No 4, Resorts for Families. A testament to Centara’s family-centric philosophy, this property has been lauded for its vibrant, underwater world-themed environment that offers boundless fun for all ages, perfectly blending adventure with modern comfort.
“We are honoured to be recognised once again by Travel + Leisure’s readers,” said Michael Henssler, Chief Operating Officer of Centara Hotels & Resorts. “To see our properties acknowledged across such diverse categories speaks to the individuality of each destination, as well as the care and consistency our teams bring to every guest experience.”
As Centara continues its strategic expansion, the group remains dedicated to its mission of delivering the warmth of Thai-inspired hospitality through a modern lens, ensuring every guest experience is rooted in world-class service, connection, and the unique spirit of each destination.
PHUKET, 25 June 2026: The discussions happening around Phuket’s property market and the data underpinning them are not always the same conversation C9 Hotelworks reports.
Presenting at the Phuket Property Exchange C9 Hotelworks Sessions, Michael Kenner, Managing Director and Co-founder of FazWaz, put nearly 60,000 online enquiries on the table and let the numbers do the talking.
The demand intelligence dataset, drawn from the FazWaz platform network spanning FazWaz, Thailand-Property, Dot Property, and Hipflat over the December 2025 to May 2026 period, covers 54,628 online enquiries across 141 countries and 1,258 tracked projects, representing THB272 billion (USD8.4 billion) in stated buyer demand. What the data reveals beneath that number is more instructive than the number itself.
Of the 54,628 total online enquiries recorded, 39,042, or 71%, were rental in nature. The sales market generated 15,586 online enquiries. This ratio matters because it defines where liquidity, yield, and transaction volume actually sit in the Phuket market. The median monthly rental budget across all online enquiries is THB35,000 (USD 1,077), with demand concentrated in the sub-THB40,000 (USD1,231) band. Condominiums and apartments account for the largest share of rental online enquiries at 20,882, followed by houses and villas at 14,946. Cherngtalay leads all locations at 6,628 online enquiries, nearly 30% more than second-placed Rawai at 5,108.
The sales market tells a more nuanced story. The median purchase budget across 15,586 online sales enquiries is THB7.5 million (USD 231,000). Demand thins sharply above THB 20 million (USD 615,000), and the luxury tail, while present, significantly distorts average figures. Developers and agents judging market appetite by mean rather than median budgets are reading the wrong signal. Condominiums again lead in product demand, with 8,094 online enquiries compared to 4,920 for houses and villas. Cherngtalay commands the highest median price per square metre at THB126,600 (USD3,895) for condominiums, compared to THB 32,669 (USD 1,005) in Si Sunthon, a fourfold gap that maps the island’s value gradient with precision.
The March 2026 spike drew attention across the development community. Online enquiries peaked, with the sales share of monthly demand reaching 45%, up from 18% in December 2025. The median buyer budget jumped from THB 6 million (USD185,000) to THB14 million (USD431,000) during the same period, driven by the 10 to 20 million baht segment rather than ultra-high-net-worth buyers. By April, the market had reverted to baseline. Developers who interpreted March as a structural shift rather than a seasonal concentration of demand will have drawn the wrong conclusions.
The more significant trend ran quietly alongside the sales spike. Median rental prices rose from THB33,000 (USD1,015) in December 2025 to THB40,000 (USD1,231) in April 2026, then held at THB38,000 (USD1,169) in May. That is a sustained upward movement across a segment that represents 71% of total market demand. A strengthening rental market historically underpins sales market confidence. In Phuket’s case, the data suggests that a foundation is being built.
Across both rental and sales segments, Cherngtalay dominates. It leads online enquiry volume, commands the highest price per square metre, and attracts the broadest mix of bedroom configurations. Rawai is a consistent second. The west coast corridor, from Kamala through Cherngtalay to Rawai, accounts for the overwhelming majority of qualified demand. Operators and developers looking for demand outside this corridor will find it, but at meaningfully lower price points and volumes.
The Phuket property market is large, international, and genuinely diversified across 141 source countries. It is also more concentrated geographically, more rental-driven, and more mid-market in its sales profile than the prevailing narrative suggests. The data is available. The question is whether the market reads it.
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BANGKOK, 25 June 2026: Booking.com released its 11th annual research report into consumer attitudes and understanding of the social and environmental impact of travel.
With insights from 32,500 travellers across 35 markets globally, this year’s research highlights a generational paradox.
Photo credit: Booking.com.
While 85% of global travellers across all ages say that more sustainable travel is important or very important to them, younger generations express stronger sustainability intentions but take fewer practical actions. In contrast, older generations demonstrate greater commitment through concrete behaviours.
Travellers in the APAC region
Although less than half (48%) of the Boomer survey respondents (61+ years old) say they want to travel more sustainably in the coming 12 months, compared to 68% of Gen Xers (45-60 years old), 76% of Millennials (29-44 years old) and 80% of Gen Z (18-28 years old), research shows that their actions speak louder than words.
When it comes to the practical steps travellers are taking to be more sustainable, it seems older generations are more action-oriented than younger ones.
Of those who intend to travel more sustainably over the next year, Boomers (75%) say they will reduce general waste when travelling compared to 55% of Gen X, 52% of Millennials and half of Gen Z (50%).
63% of Boomers intend to reduce energy consumption (such as turning off air conditioning and lights in their room when they aren’t there), compared to 57% of Gen X, 51% of Millennials and 45% of Gen Z.
63% of Boomers say they will shop more at local, independent stores on their trips compared to 41% of Gen X, 40% of Millennials, and 40% of Gen Z.
Older generations were much more likely to report plans to travel outside of peak season: Boomers (67%), Gen X (44%), Millennials (40%) and Gen Z (35%).
That said, there are some areas where younger generations lead on more sustainable behaviours, particularly when it comes to learning about local cultures, indigenous communities or the conservation of wildlife:
Nearly a third of Gen Z (21%) and Millennials (31%) had participated in a tour or activity where they learned about or interacted with local indigenous people or cultures, compared to 25% of Gen X and 21% of Boomers in the last twelve months.
And more than a quarter of Gen Z (27%) and Millennials (26%) had participated in a tour or activity that contributed to the health or conservation of the local ecosystem or wildlife, compared to 20% of Gen X and 13% of Boomers.
Extreme Weather: A concern for all ages
While generations may differ in what they say and do, extreme weather is actively reshaping travel choices and timing, making it a significant consideration for all age groups. Thai survey respondents said they consider extreme weather risk when choosing both destination (86%) and timing (85%). Thai travelers 81% say they actively avoid destinations known for extreme weather, 83% find extreme weather stressful when booking a trip, and 69% feel unpredictable weather makes it hard to know when to travel.
Strikingly, half of Thai travellers (50%) reported having cancelled or changed trip plans in the past twelve months due to extreme weather or natural disasters (high temperatures, storms, wildfires and floods). More than half of those surveyed (67%) said that certain destinations had become too hot to visit when they wanted to, and that they had removed destinations from their travel wish list due to news of extreme weather or natural disasters (70%).
A broader understanding of more sustainable ways to travel
The efforts properties are making to operate more sustainably are, in fact, of equal importance across all ages: with over a third of each age group saying they plan to stay at an accommodation which has a sustainability certification in the next twelve months: Boomers (46%), Gen X (37%), Millennials (38%) and Gen Z (37%). And it’s not just intent; recently released data from Booking.com shows that travellers booked 100 million room nights at properties with third-party sustainability certifications in 2025.
Alongside staying at properties with sustainability certifications and adopting well-known behaviours like reducing waste and energy consumption and avoiding harm to wildlife, making conscious decisions about the timing and destination of trips is part of a broader understanding of how people plan to travel more sustainably in 2026.
Thai travellers say they plan to avoid overcrowded tourist destinations (34%), travel outside peak season (31%), and seek out destinations with cooler temperatures (23%). Of those choosing quieter destinations, 47% state a desire to avoid contributing to overtourism, and 43% of those travelling outside peak season want to reduce pressure on destinations, reflecting a growing understanding of the impact of travel on communities and the environment.
“This year’s Travel & Sustainability Report shows that while generations may have different understandings of what constitutes more sustainable travel, adapting to extreme weather and actively avoiding crowds are now norms at all ages”, says Booking.com Danielle D’Silva.
“We are encouraged by the broad range of ways travellers are already travelling more sustainably, and how they plan to continue. Whether that’s the 100 million room nights travellers booked with accommodation partners displaying a third-party sustainability certification on our platforms in 2025, using public transport or hiring an electric vehicle to get around on their trips, or indeed, choosing cooler and quieter destinations altogether.
“As a global leader in travel, we want to make it easier for both travellers and partners to continue to make these more sustainable choices so that everyone can continue to enjoy the benefits that travel brings, and that destinations can continue to be enjoyed by visitors and residents alike.”
SINGAPORE 25 June 2026: HBX Group (HBX.SM), a leading B2B travel technology marketplace, has announced the continued expansion of its global transfers offering, with Emerging Travel Group (ETG) now gaining access to the group’s transfers inventory through direct API integration between both companies.
ETG now has access to HBX Group’s transfer inventory, spanning both private and shared transfer options across destinations globally. Backed by high-quality, directly contracted services and ongoing technology investment, the collaboration also includes real-time driver communication features that enable travellers to connect directly with their driver while in destination for a more seamless journey.
The move builds on the existing relationship between the two companies, which already spans accommodation distribution, and further strengthens HBX Group’s ecosystem model by expanding collaboration into additional travel products. By extending the partnership into transfers, both companies are helping create a more connected traveller journey while unlocking additional value across ETG’s global distribution footprint.
HBX Group, Chief Distribution Officer David Amsellem said: “Our collaboration with ETG continues to evolve, and expanding it into transfers is a natural next step in how we support partners across more stages of the traveller journey.
As we continue to broaden the reach of our mobility offering, partnerships like this help bring more high-quality travel products into our ecosystem and make them accessible through the distribution channels our partners rely on every day. By combining our global, directly contracted transfer inventory with real-time driver communication features, we are helping create a smoother, more connected experience for travellers while deepening the value we deliver together.”
Emerging Travel Group Head of Non-Accommodation Supply Fredrik Bonnalt said: “Transfers are the most in-demand transportation product within ETG. For our travel agent partners and corporate customers, it is essential to have all travel-related services, including transfers, available in one system, so we are continuously working to expand our offering.”
About HBX Group HBX Group is a leading global B2B travel technology marketplace that owns and operates Hotelbeds, Bedsonline, The Luxurist, Roiback Civitfun and PerfectStay.
