Princess Cruises Deepens Strategic Commitment to Singapore with Three-Year Multi-Ship Deployment
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and Princess Cruises have announced a three-year partnership to significantly expand the cruise line’s presence in Singapore, reinforcing the city-state’s role as a leading cruise hub in Asia Pacific. Spanning 2027 through 2030, the collaboration is expected to welcome more than 150,000 passengers and deliver meaningful economic benefits across Singapore’s tourism and maritime sectors. The agreement comes at a time of accelerating demand for cruise in Asia Pacific. Fuelled by rising affluence, an expanding middle-class, and a strong appetite for immersive travel experiences, Singapore remains well-positioned to capture the region’s growing opportunities. As part of this commitment, Princess Cruises will deploy three ships, Diamond Princess, Sapphire…
Amazing Thailand Fest 2026 brings The Wholesome Taste of Thai to Fukuoka
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) presented Amazing Thailand Fest 2026 @Fukuoka (The Wholesome Taste of Thai) from 30 to 31 May 2026 at Tenjin Chuo Park, Kihinkan Area, Fukuoka, Japan. Part of the Amazing Thailand Food Festival (World Tour), the event positioned Thai gastronomy as a gateway to travel, connecting cuisine with wellness, culture, creativity, and destination storytelling. Miss Pattaraanong Na Chiangmai, TAT Deputy Governor for International Marketing, Asia and South Pacific, said, “Amazing Thailand Fest 2026 @Fukuoka places Thai food at the centre of Thailand’s connection with Japanese travellers. Food is one of Thailand’s clearest cultural languages, carrying flavour, wellness, local wisdom, and a sense of place in every dish. Through The…
Vinexpo Asia 2026 in Hong Kong Reaffirms International Confidence in Asian Markets
Held from 26 to 28 May, the 2026 edition of Vinexpo Asia consolidated Hong Kong’s position as a major platform for wine and spirits trade in the Asia-Pacific region. Bringing together 14,273 trade professionals from 76 markets, compared with 59 in 2024, and 38 producing countries, compared with 35 in 2024, the event reflected the sustained commitment of international producers to Asian markets against a challenging geoeconomic backdrop. With a history in Hong Kong dating back to 1998, Vinexpo Asia once again received support from key local stakeholders, including the Hong Kong Tourism Board, and was officially opened by the Acting Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the Hong Kong SAR Government. The Hong Kong launch…
