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H1N1 Virus Threatens Industry Hopes for Recovery
Virus threatens industry hopes for recovery
July 13, 2009 -- Latest forecasts from PATA for international arrivals to Thailand and the Asia Pacific region contain some very modest grounds for optimism – but the spread of the Type A (H1N1) influenza virus is posing yet another serious threat to the travel and tourism industry.
Updates produced today (Monday July 13th) from PATA’s Strategic Intelligence Centre indicate that Southeast Asia will this year suffer a fall of around four percent in international arrivals compared to 2008. PATA has also revised forecasts for all Asia sub-regions for 2010. The initial prediction of a growth of some 12.7 percent in international arrivals for Southeast Asia has been downgraded to 6.8 percent (compared to 2008).
But there is every chance that the continuing spread of the Type A (H1N1) influenza virus will further undermine the confidence of business and leisure travellers and prompt drastic preventative measures by national governments and other public and private sector organisations that will also hinder cross-border traffic.
PATA remains in close contact with its members, industry stakeholders and authoritative bodies such as the World Health Organization and the UNWTO on this vital issue.
"It is clear that we must now apply the knowledge, expertise and lessons learned from the SARS crisis of 2003 and recent outbreaks of the Avian Influenza A/(H5N1). PATA is ready to work closely with its members and the wider travel and tourism community to ensure that the industry is ready to deal with this latest challenge," says Association CEO Greg Duffell.
July 13, 2009 -- Latest forecasts from PATA for international arrivals to Thailand and the Asia Pacific region contain some very modest grounds for optimism – but the spread of the Type A (H1N1) influenza virus is posing yet another serious threat to the travel and tourism industry.
Updates produced today (Monday July 13th) from PATA’s Strategic Intelligence Centre indicate that Southeast Asia will this year suffer a fall of around four percent in international arrivals compared to 2008. PATA has also revised forecasts for all Asia sub-regions for 2010. The initial prediction of a growth of some 12.7 percent in international arrivals for Southeast Asia has been downgraded to 6.8 percent (compared to 2008).
But there is every chance that the continuing spread of the Type A (H1N1) influenza virus will further undermine the confidence of business and leisure travellers and prompt drastic preventative measures by national governments and other public and private sector organisations that will also hinder cross-border traffic.
PATA remains in close contact with its members, industry stakeholders and authoritative bodies such as the World Health Organization and the UNWTO on this vital issue.
"It is clear that we must now apply the knowledge, expertise and lessons learned from the SARS crisis of 2003 and recent outbreaks of the Avian Influenza A/(H5N1). PATA is ready to work closely with its members and the wider travel and tourism community to ensure that the industry is ready to deal with this latest challenge," says Association CEO Greg Duffell.
Holiday Villa to Open 2 Properties in Asia by end 2009
Holiday Villa Hotels and Resorts (Holiday Villa), part of the listed Advance Synergy in Malaysia, has announced plans to open two properties in Cambodia and China by end of 2009. The two hotels, located in Sihanoukville, Cambodia, and Kaifeng in Henan Province, China, will bring the total room count operated by Holiday Villa to approximately 4,400 keys. In 2009, Holiday Villa has already opened properties in Halong Bay, Vietnam, and Shenzhen, China. Currently, the group operates 16 hotels and resorts across eight countries.
Sabah To Boost Economy by Promoting Tourism
The East Malaysian state of Sabah aims to further promote tourism, one of the three major sectors, which has been recognised to boost economic growth. The authorities hope that more hotels would be built to support tourism development in the state. To date, Malaysia’s Cititel Hotel Management has opened the Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu in the capital of Sabah.
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Harp Soon Builds Resort In Malacca, Malaysia
Harp Soon Builds Resort In Malacca, Malaysia
Harp Soon Construction Berhad has announced its plans to develop an 8.72-acre integrated resort, Bayou Lagoon Park Resort, in Malacca, Malaysia. The resort development is expected to comprise four blocks of serviced apartments, a hotel, a retail centre, a convention hall, a clubhouse and an approximately US$2.28 million water park. The serviced apartments development is expected to have a gross development value of US$71.1 million, and two blocks are scheduled to be completed by early 2012. As a developer with 30 years of experience in residential and commercial projects in the Klang Valley, the mixed-use development is the company's first venture into resort development.
Harp Soon Construction Berhad has announced its plans to develop an 8.72-acre integrated resort, Bayou Lagoon Park Resort, in Malacca, Malaysia. The resort development is expected to comprise four blocks of serviced apartments, a hotel, a retail centre, a convention hall, a clubhouse and an approximately US$2.28 million water park. The serviced apartments development is expected to have a gross development value of US$71.1 million, and two blocks are scheduled to be completed by early 2012. As a developer with 30 years of experience in residential and commercial projects in the Klang Valley, the mixed-use development is the company's first venture into resort development.
Friday, August 14, 2009
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Rise in ASEAN Tourists for Malaysia 2008
Malaysia welcomed a total of 16.6 million international arrivals from the countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 2008, reflecting an increase of 6.5% from 2007. These arrivals made up approximately 75% of the total international arrivals for Malaysia in 2008 and contributed around US$9.4 billion to the economy, recording a 10% increase from 2007. Malaysian tourism authorities have identified the region as a vital source of demand, given its total population of 570 million and the preference for short-haul travelling amidst the current economic conditions.
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Hard Rock Hotel Expanding to M'sia and Asia
Malaysia will welcome its first Hard Rock Hotel, the US$43 million 249-key Hard Rock Hotel Penang, in Batu Ferringgi, Penang by September 2009. In addition, Hard Rock International (Hard Rock) is still looking at opportunities in Kuala Lumpur even though prior deals for two to three properties did not work out. Hard Rock also mentioned that they are interested in Vietnam, Shanghai and Beijing and will be keen on the Thai and Japanese markets gaming be legalised.
Monday, May 25, 2009
KL Convex Clinched 17 more conferences...
Malaysia's Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (the Centre), strategically located in the heart of the capital city, has clinched 17 more conferences for the city in the first four months of 2009. The five international conferences between 2009 and 2014 are expected to attract 5,700 delegates and the seven regional conferences, 3,000 delegates between this year (2009) and 2011. The five national conferences, all in 2009, will see participation from 2,250 delegates. Mr Peter Brokenshire, General Manager of Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre said, "The successful bids are a reflection of international and regional associations and meeting planners' confidence in Malaysia as an attractive destination for business tourism, the country's strong track record and more importantly, they are testimony to Malaysia's excellent value for money proposition. The World Economic Forum ranked Malaysia as the 4th most price competitive country in the world for travel and tourism in 2009, offering excellent price competitiveness with its low comparative hotel and fuel prices, low ticket taxes and airport charges plus a favourable tax regime. Kuala Lumpur was also rated the most price competitive city by Swiss banking giant, UBS in 2008 and the country scored for having the cheapest Big Mac among 34 countries surveyed according to the latest Big Mac index published by The Economist in February 2009.
Friday, May 22, 2009
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Monday, May 18, 2009
So You Want To Be A Hotelier
We often read about the stars and celebrities who live in Beverly Hills just under that “Hollywood” sign. Without actually admitting it there are many of you reading this who believes they live “the Perfect Life” filled with all the glamour, glitz, bright lights and happy endings! So too do many consider the hospitality industry as the most glamorous and fashionable industry to work in! A true statement to make I feel for many reasons but hand in hand with those bright lights of a hospitality career goes one key ingredient for success… Hard Work!
Undoubtedly a fun and adventurous industry which is often compared to the Theatre… After all it is all about putting on the show! Backstage activities I am sure are similar to many of the Back of House antics that occur unknown to our guest who is enjoying the perfect stay! Actors, actresses, managers and line staff alike have all received similar training on delivering that memorable and flawless experience with a smile!
One thing is for sure. There are many stars in the hospitality industry! It takes a special type of talented individual to withstand the many exciting and challenging situations and roles that arise during their stage debut!
The video shown below was made by hoteliers, for hoteliers simply because of the love they have for hotels! This is presented for purposes of humour as is a theatrical performance on Broadway! All that you see before you has been scripted and none of these incidences are true life experiences. I am sure however that you can recollect some similar close encounters during your own auditions! We know you will enjoy!
Source: YoungHotelier.com
Undoubtedly a fun and adventurous industry which is often compared to the Theatre… After all it is all about putting on the show! Backstage activities I am sure are similar to many of the Back of House antics that occur unknown to our guest who is enjoying the perfect stay! Actors, actresses, managers and line staff alike have all received similar training on delivering that memorable and flawless experience with a smile!
One thing is for sure. There are many stars in the hospitality industry! It takes a special type of talented individual to withstand the many exciting and challenging situations and roles that arise during their stage debut!
The video shown below was made by hoteliers, for hoteliers simply because of the love they have for hotels! This is presented for purposes of humour as is a theatrical performance on Broadway! All that you see before you has been scripted and none of these incidences are true life experiences. I am sure however that you can recollect some similar close encounters during your own auditions! We know you will enjoy!
Source: YoungHotelier.com
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Testing Blog
WELCOME!
This is a test compose to my newly formed blog (Sunday, 17 May 2009).
I hope this will be a new channel for me to interact, sharing knowledge and experience with my lovely friends out there... After all, life is all about sharing.
I hope this will be a new channel for me to interact, sharing knowledge and experience with my lovely friends out there... After all, life is all about sharing.
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