Omio Gets $10M to Fix Japan and Southeast Asia’s Fragmented Travel Booking
Omio has secured a $10 million investment from Granite-Integral to accelerate expansion in Japan and strengthen its Southeast Asia presence.
#asia travel
Travel news, destination insight, and practical guides related to asia travel.
Related Posts
Featured tagged stories
China Launches Its First Cruise-to-Nowhere From Shanghai
China has launched its first cruise-to-nowhere voyage from Shanghai, turning Adora Magic City into the destination for a short high-seas escape.
Ant International’s Alipay+ Enables Mobile Payments for Global Travellers in Latin America
Connects a potential market of 2 billion e-wallet users from 50 e-wallets and banks, plus over 10 national QR schemes Helps local businesses capture inbound tourism…
Fairfield by Marriott Reaches 100 Hotels in Greater China With New Chongqing Opening
Fairfield by Marriott has reached 100 hotels in Greater China with the opening of a new property in Chongqing, highlighting the brand’s rapid rise in one…
China Eastern Airlines Launches First Direct Route Linking Vienna with Northwest China
China Eastern Airlines has launched a new nonstop route between Vienna and Xi’an, creating the first direct air link between Austria and northwest China.
Japan Raises Hotel Taxes as Overtourism Costs Start Reaching the Visitor Bill
Japan is adding and expanding local lodging taxes in 2026 as more destinations try to manage overtourism and fund infrastructure. The amounts are often modest outside…
Alaska Airlines unveils its first-ever International Business Class Suites experience, setting a new standard for long-haul travel
Alaska Airlines unveils its first international Business Class suites as it expands long-haul service to Europe and Asia.
Eurovision Asia Could Turn Bangkok Into the Region’s Next Major Event-Travel Hub
Eurovision Song Contest Asia is set to debut in Bangkok on November 14, 2026, with 10 countries already confirmed. For travel, the bigger story may be…
Air China Restarts Beijing-Pyongyang Flights as North Korea Gradually Reopens
Air China has resumed direct service between Beijing and Pyongyang, restoring another transport link that had been suspended since 2020. The move points to a gradual…
Middle East Conflict Threatens Thailand’s Tourism Recovery
Thailand’s tourism sector is facing new uncertainty as the Middle East conflict disrupts long-haul flights and threatens to reduce international arrivals.
Japan’s 2026 Cherry Blossom Season Is Expected to Start Early
Japan’s 2026 cherry blossom season is expected to begin earlier than usual, with first blooms forecast in mid-March in parts of western and central Japan. Warmer…
Lufthansa Redirects Flights to Asia as Middle East Conflict Disrupts Air Travel
Lufthansa is shifting capacity from canceled Middle East routes to Asia as geopolitical tensions reshape global air travel demand.
Global Hotel Alliance Expands Into Japan With Tokyu Hotels Partnership
Global Hotel Alliance is expanding in Japan through a new partnership with Tokyu Hotels & Resorts, adding more than 40 properties to the GHA DISCOVERY loyalty…