Singapore
STB continues focus on MICE, launching SHINE initiative, Singapore Attendance Building Consultants program.
Latest monthly intl arrivals
1,331,599
Apr 2026
Recovery vs 2019
83%
Apr 2019: 1,596,724
YTD Intl Arrivals
16,594,342
No 2024 data
Percent of 2024 Target
101%
of 17M target
Source: Intl arrivals - Singapore Tourism Analytics Network. Page last updated: 2 Aug 2026.
Latest Travel Industry News
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31-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundDuring the Singapore MICE Forum, a number of initiatives were launched: The Singapore Attendance Building Consultants (ABC) programme to support the MICE industry. It will connect organisers with in-market specialists, starting with 5 partners in China, and then expand globally The Singapore Hotels Incentives for Business Events (SHINE) initiative, with 22 business-focused hotels offering preferential rates, perks and local experiences to encourage longer stays The MICE Industry Development Plan, created by STB and Infocomm Media Development Authority, was also highlighted. This provides guidance on implementing AI tools and customer engagement platforms. Resorts World Sentosa reported that it had seen a 36% increase in sales conversion rates and tripling of overseas MICE business after implementing an integrated CRM platformSource: traveldailymedia.com/gan-singapore-rolls-out-trade-event-perks-as-conference-revenue-hits-record-s2-3b/
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31-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundSustainability “remains an important competitive advantage” for MICE in Singapore, the Minister of State for Trade and Industry and Foreign Affairs has stated. More than 80% of Singapore Association of Convention and Exhibition Organisers and Suppliers (SACEOS) members are now certified for sustainability. The Singapore Tourism Board and SACEOS will launch a new phase of the MICE Sustainability Roadmap, which will expand the scope from one pillar to three, with the environmental pillar including a MICE Decarbonisation Framework by 2028 for purpose-built venues, tracking of waste and carbon emissions and the aim for net-zero by 2050. It will add social sustainability, with a partnership framework targeted to be launched in 2027 and a MICE Industry Social Impact Playbook by 2028. The economic pillar will look at the business case for sustainability adoption, with a study in 2028Source: meetings-conventions-asia.com/News/Destinations/Singapore-broadens-MICE-sustainability-agenda-with-Roadmap-2-0
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31-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundThe Singapore Association of Convention and Exhibition Organisers and Suppliers (SACEOS) reported that almost 75% of meeting professionals rely on software to run their meetings, whilst 87% of exhibition companies reported using AI in 2025, noting that “technology has moved from a competitive advantage to a baseline expectation”Source: meetings-conventions-asia.com/News/Destinations/Singapore-broadens-MICE-sustainability-agenda-with-Roadmap-2-0
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30-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundBooking.com released its first Travel Happiness Index surveying 10,000 travellers across 10 Asia Pacific markets. The survey found: Travel helps 84% of APAC travellers to reset mentally and emotionally 9 in 10 travellers would rather adjust their plans than cancel a trip when disruptions occur 73% prioritise local food and meaningful experiences when planning a trip 98% of respondents associate travel with some form of positive feeling 86% say having a trip to look forward to improves their mood, and 73% say anticipation helps them manage daily life pressures 60% of APAC travellers say they enjoy researching and organising their trips 29% say trips can leave them feeling tired, 20% feel pressure to make the most of their time away, 19% report uncertainty during travel, and 17% experience anxiety 35% cite appreciating natural scenery as a contributor to travel satisfaction, 28% cite quality time with companions, and 26% cite good food and drinks Family holidays were identified as the most enjoyable type of trip by 59% of respondents 67% are prepared to select travel dates or destinations based on available deals, and 62% would extend their stay to make more time for rest and exploration 35% chose non-traditional accommodation (holiday homes, apartments) due to better value, and 29% for a more authentic, locally connected experience Extreme weather was a trip-planning concern for 35% of travellers, health/hygiene risks and crime for 34%, and inflation and political instability for 30% each 46% say they feel more confident about affording travel than before 90% say they'd adapt arrangements rather than cancel when disruption occurs; 27% would choose a similar alternative destination, 18% would postpone, and 17% would change timing or duration 84% say digital tools make booking and organisation easier, 72% say technology makes it easier to compare options, and 68% say digital tools encourage discovery of new destinations 88% feel more comfortable booking through a platform they consider reliableSource: traveldailynews.asia/statistics-trends/apac-travellers-keep-travel-plans-despite-uncertainty/
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30-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundYishun has introduced 2 new heritage trails, called the Rockets and Reservoirs route. The self-guided tour will cover 17 landmarks, with 8 information markers along the waySource: straitstimes.com/singapore/refreshed-heritage-trail-in-yishun-offers-two-routes-for-exploration
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30-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundThe Minister of State for Trade and Industry at the Singapore MICE Forum called for a strengthening of the talent pipeline in the business industry, noting that the Singapore Association of Convention and Exhibition Organisers and Suppliers (SACEOS) trained 600 professionals through certification programs in 2025. An RFP for the development of a downtown MICE hub in Singapore is expected to be launched in 2027. The Singapore Tourism Board and SACEOS will launch a new phase of the MICE Sustainability RoadmapSource: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/tourism-conferences-exhibitions-talent-6287786
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29-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundThe Travel Agents and Tourist Guides Industry Forum (TATGIF) was held on 23 Jul at Marina Bay Sands, organised by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB). The forum focused on the theme "Innovation for Impact" and introduced initiatives to help travel agents adopt AI, while encouraging more diverse and specialised tour guides. Through its Future of Guiding 2.0 vision, STB plans to attract professionals from various fields, including biology, architecture, performing arts and healthcare, to enable visitors to experience Singapore from a different perspective. STB said travel agencies that use travel management systems (TMS) have recorded an average time saving of 60%, but more than half of the industry has yet to adopt one. Eligible SME travel agencies can receive 50% funding support for TMS adoption between Aug 2026 and Jul 2027Source: travelweekly-asia.com/Travel-News/Trade-Shows-and-Events/From-CEOs-to-scientists-Meet-Singapores-new-breed-of-tour-guides
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29-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundThe 5th Cvent Accelerate Singapore will be held on 6 Aug at Fairmont Singapore. The event focuses on AI innovation in venue discovery, ROI measurement, strategic planning, and sustainable event design. Cvent also demonstrated its CventIQ, its integrated AI tool set designed to support planning, attendee engagement, and post-event analytics to the attendeesSource: ttgmice.com/2026/07/29/cvent-accelerate-singapore-returns-for-fifth-edition/
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28-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundKFC Singapore and Pokemon will partner for the “Ultimate Launch by KFC”, offering exclusive merchandise and themed events from 19 Aug to 29 Sep. During the event period, all 71 KFC outlets will be transformed into PokeStops and Gyms in the Pokemon Go app, allowing players to get exclusive in-game items and battle it out. KFC outlets in Nex, Jem, Kallang, Compass One, and Jurong Point will be decorated with Pokemon-themed decorationsSource: straitstimes.com/singapore/pokemon-and-kfc-team-up-for-exclusive-merchandise-and-events-in-singapore
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28-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundThe Michelin Guide Singapore released its 10th edition of Bib Gourmand selection for 2026, recognising 97 eateries, including 10 new restaurants. Last year’s list featured 89 eateriesSource: cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/dining/michelin-bib-gourmand-2026-singapore-586676
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28-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundSingapore MICE Forum 2026 will be held from 29 to 31 Jul at Resorts World Sentosa, gathering global MICE industry leadersSource: traveldailymedia.com/singapore-mice-forum-poised-to-open-as-business-travellers-outpace-leisure-tourists/
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28-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationSingapore Airlines (SIA) Group announced a net loss of $76 million SGD in Q1 2026, due to high fuel costs linked to the Middle East conflict and a higher share of losses from Air India of $42 million SGD. SIA added operating profit dropped to $106 million SGD from $299 million SGD, due to a $991 million SGD increase in net fuel costs. SIA Group posted a profit of $186 million SGD in 2025, making the Q1 2026 results its first quarterly deficit since the pandemic. SIA Group posted record revenue of $5.71 billion SGD in Q1 2026, +19.3% YoY. SIA Group benefited from "robust demand for air travel" with 10.9 million passengers, +6.3% YoY, and passenger revenue increased to $4.58 billion SGD, +18.6% YoY. The group’s expenditure increased to $5.6 billion, +27.9% YoY, attributed to a significant rise in fuel costSource: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/sia-q1-net-loss-air-india-fuel-costs-6282861
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28-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationSingapore Airlines expanded codeshare partnership with Air India covering flights from Delhi to Bhubaneswar, Jaipur, Male, Singapore, and from Mumbai to Singapore starting late Jul 2026Source: aeroroutes.com/eng/260728-sqaicodeshare
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27-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundThe Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) expects Singapore’s economic growth to remain firm until the end of 2026, supported by the global artificial intelligence boom which helped cushion the higher energy costs attributed to the Middle East conflict and new US import tariffs. The electronics segment recorded strong growth due to AI-driven demand for memory chips and server infrastructureSource: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/economy-ai-oil-prices-middle-east-conflict-trump-tariffs-mas-6279896
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27-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundThe National Parks Board warned a projected super El Nino from Mar to May 2027 could worsen reef bleaching, three years after Singapore’s reefs suffered widespread bleaching. The Meteorological Service Singapore on 29 May predicted the El Nino to become strong during Aug and Sep 2026Source: straitstimes.com/singapore/environment/spore-corals-may-come-under-threat-in-2027-if-el-nino-turns-strong-as-predicted-nparks-monitoring
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27-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationSun PhuQuoc Airways launched its daily flights between Singapore and Phu Quoc island on 26 Jul, operating using A321neo with 236 seatsSource: ttrweekly.com/site/2026/07/sun-phuquoc-shines-in-singapore/
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27-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationThe Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is getting closer to approving a 5-year joint-venture collaboration between All Nippon Airways and Singapore Airlines on passenger services between Australia and Japan, which will allow the airlines to share revenue and coordinate on fares, schedules, inventory, sales, marketing, and customer handling on covered servicesSource: airwaysmag.com/new-post/australia-ana-singapore-airlines-joint-venture-draft-approval
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27-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationSingapore Airlines will add 1,300 extra seats for its Adelaide flights from 25 Oct, with 12X weekly flightsSource: cimbusinessevents.com.au/singapore-airlines-to-adds-extra-seats-to-adelaide-flights/
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27-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationAir Canada will expand codeshare agreements with Singapore Airlines for its Delhi, Kochi, and Mumbai flights, as well as Scoot’s flight to Thiruvananthapuram from Singapore, starting 5 AugSource: aeroroutes.com/eng/260727-acsqcodeshare
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27-Jul-2026 🌏 outboundThe Israel Ministry of Tourism (IMOT) organised a fam trip for tour agents from the Philippines and Singapore for 7 days. The Philippines has become one of Israel’s fastest-growing markets in Asia, alongside India, China, and South KoreaSource: manilatimes.net/2026/07/27/expats-diplomats/israel-welcomes-ph-singapore-travel-agents/2391589/amp
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26-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationChief Commercial Officer of Scoot said Malaysia is an important market for the airline, with 130 weekly flights to 12 destinations, making Scoot the foreign airline serving the highest number of destinations in Malaysia. By the end of Jun 2026, Scoot operated flights to 85 destinations in 18 countries and regions. The airline operates over 60 aircraft, comprising 24 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, 30 Airbus A320 family aircraft and nine Embraer E190-E2 jets. For the 2025/2026 financial year ended in 31 Mar 2026, Scoot flew over 2.2 million passengers to and from Malaysian destinations, +14% YoYSource: nst.com.my/business/corporate/2026/07/1497322/malaysia-remains-scoots-key-market-robust-travel-demand-chief
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26-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationOver 20 flights between Singapore and Hong Kong and southern Chinese destinations were cancelled due to Typhoon Noul. On 26 Jul, 13 Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines (SIA) flights between Singapore and Hong Kong were cancelled based on Changi Airport’s flight information page. A total of 8 flights between Shenzhen and Singapore by Shenzhen Airlines, China Southern Airlines, and SIA were cancelled on 26 Jul. Scoot cancelled its Shantou flights on 25 JulSource: straitstimes.com/singapore/more-than-20-weekend-flights-between-spore-and-southern-china-cancelled-amid-typhoon-noul
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24-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundThe Henley Passport Index 2026 ranked Singapore's passport as the most powerful in the world, with visa-free or visa-on-arrival entries to 192 destinationsSource: malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/07/24/malaysian-passport-ranks-worlds-seventh-most-powerful-ahead-of-us-says-index/228762
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24-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundThe Glow Festival by Prudential was held from 10-19 Jul at the Palawan Green Festival Grounds in Sentosa, recording 100,000 visitors. The event offered over 70 wellness sessions across 8 immersive zones with a 3-night concert series. During the event, Exceed Sports & Entertainment, Prudential Singapore, Sentosa Development Corporation and the Singapore Tourism Board signed a strategic partnership to position Glow as a long-term global wellness eventSource: bandwagon.asia/articles/jason-derulo-hyukoh-alessia-cara-more-light-up-glow-festival-s-biggest-edition-yet-festival-report
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24-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundThe US will impose a 12.5% tariff on Singapore exports from 24 Jul, which is expected to affect 1/3rd of Singapore’s domestic shipments to the US according to the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI). Singapore was one of the 54 countries the US Trade Representative (USTR) imposed the tariff on for the "failure to impose and effectively enforce a forced labour import prohibition"Source: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/us-tariffs-singapore-trade-mti-forced-labour-6275051
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24-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundSingapore Oceanarium launched a new programme called "Ocean In Focus: Apex Predators" on 14 Jul – coinciding with World Shark Awareness Day – offering visitors a chance to learn about sharks and get a behind-the-scenes look at shark feeding, as well as the handling of shark specimens and shark eggs. Participants will also receive an exclusive Dunkleosteus plush keychainSource: cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/travel/singapore-oceanarium-shark-feeding-behind-scenes-586356
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24-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundAgoda’s accommodation searches between 1 Jan and 15 Apr 2026 show that the accommodation type filters accounted for 19% of all filter use in India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam markets. Free cancellation and pay-at-hotel options were also listed in the top 10 most-used search filters, showing a growing demand for flexibility and control over travel plans. The data also shows people are filtering based on bed types, parking facilities, and proximity to public transport. Agoda noted the findings show the importance of accommodation providers to clearly list the property information, amenities, and booking policiesSource: ttgasia.com/2026/07/24/flexible-booking-emerges-as-a-priority-for-asian-travellers/
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24-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationThe Singapore Tourism Board (STB) signed a strategic partnership with TransNusa to strengthen air connectivity between Indonesia and Singapore. This agreement will leverage TransNusa’s domestic network and operational hubs in Jakarta, Bali, and Manado to attract travellers beyond Indonesia’s major cities. Currently, TransNusa operates 3X daily flights from Jakarta and 2X daily flights from Denpasar to Singapore. Under the one-year partnership, they will offer promotional fares and fly-cruise packages developed with StarCruises, combining a short stay in Singapore before passengers embark on a regional cruiseSource: ttgasia.com/2026/07/24/singapore-tourism-board-teams-up-with-transnusa-to-grow-indonesian-traffic/
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24-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationChangi Airport’s passenger movements in Q2 2026 dropped to 17.2 million, -1.5% YoY. Overall, the passenger traffic for H1 2026 has increased by 0.4% YoY to 34.8 million. In Q2 2026, passenger traffic for the Southeast Asia region dropped by 5%, while traffic to/from Europe increased by 8.7% YoY, Southwest Pacific increased by 3% YoY, and Northeast Asia increased by 5.1% YoY. The fastest growth was recorded by Vietnam with an 18.5% YoY increase, followed by China (+8.3% YoY) and Japan (+7% YoY). The busiest routes were Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Bangkok, Denpasar, and Tokyo. Aircraft movements dropped to 92,400 in Q2 2026, -1.3% YoY and reached 188,000 in H1 2026, remaining unchanged. Cargo movement increased to 567,000 tonnes, +9.8% YoYSource: straitstimes.com/singapore/changi-airport-passenger-traffic-on-s-e-asia-routes-dips-5-in-q2-amid-spike-in-jet-fuel-price
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23-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundThe National Private Hire Vehicles Association (NPHVA) announced CDG Zig, Grab, Gojek, and Tada will continue to impose their respective driver fees until 30 Sep, to help the drivers manage higher operating costsSource: straitstimes.com/singapore/comfortdelgro-grab-gojek-tada-to-retain-additional-driver-fee-for-rides-till-sept-30
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23-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundData from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) shows Singapore’s core inflation increased to 1.6% YoY in Jun 2026, vs 1.4% in May 2026. Core prices excluding accommodation and private transport increased by 0.1% MoM in Jun 2026. Overall inflation increased to 1.9% in Jun 2026 from 1.8% in May 2026Source: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/core-inflation-june-2026-mas-mti-6272626
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23-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundMarina Bay Sands (MBS) posted EBITDA of $689 million USD for Q2 2026, -10.3% YoY. Despite this, the CEO of Las Vegas Sands (LVS) described it as an "incredibly powerful quarter" for MBS. MBS' net revenue dropped to $1.38 billion USD, -0.6% YoY. Casino revenue fell to $1 billion USD in Q2 2026, -4.1% YoY, while resort revenue, including rooms, increased to $151 million USD, +12.7%; F&B revenue rose to $98 million USD, +16.7%; mall revenue increased to $67 million USD, +8.1%; and convention, retail and other revenue remained unchanged YoY at $40 million USD. Hotel occupancy increased to 95.6%, the average daily room rate rose to $982 USD, +10.6% YoY, while revenue per available room increased to $939 USD, +11.3% YoYSource: businesstimes.com.sg/companies-markets/mbs-profit-falls-10-3-us689-million-q2-remains-bright-spot-las-vegas-sands
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23-Jul-2026 🌏 outboundWestern Australia welcomed 126,000 Singaporean visitors for self-drive holidays and to visit friends and relatives in the Apr 2025-Mar 2026 period, making Singapore the second largest source market out of its total 1.1 million international arrivals. Singapore is also the 5th largest investment source into Western Australia, with bilateral trade valued at $7.8 billion USDSource: ttgasia.com/2026/07/23/western-australia-strengthens-trade-and-tourism-ties-with-singapore/
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23-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundMarina Bay Sands will allocate $1.1 million USD for the next three years to the Mandai Wildlife Centre, dedicated to the rehabilitation of rescued native wildlife. Mandai Nature operates the centre, located within Rainforest Wild Adventure East. Marina Bay Sands is actively taking part in responsible sourcing and habitat-sensitive practices, in collaboration with the World Wide Fund for Nature Singapore and Hutan in Malaysian BorneoSource: traveldailymedia.com/marina-bay-sands-funds-mandai-wildlife-centre/
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22-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundA Cushman & Wakefield report showed that Singapore-wide hotel occupancy remains 6.5 percentage points below pre-pandemic levels, but occupancy at economy hotels is nearing pre-pandemic levels. Luxury hotels' RevPAR is down 1.2% YTD, outperforming the broader market, which recorded a 2.3% decline. Events such as the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix in Oct and the BTS concert are expected to boost tourism demand. Hotel room supply is expected to grow by 1.5% annually between 2026 and 2030, with the majority of new hotels in 2026 expected to be in the mid-tier and economy segments. Upcoming hotels in 2026 in Singapore include the 502-room Handwritten Collection Hotel on Waterloo Street, which opened in Q1 2026, and the 382-room Coliwoo Resort ChangiSource: sbr.com.sg/hotels-tourism/news/budget-hotels-near-recovery-wider-market-lags
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22-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundThe first and major hotel in the Jurong Lake District (JLD), Four Points by Sheraton Singapore, has been launched. The hotel was rebranded from the previous Genting Hotel Jurong and will feature 557 rooms, as well as MICE facilitiesSource: theedgesingapore.com/cityandcountry/hospitality/former-genting-hotel-jurong-reopens-557-room-four-points-sheraton
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22-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationThe Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) is looking to expand its air traffic control workforce by 40% to 700 from 400 by the mid-2030s, to meet the demand for air travel and the expected opening of Changi Airport Terminal 5. CAAS will spend $4 billion SGD to upgrade Singapore’s air navigation services in the next 15 years, including $500 million SGD for expanding the air traffic control workforce by 200 officers and other manpower initiatives. The remaining $3.2 billion SGD will be spent to upgrade systems and infrastructure, and S$300 million SGD will be allocated to develop new technology and concepts of operation to augment the air traffic control workforce, mitigate the impact of adverse weather and optimise regional air traffic flows. CAAS will offer a $20,000 SGD sign-on bonus for all new air traffic control officer recruits, starting from 1 Jun. CAAS manages over 2,000 flights daily, including 1,000 flying in and out of Changi Airport. CAAS pointed out that the air passenger volume is expected to increase by 3X in the next 25 years, with the Asia Pacific region accounting for 50% of the growthSource: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/air-traffic-controllers-bonus-changi-airport-jobs-6270071
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21-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationSingapore Airlines (SIA) Group is considering requests to allocate additional funds to Air India, after the airline recorded a $945.2 million SGD share of losses for the 2025/2026 financial year. SIA Group has a 25.1% stake in Air India, which has dropped to $1.13 billion SGD as of 31 Mar 2026, vs $2.02 billion SGD in 2025. SIA added that Air India continues to face high fuel prices, a weaker Indian currency against USD, supply-chain disruptions, Pakistan airspace closures for Indian carriers, and an accident involving its aircraftSource: sbr.com.sg/aviation/news/sia-open-more-air-india-funding-despite-945m-loss-share
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20-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundSingapore’s business events sector recorded strong attendance in 2026.Source: cimbusinessevents.com.au/singapores-business-events-remain-strong-as-overall-visitation-facing-headwinds/
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17-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundSingapore Night Festival will be held from 21 Aug to 5 Sep, featuring various programs inspired by myths, legends and folklore from Singapore and Southeast Asia. As part of the event, there will be immersive installations, projection mapping, performances and interactive experiences in the Bras Basah.Bugis precinct. The 17th edition of the festival will introduce a new Museum Zone centred on the National Museum of Singapore and the Children’s Museum Singapore. There will be 3 returning festival zones across Funan, CHIJMES, Cathay Green, Waterloo Centre, Bras Basah Complex, and Stamford Arts CentreSource: ttgasia.com/2026/07/17/singapore-night-festival-returns-with-myths-and-legends-theme/
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17-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundSingapore Tourism Board and Traveloka signed an MoU to promote Singapore as a preferred destination for Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam and Australia. Under the partnership, they will carry out joint marketing efforts in the markets. Malaysia remains the top visitor market to Singapore with 1.3 million Malaysians visiting Singapore in 2025. Traveloka reported almost 2X YoY booking volume from Malaysians to SingaporeSource: ttgasia.com/2026/07/17/singapore-tourism-board-traveloka-to-boost-visitor-arrivals-from-five-markets/
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17-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundSenior Minister Lee Hsien Loong is on his official visit to Brunei from 14-17 Jul, and held discussions with Brunei leaders to explore collaboration in energy and food security, supply chain resilience, and people-to-people exchangesSource: straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/singapore-brunei-reaffirm-commitment-to-strengthening-bilateral-ties-during-sm-lees-visit
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17-Jul-2026 🌏 outboundSri Lanka took part in the International Luxury Travel Market Asia Pacific 2026 at Marina Bay Sands, highlighting various tourism experiences such as wildlife tourism, wellness and Ayurveda, cultural heritage, luxury accommodation, adventure tourism, and bespoke travel programsSource: traveldailynews.asia/fairs-exhibitions/sri-lanka-targets-luxury-travellers-in-singapore/
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17-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundAccording to the President of the Society of Tourist Guides Singapore, only around half of the 4,000 licensed tourist guides in Singapore receive regular assignments, due to the growing number of FITs, who plan trips using recommendations from TikTok and RedNote, as well as AI-generated itineraries. He added that the society received feedback from members indicating that guides saw assignments decline in May and Jun 2026 compared to the Jan-Apr 2026 period. He cited an English-speaking tourist guide who recorded a 40% drop in May 2026 and a 70% drop in Jun 2026, while a Mandarin-speaking guide recorded a 50% drop in May 2026 and an 80% drop in Jun 2026. He also noted that Mandarin-speaking guides are more heavily affected. He said that "because traditional package tours are on the decline, many of them do not have enough jobs to go around", and are resorting to social media platforms to market themselves. Economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions and weaker demand for traditional package tours have also contributed to the drop in assignmentsSource: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/tourist-guides-adapt-artificial-intelligence-social-media-6260336
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17-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationSingapore Airlines will maintain its planned overall increase from 7X to 14X weekly flights from 25 Oct 26 on its Singapore-London Gatwick route. Singapore Airlines will reduce:Source: aeroroutes.com/eng/260717-sq1q27lgw
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17-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundThe first resort-style co-living hotel in Singapore, Coliwoo Resort Changi, is set to open at the end of Jul. The 380-room hotel was redeveloped from a former state-owned holiday chalet near Changi Airport. The resort has incorporated sustainability measures such as solar power, rainwater harvesting, food composting, EV charging facilities, energy-efficient lighting, WELS-certified sanitary fittings, ceiling fans to reduce air conditioning use, and natural ventilation in the cafeteria. They also reused the timber from the original site for furniture and architectural structuresSource: travelweekly-asia.com/Travel-News/Resorts/Singapore-gets-its-first-resort-style-co-living-hotel
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16-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundThe Singapore Business Federation (SBF), Restaurant Association of Singapore, and Singapore Retailers Association commissioned a study on the potential impact of the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link. The study surveyed 1,700 Singapore consumers and 400 Johor Bahru consumers. The study found that Singaporeans are projected to spend $1.05 billion SGD more annually in Johor Bahru once the RTS Link opens in Johor Bahru. It also found that Johor Bahru residents are expected to spend $756 SGD more annually in Singapore. The study shows that outbound trips by Singaporeans to Johor Bahru are expected to increase by 51% or 11.2 million, while trips from Johor Bahru to Singapore are expected to increase by 3.3 million. The top spending categories for Singaporean visitors are expected to be groceries, drug stores, dining, and beauty services. While Johor Bahru residents expressed more interest in visiting Singapore for premium retail, entertainment and major lifestyle events. 34% of Johor Bahru residents intend to visit Singapore for events after the RTS Link is launched, an increase from 24%. Based on the study, the industry groups identified several priority areas, including boosting local spending through consumption vouchers and support for retail and F&B offerings; increasing tourist spending by encouraging longer stays, more exploration and higher spending; and supporting business adaptation by addressing cost pressures and encouraging new operating and business modelsSource: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/singapore-spend-more-jb-rts-link-opens-6257241
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16-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundWyndham Hotels & Resorts has soft-opened the Days Inn by Wyndham Singapore Novena, its 3rd Singaporean property, ahead of the official launch in Aug. The hotel was previously known as Value Hotel Thomson before the renovation and rebrandingSource: ttgasia.com/2026/07/16/wyndham-opens-third-hotel-in-singapore-looks-for-more/
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16-Jul-2026 🌏 outboundPopular Chinese movie “Dear You” detailing the migration of Teochew people from China to Southeast Asia in the 1940s has been well received at the box office and sparked interest in heritage tours to China. Tour operators in Singapore reported at least a 15% increase in enquiries for trips to selected Chinese cities since the screening in Singapore. China Express Travel reported they received a 30% increase in enquiries for tours to the Chaoshan region, Eastern Guangdong, the film location, and added a 6-day tour to Chaoshan next month that is already fully booked. The tour includes visiting filming locations of Dear You and experiencing authentic Chaoshan culture. EU Holidays also reported a 15% to 20% increase in enquiries for Chaoshan and other cultural itineraries in southern ChinaSource: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/dear-you-movie-china-travel-tour-agencies-6258326
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16-Jul-2026 🌏 outboundAustralia welcomed 48,510 Singaporeans in May 2026, +13% YoY and +17% vs pre-pandemic levelsSource: ttrweekly.com/site/2026/07/australias-core-tourism-markets-return-to-pre-covid-levels/
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15-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundNational Gallery Singapore will host the “Pop After Pop: Art Around Us” exhibition from 11 Dec 2026 to 4 Apr 2027, the largest pop art exhibition in Southeast Asia. The event features over 200 artworks by 100 artists, as well as exploring the origins of the pop art movement and its impact on Southeast Asian artistsSource: cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/living/pop-after-pop-art-around-us-national-gallery-singapore-guggenheim-585991
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15-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundSingapore recorded $8.6 billion SGD in tourism receipts in Q1 2026, +5.8% YoY and -1.1% QoQ. International arrivals increased to 4.4 million in Q1 2026, +2.9% YoY. Expenditure on sightseeing, entertainment and gaming (SEG) reached $2 billion SGD, +22.8% YoY; followed by shopping, where tourism receipts reached $1.4 billion SGD, +7% YoY; spending on airfares on Singapore-based carriers, port taxes, local transportation, business, medical, education and transit visitors increased to $2.5 billion, +1.3% YoY; F&B dropped to $1.2 billion SGD, -1.9% YoY; and accommodation slightly dropped to $1.4 billion SGD, -0.2% YoY. The top markets in Q1 2026 are: China with $1.3 billion SGD in tourism receipts, excluding the SEG segment, with 913,407 visitors, +9.9% YoY Indonesia, $719.7 million SGD, -0.5% YoY, with 626,225 visitors, -2.2% YoY Australia, $533.3 million SGD, +1.2% YoY, with 311,886 visitors, +1.2% YoY US, $465.7 million SGD, -3.2% YoY, with 206,543 visitors, +0.7% YoY India, $374.1 million SGD, +7.5% YoY, 247,381 visitors, -5.4% YoYSource: businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/singapore-tourism-receipts-climb-5-8-s8-6-billion-q1-amid-quality-tourism-push
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15-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationSingapore Airlines (SIA) and Scoot carried 3.7 million passengers in Jun 2026, +6.3% YoY. SIA Group’s passenger traffic increased by 4.1% YoY, supported by robust demand for air travel. Passenger capacity grew 6% YoY, with a passenger load factor (PLF) of 87.1%. SIA posted an 86.4% PLF, while Scoot posted 89.5%. SIA Group’s cargo carriage increased by 8.5%, with a 5.1% YoY increase for overall cargo loads, despite a 2.3% drop in cargo capacity. The group’s cargo load factor increased to 60.6%, +4.2% ppSource: businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/sia-groups-june-passenger-traffic-rises-4-1-robust-travel-demand
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15-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationSingapore Airlines has cancelled its flights between Singapore and Dubai until 24 Oct, while Scoot cancelled its flights to Jeddah until 27 Jul, following the escalation of the Middle East conflict. SIA added that other flights might be affected as well, as the situation in the Middle East “remains fluid”Source: straitstimes.com/singapore/sia-scoot-cancel-flights-to-the-middle-east-as-conflict-escalates
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15-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationChangi Airport Group (CAG) stated the construction of a new 6-storey office building with a revamped coach station at Terminal 3 is expected to be completed by the end of 2028. The building is aimed at airlines, airport partners, and businesses who are looking to set up offices near the airportSource: straitstimes.com/singapore/transport/new-office-building-at-changi-airport-t3-with-revamped-coach-station-to-be-completed-by-2028
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15-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationExecutive Vice-President for Air Hub and Cargo Development at Changi Airport Group (CAG) said the airport is looking to launch direct flights to new destinations such as Banda Aceh and Banjarmasin in Indonesia, Hai Phong and Da Lat in Vietnam, Almaty in Kazakhstan, Tashkent in Uzbekistan, Urumqi and Hohhot in China, as well as Lucknow and Jaipur in India. Currently, 85% of Changi Airport’s destinations are in the Asia Pacific region. He said the airport is looking to “cultivate relationships” with Central and Eastern Europe, where there are currently no direct flights between Singapore and the regions. The airport is also looking to increase flight frequencies to existing destinations, including Nadi in Fiji (currently 2X weekly), Paro in Bhutan (3X weekly), and Noumea in New Caledonia (2X to 3X weekly). He also noted “more muted” passenger traffic for the airport in Apr and Jun 2026 due to the Middle East conflict. In Q1 2026, Changi Airport recorded 17.6 million passengers, +2.3% YoY. In Apr, the airport recorded 5.73 million passengers (-0.9% YoY), followed by 5.68 million passengers in May (-2.4% YoY). He added it is difficult for airports or governments to cover the high fuel costs, but they are working with airlines to reduce operational costs through other means, such as shortening aircraft turnaround times. Over 50% of transit passengers at Changi Airport stop over for at least 3 hours. The airport has increased its free city tours to 7 daily for travellers with at least 5.5 hours of layover time, and added Sentosa, the Singapore River, and Marina Bay. He added that as more economic centres are opening in Africa, there will be a need for greater flight connectivity to the region beyond the mid-2030s. He also believes that the airport should prioritise direct flights to more US cities such as Boston and Chicago, as well as Toronto in Canada and cities in South AmericaSource: straitstimes.com/singapore/transport/more-flights-ahead-changi-airport-to-plug-gaps-in-flight-network-in-asia-and-beyond
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14-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundThe Singaporean President and the Malaysian Prime Minister discussed issues such as food security and energy during the Singaporean President’s visit to Malaysia. The President also met the King during his visit. The President met with the Selangor Sultan and Chief Minister and discussed collaboration, including technical and vocational education, climate adaptation and flood mitigation, and the growth of start-upsSource: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/singapore-malaysia-tharman-anwar-meeting-cooperation-food-security-energy-6253776
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14-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundThe Ministry of Trade and Industry’s (MTI) advance estimates show Singapore’s economy recorded 5.7% growth in Q2 2026, vs 6.3% growth in Q1 2026. On a QoQ basis, Singapore’s economy recorded 1.1% growth, vs 1.3% growth in Q1 2026Source: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/gdp-singapore-economy-growth-mti-6250876
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13-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundSingapore has an inventory of 74,000 hotel rooms, with an average occupancy rate of 75%-88% from Jan-May 2026. Revenue per available room was $211 SGD in Apr 2026 and $200 in May 2026. Marina Bay Sands recorded a 95.7% occupancy rate, an average daily room rate of $1,006 USD, and RevPAR of $963 USD, +9% YoY in Q1 2026. CapitaLand Ascott Trust recently announced the sale of The Robertson House by The Crest Collection at Unity Street for $360 million SGD or nearly $1.1 million SGD per roomSource: businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/bright-prospects-singapore-tourism-hotel-players-will-need-fight-hard-thrive
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10-Jul-2026 🌏 outboundAgoda and the Taiwan Tourism Administration have launched a tourism campaign for Singaporean travellers from Jul to Dec 2026 using Agoda’s platformSource: traveldailynews.asia/tourism-policy/taiwan-tourism-campaign-targets-asian-source-markets/
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10-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationCirium’s On-Time Performance Monthly Report shows Philippine Airlines was the 6th most on-time airline in the Asia Pacific region for Jun 2026 with a punctuality rate of 86.33%. Scoot recorded 86.98% (3rd place), Singapore Airlines 86.74% (5th), AirAsia Group 84.88% (8th), Garuda Indonesia 84.13% (9th), and Malaysia Airlines 83.19% (10th)Source: philstar.com/business/2026/07/10/2541021/pal-back-among-most-punctual-airlines-asia-pacific
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10-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationChangi Airport will launch a new 2-storey satellite building for planes that stop away from the terminal buildings, allowing passengers to disembark into a sheltered, air-conditioned facility. Passengers would then take a 5-7 minute bus ride to and from the main terminalsSource: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/changi-airport-new-building-remote-flights-aerobridges-ramp-6246036
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9-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundThe Leading Hotels of the World (LHW) organised a property showcase at the ILTM Asia Pacific in Singapore. The Managing Director of APAC sales at LHW said Singapore, Japan, Australia, and India show strong growth potential. LHW is developing a Travel Advisor Experience online portal to allow travel advisors to access information about 450 hotels in the LHW network globally. He added the portal will incorporate AI capabilities that will be built into the platform in the next phaseSource: ttgasia.com/2026/07/09/strong-luxury-travel-appetite-spurs-record-lhw-showcase-at-tradeshow/
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9-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundAgoda’s 2026 Travel Outlook Report shows that 40% of visitors to Singapore return within 2 years, with repeat visitors comprising both business and leisure travellers. The report states this highlights a preference for shorter, experience-focused “micro-trips” lasting 1-3 days. The report also shows that repeat visitors are moving away from iconic landmarks and are increasingly looking for lesser-known attractions such as Fort Canning Park, Punggol Waterway Park, and MacRitchie ReservoirSource: traveldailymedia.com/agoda-reveals-40-of-visitors-return-to-singapore/
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9-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundSenior Minister of State for Transport announced the driver support package, including a new training incentive scheme where drivers will get $20 SGD to attend short-form courses, and the scheme will start in Jan 2027. Participants can choose from 2,000 courses, and the incentives will be capped at 80 hours. The drivers can claim up to $1,600 to offset vehicle rental fees and lost income while they study. Private-hire and cab drivers welcomed this initiative, which will help them to transition to jobs in the driverless vehicle sector, but raised concerns over salaries and loss of flexible working hoursSource: straitstimes.com/singapore/transport/cabbies-and-private-hire-drivers-welcome-support-package-but-salaries-job-flexibility-are-key
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9-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundThe 8th edition of the annual National Day Concert will be held at The Meadow at Gardens by the Bay on 2 Aug. There will be free family-friendly activities before the concerts start from 4.30pm and performances from 7.45pm. Mediacorp is organising the event in partnership with Gardens by the BaySource: cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/national-day-concert-2026-gardens-bay-585731
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9-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundOutdoor sports operators are reviewing their safety procedures, following an incident where a man was killed by lightning on 5 Jul while paddleboarding. There are existing protocols to require activities to be halted at the first sign of dangerous weather. The operators stated Category 1 lightning warnings are a “no-go” sign, and instructors rely heavily on what they see or hear, since the condition at sea can change faster than the official alerts. Kayak operator Fish On is in talks with another operator to improve its protocols, and the founder said they rely on the National Environment Agency's (NEA) lightning alerts and their own observations to determine how close lightning is. Outdoor Adventures CEO said they will increase instructor training on weather awareness and navigating changing sea conditionsSource: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/lightning-pasir-ris-beach-safety-sports-6240441
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9-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundSuper Nintendo World will be a part of Universal Studios Singapore under its expansion plan. The new attraction is expected to open in 2030Source: travelweekly-asia.com/Travel-News/Attractions/Game-on-Super-Nintendo-World-officially-heads-to-Singapore
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9-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationDue to Typhoon Bavi, at least 18 Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Scoot flights between Singapore and Tokyo, Sapporo, Seoul, and Taipei have been affected. SIA announced 4 flights between Singapore and Taipei scheduled on 11 Jul have been cancelled, and two flights on 10 Jul have been rescheduled. Scoot cancelled 12 flights between Singapore and Tokyo, Sapporo, and Seoul on 8 JulSource: straitstimes.com/singapore/18-sia-scoot-flights-to-and-from-spore-affected-as-typhoon-bavi-approaches-taiwan-and-china
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8-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundRedDoorz is looking to list on the Singapore Exchange in 2027, aiming to raise between $50 million and $100 million USD to fund an acquisition across Asia PacificSource: dlr.skift.com/2026/07/08/reddoorz-targets-2027-singapore-exchange-listing/
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8-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundMarina Bay Sands has appointed Angelita Teo, a museum executive, as its Vice President of Attractions on 8 Jul. She will oversee the strategic direction of the ArtScience Museum, Digital Light Canvas by teamLab, the Sampan Rides, and the SkyPark Observation Deck. She previously served as Director of the Olympic Foundation for Culture and Heritage in Switzerland, and was previously active in Singapore’s museum and heritage sectorSource: cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/living/angelita-teo-artscience-museum-mbs-585676
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8-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundTemasek Holdings is looking to increase its Artificial Intelligence-related investments from 6% to 15% by the end of Mar 2031. Temasek called AI a “pivotal phase” which will create new opportunities. Temasek has invested across several AI businesses, including energy & data centres, semiconductors, cloud services providers, foundation models, and AI applications & software infrastructure, as well as major AI technology companiesSource: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/temasek-ai-portfolio-investments-private-credit-infrastructure-6240171
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8-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundThe Chief Sustainability Officer of Temasek Holdings stated the company’s carbon emissions are expected to increase in the near term. Its 2026 sustainability report shows that carbon output has remained at 21 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO₂e) for the past 3 years. She highlighted challenges in reaching the company’s goal to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, such as geopolitical conflict, policy shifts, tighter capital conditions, and rapid technological disruption driven by AI. Temasek previously set an interim goal to reduce portfolio emissions to 11 million tCO₂e by 2030, but it might be difficult to achieve after reducing emissions by 30% since 2019Source: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/temasek-sustainability-report-carbon-emissions-6235126
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8-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationAirBorneo has adjusted its planned start for a daily Kuching-Singapore flight from 27 Jul to 22 Jul using Boeing 737-800 aircraftSource: aeroroutes.com/eng/260708-myjul26sin
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8-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationSingapore Airlines revised its Singapore-Riyadh flight schedule, which will now resume on 1 Dec 2026, with 3X weekly flights using Airbus A350-900 aircraft instead of the 4X weekly flights it had scheduled earlierSource: aeroroutes.com/eng/260708-sqnw26ruh
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8-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviation9air will launch daily flights between Yinchuan, Guangzhou, and Singapore from 10 AugSource: straitstimes.com/singapore/spore-travellers-to-get-direct-access-to-guangzhou-with-low-cost-carrier-9airs-new-daily-flights
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7-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundSingapore will invest $800 million SGD into the transport sector in the next 5 years to strengthen its position as a global transport and logistics hub. The Transport Minister said the investment will be used to transform operations with innovations such as a fully automated depot for more efficient maintenance and repairs of trains, a smart port network, as well as an AI-enabled air traffic management system to increase regional airspace capacity. $540 million will be allocated for autonomous systems and digital twins to improve connectivity. The remaining $260 million will be allocated for research in the land, aviation and maritime sectors. The funding will be allocated under the National Research Foundation’s Research, Innovation and Enterprise (RIE) 2030 planSource: straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/spore-to-invest-800-million-in-transport-research-and-innovation-over-next-five-years
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6-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundTrip.com Singapore General Manager reported hotel bookings on the platform have increased by over 18X for the BTS concert period. Economists are expecting a similar effect as Taylor Swift’s concerts in Mar 2024 to be seen during BTS concerts. DBS Economists estimated that BTS concerts could boost Singapore’s tourism receipts by $200 million USD in Q4 2026, but this is lower than the $300 million to $400 million USD generated during Taylor Swift concerts. Maybank Economist predicts the total economic impact of BTS’ concerts could reach $300 million USD. Senior Vice-President Marketing at Resorts World Sentosa said their BTS concert ticket bundles with Klook have sold out. The bundles combine Hotel Michael and its three attractions, USS, Singapore Oceanarium and Adventure Cove Waterpark. She added that RWS is looking to release exclusive packages for BTS fans soonSource: straitstimes.com/business/bts-are-set-to-bring-festive-year-end-cheer-to-singapores-economy
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6-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundSentosa Development Corporation (SDC) is focusing on the Indian market to attract more travellers. From Apr 2025 to Mar 2026, Indian arrivals to Singapore increased by 8% YoY. SDC’s Divisional Director said that Indian visitors comprise 2 million out of 15 million visitors to Sentosa annuallySource: economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/services/travel/sentosa-eyes-higher-tourist-inflows-from-india-as-arrivals-to-singapore-island-rise-8-in-fy26/articleshow/132215137.cms
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6-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundSingaporean Prime Minister stated Singapore is ready to partner with Indonesia to unlock its renewable energy potential. Danantara signed MoUs with Keppel Electric, Sembcorp Industries, and the Singapore Energy Interconnections during the Indonesia-Singapore Leaders’ Retreat in Jakarta. Under this collaboration, they will negotiate and discuss a roadmap for a Singapore-Indonesia cross-border electricity projectSource: malaymail.com/news/singapore/2026/07/06/singapore-affirms-readiness-to-harness-indonesias-renewable-energy-potential-says-pm-wong/226619
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6-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundIndonesia and Singapore will ensure the Strait of Malacca remains accessible amid fees imposed by Iran for ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz. Data from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) shows 29% of total maritime oil flows crossed through the Strait of Malacca. Singapore and Indonesia remain committed to upholding freedom of navigation and rights of passage under the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)Source: malaymail.com/news/singapore/2026/07/06/singapore-indonesia-say-strait-of-malacca-will-remain-accessible-amid-global-oil-tensions/226617
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6-Jul-2026 🌏 outboundKlook’s APAC travel demand 2026 shows 95% of travellers across Asia Pacific did not cancel or postpone any trips during H1 2026. They surveyed 1,020 consumers across Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan and India. The study found higher fuel prices and broader cost-of-living have influenced travel decisions, but have not significantly reduced demand. The study also found: 63% said travel costs, personal finances or the cost of living will decide their travel plans for the rest of 2026 Rather than reducing spending on activities, 25% of the travellers are cutting costs on flights and accommodations, while 19% are choosing destinations closer to their home country, Only 18% report they have reduced their travel budgets 47% of respondents are looking for discounts, promotional offers and travel bundles, with the highest recorded in the Philippines (59%), Malaysia (55%) and Indonesia (55%) 42% are booking earlier for better prices, especially in Vietnam (52%) and Indonesia (51%) 72% of respondents remain as confident or more confident about travelling in H2 2026 as they were at the beginning of 2026 23% of respondents will decide on a specific activity before selecting their travel destination 94% of respondents have used or are willing to use AI for travel planning, 57% have already used AI tools to find destinations or experiences, of which 36% proceeded to make a booking The top trusted source of information is customer reviews 58%, followed by recommendations from friends and family (49%), content creators (35%) and AI-generated suggestions (33%) 73% of travellers want to visit a secondary city to experience a local event, festival, or unique experience, with strong interest recorded in Thailand (86%), Vietnam (80%) and Malaysia (79%) 77% of travellers included a side trip of a lesser-known destination during their most recent holiday, and 34% said the detour was the most memorable part of their journey 63% of respondents said overcrowding at popular destinations increased their interest in exploring less-visited locations, with 20% actively avoiding tourism hotspots Klook data shows for Asia Pacific, the top destinations in Asia are Guangzhou, Beijing, Hanoi, HCMC, Danang, Busan, Sokcho, Jeonju. The top destinations for Europe are Italy, Switzerland and Germany, with an increase in interest in destinations such as Siena, Positano, Alpnach, Stadt Wehlen and PogteiSource: traveldailynews.asia/statistics-trends/klook-apac-travellers-prioritise-experiences-despite-higher-travel-costs/
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6-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationSingapore Prime Minister expressed support for more direct flights to Indonesia during a joint press statement with the Indonesian President in Jakarta on 6 JulSource: en.antaranews.com/news/421711/singapore-pushes-more-direct-flights-to-indonesia
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3-Jul-2026 🛬 inboundThe Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) has introduced the Greater Sentosa Master Plan covering 500ha Sentosa and 120ha Brani islands, offering new spaces for hotels, attractions, and lifestyle experiences. The attractions will be introduced in stages from the 2030s and are expected to be completed in 2045. Among the projects planned are: Imbiah Lookout Walk, linking Sensoryscape to Imbiah Lookout and surrounding trails and slated for completion in the early 2030s; Imbiah Canopy on Mount Imbiah with an experiential dining concept, as well as cafes, hotels, and boutique restaurants in the heritage buildings located in the Imbiah Canopy Plaza below; Island Heart Transport Hub, connecting the mainland, Brani, and Sentosa, including a new people-mover system to replace the 2.1km Sentosa Express Monorail; Brani West attractions; Sensorium complex in Siloso Beach; Upgrades to the beachfront and islets along Sentosa island beachesSource: straitstimes.com/singapore/what-new-attractions-await-visitors-when-greater-sentosa-takes-shape
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3-Jul-2026 👨✈️ aviationThe Transport Safety Investigation Bureau (TSIB) published reports in Jun 2026, detailing two separate turbulence incidents on Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Scoot flights in Jun 2025. SIA flight encountered turbulence while descending towards Shanghai Pudong International Airport on 27 Jun 2025, causing serious injuries to one cabin crew member and minor injuries to 5 others. A Scoot flight to Guangzhou on 10 Jun 2025 experienced turbulence over the HCMC flight information region in Vietnam, causing serious injuries to one cabin crew member and minor injuries to another crew memberSource: straitstimes.com/singapore/transport/turbulence-incidents-on-sia-scoot-flights-in-june-2025-resulted-in-injuries-to-crew
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