by editorial office, bw

Taiwan Tourism Bureau welcomed its first millionth visitor to Taiwan at Taoyuan International Airport Terminal 2. The lucky visitor arrived from Malaysia, and is in Taiwan on incentive tour with her company Cheerful Marketing. Here on a seven-day tour, she arrives in Taiwan during the Tung Blossoms season, and in order to promote Taiwan Hakka culture, the Taiwan Tourism Bureau has specially arranged for Hakka-themed performances and gifts to be given.

On April 14, 2009, AIRMILES, the UK’s leading reward scheme, with 20 years experience and expertise in the travel and leisure arena, launched ‘The Mileage Company’, a specialist provider that can help companies develop and manage existing or new loyalty programmes.

A wholly owned subsidiary of British Airways, The Mileage Company will run AIRMILES and also take responsibility for maximising the commercial success globally of British Airways’ own reward currency BA Miles, which frequent flyers collect as members of BA’s Executive Club. The Mileage Company will also market its expertise to run other frequent flyer and leisure reward programmes for UK and world-wide airlines and brands.

by editorial office, mas

Grand City Central Hotel Berlin Airport has been awarded three stars by the German Hotel and Restaurant Association (Dehoga). The classification took place after a complete renovation of the hotel and in accordance with the trade association’s strict nationwide guidelines.

The 70 room hotel managed to satisfy the discerning Dehoga critics with its comfortable room furnishing, its design elements, and special services, such as wireless Internet throughout the building and location benefits, including convenient access to Tegel Airport, the ICC trade fair grounds and to the Autobahn.

by Joachim Fischer, Shanghai

Kuala Lumpur. There could not have been a better gift for Datuk Seri Dr Ng Yen Yen who celebrates her 63rd birthday I this days. She has been given a new lease of life as Tourism Minister, from her previous portfolio as Women, Family and Community Develop­ment Minister. Dr Ng, who will be sworn in today together with the rest of the Cabinet, pledged to give her all. “I will give my very best to ensure the tourism industry reaches its peak and will make Malaysia the best tourist destination in the world,’’ she declared proudly.

Set your sights on Sutera Harbour Resort, Malaysia Borneo

The COO of the Sutera Harbour Resort, Mr. Ravi in a Meeting with our editor-in-chief:
Rich in diversity and incredible holiday escapes, Sabah is located on the shores of the South China Sea in the island of Borneo. Kota Kinabalu, the state capital of Sabah is a growing resort destination and enjoys good air links with major cities in Asia Pacific.

Blessed with glorious tropical weather 365 days a year, Sutera Harbour Resort located within the city of Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia Borneo is just spilling with sunshine, brimming with culture, bustling with activity.

Thai troops fired at crowds of anti-government protesters in the Thailand capital Bangkok and demonstrators fought back with firebombs and rocks, injuring 94 people and propelling the country deeper into political crisis.

Two people were shot dead in fighting between the protesters and city residents angry at the violent disruption.

Near dusk, soldiers advanced into an area held by protesters near the Government House, the prime minister’s office, setting the stage for a final push to end demonstrations that have further hobbled a country still reeling from political chaos last year and the global financial crisis.