Peden Doma Bhutia

As Skift's Asia Editor, Peden Doma Bhutia anchors Skift’s coverage across Asia and the Middle East. She has been a journalist for 18 years, of which she's spent the last 11 years covering travel, aviation and hospitality. In her last outing she helped launch a travel B2B vertical for India’s Economic Times.

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Tourism

Taylor Swift’s Singapore Concert Sparks Tourism Boom in Southeast Asia

For an events-led tourism destination like Singapore, the Taylor Swift concert has been music to the coffers, errr… ears!

Taylor Swift’s Singapore Concert Sparks Tourism Boom in Southeast Asia

News Blog

Saudi Carrier Flynas Hires Goldman, Morgan Stanley for Potential IPO Next Year

Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier Flynas has hired Goldman Sachs Group, Morgan Stanley and Saudi Fransi Capital for a potential initial public offering on the Saudi Exchange (Tadawul), according to a Bloomberg report. Flynas expects to go public next year. Earlier reports had suggested that Saudi Arabian sovereign wealth fund — Public Investment Fund (PIF) had been…

Airlines

India Takes Steps to Avoid Pilot Shortage: India Report

While the aviation ministry confirms that there are no shortages of pilots in the country, the recent incidents of pilot casualties, including the tragic crashes and fatalities, call for better safety measures.

India Takes Steps to Avoid Pilot Shortage: India Report

Airlines

Indigo Is First Indian Carrier to Carry 100 Million Passengers: India Report

IndiGo’s 100 million passengers also underscores the massive potential of the Indian aviation sector. No wonder airlines are keen to tap into it.

Indigo Is First Indian Carrier to Carry 100 Million Passengers: India Report

Online Travel

EbixCash Says Parent Company’s Bankruptcy Won’t Affect Operations

While it's business as usual for EbixCash, it remains to seen if this will further delay the company's IPO launch.

EbixCash Says Parent Company’s Bankruptcy Won’t Affect Operations

Tourism

How India Can Become a Hub for Digital Nomads

India's inbound tourism numbers aren't impressive. Bringing in digital nomads could give it a boost, but the country would first need to address infrastructural challenges.

How India Can Become a Hub for Digital Nomads

Airlines

India’s SpiceJet Confirms Bid to Acquire Bankrupt Carrier GoFirst

SpiceJet's bid to acquire GoFirst signals a strategic move to strengthen its market position. However, the carrier's own operational and financial hurdles may pose integration challenges.

India’s SpiceJet Confirms Bid to Acquire Bankrupt Carrier GoFirst

Online Travel

Vietnam Was Most Googled Tourist Destination for Indians in 2023: India Report

After a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic, this renewed enthusiasm for global exploration signifies a triumphant comeback for travel enthusiasts.

Vietnam Was Most Googled Tourist Destination for Indians in 2023: India Report

News Blog

Nepal to Host First-Ever LGBTQ+ Tourism Conference in January

Nepal will be hosting its inaugural LGBTQ+ tourism conference next month with the goal of establishing the country as an inclusive and welcoming destination for sexual minorities. Scheduled for January 18 in Kathmandu, the two-day conference follows a landmark decision last month, making the Himalayan nation the first in South Asia to legalize same-sex marriage.…

Online Travel

EaseMyTrip Sees Festive Season Surge: India Report

The surge in bookings signifies growing consumer enthusiasm for festive travel plans as the industry continues its recovery.

EaseMyTrip Sees Festive Season Surge: India Report