Travel in city Singapore

While prices may disappoint, the range of accommodation in Singapore will not. The island has a plethora of luxury hotels plus competently run, no-frills and mid-range establishments. There are also plenty of upstart boutique hotels, hostels and guesthouses. Many are in refurbished shophouses and practically all offer air-conditioning, a comfy communal lounge and breakfast. Here's our guide to where to stay in Singapore.

Good morning from Skift. It’s Friday, July 26, and here’s what you need to know about the business of travel today. 

In a shift in global mobility rankings, Singapore has claimed the top spot in the 2024 Henley Passport Index released on Wednesday, granting its citizens visa-free access to 195 countries.

It's not every day that a chef gets a chance to open a restaurant in a cave.

Staff at several airports had to handwrite flight information on whiteboards due to a worldwide IT outage.

Qatar Airways was declared the best airline in the world at the 2024 Airline Awards in London on June 24. Qatar beat out Singapore Airlines, last year’s winner, who slipped to the number two spot this year. Emirates, ANA All Nippon Airways, and Cathay Pacific Airways completed the top five. No North American airline made the top twenty, with Delta narrowly missing out at 21. Other North American airlines that made the top 50 are Air Canada (29) and United Airlines (42). In fact, those three airlines are the only North American airlines to receive any Airline Awards. Other popular North American airlines like American, JetBlue, and Southwest failed to even be mentioned for any individual award.

The Tata group is likely to retain the senior management of full-service airline Air India post its merger with Vistara, an Economic Times report said. While Campbell Wilson will continue as the CEO of Air India, the merged entity will have Nipun Aggarwal as the chief commercial and transformation officer, while Sanjay Sharma will continue as CFO. 

Singapore Airlines (SIA) has reported a big rise in passenger traffic. On Monday, the carrier said customer numbers were up 13.9% in June compared to the same month last year. 

Pelago, the travel experiences arm of Singapore Airlines Group, on Monday announced a partnership with Primer, a global payments-infrastructure provider.

Banyan Group is set to open a record number of luxury hotels and resorts this year. The Singapore-based luxury hotel operator also plans to expand into the Bahamas and introduce a residential rental offering, according to an update this month.

A second airline has changed its cabin service due to increased concerns about turbulence.

If you’re the type of traveler who prefers a non-stop flight, no matter the cost or length, this is your era. Of the 10 longest flights in the world, Singapore Airlines’ two flights between Singapore and NYC top out at nearly 19 hours and more than 9,500 miles; Air India’s flight between San Francisco and Bangalore is nearly 18 hours. These are the latest in what has been a steady stream of super-long-haul flights in the past few years.

A JetBlue passenger who says she was scalded by hot tea is suing the airline for $1.5 million, according to court documents filed last Friday.

The GSTC2024 Global Sustainable Tourism Conference, held in Sentosa, Singapore, aims to advance sustainable travel with diverse global stakeholders.

Boeing's 777X is the world's largest passenger plane in production, complete with revolutionary folding wingtips and 10% better fuel efficiency than competitors.

Chelsea Football Club announces The Ascott Limited as its new official global hotels partner, enhancing fan experiences and international engagement.

Smiling service,  snacks, and a great movie selection: these small things make hours spent on a plane just a little more bearable. But the experience can vary wildly depending on which carrier you pick. 

This article is part of our airport food survival guide, which includes tips and tricks—even a hot take or two—that challenge the notion that airport meals are always dull, overpriced, and tasteless.

This article is part of our airport food survival guide, which includes tips and tricks—even a hot take or two—that challenge the notion that airport meals are always dull, overpriced, and tasteless.

Good morning from Skift. It’s Friday, June 28, and here’s what you need to know about the business of travel today. 

Singapore Airlines is heralded as one of the most luxurious carriers in the world, earning loyalty for its nice cabins, attentive flight attendants, and reliable operation.

“Low-cost” and “long-haul” can feel like oxymorons when it comes to airlines, with seat comfort often sacrificed for affordable fares. But with several new budget international airlines launching around the world in recent years, it’s possible to snag perfectly-bearable long-haul flights for under $500 roundtrip.