Tourism vouchers a catalyst for 'middleman' travel agents to evolve

They should study competition and develop more unique products, academic urges

Annabeth Leow

Published Wed, Feb 10, 2021 · 05:50 AM

Tourism

Singapore

THE SingapoRediscovers Vouchers (SRV) scheme may be what's needed to shake up travel agents' business models as middlemen.

That's as some business operators feel frozen out by the domestic tourism campaign - which extends S$320 million in credits to be spent at eligible hotels, attractions or tours.

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Tourism vouchers a catalyst for 'middleman' travel agents to evolve

Annabeth Leow

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Thai PM says cannabis to be re-listed as narcotic by end of 2024

US eyes curbs on China’s access to AI software behind apps like ChatGPT

India growth can top 6.5% for a decade, says economic adviser

Indonesia central bank sees no need for more rate hikes

Thai business lobby joins rate cut call as it trims GDP forecast

Malaysia eyes ‘orangutan diplomacy’ with nations that import palm oil

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