Edible seaweed in your diet: 14 million tons
By Darinee Durai
Backpackers, budget hotels, exclusive ryokans and luxurious villas. These accommodations that we’re so familiar with are now in competition with Airbnb and HomeAway that host cosy to flamboyant homestays, suitable for any budget. Instead of competing with the boom of online rental lodgings, Ascott has chosen the more peaceful way of riding on their competitors’ success. Last year, Ascott collaborated with Tujia, a holiday rental apartment site, which is also best known as China’s Airbnb. This marketing move according to Ascott North Asia managing director Kevin Goh benefits both parties. Ascott’s properties will be listed on Tujia and Ascott will help manage some of Tujia’s offline properties. Learn more here: http://goo.gl/Wut0nd
By Darinee Durai
By Tok Yui Shuen
