Swiss-Belhotel International: 30 years of success
Swiss-Belhotel International, global hotel chain and hospitality management group, recently celebrated 30 years since its inception – a major milestone in the company’s history.
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Sarojin’s ultimate veggie experience
The Sarojin, is helping its guests discover an authentic Thai experience as it celebrates the country’s traditional Vegetarian and Loy Krathong festivals.
Kafnu: challenging the ordinary?
Next Story Group launches a new brand of blended lifestyle spaces, Kafnu, with the opening of its first site, Kafnu Hong Kong at Kerry Hotel, on 3 October 2017.
Angie Hospitality brings guest rooms online
Angie Hospitality, creator of the world's first 24-hour interactive guest room assistant, is expanding its global presence by demonstrating the product at the 2017 Hong Kong Electronics…
Cachet unveil newest hospitality brand in Phuket
Cachet Hospitality Group (CHG) is nearing completion of work on Cachet Resort Dewa Phuket, a 128-lifestyle resort set beside the tranquil shores of Nai Yang Beach, considered one of the most…
COMO Hotels celebrates World Food Day
To commemorate World Food Day, COMO Hotels and Resorts have partnered with Mastercard to launch the Purchase with Purpose program to bring awareness to the importance of children’s…
Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong in pole position
Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong has announced it is to offer spectators of the FIA Formula E Championship its Lap of Luxury room package with front row views.
The Nai Harn Phuket presents new menu
Cosmo Restaurant, the signature all-day dining venue at The Nai Harn Phuket has built a strong reputation as one of the island’s premiere dining destinations.
Eastern & Oriental Express culinary journeys on track
Hospitality management company Belmond, have announced a new series of ‘pop-up’ collaborations, with highly acclaimed international chefs Ian Kittichai and Luke Mangan, aboard south-east…
ANA InterContinental Tokyo welcomes new club rooms
ANA InterContinental Tokyo has announced the upcoming launch of 59 brand new Club InterContinental Rooms on 1st November 2017
YTL Hotels introduces The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui
YTL Hotels announced the opening of The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui in Thailand today. The resort’s opening has been highly-anticipated and its debut on the eastern coast of Thailand marks the…
AYANA to launch the first 5 star resort on Labuan Bajo
AYANA Komodo Resort, Waecicu Beach opens summer 2018 with 12 suites and 189 premium guest rooms. All of the rooms feature an ocean view with large windows overlooking Kukusan Island.
InterContinental Danang to host APEC’s economic leaders meeting
InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort announced yesterday that the resort will be hosting the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting of the 25th APEC Summit, on November 11 2017.
M Social Auckland now open
This October marks the opening of M Social Auckland, a new lifestyle hotel positioned on the waterfront in Auckland’s prime CBD.
Rosewood Phuket celebrates November opening
A new chapter in the global expansion of Rosewood Hotels & Resorts will begin on November 2, 2017 with the unveiling of Rosewood Phuket, the brand's first Southeast Asia resort,…
X2 Hua Hin Oasis’ triple pack
X2 Hua Hin Oasis, the new Thai pool villa retreat, has developed a trio of packages which allow families to enjoy top local attractions together – available from now until November 30th,…
THAI Wins Best Inflight Food 2017 from IFSA
Mr. Areepong Bhoocha-oom, chairman of the board of directors for Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI), was joined on stage by Mrs. Usanee Sangsingkeo, THAI acting…
InterContinental: the psychology of luxury
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has released the findings of its ‘Psychology of Luxury’ study, a first-of-its-kind survey examining attitudes and perceptions towards luxury…
Mango Tree Kitchen’s innovative Tokyo restaurants
Mango Tree Worldwide is breaking new ground in Japan by piloting a series of new Mango Tree Kitchen brands that focus on delivering popular Thai dishes in high-traffic urban centres.
Rotana launches global TV campaign celebrating 25th anniversary
In celebration of its 25th anniversary, Rotana hotel management company, has launched a global TV campaign that will be rolled out this month.
The advertising incorporates Rotana’s…
Four Points appoint Carl Volschenk as new GM
Four Points by Sheraton Bangkok, Sukhumvit 15 have recently appointed Carl Volschenk as its new general manager
Classic Korean at the Kameo Hotel
The Tapestry Restaurant, Classic Kameo Hotel, in Rayong is to celebrate all things Korean with the announcement of their Korean Food Festival.
The reinvention of The MUSE Hotel Boracay
Reinvented with luxe amenities and mid-century-modern design elements, The MUSE Hotel Boracay is an 'infinite make', built to inspire the avid world traveller by delivering a unique guest…
Happy Birthday to Lind Boracay
The Lind Boracay marked its birthday this weekend, celebrating their official opening, almost two years to the day, since it first opened its doors to the public in October 2015,
Kiwi Collection unveils new addition
Nanuku Auberge Resort Fiji has become a member of the prestigious Kiwi Collection, the world’s largest curated catalogue of luxury hotels and resorts.
Explore Palawan: the world’s top island destination
Sheridan Beach Resort & Spa’s is inviting guests to explore the local beauty sports of Palawan, with a series of local tours designed to make the most of the picturesque archipelago –…
Shinhwa World opens animated theme park Shinhwa World
Shinhwa World, the leisure and entertainment resort located on Jeju Island announced the launch of hotly anticipated Shinhwa Theme Park attraction on Saturday afternoon.
Mövenpick’s Kilo of Kindness
Big-hearted guests at 46 Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts properties around the world have donated 8,500kg of food, clothing and educational supplies to support disadvantaged families, it was…
NBA 2017 opportunities for Marriott International Loyalty Members
Marriott International have announced a collection of experiences at the NBA Global Games 2017, exclusive to its loyalty program members.
Savoy Hotel flourishes on Boracay
After opening in April 2017, the 4-star Savoy Hotel Boracay Newcoast hotel, has already made a name for itself within its location at the centre of the Boracay Newcoast, an integrated…
Dream Hotel Group unveil first hotel in the Philippines
The 220-key Dream Hotel, found on the white sand beaches of Borocay – recently rated third best island destination in the world by Condé Nast Traveler magazine – is a major signing for the…
Palladium Hotels to launch two luxury properties in Mexico
Palladium Hotel Group’s will introduce a brand new development to the northeast of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula.
Set to open in autumn 2018, the project will include a five-star…
Adrian Hauenstein is Santiburi Beach Resort & Spa’s new Executive Chef.
Cedric Bonvin, general manager of Santiburi Beach Resort & Spa is proud of the hotel’s culinary credentials and feels Chef Adrian is the perfect choice to lead the resort's kitchen teams…
Sabre to reboot lodgings content delivery
Sabre Corporation have disclosed news of development for Sabre Content Services for Lodging. A new technology solution which will integrate multiple sources of content, including the…
Hilton: New Area President in Asia Pacific
Hilton announced Alan Watts as executive vice president & president of Asia Pacific (APAC) this week. In his new role, Watts will oversee the operations of more than 200 Hilton…
Aphrodite Hills Resort becomes the PGA National Cyprus
Aphrodite Hills Resort has announced it has attained the PGA National, Cyprus.
The golf course is currently undergoing a major investment upgrade of € 2.5 million and full…
Million Baht dinners in Bangkok
Premier Incoming Group Services (PIGS DMC) have unveiled The Ultimate Champagne Dinner, an exclusive dining experience for 12 to 36 guests. The “Ultimate” dinner experience features seven…
Andaz Singapore to launch in style
Set to open in October, Andaz Singapore has announced the “Andaz Collection”, a curated range of fashions for the Andaz associates, by local fashion label, In Good Company.
Holidays with Kids announce Australia’s favourite family resorts
In time to plan for their summer holidays, Australian families are set to discover the nation’s favourite child-friendly locations with the release of the ‘Holidays…
Cantaloupe Hotels unveils Michelin star chef for Colombo restaurant
Sri Lankan boutique hotel operator, Cantaloupe Hotels Group, is expanding into Colombo with its new rooftop restaurant concept Botanik, in the centre of the city’s financial district.
Little Tai Hang joins with HoHoGo, for HK walking tours.
Boutique hotel and serviced apartments operator Little Tai Hang have announced a partnership with Hong Kong tour guide company HoHoGo, to craft a local walking tours around the quirky…
MSpa International appoint Patrick Huey as Group Director of Spa – Asia
Currently on the Board of Directors of the International SPA Association (ISPA), Patrick joins Minor Hotel’s MSpa International in Bangkok from the Caribbean.
Patrick brings a…
Pullman Run on track in Shanghai
Pullman and Adidas have teamed up for the very first Pullman Run at Pullman Shanghai South – as part of Pullman Fit, the brand’s concept to create a healthier lifestyle for travellers.…
Around The World in 1000’s of Calories
Thomson Lakes and Mountains have discovered some of the most indulgent sweet courses from 17 different countries across the world.
Saving the best till last is always important, especially…
The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi opens its doors
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. has announced the debut of The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi, as the oceanfront resort opens today on the Malaysian island.
Set in a private bay, the…
Banyan Tree Bangkok welcomes Alexander Sheppard as its new hotel manager
Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts announced the appointment of Alexander Sheppard as its new hotel manager for Banyan Tree Bangkok this week.
Originally from New Zealand, Mr. Sheppard…
Warner Leisure offers value autumn breaks
Warner Leisure Hotels is offering deals on last minute getaways this autumn.
There are 13 hotels to choose from, from historic country house hotels to accommodation in picturesque…
SLH launches evolved loyalty programme
Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) has launched an evolved loyalty programme – INVITED.
The free-to-join programme replaces The Club of SLH and offers all members access to exclusive…
Archipelago International opens Hotel NEO+ Kebayoran in Jakarta
Indonesian hotel management company Archipelago International, continues the rapid expansion of its Hotel NEO label with the opening of the Hotel NEO+ Kebayoran – the first Hotel NEO+ in…
SALA Hospitality appoints AsianKeys
Capitalising on the continued growth and strength of the China inbound market to Thailand, SALA Hospitality has appointed AsianKeys to represent the boutique hospitality brand’s seven…
Oakwood: Best Serviced Apartment at HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards
Oakwood Worldwide, was awarded Best Serviced Apartment Group at the recent HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards 2017.
“We are absolutely delighted to receive this award that recognizes…
Airbnb and Resy Team Up to Offer In-App Restaurant Reservations
A great meal shared with friends, old or new, can make a trip special. That’s why, starting today, you can book a table at nearly 650 restaurants across the United States directly through…
Wyndham Hotel Group opens Ramada Encore in Busan
Wyndham Hotel Group has introduced its first Ramada Encore hotel to Busan with the opening of Ramada Encore Busan Haeundae.
The newly built 402-room hotel, developed under a…
Crown and Champa Resorts announce new GM
Crown and Champa Resorts has announced the appointment of Brad Calder as general manager of Hurawalhi Island Resort and the highly anticipated Kudadoo Private Island.
With over…
Welcome to Travels With Lindsey
Meet Lindsey O’Connor, self-described writer, traveler, storyteller and creator of Travels With Lindsey. After traveling to Seville, Spain during a college internship, Lindsey was hooked…
30 Street Food Markets for the Global Traveler
A new, interactive website from JohnSlots looks at the world’s best and most recognizable street food markets, delving into everything from potjie in South Africa to scorpions-on-sticks in…
Archipelago to open new five-star resort in Malaysia
Archipelago International, Indonesia’s fastest growing hotel management company, is once again driving a wave of expansion with the announcement of a five-star villa resort in Port Dickson,…
Anantara Vacation Club & Asia Miles Launch Partnership
Anantara Vacation Club has announced a new partnership with Asia Miles. The partnership enables Club Points Owners to enjoy a wide range of options on travel and lifestyle offers from Asia…
New Beginnings for the Athenee Hotel
Having undergone a complete transformation, Plaza Athénée Bangkok, A Royal Méridien has now emerged as The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok.
Inspired by the life and…
Cooking Classes at Chatrium Golf Resort Soi Dao
Chatrium Golf Resort Soi Dao Chanthaburi, are pleased to announce the cooking classes, which will enable guests to develop their culinary skills under the guidance of one of Soi Dao…
The Best Chocolate Shop in San Diego
Welcome to Travels With Lindsey
Meet Lindsey O’Connor, self-described writer, traveler, storyteller and creator of Travels With Lindsey. After traveling to Seville, Spain during a…
Pan Pacific Hotels and Resorts debuts in Myanmar
Pan Pacific Hotels Group has announced the opening Pan Pacific Yangon in November, the first property in Myanmar under the brand.
The 25-storey Pan Pacific Yangon sits within Junction…
IHG Singapore raises 50,000 USD for charity APSN
Following fundraising efforts by InterContinental Hotel Group (IHGemployees based in Singapore, Michael Martin, regional general manager IHG Singapore, Malaysia and Batam, presented the…
Pavilions Hotels & Resorts Launch Ginto Residences in Japan
Leading bespoke luxury hospitality brand, Pavilions Hotels & Resorts, has unveiled The Ginto Residences in Niseko, Japan as the company introduces an elite series of new hotel and…
Swiss-Belinn Airport Surabaya celebrates launch
Swiss-Belhotel International celebrated the official launch of its latest 3-star property in Indonesia, the Swiss-Belinn Airport Surabaya, with a Grand Opening Ceremony on 9th September…
Sofitel SO Bangkok Artist in Residence: Paul the Robot
Sofitel SO Bangkok will host Paul, a portrait artist robot and two of his avatars, each with their own drawing style to combine fine art and digital media technology, from 12th to 30th…
AccorHotels announce 800th hotel in Asia Pacific
Sofitel Singapore City Centre will open its doors in October
SALA Hospitality appoints China sales agents
AsianKeys to represent the boutique hospitality brand’s seven properties in China
Mandarin Oriental unveils new luxury hotel In Beijing
Hotel located in the traditional quarter, close to Tiananmen Square
Custom Baked Wedding Cakes at The Nai Harn Phuket
The two- or three-tier personalised cakes offer sweet tidings for a successful marriage
Carlson Rezidor appoints Katerina Giannouka as president of Asia Pacific
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, today announced the appointment of Katerina Giannouka as president, Asia Pacific. She will be based in Singapore, at Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group’s Asia Pacific…
Archipelago International On the Rise
Archipelago International is once again expanding its Indonesian portfolio with the opening of Aston Batam Hotel & Residence.
The brand new hotel, on the small island of Batam mixes…
Constellation of Michelin Stars: SO Amazing Chefs 2017
So Amazing Chefs 2017 At So Sofitel Bangkok returns for its sixth year, this September, bringing with it 12 Michelin starred chefs for a week of gastronomic festivities.
A New Era Awaits The Datai Langkawi
The Datai Langkawi officially closed its doors on 4th September as the resort embarks on an extensive restoration project. The 10-month regeneration, the first of its scale since its…
Delectable Vegetable Specials For Jai Festival
Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Hotel invites everyone to join in the celebration at the city's ever-popular “Jai Festival”, when the hotel will introduce a sumptuous range of…
The Hotelier Awards 2017 Asia Finalists Announced
The Hotelier Awards, the annual awards recognising individuals’ professional excellence across the hospitality sector in Asia, have today announced the 2017 finalists.
Now in their…
Kata Group’s Beyond Patong ‘Deep Blue Sea’ Landmark
Kata Group’s new Beyond Patong to open as ‘Deep Blue Sea’ landmark Kata Group, one of Thailand’s leading hotel management companies, have opened an entirely new-build property, Beyond…
30 Street Food Markets for the Global Traveller
A new interactive from JohnSlots looks at the world’s best and most recognisable street food markets, delving into everything from potjie in South Africa to…
Sofitel returns to Wellington
Sofitel Wellington will reopen its doors in October 2017 and welcome back its original opening team, following a temporary hiatus, parent company Accor has said.
The 129-room, 14-storey…
Dorsett Hospitality International Launches Dorsett Residences Bukit Bintang
Dorsett Hospitality International has confirmed the soft opening of the Group’s first integrated residences – Dorsett Residences Bukit Bintang – when it welcome welcomed its first guest – Mr…
Hard Rock International Opens Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen
In a pioneering move, Hard Rock International announced the opening of its first hotel in Mainland China, the Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen, this week.
Located within the Mission Hills …
InterContinental Perth City: Autumnal Opening
The world’s largest luxury hotel chain InterContinental Hotel Group are all set to open their latest property - InterContinental Perth City Centre – this October.
The city's King Street…
Yangon’s First Lifestyle Hotel Now Open
Yangon gained its first design hotel on 7 September, with the opening of Hotel G Yangon, centrally located at the heart of the city’s vibrant entertainment neighbourhood.
Guests…
The Parisian Macao’s Le Buffet Wins ‘Best Macau Casual Dining Restaurant’ Award
The Parisian Macao’s Le Buffet restaurant has won the Best Macau Casual Dining Restaurant award at the Hong Kong Restaurant Interior Design Awards 2017 (HKRIDA), held in Hong Kong.
Part…
Swiss-Belhotel International in Education Partnership
Swiss-Belhotel International with deep roots and a bright future in the Asia Pacific region, is demonstrating its firm commitment to helping young people achieve sustainable goals through…
Phuket Launches “Hearts With Hands, Keep Phuket Clean”
The Phuket Hotels Association is encouraging locals and tourists to support a Hearts with Hands, Keep Phuket Clean beach clean up event on the morning of Saturday 16th September 2017
The…
Luxury Brands Team Up for Indochina Explorers
Three luxury brands have teamed up to offer a special rate for travellers looking to explore Indochina by land, water and air.
Aqua Expeditions, a river cruise company, Soneva Kiri, a…
Hong Kong’s Celebrated Four-Day Culinary Festival Returns This October
James Beard Award-winning chef Curtis Duffy joins for event's most notable chef line up to date.
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced today that critically-acclaimed American chef…
Iberostar to open its first hotel in Portugal
Iberostar will open its first hotel in Lisbon, Portugal early this October.
It is situated in Baixa one of the Portuguese capital’s most central districts and will be the chain’s…
Special anniversary or birthday? Imagine having dinner here at Grotta Palazzese
When I first saw this photo, I had no idea where it was taken. It took a little bit of sleuthing to learn that this amazing restaurant is in the south of Italy. My husband and I were just…
Indian Hotels Company appoints new CEO
Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has appointed Puneet Chhatwal as its new CEO. He was earlier the CEO of Deutsche Hospitality, which owns the Steigenburger chain of hotels in Europe,…
Hilton Expands Presence in Central America with the Signing of Nine Hotels Across Five Countries
These nine projects will deliver approximately 1,300 Hilton guest rooms in Central America, representing more than 10 percent of the company's pipeline of approximately 11,300 rooms in…
Hard Rock Hotel hosts Rock Getaway Festival
The Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya’s Rock Getaway Festival this October will see 21 iconic rock bands and artists perform.
The performers at the event taking place from 26 October to 1…
Where to Stay: new hotels from Waldorf Astoria, Sofitel, Rosewood and more
Rosewood Sanya (pictured above)
Location: Part of a 16-hectare integrated resort development in Haitang Bay, next to a large convention centre
Grade: Luxury
Keys: 246, including 45…
UNICO launches experimental wedding packages
UNICO 20°N 87°W Hotel Riviera Maya has launched three experimental wedding experiences with personalised details.
These include:
The Riviera Maya Experience - a new take on the…
IHG aims to become lifestyle choice for Asian travellers
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is planning to launch a series of new lifestyle hotels - including new brands – across Asia, as it seeks to target the new wave of affluent middle…
Brain Waves: Air New Zealand’s robot trial, VR hotel suite in Hong Kong, and more…
Air New Zealand trials robots at Sydney Airport
Air New Zealand has teamed up with CommBank to trial the use of robot customer service agents at Sydney Airport. A five-day experiment…
Mercure elevates midscale sector in the Maldives
AccorHotels has unveiled plans for a new midscale Mercure resort in the Maldives, which will include several facilities that are more usually associated with the luxury sector.
Located in…
Coast & Country Hotels reveals new brand identity
Coast & Country Hotels, part of the Shearings Leisure Group, has revealed a new look, launched a new website, and announced plans to improve their hotel collection.
The new website…
Hilton provides leadership training to young Chinese
Hilton has become the first hospitality company to partner with the China Foundation for Poverty Alleviation (CFPA), in a bid to provide leadership training and fund projects that improve…
Where to Stay: new hotels from Hyatt, Mandarin Oriental, Avani and more
Grand Hyatt Changsha
Location: In a 61-story tower overlooking Xiang River on Xiangjiang Road in Changsha, the capital of Hunan province
Grade: Luxury
Keys: 354
Facilities: Five…
Indonesian hotel occupancy surges to five-year high
Indonesia's hotel sector experienced a surge in occupancy last month, reaching its highest July level since 2012.
According to the latest data from STR, the country's hotel rooms were…
Tujia, Rakuten join forces for Japanese homestays
Tujia, the Chinese home-sharing company, has formed a new partnership with Rakuten, Japan's e-commerce giant, to encourage more Chinese visitors to stay in Japanese homes.
Details of…
ANA to serve saké in economy class
All Nippon Airways (ANA) will start serving saké to economy class passengers on its international flights next week.
Effective 1 September 2017, the Japanese carrier will include…
Dusit signs double development on China’s south coast
Dusit International has signed an agreement to manage a pair of new properties on China’s south coast, in Guangdong province.
The Thai hotel group's Chinese subsidiary, Dusit Fudu, will…
Hilton forays into pilgrimage towns in India
Hilton has announced the signing of a management agreement with Trillion Real Estate & Properties Private Limited for a new DoubleTree by Hilton property in Shirdi, Maharashtra.…
Wyndham creates new global hotel company
Wyndham Worldwide has revealed plans to create a new, publicly traded hotel company.
To be spun-off from Wyndham Worldwide in 2018, the new "pure play" hotel group will operate the…
Forbes Names Marriott International One of the World’s Most Innovative Companies
Marriott International, Inc., was recently named to the Forbes 2017 World’s Most Innovative Companieslist, joining the ranks of Tesla, Amazon and Netflix. Forbes’ proprietary…
AccorHotels to open first luxury resort in the Maldives
AccorHotels will launch its first luxury resort in the Maldives next week.
On 1 September 2017, the European hotel group will take over the management of Dhevanafushi Maldives Luxury…
Alternative accommodation offers home comforts for Asian travellers
The majority of Asian travellers who book non-hotel accommodation do so when they're travelling close to home, a new report has revealed.
In a study into the behaviour of Asians…
Expedia launches revenue management tool for Thai hotels
Expedia is launching its hotel revenue management tool, Rev+, in Thailand.
As part of Expedia Partner Central (EPC), Rev+ is designed to help hoteliers better manage their rates and…
Where to Stay: the latest hotels in KL, Nagoya, Colombo and more
Favehotel Tuban
Location: On Basuki Rachmad Road in Tuban, the seaport in East Java, three hours' drive from Surabaya's Juanda International Airport
Grade: Economy
Keys: 105…
Cuff Communications Clients in the 2018 Waitrose Good Food Guide Featuring the U.K.
Top 50 UK Restaurant ranking for Orwells, Le Champignon Sauvage and The Whitebrook
The Waitrose Good Food Guide 2017 launches on 4th September. A highly respected ‘bible’ for foodies, The…
Hard Rock International to open hotel in Davos
Hard Rock International is expanding its hotel portfolio to the Swiss Alps, announcing plans to open Hard Rock Hotel Davos.
The hotel will open this December and is situated in the heart…
Warner Leisure Hotels launches 2018 preview brochure with half price deals
Warner Leisure Hotels has launched its 2018 Brochure Preview with half price deals.
The brochure will land with the company's top 500 agents on 25 August 2017.
It includes early…
Raffles Singapore to get new spa and ballroom
A brand new spa and ballroom will be launched at the Raffles Hotel Singapore, as part of the property's extensive on-going restoration.
The famous hotel, which was opened by the Sarkies…
Celebration holidays at the five star Aldemar Royal Mare in Crete
A rise in groups of people travelling together for a celebration holiday has been seen at Aldemar’s 5-star Royal Mare in Anissaras, Crete.
There has been a r7% increase in the…
New technology “allows Airbnb owners to compete with hotels”
A new market intelligence tool has been launched that developers claim will allow Airbnb owners to "compete on the same level as hotels".
AirDNA, which specialises in vacation rental…
Melia partners Duetto to advance digital strategy
Meliá Hotels International has decided to implement Duetto's cloud-based solutions as part of its digital strategy.
The Spanish group has adopted several solutions to boost its revenue…
Asia’s first Yotel opens for bookings
Yotel will soon launch its first ever property in Asia and guests are now able to make bookings at the new Yotel Singapore for stays from 1 November 2017.
The cabin-style hotel will be…
AccorHotels launches ibis budget London Luton Airport hotel
AccorHotels has launched the ibis budget London Luton Airport hotel located close to Luton Airport and Luton Parkway station.
Hotel employees will host guests in a more social and…
UK sees record level of room openings for hotel sector
The first six months of 2017 has seen the highest number of hotel bedrooms opening in the UK since 2012 according to the recently published Hotel Bulletin Q2 2017 report.
Growth in hotel…
bmi regional launches code-share partnership with Air Dolomiti
bmi regional has announced the launch of a new code-share partnership with Italian airline Air Dolomiti, which sees five new routes added to its network.
bmi regional customers can book…
Langkawi in line for huge beachfront development
The landscape of Langkawi will change significantly in the coming years following the development a huge new tourism and residential complex.
Earmarked for Cenang Beach, a popular…
Ayana Bali launches new shopping complex
Ayana Resort & Spa in Bali has launched a new retail area.
Located between the resort's lobby and the Rock Bar, the new shopping complex features 12 boutique stores selling a…
Banyan Tree completes Chinese joint venture
Banyan Tree has completed an agreement for the creation of a new joint venture in China, plus the divestment of a stake in its main company.
The Singapore-based luxury hotel group has…
Where to Stay: new hotels in Beijing, Jakarta, Yangon and more
Hilton Yantai
Location: Within the Shimao Skyscraper, a 323-metre-high building in Yantai, overlooking the Bohai Strait in China's Shandong province
Grade: Upper-upscale
Keys: 252…
AccorHotels unveils major multi-property complex in Korea
A major new hotel complex will launch in Seoul in October, bringing four AccorHotels properties to the South Korean capital.
Seoul Dragon City will open on 1 October 2017, comprising…
四季酒店将于济州岛开发大型新项目
日前，四季酒店集团宣布，计划于济州神话世界的核心地带发展豪华的四季度假酒店。
据悉，四季酒店将与蓝鼎国际全资子公司、济州神话世界合作，开发该项目。计划发展的位于济州神话世界的四季度假酒店将提供约240间客房、套房及独立别墅。济州神话世界于今年开始分阶段开幕。
四季酒店总裁兼首席执行官J.Allen…
Fairmont searches for perfect Santa
Ho ho… but who? Fairmont The Palm, the luxury resort on Palm Jumeirah has a global mission at hands: to find the best resident Santa for its fast approaching festive season.
The North…
Hong Kong hotel occupancy hits 89%
Hong Kong's hotel industry continues to thrive, as it recovers strongly from a relatively poor year in 2016.
According to the latest monthly data from STR, the city recorded an…
NagaWorld helps Cambodian athletes “Go for Gold”
NagaWorld has extended its sponsorship of the National Olympic Committee of Cambodia (NOCC) and the country's athletes, by offering cash incentives for gold medallists at the 2017 Southeast…
香港洲际酒店开始大型翻新工程
据悉，香港洲际酒店将于 2019年第1季暂停营业，进行为期12至16个月的大型翻新工程。 整项工程将覆盖所有客房及套房连浴室、公共地方、餐厅与宴会场地，酒店外墙亦会重新设计及修葺。
日本东京著名设计工作室 Curiosity Inc.的首席设计师Gwenael Nicolas将负责设计，带领其精英团队透过是次翻新工程为酒店带来革新蜕变。 Curiosity…
Mango Tree targets shopping malls for global growth
Mango Tree, the Asian restaurant operator, is planning a significant expansion of its Mango Tree Café brand across the world.
This light dining concept is already popular in Japan,…
InterContinental Hong Kong to undergo “spectacular transformation”
The InterContinental Hong Kong is about to embark on a major renovation project.
IHG revealed this week that the habourfront hotel will close its doors from the first quarter of 2019, for…
Carlson Inn & Suites debuts in Kota
Country Inn & Suites by Carlson opened its first hotel in Kota, Rajasthan making it the first-ever international brand to have presence in the city. Located within the proximity to…
Marriott seeks Chinese advantage with Alibaba
Marriott International has formed a new partnership with e-commerce giant, Alibaba, aimed at giving the hotel group an important boost in the fast-growing Chinese market.
The joint…
Brain Waves: travel’s latest innovations including driverless buses in Taipei
Taipei tests self-driving bus
A self-driving bus was tested on the streets of Taipei earlier this month. From 1-5 August, a battery-powered EZ10 driverless vehicle was put through its…
Alibaba Group And Marriott International Announce Innovative Joint Venture To Redefine Travel Experience
Joint Venture to Create Seamless, Insight-based Travel Services, With Alibaba Serving as Gateway to More than Half a Billion Chinese ConsumersChinese Outbound Travel Set to Boom with 700…
Four Seasons commits to Korean island development
Four Seasons has agreed to operate a luxury hotel within a major new integrated resort on the South Korean island of Jeju.
A deal with Landing International Development will lead to the…
Australia’s Mantra Group agrees artistic acquisition
Mantra Group, the Australian hotel company, has entered into an agreement to acquire the Art Series Hotel Group.
The deal with the Deague Group is worth approximately AU$52.5 million…
Travelodge opens flagship hotel in York
Travelodge has opened its new flagship hotel at Layerthorpe, York.
The company’s fifth hotel in the city also marks Travelodge being crowned York’s largest branded hotel provider in the…
BEER WE GO! Four Points Best Brews Around the World Brew Off Kicks Off International Beer Day
One of Marriott International's Fastest Growing Hotel Brands Celebrates Beer Around the Globe -with Events to Take Place in New York City, Cancun, Kelowna, Melbourne, Nairobi and…
Travel Daily为旅社推出马尔代夫盛泰乐酒店指南
Travel Daily Media日前为旅行社推出了一份新的销售马尔代夫两座盛泰乐酒店的指南。
这份指南由Travel Daily的专业团队制作。“如何出售－马尔代夫盛泰乐酒店”共12页，每页都生动的展示了盛泰乐格兰岛酒店和盛泰乐拉富士酒店的关键卖点和详细信息。…
Timor-Leste to get first international hotel
Timor-Leste will get its first international hotel brand next year, when Hilton launches a new upscale property in the capital city, Dili.
Construction of the 150-room Hilton Dili…
Preferred adds nine hotels in Asia Pacific
Preferred Hotels & Resorts has continued to expand its global collection of properties with the addition of 23 new member hotels, nine of which are located in the Asia Pacific…
Where to Stay: new hotels in Taiwan, China, Indonesia and more
CitizenM Taipei North Gate
Location: Overlooking the Tamsui River, within walking distance of Taipei Main Station
Grade: Upper-upscale
Keys: 267
Facilities: 24-hour F&B outlet,…
Webjet acquires JacTravel in major B2B travel merger
Webjet has entered into an agreement to acquire JacTravel, which will join Sunhotels, Lots of Hotels and FIT Ruums in its B2B division, WebBeds.
The GBP200 million (US$264m)…
Marriott opens five hotels in Japan
Marriott International has celebrated the grand opening of five new hotels in Japan.
The properties, all of which will operate under the Marriott Hotels & Resorts brand, form part…
Regent’s mixed focus drives global growth
Regent Hotels Group, the Taipei-based hospitality company, has unveiled three new mixed hotel and residential projects as it ramps up its global expansion plans.
The company is actually a…
Hilton opens 200th hotel in Asia Pacific
Hilton Worldwide has opened Waldorf Astoria Chengdu, the company's 200th hotel in Asia Pacific.
Located in the capital of western China's Sichuan province, the new 289-room luxury…
FIT Ruums, China Airlines create packages for Taiwanese travellers
FIT Ruums has formed a new partnership with China Airlines to provide a series of packages to travellers in Taiwan.
Under the new agreement, Taiwan's national carrier will release special…
Travel Daily launches agents’ guide to Centara in the Maldives
Travel Daily Media has launched a new travel agent's guide to selling Centara's two resorts in the Maldives.
Created in-house by Travel Daily's professional team of travel writers and…
Work starts on multi-island resort in the Maldives
A ground-breaking ceremony has been held for a new "multi-island integrated leisure and recreation destination resort" in the Maldives.
With an investment of US$311.5 million in phase one…
Marriott commits to Chinese Winter Olympic venue
Marriott International has agreed to manage a hotel located in the Chinese ski resort that will host the 2022 Winter Olympics.
The Games was awarded to Beijing, but most of the…
Beachcomber Resort & Spa is set to open a new accommodation concept in Mauritius
From January next year, Beachcomber Hotels & Resorts, which has eight properties in Mauritius, is set to open a new accommodation concept, Victoria for Two, at the Victoria Beachcomber…
New identity for Genting Highlands hotel
The Theme Park Hotel in the Resorts World Genting, the Malaysian integrated resort, has been rebranded.
The oldest hotel at the park, dating back to the 1970s, the Theme Park Hotel…
AccorHotels plans first double-decker hotel
AccorHotels has revealed plans for its first "vertical dual hotel", with a new tower in Australia featuring a Novotel sitting on top of an ibis.
Scheduled to open in central Melbourne…
Rock and Brews at Los Angeles International Airport Named Airport “Bar Of The Year”
Airport Restaurant and Retail Pioneer Crews Takes Restaurant Concept. Co-Founded by KISS Front Men Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley to New Heights. LOS ANGELES, CALIF. – Rock & Brews, the…
Warner Leisure Hotels welcomes Star Break ‘double-header’ at Thoresby Hall Hotel
Warner Leisure Hotels has announced a double headline act line up for its Star Break on 18 August 2017.
Guests can see performances from 80s legends Go West and Toyah Wilcox.
This…
UNICO 20°N 87°W extends ‘Unlimited Inclusions’ with complimentary water sports activities
UNICO 20°N 87°W Hotel Riviera Maya has extended its ‘Unlimited Inclusions’ offering to encompass daily water sports activities for its guests.
Available between 8am–4pm daily, these …
Red Planet selects SiteMinder to drive expansion
Red Planet Hotels has formed a new partnership with SiteMinder as it embarks on a major expansion plan.
The company, which operates 24 hotels in Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines…
IHG to enter Bintan with double project
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has entered the Indonesian island of Bintan for the first time with the signing of agreement for two new-build hotels.
Scheduled to open in 2019,…
Where to Stay: new hotels in Thailand, Vietnam, Hong Kong and more
X2 Vibe Bangkok Sukhumvit Hotel
Location: In the On Nut district of Bangkok
Grade: Upper-midscale
Keys: 145 rooms and 121 serviced residences
Facilities: Café, bar, saltwater…
Hampton by Hilton hotel to open at Stansted Airport
Hampton by Hilton’s largest hotel to date is preparing to open at London Stansted Airport hotel at the end of the month.
The hotel will have 357 rooms set over seven floors, many…
Vietnamese hotel occupancy hits 10-year high
Vietnam's hotel industry is booming, with rising tourist numbers pushing nationwide occupancy to its highest level in a decade.
According to the latest data from STR, Vietnam's hotel…
Ascott expands in US with another major acquisition
Ascott, the serviced apartment giant operated by Singapore-based CapitaLand, has confirmed its second major acquisition in the space of a month.
The company has agreed to purchase an…
Two new hotels touch down at Sydney Airport
Travellers at Sydney Airport will soon have the option of breaking up their journey at a choice of two new hotels.
Earlier this week, Australia's Mantra Group officially opened Mantra…
巴厘岛迎来首家英迪格度假酒店
本月，全球首家英迪格（Indigo）品牌的海岛度假酒店，巴厘岛水明漾海滩英迪格酒店正式开业。
该酒店的开业对英迪格品牌具有重要意义，因为在品牌创始之初，该品牌为都市地点而设计。巴厘岛水明漾以其独特的地理位置和齐聚的酒吧特色，非常适合英迪格品牌，其初衷就是通过精品酒店来反应当地的文化。…
Amari酒店进驻斯里兰卡
ONYX酒店集团日前在斯里兰卡加勒推出了一座全新的Amari酒店，标志着该品牌首次进入斯里兰卡市场。
总共拥有172间客房的加勒Amari酒店位于科伦坡－加勒主要道路的海滨。酒店每一间客房和套房均设有私人阳台，坐拥一览无遗的壮丽海景。面积达到360m²的总统套房含有屋顶露台及私人休憩水池。…
Hastings Hotels invests more than £60M in growing portfolio
Hastings Hotels has announced the continued investment of over £60M into its growing portfolio.
In addition to investing £53M on its seventh hotel which is due to open in 2018, it…
Amari makes debut in Sri Lanka
Onyx Hospitality Group has launched a brand new Amari hotel the historic city of Galle, marking the upscale brand's entry into Sri Lanka.
The 172-room Amari Galle is a beachfront…
Where to Stay: new hotels from Hyatt, Dusit, Holiday Inn Express, and more
Citadines Bayfront Nha Trang
Location: In a seafront development on Tran Phu Street, in Vietnam's popular resort town
Grade: Upscale serviced residence
Keys: 310 studios and…
Gastronomy on the menu as Thailand sets out tourism plan
Thailand will focus on niche sectors, including gastronomy, as part of its latest tourism development plan.
Unveiled by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), the 2018 marketing…
Asian travel costs to rise in 2018
The cost of travelling in the Asia Pacific region is expected to increase next year, in line with continued strong demand.
According to the fourth annual 2018 Global Travel Forecast…
Phuket under pressure as tourism growth exposes issue of unlicensed hotels
One of Asia’s most desirable tourist destinations, Phuket is attracting an ever-increasing number of international visitors to its golden beaches and turquoise seas.
But many of the…
New spa to open at Park Hyatt Sanya
Park Hyatt Sanya Sunny Bay Resort will unveil a new spa next week.
The Spa at Sunny Bay is scheduled to open on 23 July, in a standalone village-style complex designed by renowned…
CWT launches new hotel division
Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT) has launched a new division dedicated to hotel distribution.
The new "RoomIt by CWT" business unit will offer CWT's corporate clients a "consistent,…
New hotel starts rising at Adelaide Airport
Construction has started on the new AU$50 million (US$39m), 165-room Atura Hotel at Adelaide Airport.
Event Hospitality & Entertainment will develop and operate the new seven-storey…
IHG unveils first Hotel Indigo resort in Bali
The world’s first Hotel Indigo in a resort location opens in Bali this month.
The launch of the Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach marks a significant evolution for the brand, which was…
New Hard Rock Cafe to open in Cambodia
Hard Rock International will launch its second cafe in Cambodia, the Phnom Penh Post reports.
The newspaper cited Meas Development Holding, the sole franchise holder for Hard Rock in…
High-end hotels dominate Asian development
Hotel development in the Asia Pacific region is accelerating, according to STR's latest pipeline report.
In total there are now 270,976 rooms under construction in the region, which…
Warner Leisure Hotels launches its summer sale
Guests can makesavings with Warner Leisure Hotels this summer with up to 50% off all breaks taken during July, August and September.
They can choose from 13 different locations with…
Where to Stay: new hotels in Hua Hin, Manila, Mauritius and more
Citadines Millennium Ortigas Manila
Location: In Ortigas Center, one of Metro Manila's main financial districts
Grade: Upscale serviced residence
Keys: 293, ranging from studios to…
Mango Tree plans global chain of airport restaurants
Restaurant operator Mango Tree is aiming to take off at some of the world’s busiest international airports, as it embarks on the latest phase of its global expansion strategy.
The…
万豪旗下万枫品牌首次来到中国
万豪旗下的中档商务酒店品牌万枫（Farifield）日前在南宁南湖公园开业了，这家酒店还具有一层重要意义，这是万豪第一家亮相大中华区的万枫品牌。接下来五年内，万豪国际集团目标在大中华区开业更多万枫酒店。…
Flight Centre收购亚洲酒店集团BHMAsia
Flight Centre日前收购了总部位于曼谷的亚洲酒店管理公司BHMAsia，标志着这家旅游公司首次涉足利润丰厚的酒店和别墅业务。
该集团在泰国管理了14家酒店，还有19处地产正在开发中。这次收购的目标是“加强Flight Centre快速发展的目的地旅游体验分支”，这也是其继休闲旅游、企业旅游之外的第三大业务分支。…
Marriott plans double Edition debut in Tokyo
Marriott International has penned an agreement with Japan's Mori Trust to launch its first two Edition hotels in Tokyo.
Scheduled to open in 2020, the Tokyo Edition Ginza and Tokyo…
Sustainable tented camp to open in Cambodian forest
A new tented camp will soon open in southwest Cambodia's Botum Sakor National Park.
Jointly developed by the Minor Group, Yaana Ventures and the Wildlife Alliance, the Cardamom Tented…
芭提雅假日酒店体验
坐落于充满活力的海滨路，芭提雅假日酒店在奢华的氛围中为旅客提供了极致美丽的泰国湾景色。作为芭提雅最具知名度的海滨酒店之一，该酒店以客房细节完善、充满世界级设施和完美的热情而知名。不管您是想度蜜月，带孩子们去海滨玩，或是有商旅出行的需求，芭提雅假日酒店是每位旅行者的完美度假目的地。
会议&活动…
Air India goes vegetarian to cut costs
Air India will only serve vegetarian meals to passengers on its all-economy class domestic flights in future, as a means of reducing costs.
The Economic Times reports that the…
Carlson Rezidor expands in Rajasthan
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group has continued to expand its presence across India with the launch of a new midscale hotel in the city of Kota, Rajasthan.
The company is already India's…
Le Méridien to debut in Korea
Le Méridien, the upscale European hotel brand now operated by Marriott, is planning to launch its first ever property in South Korea.
Marriott has penned an agreement with Cheonwon…
Singapore hotel rates decline for fifth straight month
Hotel rates in Singapore fell 2.5% year-on-year in June, marking the fifth consecutive month they have declined.
According to latest preliminary data from STR, last month's drop took…
Atlantis, Paradise Island promotes Bahamian creativity
Atlantis, Paradise Island Bahamas is promoting the Bahamian creative and entrepreneurial community with the launch of a story telling platform, ‘Come to Life’.
The company aims to…
TripAdvisor delivers food to hungry travellers
TripAdvisor has partnered with Deliveroo, the food delivery service, to allow its users to place orders with restaurants and have meals delivered to their accommodation.
Integrating…
Nai Harn Phuket reveals rooftop sushi bar
The Nai Harn resort in Phuket has created the island’s first rooftop sushi and sashimi bar.
The new F&B outlet, Han-Sha, forms part of the resort's Reflections rooftop lounge,…
Marriott brings another new brand to China
Marriott International has continued to introduce more of its brands to China, with the debut of its business-focused Fairfield brand in the country.
The launch of Fairfield by Marriott…
Four Seasons reveals world tour aboard private jet
Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts has unveiled a new world tour using its private jet.
The company's third private jet itinerary, named "World of Adventures", will run from 19 October…
Japan’s Muji to open first hotel
The company behind Muji, the Japanese retail giant, has confirmed plans to enter the hotel sector.
The Japan Times reports that Ryohin Keikaku will launch the inaugural Muji-branded…
