Hotels

Minor Hotels ‘reimagines’ its brand with a new identity

Kanchan Nath Mar 26, 2025

Minor Hotels has unveiled its evolution into a guest-facing masterbrand and reinforced its commitment to creating innovative and insightful hospitality experiences that deliver what matters…

Weddings & Honeymoon

‘Memories by Minor Hotels’: Destination weddings across Asia

Kanchan Nath Mar 20, 2025

Minor Hotels announces the launch of Memories by Minor Hotels, a curated Indian wedding programme designed to elevate destination weddings with unparalleled luxury, cultural authenticity,…

Hotels

Minor Hotels expands partnership with  HBX Group

Kanchan Nath Feb 22, 2025

Minor Hotels and HBX Group have announced the global expansion of their preferred distribution partnership.

Hotels

Minor Hotels brings NH Collection Hotel on Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah

Kanchan Nath Feb 21, 2025

Minor Hotels is bringing its NH Collection brand to Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah. Slated to launch in early 2028.

Reports

Minor Hotels and Fliggy join forces for Global Discovery booking platform

Marga Manlapig Jan 28, 2025

Global hospitality firm Minor Hotels officially became the first major international hotel company to partner with Fliggy’s brand-new booking platform Global Discovery.

Global

Minor Hotels on track to surpass 850 properties by 2027

Kanchan Nath Jan 23, 2025

Minor Hotels is stepping into 2025 on a strong growth trajectory, underpinned by a robust pipeline of almost 300 new hotels slated to open over the next three years.

Appointments

Gonzalo Aguilar takes office as CEO at Minor Hotels Europe & Americas

Kanchan Nath Jan 20, 2025

Gonzalo Aguilar has assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer at Minor Hotels Europe & Americas, effective 1 January 2025.

Hotels

Minor Hotels Europe & Americas to debut in the heart of the Alps with NH Collection Alagna Mirtillo Rosso  

Kanchan Nath Jan 6, 2025

Minor Hotels Europe & Americas announces the upcoming addition of NH Collection Alagna Mirtillo Rosso to the portfolio of the upper-upscale NH Collection Hotels & Resorts brand in…

Appointments

Minor Hotels welcomes Omar Romero as chief development and luxury officer

Kanchan Nath Nov 1, 2024

Romero is the latest addition to the hospitality group’s senior leadership team as it accelerates its global expansion plans.

Awards

Minor Hotels clinches win at TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2024 – Thailand for Thai restaurant

Dana Cruz Oct 18, 2024

Dara Cuisine Phuket offers a stellar dining and stargazing experience at one of Phuket’s most exclusive beaches.

Hospitality

Minor Hotels brings luxury brands Tivoli and NH to northwest China

Marga Manlapig Jul 23, 2024

Minor Hotels announced the official signing of a Tivoli and NH dual-branded property in Yining, Xinjiang in northwest China.

Hotels

Minor Hotels announces first NH Collection Property in Thailand

Kanchan Nath Jul 5, 2024

Minor Hotels, a leading hospitality group, has announced the upcoming rebranding of Peace Resort Samui into NH Collection Samui, marking the arrival of NH Collection – an upscale brand…

Hotels

Minor Hotels to introduce NH Hotels & Resorts Brand to Bangkok

Kanchan Nath Jun 26, 2024

NH Bangkok Sukhumvit Boulevard will be the first NH in Bangkok, second in Thailand, as Minor Hotels maps the brand’s expansion outside of Europe and the Americas.

Hotels

Minor Hotels introduces NH Collection and NH Brands in Sri Lanka

Kanchan Nath Jun 7, 2024

Global hotel owner and operator Minor Hotels has added two properties in Sri Lanka, marking the introduction of its upper-upscale NH Collection Hotels & Resorts and upscale NH Hotels…

Hotels

Minor Hotels exceeds revenue, profit expectations in strong Q1 earnings report

Kanchan Nath May 21, 2024

Minor Hotels, a hotel owner and operator with more than 550 properties in 56 countries, has announced a reported net profit of THB 530 million for the first quarter of 2024.

Hospitality

Minor Hotels introduces Avani and Oaks brands to Yangon, Myanmar

Megha Paul Jun 17, 2019

Minor Hotels, a hotel owner, operator and investor, currently with a portfolio of more than 520 hotels in 53 countries, will debut its Avani and Oaks brands in Yangon, Myanmar, with the…

Hotels

Minor Hotels announces two new M Collection resorts in China

Tian Tolentino Oct 10, 2018

Minor Hotels has signed two new management contracts in China under the company’s M Collection brand of hotels and bespoke travel experiences.

Hotels

Minor Hotels to open three hotels in Qatar

Jill Sayles Nov 13, 2017 26

Minor Hotels has announced that it will open three new-build hotels in Qatar in spring 2018 under its Tivoli and Oaks brands.  Launching in April, Tivoli Al Najada Doha Hotel is in the…

Minor adjusts hotels operations

Megha Paul Mar 25, 2020

Minor International, a global hotel group headquartered in Bangkok, will temporarily suspend operations at some hotels in Thailand, neighbouring Malaysia and Europe. Group chief…

Hotels

Here’s what went down during the Hyatt-Minor drama – What’s next for NH Hotels?

Kristin Mariano Aug 10, 2018

One of the major news in the hospitality industry last week was Spanish hotel company NH Hotel Group receiving two suitors – Thai group, Minor International, and U.S. based Hyatt Hotels…

Hospitality

Thailand’s Minor International to take over NH Hotels

Kristin Mariano Jun 7, 2018

Thailand’s hotel and restaurant giant Minor International purchased Chinese conglomerate HNA Group’s 25.2% stake of Spanish hotel group NH Hotel for US$729 million (€619 m).

Hotels

Where to Stay: New APAC hotels from Hilton, Dusit, Minor and more…

Mark Elliott May 17, 2017

Novotel Lucknow Gomti Nagar Location: In the centre of Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh Grade: Midscale Keys: 106 Facilities: Four F&B outlets including a rooftop…

Reports

Hotels in January 2025 showed steady occupancy growth in India: HVS-ANAROCK

Kanchan Nath Mar 3, 2025

HVS-ANAROCK shares that 2025 has begun on a strong note for the Indian hotel sector, with occupancy rising by 2-4 % year-on-year (y-o-y) in Jan 2025

Hotels

Minor International partners with Royal Holdings to enter Japan’s luxury and lifestyle hotel market

Kanchan Nath Jan 29, 2025

Minor International Public Company Limited (MINT), the parent company of Minor Hotels, and Royal Holdings Co., Ltd. (Royal), a Tokyo Stock Exchange-listed hotel and restaurant operator,…

Hotels

Anantara Hotels & Resorts to Introduce modern luxury to Bali’s Seseh Beach

Kanchan Nath May 29, 2024

Global hotel owner and operator Minor Hotels is announcing the signing of an agreement to manage a new-build resort and branded residences on the Indonesian island of Bali.

Hotels

Avani Hotels & Resorts to debut in the Netherlands

Kanchan Nath Mar 21, 2024

Minor Hotels, a global hospitality group operating more than 540 hotels in 56 countries, is introducing Avani Hotels & Resorts to the Netherlands in Q2 of this year.

Hotels

Tivoli Hotels & Resorts celebrate 90 years of history with new timeless experiences

Kanchan Nath Jul 7, 2023

In 2023, Tivoli Hotels & Resorts is celebrating 90 years of timeless travels, a time to evoke nine decades of incredible stories,

Associations

Phuket Hotels Association empowers Thai hospitality executives with third Cornell University Scholarship

Kanchan Nath Jun 12, 2023

The Phuket Hotels Association, a non-profit organisation representing 88 of the island’s top hotels and resorts, is delighted to announce the latest recipient of its scholarship for talented…

Hotels

Anantara Hotels and Resorts announces new resort in Thailand’s untouched island paradise of Koh Yao Yai

Kristin Mariano Jun 6, 2022

Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas, is expanding its Thailand footprint with the addition of Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort slated to open in December 2022.

IoT tech takes strain off hotels, quarantine facilities

Kristin Mariano Apr 16, 2020

Tech firm Essence Group, along with partner FocusCura, are installing their remote monitoring tele-care technology to provide support to COVID-19 patients who have been discharged from…

Hospitality

Anantara Hotels extends footprint in Europe, launches first luxury resort in Spain

Megha Paul Jul 23, 2019

Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas has launched its first property in Spain – the exclusive Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Benahavis Marbella Resort. Situated on Spain’s Southern coast…

Hotels

Avani Hotels to expand in Vietnam with three properties

Tian Tolentino Mar 19, 2019

Expanding its current portfolio in Vietnam, Avani Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of three new properties in Ho Chi Minh, Vung Tau, and Cam Ranh.

Hotels

AccorHotels files tender offer to boost development in Central Europe

Tian Tolentino Nov 27, 2018

AccorHotels has filed a tender with the Polish Financial Supervision Authority to purchase remaining shares of Orbis, headquartered in Poland.

Hotels

Minor Group takes 10% stake in Global Hotel Alliance for USD 3.2 million

Alastair Newport Nov 2, 2018

Thai hospitality and investment group Minor Hotels has revealed today that it has upped its commitment to Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), by taking a stake in the independent hotel…

Hotels

China Lodging Group and TPG purchase 2 Beijing hotels for USD20 million

Alastair Newport Jan 30, 2018

China Lodging Group (Huazhu), a fast-growing multi-brand hotel group in China, has announced it has formed a joint venture with TPG Capital Asia (TPG). The deal is an 80 -20% split -- in…

Hotels

Where to Stay: new hotels in Hua Hin, Manila, Mauritius and more

Mark Elliott Jul 13, 2017

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…

Appointments

The latest appointments from Vistara, Millennium Hotels and more

Mark Elliott Jul 12, 2017

LESLIE THNG has been appointed CEO of Vistara, Singapore Airlines' Indian joint venture. Thng, a former chief executive of SilkAir, was previously the chief commercial officer of Budget…

Hotels

Where to Stay: new hotels in China, India, Australia and more

Mark Elliott Jul 10, 2017

Element Foshan Nanhai Location: In Shishan Town, close to Nanhai Central Park in southern China's Guangdong province Grade: Upscale Keys: 329 Facilities: Restaurant, lounge, 24/7…

Appointments

The latest appointments from Sabre, Minor and more

Mark Elliott Jun 21, 2017

PIETER VAN DER HOEVEN has become Minor Hotels' new area general manager for Vietnam. Based at the Anantara Hoi An, he will now oversee the operations and sales of all Minor hotel brands…

Appointments

The latest appointments from Garuda, AccorHotels, Amadeus and more…

Mark Elliott Apr 19, 2017

LAURENT A. VOIVENEL has joined Swiss-Belhotel International as senior vice president of operations & development for the Middle East, Africa & India. A seasoned industry…

Hotels

Where to Stay: New hotels in Thailand, China, UAE and more…

Mark Elliott Mar 30, 2017

Grand Mercure Zhengzhou West Location: Overlooking Donglin Lake, a scenic area close to the Zhengzhou, the capital of central China's Henan province Grade: Upscale Keys: 180…

United States

Where to Stay: New hotels in India, Indonesia, China, the US and more

Mark Elliott Jan 26, 2017

Oaks Bodhgaya Location: In the Indian town of Bodhgaya, a UNESCO site where Buddha is said to have found enlightenment Grade: Upscale Keys: 78 Facilities: Gymnasium, a rooftop…

Hotels

Where to Stay: New hotels in Hong Kong, India, Vietnam and more…

Mark Elliott Jan 17, 2017

Silka Tsuen Wan Location: Tsuen Wan district of Hong Kong, on the way to Disneyland and airport Grade: Midscale Keys: 419 Facilities: Gym, restaurant, coffee shop, smartphones in…

Hospitality

GHA DISCOVERY grows by 18% in 2024 to 623,000 members in India

Kanchan Nath Mar 21, 2025

India’s luxury travel sector experiences unprecedented growth, Global Hotel Alliance and two of its hotel brands – The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts and Minor Hotels – have reaffirmed…

Hotels

NH Bangkok Asoke opens with 95 keys in Thailand

Kanchan Nath Mar 17, 2025

Minor Hotels has announced the latest addition to its NH Hotels & Resorts portfolio with the opening of NH Bangkok Asoke on 1 March 2025

Hotels

Anantara Thousand Island Lake Resort to open with 160 keys in Oct 2027 in Hangzhou City, China

Kanchan Nath Feb 27, 2025

Minor Hotels and its Chinese joint venture, Funyard Minor, have partnered with YouChao International Tourism Hotel Co. Ltd. to develop Anantara Thousand Island Lake Resort.

Global

Judd Rabbidge takes helm of Avani+ Fares Maldives

Marga Manlapig Jul 22, 2024

Minor Hotels announced the appointment of Judd Rabbidge as general manager of Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort.

Eturbo News

Anantara Angkor Resort launches private Temple Dining Experience

Harry Johnson Nov 24, 2022 0

Anantara Angkor Resort, a part of Minor Hotels and a peaceful sanctuary at the crossroads of Cambodia’s past and present, offers travellers a rare and captivating Temple Dining experience…

Hotels

Anantara Vacation Club enhances partnership with Emirates Skywards

Alastair Newport Feb 20, 2018

When booking with Anantara Vacation Club, Emirates Skywards members will now earn 3,000 Skywards Miles, receive discounts of up to 70% and enjoy additional benefits in Bangkok and Phuket.…

Hotels

Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas named One of TIME’s World’s Greatest Places of 2025

Kanchan Nath Mar 24, 2025

Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas, a luxury island hideaway in Southern Thailand’s Phang Nga Bay, has been named one of the world’s 100 most exciting destinations to visit right now…

Hospitality

WeHub’s 2025 Meet the Experts conference to bring Vietnamese hospitality and real estate to the forefront

Marga Manlapig Feb 25, 2025

WeHub’s Meet the Experts (MTE), one of Asia’s largest conferences for the real estate and hospitality sectors, makes its way to Ho Chi Minh City on 18th March.

Macau

HBX Group offers a first glimpse of the MarketHub Asia 2025 agenda

Kanchan Nath Jan 29, 2025

HBX Group has shared a sneak peek into its signature annual convention, MarketHub Asia 2025.

Hotels

H Collection Gent opens after a large-scale renovation

Kanchan Nath Nov 19, 2024

NH Collection Gent officially opened its doors on the 4th of November 2024, following a large-scale renovation of what was formally NH Hotel Gent Belford.

HR & Careers

Journey Beyond announces five new appointments

Marga Manlapig Oct 22, 2024

Journey Beyond announced the addition of five new positions to its sales team as part of its ongoing global expansion initiative.

Awards

Travel and hospitality initiatives celebrated at TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards – Thailand 2024

Dana Cruz Oct 18, 2024

The awards programme honoured top companies that elevate travel and hospitality experiences in Thailand.

MICE

HBX Group announces MarketHubs 2025, with the theme “Connecting Horizons”

Kanchan Nath Oct 14, 2024

HBX Group is once again bringing together the world's leading travel industry professionals at its MarketHubs, with dates confirmed for 2025 for Asia and Europe in Macau and the Algarve.

MICE

Visa-free policy and fresh attractions drive Phu Quoc’s rise as a MICE destination

Marga Manlapig Oct 2, 2024

Phu Quoc in Vietnam has steadily risen over the past several years as a MICE destination with great potential thanks to two key factors.

Hotels

TDM successfully concludes Hotelier “Revenue beyond the Room” round table

Kanchan Nath Jul 23, 2024

The TDM Agilysys Hotelier “Revenue beyond the room” round table was held today morning at the Hyatt Regency Sukhumvit, Bangkok, Thailand. 

MICE

MarketHub by HBX Group gathers industry leaders in Istanbul

Kanchan Nath Jun 21, 2024

HBX Group has revealed the latest details for the upcoming MarketHub Europe, taking place from 26-27 June 2024 at the Hilton Bomonti Istanbul.

Global

HBX Group reveals speakers to participate in the MarketHub Americas “New Frontiers”

Kanchan Nath May 22, 2024

As the excitement mounts for the MarketHub Americas by HBX Group, set to take place from 4-7 June at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas and Resorts World Las Vegas, the company has revealed the…

Awards

IWTA Awards 2024 celebrates women shining in the travel industry

Kanchan Nath Apr 29, 2024

With the theme: “Speak Up. Stand Out. Be the Voice that Inspires Inclusion” the highly anticipated Inspiring Women in Travel – Asia (IWTA) Awards 2024 returned to recognise and celebrate…

Awards

Get rolling for the glitz and glamour of the IWTA Awards Gala 2024 

Kanchan Nath Apr 26, 2024

With the theme: “Speak Up. Stand Out. Be the Voice that Inspires Inclusion” the highly anticipated Inspiring Women in Travel – Asia (IWTA) Awards 2024 returns to recognise and celebrate…

Associations

APOLA launches at TTF 2024

Kanchan Nath Jan 25, 2024

The Asia Pacific Outdoor Lodging Association (APOLA) was founded on the initiative of Robert Hecker, Bill Barnett, and Paul Dean at the PHIST conference in Phuket. The Association was…

Awards

LIV Hospitality Design Awards Strengthens Global Influence with Eight Industry Leaders Joining Esteemed Jury Panel

Chris Head Nov 15, 2023

As the hospitality industry continues to evolve and raise the bar for design and guest experiences, these newly appointed jury members bring an array of expertise and fresh perspectives that…

Global

India remains key growth market for Southeast Asia

Kanchan Nath Jul 18, 2023

Indian tourists are streaming into Southeast Asia, cementing the position as a key growth market for a travel and tourism sector that is feeling the pinch of China's slower-than-expected…

Features

The Role of a Revenue Manager in Uncertain Economic Times

Kristin Mariano May 19, 2023

Operating through uncertain and disrupted economic environments is nothing new to hotel owners. Given the typical decades-long lifespan of a property, hotel owners and investors will…

MICE

61% of UAE residents willing to pay for sustainable tourism experiences

Kanchan Nath Apr 12, 2023

Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important consideration within the Middle East’s luxury travel sector, especially in the UAE where 61% of residents say they are willing to pay a…

Hotels

UAE’s first NH Collection hotel to open on Palm Jumeirah in February

Kanchan Nath Dec 29, 2022

UAE-headquartered upscale real estate developer, Seven Tides, has confirmed that the Emirates’ first NH Collection hotel will open its doors to the public in February 2023.

Hotels

TAT promotes ‘Vivaha in Amazing Thailand’.

Kanchan Nath Sep 5, 2022

Tourism Authority of Thailand, (TAT) New Delhi recently organised a networking session for Indian wedding planners, Thai hotel representatives and a few luxury agents based in New Delhi.…

Avani+ Khao Lak Resort opens on Thailand’s stunning Phang Nga Coastline

Chris Head Mar 8, 2022

Avani Hotels announces the opening of Avani+ Khao Lak Resort a 327-key oceanfront property located on the sandy shores of Bangsak Beach in Thailand’s Phang Nga. The brand’s largest resort in…

Anantara launches “Time for Thailand” travel campaign

Kristin Mariano Nov 18, 2021

To support the country’s reopening and to give travellers a snapshot of what they have been missing, Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas has launched the ‘Time for Thailand’ travel campaign.

Hotels

Anantara expands luxury portfolio with Anantara Ubud Bali Resort

Kristin Mariano Aug 31, 2021

Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas further asserts its position as the world’s leading luxury lodging provider with the announcement of Anantara Ubud Bali Resort.

Hotels

Stay with peace of mind in Anantara Hoi An Resort and Anantara Quy Nhon Villas

Kristin Mariano Jul 7, 2020

Anantara luxury resorts introduced the Stay With Peace Of Mind programme to ensure that you can rest well from check-in to check-out.

New quality assurance director at Absolute Hotel Services

Megha Paul Feb 6, 2020

Frank Clovyn, senior vice president of operations in Asia at Absolute Hotel Services has announced the appointment of Sathit Mansuwan as director of quality assurance. Mansuwan is a…

Hotels

Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas: Authentic luxury on Malaysia’s golden shores

Tian Tolentino Jan 31, 2020

Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas has announced the debut of its first luxury hotel in Malaysia, a spectacular beachfront property in the country’s south-eastern coastline featuring…

Anantara hits the hat-trick Marker in Europe

Alastair Newport Oct 28, 2019

Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas is all set to open its third European property. Expecting to make its Irish debut within the next few months, the rebranded The Marker Hotel in Dublin…

Thailand

“A lucrative opportunity for us to collaborate”: TCEB signs MOU with the Foreign Chamber Alliance

Alastair Newport Apr 24, 2019

The Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) announced a new agreement with the FCA (Foreign Chamber Alliance, representing Australia, Germany, USA and the UK), to push the…

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

Play the HARP, save the corals

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Feb 20, 2019

Conservation is key for resorts that dwell on the beauty of its natural surroundings. We recently reported the coral reef conservation work undertaken by The Andaman in Langkawi and…

Hotels

Just in: Avani+ comes to Koh Samui

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Dec 20, 2018

Avani Hotels & Resorts is expanding its portfolio in Thailand with the launch of Avani+ Samui, an upscale resort situated by Taling Ngam Bay on Koh Samui’s southwest shore. This secluded…

Global

HR Executive Summit: Connecting, informing and developing

Alastair Newport Oct 13, 2018

A little over a month after the success TD GM Summit, it was time for the TD events team to once again swing into action.

Hotels

AVANI signs second hotel in Busan, South Korea

Tian Tolentino Oct 1, 2018

AVANI Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing for its second South Korean property, located in Busan’s city centre.

Hotels

Anantara enters untapped market in Chengdu, China

Tian Tolentino Jul 25, 2018

Anantara Hotels and Resorts has announced plans to diversify its portfolio in China by launching a luxury hotel brand in the Qingyang District of Chengdu with the opening of Anantara Jinsha…

Features

AVANI levels up with AVANI+ brand reconfiguration

Michael Mackey Mar 14, 2018

Minor Hotels' new brand extension, AVANI+, aims to take things slightly higher by using, “a little bit extra” to enhance the existing brand without creating a new one. We spoke to…

Hotels

A very fine hotel rises in Muscat

Simon Willmore Dec 20, 2017 21

The city of Muscat is best known to travellers as ‘a very elegant town with very fine houses’ due to building policies that enforce cleanliness and traditional design elements. Portuguese…

Face‑to‑Face

Face-to-face: Clinton Lovell, general manager of Avani Atrium Bangkok

Jill Sayles Oct 17, 2017

1) Tell us a bit about AVANI Hotels?  AVANI Hotels are the new upscale brand of Minor Hotels. Today there are 18 AVANI hotels with seven more due to open in the next year or 18 months…

Asia

Anantara Hoi An Resort joins Kianh Foundation for Dollars For Deeds programme

Alastair Newport Oct 4, 2017 16

Anantara Hoi An Resort joined hands the Kianh Foundation - a not-for-profit charity providing full-time, customised, special needs curriculum for children with disabilities in Quang Nam…

Hotels

New-build AVANI hotel planned for Dubai

Gemma Greenwood Jan 26, 2017

Minor Hotels has signed a management agreement with UAE-based master developer Nakheel for a new AVANI hotel in Dubai. The 372-key AVANI Ibn Battuta Dubai Hotel will be developed by…

Hotels

Oaks debuts in India with new Bodhgaya hotel

Mark Elliott Jan 24, 2017

Oaks Hotels & Resorts, the Australian brand acquired by Thailand's Minor Hotels, has made its debut in India with the opening of the opening of Oaks Bodhgaya. The new hotel is located…

Tourism

Goa gears up for Shigmo, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti, and Carnaval

Kanchan Nath Jan 27, 2025

Goa is all set to celebrate its most iconic festivals—Shigmotsav, Carnaval, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti—with grand fervour

Reports

Consumers in favour of sustainable travel but cost is king: WTTC

Kanchan Nath Jan 25, 2025

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) unveiled its latest report, exploring the critical gap between travellers’ desire for sustainable options and their actual behaviour.

Tourism Boards

New York City Tourism on track to finish 2024 with USD79 billion in economic impact

Kanchan Nath Dec 23, 2024

New York City’s tourism industry continued showing remarkable strength in 2024, moving closer to a full recovery with an estimated total economic impact of $79 billion across the city and…

Hospitality

Banyan Tree marks 30th anniversary by encouraging guests to rediscover the romance of travel

Marga Manlapig Sep 26, 2024

Banyan Group flagship Banyan Tree invites guests to rediscover the romance of travel and engage in a curated collection of anniversary experiences from now till 31st December 2024.

Appointments

Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas appoints Jaswinder Kaur as Rooms Division Manager

Kanchan Nath May 24, 2024

Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas, an award-winning property nestled within one of Malaysia’s most exclusive integrated luxury resorts, welcomed Jaswinder Kaur as new Rooms Division…

Hotels

Global Hotel Alliance celebrates 20th anniversary at IHIF EMEA in Berlin

Kanchan Nath Apr 23, 2024

UAE-headquartered Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, celebrated its 20th anniversary this week in Berlin at the International Hospitality…

Hotels

Another record result for the Motel One Group as it closes 2023 financial year

Kanchan Nath Apr 10, 2024

The Motel One Group continues its success story and closes the 2023 financial year with a record turnover of EUR 852 million (previous year: EUR 639 million) – an increase of around 33% on…

Hotels

Cheval Collection joins Global Hotel Alliance

Kanchan Nath Apr 8, 2024

Cheval Collection has signed an agreement with Global Hotel Alliance to be the first serviced apartment operator in Europe to join their loyalty programme, GHA DISCOVERY.

Partner content

DreamMaster on Crafting Unforgettable Sleep Experiences

Kristin Mariano Dec 13, 2023

As the self-proclaimed "Sleep Master," the brand has carved its niche in the competitive landscape of the hospitality industry. Suppharaj Chokwonganun, the Managing Director of Sleepwell…

MICE

ATM 2024 will showcase the latest trends in luxury travel

Kanchan Nath Dec 2, 2023

The Middle East’s luxury travel market is evolving rapidly, extending beyond opulent experiences to incorporate heritage, innovation and sustainability.

Global

Raising the bar in travel and tourism: MarketHub Asia in Bangkok

Kristin Mariano Nov 16, 2023

As industry leaders prepare for MarketHub Asia next week, Hotelbeds promises to uncover the latest and most crucial trends in the world of travel with the presence of renowned speakers such…

MICE

Raising the bar in travel and tourism: MarketHub Asia in Bangkok

Kanchan Nath Nov 15, 2023

As industry leaders prepare for MarketHub Asia, Hotelbeds promises to uncover the latest and most crucial trends in the world of travel with the presence of renowned speakers such as Google,…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Agoda reveals in-flight frustrations

Kanchan Nath Sep 1, 2023

With travellers across the globe raring to take off on new adventures, digital travel platform Agoda unveils a candid exploration of the less glamorous side of air travel.

Insurance

The most common types of summer holiday incidents and how you can claim 

Kanchan Nath Aug 29, 2023

Around 71.0 million visits abroad were made by Brits in 2022, and one-third of the country plans to go abroad twice this year, despite the cost of living.

Tourism

The most common types of summer holiday incidents and how you can claim

Kristin Mariano Aug 17, 2023

Around 71.0 million visits abroad were made by Brits in 2022, and one-third of the country plans to go abroad twice this year, despite the cost of living. After months of…

Hospitality

Marriott International celebrates its 500th hotel in Greater China

Kristin Mariano Jun 21, 2023

Marriott International has announced the highly anticipated opening of its 500th hotel in Greater China – Rissai Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve. The milestone marks Marriott’s…

MICE

MarketHub Americas asks ‘Where Next?’ for travel

Kanchan Nath Apr 27, 2023

Tourism leaders for across the world are preparing to gather in Cancun, Mexico, next month to debate “Where Next?” for the travel industry at the 10th edition of the MarketHub Americas by…

MICE

MarketHub Europe to welcome 400 tourism leaders  

Kanchan Nath Mar 28, 2023

Europe’s leading names in travel and tourism will gather in  Amsterdam this week for the MarketHub Europe. Organised by Hotelbeds, the event combines a  conference and trade show at the nhow…

MICE

‘MarketHub Europe’ to debate the future of travel at the nhow Amsterdam RAI from 28-31 March 2023

Kanchan Nath Mar 21, 2023

Google, the World Travel and Tourism Council, Morgan Stanley and the Global Sustainability Tourism Council will take the top billing at this month’s MarketHub Europe by Hotelbeds as the…

Tourism

Thailand Lifts COVID-19 Border Restrictions In October

Joe Cusmano Sep 28, 2022

Thailand plans to lift the remaining Covid-19 restrictions, bringing the country’s emergency declaration to a conclusion on 1 October. The country’s Centre of COVID-19 Situation…

South East Asia Hotel Investors’ Summit (SEAHIS) opens in Bangkok to record numbers

Andrew Wood Jun 29, 2022

BANGKOK: SEAHIS 2022 opened today with a record attendance and record sponsors. With over 100 speakers and with 40% of attendees being hotel owners or owners representatives the conference…

car rental

71% of Europeans will be traveling this summer

Harry Johnson Jun 15, 2022

The findings of 21st edition of the Holiday Barometer have been announced today. The survey was conducted among 15,000 people across 15 countries. The survey was taken between April 26 and…

Hotels

Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas Launches Surf Lessons for Couples, Families and Solo Thrill-Seekers Travelling to Malaysia’s East Coast

Chris Head Dec 9, 2021

Blessed with year-round sunshine and consistent waves from October to March, Desaru Coast is home to a number of surf beaches little known outside its home state of Johor. To give visitors a…

Middle East hotel sector sees continued recovery

Megha Paul Nov 24, 2021

Hotel demand across the majority of Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets is expected to achieve parity with 2019 levels of performance in 2022

Heart of London’s East End witnesses Canopy by Hilton’s UK debut

Megha Paul Oct 26, 2021

Set within the multi-million-pound Minories development close to Aldgate station, the eco-conscious Canopy by Hilton provides the perfect base for design conscious travellers looking to…

ITB China announces the Maldives as Official Island Travel Partner 2021 for Shanghai event in November

Megha Paul Oct 19, 2021

In 2021 Maldives will be the Official Island Travel Partner for the upcoming ITB China, set to take place from 24 – 26 November as a physical event in Shanghai, with a virtual extension from…

Airlines and Aviation

Jetstar launches promo fare to Fiji from $199

Joe Cusmano Oct 13, 2021

Fiji's government declared two days ago that it will reopen to Australians in December, and it appears that travelling there has gotten a lot easier thanks to Jetstar.

Tourism Boards

Day trip to Batangas: 5 things to do

Kristin Mariano Jun 15, 2021

If you only have a few days to spend in the Philippines, don’t think that Manila is the only place you can explore. A day trip to Batangas is very hard to pass.

Thailand

Thailand Tourism industry gathers to “unite, unify and usher in a bright future”

Alastair Newport Mar 26, 2021

More than 400 tourism leaders and industry gurus gathered in Bangkok – in a safe and socially-distanced format – for the 10th annual edition of the Thailand Tourism Forum 2021 (TTF),…

Tourism

Why a July reopening is ideal for vaccinated tourists to travel freely in Thailand

Kristin Mariano Mar 5, 2021

TD (virtually) sat down with Willem Niemeijer, CEO of YAANA Ventures, and talked about why July is the ideal date for Thailand reopening and for vaccinated tourists to travel freely across…

Reopening updates

Open Thailand Safely campaign: Tourism sector seeks to reopen country by 1 July

Kristin Mariano Mar 2, 2021

Several leading international tourism companies in Thailand have launched a campaign to reopen the country’s borders from 1 July 2021.

Features

Bringing HK residents home: HKD1 for 21-night quarantine!

Kristin Mariano Feb 15, 2021

Ovolo Hotel and its local partners are working towards bringing stranded Hong Kong residents back home.

Tourism

Phuket to greet vaccinated visitors without quarantine by October

Joe Cusmano Feb 10, 2021

The most popular Thai resort island famous for its beaches is planning to fully reopen to vaccinated tourists by October to revive its tourism industry.

Relying on Tourism is now unacceptable for Thailand

Andrew J. Wood - eTN Thailand Dec 20, 2020

According to a Thai government Minister’s speech, it becomes clear that tourism will never be allowed to recover to previous levels.

Thailand’s Hotel industry is bleeding to death – demand govt action

Andrew Wood Nov 20, 2020

Thailand has reported just 3,880 Covid-19 cases and 60 deaths since the start of the pandemic and is considered one of the lowest risk countries in the world.

Thailand’s reopening “Phuket model” meets resistance and doubts from stakeholders

Kristin Mariano Sep 1, 2020

Thailand’s reopening dubbed as the “Phuket model” was proposed by the Thai government to kick off in October as its first step in reopening its borders.

Hotels

Iberostar offers free medical insurance on every direct booking

Kristin Mariano Aug 26, 2020

Iberostar Hotels and Resorts add another layer of security by offering Iberostar Extra Care Insurance, a medical insurance for free!

Features

A Practical Guide to Recovery Post C-19

Andrew Wood Apr 3, 2020

BANGKOK: As our travel and tourism industry struggles with the ongoing C-19 crisis, with hotels and tourism businesses closing and their teams laid off, the industry is being decimated.…

Revenge travelling will happen, the question is WHEN?

Anita Chan Mar 23, 2020

Do you know what Chinese are talking now? They are talking about ‘Revenge Spending’ (报复性消费).

Interviews

“A labour of love”: StayWell Holdings celebrates spectacular London debut

Tian Tolentino Nov 20, 2019

In this exclusive interview, TD speaks with Fiona Godfrey, StayWell Holdings' Global Director of Revenue Generation, about the hotel's highly-anticipated debut, infusing Japanese hospitality…

Technology

HRS completes merger with the Lido Group in Australia/New Zealand

Kristin Mariano Sep 10, 2019

HRS announced a merger with the Lido Group, a prominent provider of automated hotel and hospitality technology in Australia and New Zealand.

Sports Tourism

Hotel shortage looms as Tokyo Olympics draws closer

Tian Tolentino Jul 30, 2019

According to researchers and local officials, sports fans could be facing a hotel shortage as Tokyo 2020 approaches, despite construction efforts.

Tourism Boards

Culinary Journeys With Anantara unveiled

Megha Paul Jun 27, 2019

In a celebration of world cuisines, Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas launched the new Culinary Journeys with Anantara coffee-table book, sponsored by the Tourism Authority of Thailand…

Hotels

Hot hotel openings: MGallery Hotel de la Coupole and more

Tian Tolentino Jan 11, 2019

On our list this Friday, we’ve got a luxury resort by acclaimed designer Bill Bensley, a new seafront property in the resort town of Hua Hin, and more.

Hotels

2018 in review: Movers and shakers in the hotel space

Tian Tolentino Jan 2, 2019

Mergers, acquisitions, and billion-dollar funding rounds — so much have happened in 2018 and so I’ve thought of compiling them into one bite-sized piece.

Hospitality

Glass ceiling cracks: Sharihan Al Mashary becomes first female GM in Dubai

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Dec 12, 2018

Emaar Hospitality Group's newest appointee at Manzil Downtown, Sharihan Al Mashary, is dubai’s first female Emirati general manager.

Technology

Hotelbeds: Year-end review and forecast trends for 2019

Tian Tolentino Dec 11, 2018

Tech provider and distributor Hotelbeds has released industry comments and insights about the year in travel and its forecasts for 2019.

Hotels

AVANI cuts to the chase, moves front desks closer to extinction

Tian Tolentino May 22, 2018

Catering to modern travellers who want bookings and check-ins fast and done online, AVANI Hotels & Resorts has introduced online pre-arrival check-ins at its properties worldwide.

Hospitality

Howzat! AVANI’s latest opening makes a hat-trick in Oceania

Alastair Newport Apr 3, 2018

After the completion of AVANI Metropolis Auckland Residences in New Zealand October 2017, AVANI Hotels & Resorts have returned to Oceania to open their second site in Australia, and…

Technology

CBInsights reviews 2017 trends in travel tech start-ups and investments

Simon Willmore Jan 10, 2018

Tech analyst company CBInsights argues that travel tech is evolving faster than Pokemon.

Hotels

MSpa International appoint Patrick Huey as Group Director of Spa – Asia

Alastair Newport Sep 24, 2017

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…

Face‑to‑Face

Q&A – Alberto Lema, head of tourism, A Coruña

Jill Sayles Jul 14, 2017

How have UK visitor statistics compared this year with last?   We are experiencing a relevant increase in numbers of UK visitors to A Coruña. International tourism is still a…

Attractions

38 killed as “deranged man” attacks Resorts World Manila

Mark Elliott Jun 3, 2017

The death toll from Friday's attack on Resorts World Manila has risen to 38, including the attacker who is reported to have set himself on fire in a hotel room. CNN Philippines reports…

UK

Travel Counsellors uncover the magic of Marrakech

Mark Elliott Mar 26, 2017

Travel Counsellors descended on Morocco last week for an extensive, activity-packed fam trip that provided deep insights into the country’s tourism products and potential. The five-day…

Road

Corporates embracing ride-sharing services

Gemma Greenwood Jan 31, 2017

Ride-sharing services are now allowed by one-half (50%) of all corporate travel policies, a jump from 44% in June 2016, according to the GBTA Business Traveler Sentiment Index Global Report…

Face‑to‑Face

The Next Wave of Mobile Booking

Simon Willmore Jan 21, 2017 0

The Next Wave of Mobile Booking Published October 2016 Brandie Wright  Research Analyst Despite Lower-Than-Expected Growth in Smartphone Transactions, Mobile Will…