Sterling Mantra Haridwar opens with 40 keys
Sterling Holiday Resorts has announced the launch of Sterling Mantra Haridwar, their fifth property in Uttarakhand.
New mantra! Smart recovery to maximise tourism value for communities in the Pacific
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), which represents 20 Pacific Island governments and also enlists a large private sector membership base, has partnered with international tourism…
Specialist travel the new mantra, reveals AITO
As final Brexit negotiations start this week, British travellers aren’t holding off on their holiday plans with 80% claiming that leaving the EU has had no effect on them whatsoever.…
Nordic Inspiration: Mantra Chatswood Sydney gets multi-million dollar makeover
Mantra Chatswood Sydney has received a multi-million dollar refurbishment, which has transformed the hotel into a contemporary urban oasis with scores of sophistication. Simple yet…
Buddycations: India’s new holiday mantra
A recent study commissioned by the private non-life insurer ICICI Lombard has revealed that Indians take vacations with their buddies.
The survey suggests that school or college…
The homecoming: Mantra Samui Resort appoints new GM
In this TD exclusive interview, we talk to Chaivaree Chitrakorn about what she loves the most about Koh Samui and her mission as the new GM.
Get personal: The new mantra of Indian travel startups
Abhas Desai, co-founder of Taxidio Travel India— a DIY travel planner shares his thoughts on travel startups in India and what's in store for them in 2019.
Mantra Samui Resort launches Koh Samui’s first dedicated co-working space
As the trend of working remotely continues to gain popularity, Mantra Samui Resort is leveraging its stunning views and luxury facilities with the opening of Koh Samui’s first dedicated…
Accor becomes Australia’s second biggest employer after USD 1.2 billion acquisition of Mantra Group
Recent weeks have seen a flurry of deals and acquisitions from the French multinational and industry juggernaut Accor. May alone saw the USD 105 million purchase of Chilean hotel group,…
Dheva Mantra Resort & Spa now part of Away Resorts
Bespoke Hospitality Management Asia (BHMAsia) recently added Kanchanaburi-based Dheva Mantra Resort & Spa to its roster of Away Resorts properties.
The Bangkok, Thailand-based…
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…
Mantra signs five in Australia & NZ
Australia's Mantra Group has added five more hotels to its portfolio.
The new signings cover two of its brands - upscale Mantra and luxury Peppers - and five destinations, including…
Mantra Group seals major new Queensland complex
Australia's Mantra Group has agreed to acquire the management rights for Southport Central, a major development on Queensland's Gold Coast.
Located in Southport, 4.6km from Surfers…
Mantra将管理南澳大利亚大型度假村
Mantra集团近日被任命管理南澳大利亚约克半岛的一座新度假村。
该度假村距离阿德莱德约160千米，将于今年晚期开业。度假村位于一项投资1.61亿美元综合开发区的一部分，这一开发区将使海滨18.5公顷的陆地变为一处娱乐、MICE中心。
该综合区里将设有一栋两层楼高的会议场所、电影院、便利店和咖啡厅。
“我们非常激动Mantra能来管理我们的首座一流度假村，”Alex…
Mantra to manage resort in major South Australian development
Mantra Group has been appointed to manage a new resort on South Australia's Yorke Peninsula.
Located 160km from Adelaide, the upscale Wallaroo Shores Resort is expected to open later this…
堪培拉Mantra酒店2016年将开业
Mantra Group近日在澳大利亚首都堪培拉签订了一家新酒店的管理协议。
计划于2016年晚期开业，堪培拉Mantra酒店将位于改造后的现有10层楼高的办公塔里。在翻新后，这座建筑将拥有176间客房，包括一系列两卧室套间。酒店设施包括一间餐厅和酒吧，会议中心以及体育馆等。…
Mantra secures new hotel in Australian capital
Mantra Group has secured the lease of a new hotel in Australia's capital city, Canberra.
Scheduled to open in late 2016, Mantra Canberra Hotel will mark a conversion of an existing…
Mantra新签下澳洲最大公寓式酒店
Mantra Group将开始运营位于冲浪者天堂的全澳洲最大的公寓式酒店。
Mantra接管了Chevron Renaissance中心项目，将管理位于3座50层高大楼里的共711间服务式公寓。
该地产已经重命名为Mantra Towers of Chevron Surfers…
Mantra signs Australia’s largest apartment hotel
Mantra Group has started operating Australia's largest apartment hotel, located in Surfers Paradise.
The company has taken over the running of the Towers of Chevron Renaissance, which…
Mantra brings Peppers to Adelaide
Australia’s Mantra Group has launched its first upscale Peppers hotel in Adelaide.
The former Rendezvous hotel, located on Waymouth Street in the centre of the city, has now been…
Mantra Group plots 2016 expansion
Mantra Group, the Australia-based hotel company, has announced plans to continue its expansion in 2015-16 financial year, with the addition of more properties and a focus on attracting…
澳大利亚Mantra集团推出巴厘岛第二家酒店
澳大利亚Mantra集团继续着在东南亚的发展，日前刚在巴厘岛签订新管理协议。
Mantra于2013年在巴厘岛推出首家酒店，位于巴厘岛南部的Peppers Sentosa Seminyak，占地2.4公顷。现在在巴厘岛努沙杜瓦片区推出新Mantra Sakala海滩俱乐部酒店，将提供261间客房，这也是Mantra在巴厘岛的第二座地产。…
Mantra continues Asian expansion with second Bali resort
Australia's Mantra Group has secured another management contract in Bali, as it continues its expansion in Southeast Asia.
The company, which launched its first property in Bali in 2013,…
Mantra acquires Outrigger Australia
Mantra Group has entered into an agreement to acquire Outrigger Hotels & Resorts Australia.
The deal, which is worth AU$29.5 million (US$22.7m), will see Mantra take ownership of four…
Mantra selects SiteMinder for online distribution
Australia's Mantra Group has selected SiteMinder to manage its online distribution.
The move will see SiteMinder integrate Mantra’s central reservation system (CRS), SIHOT, with more…
Mantra opens biggest hotel
Mantra Group has added the largest hotel to its network, with the rebranding of the 844-room Bell City hotel complex in Melbourne.
The group now manages the two hotel towers, which it…
Mantra brings BreakFree brand to Christchurch
Mantra Group will continue its growth in New Zealand later this year with the launch of its first BreakFree hotel in Christchurch.
Set to open in April 2015, the BreakFree on Cashel…
Mantra to manage large hotel complex in Melbourne
Mantra Group is set to manage an 844-room complex in Melbourne.
The Australian hotelier has been appointed to operate the Bell City development, which is currently managed by Rydges.…
Mantra adds two hotels in Brisbane
Mantra Group has unveiled two new properties in Brisbane.
The Australian company has signed agreements to develop a new 164-room hotel in the city's Observatory Tower, as well as…
Mantra continues Asian push with Peppers launch
Australia's Mantra Group has continued its push into Asia with the launch of the region's first ever Peppers hotel.
The company has taken over the management of the luxury Sentosa…
Mantra continues Indonesian expansion
Australia's Mantra Group has followed up its recent debut in Indonesia with the signing of the first luxury Peppers hotel in Bali.
The company has signed a management agreement that…
Mantra unveils two more Australian hotels
Mantra Group is continuing to expand in Australia with plans for two new properties in Queensland.
The hotelier, which currently operates more than 115 properties, will rebrand a…
Mantra signs first BreakFree hotel in Bali
Following the recent launch of its first hotel in Bali, Australia's Mantra Group has now unveiled the latest phase of its Asian expansion, with the signing of its first BreakFree…
Mantra moves into Asia with Bali opening
Australia's Mantra Group has fully-opened its first hotel in Asia, the Mantra Nusa Dua Bali.
The company announced today that following a soft-opening earlier this year, it has now…
Mantra adds Australian hotels
Mantra Group has announced plans to open three new hotels across three Australian states.
In New South Wales, Mantra has added the 45-room Pavilion Hotel Wagga Wagga (formerly the All…
Mantra continues NZ expansion
Australian hospitality company, the Mantra Group, has announced plans to open two more properties in New Zealand in 2013.
The addition of the Peppers Portage and Mantra Lake Tekapo this…
Australia’s Mantra Hotels to launch in Asia
Australian hotel group Mantra is set to launch its first hotel in Asia.
Opening in December, the Mantra Nusa Dua in Bali will offer 172 rooms and suites, an indoor-outdoor swimming pool,…
Queensland hotels recovering – Mantra
Mantra Group has reported an upswing in business at its Queensland hotels. Despite the challenges faced in the state, the group reported a 3.7% rise in revenue per available room (revPAR)…
Mantra Melbourne unveils new apartments
Mantra on the Park, Melbourne has unveiled a AU$4 million (US$4.1 million) upgrade to its apartments. All 144 one- and two-bedroom apartments have seen a full refurbishment which includes…
Aussie tennis star to represent Mantra
Mantra Hotels Resorts & Apartments next week launches a major new AU$5 million (US$5.4 million) marketing campaign, featuring former tennis star, Pat Rafter. Starting on 10 July, the…
Mantra rolls-out training for indigenous Australians
Mantra Group's recruitment and training programme for indigenous Australian job seekers in Cairns will now be rolled-out to the broader Tropical North Queensland region.
After retaining…
Mantra’s Queensland resort closes
The Bale Resort in Port Douglas, Queensland, has closed. The resort's management company, Mantra Group, said that the decision was taken by the property's owner, Port Douglas Resorts Pty…
Mantra Group relaunches Gold Coast observation deck
Mantra Group's Q1 Resort & Spa has relaunched its SkyPoint Observation Deck. The new-look deck, complete with lounge bar and restaurant, offers 360
Mantra adds new BreakFree resort in Queensland
Mantra Group has announced the addition of the 98-room Rainbow Shores Resort at Rainbow Beach to its BreakFree portfolio.BreakFree Rainbow Shores Resort has joined the group as a fully…
Mantra Group partners Red Cross
Australian hospitality company, the Mantra Group has announced that it has selected the Red Cross as its National Community Partner. The company will support a variety of Red Cross…
Mantra joins Northern Rivers Tourism campaign
Any local knows the Northern Rivers is worth its 'Salt' when it comes to amazing tourism appeal.So Mantra Group's popular Peppers Salt Resort & Spa has joined forces with Northern Rivers…
Mantra supports breast cancer awareness event
When thousands of people touched by breast cancer stand united within the famed grounds of the MCG in May, leading accommodation provider, Mantra Group will be there in spirit with…
Mantra upgrades Melbourne hotels
11 Jan 10 (TravMedia.com): Leading Australian leisure and corporate accommodation provider Mantra Group has enhanced the guest experience for visitors to Melbourne, upgrading four of…
Mantra checks into New Zealand
Leading accommodation provider Mantra Group has expanded its presence in New Zealand with the launch of a luxury apartment complex in the adventure capital of Queenstown.Officially…
Mantra Group checks-in with strong results
Leading Australian corporate and leisure accommodation provider Mantra Group announced today it was on track for one of its strongest years to date following a major corporate restructure…
Mantra Group to sell hotel rights
Leading Australian corporate and leisure accommodation operator Mantra Group announced plans today to sell the management letting rights (MLRs) to some of its non-core properties as part of…
Mantra confirms strong forward bookings
Holidaymakers are pre-booking their Christmas accommodation in advance, with Mantra Group properties in south-east Queensland, North Queensland and northern NSW experiencing their…
Mantra secures deal for Paradise Centre Apartments
The Mantra Group has successfully negotiated a further 10 year contract to manage one of the Gold Coast's landmark apartment buildings, Paradise Centre Apartments, in Surfers…
Another Mantra in Australia
Mantra Hotels Resorts and Apartments is to launch a resort in Wollongong in New South Wales, Australia.
When it opens in August, Mantra City Beach will offer 168 rooms and conference…
FlyArystan upgrade to new web-based Aviator
FlyArystan are the highly successful LCC in the Air Astana group. In more than 3 years since FlyArystan commenced operations they have established themselves as the premier LCC in Central…
The St. Regis San Francisco and Veuve Clicquot celebrate women
Exquisite Evening Celebrates Female Empowerment and the Release of La Grande Dame 2015 with a Champagne Pairing Dinner
ACCOR announces new appointments across Australia, New Zealand, French Polynesia and Fiji
Anne Gill has taken up the role of Senior Vice President Commercial, Premium, Midscale and Economy, for Accor Pacific
Hues of Holi: A playful celebration
Usher in the spring season as you reconnect with the eternal child in you and embrace the festival of colours in the lap of nature with Woods At Sasan, a modern luxury wellbeing retreat …
GlobalTix partners with Go City to digitise travel services
GlobalTix, Asia's preferred reservation and distribution platform, and Go City, the world's largest attraction pass business, announced a collaboration that will provide convenience and…
Waterbom Bali announces opening of it expansion project in 2023
Waterbom Bali, voted Asia’s #1 waterpark by TripAdvisor’s Travellers Choice Awards 2022, has broken ground on stage one of a massive park expansion, set to open this year as the park also…
Introducing the Accor Hosted Buyer Lounge for AIME 2023
Accor Pacific, Australia and New Zealand’s largest hotel operator, has announced it will deliver a range of limitless experiences and the best in hospitality to the hosted buyers attending…
Accor to open new properties across Australia and New Zealand in 2023
Accor reveals some of its newest properties across Australia and New Zealand that travellers can look forward to visiting in 2023 and beyond.
Accor Pacific launches industry-leading gender affirmation policy
Accor Pacific has introduced a new gender transitioning policy to support its employees to navigate gender identity and affirmation at work.
Govt to launch Swadesh Darshan 2 from January
Prayagraj, Chitrakoot, and Gwalior are among the cities identified in 15 States across the country to be promoted as part of India’s new domestic tourism policy which moves away from…
MyTravelThru claims to be agile airport and non-airport transfer services – how true is it?
Travelling is easy and fun because of the airport transfer services. MyTravelThru was founded by Tan Mai in Vietnam just before the COVID-19 situation.
Vietnam is a popular tourist…
‘Jan bhagidari’ can revolutionise tourism in the country: Reddy
Speaking at the three-day National Conference of State Tourism Ministers at Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh Kishan Reddy, Union Minister of Tourism said that with the pandemic behind us, the…
PHIST, southeast Asia’s biggest and best sustainable tourism forum is back as a live, in person event!
Over 1,000 participants and 30 green exhibitors are expected to gather at Angsana Laguna Phuket on 26 th September 2022 for face-to-face debates, discussions and networking opportunities
Mercure Pakenham set to open in September 2022
The stunning new Mercure Hotel in Pakenham, Victoria is set to open its doors in September 2022.
Fiji Drops All Testing Requirements For Inbound International Travelers
Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort, Top Destination For Families & Multigenerational Travelers Welcomes Back Guests With travel restrictions loosening by the day and more countries fully…
GOPASS Global reveals plans for full risk travel solution
GOPASS Global will expand its focus beyond COVID-related risks to incorporate a full risk assessment model, including social, environmental and geopolitical risks.
Expo 2020 crosses one-billion mark for first time, logs in 13.5 million visits
The number of weekly visits to Expo 2020 Dubai passed the one million mark for the first time since the site opened over 19 weeks ago, climbing to a total of 13,457,400 as of February 14
Sarah Derry appointed Chief Executive Officer Accor Pacific
Accor is pleased to announce Sarah Derry is appointed to the role of Chief Executive Officer Accor Pacific, effective 1 February 2022.
Accor’s The Sebel brand arrives in the Whitsundays
Accor has opened its first The Sebel branded property in the Whitsundays in heart of tropical north Queensland with the opening of The Sebel Whitsundays Airlie Beach today.
Rethinking the future of luxury travel
It’s great to see robust signs of recovery in travel. There is clearly pent-up demand. And specifically, for luxury travel.
Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort, Fiji welcomes back guests as it re-opens to the world
Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort, Fiji, the premier eco-adventure luxury destination in the South Pacific, is more than ready to welcome back its first guests after months being closed to…
How countries are learning to Live with COVID
The mantra is becoming increasingly consistent: we must learn to live with the virus.
European disruptor 25hours gears up to make its mark in Middle East with Dubai debut
25hours Hotel One Central is set to throw its doors open in Q4 2021 in Dubai
Fake vaccine passports threaten travel recovery
As quarantine-free travel has resumed for fully vaccinated passengers returning from amber list countries including Europe, the problem with fake vaccine passports is once again in the…
Once-in-a-lifetime holidays and spontaneous trips: 53% Brits vow to ‘Never say Never’ post-pandemic
As the UK eases out of lockdown and slowly returns to normality, new research carried out by Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) reveals that half (53%) of Brits want to make up for lost time by…
For Accor, the future is always incredibly positive
Simon McGrath, CEO of ACCOR Pacific, has plenty of EQ, and his philosophy is simple: “Keep smiling and the world smiles back at you”.
Fishing where the fish are: How one woman steers 137 Pillars Hotels & Resorts amid the pandemic
2020 started great for Ms. Anne Arrowsmith who was promoted to corporate general manager for 137 Pillars Hotels & Resorts after joining the Group in 2016 and helming the 137 Pillars…
Waterstone opens UK office with Mark Anderson to head new operation
Waterstone, the sales, marketing and communications consultancy focused exclusively on supporting the luxury travel advisor community in North America, has opened a UK office based in London
Accor announces new hotels opening in Australia and New Zealand for 2021
Sofitel Adelaide, and two brand new The Sebel properties, 2021 will be a strong year of new hotel openings for Accor in the Pacific.
Costa Rica unveils ‘Pura Vida Pledge’ for visitors to make sustainable difference post Covid-19
Costa Rican Tourism Board has launched Pura Vida Pledge – a promise to educate visitors about real meaning of responsible tourism to make a true difference to the local communities in the…
The Sarojin offers a honeymoon package that goes beyond romance
The ‘Sarojin Cares Honeymoon’ package combines some of The Sarojin’s most popular romantic activities with unforgettable and rewarding excursions that benefit those most in need around the…
Reopening now: Odisha to reopen tourist destinations from October
Tourism minister of the state said his department has prepared a master plan to promote various destinations in the state to attract tourists
Why millennial travellers will kickstart travel’s recovery and how to attract them
When the coronavirus hit, travel became taboo. We cancelled or deferred our trips and stayed put to stop the virus’s spread. Yet, even as we yearned for the return of our freedom to wander,…
Thailand travel restrictions and health and safety – What can we expect next?
Right at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic I was absolutely sure people will only travel again if they feel it is safe to do so in the new Covid-19 world, and when they have the…
Asia Prepares For Recovery
BANGKOK: How do we sensibly and effectively restart travel and tourism, the industry that employs 1-in-10 workers globally? A workforce that has been decimated by the Covid-19 pandemic.
BestCities enter 20th anniversary as Madrid takes Global Forum baton
BestCities have reached a monumental 20th anniversary milestone off the back of the 2019 Copenhagen Global Forum success, as Madrid takes the baton for the year ahead. The alliance is…
Hot hotel openings: Six Senses’ UK debut and more
This week on hot hotel openings, Six Senses announces its London debut, Accor takes over in the central Queensland market, The Brooklyn Home Company opens The Lake House and more.
Accor takes management of the Mackay Marina Hotel, Queensland
Accor has announced yet another new property, this time in the central Queensland market, after revealing it had acquired a franchise agreement with Mandala Asset Solutions for the recently…
Tune Protect: “Travel without a worry!”
The word ‘travel’ rings in excitement for the traveller, but there is always a voice that whispers in the ear asking ‘’Will everything go smoothly while we are on the go?’’
Cygnett goes to Jodhpur
Cygnett Hotels has launched Cygnett Style Mantra in Jodhpur, the second-largest city in Rajasthan also known as the ‘Gateway to Thar’ and is famous for the mighty Mehrangarh Fort and…
The lifecycle of hotel revenue management
Read on to discover how advanced pricing and forecasting systems can assist with critical business decisions at each key stage of development.
AnaMarina sets new bar in Vietnam’s luxury yacht scene
Scheduled to be completed this year, AnaMarina will be a new home for luxury yachts in Asia, as well as a tourist hot spot for watersports enthusiasts.
Environment-friendly culture: Discovery Shores Boracay embraces sustainability
“We can close Boracay every year, but if the people will not change, it will be all for naught.” Those are the inspiring words of Joegil Magtanggol Escobar, interim manager of Discovery…
Accor releases first-quarter 2019 revenue
Proving to be a dominant figure in the hospitality space, Accor has posted its consolidated first-quarter 2019 revenue which totalled EUR 987 million, up 34.2%.
Building blocks: Construction veteran gives hotel renovation and makeover advice
In this interview, we’re going behind the scenes as project manager Scott Reid talks about his current work, multi-million renovations, and hotel makeover tips!
An escape for the soul: Eco retreats in Europe
Balance Holidays has launched collection of eco-friendly and sustainable retreats in Europe, each offering a range of activities from yoga and mindfulness for stress reduction, to hiking and…
“Creativity is key”: GM of The St. Regis Doha
The St. Regis Doha is a property recognised for its elegance, luxury and renowned service standards. With its prime location, and award-winning restaurants, The St. Regis Doha adds potential…
How tennis and tenacity helped to build the MICE industry’s biggest global player
I caught up with Bharet Malhotra, senior vice president of sales at Cvent – and one of the company’s founding members – for this week’s podcast.
Building the billion-dollar travel company “you’ve never heard about”
For this week's TD Podcast I met the CEO of WorldVentures Holdings and Rovia, Josh Paine, back stage at the Impact Arena in Bangkok. Paine had just finished speaking at an event for his…
BHMA sign up Paul Wilson to help spearhead expansion
BHMA, the hospitality division of Flight Centre Travel Group, has announced the appointment of Paul Wilson as its new executive vice president of commercial, effective as of 3 October.
Accor targets opening “one hotel per day” with Pullman Tokyo launch
The number of APAC properties run by AccorHotels reached one thousand when the group announced the opening of Pullman Tokyo Tamachi in Japan today — putting the company on track for its…
“The inside access” to events – we talk to founder Arron Goh
At the very heart of The Inside Access is its mission to create a stress-free environment, allowing their clients to focus solely on being the perfect, generous host. Let's hear what Arron…
Palace-turned-hotel: Iberostar’s latest property at Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor
The Iberostar Grand Perast, a 5-star hotel located on the banks of the Bay of Kotor, takes one back in time to an era of ships, sailors, and sea captains.
World’s first music-centric spa launches at Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife, Spain
Marrying music and the art of spa treatment, Hard Rock Hotels has introduced Rhythm and Motion, the world’s first fully-immersive music-centric spa menu at Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife in the…
Travel tech companies that employ women are more likely to succeed
A tech company benefits from having women in the team because they possess skills that are crucial to growing a business, says the CEO of Booking.com
Accor APAC’s CEO: “Almost one acquisition per month for the last two years”
On Monday, I reported on the latest in a long line of company acquisitions by AccorHotels, when the company announced its purchase of the Mantra Group in Australia. Almost every day I find…
Stricter laws with stiff penalties on Thailand’s troubled islands
Thailand’s Department of Marine and Coastal Resources imposed a new law, aimed at curbing environmental damage on the Thai islands of Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao.
Wanup reinvents how travellers get rewards, launches new tech solution at Sunborn London
Wanup has just announced a new tech solution for guests of its partner hotels and it was introduced recently at the Sunborn London Yacht Hotel.
SAP Concur brings continued innovation to create “moments of delight”
SAP Concur, a popular provider of expense, travel and invoice management solutions, has unveiled the deeper integration of two powerful brands to provide a truly connected, customer-centric …
Q&A with Tony Chisholm, former GM and Area Manager of Pullman Saigon Centre
Travel Daily spoke to the dynamic GM, Tony Chisholm to get the low down on brand recognition, the hospitality market in Ho Chi Minh city and the future of Pullman Saigon Centre
Travel…
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…
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…
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…
Where to Stay: new hotels from Fairmont, Regent, Hilton and more
Hilton Garden Inn Singapore Serangoon
Location: Singapore's Little India district
Grade: Midscale
Keys: 328
Facilities: Restaurant, 24-hour "grab and go" F&B outlet, fitness…
Travel Clothing Essentials for Your Summer Vacation
It’s that time of year again - summer vacation! Whether you’re planning an active adventure, European city hopping tour, or simply to lounge by the beach, it’s important to back the right…
Where to Stay: New hotels in KL, Shenzhen, Sydney and more…
Mercure Kuala Lumpur Shaw Parade
Location: Pudu, on the fringe of KL's Bukit Bintang retail and entertainment area
Grade: Upper-midscale
Keys: 213
Facilities: Restaurant, lobby…
Face to Face: Tony Seaman
When Attraction World was in its infancy, how did you ensure your staff stayed motivated to grow the company?
Having a strong vision is the key, and then being able to convey that vision to…
5 Tips for Planning the Perfect Spring Break Trip
CheapAir.com compiled a list of tips to ensure you get the best airfare possible, along with some helpful Spring Break planning tips: 1. Book midweek flights instead of the weekendWe get it.…
Where to Stay: New hotels in Singapore, the Maldives, Greek Islands and more…
Hotel G Singapore (pictured above)
Location: Close to Singapore's main shopping street, Orchard Road, and few minutes away from Bugis and Dhoby Ghaut MRT stations
Grade: Upper-upscale…
Where to Stay: New hotels in Laos, Australia, the US and more
Banyan Tree's The Grand Luang Prabang
Location: On the banks of the Mekong River in the UNESCO-listed town of Luang Prabang, northern Laos
Grade: Luxury
Keys: 75
Facilities:…
beTravelwise issues top tips to avoid business travel disasters
Travel safety specialist beTravelwise has issued a list of top tips on how to avoid business trip disasters.
The advice is based on the experiences of the company’s Women Travel Advisor,…
When business travel goes wrong
FIVE REAL-LIFE SCENARIOS
Story #1: Stranded in Chicago because of a storm
I was due to fly from Chicago to New York City, but a few hours before my flight I received an…
The latest appointments from AccorHotels, Carnival, Amadeus and more
LOUISE DALEY has been appointed as AccorHotels' deputy chief executive officer Asia Pacific. She has been with AccorHotels for 26 years, having commenced her career in Australia before…
Royal Caribbean – heading to zero landfill
With the cruise industry facing increased scrutiny for its approach to sustainability, Royal Caribbean has released its latest sustainability report. Documenting the company’s commitment to…
Top 2017 travel trend predictions revealed
Global flight search and travel deals website Cheapflights.co.uk has gazed into its crystal globe for their predictions of the hottest travel trends of 2017.
What a carry on! Hand…
Peppers makes debut in Western Australia
Mantra Group has opened its first Peppers hotel in Western Australia.
The upscale brand made its debut in the state following the unveiling of the AU$40 million (US$30.2m), 120-room…
Face to face: Khaled Ghaleb, GM of The Westin Dubai, Al Habtoor City
What does The Westin Dubai at Al Habtoor City bring that's new to the city's already exciting hotel offering?
The Westin Dubai, Al Habtoor City is the third hotel and final hotel to…
Common travel risks facing business travellers explained
There was once a time that the only companies who trained their employees on travel safety and security (or who even had a travel security policy) were those who operated in the so-called…
Personalisation and the UK traveller
Personalisation is a familiar buzzword in many industries. The concept is often associated with travel, as it is so personal and data-rich.
In travel, the focus is not just…
Face-to-Face: Rajeev D. Kale
Q) Thomas Cook India had recently launched personalised international holiday concept 'Go Beyond'. What has the response been like so far?
At Thomas Cook India, we have believed that…
Technology innovation is need of the hour in Bahrain
Investment in technology will support growth of Bahrain’s travel industry and contribute more to gross domestic product (GDP).
This mantra was resonated at a recently hosted joint…
Face-to-Face: Grant Healy
This week, Travel Daily goes Face-to-Face with Grant Healy, co-founder & CEO of the Louis T Collection...
Q) Louis T Collection acquired its first Asian resort in 2015, Mantra Samui.…
The Address Hotels launches ‘iGENIE’
Technology innovation is one of the new mantras adopted by The Address Hotels + Resorts.
The hotel chain part of Emaar Hospitality Group recently launched an advanced in-room…
The latest industry appointments
TORSTEN EDENS has been appointed as Diethelm Travel's new group operating director. Edens moves to the company's Bangkok head office from his previous role as managing director for…
RCI and WWF team for ocean preservation
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) and World Wildlife Fund (WWF) have announced a five-year global partnership aimed at ensuring the long-term health of the oceans.
The partners will set…
MSC Cruises reveals new branding strategy
MSC Cruises has unveiled its new brand positioning as it continues its investment plan which will double the capacity of its fleet and bring seven next-generation ships into service between…
芭提雅Amari Ocean酒店 闹中取静的度假胜地
泰国著名旅游城市芭提雅是一座融合美丽自然风光与多姿多彩夜生活的美食及购物天堂。芭提雅与曼谷近在咫尺的距离让它吸引了众多度假及商旅游客，是人们逃离城市喧嚣的不二之选。Amari Ocean 酒店位于芭提雅北部较为宁静的区域， 高20层，有着极佳的视野，可以俯瞰壮丽的海湾景致。…
Check-In: Amari Ocean Pattaya
Pattaya is well renowned for its ability to blend natural beauty with buzzing nightlife, shopping and dining.
Its proximity to Bangkok makes it the ideal companion to a Thai city break…
The latest industry appointments
THOMAS MANGAS has been appointed chief executive officer of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, effective 31 December. The move marks a promotion for Mangas, who is currently the…
More Brits favour short-breaks: research
Brits are turning their backs on week-long holidays in favour of shorter breaks, as they seek to satisfy their appetite to get away more often and experience a variety of adventures. That’s…
Outrigger continues search for Asia’s best beaches
Outrigger Resorts is progressing with its plan of developing a network of absolute beachfront resorts in Asia’s most desirable holiday destinations.
The Hawaiian hotel group has…
NZ PM opens Christchurch’s largest hotel
John Key, the Prime Minister of New Zealand, has officially opened BreakFree on Cashel - the largest hotel in Christchurch.
The opening of the 264-room room hotel follows the complete…
Face-to-Face: Nigel Bolding, founder & CEO, Chic Collection
What gave you the impetus to transform Chic Collection from coffee table books to an online travel company?
In many ways we had no choice. When the global economy imploded in…
TCA Abu Dhabi gears up for student’s visit
Training professionals for the future is the right way to tourism growth. Adopting this mantra, Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority (TCA Abu Dhabi) is preparing to accept a fresh…
Etihad Airways highlights innovation for the future
The mantra for competitive advantage according to Etihad Airways is to transform, innovate and collaborate.
This ideology was highlighted to vendors from more than 500 local and…
Outrigger seeks “iconic” Asian acquisitions
Following the acquisition of its new property in Koh Samui, Outrigger Resorts is seeking more long-term investment opportunities in “iconic” destinations across Asia and the Indian…
基督城最大酒店震后重新开业
新西兰基督城面积最大的酒店在经历重新装修维护后正式重新开业迎客。
新开业的BreakFree on Cashel酒店在第一阶段重建后，成功完成263间客房的修护任务，于近日重新开门营业。原酒店在2011年的大地震中受曾受到严重损毁。
现在，已有第一批共179间客房及餐饮区正式营业，剩下的客房和其他设施预计将于今年9月1日前完工迎客。…
Largest hotel reopens in Christchurch
The largest hotel in Christchurch has now reopened following a major redevelopment.
The newly-named BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch has opened its doors following the first stage of…
Dollar Rent A Car goes niche at ATM
Dollar Rent A Car will soon highlight its ‘niche car segments’ to existing clients and potential partners.
The company will showcase this segment at the forthcoming Arabian Travel…
Illusions Becoming Global Reality
Illusions has come a very long way since its Founder and CEO, Faisal Memon, conceived the idea of creating an online solution for the travel trade back in 1997...
Firm in his belief that…
The latest industry appointments
MICHAEL ONG has been announced as the new vice president of growth & development for Pan Pacific. A Singaporean national, Ong joins the hotel group with 20 years of experience in the…
Innovative solutions on showcase by STNME
Innovation is the key to sustainability. Adopting this mantra, Sabre Travel Network Middle East (STNME) will soon launch the 2015 Innovation Product Road Show in Bahrain.
The event…
Louis T Collection acquires first hotel in Thailand
The Louis T Collection has acquired its first ever property; the Mantra Samui Resort.
The boutique hotel, which is located in the Bophut area of Koh Samui, offers a range of suites,…
Citymax Hotels gets connected with Aruba Networks’
Adopting technology into every areas of the hotel is the new mantra for most hotels. Adopting this trend is Citymax hotels who have recently partnered with Aruba Networks'.
The…
World Travel Market: The competitions and events
Competitions
Qatar Tourism Authority and Qatar Airways will be running a social media competition to celebrate the recent launch of its A380 service from London to Doha. Those that…
Dubai Tourism unveils new website
A travellers journey is the key mantra to Dubai Tourism’s new website and mobile app. This new initiative’s exclusive glimpse was provided at the on-going GITEX week. The online…
Contiki signs up Game of Thrones star for campaign
Contiki has enlisted the help of Game of Thrones and Hunger Games actress Natalie Dormer for its latest campaign.
Dormer has become the new face of the #ContikiLegends campaign and…
Best Western brings first Turkish hammam to Cambodia
Best Western has launched a new spa in Phnom Penh that houses the first Turkish hammam in Cambodia.
Located at the recently-opened Best Western River Palace Hotel in Phnom Penh, The…
Peppers Hotels launches CBD boutique in Canberra
Peppers Hotels has opened their first CBD based hotel in the heart of Canberra’s vibrant New Acton precinct, as the group eyes more urban locations for the brand's future.
Peppers…
Peppers arrives in Australian capital
Mantra Group is launching its first luxury Peppers hotel in the Australian capital, Canberra.
Set to open next month, following the rebranding of the existing Diamant Hotel in the…
Royal Caribbean to base newest ship in China
Royal Caribbean will base its brand new Quantum of the Seas cruise ship in China next year.
The 18-deck, 167,800-tonne vessel, which will mark the launch of the company’s new…
Westin Hotels launch US$15m well-being campaign
Wellness is the key to success. This mantra is being adopted strategically by the Westin Hotels & Resorts globally through its US$ 15 million brand-wide campaign. The campaign…
Hilton continues growth in UAE
Hilton Worldwide and DoubleTree by Hilton opened its second DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah. The 485-room resort will feature a mix of guest rooms…
Travel Daily Asia’s Review of 2013
So another year has passed; how was it for you?
Asia’s travel industry began the year with high hopes, following record tourist arrivals in 2012. Despite the eurozone slump and…
Peppers signs central Melbourne hotel
Mantra Group has signed a new Peppers property in the centre of Melbourne.
The company will manage the new five-star hotel located at the M Docklands development, which is being…
“APAC knowledge in agents is down”
UK travel agents’ knowledge in the Asia Pacific region has seen an “alarming decrease” as a result of consolidation and failures, the owner of a travel marketing consultancy has said.…
Malindo Air expands domestic network
Malindo Air, the new Malaysia-based low-cost carrier, has announced the expansion of its domestic network to three new destinations - Sibu, Tawau and Miri.
From June 2013, the airline…
AirAsia places order for 100 Airbus A320s
AirAsia continues its aggressive expansion strategy by confirming orders for an additional 100 Airbus A320 aircraft, as it looks to assert its dominance in the region with new routes and…
India’s domestic air traffic drops
India’s domestic air traffic growth dropped 0.9% in the first nine months of 2012.
As per the passenger traffic data, domestic airlines carried 438.39 lakh passengers between…
DGCA approves winter schedule 2012
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has approved the winter schedule 2012 for domestic airlines.
In all 10,935 departures per week have been approved, which translate into…
Peppers adds NZ golf resort
Peppers has expanded its portfolio in New Zealand with the addition of The Carrington Resort - a major golf complex in the Northland region of the country, four hours' drive north of…
Topdeck launches US tours
Topdeck Travel has launched its first range of holidays to the United States to mark Independence Day.
The tour operator has released 15 itineraries in the USA and Canada which will depart…
Peppers adds first Australian ski resort
Mantra Group has announced the expansion of its Peppers Retreats & Lodges brand in Australia, with the addition of Rundells Alpine Lodge in Victoria's Mount Hotham ski fields.
To be…
Hospitality leaders lined up for ANZPHIC 2012
Several international accommodation industry leaders have been lined up to speak at the ANZPHIC 2012 event, which is taking place in Sydney from 25-27 June.
Eric Danziger, President…
Peppers expands NZ portfolio
Peppers Retreats & Resorts has expanded its portfolio in New Zealand with the addition of a new property in the Abel Tasman National Park.
To be known as Peppers Awaroa Lodge, the…
Crowne Plaza tops satisfaction survey
The Crowne Plaza brand is leading the way in customer service according to feedback from Australian hotel guests. New research shows that 79% of customers were 'satisfied' with their stays…
TDA Appointments w/e 11 August 2011
DEREK SHARP has been named as Travelport's new President & Managing Director for the Americas, based in Atlanta. Prior to joining Travelport, Sharp served for almost 10 years in senior…
Accor takes over NSW property
Accor has taken over the management contract of a property on the central coast of New South Wales. The former Mantra Group hotel has been rebranded as the Mercure Kooindah Waters Resort.…
Manpower crunch hits hospitality industry
As India's hotel industry readies for unprecedented growth, it is about to face a manpower crisis the likes of which it has never seen before, Economic Times reported.It said too few people…
AirAsia X signs IFE deal
AirAsia X has signed a Memorandum of Undertaking (MoU) with Tune Box for the development of an in-flight entertainment (IFE) solution for the airline. The customised IFE system is expected…
Nepal chases American outbound travellers
Nepalese celebrities attended various promotional programmes in the US recently to promote the Nepal Tourism Year 2011 (NTY 2011).Famous Nepali singer Ani Choying Dolma chanted both Buddhist…
Eye on Asia – Is Thailand too reliant on mass tourism?
Thailand needs to move beyond its 'Amazing' brand, embrace quality tourism and build mega-attractions, according to David Keen, CEO of Bangkok-based brand strategy and communications agency,…
Thailand too reliant on mass tourism – Keen
Thailand needs to move beyond its 'Amazing' brand, embrace quality tourism and build "mega-attractions" instead of more hotel rooms that only end up being discounted, according to David…
North Queensland to host tourism roadshow
Tourism Tropical North Queensland will be hosting a series of events in major cities across Australia this month. The tourism board will be in Melbourne on 21 March, before moving to…
Queensland hotels pick up pieces after cyclone
Hotels and resort across northern Queensland are cleaning up after Tropical Cyclone Yasi made landfall last week. The category-five cyclone brought heavy rains, gale-force winds and…
Great Hotels of the World announces new Thai member
Great Hotels of the World (GHOTW), the UK-based hotel sales and marketing alliance, has announced the addition of a new member in Thailand. Mantra Samui Resort & Spa offers a variety of…
Great Hotels of the World adds 63 hotels to its portfolio
Great Hotels of the World (GHOTW), the London-based hotel alliance, added 63 new member properties to its global hotel portfolio in 2010. Since January last year, GHOTW…
BTC calls for US passenger handling changes
Business Travel Coalition (BTC) has supported calls for a less aggressive approach to passenger profiling in the USA. The association has claimed that the 'aggressive' pat-down procedures…
KSRTC to ply 200 special Buses for Dasara
The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation KSRTC will introduce 200 additional buses to meet the rush during Mysore Dasara Festival. These buses will operate from Kempegowda bus station.…
Peppers expands Queensland portfolio
Peppers has expanded its collection of retreats, resorts and hotels in Queensland with the launch of its first retreat in the Gold Coast Hinterland - Peppers Ruffles Lodge &…
Qantas leads on-time performance
SYDNEY, 22 January 2010: Qantas today re-affirmed its commitment to being Australia's leader in airline on time performance. Data released by the Federal Government's Bureau of…
New Peppers resort exceeds expectations
The opening of the new Peppers Coral Coast Resort in Airlie Beach has surpassed all expectations with tremendous business success in rooms sold as well as food and beverage.Mantra Group…
Waves of Aussie holidaymakers hit Aussie coast
Australian travellers are washing aside any negative thoughts of the economy and taking to the traditional beach holiday in waves according to one of Australia's largest leisure…
Aussie Central Coast launches new tourism campaign
07 Sep 09 (TravMedia.com): Central Coast Tourism's new marketing campaign Come to the Coast, valued at around $500,000, has rolled out across Sydney and regional NSW with the…
Dining and entertainment remains spending priority - MasterCard
The mantra 'Eat, Drink and Be Merry' is holding strong among consumers in Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa. According to the MasterCard Survey on Consumer Purchasing…
Sheraton introduces their first Shine Spa
The Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa has unveiled the world's first Shine Spa."Brighten both your look and your mood. Enjoy the moment. Find you glow. …
Stella Hospitality Group predicts record quarter
Stella Hospitality Group is expecting to post record third quarter results for leisure bookings at their portfolio of more than 140 Peppers, Mantra and Breakfree resorts.Revenue from…
Amari Pattaya says farewell to Rulfi
The Amari Orchid Resort & Tower, Pattaya, has hosted a farewell party of the company's long-serving Managing Director, Kurt Rulfi, at its Mantra restaurant. The event was hosted by M.R.…
Stella consolidates
The Stella Hospitality Group has consolidated its corporate and leisure properties under the Mantra banner to create one of Australia's largest 4 - 4.5 star hotel, resort and apartment…
IATA says 2008 will be tough
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) said 2007 was the best in recent memory but there would be "no encore performance" this year.Releasing its full-year traffic results for…
Saville Hotels to rebrand
Properties under Australia's Saville Hotels group will be rebranded under Mantra Hotels Resorts and Apartments banner.
The rebranding under the Mantra umbrella will create a diverse…
Melbourne tailors to Tiger
Melbourne Airport terminal 4 won't be equipped with "unnecessary extras" such as business lounges or aerobridges, with aircraft instead being parked "right up in front of the…
