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Holiday Inn & Suites Sapporo Odori Park to open with 195 keys in late 2025 in Japan
Guest Room - Holiday Inn & Suites Sapporo Odori Park IHG Hotels & Resorts had announced an agreement with Minami Nijo Operations, a wholly-owned subsidiary of World Brands Collection Hotels & Resorts, to open Japan’s second Holiday Inn & Suites later this year, which will be owned by a fund managed by Goldman Sachs. The 195-room Holiday Inn & Suites Sapporo Odori Park will open in late 2025 following an extensive renovation which includes all guest rooms, the addition of a new gym, and the introduction of a lobby café as part of Holiday Inn’s Open Lobby concept, a design-led and versatile space where guests can choose how they connect and relax. When it opens, Holiday Inn & Suites Sapporo Odori Park will join more than 1,200 Holiday Inn hotels and resorts around the world and eight Holiday Inn hotels in Japan. The brand has consistently evolved over the years, placing guests at the centre of its innovation and earning the reputation as one of the world’s most loved, trusted and recognised hotel brands. Abhijay Sandilya, CEO of IHG ANA Hotels Group Japan and Managing Director of IHG Hotels & Resorts Japan & Micronesia, said: “We’re excited to be working in partnership with World Brands Collection Hotels & Resorts and Goldman Sachs to bring the Holiday Inn & Suites brand to the centre of Sapporo and lead this hotel into an exciting new chapter. “At IHG, we have developed the brands, enterprise platform and excellent capabilities needed to successfully attract conversion opportunities and have them open in short time frames offering guests new experiences and options whether they are travelling for leisure, business or blended travel. “This agreement adds to what will be the biggest year ever for the Holiday Inn brand family in Japan. Since the start of 2025 we have returned the brand to Kyoto and are set to open three more hotels under the Holiday Inn brand this year, including in Tokyo.” Sapporo, the capital of Hokkaido, is a bustling metropolis surrounded by incredible nature. It is renowned for beautiful seasonal scenery, great food experiences including fresh seafood and a year-round calendar of events including the annual Sapporo Snow Festival. The Hokkaido area continues to grow in popularity with a 40% increase in international travellers in 2024 versus 2019. Also, international weekly flight numbers have continued to increase during the first quarter of 2025 exceeding 2019 levels for the first time. Hiroshi Komoto, Representative Director and President of World Brands Collection Hotels & Resortssaid: “Following our successful collaboration with IHG on the debut of the Six Senses brand in Japan, it’s wonderful to be expanding our partnership into a new segment and new destination. “The Holiday Inn brand is globally recognised and enables visitors to stay with a brand they know and trust. We believe this property will be a fantastic choice for travellers to explore the beauty and wonders of Sapporo when it opens.” Holiday Inn & Suites Sapporo Odori Park will offer a choice of rooms or suites as well as a range of facilities including a gym, meeting spaces, a restaurant and a large public bath on an upper floor of the hotel. Located at the end of the well-known Tanukikoji Shopping Street in the popular downtown Susukino area, and a short walk to Odori Park, which is host to many events, the hotel will cater to both international and domestic travellers. IHG Hotels & Resorts operates five hotels in Hokkaido across three brands – Vignette Collection, Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts and looks forward to the debut of the InterContinental brand later this year with the opening of InterContinental Sapporo. Across Japan, IHG operates 52 hotels across 10 brands, with 14 hotels in the pipeline.
Cebu Pacific’s direct Manila-Sapporo route takes off in January
Cebu Pacific launches direct flights between Manila and Sapporo in January next year, making air travel to the City of Snow much more exciting and affordable with the airline’s signature low fares. From 16 January 2025, Cebu Pacific will operate flights between Manila and Sapporo thrice weekly, every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Cebu Pacific will be the only airline to offer direct flights between these two cities. On to further network expansion Airline president and chief commercial officer Xander Lao said of the new route: “We are thrilled to be the only carrier to offer non-stop flights between Manila and Sapporo. The launch of this route is a testament to Cebu Pacific’s mission of expanding its international network and making air travel accessible to a wider range of passengers.” Passengers may use their existing Travel Funds to book flights and avail themselves of other add-ons. The airline also offers other payment options, including credit or debit cards and e-wallets. At present, Cebu Pacific operates in 35 domestic and 27 international destinations spread across Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. Into a winter wonderland With the launch of CEB’s direct Manila-Sapporo flights, travellers can cut their travel time to only around five hours compared to up to 10 hours on other airlines with layovers. Filipino travellers can also look forward to participating in the world-renowned Sapporo Snow Festival in February, snowboarding in the Teine Ski Resort, or visiting the Jozankei Onsen for its relaxing baths and natural views.
Courtyard by Marriott opens new location in Sapporo
Courtyard by Marriott recently opened its eighth hotel in Japan: Courtyard by Marriott Sapporo in Hokkaido, the country’s northernmost island. This recently opened hotel is also the brand’s first in the area and, as such, captures its rich culture and unique history in its overall design. Courtyard by Marriott Sapporo is right across Nakajima Park, home to a lake with carp and waterfowl, and offers stunning seasonal scenery. The hotel also provides easy access to Susukino's dining and entertainment, Nijo Market and Odori Park Marriott International’s area vice-president for Japan and Guam Karl Hudson expressed his excitement over the opening of the latest Courtyard by Marriott. Hudson said of the new establishment: “[Our] hotels combine innovative technology with style and comfort, with open and inviting public spaces. We are looking forward to welcoming Next-Gen guests at Courtyard by Marriott Sapporo, whether they are traveling on business, leisure, or both." The hotel’s general manager Masaru Yamaguchi said of its amenities: "Connecting travelers through comfortable and innovative spaces, intuitive service and a commitment to personal fulfilment is at the foundation of what we offer at Courtyard by Marriott Sapporo and our commitment to exceptional Japanese hospitality promises to create unforgettable experiences for our guests." Designed with comfort in mind The hotel’s aesthetic reflects a theme of harmony between nature and urban living, with 321 guest rooms and suites all tastefully designed to best support the needs of every guest with natural textures and accents, providing a comfortable stay. All rooms are furnished with Serta beds for exceptional comfort, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Guest rooms located on upper floors also enjoy views of the ever-changing scenery of the area. To keep guests moving forward and help them pursue their passions while on the road, the hotel offers a fully-equipped 24-hour Fitness Center with the latest Technogym machines for a complete workout. The exclusive Japanese Spa also features a modern Japanese-style bath that welcomes guests to indulge in blissful relaxation for the body and mind at the end of a busy day of work, sightseeing or skiing.
THAI resumes Bangkok-Sapporo Roundtrip Flight from 2 August -28 October 2023
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) will resume the Bangkok-Sapporo roundtrip flight operations, utilizing Boeing 787-9, to five times a week during the summer flight schedule from 2 August -28 October 2023 in response to the growing travel demand in Japanese destinations. Flight details below: 1.) TG670 Bangkok-Sapporo on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday departing from Bangkok at 23.45 hours and arriving in Sapporo at 08.30 hours of the next day (local time) 2.) TG671 Sapporo-Bangkok on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday departing from Sapporo at 10.00 hours (local time) and arriving in Bangkok at 15.00 hours THAI currently operates roundtrip flights in the following routes in Japan: Bangkok-Tokyo (Narita), Bangkok-Tokyo (Haneda), Bangkok-Nagoya, Bangkok-Osaka and Bangkok-Fukuoka.
Hong Kong Airlines resumes Okinawa and Sapporo flights
Hong Kong Airlines celebrated the resumption of its service toOkinawa on 2 November, following a long wait of two years. Known as the “Hawaii of Japan”, Okinawa is the airline’s third destination in Japan that it has resumed this year following the relaxation of travel restrictions. Meanwhile, the airline is also delighted to announce that […] Hong Kong Airlines resumes Okinawa and Sapporo flights
Finnair Sapporo service to operate throughout the year
Finnair has upgraded its new seasonal service to Sapporo in Japan to operate the route year-round. Twice-weekly flights to Sapporo in Hokkaido, which during the winter is home to some of Japan’s top ski resorts, are set to be launched by the Finnish flag carrier on 15 December 2019. The capacity boost is part of Finnair’s strategy of continued growth strategy in Asia and the Far East will be the airline’s fifth destination in Japan, complementing existing services to Tokyo Narita, Osaka, Nagoya and Fukuoka. Christian Lesjak, Finnair senior vice president of network and resource management said: “Adding Sapporo to our network is very exciting. Japan is Finnair´s largest market outside our home market Finland, and with five key Japanese cities in our network, we are now the largest European airline flying to Japan.” During the Winter season, Finnair’s flights to Sapporo will depart Helsinki on Sundays and Thursdays as the AY65, departing at 0505, arriving into Sapporo nine hours later at 0905 the next day. The return flights will depart Sapporo on Mondays and Fridays as the AY66, leaving at 1135 and arriving back into Helsinki at 2:10pm the same day, nine hours 35 minutes later. During the summer season flights will depart from Helsinki on Sundays and Wednesdays and from Sapporo on Mondays and Thursdays. Fares to Sapporo from London via Helsinki start from GBP600 return in Economy Class and GBP2,815 in Business Class. Fares include all taxes and charges, In response to increased customer demand for flights to Japan, Finnair will also add capacity to Osaka by adding two weekly frequencies on the route from the start of the 2020 summer season. The total number of Finnair´s weekly flights to Osaka will rise to 12. Both Sapporo and Osaka routes are operated in codeshare with Finnair´s long-standing partner Japan Airlines. Finnair is a member of Siberian Joint Business, together with Japan Airlines, British Airways and Iberia. The partnership offers customers increased choice and more flexibility for flights between Europe and Japan. From March 2020, Finnair will also launch direct daily flights to Tokyo’s Haneda Airport, in addition to Finnair’s existing daily flights to Tokyo’s Narita Airport. Finnair flies up to seven times daily from London Heathrow to Helsinki, twice daily from Manchester and up to twice a day from Edinburgh.
Best Western Sapporo Odori-Koen on course for early 2018 opening
Located in the centre of Sapporo’s Chuo-ku, or “central ward”, the brand-new Best Western Sapporo Odori-Koen is surrounded by shops, leisure attractions, office buildings and the popular Odori Park, making it the best choice for all types of visitor. Offering 60 comfortable and contemporary rooms, all equipped with cutting-edge facilities, spacious working areas and complimentary Wi-Fi, the hotel is slated to officially open in the first quarter of 2018. “Sapporo is one of Japan’s largest cities and the gateway to the island of Hokkaido, so we are delighted to be able to cater to travellers in this vibrant city,” said Olivier Berrivin (below), Best Western Hotels & Resorts’ managing director of international operations – Asia. “With its perfect downtown setting, modern rooms and excellent service standards, Best Western Sapporo Odori-Koen is sure to become popular with business and leisure travelers alike. Guests can look forward to a year-round calendar of events in Odori Park, including the Hokkaido Marathon, “Sakura” cherry blossom season, Autumn Festival and, of course, the famous Sapporo Snow Festival. “This opening marks Best Western’s return to Sapporo, as we continue to expand in Japan’s most popular destinations. With 15 hotels now either operating or under development across the country, Best Western is confirming its position as one of Japan’s leading international hotel groups,” Berrivin added. Just 600 metres from JR Sapporo Station and a one-hour drive from Sapporo’s New Chitose Airport, the hotel provides direct connections to and from major cities all across Asia and beyond. It is also less than two hours from the famous ski slopes and year-round outdoor activities of Niseko. Earlier this year, Best Western Tokyo Nishikasai Grande became the company’s third property in Japan’s capital city, and the rebranding of The Hotel Nagasaki marked the launch of Asia’s first operating BW Premier Collection hotel. Best Western Osaka Tsukamoto recently opened in Japan’s second largest city, and Best Western Yamagata Airport welcomed its first guests in October. This expansion comes as Japan prepares to host a series of major international sporting events, including the 2020 Olympic Games and the 2019 Rugby World Cup, which will include matches staged in Sapporo.
New NAIA Infra Corporation notes rising number of international flights at Manila’s main air hub
The New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) reported a steady increase in new international flights at the Philippines' primary air hub as of today, 1st July. The NNIC report also noted a growing number of carriers offering services via Manila’s Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). This came shortly after national flag-carrier Philippine Airlines launched direct services to Da Nang. Prior to this, leading low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific was the first to launch the nonstop flight to the Vietnamese city in December 2023. Quick wins In a media statement, NNIC president Ramon Ang declared: “We are scoring quick wins where we can by improving systems, facilities, and passenger flow. The results: we are now able to accommodate more flights and reduce congestion at the terminals.” International carriers such as Air France, Air Canada, and Vietjet Airlines began operating new routes via the country's main gateway. So far, the recently-launched direct services at NAIA include flights to Seattle (USA), Brisbane (Australia), Paris (France), Sapporo (Japan), and Vancouver (Canada). Cebu Pacific has also begun offering direct flights to Chiang Mai, Thailand, providing more options amid rising demand. NNIC officials advised that travellers could expect more international flights via NAIA throughout the remaining months of the year, with Air India launching direct services to New Delhi in October and United Airlines adding a second daily service to San Francisco. They added that these developments show how ongoing efforts to modernize and streamline operations are helping NAIA support this growth. A number of abandoned aircraft have likewise been removed from the airside, freeing up parking space and improving aircraft turnaround and ground movement. NNIC is also in the process of upgrading check-in and baggage handling equipment to speed up the process.
Etihad Airways codeshares with STARLUX Airlines
Etihad Airways has signed a strategic codeshare agreement with Taipei-based STARLUX Airlines, expanding customer access to Northeast Asia and strengthening Abu Dhabi's position as a gateway between East and West. The partnership, announced at the International Air Transport Association Annual General Meeting in New Delhi, enables Etihad customers to connect seamlessly to key Japanese cities including Nagoya, Sapporo, and Fukuoka via Taipei, whilst offering STARLUX passengers direct access to Etihad's European network through Abu Dhabi. Etihad will launch daily flights between Abu Dhabi and Taipei on 7 September 2025, operated by Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft. The new route creates the foundation for the codeshare partnership, positioning Taipei as a gateway for Etihad's expansion into Northeast Asia. Etihad customers booking through etihad.com and the airline's mobile app will benefit from streamlined travel with single-ticket bookings, coordinated check-in processes, and automatic baggage transfers to final destinations across STARLUX's Asia-Pacific network. The agreement also opens new pathways for STARLUX passengers to reach European destinations including Prague, Madrid, and Barcelona via Abu Dhabi, positioning the emirate as an attractive transit hub for Asian travellers bound for Europe. Both airlines will launch joint marketing initiatives in Taiwan and establish a reciprocal frequent flyer programme by year-end, allowing Etihad Guest members to earn and redeem miles across both networks. Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer at Etihad Airways, said: "This partnership with STARLUX Airlines opens new market opportunities in Northeast Asia, giving our customers access to Japan's key business and leisure destinations through Taipei. STARLUX Airlines’ reputation for premium service aligns perfectly with our standards, and together we're offering travellers more choice and convenience when connecting across three continents." Simon Liu, Chief Strategy Officer of STARLUX Airlines, said: "Our partnership with Etihad Airways marks a significant milestone in STARLUX Airlines' global expansion, laying the foundation for future European routes. As one of the Middle East's leading carriers, Etihad is globally recognised for its innovation and premium service—values that strongly align with the STARLUX brand. By leveraging Abu Dhabi's role as a major hub, this codeshare allows us to rapidly extend our network into Europe, offering passengers a wider range of travel options. We also look forward to deepening collaboration on mileage accrual and premium services to ensure an exceptional experience for customers." The codeshare agreement builds on Etihad's strategic network expansion, which has seen the airline grow to serve over 90 destinations worldwide. The partnership with STARLUX further demonstrates Abu Dhabi's appeal as a premium transit destination, offering travellers world-class facilities at Zayed International Airport alongside the option to extend layovers with Etihad's complimentary Abu Dhabi Stopover programme. Codeshare flights will be available for booking through etihad.com, the Etihad app, and travel partners, with services expected to commence following regulatory approvals.
Air India to operate daily flights to Tokyo Haneda from 15 June 2025
Air India announced the expansion of its non-stop service between Delhi and Tokyo Haneda, increasing from 4x weekly flights to daily flights, starting 15 June 2025. This enhancement strengthens connectivity between India and Japan, offering greater convenience for travellers and supporting growing trade and tourism between the two countries. This move builds on Air India’s recent shift to Tokyo’s Haneda Airport (from Narita) on 31 March 2025, which reduced travel time to Tokyo Station to approximately 30 minutes. The daily flights, operated with Air India’s Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft, provide passengers with faster access to central Tokyo, as Haneda Airport is just 18 km from downtown Tokyo. “Expanding our Delhi-Tokyo Haneda service to daily flights reflects Air India’s commitment to meeting the rising demand for travel between India and Japan,” said Nipun Aggarwal, Chief Commercial Officer, Air India. “This daily service, combined with our deepened codeshare partnership with All Nippon Airways, makes it easier for our guests to explore Japan and connect conveniently to other destinations in the country beyond Tokyo.” Through Air India’s expanded codeshare with Star Alliance partner All Nippon Airways (ANA), Air India guests can conveniently connect from Tokyo Haneda to six major Japanese cities—Fukuoka, Hiroshima, Nagoya, Okinawa, Osaka, and Sapporo—on a single ticket with baggage checked through to their final destination. The daily flights enable seamless connections to domestic Indian destinations like Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Pune, as well as international routes across Asia and Europe. The updated flight schedule, effective 15 June 2025, is as follows: AI358: Departs Delhi (DEL) at 2020 Hrs, arrives Tokyo Haneda (HND) at 0755 Hrs next day (daily). AI357: Departs Tokyo Haneda (HND) at 1150 Hrs, arrives Delhi (DEL) at 1725 Hrs (daily). Bookings for Air India’s Delhi-Tokyo Haneda flights are open on all channels, including Air India’s website, mobile app, and through travel agents.
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