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• NHAAN Resort & Spa Hoi An Opens as Vietnam’s First Tapestry Collection by Hilton

  August 8, 2026

  HOI AN, Vietnam – Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has opened NHAAN Resort & Spa Hoi An, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, a tranquil riverside retreat in Central Vietnam’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed port town. Known for its cobbled streets and winding waterways, Hoi An now welcomes the first Tapestry Collection by Hilton property in Vietnam. Nestled along the…

• Istanbul Street Cats: Discover Türkiye’s Feline Residents on International Cat Day

  August 8, 2026

  On International Cat Day, few places in the world are more fitting to celebrate our furry feline friends than Istanbul. The city’s famous street cats have captured hearts worldwide, becoming one of the most charming symbols of Türkiye’s cultural identity. From busy soccer pitches and ballet performances to metro stations and historic landmarks, cats are…

• The Langham, Custom House, Bangkok Opens for Bookings Ahead of December Debut

  August 8, 2026

  The Langham, Custom House, Bangkok is now accepting bookings for stays from 20 December. Located along the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok’s Bang Rak District, the highly anticipated hotel centres on the historic Custom House building, which is currently undergoing a meticulous restoration. Built in 1888 during the reign of King Rama V, the landmark…

• Kempinski Launches ‘Experience Real Access’ Hospitality Concept in Munich

  August 7, 2026

  MUNICH, Germany – Kempinski Group has unveiled a new hospitality concept designed to redefine the luxury hotel experience. The initiative, called E.R.A.s (Experience Real Access), debuts at Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich, transforming the property from a place to stay into a gateway for immersive local experiences. The programme connects guests with exclusive people, places…

• JEN Hangzhou by Shangri-La Opens, Bringing ‘Live New Asia’ to East China

  August 7, 2026

  HANGZHOU, China – Shangri-La Group has officially introduced its JEN by Shangri-La lifestyle brand to Hangzhou with the soft opening of JEN Hangzhou by Shangri-La. The launch marks the brand’s first hotel in the city and its 10th property worldwide. Inspired by JEN’s “Live New Asia” philosophy, the hotel combines Hangzhou’s rich cultural heritage with…

• Luxury Hospitality: Why More Isn’t Always Better

  August 7, 2026

  By Barbara Muckermann Luxury hotels have become very good at adding things. More hotel brands. More amenities. More room categories. More collaborations. More language around personalization, wellness, culture, and discovery. Yet the more that gets added, the clearer it becomes that abundance and luxury are not the same thing. Luxury isn’t about providing guests with…

• MENA Tourism Prepares for Return of Chinese Travellers as Outbound Demand Strengthens

  August 7, 2026

  Dubai, United Arab Emirates, August 2026 – The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) tourism industry is preparing for the gradual return of Chinese visitors as outbound travel from China continues to strengthen despite recent geopolitical disruptions. According to new research by Dragon Trail International, the Official Research Partner of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), destinations…

• TransNusa Launches Twice-Daily Jakarta–Bangkok Flights, Expanding ASEAN Connectivity

  August 7, 2026

  TransNusa, the Asia-Pacific region’s Premium Service Carrier, has officially launched its long-awaited direct scheduled service between Jakarta, Indonesia, and Bangkok, Thailand. The inaugural flights took off today, adding significant capacity to one of Southeast Asia’s busiest travel corridors with a twice-daily schedule from day one. Datuk Bernard Francis, Group Chief Executive Officer of TransNusa, described…

• Exclusive Interview: Eddy Zhu on Leading The Shanghai EDITION into a New Era of Lifestyle Luxury

  August 7, 2026

  As one of Shanghai’s most distinctive lifestyle luxury hotels, The Shanghai EDITION has successfully blended historic architecture with contemporary design since opening in 2018. Located at the north end of the Bund, the hotel has established itself as a destination not only for international travelers but also for Shanghai’s vibrant dining, nightlife, and cultural scene.…

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