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• The Shanghai EDITION Review: Eight Years of Modern Luxury, Design and Dining in Shanghai

  August 1, 2026

  Eight years after opening, The Shanghai EDITION continues to stand out as one of Shanghai’s most distinctive luxury hotels, blending heritage architecture, contemporary design, skyline dining and lifestyle experiences. As EDITION Hotels expands its presence in China — from the tropical resort setting of Sanya to the urban energy of Shanghai and the cultural landscape…

• BTS Concert Tour Sparks Surge in Hotel Searches Among Malaysian Travellers

  July 31, 2026

  Digital travel platform Agoda says major music events are becoming an increasingly important reason for Malaysians to travel. Instead of focusing only on the concert itself, many fans are now planning where to stay, what to do and how to turn the event into a longer getaway. According to Agoda, accommodation searches by Malaysian travellers…

• Google Brings Paid Hotel Offers to AI Trip Planning With IHG Partnership

  July 31, 2026

  Google plans to bring paid hotel offers into its AI-powered trip-planning experience, with IHG Hotels & Resorts named as an upcoming partner in the company’s Direct Offers program. Alphabet disclosed the partnership during its second-quarter 2026 earnings call. While discussing new ways to generate advertising revenue from AI search, Google chief business officer Philipp Schindler…

• Hilton Signs Three Lifestyle Hotels in Thailand and Maldives

  July 30, 2026

  Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has announced the signing of three new lifestyle properties in South East Asia, including a Curio Collection by Hilton hotel in Phuket and two Tapestry Collection by Hilton properties in Chiang Mai and the Maldives. The signings further expand Hilton’s lifestyle portfolio across the region. They also strengthen the company’s presence in…

• Park Hyatt London River Thames Appoints Eike Clausen as General Manager

  July 30, 2026

  Park Hyatt London River Thames has appointed Eike Clausen as General Manager, effective immediately. Clausen brings nearly two decades of international luxury hospitality experience to the role. His background spans hotel operations, commercial leadership and employee development. Throughout his career, Clausen has lived and worked across four continents, eight countries and nine hotels. As a…

• Tourism Malaysia Mega FAM 2026: Five Days of Culture, Gastronomy and Malaysian Experiences

  July 30, 2026

  Tourism Malaysia Mega FAM 2026 brought together international media, travel trade delegates and content creators for five days of immersive experiences across Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Selangor. From Musang King durian and traditional Malaysian cuisine to Citrawarna 2026, eagle feeding and fireflies in Kuala Selangor, the programme offered an engaging introduction to the many faces…

• IHG Launches AI-Powered Conversational Search for Travel

  July 29, 2026

  IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, has launched beta testing of AI-powered conversational search on IHG.com and the IHG One Rewards mobile app. The move marks a new chapter in how travelers discover, plan and book hotel stays. The new conversational search functionality brings customized trip planning directly into…

• The St. Regis Bar Macao Named Best Bar in Macao 2026

  July 29, 2026

  The St. Regis Macao has announced that The St. Regis Bar has been named to the prestigious Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2026 list, ranking No. 45 and earning the title of Best Bar in Macao. The recognition confirms The St. Regis Bar’s position among Asia’s leading cocktail destinations. It also highlights the bar’s artistry, innovation,…

• SplashMania Waterpark Review: A Fun-Filled Visit to Gamuda Cove

  July 29, 2026

  Our visit to SplashMania Waterpark during Tourism Malaysia’s Mega FAM Trip under the Citrawarna 2026 programme offered an enjoyable look at one of Malaysia’s most ambitious family leisure attractions — where water, adventure and nature come together at Gamuda Cove. There are some places where you immediately notice the energy as soon as you arrive.…

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