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• Klook Launches Global Search for Travel Planners to Win Switzerland Getaway

  August 11, 2026

  Following research revealing that travel planners are the least-thanked people in every group chat, Klook is inviting the world to nominate — or self-nominate — the planner who deserves a trip they do not have to plan. The Unsung Heroes of Group Travel Every FIT (Free Independent Traveler) group trip has a planner: the one…

• Fuat Koroglu on Leadership, Luxury and the Future of InterContinental Wuhan

  August 11, 2026

  As Wuhan’s luxury hotel landscape enters a new era of competition, Fuat Koroglu, General Manager of InterContinental Wuhan, believes the key to staying ahead is not simply managing a hotel, but understanding the people behind it. From challenging his own convictions and embracing situational leadership to using AI, developing young talent and building genuine connections…

• Conrad Kuala Lumpur Opens Reservations Ahead of 2026 Debut

  August 10, 2026

  Conrad Kuala Lumpur is now accepting reservations ahead of its anticipated opening in late 2026, marking the debut of Conrad Hotels & Resorts in Malaysia. As Hilton’s largest luxury brand, Conrad is known for blending bold design with intuitive service while creating meaningful connections to each destination. With its first hotel in Malaysia, Conrad Kuala…

• IHG Expands Southeast Asia Portfolio with New voco Muar and Kimpton Phang-Nga Natai Beach

  August 9, 2026

  IHG Hotels & Resorts is expanding its presence across Southeast Asia with two new hotel signings in Malaysia and Thailand, bringing voco to Muar and Kimpton to Phang Nga. At a Glance IHG targets emerging Southeast Asian destinations IHG Hotels & Resorts is strengthening its Southeast Asia portfolio with two new hotel signings in Malaysia…

• Yum China Acquires Pizza Hut China Brand for US$1.2 Billion

  August 9, 2026

  Yum China Holdings, Inc. (“Yum China”) (NYSE: YUMC; HKEX: 9987) has completed its US$1.2 billion acquisition of the Pizza Hut brand in Mainland China from Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM). The transaction was first announced in June 2026. The transaction, first announced in June 2026, marks a major milestone for Yum China after 36 years…

• 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…

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