Brazil’s global image may be defined by Rio de Janeiro and Copacabana, but Brazil Beyond Rio, destinations such as the Pantanal, Lençóis Maranhenses and Jalapão are reshaping how travellers experience the country — prioritising biodiversity, cultural immersion and sustainable tourism over conventional sightseeing. Brazil’s lesser-visited regions are increasingly attracting travellers
The PATA Gold Awards 2026 is now accepting submissions from tourism organisations and professionals across Asia Pacific, with entries open until May 15, 2026, ahead of the awards presentation at PATA Travel Mart 2026 in Kuching, Malaysia. Pacific Asia Travel Association Invites Entries for 42nd Edition The Pacific Asia Travel
Oceania Cruises has introduced the Oceania Club Ambassador Program, a new referral initiative offering $200 Future Cruise Credits to both existing members and first-time guests, reinforcing loyalty engagement while incentivising new-to-brand bookings. A New Referral Incentive for Oceania Club Members Oceania Cruises has officially launched the Oceania Club Ambassador Program,
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed Hotel Indigo Phuket Nai Yang Beach with AssetWise Public Company Limited and Rhom Bho Property Public Company Limited, marking another step in the group’s expansion across Thailand and South East Asia. Scheduled to open in 2030, the 170-key hotel will strengthen IHG’s Luxury &
Capella Kyoto will open on 22 March 2026 in Kyoto’s historic Miyagawa-cho kagai (geisha district), marking Capella Hotels and Resorts’ debut in Japan. Timed with cherry blossom season and integrated into a restored cultural precinct centred on the Miyagawa-cho Kaburenjo Theatre, the 89-room luxury hotel strengthens Kyoto’s high-end hospitality landscape
At the helm of Melia Pattaya, General Manager Javier Gimeno brings nearly three decades of international hospitality experience shaped by Spanish warmth, operational discipline, and global perspective. From his early career in Spain to leadership roles across diverse markets, his approach blends commercial strategy with cultural intelligence — a balance
Pan Pacific Hotels Group Names Kung Teong Wah Cluster General Manager for Dual Singapore Properties Pan Pacific Hotels Group (PPHG) has appointed Kung Teong Wah as Cluster General Manager overseeing PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering and PARKROYAL on Beach Road in Singapore. In this expanded role, Teong Wah continues to lead Pickering
Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris has been recognised for its industry-leading sustainable supply chain, highlighting how luxury hospitality can align with environmental responsibility and social impact. Luxury Hospitality Meets Sustainability Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris has earned the title of World’s Leading Sustainable Supply Chain Programme from the
MICHELIN has announced its 2025 Key Awards, recognizing the world’s best hotels across nearly 100 new countries There’s never been a more exciting moment for the best hotels. As MICHELIN Inspectors scoured the globe ahead of this year’s highly anticipated announcement, they found a hospitality world transformed, one defined not
Regent Bali Canggu has opened on Bali’s southwest coast, marking the first Regent property in Indonesia and debuting the world’s first Regent Spa. The launch strengthens IHG Hotels & Resorts’ reimagination of the Regent brand while expanding its luxury footprint in one of Asia-Pacific’s most competitive resort markets. A Landmark
Hilton Quang Hanh Onsen Resort has opened in Quang Hanh, expanding Hilton’s presence in northern Vietnam and introducing a large-scale onsen-integrated resort near Ha Long Bay. The 216-key property strengthens Hilton’s growth strategy in Vietnam while positioning Quang Ninh Province as a rising wellness destination. Location and Market Positioning Hilton
Mandarin Oriental has appointed Simone Biles as its first-ever Global Wellness Ambassador, marking a strategic move to strengthen the brand’s position as a leader in holistic luxury wellness. The long-term partnership signals a deeper focus on integrated wellbeing across the Group’s global portfolio, blending physical performance, mental resilience and recovery
The Peninsula Hong Kong will host its annual “Forever Begins Here” wedding showcase on 1 March 2026, inviting engaged couples to explore its harbour-front venues, bespoke wedding packages and Michelin-starred dining options in a single day. The event reinforces the hotel’s longstanding positioning as one of Hong Kong’s premier luxury
Princess Cruises has set a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the Most Margaritas Sold in 8 Hours, with 3,410 24K Margaritas served aboard Regal Princess during a National Margarita Day celebration in Cozumel — reinforcing the cruise line’s fast-growing beverage partnership with Pantalones Organic Tequila. Record-Breaking Margarita Sales at
The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA) unveiled a structured, forward-looking tourism resilience framework at the Global Tourism Resilience Day Forum in Nairobi, positioning the Caribbean as a region building institutional, digital and collaborative systems to recover faster and compete more effectively after crises. Caribbean Leadership on Tourism Resilience At
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok celebrations with Unfolding Legacies, a multi-year programme running from January 2026 to March 2027 that honours the hotel’s heritage, community ties and cultural influence along the Chao Phraya River. The commemorative year began with a gala dinner under royal patronage, setting the tone for a programme that
Venice luggage storage is not just a convenience — it’s a necessity in a car-free city built on more than 100 lagoon islands, where bridges, steps and narrow alleys quickly turn heavy suitcases into a travel headache. Here’s why luggage is a challenge in the Floating City and how smart
Marriott Bonvoy has introduced a new series of 1-Point Drops via Marriott Bonvoy Moments, giving members access to major global music festivals including Coachella, Stagecoach, All Points East and Rock en Seine for as little as one point — signalling a strategic expansion of experiential loyalty offerings tied to live
Vietnam Airlines has finalised its first order for 50 Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, strengthening its narrowbody fleet as domestic and regional air travel demand accelerates across Southeast Asia. The deal marks a strategic fleet modernisation step for the Vietnamese flag carrier and deepens its long-term partnership with Boeing. Fleet
Grand Metropolitan Hotels is advancing its Asia-Pacific expansion after senior leadership met with Vietnam’s Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính, signalling potential investment in the country’s fast-growing tourism and hotel real estate sector. The move follows the group’s recent UK acquisition of Signature Hotels and underscores its strategy to diversify globally
(Updated February 19, 2026) Atlantis Paradise Island, owned by Brookfield Asset Management and operating under Marriott International’s Autograph Collection Hotels, has appointed Saurabh Mishra as Senior Vice President and General Manager of The Cove and The Reef. Atlantis Paradise Island Mishra brings over two decades of leadership in global luxury
ITB Berlin will celebrate its 60th anniversary from 3–5 March 2026 with industry-wide events, special installations and future-focused programming—reinforcing its position as the World’s Leading Travel Trade Show while spotlighting the next chapter of global tourism. Six Decades of ITB Berlin: From Trade Fair to Global Platform Founded in 1966
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has launched Noted Collection, a new premium conversion brand targeting upscale and upper-upscale independent hotels, with initial owner discussions already underway and a goal of reaching more than 150 hotels worldwide over the next decade. The move expands IHG’s premium portfolio and strengthens its appeal to
Jumeirah Capri Palace will reopen on 16 April 2026 in Anacapri, unveiling an expanded programme of Michelin-starred dining collaborations, the return of Dioriviera at Il Riccio, and new cultural and wellness initiatives that reinforce its positioning as one of Capri’s leading art-led luxury hotels. 2026 Season Launch in Anacapri Jumeirah
Club Med Kani Maldives will host the second edition of its Mumcation wellness retreat from 5–10 November 2026, expanding the premium all-inclusive brand’s women-focused travel offering amid rising demand for restorative, purpose-led holidays. A Second Edition in Club Med Kani Maldives Club Med Kani will stage the second iteration of
Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris has appointed Nicolas Dubort as Managing Director, marking a strategic leadership return to one of the capital’s most iconic Palace hotels. Located on Avenue Hoche in the prestigious 8th Arrondissement, steps from Parc Monceau, the Arc de Triomphe and the Champs-Élysées, the hotel is
Raffles The Butler Did It Collection is now available exclusively at Printemps New York and Printemps Paris through March 10, 2026, marking the brand’s first dedicated retail lifestyle collaboration and previewing a broader ready-to-wear and home expansion planned for 2026. A Retail Debut for Raffles Hotels & Resorts Raffles Hotels
Grand Park City Hall Singapore is offering up to 30% off rooms and suites for bookings made by 28 February 2026, targeting March school holiday, Easter and spring break travellers seeking a centrally located five-star stay in the Civic District. Central Location in Singapore’s Civic District Grand Park City Hall
Marriott International Asia Pacific Excluding China (APEC) region delivered its third consecutive year of record development activity in 2025, signing 187 deals and expanding its pipeline to more than 86,000 rooms—underscoring sustained intra-regional travel demand and continued owner confidence across key growth markets. Record Development Momentum Across APEC Marriott International
PARKROYAL on Beach Road is emerging as a top MICE destination in Singapore, offering international organisers world-class meeting facilities, seamless hybrid capabilities, wellness-focused experiences, and culturally authentic programmes — all minutes from the city’s key business and heritage districts. Why PARKROYAL on Beach Road Is a Leading MICE Venue Strategically
Marriott Bonvoy and Bank Mandiri have launched the Marriott Bonvoy Mandiri Credit Card in Indonesia, marking the loyalty programme’s first co-branded credit card in Southeast Asia and Mandiri’s first partnership with a global hospitality group. The move expands travel-rewards access for Indonesian consumers amid rising outbound and domestic travel demand.
Las Vegas Sands has appointed Patrick Dumont as chairman and chief executive officer effective March 1, 2026, succeeding Robert G. Goldstein, who will transition to senior advisor through March 2028. The move formalises a long-signalled succession plan at one of the world’s largest integrated resort operators. Leadership Transition at Las
Tonino Lamborghini Hotel Chengdu has officially opened adjacent to Tianfu Square, launching its “TL World” experiential luxury concept alongside limited Lunar New Year pre-sale packages starting February 12, 2026. The debut positions the property within Chengdu’s competitive luxury hospitality market at a peak festive travel period. A Luxury Debut in
Wynn Resorts secured 18 Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Awards for 2026, maintaining the longest-running Five-Star record among independent hotel companies and reinforcing its leadership in global luxury hospitality across Las Vegas, Macau and Boston. Wynn Resorts once again received the highest ratings across its integrated resort portfolio in the 2026
Shanghai inbound tourism rebounded strongly in 2025, with international arrivals rising 39.58% year-over-year to 9.36 million, reinforcing the city’s role as a primary gateway for travelers to China and driving solid gains across accommodation, travel agencies, and high-end hotels. Diversified Source Markets Drive Shanghai Inbound Tourism 2025 According to the
Dubai International Visitors Reach 19.59 Million in 2025, a 5% year-on-year increase, marking a third consecutive record year as the emirate accelerates its Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) ambitions and strengthens its position as a global tourism and MICE hub. Dubai International Visitors Surge Across Key Global Markets Dubai international visitors
Marriott International signed more than 200 deals in Greater China in 2025—adding over 36,000 rooms to its pipeline and delivering its second consecutive year of record growth—as luxury, premium, and select-service brands accelerate expansion across major cities and emerging destinations. What Happened Marriott International accelerated its development momentum across Greater
Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor has appointed a new Director of Rooms. This new leadership ensures that the iconic 94-year-old luxury property in Siem Reap, Cambodia continues to elevate its industry-leading butler service. Jackson Kirkwood-Dowd joins Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor from the landmark Raffles London at The
Forbes Travel Guide (FTG) has released its 2026 Star Awards, expanding to more than 100 countries and naming a record number of new Five-Star winners — including the first-ever Five-Star cruise and cruise-ship restaurant — signalling a structural shift in where and how luxury travel is evolving. Overview Forbes Travel
Pan Pacific Hotels Group (PPHG) has promoted long-serving executive Craig Bond to Chief Operating Officer, a strategic internal appointment aimed at strengthening operational discipline, accelerating growth, and future-proofing leadership across its Pan Pacific, PARKROYAL COLLECTION and PARKROYAL brands. A strategic internal promotion for the next phase of growth Pan Pacific
Hilton has appointed seasoned luxury executive Etienne Dalançon as General Manager of the forthcoming Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur, ahead of the brand’s highly anticipated Malaysian debut in late 2026. Waldorf Astoria’s growing footprint in Asia. Located in Bukit Bintang within Kuala Lumpur’s prestigious Golden Triangle, the property will introduce Waldorf
Marriott International has expanded its Good Travel with Marriott Bonvoy™ program across nearly 80 hotels in 12 APEC markets, offering guests immersive experiences that connect them with local communities and environmental initiatives. Experiential Travel Across the Region Marriott International’s newly enhanced Good Travel with Marriott Bonvoy™ program focuses on intentional
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has officially opened Hyatt Regency Zhuhai Gongbei in the city’s key border-gateway district, expanding the brand’s Greater China footprint with a meetings-led, dual-city hotel designed to capture growing business and leisure demand between Zhuhai and Macau. Overview Hyatt Regency Zhuhai Gongbei is the newest addition to the
Shangri-La Group has launched its Year of the Horse Spring Festival campaign headlined by an 88-Night Global Stay Giveaway, daily app-based games, and a creative collaboration with artist Chen Fenwan, as the hotel group seeks to drive engagement, stays, and cultural storytelling across its global portfolio during one of Asia’s
Aimbridge Hospitality, the world’s largest third-party hotel management company, has appointed Alex Fiz as President of its Latin America (LATAM) Division and All-Inclusive Division, effective March 2. The move comes as Leandro Castillo, current President of Aimbridge LATAM, prepares to retire on February 28. Castillo will remain in an advisory
深圳宝安京基华邑酒店 总经理陈微女士拥有超过二十年，洲际酒店集团和万豪酒店集团的国际酒店管理经验，她将丰富的酒店管理经验带到了深圳最具特色的豪华酒店之一。在本次采访中，她回顾了职业历程、领导理念、在竞争激烈的市场中开设新酒店的挑战，以及华邑的独特之处——从其深厚的中国文化底蕴到对卓越服务和可持续发展的执着追求。 我在深圳宝安京基华邑酒店担任总经理，负责酒店的全面运营与管理，带领团队为宾客提供高品质的服务体验，并致力于提升酒店在深圳市场的品牌影响力与业绩表现。 2. 你能告诉我们你的职业生涯，以及你如何成为总经理吗？ 我从房务运营岗位出发，逐步成长为一名总经理，职业生涯历经不同阶段：在洲际酒店集团拥有12年一线运营经验，随后于万豪酒店集团任职10年，期间担任过部门总监、驻店经理，此后重返洲际酒店集团，担任总经理一职。目前，深圳宝安京基华邑酒店是我作为总经理管理的第三个酒店项目。每一段经历与每一个角色，都让我获得了新的体悟与成长。 3. 你管理什么类型的酒店（豪华酒店、精品酒店、度假村等），这对你的日常运营有何影响？ 我目前负责管理的深圳宝安京基华邑酒店，它是洲际酒店集团旗下高端系列的全服务型五星级酒店。酒店共有242间客房，其中有13种房型，24楼是全景观的健身房和室内恒温泳池，可在游泳时欣赏远处海景、日落、飞机起降及深中通道的景色。酒店提供完善的餐饮服务，发扬以“食”与“聚”为核心的中华待客之道的艺术。 其中鲜艳餐厅共有148个座位，餐厅设计灵感源自“新安一锅鲜”食材的美食哲学：海纳百川、和而不同。菜单以“鲜”入馔，精选时令食材，提供自助餐及零点选择，国风创意融合菜单“鲜而邑见”，以四季流转作为灵感，融合不同季节的独特主题与风味，推出季度性时令菜单。彩丰楼中餐厅作为洲际酒店集团旗下高端中餐品牌，以凤凰涅槃结合当地的华邑五美作为设计灵感，融汇新中式美学精髓，秉承“一时一季·一季一食”的饮食文化理念，随二十四节气更迭，匠心呈现精致粤式佳肴。 内设6间包房及大厅36个座位。举茗邑是华邑为商务和社交度身定制的专属空间。供应中式茗茶、下午茶、结合当地非遗文化的“华邑雅集”，全方面满足客人需求。 4. 你为什么想当这家酒店总经理？ 第一次在华邑品牌酒店工作，此前在洲际酒店集团工作的品牌有假日酒店、皇冠假日酒店和洲际酒店品牌。在万豪酒店集团任职过的酒店有万丽、万豪品牌。华邑的品牌定位、独特的装修风格、传统文化品牌特色吸引我来这家酒店，对我是一次新尝试和学习，因此想加入这个项目。 5. 你在这家酒店取得了什么成就，要将努力什么目标？ 自2024年5月入职，2024年7月管理团队组建完成，筹备开业时长仅167天后成功开业，达到了业主的期待要求。后期也将继续在经营效益上回报业主，创造更多经济效益。 6. 你如何定义酒店的目的？ 成功的酒店项目有多维度的价值体现。 从客人角度给旅居客人提供家外之家的场所，通过酒店硬件、设计留下好印象；从业人员角度，以本人为例，酒店的工作给我提供了一种新的生活方式选择，在我富有热情、激情的各个年龄阶段中，在不同的城市与不同的团队合作，结识许多朋友，有工作伙伴、合作伙伴。让我可以通过这种生活方式或在职场生涯的不同阶段达成不同目标，同时拓展朋友圈。 7. 在你看来，哪些因素有助于提供优质的客户服务？ 我认为主要是两个大方面有助于提供优质的客户服务。第一是服务相关的设施设备，酒店的硬件条件。第二是员工团队的成熟度，是否经历过良好的培训、服务技能技巧达到足够的熟练程度来完成工作。同时雇主提供的工作待遇和条件使员工团队稳定，更容易保持服务品质的持续性。 8. 你如何激励和发展团队，以提供卓越的客户服务？ 洲际集团有完善的团队招募培训、绩效考核评估以及高潜质员工发展的培训项目课程，可以帮助酒店在整体人才管理上提供系统化的发展管理。激励发展团队主要是几个方面。 第一，是绩效评估和考核的机制能够持续性激励团队，以季度为单位给予团队工作表现反馈从而激励团队，不断进取。第二，针对高潜质员工制定的个人发展计划，有相应洲际集团培训课程，如从员工到主管级、主管到经理级、经理级到总监级、总监级到酒店副总级别的研讨会或项目计划，总经理的优才培养计划等。 在工作中不断识别，培训、培养并发展团队的高潜质员工，使酒店在工作运转中培养后备力量，以发展、激励员工，为客户提供卓越服务。我会以身作则并充分理解和运用IHG的强大系统和资源来不断激励和发展团队。 9. 你采取了哪些步骤来个性化客人体验，尤其是针对回头客？ 我们分为三个主要阶段确保客人在店体验。 第一是到店前阶段，宾客服务团队给客人发短信，告诉客人相关资讯、欢迎客人到店、确认客人行程安排和哪些需要酒店帮助，并为客人的入住做好充分准备。 第二是在店居停阶段，客人入住后，运营团队会关注客人需求和习惯，尤其是回头客人及贵宾的体验，宾客服务团队添加客人微信，成为贴身管家。针对客人的需求提供个性化服务，提升客人体验。 第三是离店阶段，酒店有系统自动发布调查问卷问询客人体验，宾客服务团队也会给客人打回访电话，以了解客人在店期间的体验。如在客人离店前已经和客人了解体验，如有问题我们会在客人离店前即刻解决，不会等客人离店后再跟进和解决问题。 10. 你如何平衡高端旅客和精打细算旅客的需求？ 因为市场竞争非常激烈，我们虽然是洲际集团旗下高端系列的五星级酒店，我们要兼顾高端旅客和精打细算旅客的需求。比如我们推出的餐饮产品，会针对于高端客户或有商务宴请需求的客人，彩丰楼中餐厅提供包房和总厨定制菜单。针对精打细算的客人，会提供大厅午晚市任点任食的产品。我们会提前去分析客源市场的情况，针对我们想要抓取的客源制定相应产品，精准将产品推送给客户选择。 因为生意板块的组成是动态的板块，每个季度我们的不同渠道客户的比率根据当时市场情况也会有变化。如在有展会期间，酒店的商务宴请客人占比更多，节假日或暑假期间精打细算的家庭客人占比会增高。因此最重要是根据客源市场进行精准分析，制定差异化产品。 11. 你在酒店管理和酒店业方面受过哪些教育？ 我所受的酒店业教育以大学的酒店管理专业为基础。这一系统性的专业学习，为我构建了酒店运营与服务的理论框架，也为后续在洲际、万豪等国际酒店集团长达二十余年的实践与发展奠定了重要根基。 12. 你的酒店如何与当地旅游业互动？这种联系对你的品牌有多重要？ 我们始终将自身视为深圳宝安旅游生态的重要一环，与当地文旅局及旅游业界保持着紧密、积极的战略合作关系。这种互动至关重要，它是我们品牌扎根本地、与城市共同成长的核心。 例如，在酒店开业之际，我们荣幸地邀请到区文旅局领导共同启动，这不仅是品牌的首次本地亮相，更是一次向业界与市场郑重介绍华邑品牌“中华待客之道”的契机。这种深度捆绑，极大地提升了我们在大湾区市场的品牌辨识度与美誉度，也让我们能更精准地将本地文化精髓融入宾客体验。 13. 你会向酒店客人推荐哪些景点？ 都市滨海休闲：我首推西湾红树林公园，这里是观赏滨海日落、感受深圳慢生活的绝佳去处。而欢乐港湾的地标“湾区之光”摩天轮，则是体验深圳现代浪漫与城市天际线的必游项目。 自然与人文漫步：若想登山览城，铁仔山公园的观景台可俯瞰宝安壮阔的城市画卷；对于有祈福或文化探寻兴趣的客人，岭南名山凤凰山以及承载深圳1700年历史的南头古城，都能带来深度的文化沉浸。
At the helm of HUALUXE Shenzhen Bao’an, General Manager Angie Chen brings more than two decades of international hospitality experience across IHG and Marriott to one of Shenzhen’s most distinctive luxury hotels. In this interview, she reflects on her career journey, leadership philosophy, the challenges of opening a new hotel
Marriott International has launched its first Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy property in Greater China with the opening of Artik Suzhou, marking a strategic push into longer-stay, residential-style hospitality as demand grows for more spacious, locally immersive accommodation in major Chinese cities. Artik Suzhou opens as brand’s Greater China debut Marriott
IHG Hotels & Resorts has launched voco Bangkok Surawong, bringing its fast-growing premium voco brand to Thailand for the first time with a heritage-led redesign, sustainability-focused guestrooms, and a neighbourhood-rooted experience in one of Bangkok’s most dynamic districts—at a time when international hotel brands are accelerating expansion across Southeast Asia.
Carlsberg has unveiled special Year of the Horse bottles, cans, and packs—paired with an AI-enhanced traditional design and a SKAI ISYOURGOD music collaboration—as part of a multi-market Lunar New Year campaign aimed at deepening cultural relevance and youth engagement across Asia at a time when festive branding is increasingly central
Accommodation search data from December 2025 shows Tokyo retaining first place for Lunar New Year travel, with Bangkok close behind and Taipei entering the top three for the first time—signaling shifting traveler preferences as the Year of the Horse encourages more exploratory, cross-border trips across Asia. How the Rankings Were
The Ritz-Carlton, Beijing, in collaboration with Wellendorff, a German jewelry brand, presents the “Eternal Love” afternoon tea collection. 北京丽思卡尔顿酒店携手德国百年奢华珠宝品牌Wellendorff华洛芙， 以品牌2026情人节系列产品中的四款耀目金饰为灵感，匠心打造「挚爱永恒」联名下午茶。 「挚爱永恒」联名下午茶将于2026年2月6日至05月10日 期间于酒店大堂酒廊限时发售，门市价为798元/套，线上福利价698元/套。预定致电：010-5908 8180。 购买此下午茶的宾客不仅可以享受传奇、雅致、灵感合一的丽思卡尔顿下午茶体验，还可获得华洛芙品牌家族杂志，以 133 年传承与精湛工艺，铸就「爱与永恒」。 此次华洛芙「挚爱永恒」联名下午茶共呈 5 款品牌主题甜品、4 款匠心咸点、2 款司康及 1 款特调主题饮品，让珠宝故事在味蕾上悉数绽放。 北京丽思卡尔顿酒店 +86 10-5908 8888 北京 朝阳区 建国路甲 83A 华贸中心 100025 也读 Interview with Ritz-Carlton Multi-Property GM
La Vie Hotels & Resorts strengthens its Philippine presence, taking management of Hotel Casiana & Events Center in Tagaytay and overseeing the development of Grand Casiana Hotel Mexico in Pampanga, targeting leisure and business tourism growth. La Vie’s Philippine Expansion Strategy Following the launch of its Philippine office in early
The Walt Disney Company has appointed Josh D’Amaro as its next CEO, marking a major leadership transition as Robert Iger steps aside, while elevating Dana Walden to a new top creative role aimed at strengthening Disney’s storytelling across its global business. Disney CEO Succession: Josh D’Amaro Takes the Helm The
2026 is the Year of the Horse, and a fun-filled festival across many countries in Asia. Here is a compilation of hotel and resort options offering a little something special on Feb. 17 as they mark Chinese New Year and Tet in Vietnam. Feast & Fire at Banyan Tree Samui
Accor’s Fairmont Haoi has opened as the Farimont brand’s first Vietnam property in the heart of the capital’s Old Quarter, blending heritage-led design with large-scale hospitality and events infrastructure at a time when global luxury brands are intensifying their presence in Southeast Asia’s gateway cities. Fairmont’s debut in Vietnam Fairmont
IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Vignette Collection has hit 10 open properties across Greater China, underscoring how luxury lifestyle hotel conversions and urban-renewal projects are becoming a core growth pathway as travellers increasingly prioritise place-led, experience-driven stays over standardised hospitality. A milestone for IHG’s luxury and lifestyle strategy IHG Hotels &
Minor Hotels has announced the appointment of Winston Gong as General Manager of Avani Kota Kinabalu, ahead of the hotel’s scheduled opening in Q2 2026. The appointment comes as the property enters its final pre-opening phase and accelerates preparations across operations, commercial strategy, and guest experience delivery. Winston Gong joins
Hyatt’s newest Shanghai property has opened inside the landmark ITC Xujiahui complex, blending nostalgia-led design with modern luxury at a prime heritage-location—signaling how global hotel brands are increasingly using culture-led storytelling to differentiate high-end urban hotels in China. Nostalgia-led design in a heritage district Andaz Shanghai ITC occupies one of
Accor has launched an ALL Accor app inside ChatGPT that allows travellers to search for hotels using conversational prompts, view rates (including loyalty-member prices), and then complete bookings on Accor’s secure platform. The move matters now because major hotel groups are racing to embed booking and discovery into AI interfaces
I stayed at the Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau in December while attending the Stelliers Greater China 2025 Hoteliers of the Year. With networking and gala events on the agenda, I was looking for a hotel that offered both comfort and convenience — a place where I could relax, work, and
The 2026 Black Pearl Restaurant Guide has named five IHG Hotels & Resorts restaurants in mainland China, marking multiple consecutive years of Diamond recognition and underscoring how consistent culinary capability—rather than one-off innovation—is becoming a decisive differentiator in premium hotel dining. Overview The 2026 Black Pearl Restaurant Guide has officially
Hilton has opened two new hotels in Makkah — DoubleTree by Hilton Makkah Aziziyah and Wirgan Al Noor, Tapestry Collection by Hilton — almost doubling its footprint in the Holy City at a time when demand for quality, pilgrimage-ready accommodation continues to grow What Happened Hilton has expanded its presence
JCB and American Express have rolled out a joint Tenjin inbound shopping campaign from February 2 to March 31, 2026, offering rewards to overseas cardholders and expanding a proven model that aims to boost retail activity and strengthen Fukuoka’s position in Japan’s inbound tourism ecosystem. Overview of the Campaign JCB
Alma Resort on Cam Ranh’s Long Beach has rolled out a seven-day Tet programme featuring cultural performances, craft workshops, family activities, wellness experiences and themed dining, highlighting how large-scale family resorts in Vietnam are turning Lunar New Year into an immersive, multi-generational travel moment as demand peaks in February. A
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi has unveiled a multi-day Tet programme spanning performances, craft workshops, themed dining and curated retail offerings, signalling how heritage hotels in Vietnam are positioning Lunar New Year as a signature cultural and experiential season for domestic and international guests. Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi’s Tet Space: Feb.
Azerai Resorts has unveiled comprehensive Tet programs at Azerai La Residence, Hue and Azerai Ke Ga Bay, blending traditional Vietnamese rituals with curated dining, wellness, and family activities — a timely showcase of how luxury resorts are localizing Lunar New Year experiences as travel demand rebounds in February. Azerai La
Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG Hotels & Resorts have jointly released a free, survivor-informed human trafficking prevention training for the entire hospitality sector, the first time the three groups have collaborated on such an initiative—timed to strengthen industry preparedness ahead of large-scale U.S. events in 2026. What the training includes The
Search demand for hotels near Wembley Stadium jumped 1,874% following the announcement of Harry Styles’ London tour dates, underlining the immediate impact major live music events have on the hospitality sector as fans rush to secure accommodation months in advance. Search Demand for Wembley Hotels Jumps Overnight Harry Styles has
Bangkok’s Chinese New Year calendar is set for a major uplift as centralwOrld confirms its largest-ever celebration for 2026, positioning the capital as a regional festive hub through a six-day, multi-agency cultural programme that blends heritage, tourism, and large-scale public activation. Landmark Chinese New Year Event Anchors Bangkok’s 2026 Festive
Online hotel reviews are no longer a supporting detail in hotel marketing—they are the first point of discovery, a trust signal, and a decisive influence on bookings as traveler behavior continues to evolve in 2026. Before potential guests browse hotel photos or compare room rates, many are already forming an
InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf has expanded its executive leadership with the appointments of General Manager Stefan Mirevski, Sales and Marketing leader Tyler Jones, and luxury sales veteran Monique Harrison as the waterfront hotel positions itself for increased global attention ahead of America’s 250th anniversary. The hotel has announced a
One of Venice’s most storied hotels is entering a new chapter as Danieli reopens as a Four Seasons Hotel, blending meticulous restoration with contemporary luxury service. With reservations now open ahead of its 2026 debut, the reopening reinforces Venice’s ongoing appeal as a global luxury travel destination at a time
VisitBritain is hosting over 70 international travel buyers across England, Scotland, and Wales from 30 January to 5 February, offering first-hand experiences of Britain’s top attractions and tourism innovations to grow the inbound visitor economy. Educational Trips Highlight Britain’s Tourism Offer VisitBritain will host more than 70 international travel trade
Emirates and Marriott International have confirmed plans to launch a new all-inclusive luxury lodge in Australia’s Greater Blue Mountains, marking the global debut of the Ritz-Carlton Lodge concept and signalling renewed momentum for high-end, nature-based tourism in regional New South Wales. A New Chapter for Luxury Lodges in Australia Emirates
Mandarin Oriental Qianmen, Beijing has been awarded UNESCO’s Prix Versailles, a leading global honour for architectural design, recognising the hotel’s sensitive restoration of historic hutong architecture just one year after opening, as heritage-led luxury gains renewed industry focus. UNESCO Recognises Heritage-Led Hotel Design in Beijing Mandarin Oriental Qianmen, Beijing has
Moxy Hotels has launched a new lifestyle campaign in Greater China, introducing limited-edition, candy-inspired cocktails and interactive lobby experiences across 10 properties, as lifestyle hotel brands intensify efforts to engage younger, experience-driven travellers at the start of the year. Moxy Brings Experiential Activations to China Properties Moxy Hotels, part of
Azerai La Residence, Hue has unveiled a refreshed menu at its flagship restaurant Le Parfum, introducing new Hue-inspired Vietnamese specialities under the direction of award-winning head chef Nguyen Dong Hai, as the hotel continues to strengthen its reputation as a leading culinary destination in central Vietnam. A Culinary Landmark in
Four Seasons Hotel Shenzhen has unveiled a city-wide Chinese New Year programme combining Michelin-starred Cantonese dining, curated festive gifting and a value-driven suite stay offer, positioning the Futian landmark as a seasonal hub for both local celebrations and holiday getaways as the Year of the Horse approaches. Travelers can find
深圳宝安京基华邑酒店 隶属于洲际酒店集团旗下华邑品牌，将现代奢华与精致的中国文化元素巧妙融合，打造出一处与都市喧嚣形成鲜明对比的静谧优雅的休憩之所。 经过一天的长途跋涉，我抵达深圳宝安华邑酒店。这家于2024年11月开业，洲际酒店集团旗下华邑品牌酒店，却让我立刻感受到一种沉稳宁静的氛围，与窗外熙攘的都市形成鲜明对比。酒店的设计充分考虑了中国文化的精髓，将现代奢华与传统韵味完美融合，营造出既精致优雅又充满地域特色的入住体验。从大堂到客房，每一个细节都经过精心设计，旨在帮助宾客在宝安区放慢脚步，放松身心，享受一段悠闲惬意的时光。 深圳宝安京基华邑酒店 环境 宝安区常被视为深圳的门户区域——毗邻机场，交通便利，商务气息浓厚——但入住这里，却展现了这座城市更为宁静的一面。这酒店是深圳宝安国际机场附近最新开业的酒店，其清新现代的氛围在该地区堪称翘楚。酒店周边环境宽敞整洁，道路宽阔，绿树成荫，生活节奏明显比福田或南山慢得多。这里并非步行观光的理想之地，但对于长途飞行或忙碌工作后渴望放松身心、享受便利和秩序感的旅客而言，这里却是绝佳之选。酒店本身就像是这片静谧都市中的一片绿洲。 地理位置 酒店交通便利，陆路、海路、空路和铁路均可轻松抵达。酒店距离深圳宝安国际机场、深圳国际会展中心和深圳湾超级总部基地均很近。15分钟车程内即可连接主要高速公路、机场和港口，形成一个一小时商务圈，可直达粤港澳大湾区主要城市，包括香港、中山和东莞。酒店毗邻宝安的“绿色之肺”——占地千亩的铁子山生态公园和碧海湾高尔夫公园，让宾客在都市繁华中也能亲近自然，呼吸清新空气。 酒店位置及交通 酒店 走进酒店大堂，我立刻被这里宁静祥和的氛围所吸引。高挑的天花板、柔和的灯光和低调的中国风设计元素，营造出一种优雅而不失亲切的氛围。这里处处体现着平衡之美——现代建筑与温暖的材质、柔和的色调以及精心设计的空间布局相得益彰。员工始终彬彬有礼、专业周到，举手投足间都让人感到轻松自在。无论是办理入住、问路还是安排交通，服务都高效且贴心，完美诠释了酒店精致而温馨的格调。 客房及套房 我入住的是一间海景单卧套房，住了两晚。房间宽敞舒适，布局合理，设计周到，兼顾休息和工作需求。落地窗引入充足的自然光线，瞬间营造出开阔明亮的氛围。床铺格外舒适，床单清爽，床垫软硬适中，支撑性极佳。房间布局实用，配备齐全的办公桌、充足的充电插座和便捷的灯光控制系统，令人倍感满意。浴室同样高端大气，宽敞的台面、高品质的卫浴设施以及舒缓宁静的水疗式氛围，即使是匆忙的早晨也能让人感到放松惬意。华邑俱乐部客房的宾客可使用位于酒店23层的行政酒廊。 餐饮场所 酒店的餐饮选择丰富多样，满足您一天中不同时刻的用餐需求。鲜艳全日餐厅的早餐丰盛多样，融合了国际美食和经典中式佳肴，无论您是想享用丰盛的早餐还是清淡的餐点，都能找到心仪之选。中餐厅彩丰楼以其精致的粤菜风味脱颖而出，菜肴既保留了熟悉的味道，又展现了精湛的烹饪技艺。 我还经常光顾举茗邑茶室，这里成了会议间隙的静谧休憩之所——一个可以让人流连忘返、促膝长谈，或只是静静品茗、享受片刻宁静的空间。第二天入住当晚，我特意前往面家用餐，这家面馆提供手工面条和其他小吃。餐厅营业至深夜，我注意到这里既有像我一样的酒店住客，也有来自酒店外的食客。 会议及活动 这家酒店显然是为商务旅客和活动而建。酒店拥有六个多功能会议场地，总面积近 1100 平方米，配备了现代化的视听设备。这些会议及活动空间宽敞、现代且灵活多变，适合举办从董事会议到大型会议和宴会等各种活动。最令我印象深刻的是这些空间与酒店其他区域的无缝衔接——即使在活动繁忙的日子里，酒店也丝毫没有混乱之感。活动团队在幕后高效运作，确保会议顺利进行，同时又不影响客人的整体体验。 康体设施 经过漫长的一天，康体设施提供了一个令人愉悦的放松方式。健身中心设施齐全，空间宽敞，即使在高峰时段也不会感到拥挤。室内和屋顶泳池都是令人神清气爽的休憩之所，尤其是在夜晚城市灯光璀璨之时。一切都干净整洁，维护良好，设计周到，让宾客能够轻松地将健康融入到入住体验中，而不是将其视为可有可无的附加项目。 我的想法 深圳宝安华邑大酒店以其低调的舒适感而著称。它或许并非位于深圳最繁华的地段，但这恰恰是它的优势所在。这家酒店适合那些重视宁静而非喧嚣、舒适而非浮华、以及注重服务品质而非流于形式而非刻意表现的旅客。 作为该地区最新的酒店，它也拥有极高的性价比。与附近价格更高的酒店相比，宾客可以在酒店内享受舒适的住宿环境和丰富的餐饮选择，而无需牺牲品质。无论您是商务出行、中转停留，还是旅途中的短暂休憩，这里都能为您提供沉稳可靠、舒适愉悦的入住体验，让您倍感放松，而非匆忙匆忙。 实用贴士 常见问题解答 深圳宝安京基华邑酒店离机场近吗？ 是的，酒店距离机场仅需短暂车程，方便搭乘早班或晚班飞机。 酒店适合休闲旅客吗？ 是的，尤其适合喜欢安静环境，并且不介意乘坐交通工具前往主要景点的旅客。 客房适合办公吗？ 当然——房间宽敞、安静，设计充分考虑了工作效率。 酒店感觉现代吗？ 是的，一切都充满现代感，维护良好，设计精巧。 适合举办会议和活动吗？ 非常适合——这是酒店的强项之一。 旅客可在 Trip.com 查询 深圳宝安京基华邑酒店 的房价及空房情况。本文部分链接为联盟链接，您通过这些链接购买酒店，我们可能会获得佣金，但不会增加您的任何额外费用。 也读 深圳宝安京基华邑酒店 “瑞骏呈祥” 年味盛宴
Part of IHG’s HUALUXE brand, HUALUXE Hotel Shenzhen Bao’an blends modern luxury with subtle Chinese cultural touches, offering a calm, polished retreat that contrasts with the pace of the city. I arrived at HUALUXE Shenzhen Bao’an after a long travel day, expecting efficiency and convenience. Instead, the hotel — which
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort has confirmed the return of its Tastemaker Series for 2026, revealing a high-profile programme of globally recognised chefs, wellness practitioners, mixologists and tennis legends—further strengthening the resort’s position as one of the Maldives’ most culturally immersive luxury destinations. This page may contain affiliate links.
The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong will host a one-night-only eight-course tasting dinner on February 5, 2026, bringing together four acclaimed Italian chefs for a collaborative menu inspired by the culinary traditions of Southern Italy. Travelers can find information about room rates and availability of the Ritz-Carlton Hong Hong on Expedia.com. Some links in
Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas has unveiled a new five-night wellness retreat inspired by Traditional Thai Medicine and elemental healing, responding to rising demand for immersive, nature-based wellbeing experiences in Thailand. New Wellness Retreat Rooted in Thai Healing Traditions Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas has introduced
Anantara Chiang Mai Resort has named long-serving Minor Hotels leader Tudsaporn Jaiboonchuen as its new General Manager, effective 1 January 2026, reinforcing leadership continuity as the luxury resort enters its next phase of growth. Leadership Appointment at Anantara Chiang Mai Operated by global hospitality group Minor Hotels, Anantara Chiang Mai
The Hari Hong Kong has unveiled “The Love Chapter”, a limited-period Valentine’s Day programme combining a romantic stay package with curated dining, wellness and afternoon tea experiences, as hotels across Hong Kong double down on experience-led celebrations ahead of the February peak. A Valentine’s Programme Built Around Stay, Dining and
Island Shangri-La Hong Kong has announced a curated lineup of Valentine’s Day dining experiences for 14 February, spanning Michelin-starred French cuisine, Japanese omakase, seafood-led grills and themed afternoon tea—responding to sustained demand for premium, occasion-led dining in the city. A Citywide Valentine’s Dining Line-Up Under One Roof As Valentine’s Day
China World Summit Wing Beijing’s Reposition China World Summit Wing, Beijing has sharpened its positioning as an Urban Lifestyle Destination, unveiling enhanced hallmark experiences that reflect evolving travel patterns—from bleisure and wellness to social celebrations—at a time when Beijing’s CBD is re-emerging as a global hub for culture, commerce and
Hilton Hotels Malaysia has unveiled its “Plan Ahead and Save 2026” campaign, allowing travellers to secure stays for Malaysia’s 2026 long weekends and public holidays with savings of up to 25%, as demand for early booking and value-led travel continues to rise. From 10 January to 10 March 2026, guests
Mandarin Oriental has named seasoned luxury hotelier Paul Jackson as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong and Area Vice President, Operations, as the iconic flagship prepares for a landmark renovation and a new era of guest-centric innovation across the region. Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced the appointment of
InterContinental Changsha Awaken Your Senses: A Three-Layered Journey at InterContinental Changsha More than a stay, it is a feeling. At InterContinental Changsha, a single visit unfolds as a three-layered sensory journey—designed to awaken warmth, vision, and inspiration through thoughtfully curated experiences. Layer One: Warmth UnfoldsFrom January 12 to March 31,
香港 W 酒店 情人節及農曆新年餐飲優惠 香港 W 酒店 呈獻一系列新春餐飲及水療禮遇。本文包含聯盟連結, 我們可能會獲得佣金，但不會增加你任何額外費用。 2026年 2月13日（星期五） KITCHEN午市自助餐：12:00 – 14:30 價錢：成人港幣 538+ / 小童港幣 328+（包括無限暢飲果汁）晚市自助餐：第一輪： 1800 – 20:00；第二輪：20:30 – 22:30 價錢：成人港幣 908+ / 小童港幣 598+（可升級至無限暢飲精選氣泡酒、餐酒及果汁） WOOBAR（營業時間：）12:00 – 0100三道菜午市套餐：12:00 – 14:00 價錢：每位港幣 428+ 「綻放‧蜜語」下午茶：15:30 – 18:00 價錢：兩位港幣 828+ WETDECK（營業時間：）12：00 – 20：00 Aperitivo 菜單：17:00 – 20:00 價錢：每位港幣 408+（只限成人），包括無限暢飲精選氣泡酒及 Spritz
The Langham Shenzhen Gourmet Blend of Fish & Lamb Where land meets sea, flavour comes alive. SILK at The Langham, Shenzhen presents its “Gourmet Blend of Fish & Lamb” themed dinner buffet, celebrating the harmony of premium lamb and fresh seafood to warm the New Year. Availability： Now until 28
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Hilton has officially opened The Green Leaf Niseko Village, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, marking the lifestyle brand’s debut in Japan and strengthening Hilton’s premium presence in Hokkaido as demand for high-design, experience-led winter resorts continues to grow. Located at the base of Mount Niseko Annupuri within Niseko Village Ski Resort,
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