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Garner Hotels has reached 100 open hotels worldwide since its 2023 launch, marking a rapid expansion milestone for IHG Hotels & Resorts. The Garner Hotels growth strategy highlights rising demand for conversion-led development across global hospitality markets. Key Takeaways Garner Hotels Reaches 100 Global Openings Garner Hotels has achieved 100
International Medical Group (IMG) has been recognized across multiple categories in the U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Travel Insurance rankings, reflecting growing demand for comprehensive travel protection solutions. Key Takeaways IMG Travel Insurance Recognized Across Multiple 2026 Categories IMG was ranked in several major categories in the 2026
Fusion Hotel Group acquisition by SC Capital Partners marks a strategic expansion of a pan-Asian hospitality platform, strengthening presence across Vietnam, Japan, and Indonesia. The deal positions the wellness-focused brand for accelerated regional growth and integration with established hotel operators. Key Takeaways Fusion Hotel Group Acquired by SC Capital Partners
Trip.com Group and Visa have entered a global partnership to introduce a virtual travel card program designed to streamline travel payments and improve booking experiences across the global travel ecosystem. Key Takeaways Trip.com Group and Visa Launch Global Travel Payment Partnership Trip.com Group and Visa have announced a global agreement
Hilton will enter the Mongolian hospitality market with the signing of Conrad Ulaanbaatar, scheduled to open in 2028. The project introduces the Conrad brand to Mongolia and marks Hilton’s first hotel in the country, expanding the company’s luxury footprint in Asia. Key Takeaways Conrad Ulaanbaatar to Anchor New Mixed-Use Development
Marriott International has signed an agreement to introduce The Luxury Collection to Cambodia and Laos through the conversion of two heritage boutique hotels. The move marks Marriott’s first hotel in Laos and the debut of The Luxury Collection in both countries. Key Takeaways Marriott Expands The Luxury Collection Into Cambodia
Princess Cruises has unveiled its 2028 World Cruise aboard Coral Princess, a 115-day global itinerary visiting 49 destinations across 24 countries and five continents.The cruise, departing January 3, 2028, introduces expanded overnight port stays, 39 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a maiden call to Mossel Bay, South Africa. Disclosure: This
Updated on April 30, 2026 Ascott Singapore will open Oakwood Premier Raffles Place Singapore on 1 April 2026, expanding the Oakwood brand in the city’s central business district. The 299-room property at CapitaSpring strengthens The Ascott Limited’s serviced residence portfolio in Singapore and reflects growing demand for premium urban accommodation.
Namia River Retreat, a luxury wellness-inclusive resort in Hoi An, Vietnam, has joined the invitation-only Virtuoso global travel network. The partnership connects the all-private pool villa retreat with more than 20,000 luxury travel advisors worldwide, expanding its international visibility while reinforcing Central Vietnam’s growing position in high-end wellness travel. Disclosure:
The Pacific Asia Travel Association has announced PATA media partnership with Breaking Travel News, aimed at strengthening industry coverage and thought leadership across the Asia Pacific tourism sector. The collaboration will see Breaking Travel News support two of PATA’s major 2026 events while expanding editorial storytelling around tourism innovation, sustainability,
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has unveiled the Summer 2027 itineraries for Luminara, featuring 21 voyages across Alaska and Asia between April and October 2027. The season expands the brand’s presence in both regions, adding new ports and deeper destination immersion while maintaining the intimate ultra-luxury yacht experience that defines the
Avani+ Lanexang Vientiane is set to open in Q2 2026, marking Minor Hotels’ second property in Laos and strengthening its footprint in the capital as Vientiane continues to develop as a regional gateway for business and leisure travel. The new-build lifestyle hotel will join Avani+ Luang Prabang, reinforcing Minor Hotels’
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) has signed a strategic agreement with Tokyu Hotels & Resorts, bringing more than 40 Japanese properties into the GHA DISCOVERY loyalty programme — a move that strengthens GHA’s footprint in Japan’s fast-growing inbound tourism market. The partnership integrates one of Japan’s established domestic hotel operators into
The World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance has announced a multi-year partnership with the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA), combining its Annual Summit with the Awards ceremony into a single annual November event designed to accelerate sustainability leadership across global travel and hospitality. A Unified Summit and Awards Model The
The Mira Hong Kong hosted its second annual Ramadan Iftar Dinner on 26 February, convening nearly 200 government officials, diplomats and tourism leaders to reinforce Hong Kong’s positioning as a Muslim-friendly destination and regional hub for inclusive hospitality, following the hotel’s recognition as Muslim-Friendly Hotel of the Year at the
Hilton has signed Waldorf Astoria Goa, scheduled to open in 2030 on a 20-acre South Goa beachfront site, expanding its luxury footprint in India and reinforcing investor confidence in high-end leisure hospitality across the country’s western coastline. Hilton Expands Luxury Portfolio in India Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has announced the signing
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Vietnam’s mountain town of Sapa has been named Asia’s fastest-growing destination for international travellers, according to Agoda’s latest New Horizons ranking, highlighting a sharp shift in traveller demand toward lesser-known, experience-led locations across the region. Travelers can find more information about Sapa and explore accommodation details on Expedia. Some links in
Antitrust China’s market regulator has launched a formal antitrust investigation into online travel platform Trip.com Group over suspected abuse of market dominance and monopolistic practices, according to an official notice released on Wednesday. The State Administration for Market Regulation said the probe was initiated following preliminary verification and in line
Doha has been officially named the GCC Tourism Capital for 2026, following approval by tourism ministers from across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). The designation recognises Qatar’s long-term tourism strategy and positions Doha as a leading regional destination for culture, business events and sustainable tourism growth. The announcement was made
Mexico has officially launched its international roadmap as Partner Country of FITUR 2026, positioning tourism as a strategic engine for growth, investment, and global visibility. Backed by strong visitor growth and ahead of a landmark year that includes hosting the FIFA World Cup, the country is using the Madrid travel
Beijing’s 798 Art District marked the arrival of 2026 with a large-scale New Year’s Eve celebration that transformed the former industrial zone into a city-wide stage, drawing nearly 130,000 visitors and positioning contemporary art at the centre of public life as the capital entered the new year. Travelers can find
New Taipei City ushered in 2026 with its flagship New Year’s Eve celebration, Shining New Taipei 1314 Cross-River Fireworks, drawing an estimated 90,000 visitors to the Tamsui River waterfront on December 31. Combining large-scale outdoor concerts with a choreographed cross-river fireworks display, the event once again cemented its status as
China Daily has officially launched China Bound, a new English-language smart tourism platform designed to simplify and personalise travel to China for international visitors. Unveiled on January 1, the platform offers one-stop services ranging from travel inspiration and itinerary planning to intelligent Q&A, ticket booking, and travel storytelling—marking a major
Calvin Harris, Alesso and Afrojack lead a major EDM event at Stadium 974, reinforcing Qatar’s growing role as a global entertainment hub Qatar’s 25N51E Music Festival returns in January 2026 at Stadium 974, featuring Calvin Harris, Alesso and Afrojack across two stages. Visit Qatar has confirmed the return of the
The 11th Global Tourism Economy Forum ends in Harbin, spotlighting innovation, ice-snow tourism and China’s expanding role in global tourism development The 11th Global Tourism Economy Forum (GTEF) concluded successfully in Harbin, Heilongjiang Province, bringing together more than 1,500 global tourism leaders, policymakers and industry executives from over 30 countries
Explore Norwegian Cruise Line’s Winter 2027/28 deployment with 370+ voyages, longer port stays, global destinations and the return of Free at Sea Plus Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), a global leader in cruise innovation with nearly six decades of boundary-breaking travel experiences, has unveiled its highly anticipated Winter 2027/28 deployment, alongside
TransNusa launches four new domestic routes, reaching 19 routes in three years and boosting air connectivity to Indonesia’s key tourism destinations Indonesian carrier TransNusa has successfully launched four new domestic routes, marking a major milestone as it secures 19 routes within just three years of operations. The latest expansion underscores
L’ÉCOLE珠宝艺术中心于上海呈献全新展览”矿石奇珍” （L’ÉCOLE School of Jewelry Arts presents a new exhibition in Shanghai: “Journey with Minerals”） 由Van Cleef & Arpels梵克雅宝支持创立的 L’ÉCOLE珠宝艺术中心，于2025年11月25日至2026年3月29日，在上海倾情呈献”矿石奇珍”展览。展览汇集70件稀有矿物标本、高级珠宝作品及艺术品，以自然科学与珠宝艺术的双重视角，为观众构筑了一处震撼人心的矿物绮境。 “矿石奇珍”展览汇集了来自巴黎高等矿业学院矿物学博物馆（Mineralogy Museum, Mines Paris – PSL）的独特展品、梵克雅宝典藏珠宝的传世之作，以及来 自全球多家收藏机构或私人藏家的珠宝臻藏。L’ÉCOLE同多家机构携手，诚邀公众共同探索矿物的奥秘。未来，L’ÉCOLE还将在上海特别推出视障人士专属的视觉共融观展导览，让珠宝艺术之美惠及每一个人。 L’ÉCOLE珠宝艺术中心（中国）董事总经理 Giulietta Yu： “珠宝真正的起点，早于珠宝工匠的工作台，来自大地深处的脉动与呼吸。“ 她强调，本次展览旨在引领观众回溯至珠宝的本源，审视那些承载着星球生命记忆的矿物本身。 展览策展人、巴黎高等矿业学院矿物学博物馆馆长Eloïse Gaillou： “相较于香港展览，上海新展不仅增添了众多珍贵展品，更通过对比展出多组高级珠宝作品与原始矿物标本，呈现了自然瑰宝向艺术珍品的蜕变历程。” 一楼展厅将通过五个主题揭示矿物世界⸺从色彩、形态到原子结构，乃至源自宇宙的物质，带领观众探索矿物的奇妙奥秘。 二楼展厅以矿物为线索，旨在为观众奉献一场感官盛宴：公众可通过交互设计，身临其境地探索矿物的内在奥秘。L’ÉCOLE精心打造了生动多元、寓教于乐的主题空间，将专业知识融入沉浸式体验，引领公众开启精彩的探索之旅。 “矿石奇珍”展览于2024年在香港首次亮相，如今来到上海，与沪上观众再续新章。除原有展品外，此次上海展览全新呈现16件珍贵矿物标本与16件高级珠宝作品及艺术品，并将高级珠宝作品与相关材质标本并置，揭示自然瑰宝与大师匠艺的生动对话。 此外，上海展览还特别呈现了极具东方特色的艺术珍品，如铜花瓶，翡翠耳坠及手镯等。这些作品承载着悠久的矿物文化——亿万年前，手工匠人们便从自然矿物中汲取灵感，将智慧与美好愿景融入创作，成就不同艺术臻作。这些浸润着中华文明底蕴的瑰宝，彰显着独特的东方美学。 展览信息 矿石奇珍 2025年11月25日至2026年3月29日 L’ÉCOLE珠宝艺术中心（中国） 由Van Cleef & Arpels梵克雅宝支持创立 上海市 淮海中路796号历峰双子别墅 周二至周日开放，上午10：30至下午6：30 特殊闭展时间除外 Also
Bookings are open for Queensland’s new Ngaro Track Walk In Comfort—an immersive multi-day Whitsunday Island hiking experience combining culture, nature, and expert guiding Bookings are officially open for the Ngaro Track Walk In Comfort, Queensland’s newest multi-day hiking experience on the breathtaking Whitsunday Island. Delivered in partnership with the Queensland
Finnair boosts winter 2026 Thailand flights to a record 25 weekly, including Bangkok, Phuket, and a return to Krabi — offering more travel flexibility Finnair is set to make its biggest-ever Thailand schedule this winter, operating up to 25 weekly flights between Helsinki and three Thai destinations — Bangko Phuket,
Turkish Airlines secures USD 412M from Bank of China to boost fleet growth, expand operations, and strengthen Türkiye–China aviation partnership Turkish Airlines, the global carrier flying to more countries than any other airline, has completed a landmark financing transaction with Bank of China, arranged through Bank of China Turkey A.Ş.
IHG One Rewards introduces a lifestyle-focused redemption platform, turning loyalty points into meaningful experiences beyond hotel stays IHG Hotels & Resorts has unveiled the IHG One Rewards Member Catalogue, a next-generation platform redefining how members use their points. Moving beyond traditional redemptions, the catalogue opens up a world of lifestyle
Kaohsiung International Airport’s new seven-year agreement to deliver faster check-in, smoother boarding, and future-ready airport operations Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH), Taiwan’s second-largest international gateway, is stepping up to redefine the passenger journey as air travel across Asia soars to new heights. The airport has signed a seven-year partnership with global
Cathay’s fifth new destination in 2025 strengthens connectivity between Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland and the world The Cathay Group is expanding its reach in the Chinese Mainland with the launch of new daily non-stop flights between Hong Kong and Changsha, starting 4 November 2025. The new service reinforces Cathay’s
Setting sail in 2026, Legend of the Seas redefines family vacations with more thrills, flavors, and destinations than ever before across Europe and the Caribbean. Royal Caribbean International is taking family vacations to legendary new heights with the debut of Legend of the Seas, setting sail in July 2026. The
TransNusa’s second China route in under a month strengthens Indonesia–China connectivity and opens new tourism gateways TransNusa Airlines continues its rapid international expansion with the launch of its maiden flight between Manado and Shenzhen, marking its second China route in less than a month after debuting services to Shanghai. The
Premium brand Crowne Plaza expands in France with family-friendly destination just minutes from Disneyland Paris IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) has signed Crowne Plaza Paris – Marne-la-Vallée in partnership with Danish real estate company Proark. Slated for full conversion in the second half of 2026, the 250-room property will combine
Can a midscale conversion brand Garner redefine value stays in Thailand’s resort city? IHG Hotels & Resorts is set to introduce its fast-growing Garner brand to Southeast Asia with the launch of Garner Hotel Pattaya Central, opening later this year on Thailand’s east coast. The signing with long-time partner Nova
IHG Expands voco Brand to Thailand IHG Hotels & Resorts is set to bring its premium voco hotels brand to Phuket through a partnership with AssetWise Public Company Limited and subsidiary Rhom Bho Property Public Company Limited. Scheduled to open in 2029, the 175-room voco Phuket Bangtao will be located
Emirates lands in Hangzhou Emirates has officially launched its new daily service to Hangzhou, marking its fifth gateway in the Chinese mainland and the second new destination added in under a month, following Shenzhen. Flight EK310 landed at Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport on 30 July. Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ Deputy President
China Airlines China Airlines, a Taiwan-based carrier, will begin providing travelers in all cabin classes with free Internet access or messaging service on all routes flown by 777, A350 and A321neo aircraft from August 1 this year. The move will make China Airlines the first Taiwanese carrier to offer free
Virgin Atlantic Starlink Wi-Fi Virgin Atlantic will begin installing streaming-quality Wi-Fi on its Boeing 787s, Airbus A350s, and A330neos from Q3 2026, with the installation expected to be completed by the end of 2027. By leveraging the world’s most advanced satellite constellation in low Earth orbit, Starlink offers high-speed, low-latency
dusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives Dusit brings vibrant energy to the Maldives with dusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives, the group’s first all-inclusive resort near Malé designed for the young and the young at heart. The opening is the group’s second Dusit-branded property in the country, complementing the luxury Dusit Thani Maldives. Set to soft
Hong Kong Airlines New Flights to Sydney On June 20th Hong Kong Airlines (HX017) touched down at Sydney Airport, marking the launch of a new daily service connecting Hong Kong and Sydney. To mark the new milestone in its network expansion, Hong Kong Airlines held celebratory events at both Hong Kong
Da Nang, Siem Reap Emirates has expanded its East Asia footprint to 23 points with the launch of two new routes via Bangkok – Da Nang, Vietnam and Siem Reap, Cambodia. These launches mark a significant milestone in the airline’s broader strategy to deepen connectivity to the region during a
TransNusa South East Asia’s premium service airline PT TransNusa Aviation Mandiri is increasing the frequency of its Bali – Perth route to twice daily or 14 times a week from its current 7 times a week. TransNusa Group Chief Executive Officer, Datuk Bernard Francis said that sales of tickets for
Emirates Dilmah International Tea Day Celebrating International Tea Day on 21 May, Emirates and Dilmah Tea will be presenting a complimentary pack of luxury leaf artisan teas to customers on all flights, commemorating a successful 33-year partnership, and more than 33 million cups of tea served every year. Emirates Lounges
Preferred Hotels & Resorts Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, has announced the addition of 19 new member properties to its global portfolio between January 1 and March 31, 2025. To celebrate, I Prefer Hotel Rewards members can earn 2,500 bonus points on eligible stays at
Marriott Acquires citizenM Marriott International announced it has reached an agreement to acquire the lifestyle brand citizenM, a unique and innovative offering in the select-service segment. The transaction is expected to accelerate Marriott’s global expansion of its select-service and lifestyle lodging offerings, as the company continues to focus on expanding its
Resorts World Sentosa The Laurus Resorts World Sentosa (RWS, 圣淘沙名胜世界) will be home to Singapore’s first The Luxury Collection branded property The Laurus (桂玥豪华精选酒店) when it debuts in the third quarter of 2025 (3Q2025). Crafted in collaboration with Marriott International. The 183 all-suite luxury hotel will be available for bookings
Marriott International Expands Luxury Safari Portfolio in Kenya with a Dual Signing of The Ritz-Carlton and JW Marriott Safari Camps Marriott International, Inc. unveiled plans to open two luxury tented safari camps in Kenya, following the signings of The Ritz-Carlton, Masai Mara Safari Camp and JW Marriott Mount Kenya Rhino
IHG on track to double its estate IHG remains on track to double its estate in key priority market. Growth includes debuts for Six Senses, Vignette Collection and Garner brands. The hotel group has passed 50 open properties in Japan – where it remains on track to double its estate
IHG China From the left: Sean Xiao, Executive Chef of Cai Feng Lou at HUALUXE Hotels & Resorts Xi’an Tanghua; Alan Gao, Executive Assistant Manager of Riva Mediterranean Steakhouse at InterContinental Suzhou; Lin Lin, Executive Chef of Wu Yue No.1 Chinese Restaurant at InterContinental Wuxi; Wang Gang, Executive Chef of
Guinness World Record Turkish Airlines has been recognised by Guinness World Records™ for flying to more countries than any other carrier – a record that Türkiye’s national flag airline has unofficially held since 2012. The record certificate for “Most Countries Flown to by an Airline” was presented at Santiago Arturo
From ultra-luxurious train journeys to seaside wellness retreats, Accor continues to push the boundaries of extraordinary hospitality experience. Across its spectrum of 45+ hospitality brands, ranging from luxury to economy and everything in between; and around the world, some 330,000+ talented Accor Heartists are delivering passion for hospitality and genuine care, crafting
IHG Greater China Operation Leadership Team IHG Greater China just concluded their 2024 Operation Leadership Team (OLT) meeting held at voco Shanghai Zhangjiang. The Operation Leadership Team (OLT) meeting at InterContinental Hotels Group is a strategic forum where key operational leaders discuss business priorities, performance updates, and critical initiatives. InterContinental
Rosewood is going to be in Japan Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® has been appointed by Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd. to manage Rosewood Miyakojima on Mikayo Island in the Okinawan archipelago, opening in 2024. The 55-villa, ultra-luxury resort represents the first Rosewood property in Japan, in a destination acclaimed for its
The 17th ITE HCMC themed “Connectivity, Growth, Sustainability” offers three full days (Sept 7-9 2023) activities for international and local exhibitors to network, participate in high-level forums and informative seminars, as well as to experience top-notch entertainment. ITE HCMC 2023 ITE HCMC 2023 will be held in a hybrid format,