Hot hotel openings this week
The week witnessed a series of milestone hotel openings
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Hot hotel openings: “Madrid is having its moment”
In this week's list of hot hotel openings, Madrid welcomes two new luxury hotels, Avani unveils its entry into Thailand’s resort town of Krabi, IHG debuts Hotel Indigo in Japan and more.
Hot hotel openings: Curio Collection by Hilton debuts in St Kitts and more
In this week's roundup of hot hotel openings, Curio Collection by Hilton debuts in St Kitts and Nevis, Rosewood unveils a transformation in the British Virgin Islands, Marriott opens in the…
Hot hotel openings: Six Senses’ UK debut and more
This week on hot hotel openings, Six Senses announces its London debut, Accor takes over in the central Queensland market, The Brooklyn Home Company opens The Lake House and more.
Hot hotel openings: The best of 2020
In this week's special edition of hot hotel openings, we look forward to the year ahead and visit some of the latest and most anticipated properties from around the world.
Hot hotel openings: Club Med opens on its own private island and more
This week on hot hotel openings, we've got four of the best hotels and resorts from around the world — from Shenzhen's east coast to the archipelago of Seychelles off East Africa and more.
Hot hotel openings: COMO Cocoa Islands and more
On this week's round-up of hot hotel openings, COMO Cocoa Islands heats up in the Maldives, Rotana opens a five-star retreat in Dar es Salaam, Ritz-Carlton reopens in the US Virgin Islands…
Hot hotel openings: Club Med’s new resort in Michès and more
From the unspoiled beaches of the Dominican Republic to the streets of London and Germany — here are this week's hottest hotel openings around the world.
Hot hotel openings: The only hotel on top of a racetrack and more
From Abu Dhabi's world-famous Yas Island to India's majestic state of Himachal Pradesh and the city centre of Czech Republic — here's this week's round-up of hot hotel openings.
Hot hotel openings: andBeyond thrives in the ancient Namibian desert and more
On this week's round-up of hot hotel openings, andBeyond unveils its property in Namibia's ancient desert, Nobu celebrates with a sake ceremony in Los Cabos, Lazy Bay opens in the Bahamas…
Hot hotel openings: Sofitel’s 5-star debut in Melbourne and more
On this week's hot hotels round-up, Accor debuts a USD 130 million 5-star hotel in Melbourne, Four Seasons welcomes guests in Hawaii and The Luxury Collection opens a palatial retreat in…
Hot hotel openings: Welcome to paradise
On this week’s list of hot hotel openings, we’re taking a look at three new stunning properties that are heating up the Maldivian paradise.
Hot hotel openings: The Fullerton arrives in Sydney and more
On this Friday’s hotel openings round-up, Singapore’s The Fullerton Hotels arrives in Sydney, The Standard opens in the Maldives and more.
Hot hotel openings: “At the forefront of the cultural scene”
Hot off the press this week, our list of hot hotel openings include Aloft Hotels’ first property in Scotland, Radisson’s latest in Latin America and more.
Hot hotel openings: Re-interpreting history through a modern lens
This week on our platter of hot hotel openings, we’re serving you the freshest properties from St Regis, Pullman, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants and more.
Hot hotel openings: A guest list that runs from Charlie Chaplin to Jackie Kennedy
On our hot list of hotel openings this week, Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor reopens in Cambodia, Virgin Hotels announces a milestone in Florida and more.
Hot hotel openings: IHG and Accor launch in the Maldives and more
On this week’s round-up of hot hotel openings, IHG and Accor go head-to-head with new resorts in the Maldives, LEGOLAND announces its Pirate Island Hotel and more.
Hot hotel openings: The Ritz-Carlton debuts in Montenegro and more
On this week’s hot hotel openings, we’re seeing properties in the most exotic destinations — from the Adriatic coast of Montenegro to the South Beach of Miami and more.
Hot hotel openings: Rosewood’s new “mansion in the sky” and more
On this week’s round-up of hot hotel openings, we’re taking a look at Rosewood’s sky-high property in Guangzhou, a luxury lodge in the Arctic Circle and more.
Hot hotel openings: Luxury mountain lodges of 2019
In this Friday’s edition of hot hotel openings, we’re looking at three of the most enviable mountain lodges that are opening this year.
Hot hotel openings: Levitating beds, secret doors and more
In this week’s round-up of hot hotel openings, we’re seeing magic tricks from The Prestige in Penang, the debut of the ‘Kahala’ outside of Hawaii and more.
Hot hotel openings: Okinawa’s new beach-front paradise and more
In this week's list of hot hotel openings, we're seeing enviable properties — from the picturesque island of Okinawa to the bustling fashion district of Milan.
Hot hotel openings: The Standard arrives in the Maldives and more
In this week’s edition of hot hotel openings, a new ‘standard’ arrives in the Maldives, a 17th-century church transforms into a lifestyle hotel, Taco Bell hotel opens and more.
Hot hotel openings: Santorini’s 5-star resort on a volcanic island and more
In this week’s roundup, we’re looking at Santorini’s latest beachfront resort, a new Art Deco hotel in Miami, a historic hotel revival and more.
Hot hotel openings: Dominica’s first five-star resort and more
In this week's list of hot hotel openings, Dominica welcomes its first five-star resort, Marriott opens in India's historic capital city, and more.
Hot hotel openings: In the heart of the Great Barrier Reef
From the Great Barrier Reef to the Royal Hampton Court Palace — let’s take a closer look at this week’s hot hotel openings around the globe.
Hot hotel openings: “The majesty of the past with the pulse of the present”
In this week's list of hot hotel openings, bold and modern brands are debuting in the most sought-after heritage destinations.
Hot hotel openings: The Luxury Collection’s crowning glory and more
In this week’s list of hot hotel openings, we’ve got stunning new properties from Marriott’s The Luxury Collection, Nobu Hotels, Mövenpick and more.
Hot hotel openings: Radisson’s new icon, Nobu’s latest property and more
In this week’s list of hot hotel openings, we’re looking at Radisson Collection’s debut in England, Nobu’s latest property in Barcelona, lavish tents in Namibia and more.
Hot hotel openings: A new luxury focal point in the city and more
In this week’s round-up, we’ve got new hotel openings — from a luxury property in a booming business hub to an exclusive island estate and more.
Hot hotel openings: Restoring historic icons
In this week’s hot hotels round-up, we’ve got three historic hotels that have opened its doors after getting a royal transformation.
Hot hotel openings: “Guitar pick” buildings, new wonders and more
On this week’s hotel roundup, the biggest brands go mano y mano with full-scale transformations, new villas, a building shaped like a guitar pick and more.
Hot hotel openings: Breaking ground in paradise, transformations and more
From Four Seasons’ beachfront paradise in Los Cabos to The Whitley’s multi-million-dollar transformation — here are the latest news on the hottest properties you should know about.
Hot hotel openings: JW Marriott’s USD 320m transformation and more
From a waterfront retreat in the Hamptons to a city hotel inspired by Thomas Edison in Hong Kong — here are this week's hot hotel openings from around the world.
JW Marriott Marco Island…
Hot hotel openings: MGallery relives the Samurai era and more
On this week’s hot hotels round-up — we’re mixing it up with newly-launched properties in Kyoto, Venice, Bangkok and Zhanjiang.
Hot hotel openings: A landmark in the ancient Chinese capital and more
This week on hot hotel openings, we've listed down some of the newest properties from Sofitel, Four Seasons, St Regis and NH Collection.
Hot hotel openings: “Accessible luxury” in New York City and more
From the city that never sleeps to the curving south-central coast of Vietnam — here are the hottest hotel openings from around the world.
Hot hotel openings: Miami Beach “through the lens of a local” and more
In this week's hotel round-up, we're seeing hot openings from Lennox Hotels, The Weekend, IHG's voco, Plateno Group and Marriott's The Luxury Collection.
Hot hotel openings: EHG brings “something new to the hospitality table”
On this week's edition of hot hotel openings, we've got a standout in the skyline of Hanoi, a 5-star hotel in the French Alps, a Radisson Blu in the Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter and more.
Hot hotel openings: Paying homage to the rising sun
Heating up our list this week are new properties from YTL Hotels, Nobu, Kimpton Hotels & Resorts and Marriott International.
Hot hotel openings: “Where the well-heeled flock for a getaway”
In this week’s edition of hot hotel openings, we’ve got properties from Meliá Hotels International, Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio, Holiday Inn & Suites and Hyatt.
Hot hotel openings: Radisson Collection debuts in the French capital
This week in the world of hotels, we’re looking at the latest openings from Radisson Collection, Four Seasons, Mandarin Oriental and Shaza Hotels.
Hot hotel openings: A gem in the Parisian Opera District
As we cap off another week, we're featuring the latest properties — from a 'wild' hotel in Mykonos to an icon in London and a former bank in Paris.
Hot hotel openings: “A London legend reborn”
From a much-anticipated hotel re-opening in London to a new luxury resort on the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius — here are the hottest hotel openings this week.
Hot hotel openings: Room Mate Hotels arrives in Paris
In this week's edition of hot hotel openings, we're keeping an eye on new properties and renovations from Room Mate Hotels, Avani Hotels & Resorts and more.
Hot hotel openings: Four Seasons heralds the 2019 Montreal Grand Prix
In this week’s steaming hot list, we’ve got hotel openings from Four Seasons, Hilton, Radisson, Azerai and Renaissance Hotels.
Hot hotel openings: “Art, in all its forms, nourishes the human spirit”
From an artsy hotel in the US’ largest urban art district to a patisserie-themed boutique hotel in Rome — here’s the hot list of hotel openings this week.
Hot hotel openings: India welcomes Four Seasons in Bengaluru
The second Four Seasons hotel opens in India; a secluded ryokan at the foot of Mt Hidari Daimonji; a wellness facility in the heart of Miami and more.
Hot hotel openings: Mandarin Oriental debuts on the Arabian Gulf
In this week’s hot hotel openings, we’ve got properties from Mandarin Oriental, Moxy Hotels, Radisson Blu, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts and FWD Group.
Hot hotel openings: Nobu beats in the heart of Poland
On this week’s edition of hot hotel openings, we’ve got properties from Nobu Hotels, Belmond Cap Juluca, Wyndham, LUX, and Best Western.
Hot hotel openings: Fitness science meets travel
From a luxury resort nestled on the Island of the Gods — to a "fitness science meets travel" hotel on the streets of Manhattan’s west side.
Hot hotel openings: MGallery Hotel de la Coupole and more
On our list this Friday, we’ve got a luxury resort by acclaimed designer Bill Bensley, a new seafront property in the resort town of Hua Hin, and more.
Hot hotel openings: Stella Di Mare Dubai Marina and more
In this week’s edition of hot hotel openings, we’ve got properties from a night cottage in the middle of New Zealand’s wilderness, to a beach club set in a former coconut plantation.
Hot hotel openings: AccorHotels’ Novotel Vijayawada Varun and more
In this week's edition of hot hotel openings, we've included new properties from AccorHotels, Velas Resorts, Ruby Hotels, Deutsche Hospitality and Hilton.
Hot hotel openings: AC Hotel Cape Town Waterfront and more
In this week’s edition of hot hotel openings, we’ve got new properties from Marriott International, Rosewood, RIU Hotels & Resorts, Hilton and Anantara.
Hot hotel openings: Ikos Andalusia and more
On this week’s edition of hot hotel openings, we’ve got properties from Ikos Resorts, Centara, Marriott International, RIU and Hilton.
Hot hotel openings: Silversands Grenada and more
For this week's edition of hot hotel openings, we've got new properties from Silversands Grenada, Hilton, Barceló Hotel Group, IHG and Le Sereno.
Hot hotel openings: Amari Vientiane and more
It’s Friday once again and we’re ending the week with the latest hotel openings from Amari, Conrad, Staybridge Suites, Hilton, and Marriott International.
Hot hotel openings: Centara Ao Nang Beach and more
On this week’s edition, we’ve got standout properties from Centara, YOTEL, StayWell Holdings, Rosewood and Best Western Hotels & Resorts.
New hotel openings in Kyushu, Japan in 2023 and beyond
Kyushu is the southwesterly Japanese island province that’s home to majestic volcanoes, serene hot springs, a warm tropical climate, and an abundance of natural wonders.
As the early…
What’s new: Vietnam’s latest hotel openings and new experiences
Vietnam remains one of the top destinations in the world, with growth rates ranging from 50-75%. Since reopening its borders to foreign travel, Vietnam has welcomed over 954,000…
Hilton reinforces ‘airport hotel’ concept with two new openings
Hilton has announced two new flagship airport hotel openings, 60 years since Hilton first introduced the airport hotel concept in 1969.
Accor’s most anticipated hotel openings in 2020
From Dubai to Rome, Florence, Paris, Basel or London — these hotels are some of Accor's most anticipated new properties scheduled for 2020.
UK sees record level of room openings for hotel sector
The first six months of 2017 has seen the highest number of hotel bedrooms opening in the UK since 2012 according to the recently published Hotel Bulletin Q2 2017 report.
Growth in hotel…
2017 Hotel Openings
The 2017 forecast is buzzier than ever, with people looking to invest less in things and more in experiences. With the tourism industry on the rise, some locations are being renovated, while…
MEA to see 316 new hotel openings in 2017
At least 316 new build hotels are expected to open in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) in 2017, according to data produced by the TopHotelProjects for The Middle East and Africa Hotel…
Millennium & Copthorne announces 12 hotels openings in 12 months
Millennium & Copthorne, Middle East and Africa recently announced plans to substantially expand its operating portfolio in the Middle East region over the next year with 12 hotel…
London to see 7,000 hotel room openings in 2016
London will see the opening of a massive 7,000 hotel rooms this year, double that of last year’s openings, putting additional pressure on occupancy levels and achieved room rates. …
Rotana confirms Turkish hotel openings
Middle East hotel group Rotana has confirmed its first two hotels in Istanbul will open their doors on 1 June.
The Burgu Arjaan by Rotana and Tango Arjaan by Rotana will add 318…
Travelodge plans 15 hotel openings
Travelodge has announced a pipeline of 15 hotels to open in the UK this year.
Four new London hotels are due to open while others will also open in Southampton, Llandudno, Glasgow,…
Melia plans new three UK hotel openings
Spanish hotel firm Melia Hotels International has announced new hotel openings in Glasgow and Barcelona.
An opening date was not listed for the two properties, which are under the…
Mövenpick Hotels and Resorts to highlight new openings
Mövenpick Hotels and Resorts will soon showcase its expanding portfolio in the Middle East. The company will make key announcements at the forthcoming Arabian Travel Market in Dubai.…
Marriott delays hotel openings
Marriott International has delayed the opening of new hotels in Mexico, Asia and the Middle East until next year.
The US-based hotel chain said construction delays had pushed back the…
Abu Dhabi prepares for high-end hotel openings
Abu Dhabi's luxury hotel product is to be given a boostthis month when several new hotel chains open properties in the emirate.
RoccoForte is set to open its first hotel in the emirate next…
Toronto gets luxury twist in new hotel openings
The city of Toronto is anticipating a surge in luxury travellers following a string of new hotel openings in the last year. The Canadian city, which has traditionally targeted the friends…
Accor announces hotel openings
Accor announced its further expansion for China last night at the 'World of Accor Expo' event. Four new hotels will open in China under the Pullman and Novotel banners. "China has been a…
IHG sees record year of hotel openings
ATLANTA - Globally in 2009, IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) , the world's largest hotel group by number of rooms, opened a record 439 hotels (more than 55,000…
Hilton achieves record period of hotel openings
Singapore, January 26, 2010 - Hilton Worldwide announced today that, building on the record year the company had in terms of development in 2008, the next best year in the company's 91-year…
Bulgari Hotel Tokyo to open on April 4
Bulgari Hotels & Resorts is proud to announce the opening of the Bulgari Hotel Tokyo at 2-2-1 Yaesu, Chuo-ku, on April 4th, 2023. The new hotel will be the eighth gem of the Bulgari…
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Asia Pacific expands presence in Vietnam and Thailand
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with more than 1,600 hotels in approximately 20 markets and territories in Asia Pacific proudly unveiled its…
Global transformation of Sheraton Hotels & Resorts gains momentum throughout Greater China
With 2022 coming to a close, the transformation of Sheraton Hotels & Resorts continues to build momentum across the globe, with Greater China now featuring eight properties exemplifying…
Hotel Indigo Exeter opens after renovation
Hotel Indigo Exeter has opened its doors to guests after a multi-million-pound major restoration project. Hotel Indigo Exeter has been lovingly restored and converted from the iconic former…
Marriott International anticipates it 50th hotel opening in Thailand in 2023
On the heels of Thailand celebrating its milestone of 10 million tourist arrivals in 2022, Marriott International, Inc., announced plans that it expects to reach 50 hotels in the country by…
Cosmos Hotel Management opens five MIMARU apartment hotels in Tokyo and Osaka
With the rapid return of international travellers to Japan, Cosmos Hotel Management Co., Ltd. has announced five Apartment Hotel MIMARU openings in Tokyo and Osaka.
MIMARU offers spacious…
ITC Hotels add five more properties to ‘Storii’
ITC Hotel’s has taken up five boutique properties under the new brand, Storii by ITC Hotels. With the recent openings at Goa and Dharamshala, the ITC HOTELS Group now has its 5th property in…
Hotel Arts Barcelona appoints Pascha Bhatti as Director of Operations
The iconic urban retreat Hotel Arts Barcelona is pleased to announce the appointment of Pascha Bhatti as Director of Operations. In his new role, The Ritz-Carlton veteran will handle all the…
Radisson Hotel Group expands its footprint in South Asia with the signing of Radisson Biratnagar in Nepal
Radisson Hotel Group has announced the signing of Radisson Biratnagar in Nepal, in partnership with The Centurion Hotel Private Limited, which will further strengthen its leading…
Marriott International signs agreement with Vinpearl to add eight hotels in Vietnam
Marriott International, Inc. has announced a strategic agreement with Vinpearl, Vietnam's largest hospitality and leisure chain.
Nine New Mercury Hotels in Australia
The momentum behind Accor’s popular Mercure brand in Australia continues with the Group adding nine Mercure hotels to its collection.
Nine New Mercury Hotels in Australia
TFE Hotels announces expansion into Southeast Asia
Australia’s International Hotel Group, TFE Hotels, has announced a rapid expansion into Asia with their homegrown brands, Adina and Vibe Hotels, due to open for business in Q3 and Q4 of this…
Marriott opens 1,000th hotel in Europe, Middle East and Africa
Marriott International celebrated the launch of The Westin London City, its 1,000th hotel in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA)
Today’s hotel guest is online and digitally savvy: What is your hotel doing to stand-out?
Tracy Dong, Principal Industry Consultant, IDeaS talks about how hoteliers who become more digitally reliant and plan their systems and approach accordingly will be better placed to attract…
Radisson Hotel Group ramps up Asia Pacific expansion with 137 new hotels in 2021
Radisson Hotel Group continued along its expansion path in 2021 as it added 137 new hotels to its portfolio reaching 191 hotels in operation in the region and introduced its world-class…
Radisson Collection unveils chic new hotel in Wuxi, China’s enchanting lakeside city
Radisson Collection Hotel, Wuxi is a stylish and sophisticated new downtown hotel that puts guests in the heart of one of China’s most compelling cities.
Combining home comforts with hotel style facilities, whatever the length of stay
Naomi Heaton, founder of The Other House talks about the future of travel in the post pandemic world and how important it is to stand out amidst a sea of competition in the new time
Standard International to open new hotels as CEO remains optimistic in hospitality
Amar Lalvani, CEO of Standard International (parent company of the Standard Hotels), has expressed optimism in the hospitality business amidst the ongoing challenges.
How will the vaccine crisis affect border openings?
No one can dare say that Australian’s will be able to travel overseas either by October 2021 or early 2022.
Accor announces new hotels opening in Australia and New Zealand for 2021
Sofitel Adelaide, and two brand new The Sebel properties, 2021 will be a strong year of new hotel openings for Accor in the Pacific.
B2.5bn private equity trust launched to target hotels in distress
B2.5bn private equity trust launched to target hotels in distress
IHG spreads wings with Kimpton in Bangkok and Tokyo with October openings
IHG will debut its luxury boutique brand Kimpton Hotels in two new markets next month, with Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok opening in Thailand on 1 October and Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo opening in…
Eastin Hotels’ two new hotels in July to add sheen to Vietnam’s hospitality landscape
Two new hotel openings in Vietnam
Wyndham Hotels spreads wings in Japan
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company, announced the continued expansion of its portfolio in Japan, converting two hotels to its Wyndham Grand and…
Outrigger unveils new cleanliness protocols and technology for property re-openings
Outrigger Hospitality Group announced its commitment to providing an elevated standard of cleanliness and safety in preparation for the anticipated re-opening of its beach resort…
What’s fuelling the rapid hotel growth in West Africa
Today, Africa is seen as one of the most promising regions for hotel developers with four hotel groups dominating the signings and openings on the continent.
Aparthotel operator scores funding for growth
Aparthotel operator Staycity Group has revealed a positive trading year for 2019 with record occupancies across its estate and a number of key property openings, including its first…
Europe’s hotel pipeline thrives amidst economic turbulence
Analysts at Lodging Econometrics (LE) has reported that in the third quarter of 2019, Europe’s hotel construction pipeline climbed to record high counts.
Hyatt to expand luxury portfolio with over 20 new hotels by 2020
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced that more than 20 new luxury hotels and resorts are expected to open worldwide by the end of 2020.
Hyatt: “The Middle East is seeing a rising demand for lifestyle hotels”
Hyatt has announced the growth of its lifestyle hotels across the Middle East by adding more than 1,300 keys to the region, bringing the number of Hyatt lifestyle hotels to seven by 2023.
UK’s regional hotels witness tough quarter
While London properties saw rate-driven rooms revenue per available room (RevPAR) growth of 5.1% year-on-year, hotels in the regions saw a decline of 1.3%, the third consecutive quarter…
Preferred Hotels announces first Independent Hotel Day
Preferred Hotels & Resorts declared 22 October as Independent Hotel Day to celebrate and raise awareness of authentic and unique hotels around the world. This global movement…
Hotel booking wars? No-Commission Bidroom announces arrival in Asia Pacific
Bidroom, a no-commission membership-based hotel platform, is looking to expand its portfolio within the Asia Pacific region. Launched in 2014 in the Netherlands, Bidroom currently offers…
Aparthotel Native Manchester opens
Located in the newly transformed Ducie Street Warehouse on the edge of Manchester’s Northern Quarter, boutique aparthotel brand Native, has just opened the doors to its latest outpost.…
China’s hotel construction pipeline continues to expand despite economic slowdown
Analysts at Lodging Econometrics (LE) reported that at the end of the first half of 2019, China’s total construction pipeline swelled to 2,991 projects or 592,884 rooms, up 19% by…
Hotels in Paris back on track after rocky start to the year
Hotels in Paris have seen a recovery in the second quarter of 2019 following a rocky start to the year, according to global hotel consultancy HVS. In 2018 hotels in the city saw a 10.6%…
Nobu Hotel Barcelona GM: “My style is to focus on passion”
In this exclusive interview, GM Laurence Dubey talks about her management style, the importance of open communication and embracing the local culture.
Swiss-Belhotel unveils expansion plans in Vietnam
Swiss-Belhotel International, the global hospitality management chain, has revealed plans for a major expansion of its hotel collection in Vietnam.
At present, the group operates one…
Canada’s hotel construction pipeline hits all-time high
By the end of second quarter of this year, the total hotel construction pipeline in Canada has hit an all-time high with 273 projects and 35,787 rooms, according to the latest report…
Ultima Collection announces expansion with three openings in 2019
The Ultima Collection has announced the expansion of its portfolio of luxury hotels and private residences with a series of three new openings scheduled for 2019. The expansion follows…
Hilton to open ‘most luxury hotels’ in company history
Hilton has announced the company is on track to open more luxury properties in 2019 than in any previous year of its 100-year history.
AMARA, Cyprus’ newest ultra-luxe hotel, now open
Cyprus-based hospitality group Stademos Hotels has unveiled ‘AMARA’, the newest addition to the thriving hotel scene in the coastal town of Limassol. Poised above a sandy beach in the…
Luxury hotspot: Accor to grow the Raffles brand in Asia, adds Bali and Sentosa in portfolio
Since acquiring the legendary Raffles brand in 2016, the French hospitality group Accor has announced plans to almost double the iconic collection, with recent openings including Raffles…
Rosewood Hotel Group CEO Sonia Cheng on not following the trends
As she walked the stage for her Q&A at the Skift Forum in Singapore last month, I get the feeling that Rosewood Hotel Group CEO Sonia Cheng, walking on her red soles, meant business. In…
Village Hotel Club rolls out GBP 480m for UK expansion
Village Hotel Club’s executive chairman Gary Davis has revealed he will expand the group’s portfolio to 50 hotels in the UK by 2026.
Emaar Hospitality announces 5 new hotels ahead of Expo 2020 Dubai
Emaar Hospitality has announced the opening of five new hotels in Dubai as the group strengthens its role at Expo 2020 Dubai.
Pre-opening tactics: Why 67% of hotels in the Middle East are delayed
Drees & Sommer has revealed that new hotel openings are delayed due to poor communication, contractor time pressures and delayed sub-contractor activities.
Choice Hotels: US expansion comes to final phase
Franchised by Choice Hotels International, the Comfort hotel brand continues to expand in the US with seven properties already opening this year.
China’s hotel construction pipeline hits all-time high
According to analysts at industry consulting partner Lodging Econometrics, China's hotel construction pipeline remains strong with record-breaking figures.
Palladium Hotel Group invests over EUR 130m in Europe and America
Spanish hotel chain Palladium Hotel Group has released an official statement including an update on the group's investment figures and growth strategy.
WhyHotel CEO: Blurring the line between hospitality and home
Coming in strong this 2019, WhyHotel is planning to enter new markets. In this interview, we caught up with the group’s CEO, Jason Fudin.
Four Seasons marks 2019 with nine global openings
2019 becomes a significant year for Four Seasons as it holds several new openings, including the debut of its first standalone private residences in London.
IntercityHotel pushes for international expansion
In the midst of international expansion, Deutsche Hospitality’s mid-range urban brand, IntercityHotel, looks to strengthen its foundations.
IHG unlocks Kimpton’s global growth with over 25 hotels in the pipeline
IHG’s Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants has revealed its strongest state in its 38-year history with more than 25 hotels under development.
2019 firecrackers: Hot hotels opening with a bang next year
In this week’s special edition of hot hotel openings, we’ve got up and coming hotels from Rosewood, NH Hotel Group, BLESS Collection, Four Seasons and more.
The best (and worst) new luxury hotels of 2018
Luxury Travel Intelligence (LTI), a provider of digital reports for travel, has revealed its list of the best and worst new luxury hotels in 2018.
“Our hotels are thriving”: Rotana COO on 2019 and beyond
In this exclusive interview, we caught up with Guy Hutchinson, COO at Rotana, to dig deeper and find out what's brewing.
Preferred Hotels unveils 23 worldwide hotels for 2019
Preferred Hotels unveil the latest properties to be added throughout next year.
Rocco Forte Hotels unveils biggest expansion plan to date
Rocco Forte Hotels has announced its latest acquisitions — a big step in the group’s most ambitious expansion programme in its history.
TIME Hotels to launch aqua entertainment complex in Egypt
TIME Hotels has announced the launch of its first beach resort hotel in Egypt — TIME Nozha Aqua Park Hotel & Resort.
Marriott to expand in the UAE with more than 80 hotels by 2023
Marriott International has announced the addition of 11 new properties by year-end and a robust development outlook over the next five years in the UAE.
What’s in up Sharjah: New attractions, hotels and more
Sharjah, the third largest of the United Arab Emirates, has a diverse landscape from deserts and mountains to sandy beaches and mangroves, making it a rich source of eco-tourism, sports and…
Marriott targets Africa: 200 hotels by 2023
Marriott International has announced massive expansion plans across Africa — on track to increase its portfolio by 50% in 2023.
Accor targets opening “one hotel per day” with Pullman Tokyo launch
The number of APAC properties run by AccorHotels reached one thousand when the group announced the opening of Pullman Tokyo Tamachi in Japan today — putting the company on track for its…
What’s up Dubai: New openings and attractions
From Michelin-starred chefs’ restaurant openings and a new Emirates flight route from Edinburgh to world-renowned sports star such as Michael Johnson opening his first fitness centre in the…
New hotel “reinforces plan of strategic growth in key destinations” – Mövenpick CDO
These are exciting times for Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts: on top of its recent acquisition by AccorHotels, 2018 has seen the Swiss company open a diverse range of properties in Europe and…
Sarovar Hotels & Resorts opens in Indian smart city Jhansi
Famous for the legend of 'Jhansi ki Rani' the historic city of Jhansi is currently undergoing a facelift under India's ambitious smart city project. Consolidating their foray into Uttar…
Emaar Hospitality enters Sub-Saharan Africa with Address Hotels + Resorts
Dubai-based Emaar Hospitality Group has signed a deal with the Kalyan Group to manage its landmark property in Sub-Saharan Africa, Address Hotel 2 Février Lomé Togo.
Host hotel of Trump-Kim summit, Capella Hotel Group, to go from strength to strength
Capella Hotel is now in our history books being the host venue for the historic Trump-Kim Summit, but Capella Hotel Group is making waves on its own with its rapid growth.
Palladium Hotels announces chic new brand in the heart of Madrid
Palladium Hotel Group has revealed plans for a new hotel brand, Bless Collection Hotels, targeted at the contemporary luxury market.
Westin Hotels & Resorts to debut in the UK along London’s River Thames
Westin Hotels & Resorts, a brand under Marriott International, has announced its plans of debuting in the UK with a hotel on the bank of the Thames scheduled for 2020.
Mövenpick appoints GM for mega new MICE hotel in Kuala Lumpur
I first mentioned the Mövenpick Hotel & Convention Centre KLIA in a round-up of the group’s properties set to open this year. And now with the July opening of the 333 room property just…
Bvlgari Hotels to open first hotel in Tokyo, Japan
Ready to debut its luxury brand, Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts signed an agreement with Mitsui Fudosan Co. Ltd. to open the first Bvlgari Hotel in Tokyo, Japan.
Marriott International announces extent of Europe expansion featuring 35 hotels and 12,000 new rooms
Marriott International has achieved a new milestone, announcing its most successful year for signing development contracts in Europe, adding 35 hotels and signing 12,000 rooms.
Travelodge doubles up with two new hotels in Kuala Lumpur
It’s been a very busy 2018 so far for Travelodge, who kicked off the new year with the opening of Skye by Travelodge Arena Nha Trang, in Vietnam. And, today the company have announced…
Mövenpick Hotels to open 11 new properties in nine countries in 2018
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts is gearing up for another year of significant portfolio expansion as it forges ahead with plans to open 11 new properties in nine countries by the end of 20
Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts push global growth with marquee Melbourne signing
Marriott International have announced the signing of Le Méridien Melbourne, in partnership with owner and developer Jinshan Investment Group. Slated to open in 2020, the 235-room hotel will…
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts expanding global portfolio
After a year of highly successful openings including new builds, the rebirth of two historic landmarks and the conversion of one of the world’s finest resorts, Four Seasons Hotels and…
Wyndham Hotel Group continues growth in EMEA
Wyndham Hotel Group has continued to expand its footprint across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Eurasia (EMEA) with a number of openings throughout 2017, bringing the total number of…
Anguilla announces openings post Irma
The Anguilla Tourism Board has announced several new openings and developments for 2018 post hurricane Irma.
These include hotel and restaurants, new flight routes, and more.
Carolyn…
Nine of the best: agoda reveal their top new hotels from 2017
Over the past year agoda’s accommodation listings have doubled, and now the fastest-growing online travel booking platform offers over 2 million properties worldwide. With so many new…
Preferred Hotels announces new properties
Preferred Hotels & Resorts has announced 14 new properties scheduled to launch in the New Year.
The openings will be global, from Houston and Shanghai to Vienna and Charleston.…
Rotana announces opening of 14 hotels
Rotana Hotels and Resorts will open 14 new properties across the UAE, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Oman, Iran, Iraq and Tanzania.
The new openings will take place in the coming…
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group sign up Radisson Blu Resort Maldives
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group have announced the signing of a management agreement for Radisson Blu Resort Maldives with Chang Hua Holdings. Scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2019, the…
AVANI Hotels & Resorts appoint Daniel Kipping as director of sales
AVANI Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Daniel Kipping as director of sales for the upscale lifestyle brand.
Wyndham Hotel Group opens Ramada Encore in Busan
Wyndham Hotel Group has introduced its first Ramada Encore hotel to Busan with the opening of Ramada Encore Busan Haeundae.
The newly built 402-room hotel, developed under a…
Marriott opens five hotels in Japan
Marriott International has celebrated the grand opening of five new hotels in Japan.
The properties, all of which will operate under the Marriott Hotels & Resorts brand, form part…
Flight Centre agrees to acquire Asian hotel group
Flight Centre Travel Group has agreed to acquire Bespoke Hospitality Management Asia (BHMAsia), the Bangkok-based hotel management company.
The acquisition will be the Australia's based…
Two new hotels to rise next to Amari Pattaya
Thailand's Onyx Hospitality Group has revealed plans to develop two new hotels on the site of the existing Amari Pattaya.
As part of a US$100 million plan to redevelop the site, the group…
Hilton Opens 100th Hotel in Latin America
Hilton has announced the opening of Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana, marking a significant milestone as the company’s 100th hotel in Latin America. The 545-room beachfront Hilton Rio de…
Where to Stay: New hotels in KL, Shenzhen, Sydney and more…
Mercure Kuala Lumpur Shaw Parade
Location: Pudu, on the fringe of KL's Bukit Bintang retail and entertainment area
Grade: Upper-midscale
Keys: 213
Facilities: Restaurant, lobby…
Wyndham Hotel Group expands footprint in Europe
Wyndham Hotel Group has announced the expansion of its development agreement for Super 8 with established partner GS Star.
In addition to expanding the brand in Germany, the agreement now…
AccorHotels to host Indian showcase
AccorHotels will visit India next month, hosting events to showcase of its hotels and resorts to the local travel trade, as well as providing updates on its latest developments, products…
Bali hotel occupancy rises, but at what cost?
Bali's hotel occupancy rebounded last year, rising more than 4% following a challenging 2015. But at what cost?
According to the latest report from C9 Hotelworks and Horwath HTL, this…
Lego hotel to open at Dubai Parks and Resorts
DXB Entertainments and Merlin Entertainments Group are bringing the first Legoland Hotel to the Middle East.
The ultimate family-fun hotel will open at Dubai Parks and Resorts, the…
Kostas Sfaltos appointed GM of Bulgari Hotel London
Seasoned hotelier Kostas Sfaltos has joined Bulgari Hotel London as General Manager.
In his new role Sfaltos will oversee property operations, business development, brand positioning,…
The latest appointments from Scoot, AccorHotels, Pan Pacific and more
JARED SIMCOX has been recruited as Scoot's new general manager for Australia. Having started as a ground handler at airports in New Zealand, Simcox then moved to Australia to work for…
Staycity opens Marseille aparthotel
Aparthotel operator Staycity Aparthotels has opened the first of two new properties planned for France in Marseille.
Staycity already operates an aparthotel in the popular 10th district…
AccorHotels signs Novotel London Stansted
AccorHotels has made a major new signing at London Stansted Airport. The Novotel London Stansted has been signed under a franchise agreement and will be operated by Arora Hotels a division…
Archipelago brings new hotel brand to Jakarta
Indonesia's Archipelago International has opened its first Harper Hotel in Jakarta.
The new Harper MT Haryono is located in the Cawang area of the city, close to Halim Perdana Kusuma…
AccorHotels marks leadership position in Singapore with biggest and best Showcase yet
Raffles Convention Centre was a hub of activity last Thursday as AccorHotels celebrated its largest-ever Showcase in Singapore, with over 750 clients, travel agents, airline partners and…
The First Group breaks ground on JVT hotel
UAE-based property developer The First Group has broken ground on one of its newest hotel developments, Millennium Place JVT Dubai, a 34-storey development, which will come up in the…
Rotana continues its strategic expansion with 16 new openings by 2017
Rotana is driving forward its ambitious vision of operating 100 hotels by 2020, with the opening of 16 new properties by 2017.
The group’s ongoing strategic growth momentum will…
Thailand’s BHMAsia expands hotel portfolio across Vietnam
BHMAsia, which operates the X2 and Away boutique hotel brands, is expanding its presence across Vietnam.
Having entered the Vietnamese market last year, the Bangkok-based hotel group has…
Mövenpick seals new hotel trio in Thailand
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts' Asian expansion plans have been given a significant lift, with the signing of a major contract for three properties in Thailand.
The deal with real estate…
Hotel operators merge to form Two Roads Hospitality
Recently merged partners Destination Hotels and Commune Hotels & Resorts have unveiled their new overarching company: Two Roads Hospitality.
The newly created international lifestyle…
Chinese hotel group adds 730 properties in 12 months
One of China's biggest hotel groups has increased its portfolio by 730 properties in the last 12 months, at an average rate of two new openings per day.
Shanghai-based China Lodging…
Mövenpick Hotels names new CEO
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts (MH&R) has named Olivier Chavy, 52, as its new CEO. Chavy will take over the leadership from Jean-Gabriel Pérès in September.
Chavy is a veteran of the…
Abu Dhabi set for 2,400 new hotel rooms this year
More than 2,400 new hotel rooms will open in Abu Dhabi this year, according to a new report.
The Abu Dhabi Hotel Market Summary report by JLL, prepared ahead of The Hotel Show Dubai 2016,…
AccorHotels boosts budget portfolio in Korea
AccorHotels has expanded its budget portfolio in South Korea with the launch of two new ibis hotels in Seoul and Busan.
Under its Korean joint venture, Accor Ambassador Korea, the…
UAE hotel pipeline expands to 183 properties
There are 183 hotel projects and 54,000 hotel rooms in the UAE pipeline, according to a new report.
The hotel construction report by TOPHOTELPROJECTS prepared exclusively for The…
Aloft hotels gear up for KSA launch
Aloft Hotels will soon launch its first hotels in Saudi Arabia with the 281-room Aloft Riyadh and 262-room Aloft Dhahran.
The hotel concept, a first of its kind in the Kingdom will…
Face to face: Chris Roe, VP Sales, Distribution & Loyalty Manager, UK & Ireland, AccorHotels
How important is the UK trade to AccorHotels and why?
We work very closely with Travel Management Companies (TMCs) and corporate agents, as well as leisure agents, from bed…
Starwood signs new Four Points hotel in Sydney
Starwood has signed an agreement for a brand new Four Points by Sheraton hotel in Sydney.
Following the recent announcement that the existing Four Points hotel at Darling Harbour will…
StayWell to add five more Indian hotels
Australia-based StayWell Hospitality Group is planning to open five new Indian hotels by the end of 2016, financial site Money Control reports.
The new hotels will be located in…
Lemon Tree hotels foray into the GCC
Raine & Horne Dubai recently announced that it has been appointed as the GCC representatives in an exclusive agreement with Lemon Tree Hotels.
Raine & Horne with 133 years of…
Al Khoory hotels to open 1,100 three and four star rooms by 2019
The mid-market hospitality sector is set to grow significantly in the UAE, over the next few years Some contributing factors for growth are rise in demand from China, India and GCC…
Marriott unveils UAE’s first Renaissance hotel
Marriott International recently unveiled details of UAE’s first Renaissance Hotel.
The Renaissance Downtown Hotel is set to open by end of 2016. The Dubai property will offer…
Louvre Hotels to announce MENA expansion plans at ATM 2016
Louvre Hotels Group recently announced that it will open 11 new hotels in the region this year, including six hotels in the GCC.
The move forms part of an aggressive expansion plan…
Starwood signs third Aloft hotel in Jakarta
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has continued to expand its Aloft brand in Indonesia with the signing of the Aloft Jakarta Simatupang.
The new property, which is scheduled to open in Q1…
FRHI Hotels & Resorts to boost its Middle East portfolio
FRHI Hotels & Resorts (FRHI) has announced its intent to expand its presence in the Middle East, including Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with the opening of four new properties.
“Our…
Face-to-face: Omer Kaddouri, president & CEO, Rotana Hotel Management Corporation
You've just revealed plans to open nine new hotels in the UAE before 2020 - why does the UAE remain an area of development focus for Rotana?
The UAE and specifically Abu…
IHG opens 5,000th hotel
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) reached a major milestone today (12 January 2016), when it opened its 5,000th hotel.
The launch of the Hotel Indigo Lower East Side in New York…
New X2 hotel to open in Buriram
BHM Asia, the Bangkok-based hotel group, has signed a new property in the city of Buriram, northeast Thailand.
Scheduled to open in the second quarter of 2016, the new X2 Vibe Buriram…
Amba Hotel Marble Arch opens for business
Amba Hotels has officially opened the Amba Hotel Marble Arch following a multi-million-pound refurbishment to the London hotel.
Located metres from Oxford Street, every element of…
AccorHotels opens first Pullman hotel in Vung Tau
AccorHotels has continued the expansion of its Pullman brand in Vietnam with the opening of a new property in Vung Tau.
Located 1.5 hours' drive from Ho Chi Minh City, the new Pullman…
Rotana charts 2020 growth vision with 14 openings
Rotana Hotel Management Corporation PJSC has announced its expansion plans with the opening of 14 properties before end of 2016.
The Group is further strengthening its presence in…
Wyndham opens upscale hotel in Sanya
Wyndham Hotel Group has continued to expand its portfolio in China with the opening of its first upscale Wyndham-branded property in the beach resort of Sanya.
The new Wyndham Sanya…
London hotel inventory to grow 12 percent by 2018
The number of hotel rooms in London is expected to grow by 12 per cent over the next three years according to new data compiled by London & Partners and AM:PM, with the increase being…
Carlson Rezidor brings Radisson Red to Indonesia in multi-hotel deal
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group has signed a multiple-property deal in Indonesia, which will include the launch of Southeast Asia's first ever Radisson Red hotels.
The agreement, penned with…
Historic Yorkshire hotel shows off £4m restoration
Historic Crathorne Hall Hotel in Yarm, North Yorkshire, has unveiled a £4m restoration, one year on from the fire that badly damaged the east wing.
After a year of…
Starwood opens 200th Four Points hotel
Starwood has celebrated the opening of its 200th Four Points hotel.
The brand reached the milestone following the recent opening of four new properties: Four Points Istanbul Dudullu…
Starwood opens 100th Aloft hotel
Starwood is celebrating the opening of its 100th Aloft hotel.
The new Aloft College Station in Texas has become the 100th property to join the contemporary brand since its inception…
Four Seasons charts out its GCC openings
Four Seasons recently reported the expansion of its global footprint.
The brand has announced 12 new openings currently scheduled in late 2015 and 2016, including several first-time…
Edition Hotels foray into Dubai
Marriott International Inc together with Ian Schrager and Dubai Properties recently announced plans for a second EDITION hotel in Dubai.
The new property is scheduled to open in 2018,…
UAE gets its first AVANI Hotel
Minor Hotel Group (MHG) recently announced a strategic partnership with Nakheel to co-invest and develop a 500-key AVANI hotel in Dubai.
The new property is scheduled to open in 2018.…
2015 set to be record year for hotel investments
2015 is on track to be a record year for foreign investment in hotels, with global transactions reaching $42 billion in the first half of the year, according to JLL.
The largest…
Abu Dhabi witnesses 20% increase in hotel stays
A recent report published by Jones Lang Lasalle (JLL) for the Hotel Show Dubai 2015 revealed that the Abu Dhabi hotel industry is experiencing positive growth with 5,200 rooms in the…
Starwood opens Indonesia’s first Four Points hotel
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has launched its Four Points brand in Indonesia, with the opening of a new hotel in Bali.
The Four Points Bali Kuta is located on Jalan Benesari Banjar…
Wyndham adds three more hotels in China
Wyndham Hotel Group has continued to expand its Chinese portfolio with the signing of three new upscale hotels.
The company has penned agreements for the 400-room Wyndham Sanya Bay on…
More than 240 Marriott hotels in MEA by 2020
Marriott International has predicted it will achieve 50% growth in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region by 2020, according to its president and chief executive officer, Arne Sorenson.…
Thailand’s BHMAsia seeks funds to expand hotel business
Bangkok-based Bespoke Hospitality Management Asia (BHMAsia) is planning to raise capital to fund the continued expansion of its hotel management business.
The company has seen a surge…
Dubai targets mid-market hotel growth to meet 2020 targets
With a number of additions to the mid-market segment opening during the year, further additions to the portfolio of three and four star hotels are expected to open in the coming years as a…
Cachet to launch hotel and club in Hangzhou
Cachet Hotel Group (CHG), the Hong Kong-based hospitality company, has announced plans to open its first property in Hangzhou.
The new Cachet Deluxe Hangzhou will be a 185-room…
Starwood Hotels & Resorts to double Middle East portfolio
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc recently announced that it will double its portfolio in the Middle East.
The Group plans to open 50 hotels by 2019. Reaffirming its growth…
Rotana reveals 2015 openings
Rotana recently announced its intent to substantially grow its portfolio in 2015 with addition of 11 new properties across UAE, KSA, Qatar, Bahrain and Turkey, in addition to its first…
Cristal Hotels showcase regional growth
The Middle East market is proving to be a lucrative proposition for Cristal Hotels. The Group has announced its three hotel openings in Saudi Arabia next year.
President and CEO of…
Profits and portfolio grow at China’s biggest hotel group
Homeinns, the biggest hotel group in China by portfolio size, has posted a strong rise in its full-year profits, as it opened more than one hotel per day in 2014.
The Shanghai-based…
Sheraton on target for 500th hotel by 2016
The growth story for Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide is on track.
The Group is looking forward to at least 20 new hotel openings expected by year’s end. Strong demand across…
Phuket’s Trisara Academy to launch first hotel internships
Trisara Academy, the Phuket-based hotel training school operated by Montara Hospitality Group, is launching its new internship programme.
The three-month programme will begin on 2…
Room Mate hotels launches new apartment concept
Design hotel chain Room Mate has launched a new apartment concept that ties into the services of its hotels.
The new brand, named BeMate, is taking on the likes of Airbnb by signing…
Project Management of Hotel Opening Processes
The Chinese hotel industry is exploding. Its existing two million hotel rooms are projected to expand to a total of six million by 2025 and nine million by 2039 (Washington Post, 2011).…
UK hotels help Accor’s Q3 boost
Recovery for hotel stays in the UK and a range of new openings has helped French hotel giant Accor post a rise in revenues for its third quarter period.
Demand for its economy hotels,…
Jumeirah unveils new lifestyle hotel brand – VENU
Luxury hotel company, Jumeirah, has unveiled a new contemporary lifestyle hotel brand, VENU.
The new brand is designed to appeal to the modern traveller whose expectations revolve…
Jumeirah unveils new hotel brand
Jumeirah has unveiled a new contemporary lifestyle brand named VENU.
The Dubai-based hotel firm will aim to offer a ‘bold, ambitious, energetic and cosmopolitan’ brand with talks to…
Wyndham adds upscale hotels in Xi’an and Kunming
Wyndham Hotel & Resorts has continued to expand in China with the addition of new hotels in Xi'an and Kunming.
The 565-room Wyndham Grand Xi’an South (pictured) opened its doors…
Archipelago expands Hotel NEO brand
Archipelago International has announced plans to expand its Hotel NEO portfolio in Indonesia, with three new openings before the end of 2014, and a further 12 new properties planned for…
Marco Polo Hotels unveils new luxury brand
Marco Polo Hotels has announced the launch of its ever luxury brand, Niccolo by Marco Polo.
Becoming the first new brand since the Hong Kong-based hotel group’s inception in 1986, the…
Chongqing opening marks Westin’s 200th hotel
Starwood has celebrated the opening of its 200th Westin hotel.
And appropriately, the brand's newest property is located in Asia Pacific - the region that will drive Westin's growth…
Hot springs and giant rings – Sheraton’s newest China hotel
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has unveiled a huge new hot spring resort in Huzhou, eastern China.
The Sheraton Huzhou Hot Spring Resort, which is set to be completed towards the end of…
Face to Face: Giacomo Battafarano, Hotel Xenia
Boutique hotel openings are booming in London. Travel Daily caught up with Hotel Xenia’s general manager to find out what it’s like coming into the capital and what’s in store for the…
First Himalayas hotel unveiled in China
Shanghai’s Zendai Group has unveiled the details of the first ever luxury hotel operating under the Himalayas Hotels & Communities brand - Himalayas Qingdao Hotel.
The new property,…
Toga Hotels rebrands following Far East tie-up
Toga Hotels has changed its name, following its recent joint venture with Far East Hospitality.
The Australian company will now be known as TFE Hotels (Toga Far East Hotels), and its…
Starwood to add six hotels in Oceania
Starwood Hotels & Resorts is accelerating its expansion plans in Oceania, with six new properties set to open in the region in 2014.
Announced at the Asia Pacific Incentives &…
Asian hotel rates fall in 2013
Average hotel room rates in the Asia Pacific region fell in 2013, as over-supply issues impacted several key markets.
According to the full-year data from STR Global, Asia Pacific's…
Marriott to open one hotel per week in Asia
Marriott International will open an average of one hotel every week in the Asia Pacific region over the next three years.
The US hotel company revealed that its regional portfolio will…
Starwood inks Westin Doha Hotel & Spa in Qatar
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc signed The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa in Qatar. The planned opening of the 372-room Westin Doha Hotel & Spa in 2015 marks the growth of…
Meliá signs two hotels in Zhengzhou
Spanish hotelier Meliá has signed its first two hotels in the Chinese city of Zhengzhou.
The company has been without a presence in China since the former Gran Melia Shanghai was…
Marriott opens luxury hotel in Hanoi
Marriott International has launched its luxury JW Marriott brand in Vietnam, with the opening of a new hotel in Hanoi.
The 450-room JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi is spread over 75,000m² and…
Budget branded hotels lead UK growth
Budget branded hotels are leading the growth in the UK hotel sector, with global brands overtaking the independent majority ownership, according to new research.
Growth in the budget…
Tune opens sixth Philippine hotel
Tune Hotels has opened its sixth property in the Philippines.
The 140-room Tune Hotel Quezon City continues the brand's roll-out in the country, following previous openings in Angeles…
R Hotels reveals AED1.5bn investment plan
R Hotels is investing AED1.5 billion towards its acquisition and development plans. The investment is on track to double its hotel portfolio to six hotels by end of 2015. The company is…
Tune Hotels opens in Indonesia
Fast growing budget hotel operator Tune Hotels has opened its latest property in Solo, a region of Central Java.
The 159-room hotel is the brand’s fifth property in Indonesia after…
Indonesia sees hotel surge
The Indonesian island of Bali has recorded a surge in hotel openings this year, with brands including Ritz Carlton, Le Méridien and Regent Hotels & Resorts all opening properties…
Bangkok hotel supply continues to grow
The number of hotels in central Bangkok continued to expand rapidly in the first half of the year.
According to the latest survey by property consultant CBRE Thailand, hotel supply in…
IHG to open Paris’ first Hotel Indigo
InterContinental Group (IHG) has signed a deal with French management company Société Foncière Lyonnaise (SFL) to open its first Hotel Indigo in Paris.
The property, which will be…
Upscale hotels drive Asian development
The upscale sector is driving the development of new hotels in Asia Pacific, according to the latest data from STR Global.
The company’s pipeline report for May 2013 found that there…
New Eastin Easy hotel to open in Phuket
Absolute Hotel Services (AHS) has announced plans to expand its three-star Eastin Easy hotel brand in Thailand, with the launch of a new property in Phuket.
Scheduled to open in the…
Regent Hotels appoints UK sales rep
Regent Hotels & Resorts has appointed a UK sales representative as it plots its expansion.
ATP Heathcote & Associates is to be responsible for the sales, marketing and PR of the…
Hotels G to roll out across Asia, US
Hong Kong-based Hotels G, which currently operates three properties in China and Thailand, has unveiled plans to embark on a major expansion of its portfolio in Asia and the US.
The…
Archipelago International opens second hotel in Jakarta
Archipelago International has opened its third NEO hotel in Indonesia, the NEO Cideng in Jakarta, Indonesia.
The brand, which was founded by Archipelago International in 2011, now has…
Minor to add Oaks hotels
Minor Hotel Group has announced plans to expand its Oaks Hotels & Resorts brand in Australia and the Middle East.
The Thailand-based hotelier, which purchased the upscale Oaks…
Joseph Kirtley, Belgraves, A Thompson Hotel
Travel Daily speaks to Joseph Kirtley, general manager of luxury hotel Belgraves, A Thompson Hotel about the UK capital, growth plans and providing a homely feel.
Belgraves opened a…
Oman expects boost in hotel development in 2013/2014
Oman expects to open several new hotels and complexes with more than 2,000 resort and hotel rooms to be added in 2013.
The City of Muscat will see majority of growth with over 720…
Banyan Tree to open hot spring resort in China
Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts has signed a new hot spring resort close to the Chinese city of Chongqing.
Opening this summer close to the Jinyun Mountain Natural Reserve, 40…
Jaz Hotels gears up for growth
Jaz Hotels, Resorts & Cruises is adopting an innovative strategy for the coming year.
In 2013, the group will have two new openings: Sol Y Mar Naama Bay - Sharm El Sheikh with the…
Carlson to add 77 hotels in 2013
Carson Rezidor Hotel Group has announced that it plans to open 77 new hotels in 2013, as it continues with its 'Ambition 2015' growth strategy.
At its annual business conference at…
Archipelago to add 42 hotels in 2013
Indonesian hotel operator, Archipelago International, will speed up its portfolio expansion this year, with the opening of 42 hotels.
Speaking to Travel Daily this week, Archipelago's Vice…
Major rebranding for Toga Hotels
Australia's Toga Hotels has rebranded its Medina Apartment Hotels properties.
Effective immediately, 17 of the Medina Apartment Hotels in Australia will now be known as Adina Apartment…
IHG to open two hotels in Saudi Arabia
International Hotels Group (IHG) plans to open two hotels in Saudi Arabia in 2013, said IHG India, Middle East and Africa COO Pascal Gauvin.
Planned openings in the Kingdom this year…
SilverNeedle launches boutique hotel collection
SilverNeedle Hospitality has launched a new brand, combining a selection of its independent boutique hotels.
The SilverNeedle Collection, as the new brand will be known, will initially…
Kosmopolito Hotels rebrands as Dorsett
Hong Kong-based Kosmopolito Hotels has rebranded to become Dorsett Hospitality International (DHI).
The repositioning, which was announced today at the ITB Asia travel trade show in…
Hilton to open hotel at Ageas Bowl
A new Hilton hotel is to open at Southampton’s Ageas Bowl in 2014 as part of the stadium’s re-development.
The Hilton at the Ageas Bowl/Southampton property will cost GDP27 million and…
Crowne Plaza to open 10 Chinese hotels
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is continuing to expand its upscale Crowne Plaza brand in China, with the addition of 10 new hotels in the country between August and December 2012.…
International hotel rates stabilise
Hotel prices are stabilising with only a 1% difference in the world’s top 50 cities, according to new figures.
Results from Hogg Robinson Group’s (HRG) bi-annual hotel survey found that…
Tauzia completes work on new Tangerang hotel
Indonesia's Tauzia Hotel Management has celebrated the completion of construction work on its new budget hotel in Tangerang, West Java.
The topping out ceremony for the Pop Hotel BSD…
Eastin Hotels plots rapid Asian expansion
Eastin Hotels & Residences is plans to boost its Asian portfolio to 11 properties this year.
The hotel collection, which forms part of Thailand-based Absolute Hotel Services, recently…
Red Planet takes 16% stake in Tune Hotels
Red Planet Hotels has bought a 16.05% stake in the Tony Fernandes' budget hotel brand, Tune Hotels.
The company, which is also the existing franchisee of the Tune brand in Southeast Asia –…
Tune Hotels to launch in Bangkok
Malaysian budget hotel group, Tune Hotels, has announced that it will open its first Bangkok property on 1 October this year.
Tune Hotel Asoke will be located on central Bangkok’s Sukhumvit…
Nearly 150 hotels open in Asia
The Asia Pacific region has seen the opening of 149 new hotels this year.
According to STR Global's latest Asia Pacific Construction Pipeline report, the openings in the first five months…
Tauzia opens Pop! hotel in Yogyakarta
Indonesia's Tauzia Hotel Management has opened a new POP! budget hotel in Yogyakarta.
Located close to the Tugu Yogyakarta monument, POP! Hotel Sangaji Tugu Yogyakarta offers 151 rooms,…
Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa, Abu Dhabi
AN OVERVIEW
The Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa by Anantara gives you the warm welcoming feeling as soon as you enter the hotel. The hotel, an hour’s journey from Dubai Marina is ideally…
HotelTravel.com partners Santika Hotels
HotelTravel.com has signed a new partnership agreement with Indonesia’s Santika Hotels & Resorts.
The deal will see Santika's portfolio of 43 Indonesian hotels added to the hotel…
Tune Hotels expands in Manila
Tune Hotels will expand its portfolio of budget hotels in the Philippines with the opening of a new property in Manila.
Opening on 17 July, the Tune Hotel Makati will feature 213 rooms -…
Cristal Hotels and Resorts expands in Middle East
Cristal Hotels and Resorts have announced plans to expand adding three new hotel openings this summer 2012 across the Middle East; in addition to their two operating hotels in Abu Dhabi.…
Jumeirah Group celebrates its 20th hotel globally
Jumeirah Group recently added its 20th hotel to its international portfolio and reconfirmed its positioning in terms of hotel performance in Dubai.
During the first four months of 2012, the…
Millennium & Copthorne announce six new Copthorne Hotels
Millennium & Copthorne have recently announced that the opening of six new Copthorne hotels, bringing the total number of Copthorne Hotels in the Middle East to eight. Accounting for…
Aloft portfolio to expand to 70 hotels next year
Starwood Hotels & Resorts is planning to expand its global portfolio of Aloft hotels to 70 next year.Since debuting in 2008, the design and technology-focused Aloft brand has expanded to…
Rotana unveils eight new openings
MEA hotel company Rotana has announced it will open eight hotels across the UAE and Africa in the next year. The Abu Dhabi-based hotel chain is to open its first hotels in Bahrain, Jordan…
Abu Dhabi to showcase new hotels at WTM
Abu Dhabi will showcase its new hotels and resorts at this year's World Travel Market (WTM). The emirate is seeing a development boom, with several new properties expected to open in 2012.…
Second Hotel Nikko to open in Vietnam
Hotel Nikko Saigon, a new five-star addition to the Nikko Hotels International group, will open 18 December and is now accepting reservations.
The hotel, in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC),…
Minor launches new hotel brand in Sri Lanka
Thailand-based Minor Hotel Group has launched Avani Hotels & Resorts, a new upscale hotel brand. The new concept will be rolled-out in city and resort locations across Asia, Australia,…
Minor launches new hotel brand
Thailand-based Minor Hotel Group has launched Avani Hotels & Resorts, a new upscale hotel brand. The new concept will be rolled-out in city and resort locations across Asia, Australia,…
Aston plans major Favehotel expansion
Indonesian hotel group, Aston International has announced a major expansion of its two-star Favehotel brand in Indonesia and Malaysia. The company intends to add 25 new hotels across the…
Aston launches first favehotel in Jakarta
Aston International announced the opening of the first favehotel in Jakarta - the Favehotel Wahid Hasyim. Located in the centre of Jakarta, just off Jalan MH Thamrin, the two-star hotel…
Abu Dhabi hotels record best ever first half results
Abu Dhabi has recorded its best-ever first-half hotel results with rises in all its key performance indicators including guest numbers, guest nights, occupancy, revenue and length-of-stay…
Value hotel chain announces franchise offering
Cebu-based Islands Stay Hotel brand has announced plans to expand to other Philippine island's through franchise offerings. The decision comes after the two Cebu properties registered very…
Chinese hotel groups dominate Asia-Pacific ranking
Chinese groups dominated the regional ranking with Home Inns coming in first place with almost 94,000 rooms, having added an impressive 22,000 rooms to their network while Jin Jiang dropped…
Sheraton to open seven China hotels this summer
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide has announced that its Sheraton brand will open seven more hotels in China before the end of September. News of these openings coincides with a…
Marriott Hotels & Resorts announces 50-hotel pipeline
Marriott International's signature brand Marriott Hotels & Resorts has announced it has 50 hotel openings in the pipeline for the next four years. The multi-billion investment will…
Non-Manhattan boroughs drive 40% NYC’s hotel growth
Boroughs beyond Manhattan are generating 40% of New York's hotel development, according to its tourism board. New builds in Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens and Staten Island are said to account…
HMH plans new Saudi property openings
Hospitality Management Holdings (HMH) has revealed its seven new properties in Saudi Arabia are expected to open in the coming months. The upcoming hotels represent three of the group's four…
Hilton showcases new openings at ATM
Hilton Worldwide is delivering on its expansion plans in the Middle East and Africa with five openings, spread across the UAE, Egypt, Jordan, Indian Ocean and South Africa, since the start…
Bahrain hotel occupancy rates ‘as low as five percent’
Hotel occupancy rates in Bahrain are as low as five percent as a result of the ongoing internal unrest impacting the country."After being ranked second in the region for its tourism and…
Rhodes hotels open early off back of increased interest
Hotels in Rhodes have opened early this season after the destination saw a 10 percent increase in bookings. The tourism season usually begins in May but has been moved forward to early April…
Sheraton to launch 16 China hotels in 2011
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide has announced that its Sheraton brand will add 16 new hotels across China this year. The brand, which is currently undertaking a US$6 billion global…
Budget hotel chain to expand in Philippines
Budget hotel group, Gohotels will start to develop 20 properties across the Philippines this year. According to a Manila Times report, the chain, which is owned by local company, Robinsons…
Wolfgang Puck to open restaurant at new Dorchester Collection hotel
Wolfgang Puck is to open his first European restaurant in summer 2011 named 'Cut at 45 Park Lane'. The American steak restaurant will be located in the Dorchester Collection's new hotel and…
IHG to launch Hotel Indigo brand in Phuket
Hotel Indigo, IHG's boutique hotel brand, yesterday announced that it will open in Phuket. This is Hotel Indigo's second development in Thailand and the first boutique in a resort…
Travelodge sales increase with 70 2010 openings
Travelodge has reported a 13 percent increase in sales following the hotel chain's continued growth throughout 2010. The company opened 70 new hotels last year and took on contracts for…
Hilton targets 19 new openings within five years
Hilton Worldwide plans to develop 19 hotels in the next five years, six of which will begin operations this year.
The properties will be located at various tier I, II and III cities…
Face-to-Face: Marc Steinmeyer, Tauzia Hotel Mgt.
Face-to-Face: Marc Steinmeyer, President Director, Tauzia Hotel Management1) Can you please outline the different brands operated by Tauzia Hotel…
Starwood to open 70-80 hotels in 2011
From the American Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) in San Diego, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced that it expects to open another 70-80 new-build and conversion…
Carlson to open 19 hotels this year
Carlson plans to open 19 additional hotels in India by the end of 2011 across its four brands: Radisson, Country Inns & Suites By Carlson, Park Inn and Park Plaza.
The announcement…
HK’s Swire Hotels unveils British hotel brand
Building on the successful launches of the "House" and "EAST" brands with the openings of the Opposite House in Beijing, The Upper House and EAST in Hong Kong, Swire Hotels announces the…
Aston adds hotel and conference centre in Bangka
Aston International announced the opening of the Aston Soll Marina Hotel & Conference Center, Bangka - The group's first hotel in Bangka-Belitung. The Aston Soll Marina Hotel…
Preferred Hotel Group looks to Trump the competition
The Trump Hotel Collection has signed an agreement with Preferred Hotel Group to provide sales, marketing and technology support to the brand's five current hotels, as well as two…
Courtyard by Marriott opens two Europe hotels
Courtyard by Marriott has opened two new hotels in Europe. Courtyard Budapest City Center has opened under a long-term management agreement with Ablon Group and the Courtyard St Petersburg…
WORLDHOTELS celebrates 40th anniversary
Frankfurt, June 10 2010 - One of the leading groups for independent hotels, WORLDHOTELS, is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. In honour of this special occasion, the hotel group is…
Hilton to talk up property openings
Hilton Worldwide will be talking up forthcoming property openings in the Middle East and Africa at ATM.Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa (UAE), Doubletree by Hilton Ras Al Khaimah…
Starwood to open 80-100 hotels in 2010
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide has announced that it expects to open another 80-100 new-build and conversion hotels in 2010. Of these new properties, roughly 70% will be…
Starwood to open 80-100 hotels in 2010
SAN DIEGO (January 26, 2009) - From the American Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) in San Diego, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announces…
Accor to open up to 45 Asia Pacific hotels in 2010
Hong Kong, April 13, 2010 - Accor confirmed today that between 40 and 45 hotels will open throughout Asia Pacific during 2010. This will add around 8,500 new rooms…
Strong outlook for Oberoi with new openings and enhanced team
Indian hotel operator Oberoi Hotels & Resorts is looking forward to a period of prosperity with property openings in the pipeline, plus a new sales and marketing team now in…
Three hotels to open on Palm Jumeirah
(22 March 2010): Three beachfront hotels located on Dubai's iconic Palm Jumeirah are scheduled to open in the next year, reinforcing the island's position as a landmark tourism…
Three new hotels for Palm Jumeirah
Three beachfront hotels are scheduled to open this year on Dubai's Palm Jumeirah. The new properties, from a series of different operators and developers, will join Atlantis, The Palm,…
Holiday Inn relaunches 2,000th hotel
Today InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) announced the relaunch of its 2000th Holiday Inn hotel, the Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Waterfront, in Scotland. Holiday Inn is…
Gulf countries to open 48 hotels this year
Around 48 hotels, equating to 14,178 rooms, will open in the Gulf countries this year, a study by Dubai-based research company Proleads has said.The value of these projects is estimated at…
HBA to unveil 17 new hotel projects in 2010
(Hong Kong, March 10, 2010) - HBA has an exciting year ahead, with over 17 new projects openings worldwide, the Chinese Year of the Tiger will reveal some of the…
Starwood plans 50 new EAME hotels
From the International Hotel Investment Forum (IHIF) in Berlin, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announces plans to open 50 new hotels in its…
Carlson adds 92 hotels in 2009
SINGAPORE - January 28, 2010 - Carlson Hotels today announced year-end 2009 results, which include the addition of a total of 92 properties under its five brands…
Kenzi Hotels launches ‘Premium Signature’ range
27 Jan 10 (TravMedia.com): Moroccon hotel operator, Kenzi Hotels Group, are driving forward their expansion and repositioning themselves as key players in the luxury market with the launch…
New hotels on Caribbean islands
The beach is certainly the beginning for 2010 as Antigua and Barbuda sees a range of exciting hotel openings, from boutique boltholes to luxury sailing resorts, as well as exciting…
Premier Inn opens third hotel in Dubai
Premier Inn, the UK's biggest hotel chain, announces it has now opened its third site within the Gulf region at Premier Inn Dubai International Airport.
This development follows two…
Premier Inn opens third hotel in Dubai
Premier Inn, the UK's biggest hotel chain, announces it has now opened its third site within the Gulf region at Premier Inn Dubai International Airport. This development follows…
Ritz-Carlton announces trio of December openings
HONG KONG - December 4, 2009 - The award winning Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. offers winter vacationers a trio of resorts opening just in time for the holidays. From the snow-covered…
Ritz-Carlton announces trio of December openings
HONG KONG - December 4, 2009 - The award winning Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. offers winter vacationers a trio of resorts opening just in time for the holidays.…
Westin adds six hotels to global portfolio
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 19, 2009-- Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announces the opening of six new Westin hotels the remaining six weeks of…
Westin adds six hotels to global portfolio
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 19, 2009-- Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announces the opening of six new Westin hotels the…
Jaz Hotels plots major expansion
Wednesday 11 November 2009: Jaz Hotels, Resorts & Cruises, Egypt's most successful hotel company, is set to undergo the largest expansion to its portfolio to date…
Holiday Inn relaunches 1,400 hotels
ATLANTA - IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) , the world's largest hotel company, announces the relaunch of 1,400 Holiday Inn brand hotels globally this month. The $1…
Starwood signs 150th Asia Pacific hotel
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) reaches another key milestone with the opening of its 150th hotel in Asia Pacific - the ITC Royal Gardenia, a Luxury…
Starwood opens 40 hotels in North America
PHOENIX - September 23, 2009 - From the 15th Annual Lodging Conference, Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) announces it has executed 25 new…
Face-to-Face: Chris Hart, Senior Vice President, Operations - Asia Pacific, Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts Asia Pacific
1) What expansion plans does the group have for the Four Seasons brand in the Asia Pacific and Middle East regions? In Asia Pacific we hope to…
Nikko’s Hotel Royal Taipei to reopen
TOKYO, Sept. 9 /PRNewswire/ -- After renovation of its 202 guest rooms, its restaurants and public spaces, Hotel Royal Taipei, one of the Nikko Hotels International group…
Melbourne’s Hotel Windsor plans return to former glory
Melbourne's Hotel Windsor has announced an AU$260 million (US$215 million) development proposal aimed at securing the future of the city's only 19th century grand hotel. Highlights of the…
Sofitel announces five hotels across Middle East and China
As Sofitel prepares to open the new 438-room Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach this September, the French-based company has announced five additional properties that will strengthen…
Face-to-Face: Jean-Marc Busato, Managing Director - Asia Pacific, Carlson Hotels Worldwide
1) Carlson has begun launching the Radisson Plaza brand in China; can you tell our readers a little more about this brand, and how it fits into Carlson's portfolio of…
Alila plans six new openings in 2009
Leading luxury boutique hotel operator, Alila Hotels and Resorts, is set to expand its footprint in Asia with six new properties opening this year. Three of the openings will…
TUI to launch hotel chain
European holiday giant TUI has announced that it will launch a new hotel brand, the Bangkok Post has reported. Sensimar, as it will be known, will initially operate three hotels: in the…
Marriott to add 140 hotels
Marriott International plans to add more than 140 hotels and resorts outside the U.S. and Canada over the next four years.
This translates to more than 34,000 rooms in 43 countries.
These…
Swiss-Belhotel opens in Oman
Swiss-Belhotel International has opened the Sohar Beach by Swiss-Belhotel in Oman, its sixth in the Middle East . The hotel was rebranded from the former Sohar Beach Resort. "We have an…
The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka welcomes Radu Cernia as general manager
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., has recently announced the appointment of Radu Cernia as General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka.
Cernia brings a wealth of international…
Onyx Hospitality Group starts 2023 with a number of key appointments and promotions
Thailand-based ONYX Hospitality Group has reinforced its expansion plan, with a number of strategic hires and promotions which focus on the areas needed to achieve the group’s core…
Club Med appoints Valerie Loy
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Club Med, has announced the appointment of Valerie Loy as the new Vice President, Marketing in…
Club Med appoints Valerie Loy as its new Vice President, Marketing in East, South Asia & Pacific
Club Med, the leader in premium all-inclusive holidays, has announced the appointment of Valerie Loy as the new Vice President, Marketing in East, South Asia and Pacific (ESAP) effective …
Four Seasons welcomes 2023 with new leadership, brand extensions and strategic portfolio growth
Leading luxury hospitality company Four Seasons continues to expand its development pipeline, elevating its experiential offerings and accelerating bold new ventures that capitalise on…
Effotel by Sayaji, Vadodara celebrates 33 years of grand hospitality
Sayaji Hotels is celebrating the 33rd anniversary of the group’s first iconic hotel Effotel by Sayaji, Vadodara.
What’s new in Antigua And Barbuda for 2023
Antigua and Barbuda continue to record a positive recovery in visitor arrivals, optimism lies ahead for 2023 with continuous growth in visits to the destination.
For those planning…
A guide to all things new in Japan in 2023
Japan’s cities are experiencing a rejuvenation, from creative quarters in lesser-known areas to worldwide recognised exhibitions opening in its capital.
Jurassic World: The Exhibition,…
Nicolas De Gols has been appointed as GM of Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris
Nicolas De Gols, has just joined the team of Le Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris and is thus positioned as the youngest General Manager of Palaces.
Aimbridge EMEA sees UK RevPAR surpass pre-Covid levels
Strong performance across airport properties and gateway cities has driven growth within Aimbridge EMEA’s growing UK portfolio, outpacing pre-pandemic levels.
Hyatt to expand independent collection brands in key global destinations through 2025
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the continued global growth of its Independent Collection brands, including recent openings and a strong development pipeline through 2025 across The…
Tokyo to hold London agent marketplace on 1 Feb
The reopening of Japan last month has been big news. In response, and to support agents maximise bookings, Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) will host a Tokyo City Promotion at Royal…
The St. Regis Venice brings in avant-garde botanical studio Mary Lennox to offer a lush festive intervention
A tireless advocate for modernity, The St. Regis Venice has made a name for itself as a hub of contemporary art that celebrates the hotel’s gorgeous heritage bones while embracing innovation…
Dynamic expansion for LUX
Looking to 2023 and beyond, The Lux Collective has revealed four innovative projects for its luxury flagship brand LUX.
Radisson Beach Resort Larnaca opens in Cyprus with 202 keys
Set on the edge of the Mediterranean Sea and surrounded by idyllic beaches, Radisson Beach Resort Larnaca offers the perfect island getaway.
Slovenia at WTM London 2022
The Slovenian Tourist Board will be returning to WTM to showcase the best of what the country has to offer and how they are leading the way in promoting responsible tourism.
Okinawa bolsters tourism offering unique accommodations
Okinawa is set to welcome the launch of two new properties, further bolstering its tourism offering now that Japan’s borders have re-opened to all international visitors.
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Best Western signs spectacular upscale residences at Venezia Beach, Vietnam
Best Western Hotels & Resorts has penned a strategic partnership for two beautiful beach apartment buildings on Vietnam’s southeast coast, as the company’s rapid expansion in this…
Best Western’s largest residential project is coming to Ho Chi Minh City
Best Western Hotels & Resorts has signed two agreements for a major new Best Western Premier® residential project in Ho Chi Minh City, marking an important milestone in the company’s…
Radisson RED launches in Spain with 260 keys
Set in the center of Madrid’s cultural, artistic and culinary scene, Radisson Hotel Group opens its first Radisson RED in Spain, welcoming the vibrant lifestyle brand to the country
London’s MICE industry continues to scale up
London’s MICE industry continues to go from strength to strength in 2022 with an impressive roster of new openings and developments.
Alexander Suski to be consultant CEO of Terra Sol Hospitality
Seasoned hotelier, Alexander Suski, takes on the role of consultant CEO of Terra Sol Hospitality, overseeing the launch of one of the region’s most eagerly awaited developments, Terra Solis…
Marriott to add 14 luxury properties in Asia Pacific by 2023
Marriott International, Inc. has announced it expects to open 14 additional luxury properties in Asia Pacific by the end of 2023. The planned additions highlight the strategic growth of…
Hilton set to offer 135 properties in Greater China
With 98 hotels in the pipeline, nearly 1 in 3 future openings for Hilton Hotels globally will be in this market.
Leisure travel fuels Hyatt’s growth in Asia Pacific
Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced plans for the continued growth of its brand portfolio in Asia Pacific with a robust pipeline of landmark luxury and lifestyle hotels and resorts.
Ai Weiwei’s White Chandelier debuts at The St. Regis Venice
The functional artwork is skillfully illuminated thanks to Berengo Studio’s partnership with the creative Italian lighting company Luce5. An exclusive cocktail event at The St. Regis Venice…
ibis Styles opens new flagship in Silom, Bangkok
Accor brings a trendy hotel experience to Bangkok’s buzziest neighbourhood of Silom with the opening of its latest flagship ibis Styles address. Savvy travellers are invited to…
Artyzen to launch five projects in Shanghai, China in 2022
Artyzen Hospitality Group ("Artyzen") will be developing five projects in Shanghai: lifestyle hotels, conference centres, and service apartments, all slated to open by the end of 2022.
LUX* Grand Baie, Mauritius appoints Daniele Vastolo as new general manager
The Lux Collective has announced the appointment of Daniele Vastolo as the General Manager of LUX* Grand Baie, Mauritius. Opened in December 2021, this modern design-inspired luxury…
IHG celebrates growth of Vignette Collection in Thailand
IHG Hotels & Resorts celebrated the rapid growth of Vignette Collection in Thailand, as the Luxury & Lifestyle brand approaches its first anniversary next month.
5 must-try food and drink experiences in Scotland
Here are some of the food and drink experiences in Scotland that you should not miss.
Top 5 tourism attractions opening in Qatar before FIFA World Cup 2022
Before the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 kicks off in November, an assortment of exceptional new tourism developments will open across the country
Banyan Tree Group debuts in Japan with five upcoming properties
Banyan Tree Group has announced its expansion into Japan, a frontier location for the global, multi-branded hospitality group. This introduction of four brands marks the Group's…
Accor announces global launch of its All-Inclusive Collection
Accor has announced that it is accelerating its expansion in the all-inclusive market with the launch of its multi-branded All-Inclusive Collection – an attractive offering that will see the…
Heed the call: Here’s why you should visit Scotland this year
Visit Scotland now and witness the country’s transformation post-COVID. Scotland is the place to enjoy world-class food and drink, events, films, history and culture.
Crowne Plaza accelerates growth in Asia Pacific
Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s largest and best known upscale brands and part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ premium collection, is continuing its rapid growth across…
Omicron Pushes Back Airline Industry’s Recovery
According to airline and airport officials, new travel restrictions imposed by the Omicron coronavirus variant have delayed the embryonic recovery in international flights, causing delays…
Heart of London’s East End witnesses Canopy by Hilton’s UK debut
Set within the multi-million-pound Minories development close to Aldgate station, the eco-conscious Canopy by Hilton provides the perfect base for design conscious travellers looking to…
JNTO inspires travel with new video
The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) has launched a new campaign to inspire and showcase the diversity of the destination.
Qatar to open over 100 new properties in FIFA 2022 World Cup countdown
Qatar is adding 105 new hotels and serviced apartments to its already extensive portfolio of properties, as the country gears up to host the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
When will Middle East travellers return to UK and what lies ahead when they return?
VisitBritain is looking at positioning the country’s appeal as a tourism destination, improving its ranking in the eyes of international travellers and increasing visitor spending in all…
Malta to welcome back vaccinated British travellers from 1 June
As of 1 June 2021, Malta will welcome passengers from the UK who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19
Israel gears up to welcome back tourists with major updates following the pandemic
With the borders closed to international travel as a result of the pandemic, Israel has spent the last year improving its infrastructure, ready to welcome back tourists in the best way…
Accor to sell a 1.5% stake in Huazhu for EUR239 million
Accor announces that it completed the disposal of a 1.5% stake in Huazhu Group Limited (HTHT) for EUR239 million.
Laos’ Rocky Road to Recovery
Like many, I wake up and read the travel trade papers. When and how destinations will reopen dominate the headlines. And there is no lack of experts willing to share their wisdom.
Here’s what Dubai is offering for travellers in the post-Covid 19 world
Dubai has opened up to welcome travellers and ensuring travellers’ safety and wellbeing through its various initiatives i the post Covid world
Sun, sand and Vitamin Sea! What’s new in Bahamas this winter
From hotel reopenings with exciting deals to the Bahama Out Islands Promotion Board's USD 500 air credit, The Bahamas has rolled out new initiatives to attract travellers this winter season
Age of Aquarius? TD speaks to AQI about megabucks luxury hospitality investment
Earlier this week Aquarius International Development (AQI), announced intensions to sink USD 250 million into the creation of a comprehensive hospitality "eco-system across Southeast Asia. I…
New domestic flights to Okinawa boost accessibility of sub-tropical paradise
The announcement of new Skymark Airlines flights to Shimojishima has come as a welcome boost to those wishing to soak up the sun, sea and culture in Okinawa once current restrictions are…
How WTTC wanted British PM Boris Johnson to lead the World in Reopening Tourism?
Gloria Guevara, CEO of the World Travel and Tourism Council has become the leader for the private industry to speak for the survival of one of the largest industries in the world. Other than…
Croatia sees tourist numbers on the rise
Croatia gains momentum as an increasing number of tourists chose to take advantage of the freedom of movement and border openings throughout the course of June.
Stay with peace of mind in Anantara Hoi An Resort and Anantara Quy Nhon Villas
Anantara luxury resorts introduced the Stay With Peace Of Mind programme to ensure that you can rest well from check-in to check-out.
20 Unpredictable Travel Outcomes So Far in 2020
t’s no secret that the first half of 2020 has been challenging for the travel industry. In combination, the coronavirus pandemic and government responses to suppress the virus saw the demand…
Poland steps up to welcome back tourists with new guidelines
Poland is beginning to re-open to tourists, announcing new policy measures for visitors and organisations within the sector to help restore the tourism sector ahead of prospective border…
ONYX Hospitality enhances hygiene and safety across every step of the guest journey
In preparation to welcome travellers back to its hotels, resorts and serviced apartments across the Asia-Pacific and to reassure guests who are currently in residence, ONYX Hospitality…
Asia-Pacific construction pipeline hits record high
Asia-Pacific’s total construction pipeline, excluding China, hit a new all-time high at the close of 2019 with 1,926 projects or 409,447 rooms. This was revealed by Lodging Econometrics…
Locke at Broken Wharf to open at London’s Millennium Bridge
This March, pioneering hospitality brand Locke will open its second hotel in the capital on the Thames at London’s Millennium Bridge. The 113-room Locke at Broken Wharf is located…
TIME debuts new brand in Sharjah
TIME Hotels, the UAE-headquartered hospitality company and hotel operator, debuts its TIME Express Hotels brand with the opening of a new property in Sharjah this month. The three-star…
Capital Region tourism industry celebrates two centuries of women’s suffrage
2020 marks the 100th anniversary since women were granted the right to vote in the US, and this year to mark the momentous occasion, Capital Region USA is celebrating all things female.…
The top 5 things to do in Seattle during 2020
Since the rise of Nirvana and grunge music in the early Nineties, Seattle has been a Mecca to musicians, artists, writers and artisans, from across the US, basically, its scenester central,…
Palladium names new president and CEO
Palladium Hotel Group has named Abel Matutes Prats its new president and Jesús Sobrino as its new CEO. The company made the announcement as it celebrates its 50th anniversary.
It…
What’s new and upcoming in Sri Lanka tourism for 2020
Product managers creating holidays in Sri Lanka believe 2020 will be a positive year due to better road infrastructure, the increasing popularity of ecotourism products, new and flexible…
When Scandinavian chic meets Hanseatic flair
The first Zleep hotel will open in Hamburg in 2022 as Deutsche Hospitality rolls out its recently acquired Danish brand in Germany for the first time. Having taken over the Scandinavian…
MHR signs up Brice Borin as GM of Mӧvenpick Resort Cam Ranh
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts (MHR) has appointed Brice Borin as GM of Mӧvenpick Resort Cam Ranh, a spectacular new beachfront resort nestled on a 600-metre-long stretch of sand in Khanh…
The story of Hanoi’s crowning glory: InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72
On top of it all, crowning Hanoi's skyline is InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72, a luxury hotel built by IHG as one of its 'new generation' hotels.
Japan is on everyone’s wish list
As the host of the 2019 Rugby World Cup this October, Japan has seen increased visitor numbers in recent years, with annual international arrivals soaring by almost 23 million since 2010.
9 luxury villas you should book in 2020
Luxury villas are filled with top notch amenities and facilities such round-the-clock concierge service and tailored experiences.
A tale of two cities: Uplifting the MICE industry in Bangkok and Pattaya
Helping to promote MICE tourism in Thailand, two notable properties uplift the industry in the fast-paced country by cultivating high-quality MICE hubs in two bustling cities.
Marriott International: “Africa is a land of opportunity”
Marriott International has announced new deals with a development pipeline expected to drive owner investment of over USD 2 billion, generating 12,000 new jobs in Africa.
IHG debuts in the Maldives
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has opened InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort (InterContinental Maldives), the latest in a series of new luxury resort openings which…
MICE focus: Philadelphia events industry scales new heights
Along with producing some rather tasty cream cheese and, of course, that artery-clogging beast of global over-consumption -- the Philly Cheesesteak, Philadelphia is a town of great history…
Beppu ushers “new era in travel” with first international luxury resort
IHG (InterContinental Hotels & Resorts) has announced the opening of ANA InterContinental Beppu Resort & Spa — Oita Prefecture's first international luxury resort, offering…
Marriott’s Aloft makes splash in Spanish capital
Aloft Hotels, Marriott International’s hotel brand for music fans and tech-savvy travellers, brings a new beat to Spain this month with the opening of 139-keys Aloft Madrid Gran Vía.…
Marriott’s APAC luxury portfolio to grow in 2019
Marriott International has announced strong growth of its APAC luxury portfolio with 13 new luxury properties projected to open in 2019.
IHG rolls out next phase of brand design prototypes
IHG has unveiled updated designs and food and beverage solutions for three of its mainstream brands set to roll out this year.
GBP 10 million Holiday Inn Express opens in Somerset
Holiday Inn has announced the launch of its new 10 million pound property, the Holiday Inn Express Bridgwater, in the quaint and historic market town of the same name in Somerset.
Nobu Hospitality sets the stage in London’s West End
Nobu Hospitality, the luxury hospitality brand founded by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, has announced the launch of its London West End hotel.
Accor launches Pullman Baotou in Inner Mongolia’s developing CBD
Pullman, Accor’s premium brand, has announced the debut of Pullman Baotou, its first property in North China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region.
Marriott launches “one-stop-shop” for MICE planners in APAC
Marriott International has launched Marriott Events Asia, a dedicated meetings and events website for the APAC region, designed for MICE professionals.
By the dozen: Autograph Collection amplifies European portfolio
Marriott International’s Autograph Collection Hotels has unveiled its plans of welcoming 12 handpicked properties to its European portfolio in 2019.
Waldorf Astoria Maldives: “So many opportunities for magical, unforgettable moments”
With the hotly anticipated Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi gearing up to fling open its doors and offer luxury leisure seekers the pleasure of the companies patented blend of high…
Gritty Brits: Brexit woes won’t stop 2019 holiday plans
A survey of more than 1,400 Brits has shown that the majority are not going to let Brexit uncertainty stop their holiday plans in 2019.
On the double: IHG opens second voco in the UK
IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) has signed a franchise agreement to debut voco, its new upscale brand in the West Midland’s town of Solihull.
Breaking ground: Courtyard by Marriott comes to Inverness Airport
Courtyard by Marriott has announced its debut in the city as work officially starts on the multi-million-pound hotel.
Ascott achieves “unprecedented growth” with 100,000 units globally
Serviced residence operator The Ascott Limited (Ascott) has secured contracts for another 26 properties, boosting its portfolio to 100,000 units globally.
GrabJobs disrupts old school recruitment process in SEA
Finding a job has never been this easy for both job seekers and employers. Singapore-based GrabJobs is making a fuss in the recruitment scene with their interview chatbot technology.
5 travel jobs to look out for in 2019
Here are five hot travel jobs to keep an eye out for in 2019, including luxury travel advisor.
20 trend reports in 1: What travel will look like in 2019
Flooded with trend reports at the end of the year? TD has a special New Year's gift-- the lord of all trends reports to keep you on top of your game in 2019.
Content + collaboration = success: Podcast with Chirag Gupta, CEO of Deyor Camps
I spoke to Chirag Gupta, CEO of Deyor Camps - India's largest experiential travel company - about staying true to your values for this week's podcast.
20/20 Vision: Wyndham’s APAC president’s plans for 2019 and beyond
Following the Wyndham Hotels & Resorts split from parent company Wyndham Worldwide earlier this year, it was necessary to install a new head honcho for APAC. Opting to recruit internally…
“A never stop lifestyle”: IHCL revamps Ginger brand
Ginger, a brand of IHCL (Indian Hotels Company Limited), has introduced a new lean luxe segment, the first of its kind in India.
10 travel trends we may see in the US in 2019
The top travel trends that we will most likely see in 2019, according to Visit The USA.
Travelodge celebrates 30 years in Lincolnshire with hat trick of investments
Budget hotel brand Travelodge has celebrated 30 years of trading in the county with new openings and further investments.
Jet, set, go: AirAsia to set up a low-cost carrier in Vietnam
Asia's popular budget carrier, AirAsia has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation reaffirming its intention to set up a low-cost carrier in Vietnam with local partners.
Marching on: Courtyard by Marriott to expand European footprint by 50% in two years
Marriott International’s brand that pioneered the select service category, Courtyard by Marriott, is set to further grow its European footprint of 63 hotels by almost 50% over the next two…
What it takes to be a next-gen hospitality professional
An alumnus of the Institute of Hotel Management, Goa, Sachin Shet has spent over 18 years in the luxury hotel space. He shares tips on the growing hospitality jobs and what it takes.
Kimpton’s London debut: “It’s what guests in this city are craving”
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has announced the debut of Kimpton Hotels brand in the UK with the opening of Kimpton Fitzroy London.
Feel the love: Cafe del Mar Pattaya opens
Back in August I covered the arrival of legendary night club brand Café Del Mar to Jomtien beach in Pattaya. Now two months later the doors to the beach club have finally swung open, calling…
“China remains a priority” as Rosewood adds four to Asian network
Hong Kong based luxury hospitality group Rosewood Hotel Group is stepping up its Asia expansion with the opening of four new properties in China, Southeast Asia and India, they announced…
Ajman UAE wants a piece of the UK travel trade pie
UAE’s flourishing new tourism destination, Ajman is aiming at UK inbound tourism with the launch of its first its first overseas office there.
Cam Ranh’s new terminal to boost tourism in Vietnam’s south-central coastline
It took two-and-a-half years and USD 163 million to build a new terminal in south-central Vietnam’s international airport. A hefty price, but it’s worth every penny as it opens the doors for…
Park Regis Arion: StayWell Holdings’ third property in Indonesia
StayWell Holdings marks its debut in the Indonesian capital with Park Regis Arion in Jakarta.
Hard Rock Atlantic City opens with full house after $500m renovation
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City has opened its doors for the first time in one of the most highly-anticipated property grand openings in Atlantic City.
IHG signs agreement to debut Holiday Inn Express in Saudi Arabia
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has signed a Master Development Agreement (MDA) with Saudi Arabian business conglomerate Al Hokair Group, which will see the debut of Holiday Express Inn…
Hilton Garden Inn continues to bloom with four new global properties
Hilton’s midscale brand announces robust growth with new openings in Las Vegas City Center and three international destinations.
Did India’s 70th Independence Day create an upsurge in holiday makers?
Incredible India, as it is sometimes called, has a lot to offer, whether it is considered as a honeymoon destination, a spiritual trip in a search for the lost Zen, or just an ordinary…
Mövenpick’s Mark Willis on how to harness the power of millennials
With the news that Mövenpick will open 11 hotels and resorts across nine countries during 2018 landing last week, I headed down to the ambitious brand's Bangkok office to meet Mark Willis,…
Tru by Hilton touches down in three new states
Spice up your stay in the USA - Tru by Hilton just opened three new properties in three states.
Andrea Blankenship from the Colorado Tourism Office reveals what’s new for visitors
Travel Daily catches up with Andrea Blankenship, director of international tourism at Colorado Tourism Office.
What is your role and how long have you held it?
I’ve held the…
Abu Dhabi: What’s new?
Abu Dhabi has a range of openings for this year including attractions and hotels. Here's a round up of what's in store.
Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi
Miral – the developer behind…
Funway gets ready to launch 2018 Orlando brochure
Funway Holidays will launch its 2018 Orlando brochure next week.
The tailor-made US and Caribbean specialist has reported Orlando bookings for 2017 are holding up year on year with it…
Hard Rock Shenzhen’s pair of aces signal commitment to success
Following its opening in September 2017, Hard Rock Shenzhen have shown they intend to nail down their presence in mainland China, with a canny pair of appointments, well versed in the…
Marriott International on Track to Open 16 New Resorts in Asia Pacific
The new hotels range from tranquil resorts such as the beachfront Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa, which is the company’s first hotel in Sri Lanka, to The Ritz-Carlton Haikou, which…
SALA add muscle to senior management team
SALA Hospitality Group has bolstered its Bangkok corporate office team by adding two new senior management positions, both of which will support the expansion of the company’s two primary…
ONYX on for the hat-trick
ONYX Hospitality Group is inviting travellers to discover new destinations with them in 2018. openings across its Amari and OZO brands including OZO Hoi An in Vietnam, Amari Vang Vieng in…
X Fund Properties Limited and Aimbridge Hospitality Unveil Jewel Grande Montego Bay Resort & Spa
Montego Bay’s newest all-inclusive beachfront oasis brings 217 butler-appointed suites and stately villas to Jamaica’s Coveted Coastline
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA – (Sept 26, 2017) – X…
Q&A with VisitDallas and the Fort Worth CVB
Travel Daily catches up with Mark Thompson, VP of tourism at VisitDallas, and Mitch Whitten, VP of marketing and communications at Fort Worth CVB.
How have UK visitor…
Dorsett Hospitality International Launches Dorsett Residences Bukit Bintang
Dorsett Hospitality International has confirmed the soft opening of the Group’s first integrated residences – Dorsett Residences Bukit Bintang – when it welcome welcomed its first guest – Mr…
IHG aims to become lifestyle choice for Asian travellers
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is planning to launch a series of new lifestyle hotels - including new brands – across Asia, as it seeks to target the new wave of affluent middle…
British Airways to increase weekly flight schedule from London to Philadelphia
British Airways has announced an increase in its weekly flight schedule from Heathrow to Philadelphia International Airport in spring 2018.
It will increase the service from seven…
MGTO launches a new website devoted to Macao’s gastronomy
The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) has launched a gastronomy-focused website highlighting Macao’s foodie credentials.
The website is a source of information for those interested…
The latest appointments from GTA, Carlson Wagonlit, Sala Resorts and more
HUI WAN CHUA will become the GTA's new vice president of sales & marketing for Asia, based in Singapore. She joins the company from Zuji.com where she was CEO. Previously, Ms Chua…
Hyatt ramps up roll-out of lifestyle brands
Hyatt is accelerating the expansion of two of its so-called "lifestyle" brands, Hyatt Place and Hyatt House.
In the first six months of 2017 the company opened 19 new hotels under…
Indonesia’s Archipelago set for multi-brand expansion
Archipelago International, the Indonesian hotel group, has unveiled plans to open at least 12 more hotels across the country in 2017, as part of a multi-brand expansion plan.
The company…
Bath launches back into the business tourism arena
With new hotel openings, including the arrival of The Apex; set to become the region’s largest conference hotel – Bath is positioning itself as a leading meeting, incentive travel and events…
Marriott brings new lifestyle brand to Japan
Marriott International has unveiled plans to bring its new lifestyle brand, Moxy Hotels, to Japan.
The hotel giant has penned agreements for two Moxy properties in the country, which…
Shilla spreads Stays across South Korea
South Korea's Shilla Hotels & Resorts has continued to expand its upscale business brand, Shilla Stay, with the launch of two new properties.
The new openings include the Shilla…
Qatar update
Stopover and discover Qatar
Exclusive to Qatar Airways, transit passengers are eligible to stop over on their next flight through Qatar. Stopping over is easy – travellers need to apply…
StayWell Hospitality Group and Cristal Group join forces
Australian Based Hotel Management Company StayWell Hospitality Group and Cristal Group, a Middle East based Hotel Management Company, are joining forces with the announcement of a strategic…
Residence Inn to double European footprint in 2017
Marriott International has announced the expansion of its extended-stay brand, Residence Inn by Marriott, with the signing of two new properties in London. With additional openings in…
A Year in Review: Hilton Highlights in 2016
2016 was an extraordinarily impactful year for Hilton (NYSE: HLT), which achieved record pipeline and net unit growth, accomplished its most successful brand launch with Tru by Hilton and…
Dusit outlines plans for “unprecedented growth”
Dusit International is embarking on what is being described as the most significant period of expansion in the company’s history.
The Thai hotel group said that "an unprecedented period…
UK serviced apartment sector gears up for record-breaking 2017
The Association of Serviced Apartment Providers (ASAP) has predicted record growth in the sector this year with 2,600 new units set to open in the UK in 2017, a 13.8% increase on current…
Best Western adds 300 new beds in Greater London
Best Western Great Britain has announced 300 new beds in the Greater London area with the opening of three new build Best Western Plus properties in Croydon, Vauxhall and Wembley. This is…
DoubleTree by Hilton expands UK footprint
DoubleTree by Hilton has introduced an additional 12 properties to its UK portfolio in the past 12 months and now welcomes guests at more than 30 hotels throughout the country.
Eight…
Travelodge pursues UK expansion plans
One of the UK’s leading budget hotel chains, Travelodge, has officially opened its second and largest hotel in Kings Lynn.
The 68-room hotel, which is situated at Hardwick Business Retail…
Travelodge arrives in Asia
Travelodge will make its debut in Asia next month with the opening of a new hotel in Hong Kong.
A 126-room midscale property on Nathan Road, currently operating as the Hotel Rainbow,…
VisitBritain predicts landmark year for inbound tourism
Forecasts from VisitBritain, the national tourism agency, indicate that 2017 is set to be another record year for inbound tourism to the UK.
Spending by overseas visitors is predicted to…
Face-to-Face: Nick Wrightman
This week, Nick Wrightman, Managing Director of The Discerning Collection, discusses his outlook for his company, including the travel trends he expects to see in 2017...
Q) What…
Rixos reveals global expansion plans
The Rixos Group of hotels plans to increase its portfolio to 32 hotels worldwide by 2018, with a strong focus in the Middle East.
The company has already revealed plans to open another…
Marriott International doubles its luxury footprint across eight distinct brands
Marriott International will double its portfolio of luxury hotels through the recent merger with Starwood Hotels & Resorts, the company announced at this week’s International Luxury…
Carlson brings midscale brand to China
Carlson Rezidor has announced the debut of its midscale Park Inn by Radisson brand in China.
The new Park Inn by Radisson Libo is located in a scenic part of Guizhou province,…
Face-to-Face: Maria Zarraluqui
Maria Zarraluqui, Meliá Hotels International's Global Development Managing Director, provides Travel Daily with the latest updates on the Spanish hotel group's Asian expansion strategy...…
Malaysia hones in on niche tourism experiences
Malaysia is honing in on the niche tourism experiences the Asian destination can offer international travellers.
The biggest promotional push is for eco-tourism, with destinations…
Onyx looks to future following transformation
Onyx Hospitality Group expects to expand its portfolio by approximately 50% to more than 100 hotels across Asia Pacific and the Middle East by 2023.
Ten years on from the start of a…
Rotana reveals European expansion plans
Respected MENA operator Rotana Hotels & Resorts has revealed ambitious plans to operate 100 hotels by 2020, with UK and European expansion high on the agenda.
The firm is on…
Oakwood opens two Asian properties in two days
Oakwood has accelerated its Asian expansion strategy with the opening of two new serviced residences in the space of two days.
The first to open was the Oakwood Hotel & Residence…
Wyndham adds two in Jeju
Wyndham has continued its push into South Korea with the opening of two new hotels on the island of Jeju.
The Ramada Jeju Seogwipo and Days Hotel Jeju Seogwipo Ocean join Wyndham’s…
Musafir.com opens 12th UAE store at DIFC
Musafir.com, the UAE’s first premium-experience travel website, has announced the inauguration of a new flagship branch at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).
The new…
New $600 million Ritz-Carlton for Sharm
Latif Group of Companies has signed a management agreement to bring The Ritz-Carlton, Sharm el-Sheikh Resort to the Sinai Peninsula.
The deal was signed earlier this week by Nasser Abel…
Asia drives expansion of Hyatt brands
Hyatt's two select-service brands, Hyatt Place and Hyatt House, expanded their global presence significantly in the second quarter of 2016, driven by new openings in Asia Pacific.
Of…
Hilton Garden Inn kicks off major expansion in Chengdu
Hilton has opened its first Garden Inn-branded hotel in Chengdu, marking the start of a major roll-out in the city.
The new Hilton Garden Inn Chengdu Huayang, which is located in the…
New route to see rise in UK visitors to Seattle
Seattle is expected to be one of the fastest growing US destinations for UK travellers in 2017 with a Virgin Atlantic direct non-stop daily flight scheduled for launch in March (replacing…
QTA to open offices in Turkey and the US
The Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) has revealed plans to open two new overseas offices – one in Turkey and the other in the US.
Located in Istanbul and New York respectively, both offices…
MEA spa market valued at AED11 billion in 2016
The spa market in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) is valued at AED 11 billion (US$3 billion) in 2016, according to a new report.
The leisure market report prepared by Euromonitor…
IHG makes senior appointments in the UK
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has made two new senior appointments in the UK.
Karan Khanna, VP, Design & Engineering, has been appointed VP, Operations, UK&I. Michael…
Staycity Apartments focused on expansion despite Brexit concerns
Staycity Aparthotels will continue to will forge ahead with its European expansion plans which will take the company from its current 2,700 apartments, including operating and pipeline…
Face to face: Karen Bevans, director of Tourism at the Belize Tourism Board
Why is the UK an important market for Belize?
The UK is the fastest growing and the largest market in Europe for Belize (+11.9%), holding an impressive 31% market share, so it goes…
Marriott unveils new Phuket beach resort
Marriott has continued the expansion of its Thai portfolio with the launch of a new upscale beach resort in Phuket.
The new Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa Nai Yang Beach has now…
UK’s Premier Inn debuts in Surabaya
Premier Inn, the UK-based budget hotel chain, has continued to expand in Southeast Asia with the grand opening of its first property in the Indonesian city of Surabaya.
Located five…
First Travelodge opens in London’s Raynes Park
The Mayor of Merton, Councillor David Chung, has joined Travelodge’s London regional director, Steve Lavery, to officially open the first budget hotel in Raynes Park.
The 86-room London…
Face-to-Face: Ajay K. Bakaya
This week, Travel Daily India talks to Ajay K. Bakaya, executive director of Sarovar Hotels & Resorts, about the company's development plans...
Q) Sarovar Hotels & Resorts had…
Secret Escapes launches in first four Asia markets
Secret Escapes, the UK-based site for discounted luxury travel, has taken the next step in its global expansion strategy with its launch into four Asian markets: Singapore, Hong Kong,…
Staycity confirms major serviced apartment project in Liverpool
Staycity has confirmed plans to open 202 studio, one- and two-bed apartments in Liverpool’s famous Corn Exchange building, creating up to 40 full and part-time jobs.
The building is…
Face-to-Face: Gabriel Escarrer
This week, Travel Daily chats with Gabriel Escarrer, vice chairman & CEO of Meliá Hotels International, about the company's expansion plans in Asia Pacific...
Q) Meliá has been…
Rotana looks to grow its German guest numbers
Rotana will be headed to ITB Berlin in a bid to expand its number of German and European guests.
“We managed to continue on our expansion path despite tough market conditions, and we…
MTS Group expands its global presence
In a recent announcement, MTS Globe Group announces an expansion of its global footprint with three new offices - Mexico, Croatia and UAE.
The Group which is a destination management…
Abu Dhabi relishes Pacific World Global Destination Index Report
Results from the annual global Destination Index, compiled by DMC, Pacific World have identified Abu Dhabi to be among the top cities in EMEA for incentives and conferences.
The research…
Renowned chef looks to make his mark at Shangri-La, Shard
To celebrate the arrival of Chef Gareth Bowen, the new executive chef at Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, the hotel has added a Chef’s Market Table in the hotel’s TĪNG Restaurant on Level 35.…
Onyx forms Singapore alliance, plans 46 new properties
Thailand's Onyx Hospitality Group has formed a new alliance with Singapore Hospitality Holdings, aimed at accelerating the expansion of its midscale Ozo and Shama serviced apartment brands.…
Starwood celebrates record year of expansion
Starwood Hotels & Resorts achieved a record year of portfolio growth in 2015, having signed 220 new hotel agreements and opened 105 new properties.
The year was marked by a series of…
Radisson makes double entry into Bali
Carlson Rezidor opened its first two Radisson hotels in Bali on 1 January 2016.
The former Ramada Resort Benoa Bali has now been rebranded as the Radisson Bali Tanjung Benoa, while…
Hilton Worldwide announce expansions in Turkey
Hilton Worldwide recently announced opening of five focused-service hotels in Turkey under Hampton by Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn brands.
The openings demonstrates Hilton’s…
Staycity to expand London apartment inventory
Dublin-based aparthotel operator Staycity is to add 125 apartments to its London Heathrow property in 2016 and open five further sites bringing its total openings scheduled for next year to…
Fairmont expands into North Africa
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and Abu Dhabi-based Eagle Hills recently announced development of a new luxury hotel in Morocco - Fairmont La Marina Rabat-Salé.
The 200-room hotel is…
Face-to-Face: Tran Trong Kien
Today, Travel Daily Asia chats with Tran Trong Kien, CEO of TMG Hospitality, the Vietnamese company that operates Victoria Hotels & Resorts and various other travel-related businesses...…
Ani Villas brings private luxury concept to Asia
Ani Villas, which operates a private luxury resort in Anguilla, has unveiled plans to make its debut in Asia.
The company has revealed details of its first two properties in the region: a…
Gainsborough Bath Spa officially opens
The Gainsborough Bath Spa recently welcomed 250 high-profile local and international guests to celebrate its official grand opening.
VIP guests including leader of the Council, Councillor…
Two new Radisson Blu properties open in Mauritius
Radisson Blu has announced the opening of two Radisson Blu beach resorts in Mauritius: the Radisson Blu Azuri Resort & Spa, Mauritius and the Radisson Blu Poste Lafayette Resort &…
This week’s industry appointments 13-17 July
Anthony Daniels has been confirmed as the new head of sales for Hurtigruten, taking over from Maxine Parker who is departing the company next month.
The company has also promoted…
Manathai unveils details of Phuket resort
Manathai Hotels & Resorts, the new and fast-expanding Thai hotel group, has unveiled details of its first property in Phuket.
Set to launch on 1 November 2015, the new Manathai…
Dubai expects over 100,000 rooms by 2020
A recent hospitality report published for The Hotel Show Dubai 2015 revealed that Dubai is leading Middle East and Africa for new hotel developments with 96 total projects and 36,523…
The UK agents’ guide to selling New Zealand
How is New Zealand performing in terms of UK visitor numbers? What are the projections for 2015?
The UK market has returned to growth and is performing well. For the year ending…
Rotana to open 11 new properties before end of 2015
Following the opening of new properties in Bahrain and Jordan so far this year, Middle East hotel operator Rotana Hotels & Resorts has confirmed it will open a further 11 hotels this…
St Regis to debut in India
Starwood Hotels & Resorts will launch its luxury St Regis brand in India later this year.
The existing Palladium Hotel in Mumbai is currently undergoing a rebranding and will be…
Starwood launches month-long Asia Pacific recruitment drive
Starwood Hotels & Resorts is embarking on a major recruitment drive in Asia Pacific.
The company will hold its first ever Starwood Careers Month in the region from 10 June to 9…
Motel One reports bumper Q1 results
Motel One, the budget design hotel chain, has revealed an 11% rise in operating profit in Q1, 2015.
The winner of Focus Magazine’s ‘Best Employer’ award also confirmed new openings…
Melia posts positive Q1 financial results
Meliá has doubled profits and improved in all regions, according to its Q1 financial results.
The company also saw a 14% growth in revenues and net profit attributable improved by…
IHG revPAR rises 6% in “strong” first quarter
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) experienced a global rise in revPAR (revenue per available room) in the first quarter of 2015.
The company's revPAR climbed 5.9% year-on-year in Q1…
Hyatt expands its GCC presence
Hyatt Hotels has rolled out a regional expansion strategy with new hotels across several of its brands.
At least nine new Hyatt-branded hotels are expected to open across the GCC by…
HMH to focus on Halal-friendly and family travel
The forthcoming Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2015 will see HMH – Hospitality Management Holdings focus on family travel and as well as the halal segment.
Laurent A Voivenel, CEO of…
Gaming decline hits Galaxy Macau profits
Macau's Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) experienced a sharp drop in revenues and profits in the first quarter of 2015, as income from the company’s casinos declined.
The group, which…
Best Western opens in Yangon’s Chinatown
Best Western has launched a new hotel in Yangon’s Chinatown district.
The new Best Western Chinatown Hotel is located in the centre of Myanmar's largest city and offers 91 rooms, all…
HMH highlight expansion plans
The Hospitality Management Holdings (HMH) will put the spotlight on a number of its new developments.
The Group will be participating at the forthcoming Arabian Travel Market (ATM).…
Starwood plots aggressive growth path in Europe
Starwood will expand its European portfolio by 30% over the next five years as it capitalises on strong growth opportunities in the mid market hotel tier in established and emerging markets,…
Hilton Worldwide expands its Middle East presence
Hilton Worldwide announced its intent to open three new Hilton Garden Inn hotels for Dubai and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).
This is in addition to its mid-market brand’s growing…
Starwood marks fifth year of deal increases
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has revealed 2014 was its fifth year of increased deal signings as it looks for expansion across the globe this year.
The hotel giant opened 74 hotels…
Marriott targets one million rooms
Marriott International said today that it expects its portfolio of hotels either open or under development to exceed one million rooms by the end of 2015.
This new target follows a…
Marriott International opens two new Residences
Addressing the growing importance of the extended stay segment, Marriott International announced the opening of its two new Residence Inn properties in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia.…
Quest’s Passport to 2015
As the sun prepares to set on 2014, our thoughts turn to the glowing horizon of 2015 and all it might reveal.
Predictions can be a dangerous thing, especially in the capricious world of…
Mövenpick opens new Samui resort
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has unveiled a new resort in Koh Samui.
Set on the Thai island's north coast, the Mövenpick Resort Laem Yai Beach Samui opened on 6 December 2014,…
Face to Face: Winnie Chiu, Dorsett Hospitality International
Why did Dorsett decide to open a hotel in London, particularly Shepherds Bush?
Dorsett Shepherds Bush is not just our first hotel in London but our first outside of Asia. It has a…
Ibiza aims to boost shoulder season with niche offering
Ibiza is hoping new British Airways flights and niche offering will extend its tourism season past the traditional summer months.
The Spanish island has already seen a boost during…
FRHI plans significant growth
FRHI Hotels & Resorts has revealed plans to significantly grow its hotel portfolio across five years in all three of its brands.
The hotel company, which operates the Fairmont,…
Hilton reaches milestone in China
Hilton Worldwide has reached a milestone in its Chinese expansion, with the opening of its 50th hotel in the Greater China region.
The Hilton Changzhou launched this week in eastern…
Face to Face: John Greenleaf, DoubleTree by Hilton
DoubleTree by Hilton appears to be expanding at quite a rate. What is your pipeline looking like now?
We recently opened a hotel in Islington which was our 10th in London. Since its…
Adagio continues its ME expansion
Doha welcomed its first Adagio Premium in this region. The Premium aparthotel concept is developed by Adagio and Accor specifically for the Middle East.
Accor HotelServices revamped…
Uganda gets its first Carlson Rezidor property
The Carlson Rezidor is keen to expand its presence in the Africa market. In light of its expansion, the hotel Group announced its first property in Uganda - the Radisson Blu Hotel…
Marriott’s Africa expansion gathers momentum
Marriott International has showcased its aggressive Africa schedule which is fast gathering momentum. The Group’s schedule namely is 30 property openings across the continent by 2020,…
The latest industry appointments
PHILIPPE CARETTI has assumed the role of vice president of operations for Marco Polo Hotels. He arrives at the Hong Kong-based hotel group with 22 years of experience, the last six of…
Oman tourism struggles to recruit
Tourism executives in Oman are calling for talented workers to drive sector growth, but often they find their calls unanswered.
"We are in need of Omani men and women who are willing…
Thomas Cook adds new Maharashtra stores
Thomas Cook India has expanded its nationwide network of travel stores with the launch of two new outlets in the state of Maharashtra.
The travel company unveiled the new 'Golden…
MORE THAN 200 JOB OPPORTUNITIES AT TRAVELODGE
Travelodge is looking to 206 new jobs across the country in the lead up to Christmas including 126 roles that need to be filled to support the opening of six new properties.
The new…
Millennium & Copthorne targets Chinese market
Recent statistics show that in 2013, 97 million Chinese travelled internationally with Dubai reaping benefits of this with 143,000 Chinese visitors in the first six months of the year.…
Brisbane tourism gears up ahead of G20
Brisbane’s tourism industry is getting a major boost ahead of this year’s G20 Summit which takes place in the Australian city later in the year.
Before 4,000 G20 delegates arrive on…
Marriott MEA posts Q2 growth
Marriott International’s Middle East and Africa (MEA) recently reported positive Q2 results. As per the report, RevPAR excluding Egypt improved 7% YOY and was driven by occupancy growth…
Aphrodite Hills confirmed as Sensatori
Thomson has confirmed the Cyprus hotel Aphrodite Hills will become a Sensatori for its summer 2015 season.
The resort will go through a multi-million pound refurbishment in time for…
Face to Face: Caroline Coyle, Las Vegas CVA
What have visitor numbers to Las Vegas been like recently?
Our numbers in the last several months have been phenomenal which is really exciting.
The average room rate is up…
Marriott plans European serviced apartment expansion
Marriott has plans to increase the number and awareness of its serviced apartment brands in Europe.
Speaking ahead of the Serviced Apartment Summit in London this week, the hotel…
Starwood boosts luxury portfolio in China
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has revealed plans to open four more luxury hotels in China this year.
The company is planning new additions to its St Regis, Luxury Collection and W…
The latest industry appointments
THOMAS HAGEMANN has been appointed to the newly-created position of vice president of future openings & special projects with the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group. He will now be…
Weather and LEGO Movie boost Merlin
Sunnier weather in northern Europe and the launch of ‘The LEGO Movie’ have helped Merlin Entertainments see 12% growth in the last three months year-on-year.
The attraction provider…
Hyatt profits jump in Q1 2014
Hyatt achieved a strong rise in profits in the first quarter of the year.
The hotel group generated pre-tax earnings of US$172 million in Q1 2014, 31.3% higher than the US$131m it…
HH Sheikh Maktoum Hasher Al Maktoum opens AHIC
The Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC) 2014 was officially inaugurated by HH Sheikh Maktoum Hasher Al Maktoum, executive chairman of SHUAA Capital and Chairman of Dubai…
Hilton’s DoubleTree opens in Dubai
Hilton Worldwide and DoubleTree by Hilton announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Residences Dubai in Al Barsha. The 359 room property is the first DoubleTree by Hilton…
Plaza Premium prepares European debut
Airport lounge provider Plaza Premium has set its sights on developing its European portfolio following the arrival of its new lounge at Heathrow in June.
The Hong Kong-based provider…
Accor reveals MGallery and Mercure plans for UK
Accor has announced new openings for its MGallery and Mercure brands in the UK.
New MGallery hotels are in the pipeline for Windsor, Cheltenham (pictured) and Aberdeen with openings…
Hansar opens third property in Thailand
Hansar Hotels & Resorts has unveiled its third property in Thailand.
Located on the country's Gulf coast, south of Bangkok and Hua Hin, Hansar Pranburi is a 17-room luxury villa…
Face to Face: Ian Scott, Dubai Tourism
Where do you start when it comes to Dubai? The destination has risen into a favourite in the British holiday choice but what is the perception and what is next? Travel Daily spoke to Ian…
Meliá plans ME Milan
Meliá Hotels International has announced it will open a new ME hotel in Milan next year.
The new hotel will open in a building designed by Aldo Rossi close to the Piazza della…
Onyx to reach portfolio milestone in 2014
Onyx Hospitality Group has said it plans to open six more Asian hotels in 2014, as it moves towards a portfolio milestone of 40 properties.
Following the recent launch of the Grand…
Marriott plans Moxy growth in Europe
Marriott International has announced plans for six new Moxy-branded hotels in Europe in the next two years.
The hotel company will add a total of 1, 469 rooms throughout Europe with…
IHG profits rise 10%
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) achieved a strong rise in profits last year, as it launched new brands and sold assets.
The world's biggest hotel company, in terms of room inventory,…
New appointments
CRISTINA POLO takes over as director of business development at Hospitality Management Holdings. She has over 15 years of strong experience in the field. Her last position was with The…
TI’ME announces regional expansion
TI’ME Hotels Management has added another three locations to its expanding portfolio of local and regional properties. New openings are planned over the next 18 months in Luxor, Qatar,…
Rezidor continues expansion in Middle East
The Rezidor Hotel Group is pressing on with its emerging markets growth strategy which yielded 32 project signings (6,400 rooms) and 14 hotel openings (3,300 rooms) in year 2013.…
Accor to double portfolio in Malaysia
Accor has unveiled a major expansion plan in Malaysia, where it intends to more than double its portfolio to 20 hotels by the end of 2015.
The European hotelier unveiled its plans in…
IBEROSTAR’s turnover rises 6%
IBEROSTAR Hotels & Resorts posted a 6% increase in turnover in 2013 compared to the previous year.
New openings in Mexico and South America as well as renovations in hotels in its…
City Seasons rolls out expansion plans
The City Season’s Group of Hotels have charted positive growth in the last nine years. The Group has grown from a single hotel apartment in Dubai to six hotels and suites in Abu Dhabi,…
Accor raises earnings target
Accor has increased its full-year earnings target for 2013, after revenues climbed across the group.
The European hotel giant said it now expects to generate earnings before interest…
Starwood looks to expand Middle East footprint in 2014
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc announced it opened 74 new hotels in 2013, resulting in approximately 16,200 rooms in 22 countries. The company is looking at expanding its…
Face-to-Face: Anthony McDonald
Travel Daily chats with Anthony McDonald, CEO, Boutique Hospitality Management Asia (BHMAsia), about the company's brands and future expansion plans...
Q) You currently…
Archipelago to roll-out NEO brand across Bali
Archipelago International is accelerating the roll-out of its Hotel NEO brand across Indonesia, with the addition of five new properties in Bali.
The company launched the new…
Ritz-Carlton to arrive in Nanjing
Ritz-Carlton has continued its rapid expansion in China with the signing of a new hotel in Nanjing.
Following an agreement with the Nanjing New Universe Real Estate Development Co,…
Face-to-Face: Jonathan Wigley
Travel Daily chats with Jonathan Wigley, CEO of the Absolute Hotel Services Group, about his group's rapid expansion and future plans for the development...
Q) AHS currently…
Loews eyes European development
Loews Hotels & Resorts is looking to build hotels in Europe as the US hotel chain continues to invest in new and renovated hotels.
The hotel group has already acquired three…
Domestic holidays up 9%
More domestic holidays were taken in England this July compared to last year, VisitEngland has revealed.
The new Great Britain Tourism Survey has found a 9% increase in domestic trips…
Steigenberger plots international expansion
German hotel chain Steigenberger Hotels has announced it will continue its expansion plans as the number of Brits that stay in its hotels grows.
Puneet Chhatwal, CEO of Steigenberger…
Marriott sees “solid” third quarter
Marriott International achieved a double-digit increase in profits in the third quarter of the year.
The US hotel giant generated net profits of US$160 million in the three months to…
Movenpick targets Asian market with F&B focus
Movenpick Hotels & Resorts is aiming to build on its culinary heritage to satisfy the Asian market.
Speaking to Travel Daily in Singapore recently, the Swiss hotel company’s…
Self-catering proves a hit for UK breaks
Yorkshire-based company Roomzzz Aparthotel has attributed its affordable and self-catering offering to a soaring rise in profits and revenue.
September 2013 has been named the firm’s…
30th anniversary for Courtyard
Courtyard by Marriott has attributed its 30 years of success to understanding business travellers as the hotel brand celebrates the milestone birthday this week.
The upper-midscale…
Atmosphere announces Indian Ocean plans
Atmosphere, a recently launched company owned by EON Resorts, has unveiled its plans for upcoming properties in the Indian Ocean, including an all-inclusive property in the Maldives.
The…
Face to Face: Peter Nilsson, Conrad Maldives
Conrad’s resort in the Maldives is famed for its size and isn’t afraid to try something new, with a submarine and underwater restaurant just some of what it offers. Travel Daily caught…
Ritz-Carlton plots Asian expansion
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company has outlined out a major expansion plan for Asia.
The company has announced several developments that will bring total number of properties in its…
Starwood inks deal with Demsa Group
St Regis Hotels & Resorts signed an agreement with Nisantasi Konaklama ve Otel Hizmetleri AS (Demsa Group) to open a St Regis hotel in Istanbul. This agreement also marks the foray…
Ritz-Carlton charts global expansion
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company has charted out a major expansion plan until 2016. The Company has announced several development initiatives that will bring total number of properties in…
The Anantara Elephant Polo – King’s Cup
September and October will be busy months for luxury hotel operator Anantara; with launches planned in Dubai and Siem Reap, both of which lie ahead of rebranding a just-acquired property in…
Viceroy sets New York opening
Viceroy Hotel Group has announced its New York hotel will open on 9 October.
The newly-built hotel will open in the heart of Manhattan with 240 rooms and facilities including a rooftop…
Marriott posts 25% growth for MEA
Marriott International Inc recently announced its performance for Middle East and Africa. The second quarter global results saw a 25% growth in net income over 2012. The Group also announced…
Tunisia tourism numbers on the rise
More British tourists are heading back to Tunisia now unrest in the country has settled.
Numbers from the Tunisian National Tourist Office said 54, 752 Brits visited Tunisia in June…
DoubleTree makes Poland debut
Hilton’s DoubleTree brand has made its debut in Poland as part of a renovation into the Lodz Film Studio.
The newly-built hotel will pay homage to Polish cinema throughout using film…
Face-to-Face: Kriengkrai Sojikul
As we know, Bangkok at present faces a looming oversupply of hotel accommodation, with new hotel openings on Sukhumvit Road or the CBD zone
Dubai’s hospitality market shines while others suffer
Dubai's hospitality market witnessed positive growth on all Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) through Q1 2013 compared to the same period last year, according to a report by Ernst &…
GHM to build more Chedis in Bali
GHM has unveiled plans to launch a two new Chedi-branded luxury resorts in Bali.
First to open this year will be the 261-room Chedi Sakala, on Benoa Beach. This will be followed in…
Hilton brings luxury brands to Asia Pacific
Hilton Worldwide has unveiled a major expansion of its luxury brands in Asia Pacific.
The company is planning a significant roll-out of its Waldorf Astoria and Conrad brands in the…
New World Hospitality rebrands to Rosewood
Hong Kong-based New World Hospitality will change its named to Rosewood, following its acquisition of the former US luxury hotel brand.
The company purchased Rosewood for US$229.5…
Travelodge expands in Spain, UK
Demand for cheap business accommodation is driving Travelodge’s expansion in the country, after announcing two new hotels.
The budget hotel chain has opened a hotel in Barcelona…
Room nights improve for SLH
Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) has seen a 6% increase in room nights booked during Q1 2012 year-on-year.
The rise in bookings is against a 4% drop in the average room rate,…
Banyan Tree announces China touring programme
Banyan Tree has launched a new programme in China to allow UK travellers to tour the country and visit various hotels during a stay.
The new scheme, which adopts a similar strategy to…
Expansion continues for DoubleTree
DoubleTree by Hilton has continued its expansion with several new openings in Europe and Australia.
The hotel brand is to make its Lisbon debut this summer by converting the Fontant…
Starwood to host Indochina Expo
Starwood Hotels & Resorts will hold its third regional Expo for Indochina in Bangkok this month, showcasing over 20 hotels from the three countries.
Taking place on 18 April 2013…
Eastin expands Easy brand in Thailand
Absolute Hotel Services (AHS) has announced plans to expand its midscale brand, Eastin Easy, in Thailand, with the launch of a new property in the resort town of Pattaya.
Scheduled to…
Le Meridien rolls out renovation strategy across MEA
Starwood Hotels & Resorts recently announced a comprehensive renovation strategy. Le Méridien and its ownership groups will invest more than US$200mn in the renovations of 13 hotels and…
AMResorts posts revenue growth
AMResorts has seen a 21% increase in revenue for 2012 year-on-year following entrances in