Indonesia
The Chedi Club Ubud launches first hot air balloon adventure in Bali
The Chedi Club Ubud has launched the latest adventure option in Bali by introducing a 50-metre-high hot air balloon ride over its panoramic rice fields and the lush tropical forests of Ubud.
Meliá Hotels opens second Sol House brand in Indonesia
Spanish hotel group Meliá Hotels International has opened a second property in Bali, Indonesia, under its Sol House brand, marking the hotel group’s commitment to expansion in the region.
Swiss-Belhotel reveals ambitious global plan with up to 70 hotels in the pipeline
Global hospitality management chain Swiss-Belhotel International has revealed its ambitious expansion plan of launching at least 60 new hotels and resorts worldwide in the next few years.
Go-Jek makes international debut with $500 million in its pockets
In the coming months, daily commuters in Southeast Asia will soon get the chance to join the Indonesian way of travel as Go-Jek expands into Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, and the Philippines. With Uber now out of sight, the company looks to be seizing the moment to capture the market in the region.
Inspired by lunar phases, Capella Ubud rethinks the wellness journey
Capella Ubud Bali, a hidden sanctuary in the heart of Bali’s rainforest, will launch its Auriga Wellness signature treatments inspired by natural organic products and treatments drawing on the energies of the lunar cycle.
“Yes I can service ethos and 100% satisfaction guarantee” the driving force behind Radisson Blu Bali
Located 20k from Ngurah Rai International Airport, Radisson Blu Bali Uluwatu, the debut resort from the company on the Indonesian island, is all set to fling open its doors to the public. And with its 5 July Grand opening fast approaching, I spoke to general manager Björn-Henning Buth to pick his brains on what he thinks will drive the new hotel to success in one of the world’s most popular and exotic destinations.
Haven Group unveil SGD 288 million deal for Lagoi Bay Bintan
The Haven Group has announced it has made a deal worth SGD 288 million (IDR 2.88 trillion) with Indonesian building contractors Total Bangun Persada Tbk (TOTAL) and the Yunnan Construction Investment Holding Group (YCIH) from China, to develop The Haven Lagoi Bay Bintan resort.
Swiss-Belhotel International signs MoU for new property in Riau Islands
Swiss-Belhotel International has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with PT Soma Jaya Sakti for the development and management of Swiss-Belhotel Karimun, Riau Islands.
Did Sabre just score a new distribution deal with one of Asia’s biggest airlines?
Hot on the heels of last week’s news that Sabre had renewed its GDS agreement with Vietnam Airways, the travel-tech company has now released news of its new content distribution agreement with Indonesia’s Lion Air.
HARRIS Hotel & Conventions Malang unveils 26 new pool villas
Following news of the latest additions to its range of eco-friendly accommodations POP! Hotels and the opening of a new Harris Hotel in Java both coming in February, Indonesia's Tauzia Hotel Management has now announced the launch of HARRIS Villa.
Small Luxury Hotels of the World announces five new hotels this April
Small Luxury Hotels of the World, a collection of over 500 hotels in more than 80 countries, has added five new hotels to its portfolio including two ocean-front hotels in Dubrovnik, a wellness retreat in Spain, a sustainable hotel in China, and a beachside paradise in Bali.
Beyond the slopes: Why Swiss partnership is a “win-win” for WebBeds
After announcing details of a new partnership with Switzerland Tourism designed to seduce Asian tourists to the country, WebBeds has revealed it hosted its first two travel trade workshops with the agency, shining a spotlight on the country’s wealth of year-round attractions and activities.
MICE is nice: The top 4 meetings and events locations in Jakarta
Cited as the world’s number one most popular location per tag stories and the eight most posted cities by Instagram in 2017, Jakarta’s tourism industry has traditionally been powered by the country’s domestic market, with the capital pulling visitors from all over Indonesia. And up until now the city has not had the appeal of Southeast Asian neighbours Bangkok, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.
Pair of aces: Klook double down on USD$60 million investment
With news of Klook’s successful round of series C funding, coming at the end of last year, where the in-destination platform secured US$60 million (the largest deal of its kind) to expand their global presence, founder Ethan Lin asserted the company’s intention to develop new products to achieve this aim.
Zest Hotels expands budget concept all across Indonesia
Swiss-Belhotel International unveils plans to triple portfolio of affordable hotels by the end of the decade, with many new destinations in the pipeline.
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