Groundbreaking and Construction
Crystal Symphony set to go into drydock
Luxury cruise line Crystal announced that its vessel Crystal Symphony will enter drydock for a scheduled three-week refurbishment of select areas in November 2025.
Philippines’ Marcos: Let development of Sangley Airport be unimpeded
Philippine President Ferdinand R Marcos Jnr ordered relevant government agencies to fast-track the development of Cavite’s Sangley Airport.
Minor Hotels breaks ground for Singapore’s first-ever Avani property
Global hospitality firm Minor Hotels marked yet another milestone with the groundbreaking ceremony of its first Avani property in Singapore.
Explora Journeys marks milestones in Genoa as the EXPLORA III floats out
MSC Group’s luxury brand Explora Journeys continues to redefine the future of ocean travel, recently marking three milestones in its history.
Diriyah Company awards Arena Block construction contract to Chinese engineering firm
Diriyah Company formally awarded a contract worth $1.53 billion (SAR 5.75 billion) to a branch of the China Harbour Engineering Company Ltd for the construction works of the Arena Block, a district that includes the multi-purpose indoor Diriyah Arena, three mixed-use office buildings, and a parking facility.
Aloft Surabaya Pakuwon City to open in August 2025
Indonesia’s Pakuwon Group and Marriott International announced that the new Aloft Surabaya Pakuwon City officially opens on 22nd August.
The Imperial Hotel, Kyoto reveals guestroom concepts rooted in tradition
Slated to open in Spring 2026, The Imperial Hotel, Kyoto presents the exquisite aesthetic of its guestrooms, showing a design concept that melds traditional sensibilities with contemporary comfort.
Highgate names Pete Sams as its new president
Hotel management, investment, and development firm Highgate announced that Pete Sams took the helm as its new president yesterday, 7th July.
Banyan Group comes away with 15 wins at the Asia-Pacific Property Awards
Pioneering Thai hospitality developer Banyan Group reaffirmed its renown among Thailand’s premier property developers by taking home 15 top honours in the prestigious Asia-Pacific Property Awards 2025-26.
WorldHotels brings a new branded residences development to Ho Chi Minh City
WorldHotels expands its presence in Vietnam with the recent signing of Essensia Sky and Parkway Saigon WorldHotels Residences.
Imperial Hotel Kyoto to open in spring 2026
Premier Japanese luxury hospitality brand Imperial Hotel announced the upcoming opening of the Imperial Hotel, Kyoto in spring of next year.
Hotel101 Madrid is the official hotel partner of the Spanish Grand Prix
Hotel101 Global announced on Friday, 6th June, that Hotel101 Madrid is the official hotel accommodation partner for the Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix.
Alaminos Sky Garden to boost tourism into Philippine region of Northern Luzon
President Ferdinand R Marcos Jnr led the ground-breaking for the PHP249.8-million Sky Garden project in Alaminos City, Pangasinan on Friday,
The Lux Collective and Adanté Realty introduce SOCIO by The Lux Collective
Global hospitality group The Lux Collective and Adanté Realty jointly announced the official launch of SOCIO By The Lux Collective, the first-ever hotel & branded residences in Sultan Haitham City.
IHG and Salter Brothers to deliver several luxury and lifestyle hotels in Australia
IHG Hotels & Resorts recently reinforced its leading position in Luxury & Lifestyle hospitality in Australia by signing a major
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