Fairmont Enters Japan Market With Tokyo Property
Fairmont Tokyo celebrated its grand opening as the brand's first Japan property, occupying the upper floors of the Blue Front Shibaura tower.
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RJJ Hotels Partners with Jin Jiang for Southeast Asia Growth
Fliggy forecasts strong Dragon Boat Festival travel rebound while Accor transforms Shanghai's Peace Hotel into Raffles.
Mixed Findings From the U.S. Hotels State of the Union Report
CBRE's April 2025 report shows short-term rentals gaining market share as Google travel searches decline, suggesting potential slowdown in 2025 travel demand.
U.S. Hotel Occupancy for Mid-April Drops
Multiple hotel companies announced property openings globally, including Peachtree Group receiving USCIS approval for a SpringHill Suites in Utah.
Hotel REITs See Softer U.S. RevPARs
Marriott plans a dual-branded AC Hotel and Moxy Hotel in Dallas, while other hotel companies announce global openings and renovations.
Why Tariffs May Raise Some Costs for U.S. Hotels
Richie Karaburun, clinical associate professor at NYU, is worried. But the hospitality industry continues growth with new hotels, acquisitions, and expansions across the US and Europe despite tariff concerns.
Thailand Casino Bill Delayed Amid Opposition
Thailand postpones casino bill debate amid opposition, while major hotel groups including IHG, Accor, and BWH expand across India.
Thailand Expects 38 Million Tourists Despite Myanmar Earthquake
Thailand’s tourism ministry is maintaining its forecast for foreign tourist arrivals at 38 million for 2025.
AI-Powered Hotel Set to Open This Summer in Las Vegas
The world's first AI-powered hotel, Otonomus Hotel, featuring 303 suites and cutting-edge amenities, is set to open in Las Vegas in summer 2025 as Growth Holdings’ debut resort.
India to Add One Million Hotel Rooms by 2029
India's organized hotel industry is set to exceed 3 million rooms by 2029, driven by religious tourism, rising incomes, infrastructure projects, and major airport developments.