Hyatt Opens First JdV by Hyatt Property in Southeast Asia
Singapore's Resorts World Sentosa will open The Laurus, a 183 all-suite hotel tied up with Marriott International. Plus more hotel deals and development news.
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Wyndham Opens 100th Days Inn Property in China
The 100th property in China is the Days Inn by Wyndham Shantou Jinping. Plsu, more hotel development news.
Ascott Limited Expands Crest Collection Across East Asia and Middle East
The Crest Collection expands globally with new properties like Le Clef Bangkok and first Saudi Arabia location in 2028.
Thailand Commits to Tourism Subsidy Despite Delay
Tourism is booming across Asia with hotels reporting high bookings for May Day Golden Week and companies like Ascott Limited expanding their portfolios. Thailand said it would continue its subsidy scheme for domestic tourists during the low season.
Kempinski and BTG Hotels Launch Partnership Growth Plan in China
Kempinski launched a multi-year investment plan to support the growth of the partnership with BTG focusing on expanding in China.
China's Room Rates Fall Despite Occupancy Gains
China rates soften while demand rises. Hotel groups expand across Asia-Pacific with new properties in India, China, Australia and Fiji amid mixed tourism trends.
Asia Pacific to See 813 Million International Travelers a Year by 2027
International visitor arrivals, under PATA's medium scenario, to Asia Pacific are projected to reach 813 million by 2027.
Vietnam Overtakes Singapore as Third-Most-Visited Country in Southeast Asia
Vietnam surpassed Singapore to become the third-most-visited country in Southeast Asia, with 17.5 million international arrivals in 2024.
Tourism Australia Projects $220 Billion Sector Value by 2030
Tourism Australia said the country's tourism sector will be worth $220 billion (Australian dollars) to the nation's economy by the decade's end.
BWH Hotels Focuses India Expansion on Secondary Markets
BWH Hotels is expanding in India with 21 new properties, targeting secondary markets, aiming for 100 hotels in five to seven years, and introducing its Aiden brand in Amritsar.