Chinese Hotel Operators Expand Footprint in Hong Kong
Here's a roundup of hotel deals and development in Asia Pacific for July 29th, 2025.
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Ennismore Signs Deal To Bring Mama Shelter Brand To Bangkok
Ennismore signed a deal with Thailand’s Platinum Group to introduce the Mama Shelter brand to Bangkok around 2029. Plus, more hotel development news.
Asia Pacific Sees a Slowdown in Hotel Openings
Tribe Hotels from Accor has opened its first property in Phuket, Thailand, with the launch of Tribe Phuket Patong. And more hospitality development news.
Thailand Delays Tourist Fee Implementation Until 2026
Thailand's Ministry of Tourism and Sports delays tourist fee until 2026, citing external uncertainties and tourism demand assessment.
Japan Records 21.5 Million Foreign Visitors in First Half of 2025
Japan recorded 21.5 million foreign visitors in first half of 2025, breaking previous record of 17.78 million in 2024.
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.
Hotel101 Becomes First Filipino Company to List on Nasdaq
Asian hospitality updates: Macau hotel occupancy rises, new openings in China/Japan, casino developments across region.
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.
IHG's Voco Brand Hits 100 Hotels
IHG Hotels & Resorts celebrated the milestone of 100 open hotels for its voco brand within just seven years. Plus, other hotel news.
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India International Visitor Spending Hits Record High
International tourism revenue in India soared to $36.8 billion in 2024, marking a 9% increase above pre-pandemic levels.