Wyndham Partners With Ovolo Group for Five-Property Deal
Wyndham and Ovolo said five Ovolo hotels across Australia and Hong Kong will become Wyndham franchises. Plus, more hotel deals and development news.
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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.
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.
Thailand Tourism Revenue Holds as Visitor Mix Shifts
High-spending tourists are helping support Thailand's tourism revenue. Plus hotel development news from Asia Pacific.
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.
North Korea Opens Wonsan Kalma Coastal Tourist Zone
North Korea tourism is a topic again. China hotel RevPAR down 7.7% YoY. Thailand faces more tourist cancellations. Macau hotel sold. And more hotel news.
Megaworld Signs Philippines Hotel Deal With Accor
In the Philippines, Megaworld Corporation announced an agreement with Accor to improve its local hotel operations.
Vietnam to Get $1.6 Billion Coastal Resort and New Five-Star Hotel
Vingroup Corporation started construction of Lang Van resort at the foot of Hai Van pass (DaNang, Vietnam) with an investment capital reported at about $1.6 billion USD.
Hyatt Launches Unscripted Brand for Essentials Portfolio
New Unscripted by Hyatt brand focuses on collection-style approach as company expands select service offerings.
Leela Owner Schloss Bangalore Cuts IPO Size Before May 26 Listing
The Leela owner, Schloss Bangalore’s IPO dreams are still alive, but not as grand as before.