Phuket

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's Ministry of Tourism and Sports delays tourist fee until 2026, citing external uncertainties and tourism demand assessment.

Vietnam experienced a 30% increase in international tourist arrivals in 1Q25, year-over-year. That puts it sixth globally and first in the APAC region. Plus hotel development news...

STR data indicates China's hotel market continues to struggle with a 3.1% RevPAR decline despite facing an easy comparison to last year's significant 21.1% drop.

Hilton partners with ROX Group to open the first Tru by Hilton properties in Vietnam, marking the brand’s Asia debut.

Riyaz partners with Jin Jiang Hotels to expand five brands across Southeast Asia, signing first management agreement for Metropolo in Luang Prabang, Laos.

Industry watchers expect Hong Kong to see at least single-digit growth in the number of mainland tourists over the five-day Labour Day Golden Week.

The Singapore Tourism Board is shifting its tourism focus to value over volume as part of its Tourism 2040 roadmap.

Cambodia saw a 13.3% year-on-year rise in January tourist arrivals, led by Thailand, Vietnam, and China, with a 2025 forecast of up to 7.5 million visitors.

Minor International plans to expand in the U.S. with an Anantara hotel by early next year, driven by The White Lotus' success, which has boosted bookings at its Thai resorts.