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The Ritz-Carlton Perth Deal Signals Confidence in Australia’s Tourism Future
AMTD has completed the acquisition of a 50% interest in The Ritz-Carlton, Perth, a move that expands its hospitality footprint in Australia and highlights growing confidence in premium hospitality assets linked to long-term tourism growth. (Read more…)
Dash Living Expands Hong Kong Footprint With Wan Chai Acquisition Amid Tourism Recovery
Dash Living has acquired 39 Morrison Hill Road in Wan Chai, formerly operating as BeLiving Youth Hub, and plans to transform the property into a hybrid hotel and serviced apartment. (Read More…)
Indonesia Targets Korean Travelers With Expanded Tourism Push at Seoul Travel Fair 2026
South Korea has long been a valuable source market for Southeast Asian destinations, and tourism boards across the region are competing aggressively for Korean travelers seeking premium experiences and short-haul international holidays. (Read More…)
China Tourism Rebound Accelerates as Visa-Free Travel Surges
China’s tourism rebound is accelerating again, with new data revealed at ITB China 2026 showing major growth in both inbound and outbound travel. (Read more…)
Raffles Hotel Le Royal’s Elephant Bar Named Among World’s Best Hotel Bars
The iconic Elephant Bar at Raffles Hotel Le Royal has earned global recognition from Food & Wine magazine. The Phnom Penh institution was named one of the “Best Global Hotel Bars” in the publication’s May 2026 issue, placing it among just 10 venues selected worldwide. (Read more…)
St. Regis Shanghai Unveils New Bund Suites and Art Residency
Positioned along the historic Bund waterfront, the renovated suites and new cultural programming reflect how luxury hotels are evolving beyond accommodation into curated lifestyle destinations for international and domestic travelers alike. (Read more…)
AI Travel Search Is Reshaping How Hotels Compete for Bookings
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how travelers discover and book hotels, creating a new digital competition that could reshape the hospitality industry. (Read more…)
BWH Hotels Debuts Aiden Surawong Bangkok, Bringing Boutique Style to the City
BWH Hotels’ expansion underlines a broader trend in Southeast Asia: major hospitality groups investing in boutique, lifestyle-driven brands to capture millennial and Gen Z travelers. (Read More…)
IHG Names Joanna Kurowska VP of Middle East & Africa Development to Drive Growth
In her new role, Kurowska will focus on key growth markets including Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Egypt, where she is expected to strengthen owner partnerships, accelerate development, and maintain IHG’s trajectory in one of the world’s fastest-growing hospitality regions. (Read More…)
The PuLi Group Names Dean Winter as CEO Amid Major Asian Expansion
The PuLi Group has announced Dean Winter as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 June 2026. Winter, a luxury hospitality veteran with over 30 years of experience—including his tenure as Managing Director of Swire Hotels—will steer the group through a transformative period of growth and innovation. (Read more…)
Radisson Hotel Group Strengthens Southeast Asia Growth Strategy with Armand Steinmeyer Appointment
Based in the region, Steinmeyer will oversee Radisson Hotel Group’s development strategy across Southeast Asia, focusing on new hotel signings, owner partnerships, market expansion opportunities, and commercially viable projects tailored to local market dynamics. (Read More…)
New World Phu Quoc Resort Marks Five Years as Family Travel Demand Grows
New World Phu Quoc Resort is marking its fifth anniversary with new stay packages, family-focused experiences, and expanded dining offerings. (Read more …)
Hyatt Place Tianjin South Railway Station Opens as Tianjin Expands Rail-Linked Hospitality Hub
China’s growing network of high-speed rail cities is reshaping where travelers stay, and Hyatt is betting on that trend with the opening of Hyatt Place Tianjin South Railway Station. (Read More…)
AYANA Bali Unveils Grand Ballroom, Redefining Island’s MICE Landscape
AYANA Bali’s new Grand Ballroom represents a major expansion of its MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions) capabilities. (Read More…)
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