Regent Hotels returns to Melbourne after 28 years, International chains face fierce local rivalry in China and more...

Regent Hotels returns to Melbourne after 28 years
Thursday, 22nd May 2025

IHG has reinforced its leading position in Luxury & Lifestyle hospitality in Australia by signing a major long-term agreement with Salter Brothers.

Several high-profile IHG hotels will be rebranded and repositioned within the company’s portfolio of luxury brands – with Regent Hotels & Resorts set to return to Australia after 28 years when Regent Melbourne (below) completes its transformation from InterContinental Melbourne in 2030 >>

China: International chains face fierce local rivalry in this evolving landscape
22 May 2025 : Increased domestic travel, increased disposable income, urbanization, government tourism promotion programs, better infrastructure, and the expansion of foreign business travel are the main factors propelling China's hotel market >>

Europe hotel transaction news - May 22, 2025
22 May 2025 : Hotel news and transactions from around the European region: Brookfield acquires Generator Hostels, Real IS acquires Barceló Raval in Barcelona from Union Investment and more >>

Wyndham to launch 100 Super 8 hotels across Saudi Arabia in 10-year deal
22 May 2025 : Exclusive development agreement supports KSA's Vision 2030 while helping make travel more accessible throughout the Kingdom >>

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Rise of Boutique Hotels Reshapes Singapore’s Hospitality Investment Landscape
Thursday, 22nd May 2025

Singapore's real estate investment landscape has seen good progress despite economic uncertainties, particularly in the hospitality sector.

As the city-state evolves as a global financial hub and premier tourist destination, boutique hotels are capturing the attention of savvy investors.

Often housed in historic shophouses or buildings, these properties represent a unique intersection of heritage preservation, luxury hospitality, and smart investment strategy >>

Chinese Culture Guides Millennial Green Travel
As sustainability takes centre stage in the industry, an emerging focus is on how travellers themselves can make a difference through pro-environmental behaviour (PEB) >>

In case you've missed it: Global eNewsletter of May 21, 2025
Rosewood opens its fourth property in Mexico, Beyond Green announces addition six new members and more >>