Why Asia’s cities are the new battleground for branded residences, Club Med expands brand presence in Canada and more...

Why Asia’s cities are the new battleground for branded residences
Wednesday, 17th December 2025

Urban branded residences have crossed a critical threshold and what was once a resort-driven, lifestyle-led niche has become one of the most competitive and capital-intensive segments of Asia’s real estate market.

The pipeline tells the story. Asia’s branded residences market now represents approximately US$30.7 billion in projects under development or announced, with urban locations accounting for more than 53 percent of the total >>

Club Med expands brand presence in Canada
17 Dec 2025 : The new upscale 'ski-in/ski-out' resort, located just steps away from the charming village of Tremblant, marks a major expansion for the brand in Canada following the success of Club Med Québec Charlevoix >>

Lotte consolidating ownership of flagship US hotel
17 Dec 2025 : Lotte Hotel & Resorts said Monday it will acquire the land beneath The New York Palace Hotel, securing full ownership of one of its most prominent overseas assets and eliminating long-term lease risks tied to the site >>

Moxy Hotels debuts in Nepal
17 Dec 2025 : Moxy Hotels announced its debut in Nepal with the opening of Moxy Kathmandu, a city that thrives on contrasts, blends ancient heritage with modern buzz, youthful energy and deep-rooted spiritual calmness >>

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How to Transform Revenue Management from Revenue Growth to Total Profit Optimization?
Wednesday, 17th December 2025

Recently the world panel of revenue management experts were asked a very important question: how to transform revenue management into profit leadership? >>

Hotel Discovery in the Age of AI, Part 10: AI and Luxury Brand Positioning: Staying in the Consideration Set
In luxury hospitality, brand strength has traditionally been built through service excellence, design, narrative consistency, and reputation among discerning travelers >>

In case you've missed it: Global eNews of December 16, 2025
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