Shangri-La debuts its 10th JEN property globally, IHG expands Luxury & Lifestyle footprint in Thailand and more...

Shangri-La debuts its 10th JEN property globally
Wednesday, 19th August 2026

Shangri-La announced the debut of JEN by Shangri-La brand in Hangzhou with the soft opening of JEN Hangzhou by Shangri-La.

As the Group’s 10th JEN property globally, the hotel is designed as a lively hub for travellers and the local community to connect, exchange ideas and explore the city from a fresh perspective >>

Asia Pacific cap rates report Q2 2026
18 Aug 2026 : Selective growth amid global uncertainty: Asia Pacific cap rates remained broadly stable in Q2 2026, supported by resilient occupier demand and continued investor focus on high-quality assets >>

Southeast Asia tourism update, August 18, 2026
18 Aug 2026 : Business confidence continues to be challenged in Thailand and Cambodia, as the Thai Chamber of Commerce reports its business confidence index has fallen to a 35-month low >>

IHG expands Luxury & Lifestyle footprint in Thailand
18 Aug 2026 : 150-key Kimpton Phang Nga Natai Beach to open in 2028 and signing grows brand presence to over 150 open and pipeline hotels globally >>

MICE Show Asia 2026 expands exhibition space
18 Aug 2026 : MICE Show Asia 2026 will return to the Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore, bringing together destinations, venues, MICE suppliers, meeting planners, corporate travel professionals and buyers to build partnerships and explore business opportunities across Asia Pacific >>

HIGHLIGHT ARTICLE

Digital Marketing Decoded: Budgeting 101
Wednesday, 19th August 2026

Digital marketing budget recommendations for growing direct bookings and revenue, and from evolving acquisition channels to rising distribution costs, hotel marketing teams have a lot to consider this budget season.

Building a successful digital marketing budget for your hotel requires strategic investments in the channels and tactics that allow you to drive direct bookings away from OTAs and nurture long-term revenue growth >>

The Real Secret to Out-Servicing Your Competition
The real secret to out-servicing your competition is recognizing that products are commodities and creating a customer experience, especially after the sale, that builds trust, validates the customer’s purchase decision, and keeps them coming back >>

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