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Southwest brings Starlink ultra-fast WiFi onboard
Thursday, 19th February 2026
Southwest Airlines is taking inflight connectivity to new heights with Starlink, to bring the fastest WiFi in the sky this summer...
Hilton expands its portfolio in Makkah
Wednesday, 18th February 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Makkah Aziziyah and Wirgan Al Noor, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, now welcoming guests in the Holy City...
Forbes Travel Guide’s 2026 Star Award winners—Including the world’s first Five-Star cruise
Monday, 16th February 2026
From Abu Dhabi to Zurich, the 68th annual luxury hospitality awards celebrate the finest hotels, spas, restaurants, ocean cruises and cruise restaurants...
Swiss-Belhotel strengthening its brands in Batam, Indonesia
Monday, 16th February 2026
Swiss-Belhotel International continues to accelerate its expansion in Indonesia’s island tourism sector with the recent signing of two new resort management agreements: Māua Kapal Kecil by Swiss-Belhotel and Villa Riahi by Swiss-Belhotel...
IHG to debut its luxury lifestyle brand, Kimpton in Qatar
Sunday, 15th February 2026
Iconic boutique lifestyle brand to transform a landmark property, marking a significant expansion for IHG’s luxury and lifestyle portfolio in the Gulf...
ALIS 2026 Takeaways: A Hotel Investment Landscape Defined by Liquidity, Caution, and a Race for Differentiation
Saturday, 14th February 2026
The 2026 ALIS Conference made one thing clear: the hotel industry is navigating an unusual moment where capital is plentiful, deal flow is scarce, and the operating landscape is rapidly and constantly shifting...
Nobu announces the debut of Nobu Hotel, Residences, and Restaurant Maldives
Friday, 13th February 2026
Developed in partnership with Sarat International, located in the province of Laamu Atoll on the private island of Munyafushi, this landmark project marks Nobu's first venture into the Maldives...
H World launches new Hanting Inn brand
Friday, 13th February 2026
H World Group Limited announced the launch of Hanting Inn, a new economy hotel brand designed to address evolving travel needs while supporting scalable, asset-light growth...
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection earns industry-first Five-Star Rating from Forbes Travel Guide
Friday, 13th February 2026
Ilma, the brand's second ultra-luxury yacht, is recognized as the world's first Five-Star Cruise Ship in the 2026 Star Awards...
Wishing our readers a prosperous Year of the Fire Horse ahead!
Friday, 13th February 2026
2026 is the year of the Fire Horse, it is viewed as a year of optimism and opportunity, with strong public and investor confidence pointing towards economic growth, particularly driven by AI advancement...
Ascott signed a record 19,000 units across 102 properties in 2025, 27% year-on-year growth
Thursday, 12th February 2026
Advances multi-typology brand expansion into more than 10 new cities in Asia Pacific and Europe, including lyf in Wellington and Ascott in Taipei...
Isles of the Dragon – Labuan Bajo 2026 market update
Thursday, 12th February 2026
This market update provides an overview of the tourism and hospitality industry in Labuan Bajo: Known for their unique wildlifes, pristine marine environment, and the gateway to Komodo National Park, Labuan Bajo is popular among domestic and overseas visitors...
Capella at Galaxy Macau opens
Thursday, 12th February 2026
Capella at Galaxy Macau has officially opened, this exceptional property represents a rarefied expression of hospitality within Galaxy Macau, Asia's highly awarded luxury resort...
Global Hotel Investment Outlook 2026
Thursday, 12th February 2026
Improving liquidity dynamics for hotel sector even as operating performance is more uneven​...
Hilton continues rapid growth in Türkiye with new signings across four brands
Thursday, 12th February 2026
Further boost for Hilton’s lifestyle brands which now represent nearly 20% of Hilton’s Turkish pipeline, with two additional Tapestry Collection by Hilton properties slated for Istanbul...
Asia Pacific Cap Rates Report - Q4 2025
Wednesday, 11th February 2026
APAC real estate is showing steady growth, supported by easing interest rates and consistent sectoral demand...
IHG to bring its premium brand, voco to Lucknow, India
Wednesday, 11th February 2026
The 135-key hotel in the prime Ashiyana area will add to IHG’s growing portfolio in a key state capital...
Minor introduces Avani Hotels & Resorts brand to Wollongong, New South Wales
Tuesday, 10th February 2026
Opening in 2027, Avani Wollongong Hotel marks the brand’s first new-build property in the state and a milestone in Avani’s growing footprint across Australasia...
Localization in early stages lifts guest spend for 92% of Thailand hotels
Tuesday, 10th February 2026
Insights reveal how integrated, tailored guest experiences and digital partnerships are helping Thai hotels stand out amid rising regional travel...
PATA and Outdoor Lodging enter strategic partnership to advance Asia Pacific Sustainable Tourism
Monday, 9th February 2026
The Pacific Asia Travel Association and the Asia-Pacific Outdoor Lodging Association (APOLA) have entered into a formal partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)...
Sofitel debuts in the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Monday, 9th February 2026
Strategically located in the prestigious Ar Rahmaniyyah neighbourhood, the hotel reflects the ambitions of Saudi Vision 2030, contributing to the Kingdom's transformation through world-class hospitality, international connectivity and the development of large-scale business and cultural events...
Marriott signs multi-property agreement accelerating expansion in Vietnam
Sunday, 8th February 2026
Marriott announces a landmark signed agreement with Masterise Group to open four hotels, with one branded residence, in Vietnam, adding close to 1,900 keys to the group's portfolio...
Changi Aviation Summit 2026 Speech – Willie Walsh, IATA Director General
Saturday, 7th February 2026
2025 was a good year for the airline industry, although I think it's fair to say that every year looks good after the dreadful experience of going through the COVID crisis...
Tourism in focus: Beyond the Beaten Track
Friday, 6th February 2026
Beyond the algorithm, a travel revolution is unfolding and with 91% of Asia Pacific travellers heading off the-beaten-track, rural tourism is transforming local economies...
Inaugural Art Basel Qatar opens in Doha, launching a new chapter for the global fair
Friday, 6th February 2026
Art Basel opens its first-ever fair in the MENASA region (Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia), marking a significant new chapter in its global evolution and for the international art market...
S Hotels & Resorts reimagines two iconic UK hotels
Thursday, 5th February 2026
S Hotels and Resorts has unveiled the revitalised look of two flagship UK assets – Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh and The Grand Hotel Leicester, marking a new chapter for both landmarks under The Unlimited Collection brand by The Ascott Limited...
L&R unifies hotel portfolio under new Iconic Hotels & Resorts brand
Thursday, 5th February 2026
L&R has launched Iconic Hotels & Resorts, a new global owner-operator brand that brings together the heritage of Iconic Luxury Hotels and L+R Hotels...
JTB Group unveils its long-term vision for the next decade
Thursday, 5th February 2026
JTB Group has unveiled 'OPEN FRONTIER 2035,' and the vision positions JTB as a frontier (leading-edge) enterprise that brings together people, places, businesses, and possibilities to create connections and generate new value for society...
Loews Hotels announces Americana by Loews Hotels in Texas
Thursday, 5th February 2026
The company's third hotel in the Entertainment District of Arlington marks a milestone for Loews as a developer, owner, and operator...
Second Andaz opens in Shanghai
Wednesday, 4th February 2026
Located in the heart of Shanghai's heritage district, this stunning new luxury hotel offers fabulous views across the vibrant and bustling metropolis...
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