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Asia-Pacific
Gaming in Thailand Wouldn’t Bring Immediate Benefits to Hotels
Maybank Securities forecasts significant revenue potential for Thai gambling complexes, but warns of initial profitability challenges and limited tourism industry benefits. -
Asia-Pacific
Thailand’s PM Pushes for Six-Nation Visa for Southeast Asia
Thailand’s Prime Minister proposes a six-nation visa to enhance regional tourism, potentially extending visa validity to 90 days, with a target of 80 million foreign tourist arrivals by 2027. -
Asia-Pacific
Maldives Saw Resort Revenue Drop in 2023
The Maldivian tourism sector experienced a significant revenue decline last year, with resort revenue dropping by $529 million and total tourism revenue decreasing from $5.4 billion to $5 billion, attributed partly to a shift towards guesthouses over traditional resorts. -
Asia-Pacific
Accor Plans 30 New Hotels in India
Accor plans to expand its Indian portfolio by introducing 30 new hotels, adding 5,500 rooms over the next 3-5 years, and is set to open luxury hotels including Sofitel Jaipur Jawahar Circle and Raffles Jaipur. -
Asia-Pacific
India Sees Double-Digit Room Rate Growth
In February 2024, major Indian hotel markets experienced near double-digit ADR growth and slightly higher occupancy rates, with notable increases in Hyderabad and Goa despite occupancy dips, and overall performance surpassing February 2019 levels. -
Asia-Pacific
Hilton Plans 75 Hotels in India
Hilton aims to triple its India portfolio to 75 hotels in three to four years, expanding into emerging markets like Ayodhya and introducing luxury brands, with a focus on tier-I markets and the growing wedding segment. -
Asia-Pacific
India Hotel Investment Activity Recap
India’s hospitality sector in 2023 saw a record investment of $401 million, marking a near fourfold increase from 2022, with robust growth in hotel transactions, signings, and openings, particularly in tier-two cities, and an optimistic revenue growth forecast for FY2025 driven by spiritual tourism. -
Asia-Pacific
Thailand Is Considering Casinos
Thailand’s legislature is considering legalizing casino resorts, anticipating a potential increase of US$12 billion in tourism revenue. -
Asia-Pacific
Cambodia’s Tourism Rebound Strategy Is Focusing on Chinese Visitors
Cambodia’s tourism, rebounding to 82.5% of 2019 levels in 2023, aims to boost Chinese visitation, focusing on initiatives including potential mutual visa-free policies and increased flights. -
Asia-Pacific
Shanghai Will Get a Mirage by MGM Hotel
Tishman Speyer partners with Diaoyutai MGM Hospitality to open Mirage by MGM Shanghai in 2027 within a new mixed-use tower at The Springs, featuring luxury rooms and upscale amenities.