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Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands Is Getting Even Bigger

Las Vegas Sands increased the Marina Bay Sands expansion budget to US$8 billion for a new fourth tower with its own casino, luxury suites, arena, and more, with construction starting in mid-2025 and opening in 2031.

Alan Woinski | 1 month ago

Asia-Pacific

Leela Owner Files for an IPO

Schloss Bangalore, owner of The Leela hotel chain, has filed for a US$599 million IPO to fund expansion and debt repayment, with Morgan Stanley, BofA Securities, JPMorgan, and Citi managing the issue.

Alan Woinski | 2 months ago

Asia-Pacific

IHG Signs Deal for First Kashmir Hotel

IHG Hotels & Resorts will open its first hotel in Kashmir, voco Srinagar, in late 2026, featuring 95 rooms, diverse dining, and meting facilities – marking the sixth voco hotel in India.

Alan Woinski | 5 months ago

Asia-Pacific

Malaysian Budget Hotels to Raise Rates 30%

Malaysian budget hotel owners are raising room rates due to increasing operational costs and taxes, amidst pressures from unlicensed accommodations.

Alan Woinski | 8 months ago

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.

Alan Woinski | 8 months ago

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.

Alan Woinski | 8 months ago

Asia-Pacific

Seibu Prince Is Creating a New Membership Program and Unifying Its Brand

Seibu Prince Hotels will offer a consolidated membership program and unify its brand identity under a single brand.

Alan Woinski | 10 months ago

Asia-Pacific

Chinese Outbound Travel Expected to Surge to Visa-Free Destinations

China’s outbound travel bookings for the upcoming Chinese New Year holidays have surged more than 10 times compared to the previous year.

Alan Woinski | 10 months ago

Asia-Pacific

$750 Million Expansion of Las Vegas Sands’ Marina Bay Sands in Singapore

Las Vegas Sands’ Marina Bay Sands in Singapore’s expansion plans received another increase. Marina Bay Sands said they launched the second phase of its significant reinvestment program.

Alan Woinski | 11 months ago

Asia-Pacific

Banyan Tree Celebrates 30th Birthday With a Rebranding

Banyan Tree Group is celebrating its 30th anniversary with the change in name to Banyan Group. The company said the brand shift reflects the group’s evolution into a dynamic, multi-brand hospitality powerhouse.

Alan Woinski | 11 months ago