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Minor Hotels to Add 300 Properties by 2027

Minor Hotels plans to exceed 850 properties by 2027, expanding globally with nearly 300 new hotels, a more balanced portfolio, and a focus on key markets like North America, North Asia, and India.
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Sri Lanka Sees Marriott and Radisson Expand

Sri Lanka aims to attract three million tourists in 2024, with new hotel developments and significant growth in Indian visitors leading the way.
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The Standard Debuts in Singapore, Yotel Debuts in Japan

YOTEL opened its first Japanese hotel in Tokyo’s Ginza and plans further growth across Asia and the Middle East, while The Standard launched its Singapore property offering stylish rooms, a rooftop pool, and signature dining.
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Two New Casino Resorts Planned for Manila

Tycoon Manuel Villar Jr. plans to open his first casino in Manila by 2025, investing $1 billion in two integrated casino resorts, with the first located at Vista Mall Global South in Las Pinas and the second in the Villar City development.
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Sri Lankan Billionaire Plans Two Luxury Hotels by 2025

Sri Lankan billionaire Dhammika Perera plans to open two luxury hotels, a JW Marriott in Negombo and a Ritz-Carlton in Mirissa, by the end of 2025 after delays due to economic downturn.
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One of the Worst Hotel Ideas in Macau Ever

Alongside a relatively strong projected occupancy rate this summer, one of Macau’s most notable hotel failures has reopened its doors despite bankruptcy.
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Banyan Group to Open Kyoto Hotel in Q3 2024

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto, opening Q3 2024, will be Banyan Tree's first Japan hotel, featuring 52 guestrooms, a spa, and two dining options.
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ITC Shareholders Okay Hotel Spin-Off

ITC shareholders approved the company's plan to spin off its hotel business, retaining a 40% stake, with overwhelming support from minority shareholders.