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Rosewood Adding Properties in 5 Countries

Rosewood Hotels is expanding globally in 2025 with new luxury properties in Japan, Mexico, Qatar, Amsterdam, and London, offering luxury accommodations, dining, and wellness experiences.
Alan Woinski | 6 days ago
Asia-Pacific

Asia-Pacific Hotel Pipeline Hits a Record High

Hotel construction in the Asia-Pacific region (excluding China) reached record highs in Q3 2024, with India, Vietnam, and Thailand leading the market, and a robust forecast for new openings through 2026.
Alan Woinski | 3 weeks ago
Asia-Pacific

Hyatt Opens Its First Urban Alila Resort in China

Hyatt has launched Alila Shanghai in the Jing'an area, marking the first Urban Alila Resort-style hotel in Greater China, featuring 186 rooms, luxury amenities, and exclusive access to Zhangyuan.
Alan Woinski | 2 months ago
Asia-Pacific

Asia’s Largest Hard Rock Hotel Will Open in Malaysia

Asia's largest Hard Rock Hotel will open in 2027 at Genting Highlands' King's Park, featuring 1,001 rooms and various amenities as part of a larger entertainment and business district project.
Alan Woinski | 2 months 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

Business Travel Grows in APAC

Strong passenger demand, in-person events, and positive industry momentum are driving business travel growth, with global passenger demand up 9.1%, hotel occupancy nearing 70%, and steady travel demand expected through the next quarter.
Alan Woinski | 3 months ago
Asia-Pacific

Marriott Announces New Properties in Malaysia and India

Marriott International opened its 50th property in Malaysia, the Penang Marriott Complex, featuring three hotels, while announcing plans to shift six Samhi Hotels in India to managed operations by October 2024.
Alan Woinski | 3 months ago