Maldives

The Maldives welcomed 1.29 million tourists by July 2025, marking a 9.5% increase year-on-year, with strong off-season growth. Read on for APAC hotel deal and development news.

High-spending tourists are helping support Thailand's tourism revenue. Plus hotel development news from Asia Pacific.

Fairmont Tokyo celebrated its grand opening as the brand's first Japan property, occupying the upper floors of the Blue Front Shibaura tower.

By expanding its exclusive Centara Grand and Centara Reserve brands, the group is advancing its goal to be a top 100 hotel company worldwide by 2027. And other hotel news.

Hilton partners with UOL Group to bring the first NoMad hotel to Singapore, opening on Orchard Road in 2027.

Industry forecasts suggest India's hotel occupancy will reach 70% this year, with room rates set to to cross the INR 10,000 mark in 2026.

Tourism is booming across Asia with hotels reporting high bookings for May Day Golden Week and companies like Ascott Limited expanding their portfolios. Thailand said it would continue its subsidy scheme for domestic tourists during the low season.

The first Hilton Garden Inn in the Philippines marks Primeworld’s expansion into the hospitality sector. And more hotel news from around Asia Pacific.

Ayala Land Inc. plans to invest over $500 million in expanding its hotel portfolio to 8,000 rooms by 2030, focusing on new developments, international partnerships, and upgrading existing properties.

Visitor arrivals to the Philippines increased in January, with South Korea remaining the top source despite a decline, while Cambodia expects more Chinese tourists in 2025.