The Maldives Sees 9% Tourism Growth
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.
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Wyndham Partners With Ovolo Group for Five-Property Deal
Wyndham and Ovolo said five Ovolo hotels across Australia and Hong Kong will become Wyndham franchises. Plus, more hotel deals and development news.
Asia Pacific Sees a Slowdown in Hotel Openings
Tribe Hotels from Accor has opened its first property in Phuket, Thailand, with the launch of Tribe Phuket Patong. And more hospitality development news.
Japan Records 21.5 Million Foreign Visitors in First Half of 2025
Japan recorded 21.5 million foreign visitors in first half of 2025, breaking previous record of 17.78 million in 2024.
Hyatt Plans 90 Asia Pacific Hotels Over 5 Years
Asia hotels report: India down 20% because of spring jitters. Across APAC, Hyatt, Hilton, and IHG expand with 90+ properties.
IHG to Debut Kimpton Brand in Malaysia
Kimpton Naluria Kuala Lumpur will debut by end of 2025. The hotel industry sees major renovations with Hyatt Regency Austin's $150M upgrade and a Barbados luxury relaunch.
India International Visitor Spending Hits Record High
International tourism revenue in India soared to $36.8 billion in 2024, marking a 9% increase above pre-pandemic levels.
Hilton Signs Two Hotels at Delhi International Airport
Hilton announces partnership with Delhi International Airport Limited to open Waldorf Astoria and Hilton Hotels at GMR Aerocity.
Hyatt Launches Unscripted Brand for Essentials Portfolio
New Unscripted by Hyatt brand focuses on collection-style approach as company expands select service offerings.
RJJ Hotels Partners with Jin Jiang for Southeast Asia Growth
Fliggy forecasts strong Dragon Boat Festival travel rebound while Accor transforms Shanghai's Peace Hotel into Raffles.