Minor plans US$1.1 billion expansion
Thailand’s Minor International plans to invest 40 billion baht (US$1.13 billion) over the next five years in a major expansion… Read More »Minor plans US$1.1 billion expansion
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Marriott luxury in historic Japanese city
Marriott International, Inc. and Japan’s leading real estate development company Mori Trust Group announced a plan to open JW Marriott Hotel Nara, Japan in the… Read More »Marriott luxury in historic Japanese city
Aloft Brand coming to Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced it has signed an agreement with Mr. Rashid Al Abbar to open a… Read More »Aloft Brand coming to Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah
First Grand Hyatt for Chengdu, China
Hyatt Hotels Corporation opens Grand Hyatt Chengdu in the capital of Sichuan province in Southwest China. The first Hyatt-branded hotel… Read More »First Grand Hyatt for Chengdu, China
The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the launch of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, a global collection of unique and independent stay… Read More »The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Marriott opens Courtyard by Marriott, Raipur
Marriott’s 14th property for the brand in India, Courtyard by Marriott, Raipur is the second for the brand in the… Read More »Marriott opens Courtyard by Marriott, Raipur
Hotel Nikko Naha Grand Castle rebranded to DoubleTree by Hilton Naha Shuri Castle
Hilton Worldwide and DoubleTree by Hilton signed a management agreement with Ryukyu Hotel Resort Naha to re-brand Hotel Nikko Naha Grand… Read More »Hotel Nikko Naha Grand Castle rebranded to DoubleTree by Hilton Naha Shuri Castle
Hard Rock increases footprint across Asia
Early in March in Hong Kong, Hard Rock International announced that it is launching an expansion into China and Asia… Read More »Hard Rock increases footprint across Asia
First Element for Yinchuan
Starwood Hotels and Resorts will launch its Element brand in Yinchuan, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region in China. Due to open 2021,… Read More »First Element for Yinchuan
The 13, lucky for some
Louis XIII Holdings Limited announces that it is officially naming its Macau hotel “THE 13” and releases the first images… Read More »The 13, lucky for some
New look and added style for The Kensington, London
Following an extensive renovation, The Kensington, has re-launched. The majestic property sits in the heart of South Kensington, and comprises… Read More »New look and added style for The Kensington, London
Starwood announces nine more for Florida
Specialty Select brands from Starwood announce its increasing footprint across Florida, USA with the addition of six new Aloft hotels,… Read More »Starwood announces nine more for Florida
Shangri-La, Doha opens its doors
Shangri-La celebrates its newest opening with the Shangri-La Hotel, Doha. A blend of Middle Eastern and East it promises to… Read More »Shangri-La, Doha opens its doors
Greater Seattle gets more Four Points
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announces the opening of Four Points Seattle Airport South, the brand’s second hotel in… Read More »Greater Seattle gets more Four Points
Le Méridien set for Rome
Le Méridien will open in Rome, marking the brand’s re-entry into Italy. Le Méridien Visconti Rome is scheduled to debut… Read More »Le Méridien set for Rome
Marriott signs five in Japan
Marriott International and Japan’s leading lodging company Mori Trust Group announced the signing of five hotels in Japan under the… Read More »Marriott signs five in Japan
Sheraton accelerates growth in Asia Pacific
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, part of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, announced accelerated growth plans for Asia Pacific, continuing its… Read More »Sheraton accelerates growth in Asia Pacific
Hard Rock trio for Brazil
Hard Rock International plans to expand its portfolio with three new hotels in Brazil – the Hard Rock Hotel Brasilia,… Read More »Hard Rock trio for Brazil
Holiday Inn Express opens in Newfoundland
InterContinental Hotels Group opens the new-build 120-room Holiday Inn Express & Suites St. John’s Airport hotel in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada. It… Read More »Holiday Inn Express opens in Newfoundland
Rezidor announces two hotels in Riga
Rezidor announces two Park Inn hotels in Riga – further strengthening the group’s position in the capital city of Latvia.… Read More »Rezidor announces two hotels in Riga