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Train of Glamour Joins EHL Alliance as First Chinese Member, Marking New Era for Luxury Rail Travel
Train of Glamour will collaborate with EHL on service standards, talent programs, and culinary experiences for its 80-guest Silk Road Express.
HITEC TOKYO Held for the First Time in Japan
The world's largest hospitality tech conference establishes its first Asian presence through a partnership with RX Japan.
Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton introduces leadership team shaping the next chapter of Carlton
The hotel is Carlton's first internationally branded property, with leadership emphasizing community integration and local partnerships.
HVS Asia Pacific Hospitality Newsletter - Week Ending 10 April 2026
Newsletter covers major Tokyo hotel sales totaling billions in yen and South Korea's new visa policies to attract Chinese repeat visitors.
Minor Hotels Signs Anantara's First Resort and Urban Hotel in India
Minor Hotels targets 50 properties in India within a decade, adding Anantara's first resort in Coorg (2028) and urban hotel in Kolkata (2032).
Thailand Reaffirms Its Position as a Safe and Welcoming Destination for Global Travellers
Centara Hotels Resorts promotes Thailand as a stable travel destination amid global uncertainty, highlighting safety standards and cultural experiences.
Chedi Hospitality Announces Strategic Partnership with JIH Global Investments to Enter the Maldives with Boutique Hotel and Branded Residences
Chedi Hospitality partners with JIH Global to develop its first Maldives property featuring both boutique hotel and branded residences.
Hong Kong poised to reclaim its position as a leading global tourism destination
WTTC research shows Hong Kong visitor arrivals down 22.9% from 2018 peak, with recommendations to diversify beyond mainland Chinese visitors who comprise 76% of arrivals.
HVS ANAROCK MONITOR, March 2026
India's hotel sector posted strong March performance with occupancy above 75% and double-digit ADR growth driven by wedding, MICE, and corporate demand.
Hilton joins the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program in Singapore
All four Hilton properties in Singapore are now accredited, with staff trained to recognize the Sunflower symbol and assist guests with autism, chronic pain, or sensory sensitivities.
Centara Hotels & Resorts and OR partner to Launch New Budget Hotel Brand
Centara and OR will invest THB 700 million to develop six budget hotels adjacent to PTT stations, with 69-120 rooms priced from THB 800-1,300 per night.
IHG Introduces Garner Hotels to Greater China
IHG's 14th brand in Greater China targets the growing conversion market with flexible renovation models and has already opened in Beijing's 798 Art District.
Swiss-Belhotel International Accelerates Indonesia Expansion
Swiss-Belhotel signed multiple management contracts across 8 Indonesian cities in Q1 2026, targeting 530 operating properties globally by 2033.
Atwell Advances Its Footprint in Greater China with “New Territorial Home”, Deepening Its Lifestyle Positioning
IHG's lifestyle brand opens its second Greater China property in Hefei, with plans to expand into Suzhou, Nanjing and Guangzhou.
IHG Hotels & Resorts to bring luxury hospitality to the heart of Delhi with signing of InterContinental Eros New Delhi Nehru Place
The 216-room property will reopen in 2029 after renovation, marking IHG's continued luxury expansion in India with 89 hotels in development.
HVS Asia Pacific Hospitality Newsletter - Week Ending 27 March 2026
Regal Oriental Hotel sold at 7.8% discount to valuation for conversion to student housing, while Southside by Ovolo fetched HKD500 million.
Amora Hotels and Resorts commence $73million transformation of Adelaide landmark
Amora Hotels will take over and transform the Adelaide city center property with a $73 million renovation completing in mid-2027.
A.S Hotels Signs Wyndham Garden Khajuraho Airport Road in Partnership with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
The 92-key property will be strategically positioned near UNESCO World Heritage monuments and is scheduled to open in Q3 2027.
IHG Hotels Resorts Focuses on Three Leading Commercial Engines to Build a New Business Travel Ecosystem
IHG launches three commercial engines in Greater China to capture business travel recovery, combining network expansion with digital tools and loyalty benefits.