The three-month trial launches January 2026, targeting families who struggle with packing seasonal clothing and oversized luggage for Japan trips.
Australian hotels lag in AI readiness despite growing demand, but can succeed by partnering with tech experts rather than building in-house expertise.
The article focuses on predictive analytics and machine learning applications for demand forecasting and competitor analysis, with Australian hotels reporting 15% booking increases for July-August.
Warburg Pincus will invest up to ₹960 crore in Fleur while acquiring APG's 41% stake, creating separate asset-light and ownership platforms.
The year saw record hotel signings of 47,000 keys and industry consolidation through acquisitions, but faced challenges from airline disruptions and mixed GST reform impact.
India's hotel sector hit 72-74% occupancy in November 2025 with ARR growth of 15-17% month-over-month, driven by metro cities like Pune and Chennai.
Six operating Wink properties converted to Unscripted by Hyatt, expanding Hyatt's Vietnam portfolio from four to ten hotels with 2,000+ rooms.
The new Bellaguna brand targets international homeowners seeking year-round residences with hotel-level management and optional rental income.
Thailand's international visitors fell 7.25% year-over-year to 31.9 million through November, with Chinese arrivals down 34% as competition intensifies in Bangkok's 83,000+ key hotel market.
Post-pandemic Thailand faces 83,000+ rooms in Bangkok alone with 751 more keys opening by 2025, driving strategic repositioning over organic recovery.
The Shanghai expo will feature 2,200+ exhibitors across five halls, with new sustainability and smart retail zones plus 80+ industry forums.
CoStar data shows Perth hotels hit record ADR and RevPAR levels during cricket matches, with Adelaide bookings at 96.1% ahead of the third Test.
China's tourism sector contributes $1.9TN to the economy with 15.8% annual growth, expected to become the world's largest travel market by 2031.
Five Hampton by Hilton hotels totaling 350+ keys will open across Amritsar, Vrindavan, Raipur, and Lonavala within two years under a licensing deal with NILE Hospitality.
Holiday Inn launches its next-generation design centered on "connection" with over 250 hotels now open and in pipeline across Greater China.
Swire Hotels' managing director discusses the company's 'Houses, not Hotels' philosophy, expansion to 15-18 properties by 2030, and growth in Chinese domestic travel demand.
Paradise Resort implemented HiJiffy's AI platform achieving 531 bookings worth AUD $750K through automation, with 82% guest engagement on WhatsApp messaging.
The author reflects on AI applications while attending the CX Malaysia conference as a keynote speaker.
The family-founded brand operates two properties with a third planned, positioning itself as Sri Lanka's newest luxury boutique collection focused on nature-based experiences.
Melbourne hotels achieved record November RevPAR of AUD201.05 (+8.6%), driven by Melbourne Cup Carnival and Oasis concerts.