Accor’s expansion of new-era airport hotels taps into rapidly ascending travel sector
Australia’s largest hotel operator, Accor, is taking off with a new breed of hotels that are helping transform airport precincts into dynamic mini-cities.
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Accor Continues to Transform India's Hospitality Sector through Strategic Expansion
Following a landmark year for Accor in India in 2023 with a record-breaking signing of eleven strategic hotels and the opening of six key hotels across the country, the Group is set to unveil more strategic hotel announcements in 2024 to further solidify its position as one of the largest international hotel groups by rooms in India.
Courtyard by Marriott Bali Nusa Dua Resort Is a Home to Bali's Longest Pool
Courtyard Nusa Dua is proud to highlight its distinction as the host of Bali's longest pool within the prestigious ITDC Complex (Indonesian Tourism Development Center), Nusa Dua. Surrounded by lush greenery and nestled in the heart of Bali's exclusive enclave, Courtyard Bali Nusa Dua Resort invites guests to experience unmatched luxury and leisure.
The Vietage by Anantara Unveils All-New Luxury Railway Journey
The Vietage by Anantara today announces the introduction of a second railway carriage, which will operate a daily return journey between Nha Trang and Quy Nhon commencing its first journey on 15th May 2024.
Why Luxury Hotel Brands are Hot on India
India is becoming a top destination for luxury and ultra luxury hotel companies, driven by a surge in domestic travel and the growing affluence of the Indian middle and upper classes.
Strategies for success in China's changing luxury market
Following the government's declaration of relaxed anti-pandemic measures in late 2022, experts predicted that China's luxury market would revive in 2023. Despite a slow start, the market is showing optimistic signs of revival. LVMH's Asia sales, for instance, increased by 14% in the first quarter of 2023, with China accounting for almost 80% of the company's regional revenues.
Accor franchise team achieve 10,000 keys in the Pacific
Accor Pacific, Australia and New Zealand’s largest hotel operator, is thrilled to announce a significant milestone in the success of its franchise hotel operations in Australia and New Zealand. The company now partners with 120 hotels (over 10,000 rooms) across a diverse portfolio of hotels, apartments, and resorts.
Unlocking the Potential of the Extended-stay Hotel Segment in India
Extended-stay hotels are one of the fastest growing segments globally, but it remains a relatively niche offering in India. Read on to know more.
S Hotels & Resorts embarks on major renovation and brand uplift for SAii Resorts in Southern Thailand
S Hotels and Resorts PCL, the global hospitality company from Singha Estate PCL, has announced a major USD 27 million renovation of its resorts in Thailand and Fiji, including an investment of more than THB 500m (approx. USD 14.2m) to reimagine the design, facilities and guest experiences at its three SAii Resorts in Thailand – SAii Phi Phi Island Village, SAii Laguna Phuket, and SAii Koh Samui Choengmon – and FJD 28.5m (approx. USD 12.5m) to upgrade Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort.
Hilton Expands Franchise Model in Greater China to Include its DoubleTree by Hilton Brand
Hilton (NYSE: HLT), the fastest-growing hospitality company in Asia Pacific, announced the expansion of its franchise model in Greater China into the upscale full-service segment, with the inclusion of its award-winning DoubleTree by Hilton brand. The company announced 19 new franchise projects across its Hilton Garden Inn and DoubleTree by Hilton brands, including signings and intentions to sign, spanning key cities and emerging destinations such as Beijing, Shanghai, Haikou, Nanchang, and Zhangzhou.
Experiential Hotels – Pioneering a New Era in the Indian Travel Industry
A growing affinity towards experiential travel in India has given rise to the concept of experiential hotels, which offer guests stays that transcend the cookie-cutter hotel experience. Read on to know more.
Crowne Plaza Launches MEETINGS WITHOUT BOUNDARIES for Flexible and Diverse Gatherings
Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts, a part of IHG Hotels & Resorts(IHG), is launching a groundbreaking MEETINGS WITHOUT BOUNDARIES, a concept for the Greater China market, capitalizing on the rising demand for domestic cultural tourism and “BLEISURE” travel. Leveraging the group’s advantages and expertise in experiences and destinations, MEETINGS WITHOUT BOUNDARIES satisfies the needs of the modern business traveler that seeks a quality lifestyle and cutting-edge innovation.
Booking.com Reveals The Contrasting World of Caution And Confidence For LGBTQIA+ Travellers in 2023
New research released today by Booking.com reveals that more than four in five (85%) LGBTQIA+ Kiwi travellers feel they must consider their personal safety and wellbeing when picking a destination, a significant increase from 58% in 2022.
JLL sees sustainable growth in Singapore’s co-living market
Singapore's nascent co-living market is currently fragmented and small compared to other established markets, but will create significant opportunities for investors and operators in 2023 and beyond. According to JLL (NYSE: JLL), the market has the potential to expand by close to 3,000 keys by the end of 2023, building on the 9,000 rooms currently managed by 20 active co-living providers, as consumers seek more affordable and flexible housing options.
Hospitality industry in Singapore – respect as a driving force
A respectful and empowering work culture is essential to success, particularly in the hospitality sector. Oscar Postma, General Manager of Conrad, offers valuable insights into fostering such a culture in Singapore's growing hospitality industry. This article explores his proven strategies and firsthand experiences in building trust, effective communication, and promoting accountability.
HVS Monday Musings: Leisure Markets – Hotel Sector’s Relentless Growth Engine
Leisure travel is growing relentlessly, with a paradigm shift that more and more tourists are looking to explore lesser-known, uncharted regions. Read on to know more.
Jaipur's Hospitality Sector in the Pink of Health
As one of UNESCO’s ‘City of Crafts and Folk Art,’ Jaipur has a rich culture and vibrant history. The city has a beautiful landscape full of forts, havelis, and palaces, which is further complemented by the oldest mountain range in India, the Aravalli Hills. Surrounded by popular tourist spots like Ajmer, Alwar, and Dausa, among others, Jaipur is a major hospitality hub in the country, popular with domestic and foreign travelers alike, and is often regarded as the pinnacle of Indian hospitality. Jaipur, in fact, earned its well-known moniker, the Pink City, when Maharaja Sawai Ram Singh II, painted the entire city pink in 1876 in preparation for the arrival of the Prince of Wales as a sign of hospitality.
Mandarin Oriental Singapore to Undergo Significant Transformation, Temporarily Closing Its Doors
Mandarin Oriental, Singapore, the iconic hotel that first defined luxury in Singapore’s Marina Bay in 1987, is temporarily closing its doors to undergo a six-month transformation. Re-opening in September 2023, the hotel will offer a brand-new look and feel.
China: The next big market for soft-branded hotels?
The global hospitality industry is awash in hotel brands. There are currently 970 hotel brands in the market. There is at least one hotel brand for each of the 26 letters of the English alphabet. Unfortunately, this dizzying array of variety and noise makes it difficult for the lay consumer to recognize very many of them, and undoubtedly poses a problem for individual establishments, many of which are preparing for the return of international travel as the industry moves forward from the pandemic.
By Elisa Chan, Associate Director of the Centre for Hospitality and Real Estate Research, The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)
HVS Monday Musings: Airport Hotels: A Growing Trend in India
Airport hotels - properties located near or within airport premises - are becoming increasingly common around the world, including in India. The concept, which was first introduced in the US in the early 1930s to provide convenient accommodation for airline crew and passengers, has emerged as an important sub-segment in the hotel industry in recent decades. As in other countries, airport hotel supply took off in India as airport infrastructure improved.
By Dipti Mohan and Mandeep Lamba