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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.
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Repositioning for Value: The Strategic Role of Hotel Turnarounds in Thailand
Post-pandemic Thailand faces 83,000+ rooms in Bangkok alone with 751 more keys opening by 2025, driving strategic repositioning over organic recovery.
Register Now for HOTEL & SHOP PLUS 2026 in Shanghai
The Shanghai expo will feature 2,200+ exhibitors across five halls, with new sustainability and smart retail zones plus 80+ industry forums.
The Ashes Tour pushed Perth occupancy to 96%, Adelaide rooms nearly fully booked
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.
WTTC Recognized China’s Strategic Initiatives Driving Growth in Travel & Tourism
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.
Hampton by Hilton Set for India Expansion with First Five Hotel Signings in Partnership with NILE Hospitality
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 Commemorates 50 Years in Greater China, Unveils its Next-Generation Brand Evolution
Holiday Inn launches its next-generation design centered on "connection" with over 250 hotels now open and in pipeline across Greater China.
Aahaasa Collection Debuts in Sri Lanka: a New Circuit of Soulful Boutique Sanctuaries - Transformative Odysseys Shaped by Landscape, Culture, and Emotion
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.
November events boosted Melbourne hotel performance, December looks promising
Melbourne hotels achieved record November RevPAR of AUD201.05 (+8.6%), driven by Melbourne Cup Carnival and Oasis concerts.
Japan Brief: Hotel and Retail Sectors to Remain Resilient Despite Decrease in Chinese Visitors
CBRE analysis shows diversified visitor base and weak yen will offset Chinese travel restrictions, with European, US, and Australian tourists providing stronger spending power.
Is hotel compression back in Australia?
Australia leads Asia Pacific with 84% of submarkets showing RevPAR growth, driven by occupancy increases rather than rate hikes, while compression patterns shift from midweek corporate to weekend leisure demand.
Sunway Hotels & Resorts Partners with Saxon Renewables to Let Guests Take Control of their Carbon Emissions
Sunway's programme lets guests voluntarily offset emissions through certified projects, targeting 500 tonnes offset in year one with full rollout by Q1 2026.
Accor marks International Day of Persons with Disabilities with milestone progress in inclusive employment
Accor has hired 35 people with cognitive disabilities across Australia through its Diversity Pathways program, partnering with Flinders University.
Centara Reveals Strong ESG Progress as it Accelerates Long-Term Sustainability Strategy and Reinforces Position as a Responsible Tourism Leader
Centara achieved 35% GHG reduction and 30% water savings while securing GSTC certification for all 42 properties by 2025.
The Leading Hotels of the World Holds its 59th Annual Convention in Bangkok, Thailand
The three-day event brought together leaders from 425+ independent luxury hotels to explore AI, generational shifts, and global trends affecting hospitality.
Accor wins three Major Awards at 2025 HM Awards
Accor's Adrian Williams was named Australasian Hotelier of the Year while the company claimed Accommodation Chain of the Year for the fourth consecutive time.
Accor Launches Australia’s First National Silly Sock Day to Support Women and Children Escaping Domestic Violence
Accor will sell 5,000+ limited-edition socks across Australian hotels with all proceeds funding additional beds in domestic violence shelters.
Raffe Hotels and Resorts Launches Malolo Lailai Community Trust in Fiji
The trust will fund education, health, environmental, and emergency relief projects through guest donations matched dollar-for-dollar by the hotel group.
Centara Hotels & Resorts and NUO International Forge Strategic Alliance to Drive Global Expansion
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, and NUO International Hotel Management Co., Ltd., recently signed a strategic Letter of Agreement to collaborate on brand development and international expansion. This landmark partnership represents a powerful alliance between two leading hospitality brands and a meaningful exchange between “Chinese Service” and “Thai Hospitality,” aimed at delivering exceptional experiences to global travellers.The signing ceremony, held at NUO Hotel Beijing, was attended by senior executives from both organisations, including Mr. Thirayuth Chirathivat, Chief Executive Officer of Centara Hotels & Resorts, Mr. Michael Henssler, Chief Operating Officer, alongside Mr. Jack Xia, Managing Director – Centara China, Mr. Tyrone Tang Ming, General Manager of NUO International, Mr. Andy Xu Jia, Deputy General Manager, and Ms. Yuki Qu Jing, Vice President of Marketing.
Centara and Nuo Hotels
GBTA and Visa Study Outlines Path to Stronger Corporate Travel Programmes in India’s Rapidly Growing Market
India’s business travel market is one of the fastest growing globally, with annual spend reaching $37.2 billion USD in 2024 and projected to increase 15.5% for 2025—more than double the expected global growth rate of 6.6%*. And as business travel continues to grow within India, corporate travel management, technology adoption, corporate card programs and payment practices are increasingly important ─ and companies must address critical gaps that could impact their cost control and compliance efforts.