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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.

Hilton
China
Development Opening

New Urban Oasis Resort: Club Med Urban Oasis Xianlin Nanjing

Club Med, the global leading brand in the "Premier All-Inclusive" vacation experience under Fosun Tourism Group, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of the world's first urban oasis resort, Club Med Urban Oasis Xianlin Nanjing Resort on October 18, 2023. On the same day, the Urban Vacation Development Forum, organized by Fosun Tourism Group, and the global launch of Club Med Urban Oasis, were held at Xianlin Nanjing Resort. Representatives from the government, culture, tourism, research, and related industries gathered to discuss the future of the urban vacation industry by focusing on the new trends in the domestic cultural tourism market.

Club Med
Nanjing, China
Press Release Sales & Marketing

HUALUXE Hotels and Resorts and Brand Ambassador Jingting Bai Invite Guests on An Immersive Journey of Traditional Chinese Elegance

HUALUXE Hotels and Resorts, joined by brand ambassador Jingting Bai and three esteemed cultural heritage practitioners, recently came together at HUALUXE Beijing Xinan for a captivating brand experience event, "Embracing Chinese Culture with HUALUXE". Seamlessly merging Chinese intangible heritage traditional crafts like tie-dye, shadow puppetry, and Kingfisher feather art with modern dance, the event offered guests a vibrant sensory immersion into Chinese culture and aesthetics. This year, remaining steadfast in its philosophy, all HUALUXE properties continue to infuse Chinese elegance with cultural heritage experiences, ensuring that the essence of China's rich cultural heritage is intricately woven into every HUALUXE stay.

IHG
China
Press Release Operations & Strategy

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.

IHG
China
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Press Release Technology

The Digital Factory China: Fueling Accor’s Growth in the Chinese Market

China leads the world in technological innovation, one of the most vibrant sectors within the country's thriving economy. As a leader in the hospitality industry, Accor recognizes the transformative power that digital technology can deliver for its guests, employees, and hotel owners. In 2021, Accor launched the Digital Factory China – an extension of the Group’s global Digital & Business Factory based in Paris, with a mission to deliver leading-edge solutions specifically for Chinese consumers.

Accor
China
Development Pipeline

Marriott International Signs Agreement with New Development Group to Bring EDITION Hotels Brand to Dali in Southwestern China

Marriott International, Inc. recently announced that it has signed an agreement with New Development Group to introduce the EDITION Hotels brand to Dali, a well-known travel destination in Southwestern China for its picturesque natural scenery, diverse ethnic culture, and vibrant nightlife. EDITION is a collection of individualized hotels, seamlessly balancing great design and true innovation to deliver a luxury lifestyle experience. Nestled on a hillside halfway up the Cangshan Mountain, The Dali EDITION, which marks the brand's third property in China, is expected to open in December 2025 and establish a new benchmark for the luxury hotel segment in Yunnan Province.

EDITION
Dali, China
Development Pipeline

Hyatt and Hongkong Land Announce Plans for Hyatt Centric East CBD Chengdu

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Hongkong Land today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Hongkong Land for a new Hyatt Centric hotel - Hyatt Centric East CBD Chengdu. Expected to open in 2025, the hotel's opening in the capital of Sichuan province will mark the entry of the Hyatt Centric lifestyle brand into China's southwest region. Hyatt's thoughtful expansion of the Hyatt Centric brand further bolsters Hyatt's commitment to enhancing its lifestyle portfolio in more sought-after leisure destinations.

Hyatt Centric
Chengdu, China
Development Pipeline

Minor Hotels Announces New Edition to the Anantara Brand in China

Minor Hotels and its joint venture partner in China, Funyard Minor JV Co., (China), announces the signing of Anantara Shaoxing Resort in northeastern Zhejiang Province. Perched on the slopes of Mount Kuaiji, the luxury resort developed in partnership with Shaoxing Lan Ruo Lake Real Estate Development Co., Ltd will be the first internationally-branded resort in the city of Shaoxing when it opens in 2024.

Anantara
Shaoxing, China
Press Release Development

Hilton Expands Network Effect in China with Signings Across Multiple Brand Categories

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has announced a number of new signings in China in the first half of this year, including Conrad Qingcheng Mountain, Hilton Shanghai City Centre, Hilton Shanghai Jing'an, Curio Collection by Hilton hotels in Yantai and Anji, Hilton Garden Inn Hangzhou Grand Canal and Hilton Garden Inn Chengdu Chenghua. Marking continued growth across multiple brand categories, these properties are strategically located in ancient capitals, cultural hotspots, vacation resorts and wellness retreats.

Hilton
China
Development Opening

300-Key Conrad Shenzhen Now Open

Hilton announced the opening of Conrad Shenzhen in the city's Qianhai business district, expanding the brand's global portfolio of elevated luxury offerings. Artfully imagined by world-renowned design firm YABU Pushelberg to embody "A Story of a Dreamer," the 300-room hotel takes guests on a reflective journey through modern art and calming aesthetics - lending a reprieve from the surrounding urban bustle. These distinct details are designed to engage the senses, which are further enhanced by Conrad's purposeful and intuitive service.

Conrad
Shen Zhen Shi, China