STR: Asia Pacific 2017 hotel performance
Hotels in the Asia Pacific region reported positive results in the three key performance metrics during 2017, according to data from STR.U.S. dollar constant currency, 2017 vs. 2016Asia Pacific
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Vietnam Works On 16 Million Foreign Tourists In 2018 | tourism-review.com
In 2017, Vietnam received 73 million domestic visitors and nearly 13 million foreign tourists, an increase of nearly 30% on year-on-year basis, with a turnover of approximately 510,000 billion dôngs (EUR 18.3 billion). An unprecedented rise.
"Welcoming nearly 13 million foreign tourists in Vietnam in 2017 and a three million year-over-year increase is a new record in Vietnam's tourism sector," said Nguyen Van Tuan, head of the National Tourism Administration.
According to him, 2017 was the first year of implementation of the Political Bureau's resolution No. 08-NQ / TW to make tourism a leading economic sector. 2017 was also an important milestone in achieving the resolution's target of 17 to 20 million foreign tourists by 2020.
Mövenpick Vietnam expansion as new central coast property is signed
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts is accelerating its expansion drive in Vietnam after signing a deal to manage the Mövenpick Resort Lang Co on the country"s tropical central coast.
World Travel Awards lands in Vietnam ahead of Grand Final 2017
The travel industry's leading awards programme is preparing to welcome the elite of global hospitality to Vietnam for its Grand Final 2017.The red carpet event will take place the evening of Sunday 10th Decemberalongside the World Spa Awards, at the glamorous JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay – with hundreds of industry leaders from across the region and around the world in attendance.World Travel Awards Founder and President, Graham E. Cooke, said: "This is the final stage of our Grand Tour 2017. We have toured the world during our seven regional Gala Ceremonies, and now we welcome the pinnacle of international hospitality to Vietnam to compete for the global titles."With just a few short days to go until the event, we are putting the finishing touches in place and I look forward to greeting our guests on Sunday at the fabulous JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay for what, I know, will be a night to remember."Enviably situated on the pristine island of Phu Quoc, JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay is a hidden gem off Vietnam's south coast. Famed architect Bill Bensley has designed the resort to pay homage to the fictional historic Lamarck University, with a whimsical ambiance that is utterly unique."We are extremely proud and honoured to host both the 24th annual World Travel Awards Grand Final and the 3rd annual World Spa Awards at the incredible JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay," said Ty Collins, General Manager at JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay."A lush resort that is a destination unto itself, JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay embodies the academic narrative across its enriching experiences of true luxury. As a host of the two prestigious events, we look forward to celebrating the pinnacle of the both the global tourism and spa industry during a spectacular Gala Ceremony event at our hotel resort."World Travel Awards was established in 1993 to acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence across all sectors of the tourism industry.Today, the World Travel Awards brand is recognised globally as the ultimate hallmark of quality, with winners setting the benchmark to which all others aspire.Each year World Travel Awards covers the globe with a series of regional gala ceremonies staged to recognise and celebrate individual and collective successes within each key geographical region.World Travel Awards Gala Ceremonies are widely regarded as the best networking opportunities in the travel industry, attended by government and industry leaders, luminaries, and international print and broadcast media.For more information about World Travel Awards, please visit the official website www.worldtravelawards.com
Plans Announced for Four Seasons Hotel Hanoi at Hoan Kiem Lake
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, the world"s leading luxury hospitality company, and BRG Group, the leading private multi-sector business group in Vietnam, will open a new Four Seasons hotel in the heart of Vietnam"s capital city. Located within the historic downtown, Four Seasons Hotel Hanoi at Hoan Kiem Lake will offer the latest in luxury hospitality in this important global city.
Sherwood Suites Saigon Opens In Ho Chi Minh City
Sherwood Suites, a plush apartment-only property in a prime location near the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, aims to offer travelers luxury and flexibility as it celebrates its grand opening this month.
Brett Burton has been appointed as Area General Manager at Banyan Tree and Angsana Lang Co, Central Vietnam
Banyan Tree and Angsana Lăng Cô, under the management of the Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts, has appointed Brett Burton as the area general manager of the two beachfront resorts located within the world-class integrated resort Laguna Lăng Cô in Central Vietnam.
Paul Smart has been appointed as Executive Chef at Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi has named Australian Paul Smart as the hotel’s new executive chef. Prior to joining the landmark Hanoi property, Smart was the executive chef at SO Sofitel Bangkok for five years, where he was crowned winner of the Iron Chef Thailand TV program in 2012 and 2013.
Club Med to open its first resort in Vietnam
Club Med, the pioneer of the Premium All-Inclusive holiday concept, has announced plans to open Club Med Ho Tram, its first resort in Vietnam. Located in Vung Tau Province, in southern Vietnam, the premium resort is located near Ho Chi Minh City and is a 90 minute drive from Ho Chi Minh international airport. Guests will also have easy access to the new resort once the new and upcoming Long Thanh International Airport is completed. A premium holiday resort for families and other guests, Club Med Ho Tram is scheduled to open in 2021 and will offer guests an unprecedented cultural and natural experience.
InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72 - highest Vietnam hotel - now open
HG has announced the opening of InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72 in Hanoi, Vietnam, perched atop the towering Keangnam Landmark72 from the 62nd to 71st floors, InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72 is now welcoming guests to enjoy one of the 359 sophisticated and luxurious rooms.
Fusion Arrives on Phu Quoc with the Island’s First Ocean and River-Front Resort
Embracing originality, individuality, and total well-being, Fusion Resort Phu Quoc, the newest member of the Fusion family, brings the brand"s innovative health and wellness lifestyle to one of Vietnam"s most up-and-coming destinations. Echoing the island"s traditional coastal architecture and fishing culture, this secluded beachfront resort is the perfect way to escape the stresses, strains, and excesses of the modern world.
HHTL Market Report - Hanoi, Vietnam
Horwath HTL in Asia Pacific has teamed up with STR to produce our quarterly Asia Pacific Hotel Market Update. The spotlight of our Q2 2017 issue is on Hanoi's Hotel Market. Vietnam has become one of the world's great development success stories. Political and economic reforms launched in 1986 transformed Vietnam from an inward-looking country to one of the fastest growing emerging economies in SEA.
Carlson Rezidor Signs Management Contract for Radisson Blu Resort Phu Quoc, Vietnam
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the world"s largest and most dynamic hotel groups, announced today the signing of a management contract with Phu Quoc Tourist Investment & Development JS Company to develop Radisson Blu Resort Phu Quoc. Scheduled to open in the last quarter of 2017, the new build hotel, with 522 rooms and suites, is set to be a focal point of Phu Quoc. The signing marks the second resort in Vietnam for the Group, following Radisson Blu Resort Cam Ranh Bay, slated to open in 2018.
E.J. MacEwan has been appointed as General Manager at PARKROYAL Saigon
E.J. MacEwan joined Pan Pacific Hotels Group as General Manager of Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka from 1997 to 1999, a post which he returned to in 2009 after successful terms as General Manager of Pan Pacific Kuala Lumpur and Sari Pan Pacific Jakarta. E.J. is an industry veteran with experience spanning rooms, F&B and catering in the United States and the Middle East before he joined the Group. Despite the challenging environment, E.J. was instrumental in establishing the reputation of Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka as one of the most popular five-star hotels in Bangladesh, with particular success at cementing it as the hotel of choice for international events and diplomatic missions. E.J.’s new role will see him leading the 186-room PARKROYAL Saigon, which is recognised by Ho Chi Minh City’s Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism as one of the five “Top 4-Star Hotels” in the city. The hotel is also located close to the Central Business District, the Tan Binh Exhibition and Convention Centre, as well as District 1, the city’s business, shopping and entertainment hub.
Best Western Premier Sonasea Phu Quo To Open in Vietnam
Best Western Hotels & Resorts has revealed plans to launch a spectacular new beachfront resort in Phu Quoc, the stunning tropical island off Vietnam"s South Coast.
Tino Tuan has been named General Manager at Merperle Hon Tam Resort
In a better effort of bringing high quality service to its guests, Merperle Resorts & Hotels has appointed a new GM, Tino Tuan who was on board last week on Aug 8, 2017. As an enthusiastic, detailed and customer-oriented, he brings with him 15 years great expertise with over ten years management experience on how to gain guest satisfaction. With this in mind, he is going to focus on re-organizing and support his team members for more effective performance in a friendly and courteous manner while finding new initiatives to create better product choices.
HHTL Annual Study 2017 - Vietnam, Cambodia and Myanmar
Drawing on our diverse experience and research capabilities, Horwath HTL publishes a variety of studies that assist in analyzing today's dynamic hotel and tourism markets. Published on an annual basis, these studies survey the overall financial and operational performance for hotel markets in key countries around the world, including Australia and New Zealand.
New La Siesta Central Hotel Provides Luxury in a Lakeside Setting
Panoramic views of Hoan Kiem Lake, a prime Old Quarter setting and an exclusive spa are three of the many selling points at the new La Siesta Central, a 27-room boutique hotel that marks its grand opening in Hanoi on August 15th.
Dusit International to open new DusitD2 in Vietnam’s Vung Tau
Thailand-based, global hospitality company Dusit International has signed a management agreement with Ha Dat Company Limited to operate dusitD2 Vung Tau, the first dusitD2 branded property in Vietnam, slated to open in Q2 2018.
Ascott Opens Its First Citadines Apart'hotel in Vietnam
CapitaLand"s wholly owned serviced residence business unit, The Ascott Limited (Ascott), has opened its first Citadines Apart"hotel in Vietnam and expanded its footprint to a key tourism hub, Nha Trang. Citadines Bayfront Nha Trang is the first international-class serviced residence in the coastal city. It offers business and leisure travellers a prime location with easy access to the Van Phong Economic Zone and local attractions, coupled with a picturesque view of the ocean and a pristine beach steps from the property.