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The living area in a Crystal Penthouse Suite on the Crystal Symphony.

New Crystal revives with inaugural voyagesThe cruise line boasts a shortened name, a new website, and refreshed onboard amenities.

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The living area in a Crystal Penthouse Suite on the Crystal Symphony.

The living area in a Crystal Penthouse Suite on the Crystal Symphony.

The living area in a Crystal Penthouse Suite on the Crystal Symphony. Photo Credit: Crystal New Crystal revives with inaugural voyagesThe cruise line boasts a shortened name, a new website, and refreshed onboard amenities.

The Allura will begin its inaugural season in spring 2025.

The allure behind Oceania Cruises’ newest ship

Lai Khe Han, director of TLC Travel & Tours, fulfilled his cruise bucketlist at Perfect Day at CocoCay.

A travel agent discovers a Perfect Day in the Bahamas

McKinsey survey found 40% of Chinese travellers want their next trip to be international.

Nothing will stop the China travel tide, says McKinsey

Consolidators say that airlines continue to work with them.

The air ticket consolidators are cashing in

ChatGPT, which stands for ‘Generative Pre-trained Transformer’, is a free AI chatbot that is well versed in communications skills. It can play games, respond to queries such as writing transcripts and text and even take exams.

Can ChatGPT revolutionise your travel business?

The Robertson House by The Crest Collection in Singapore is expected to open in end 2023.

Ascott rides on the Crest of Asia’s travel wave

Changi Airport Terminal 3 features the world's first butterfly garden in an airport, home to over 1,000 butterflies.

Changi Airport just got even better with early check-in

Historical sites in Ukraine, Yemen and Lebanon are at risk of destruction.

Warning: New sites put on UNESCO's heritage in danger list

MATTA Fair March 2023 organising committee members Mohammad Faeez Bin Mohamad Fadhlillah, Datuk Hamzah Rahmat, Rocky Kho, Nigel Wong, and Ganneesh Ramaa, together with MITEC's Mala Dorasamy (centre).

MATTA’s putting the fun back into fairs

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Norwegian Jewel will return to Asia in 2023 with Norwegian Jewel, offering 18 itineraries across Japan and Southeast Asia.

Why flexibility, choice and hidden gems are key to cruising in AsiaWith its freestyle vibe, rich dining options and stellar entertainment, reasons are aplenty how NCL’s Norwegian Jewel...

Event planners will be supported in their planning by the MICE team at PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, Singapore.

Go green, go lean: Smart ways this hotel is transforming sustainable meetingsAt PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, Singapore, sustainability is part of its DNA to ensure every event is high in impact and...

The BWH Hotel Group – comprising the WorldHotels Collection, Best Western Hotels & Resorts and SureStay Hotel Group – boasts over 4,500 properties across more than 100 countries and territories worldwide.

BWH Hotel Group offers unexpected variety across AsiaTravellers will get more than meets the eye from this experienced hospitality group.

AJ Hackett Sentosa’s high-speed tandem swings can accommodate up to three guests at one time, taking them up to speeds of 120km/hr.

Unique bucket list adventures for the post-pandemic travellerDiscover the right mix of fun and memorable activities in Sentosa for the new wave of travellers seeking experiential trips.

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The living area in a Crystal Penthouse Suite on the Crystal Symphony.

New Crystal revives with inaugural voyagesThe cruise line boasts a shortened name, a new website, and refreshed onboard amenities.

The Allura will begin its inaugural season in spring 2025.

The allure behind Oceania Cruises’ newest shipOceania Allura will set sail in 2025 as the cruise line’s second Allura Class ship after Vista.

Lai Khe Han, director of TLC Travel & Tours, fulfilled his cruise bucketlist at Perfect Day at CocoCay.

A travel agent discovers a Perfect Day in the BahamasTLC's Lai Khe Han ticks off his cruise bucket list and discovers a world of diverse offerings at Royal Caribbean’s CocoCay.

Oceania Cruises’ Riviera sailing in the Mediterranean.

Here comes Riviera: Oceania’s rejuvenated ship heads for AsiaInaugural season will explore the region from Cochin to Busan - and many others in between.

HKTB has confirmed at least 82 more ship calls from 16 cruise lines in 2023.

Hong Kong ushers in the year of cruise revivalRed letter day for Hong Kong cruise tourism as Silver Spirit heads the first of a line-up of international cruise ships to call...

Spectrum of the Seas will call at ports in Hue/Danang in Vietnam and Nagasaki, Kumamoto, Okinawa and Ishigaki in Japan.

Royal Caribbean unveils new Singapore-Japan sailingsThe cruise line announces two new sailings between Singapore and Tokyo in September and October 2023.

When guests book an onboard accommodation two categories down from a penthouse suite, they can be upgraded to the penthouse suite.

Fancy a free upgrade to a luxury penthouse suite?Regent Seven Seas Cruises takes upgrades up a notch with a free two-category suite upgrade.

Formerly the Explorer Dream, Resorts World One will be the first cruise ship to homeport in Hong Kong after the city reopens its borders to international travel.

Resorts World Cruises expands to Hong Kong with new shipResorts World One, the former Explorer Dream, will offer 2- and 3-night cruises from 10 March.

The luxury river cruise starts at US$49,399 per pax and includes onboard dining, unlimited alcohol, Wi-Fi, excursions, airport transfers and flights between the scheduled cruise destinations.

Uniworld unveils epic 55-day river cruiseFrom Peru to Vietnam, Uniworld’s new Rivers of the World cruise for 2024 will take 68 guests to 10 countries across three...

To make luxury cruising more sustainable, the Orient Express Silenseas will be equipped with an engine powered by liquefied natural gas.

Choo choo! Here comes the Orient Express on sailsOrient Express is going beyond the rails to sails as it ventures into the luxury cruise sector.

Resorts World Cruises hosted 71 invited guests to witness the record-breaking achievement and attend the ceremony.

Suria’s DJ dream comes to life on Genting DreamResorts World Cruises enabled Suria to become Malaysia's first radio station to broadcast live onboard a cruise ship.

Cruise trends for 2023 include new ships and fewer vaccine mandates.

7 cruise industry predictions for 2023What developments can we expect to see from the cruise industry in the new year?

The ships formerly known as Crystal Bach, Crystal Ravel, Crystal Mahler and Crystal Debussy will soon sail again under Riverside Luxury Cruises.

New cruise line acquires more Crystal river shipsAfter adding the Crystal Mozart to its fleet, Riverside Luxury Cruises has gone on to obtain four more former Crystal Cruises...

The Norwegian Pearl is hosting several full-ship charters in early 2023.

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings unveils new charter divisionExperiences at Sea combines Sixthman Festivals at Sea with NCLH's charters in the meeting and incentives department.

Hosted by Oceania Cruises' founder Frank J. Del Rio, Vista's maiden voyage has a special itinerary planned for guests.

Oceania Cruises goes full steam ahead with Visa debutThe cruise line brings forward the launch of its newest ship by a week amid high demand for its sailings.

Most of the ships are back, but not every port may reopen for them in the new year.

The ocean is getting busy again in 2023Cruise companies are optimistic about filling up their ships and turning a profit while doing so.

The Santa Cruz II is operated by Metropolitan Touring, which has operated expeditions in the Galapagos for more than 70 years.

Poles apart: What expedition cruises will look like in 2023Expedition ships are venturing beyond the North and South poles, taking cruisers to lesser explored places of the globe.

Carnival Corp unloads three ships to 'right-size' cruise brandsCarnival Corp will shed three more ships, including two from Costa, as its weathers a rocky return to cruising in APAC.

Resorts World Cruises celebrates its first arrival at the Gapura Surya Nusantara Cruise Terminal in Surabaya.

Genting Dream arrives in Surabaya for maiden callResorts World Cruises' special year-end Indonesia itinerary lines up opportunities to visit local delights in Surabaya and...

Have app, will chat on board Royal Caribbean's Spectrum of the Seas.

Royal Caribbean turns on free chat feature in appGuests sailing on Spectrum of the Seas will have access to complimentary guest-to-guest chat feature through the Royal app.

The living area in a Crystal Penthouse Suite on the Crystal Symphony.

New Crystal revives with inaugural voyagesThe cruise line boasts a shortened name, a new website, and refreshed onboard amenities.

The Allura will begin its inaugural season in spring 2025.

The allure behind Oceania Cruises’ newest shipOceania Allura will set sail in 2025 as the cruise line’s second Allura Class ship after Vista.

Lai Khe Han, director of TLC Travel & Tours, fulfilled his cruise bucketlist at Perfect Day at CocoCay.

A travel agent discovers a Perfect Day in the BahamasTLC's Lai Khe Han ticks off his cruise bucket list and discovers a world of diverse offerings at Royal Caribbean’s CocoCay.

Oceania Cruises’ Riviera sailing in the Mediterranean.

Here comes Riviera: Oceania’s rejuvenated ship heads for AsiaInaugural season will explore the region from Cochin to Busan - and many others in between.

HKTB has confirmed at least 82 more ship calls from 16 cruise lines in 2023.

Hong Kong ushers in the year of cruise revivalRed letter day for Hong Kong cruise tourism as Silver Spirit heads the first of a line-up of international cruise ships to call...

Spectrum of the Seas will call at ports in Hue/Danang in Vietnam and Nagasaki, Kumamoto, Okinawa and Ishigaki in Japan.

Royal Caribbean unveils new Singapore-Japan sailingsThe cruise line announces two new sailings between Singapore and Tokyo in September and October 2023.

When guests book an onboard accommodation two categories down from a penthouse suite, they can be upgraded to the penthouse suite.

Fancy a free upgrade to a luxury penthouse suite?Regent Seven Seas Cruises takes upgrades up a notch with a free two-category suite upgrade.

Formerly the Explorer Dream, Resorts World One will be the first cruise ship to homeport in Hong Kong after the city reopens its borders to international travel.

Resorts World Cruises expands to Hong Kong with new shipResorts World One, the former Explorer Dream, will offer 2- and 3-night cruises from 10 March.

The luxury river cruise starts at US$49,399 per pax and includes onboard dining, unlimited alcohol, Wi-Fi, excursions, airport transfers and flights between the scheduled cruise destinations.

Uniworld unveils epic 55-day river cruiseFrom Peru to Vietnam, Uniworld’s new Rivers of the World cruise for 2024 will take 68 guests to 10 countries across three...

To make luxury cruising more sustainable, the Orient Express Silenseas will be equipped with an engine powered by liquefied natural gas.

Choo choo! Here comes the Orient Express on sailsOrient Express is going beyond the rails to sails as it ventures into the luxury cruise sector.

Resorts World Cruises hosted 71 invited guests to witness the record-breaking achievement and attend the ceremony.

Suria’s DJ dream comes to life on Genting DreamResorts World Cruises enabled Suria to become Malaysia's first radio station to broadcast live onboard a cruise ship.

Cruise trends for 2023 include new ships and fewer vaccine mandates.

7 cruise industry predictions for 2023What developments can we expect to see from the cruise industry in the new year?

The ships formerly known as Crystal Bach, Crystal Ravel, Crystal Mahler and Crystal Debussy will soon sail again under Riverside Luxury Cruises.

New cruise line acquires more Crystal river shipsAfter adding the Crystal Mozart to its fleet, Riverside Luxury Cruises has gone on to obtain four more former Crystal Cruises...

The Norwegian Pearl is hosting several full-ship charters in early 2023.

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings unveils new charter divisionExperiences at Sea combines Sixthman Festivals at Sea with NCLH's charters in the meeting and incentives department.

Hosted by Oceania Cruises' founder Frank J. Del Rio, Vista's maiden voyage has a special itinerary planned for guests.

Oceania Cruises goes full steam ahead with Visa debutThe cruise line brings forward the launch of its newest ship by a week amid high demand for its sailings.

Most of the ships are back, but not every port may reopen for them in the new year.

The ocean is getting busy again in 2023Cruise companies are optimistic about filling up their ships and turning a profit while doing so.

The Santa Cruz II is operated by Metropolitan Touring, which has operated expeditions in the Galapagos for more than 70 years.

Poles apart: What expedition cruises will look like in 2023Expedition ships are venturing beyond the North and South poles, taking cruisers to lesser explored places of the globe.

Carnival Corp unloads three ships to 'right-size' cruise brandsCarnival Corp will shed three more ships, including two from Costa, as its weathers a rocky return to cruising in APAC.

Resorts World Cruises celebrates its first arrival at the Gapura Surya Nusantara Cruise Terminal in Surabaya.

Genting Dream arrives in Surabaya for maiden callResorts World Cruises' special year-end Indonesia itinerary lines up opportunities to visit local delights in Surabaya and...

Have app, will chat on board Royal Caribbean's Spectrum of the Seas.

Royal Caribbean turns on free chat feature in appGuests sailing on Spectrum of the Seas will have access to complimentary guest-to-guest chat feature through the Royal app.

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McKinsey survey found 40% of Chinese travellers want their next trip to be international.

Nothing will stop the China travel tide, says McKinseyA few hurdles remain, including ticket prices, but the travel industry’s suffering will soon be over.

French ski resorts face closure during general strike.

France travel warning over strike threatsGeneral strike could disrupt travel plans and ski resorts.

Bail is expecting to attract a quarter of a million Chinese tourists this year, well below pre-pandemic levels.

Bali implores China: Give us more flightsTourism minister calls on Chinese airlines to step up services.

Saudi Arabia wants to become one of the largest leisure tourism industries in the world between now and 2030.

Saudi Arabia splashes out the cash to lure Chinese travellersMega developments are in the works to draw the Chinese visitors away from their traditional favourite destinations.

Paris has the world’s biggest tourism economy.

These are the world’s most powerful tourism citiesParis comes out on top, while Beijing, Shanghai and Macau are on the up and coming.

Singapore’s top visitor markets comprise of Indonesia, India and Malaysia.

Singapore tourism on track for full recovery by 2024After surpassing tourism targets in 2022, the Lion City looks to double visitor arrivals in 2023 to over 12 million.

ForwardKeys' Olivier Ponti predicts that the Chinese travellers will come back in full force by Q2.

When China stirs, the world of travel beholdsChina's reopening has led to swift spike in flight bookings despite high air fares, but full resurgence of the outbound market...

Tourists can expect to find year-round events focused on Thailand’s 5Fs – food, festival, film, fight and fashion.

Thailand flexes bigger muscles in Visit Thailand Year 2023Ongoing campaign by TAT gets boosted with new concepts and more experiential offerings.

Tourism Malaysia hopes to entice more millennial travellers with experiential coffee journeys.

Stop and smell the coffee in MalaysiaTake time to enjoy Northern Malaysia Coffee Experience, an experiential journey that immerses travellers in rural gems over a...

Japanese citizens can visit the most destinations in the world visa-free.

Who holds the world’s most powerful passport in 2023?The top three countries on the latest Henley Passport Index are all from Asia.

The ‘D33’ agenda maps out how the city can ensure the highest levels of security and safety for Dubai’s citizens and residents.

Dubai aims to be among the top three global citiesThe Dubai Economic Agenda ‘D33’ details the city’s ambitious plans of doubling its economy and becoming one of the top three...

TurboJET plans to relaunch 16 trips daily.

Macau-Hong Kong ferry services make a comebackTurboJET poised to resume sailings between the two cities.

Dazhai, China has been awarded as one of the ‘best tourism villages’ in 2022.

The best tourism villages in 2022 according to UNWTOA total of 32 villages across 18 countries including China, Vietnam, South Korea and Saudi Arabia were ranked the best for...

Edge of the World, a natural landmark and popular tourist destination near Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Where to travel in 2023: Top ravishing places of the worldThese 10 exciting destinations are on Travel Weekly Asia’s hot list.

A growing number of countries are imposing restrictions on travellers from China amid its Covid surge.

As China’s door reopens, others roll out restrictionsMore countries are imposing Covid restrictions on visitors from China. Meanwhile, Hong Kong lifts all restrictions for...

The drinks are on Dubai as alcohol tax is dumped.

Cheers! Dubai scraps tax on alcoholCheaper booze enhance Dubai’s claim to be the Middle East’s capital of fizz and fun.

Travellers to Zurich can stroll around (and, weather permitting, even take a dip in) Lake Zurich.

Zurich travel guide: What’s new in Switzerland’s largest cityA year-round destination, picturesque Zurich has a lot to offer business and leisure travellers alike.

Sands China has outlined plans to invest in MICE and tourism facilities in Macau over the next decade.

Sands China ramps up non-gaming pushPlans include the development of a garden-themed venue and raising awareness of the destination’s cultural heritage.

Indonesia authorities clarified that tourists and foreign nationals living in Indonesia will be exempt from the controversial law.

Should tourists worry about Indonesia’s premarital sex law?Nope. Indonesian tourism officials say tourists and foreign nationals are exempt from rule.

The Widi Islands lie in a protected marine reserve in eastern Indonesia.

Indonesian island auction dumped amid protestsGovernment says sale of untouched coral atoll didn’t have proper approvals; auction cancelled.

McKinsey survey found 40% of Chinese travellers want their next trip to be international.

Nothing will stop the China travel tide, says McKinseyA few hurdles remain, including ticket prices, but the travel industry’s suffering will soon be over.

French ski resorts face closure during general strike.

France travel warning over strike threatsGeneral strike could disrupt travel plans and ski resorts.

Bail is expecting to attract a quarter of a million Chinese tourists this year, well below pre-pandemic levels.

Bali implores China: Give us more flightsTourism minister calls on Chinese airlines to step up services.

Saudi Arabia wants to become one of the largest leisure tourism industries in the world between now and 2030.

Saudi Arabia splashes out the cash to lure Chinese travellersMega developments are in the works to draw the Chinese visitors away from their traditional favourite destinations.

Paris has the world’s biggest tourism economy.

These are the world’s most powerful tourism citiesParis comes out on top, while Beijing, Shanghai and Macau are on the up and coming.

Singapore’s top visitor markets comprise of Indonesia, India and Malaysia.

Singapore tourism on track for full recovery by 2024After surpassing tourism targets in 2022, the Lion City looks to double visitor arrivals in 2023 to over 12 million.

ForwardKeys' Olivier Ponti predicts that the Chinese travellers will come back in full force by Q2.

When China stirs, the world of travel beholdsChina's reopening has led to swift spike in flight bookings despite high air fares, but full resurgence of the outbound market...

Tourists can expect to find year-round events focused on Thailand’s 5Fs – food, festival, film, fight and fashion.

Thailand flexes bigger muscles in Visit Thailand Year 2023Ongoing campaign by TAT gets boosted with new concepts and more experiential offerings.

Tourism Malaysia hopes to entice more millennial travellers with experiential coffee journeys.

Stop and smell the coffee in MalaysiaTake time to enjoy Northern Malaysia Coffee Experience, an experiential journey that immerses travellers in rural gems over a...

Japanese citizens can visit the most destinations in the world visa-free.

Who holds the world’s most powerful passport in 2023?The top three countries on the latest Henley Passport Index are all from Asia.

The ‘D33’ agenda maps out how the city can ensure the highest levels of security and safety for Dubai’s citizens and residents.

Dubai aims to be among the top three global citiesThe Dubai Economic Agenda ‘D33’ details the city’s ambitious plans of doubling its economy and becoming one of the top three...

TurboJET plans to relaunch 16 trips daily.

Macau-Hong Kong ferry services make a comebackTurboJET poised to resume sailings between the two cities.

Dazhai, China has been awarded as one of the ‘best tourism villages’ in 2022.

The best tourism villages in 2022 according to UNWTOA total of 32 villages across 18 countries including China, Vietnam, South Korea and Saudi Arabia were ranked the best for...

Edge of the World, a natural landmark and popular tourist destination near Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Where to travel in 2023: Top ravishing places of the worldThese 10 exciting destinations are on Travel Weekly Asia’s hot list.

A growing number of countries are imposing restrictions on travellers from China amid its Covid surge.

As China’s door reopens, others roll out restrictionsMore countries are imposing Covid restrictions on visitors from China. Meanwhile, Hong Kong lifts all restrictions for...

The drinks are on Dubai as alcohol tax is dumped.

Cheers! Dubai scraps tax on alcoholCheaper booze enhance Dubai’s claim to be the Middle East’s capital of fizz and fun.

Travellers to Zurich can stroll around (and, weather permitting, even take a dip in) Lake Zurich.

Zurich travel guide: What’s new in Switzerland’s largest cityA year-round destination, picturesque Zurich has a lot to offer business and leisure travellers alike.

Sands China has outlined plans to invest in MICE and tourism facilities in Macau over the next decade.

Sands China ramps up non-gaming pushPlans include the development of a garden-themed venue and raising awareness of the destination’s cultural heritage.

Indonesia authorities clarified that tourists and foreign nationals living in Indonesia will be exempt from the controversial law.

Should tourists worry about Indonesia’s premarital sex law?Nope. Indonesian tourism officials say tourists and foreign nationals are exempt from rule.

The Widi Islands lie in a protected marine reserve in eastern Indonesia.

Indonesian island auction dumped amid protestsGovernment says sale of untouched coral atoll didn’t have proper approvals; auction cancelled.

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The Robertson House by The Crest Collection in Singapore is expected to open in end 2023.

Ascott rides on the Crest of Asia’s travel waveIn catering to travellers’ demands for more bespoke experiences, Ascott is bringing The Crest Collection to more destinations...

Unbound by borders, Hyatt debuts luxury brand in TokyoHyatt is bringing its Unbound Collection to Tokyo with the 205-room Hotel Toranomon Hills.

STR says the hotel industry is now operating “from a position of strength”.

Hotel business rides the wave, but Asia’s not onboard yetLeisure and business travel pick up, while Asia occupancy rate is lowest in world.

The Sand villa at Irene Pool Villa Resort.

Reaching this ultra-luxury resort is part of the funThe ultra-luxury Irene Pool Villa Resort is located on the most beautiful beach in Thailand.

The resort will feature 70-year-old restored Thai teakwood houses and natural, locally sourced materials in its furnishings.

Live like the lord of the manor at this new Andaz propertyThe 204-key Andaz Pattaya Jomtien Beach was once a private estate.

Mercure Miri City Centre is due to open in mid-2023.

Accor and Ennismore extend reach from Sihanoukville to SingaporeThe hospitality companies are putting lifestyle at the heart of hotels planned to open across Southeast Asia.

Like a love letter, Accor’s new brand has passionHandwritten Collection seeks to build strong bonds between owners and their guests.

At SureStay Studio by Best Western Clarkview, guests can stay in a choice of 74 contemporary studio-style rooms and suites.

Best Western is here to SureStay in the PhilippinesMore space, amenities and affordability offered at the new SureStay Studio by Best Western Clarkview in Angeles City.

The Wyndham Vuon Vua Thanh Thuy is surrounded by lush vegetation and offers picturesque views of Lotus Lake.

Wyndham's trio of marquee openings in Vietnam and ThailandWyndham Hotels & Resorts continues its APAC expansion with new properties in Danang, Viet Tri and Phuket.

Artyzen Singapore will be opening on Orchard Road in Q4.

Lucky seven hotels for Artyzen in AsiaArtyzen Hospitality Group spreads its artistic influence across the region with seven new hotel openings this year.

Six Senses Vana is equipped with a vast repertoire of wellness services from meditation to yoga to personalised treatments targeting specific concerns.

Six Senses unveils first wellness dedicated retreatThe Six Senses Vana in India comes inclusive of accommodation, nutrition services, daily retreat activities, wellness...

The lobby-slash-speakeasy-bar will serve as a coffee and co-working space in the day and a 35-seater cocktail bar in the night.

This Singapore hotel will go with the flow for guestsThe 106-key Owen House by Hmlet offers flexible stay experiences for greater personalisation.

Hilton sparks change with new economy brandSpark is Hilton’s first venture into the economy hospitality sector.

"At Accor we also have a tradition of being pioneers, to be the first ones in some destinations," says Accor's Agnès Roquefort.

Accor keeps the good vibes going in Asia expansionAlmost every single market saw growth in 2022, while the group is set to see injection of new brands and destinations in 2023.

Sheraton Xi'an Chanba features a lobby art installation inspired by the local Lantern Festival.

Sheraton's transformation underway across Greater ChinaTimely openings of new and revamped hotels under the Sheraton brand as China reopens.

With the launch of the new Orchard Wing, Hilton Singapore Orchard has added a further 446 rooms to its existing 634 rooms.

Bigger, better and more rooms for Hilton in Singapore's OrchardThe group ups its presence in the city with the launch of Conrad Singapore Orchard and a new wing at Hilton Singapore Orchard.

The Bulgari Hotel Tokyo will occupy the top seven floors of a 45-floor building.

Bulgari hotels coming soon in Tokyo and RomeIts new Tokyo and Rome properties will open in the first half of 2023, both in prime locations of the city.

Hilton is seeing a booming development pipeline in the region, according to executive vice president & regional president Asia Pacific Alan Watts.

What’s next for Hilton in APAC in 2023 and beyond?APAC president Alan Watts unveils how Hilton's growth dynamics in Singapore reflects its 'up and down' expansion strategy in...

Northstar Travel Group launches new brandHotel Investment Today, the digital media branch of the BHN Group, will debut early next year.

Carlton Cannes, a Regent Hotel will open in Spring 2023 after a two-year multi-million Euro redevelopment.

IHG scores Carlton Cannes as a Regent hotelThe iconic French property will reopen in Spring 2023 after a two-year, multimillion-euro redevelopment.

The Robertson House by The Crest Collection in Singapore is expected to open in end 2023.

Ascott rides on the Crest of Asia’s travel waveIn catering to travellers’ demands for more bespoke experiences, Ascott is bringing The Crest Collection to more destinations...

Unbound by borders, Hyatt debuts luxury brand in TokyoHyatt is bringing its Unbound Collection to Tokyo with the 205-room Hotel Toranomon Hills.

STR says the hotel industry is now operating “from a position of strength”.

Hotel business rides the wave, but Asia’s not onboard yetLeisure and business travel pick up, while Asia occupancy rate is lowest in world.

The Sand villa at Irene Pool Villa Resort.

Reaching this ultra-luxury resort is part of the funThe ultra-luxury Irene Pool Villa Resort is located on the most beautiful beach in Thailand.

The resort will feature 70-year-old restored Thai teakwood houses and natural, locally sourced materials in its furnishings.

Live like the lord of the manor at this new Andaz propertyThe 204-key Andaz Pattaya Jomtien Beach was once a private estate.

Mercure Miri City Centre is due to open in mid-2023.

Accor and Ennismore extend reach from Sihanoukville to SingaporeThe hospitality companies are putting lifestyle at the heart of hotels planned to open across Southeast Asia.

Like a love letter, Accor’s new brand has passionHandwritten Collection seeks to build strong bonds between owners and their guests.

At SureStay Studio by Best Western Clarkview, guests can stay in a choice of 74 contemporary studio-style rooms and suites.

Best Western is here to SureStay in the PhilippinesMore space, amenities and affordability offered at the new SureStay Studio by Best Western Clarkview in Angeles City.

The Wyndham Vuon Vua Thanh Thuy is surrounded by lush vegetation and offers picturesque views of Lotus Lake.

Wyndham's trio of marquee openings in Vietnam and ThailandWyndham Hotels & Resorts continues its APAC expansion with new properties in Danang, Viet Tri and Phuket.

Artyzen Singapore will be opening on Orchard Road in Q4.

Lucky seven hotels for Artyzen in AsiaArtyzen Hospitality Group spreads its artistic influence across the region with seven new hotel openings this year.

Six Senses Vana is equipped with a vast repertoire of wellness services from meditation to yoga to personalised treatments targeting specific concerns.

Six Senses unveils first wellness dedicated retreatThe Six Senses Vana in India comes inclusive of accommodation, nutrition services, daily retreat activities, wellness...

The lobby-slash-speakeasy-bar will serve as a coffee and co-working space in the day and a 35-seater cocktail bar in the night.

This Singapore hotel will go with the flow for guestsThe 106-key Owen House by Hmlet offers flexible stay experiences for greater personalisation.

Hilton sparks change with new economy brandSpark is Hilton’s first venture into the economy hospitality sector.

"At Accor we also have a tradition of being pioneers, to be the first ones in some destinations," says Accor's Agnès Roquefort.

Accor keeps the good vibes going in Asia expansionAlmost every single market saw growth in 2022, while the group is set to see injection of new brands and destinations in 2023.

Sheraton Xi'an Chanba features a lobby art installation inspired by the local Lantern Festival.

Sheraton's transformation underway across Greater ChinaTimely openings of new and revamped hotels under the Sheraton brand as China reopens.

With the launch of the new Orchard Wing, Hilton Singapore Orchard has added a further 446 rooms to its existing 634 rooms.

Bigger, better and more rooms for Hilton in Singapore's OrchardThe group ups its presence in the city with the launch of Conrad Singapore Orchard and a new wing at Hilton Singapore Orchard.

The Bulgari Hotel Tokyo will occupy the top seven floors of a 45-floor building.

Bulgari hotels coming soon in Tokyo and RomeIts new Tokyo and Rome properties will open in the first half of 2023, both in prime locations of the city.

Hilton is seeing a booming development pipeline in the region, according to executive vice president & regional president Asia Pacific Alan Watts.

What’s next for Hilton in APAC in 2023 and beyond?APAC president Alan Watts unveils how Hilton's growth dynamics in Singapore reflects its 'up and down' expansion strategy in...

Northstar Travel Group launches new brandHotel Investment Today, the digital media branch of the BHN Group, will debut early next year.

Carlton Cannes, a Regent Hotel will open in Spring 2023 after a two-year multi-million Euro redevelopment.

IHG scores Carlton Cannes as a Regent hotelThe iconic French property will reopen in Spring 2023 after a two-year, multimillion-euro redevelopment.

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Consolidators say that airlines continue to work with them.

The air ticket consolidators are cashing inIn the new travel landscape plagued by flight scarcity, providers who buy air tickets in bulk are profiting.

Changi Airport Terminal 3 features the world's first butterfly garden in an airport, home to over 1,000 butterflies.

Changi Airport just got even better with early check-inTravellers will have more time to enjoy the world-famous airport’s unique facilities, from its butterfly garden to free movie...

More than 90% of Bonza routes are currently not served by any airline.

Australia has a new low-cost airlineBonza is flying to lesser explored destinations other airlines ignore.

Doha’s Hamad International Airport has a new luxury shopping enclave – the orchard.

Qatar Airways gets you straight to the pointsAlmost instant access to points allows loyalty members to splurge in Doha.

India is the “hottest market in the world”, says OAG’s John Grant, driven by strong economic forecasts and the stirring of Air India as an aviation giant.

All eyes on China, but India’s star is rising fastChina’s reopening may be the big story in travel, but no one should take their eyes off India, say aviation experts.

A MetaHuman cabin crew helps passengers to tour, navigate and check in at Hamad International Airport.

Flying in 2023 takes off to a high-tech startTechnology gains altitude to make the air travel journey a little smoother.

Emirates continues to expand its global network and increase capacity in line with growing travel demand.

Return of the superjumbos at EmiratesAs Emirates ramps up flight capacity, the airline brings more of its A380s back.

With fewer planes in the skies, airlines in Asia Pacific rated highly for on-time-performance in 2022.

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