Hospitality News

Discretionary spending power may be returning to midscale and economy segment travellers, with Hilton’s CEO Nassetta, characterising current US demand as “C-shaped”.

Has the K-shaped economy become a C-shaped one?Hilton CEO sees a 'C-shaped' travel economy emerging, with growth returning to economy and midscale segments.

Hilton Garden Inn Busan Gijang is part of a mixed-use development project.

Hilton to debut a Garden Inn in Busan's GijangThe new hotel will offer 111 keys along Busan’s fast-developing coastal precinct come 2028.

Hilton's LXR luxury brand expands to Tokyo and HakoneA Tokyo landmark and a new hot spring retreat in Hakone will soon join Hilton’s luxury soft portfolio.

MGM Resorts operates 31 hotels and casinos globally, including 13 on the Las Vegas Strip.

Media mogul Barry Diller offers to buy MGMThe proposed deal would take MGM private, with People Inc owning 50.1% of the business.

Hankyu Travel International has chartered Ponant’s Le Jacques Cartier for Japan’s 2027 cherry blossom season.

New luxury cruise charter unlocks Japan beyond the usual hotspotsHankyu Travel's exclusive Ponant charter offers access to lesser-known towns and cultural experiences.

Zion Wildflower Resort, WorldHotels

WorldHotels launches a new Backdrop for glamping escapesThe glamping collection taps into growing demand for nature-led escapes, with expansion plans already being explored for Asia.

Younger, globally aware travellers seek exclusivity and access to unique experiences, and a willingness to splurge on what they see value in.

Decoding Asia’s luxury titans: What China and India’s travellers really wantTravel advisors from the world’s biggest markets reveal the fast-changing psyche and preferences of their high-value clients.

Capri by Fraser, Penang sits in a 22-storey property, offering rooms and residences across seven categories.

New Capri by Fraser hotel opens in the heart of PenangThe new 248-room Capri by Fraser Penang combines serviced living, social spaces and pet-friendly amenities in George Town

The new property is of easy proximity to the city’s shopping, dining and cultural attractions.

Historic Hiroshima gets its first MercureMercure Tokyu Stay Hiroshima offers 182 keys in city’s central Hatchobori district.

Starwood has defended its ownership over a unique and particular stylised W.

What’s in a single letter? A lot if it’s a WStarwood Hotels wins trademark battle with local developer in the Philippines.