Yearly Archives: 2018
Datai renovates not just hardware but people
The pioneering class of Datai Investing in People (DIP) hospitality training programme graduated earlier this month.
An initiative launched by The Datai Langkawi in October...
Michael Ayling takes reins at Blue Tree Phuket
Upcoming family entertainment complex Blue Tree Phuket in Thailand has appointed Michael Ayling as general manager.
Ayling has been working in a consulting capacity on...
Affordability leads the way
Midscale hotel brands are rising in popularity as a new generation of budget-conscious travellers seek to unlock greater value than ever from their hotel stays. TTG Asia gets travel agents to shed light on the latest affordable hotel trends, plus a look at new offerings in the segment.
Deadly earthquake rocks Lombok; state of emergency declared
At least 14 people were killed and more than 160 missing when a powerful 6.4 magnitude earthquake yesterday struck Lombok, with a three-day state...
NH Hotel takeover heats up with Hyatt now in the running
Hyatt has indicated its interest in acquiring NH Hotel Group, as the latter mulls an offer from Thailand's Minor International, an existing shareholder, Bloomberg...
Modest offerings in the spotlight for UAE
Less flashy than Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the south but no less rich in culture, history and adventure offerings, the UAE’s northern emirates now draws a critical mass of tourists from China and India, with Muslim countries in Asia coming up on the radar too.
Bright spots in APAC’s hotel market in 2Q
Hotels in the Asia-Pacific region posted growth across the three key performance metrics during 2Q2018, according to data from STR, with notable peaks seen...
New Phuket forum spotlights sustainable island tourism in SE Asia
The Phuket Hotels Association will inaugurate a new annual forum to support the South-east Asian hospitality industry in its fight for a sustainable future.
Co-organised...
Pkfare rolls out customer service chatbot
Global travel B2B marketplace Pkfare has launched its customer service robot.
Named Pkfarer, the bot leverages machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) to deliver 24/7...
Hotel Indigo to make New Zealand debut with Auckland opening
Come 2021, the City of Sails will soon be home to New Zealand's first Hotel Indigo.
The 225-room Hotel Indigo Auckland will be part of...
















