Yearly Archives: 2019
STB, SHA introduce new initiatives to transform hotels for sustainable growth
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and the Singapore Hotel Association (SHA) have launched a series of new initiatives focused on leveraging technology to foster...
Webjets touts error-free hotel bookings through blockchain technology
Webjet, the owner of B2B accommodation provider WebBeds, has unveiled Rezchain, a new technology that enables users to eliminate costly discrepancies that occur in...
Digitalisation key to connecting with Chinese luxury travellers
Reuter: Intelligence, in partnership with ILTM China, has released a new study looking at how travel and hospitality brands can master WeChat, build up...
Swiss-Belhotel plans foray into Thailand’s key cities
Swiss-Belhotel International will be making its debut in Thailand, as the company steps up its expansion plans in South-east Asia.
The Hong Kong-based hospitality company...
Aviation roundup: Vietjet, LOT Polish Airlines and more
Here’s our weekly roundup of new air routes and other aviation news.
Sala Hospitality names group DOSM
Sala Hospitality Group has appointed Benjaporn Magroodtong as group director of sales & marketing, based at the company's Bangkok headquarters.
A Thai national, Benjaporn was...
Experiential travel’s here to stay – and industry players rise to...
No longer a niche segment, experiential travel is now mainstream as technology, social media, and greater connectivity between places drive travellers to seek out...
Changi Airport and Safdie Architects rubbish Qatar Airways chief’s copycat claims...
Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker has alleged that the design for Jewel Changi Airport was plagiarised from Qatar's Hamad International Airport's expansion, according...
Galaxy Macau to welcome Andaz brand in 2021
Luxury lifestyle hotel Andaz Macau will be joining Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG)'s Galaxy Integrated Resorts precinct in Macau.
Andaz Macau is scheduled to open in...
China’s Huazhu nabs Germany’s Deutsche Hospitality for US$775 million
China's hotel operator and franchiser Huazhu Group is expanding its global reach through a multimillion-dollar deal.
Through its wholly owned subsidiary China Lodging Holding Singapore,...
















