Agoda, Macao to promote Outer Harbour boutique hotels
Agoda has expanded its partnership with the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) to promote boutique and independent hotels in the city, with a focus...
HBX Group acquires Bridgify to expand experiences platform
HBX Group has agreed to acquire Bridgify, an AI-focused travel technology company, as part of efforts to expand its experiences offering and strengthen technology...
PATA makes AI, ESG micro-learning courses available to tourism professionals
PATA has launched two courses – one on AI and the other on ESG sustainability – under its new Micro-Credentials Programme, designed to give...
Hilton grows lifestyle portfolio with Nanjing and Wuxi hotels
Hilton has signed two lifestyle hotels in Jiangsu province, with a Curio Collection by Hilton property in Nanjing and a Tapestry Collection by Hilton...
Onyx secures financing for EQ Phuket luxury resort
Onyx Hospitality Group has signed a financial support agreement with LH Bank for the development of EQ Phuket, a luxury resort project in Phuket,...
Tourism professionals see responsible development key to long-term industry resilience
Discussions at the PATA Annual Summit 2026 this week on building a resilient future for the tourism industry highlighted a common view: a responsible approach to tourism development gives destinations the agility needed to navigate a volatile environment.
Muslim travel growth driven by inclusive experiences
New research from Mastercard and CrescentRating highlights continued growth in Muslim travel, alongside changing expectations around inclusivity, safety and purpose-led experiences.
The reports, Halal Travel...
Genting Dream unveils year-long line-up of themed anniversary cruises
StarDream Cruises is marking the 10th anniversary of Genting Dream with an expanded line-up of themed sailings, combining culinary, entertainment and wellness experiences into...
Hyatt, Dossen Group to expand Select brand in China
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has signed a master franchise agreement with Huanyue International Holdings, a subsidiary of Dossen Group, to develop and operate Hyatt Select...
Sono Hotels & Resorts Asia to open lifestyle hotel in Bali’s...
Sono Hotels & Resorts Asia has signed a hotel management agreement with Nelayan Development for Sono Felice Bali Canggu, a 90-room property scheduled to...
