There is a lower chance of independent hotels offering free WiFi, but the speed is typically above average when compared to most hotel chains.
Sheraton Rio Hotel & Resort completes first phase of multi million dollar renovation
Rios sole beachfront hotel unveils comprehensive redesign to guestrooms, restaurants, bars and public areas.
Qliq Damansara in Kuala Lumpur opening soon
The 271-room hotel is conceived with the avant-garde visitor in mind, providing an upbeat design and ambiance and lightning-speed Internet.
TripAdvisor launches its instant booking feature for mobile
A new feature for the TripAdvisor mobile app and mobile website is now available in U.S.; to roll out to other markets later this year.
Hilton signs agreement for five Hilton Hotels & Resorts properties in Myanmar
Hilton Nay Pyi Taw and Hilton Ngapali Beach Resort to open in October 2014 as first Hilton-branded properties in Myanmar.
Invest in your own website, not OTA commissions
By Rochelle Castillejos: There is a huge opportunity for hotels to get revenue by having their own internet booking engine.
Halekulani appoints Dara Lum Communications Director
At Halekulani Corporation, which owns and manages both Halekulani and Waikiki Parc Hotel on Oahu, Hawaii, Lum will be responsible for all aspects of communications for the hotels and corporation.
Grace Lassig new Director of Sales at Daydream Island
She previously held roles at Mirvac Hotels and Resorts (Far North Queensland), Hideway Resorts (Dunk Island and Bedarra Island), The Westin Auckland and Sheraton Noosa Resort and Spa.
Four Points by Sheraton expands its footprint in Melbourne
The Four Points by Sheraton Melbourne Docklands is set to open in January 2017.
Chef Ben Ford to open new restaurant at JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. Live
New downtown LA outpost of his popular Ford’s Filling Station gastropub set to open in October 2014.


