Schwartz Family Company has acquired a prized Blue Mountains resort to strengthen its position as the region’s premier leisure and conference provider.
CHAP unveils newest property in the heart of Bathurst!
Leading hotel group Choice Hotels Asia-Pac has welcomed the newest addition to its flagship Comfort brand, with Comfort Inn Serenity Bathurst joining the portfolio.
Trailborn announces new hotel to open North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains this July
Castle Peak Holdings, the investment and development company behind Trailborn – the first vertically-integrated hospitality brand specializing in designing and operating boutique hotels with full-service restaurants and bars, exclusively located in the country’s most extraordinary outdoor destinations – has announced the brand will open its first property in the country’s Southeast, Trailborn Highlands, in downtown Highlands, North Carolina this July.
Minor Hotels unifies global corporate identity with NH Hotel Group rebranded
NH Hotel Group, part of Minor Hotels, will now operate as Minor Hotels Europe & Americas following a vote by NH Hotel Group’s shareholders to change the company’s registered name at its Annual General Meeting held last Friday.
Centara’s COSI Vientiane Nam Phu opened in the heart of Laos
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, proudly announces the opening of COSI Vientiane Nam Phu, the affordable lifestyle brand’s first overseas venture. Opening its doors in March 2024, this modern property welcomes guests to experience Total Travel Freedom through unparalleled comfort, convenience and connectivity in the heart of downtown.
Fairfield by Marriott celebrates 50th hotel opening milestone in Greater China
Fairfield by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary brands, recently announced the opening of Fairfield by Marriott Chengdu High-Tech Zone, which marks the brand’s 50th hotel opening milestone in Greater China. Located close to Guilong Park in Shuangliu District, the 145-room hotel is set to bring an inviting and seamless stay experience for travelers in the new area of Chengdu, the capital city of Sichuan province.
IHG Hotels & Resorts expands premium portfolio in India with signing of Crowne Plaza Dehradun Rajpur Road
IHG®Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a management agreement with IVY Hotels & Resorts to bring the first Crowne Plaza hotel to Uttarakhand. Scheduled to open in April 2028, Crowne Plaza Dehradun Rajpur Road hotel will add 110 keys to IHG’s portfolio in the state and build on IHG’s commitment to expand its portfolio in well-known leisure destinations across the country.
Journeys along Asia’s coasts and seas
Asia is home to some of the world’s most mesmerizing coastal landscapes, where the hues of the sea range from emerald-green to turquoise-blue, jade, and beyond. In this week’s newsletter, join us as we explore these picturesque destinations, each boasting its own unique palette of colours. Asia’s coastal scenery is a feast for the eyes, showcasing a mesmerizing array of shades that captivate all those lucky enough to enjoy it. Let’s embark on a journey to discover the unique marine colours in some of Asia’s most enchanting locations.
Substance Restaurant & Bar opens in Perth | Artisinal dining and Grab & Go convenience in Murdoch
Substance Restaurant & Bar has opened in the new Murdoch Square, on the first floor to the newly-opened Courtyard by Marriott Perth, Murdoch Hotel. The all-day dining venue sees the fusion of the contemporary, artisanal café-style menu with an Asian bistro, in combination with an elevated grab-and-go offering catering to visitors to Murdoch Square.
Destination by Hyatt to make its South American debut in Paracas, Peru
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and El Pardo Hospitality today announced plans for The Legend Paracas Resort in Paracas, Peru to join the Destination by Hyatt brand, marking the introduction of the brand’s in South America. Expected to join the Destination by Hyatt brand in June 2024, the hotel is currently undergoing a phased enhancement project to elevate guestrooms, offer new culinary options, and redesign public areas. Enhancements will be done in a thoughtful manner over the next 24 months in an effort to avoid impacting the guest experience.
