Centara Hotels & Resorts is excited to announce the addition of five distinctive properties to its diverse portfolio, strengthening its footprint in Thailand and Vietnam and setting the stage for strategic growth initiatives both domestically and overseas.
21 Carpenter: A new hotel where heritage is thoughtfully reimagined
Locally rooted, historically relevant, and contemporarily reinvented: Singapore’s 21 Carpenter speaks to the past of its location while fostering a bold, modern community, with thoughtfulness at the center of every experience. Here, a heritage structure dating to the 1930s augments a striking five-story cubic extension with a rooftop infinity pool and street-level neo-bistro and bar helmed by Michelin-starred chef Andrew Walsh as the culinary director. Throughout the hotel, esteemed local partners provide everything from the in-room snacks to the art on the walls.
Loews Hotels & Co. opens Arlington Hotel and Convention Center
Loews Hotels & Co, a wholly owned subsidiary of Loews Corporation, today opens the Loews Arlington Hotel and Convention Center. The hotel is Loews’ second and largest hotel in Arlington, Texas and the first-of-its-kind in the market, ushering a new era of hospitality to North Texas.
Reimagined beachside motel listed for sale by Canberra investment group
Boutique Batemans Bay Motel The Isla and the adjacent Kon Tiki Apartments have been listed for sale by a Canberra-based investment group amid ongoing growth in the regional NSW tourism sector.
Native Places announces new property signings and renovations
Native Places, is gearing up for an exciting phase of expansion and rejuvenation with the announcement of strategic initiatives, including the signing of a new Native property in Fulham, London and the completion of significant renovations at Native Glasgow. These announcements follow the news of the anticipated opening of Native King’s Wardrobe, St Paul’s in April 2024.
Carnival Corporation orders fourth excel-class ship for carnival cruise line, 10th excel-class ship across global fleet
Carnival Corporation & plc today announced it has signed an agreement with leading German shipbuilder Meyer Werft to build a fourth Excel-class cruise ship for its namesake Carnival Cruise Line brand. The ship, the 10th Excel-class ship in the corporation’s fleet across four of its world-class brands, is expected to enter service in Spring 2027.
19 Hotels win Gold for this years Choice Hotels Asia Pac Gold Awards
Leading hotel group Choice Hotels Asia-Pac is delighted to announce its 2023 Gold Award Winners across Australia and New Zealand, celebrating excellence in customer service and exceptional guest experiences at properties from Perth to Mackay, and many places in between.
Accor officially opens Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport Hotel
Accor, welcomes Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport Hotel into its portfolio. The hotel is the first five-star hotel to open at the Auckland Airport precinct, being only 100m from the front entrance of the international terminal. Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport Hotel is set to quickly establish itself as one of New Zealand’s most architecturally striking hotels.
Moxy Hotels debuts in Canada’s Coastal City
Moxy Hotels, announced the opening of Moxy Halifax Downtown, marking the brand’s debut in Canada. True to the brand’s experiential voice, the hotel boldly reinvents the traditional hotel stay with vibrant guest experiences and lively, sociable service.
Spectacular openings in 2024 from IHG Hotels & Resorts Greater China
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), is paving the way for exciting developments in 2024. After a significant revival in Greater China’s cultural and tourism industry in 2023, IHG anticipates strong consumption of energy and market confidence in the new year. As an industry leader, IHG is exploring both preferred and emerging destinations in the region under its “True Hospitality for Good” vision.









