According to ForwardKeys, the travel setback caused by the Coronavirus outbreak has now spread beyond China, with other parts of the Asia Pacific region experiencing a 10.5% slowdown in outbound travel bookings for March and April, excluding trips to and from China and Hong Kong.
Choice Hotels boosts APAC portfolio
Choice Hotels announces six new properties across Australia and New Zealand
STR: Asia Pacific hotel performance for October 2019
Hotels in the Asia Pacific region reported negative results in the three key performance metrics during October 2019, according to data from STR.
Mark Simmons named SVP at Forbes Travel Guide
Forbes Travel Guide announced the appointment of Mark Simmons to the role of Senior Vice President, Partner Services — Asia Pacific, to lead its operations in the region.
Accor to open 22 Hotels in Philippines
Accor will expand its portfolio in the Philippines with a record-setting nine new hotels signed this year which will be managed by the international augmented hospitality group.
5 key traveller trends in 2020 across APAC
Sabre Corporation, a technology provider to the global travel industry, released the results of an APAC-wide study that compiles insight from over 500 travel professionals.
Virtuoso’s Global Awards recognizes regional success
Virtuoso has recognized its Global Award Winners during Virtuoso Travel Week’s Gala Dinner in Las Vegas, identifying outstanding advisors and agencies across the globe, including those in the Asia Pacific region.
Marriott partners with CNN to inspire global travelers through new digital content
Marriott International has partnered with CNN International Commercial (CNNIC) for a new digital initiative on CNN Travel which offers audiences an unparalleled travel insight into Asia Pacific’s 14 most desirable leisure destinations.
Hannes Bos appointed Vice President Commercial APAC for Radisson
Based at Radisson Hotel Group’s regional head office in Singapore, Hannes will sit on the group’s Asia Pacific Executive Committee.
Hyatt to expand luxury portfolio in Asia Pacific with 21 new hotels by 2020
The new Park Hyatt, Grand Hyatt, Andaz, and Alila branded properties will boost Hyatt’s luxury brand footprint in the region by over 25%
