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%
UNWTO: International tourism numbers and confidence on the rise
The latest issue of the UNWTO World Tourism Barometer from the World Tourism Organization shows that international tourism continued to grow over the first quarter of 2019. Though at a slower rate when compared with the last two years.
Marriott to open 1000 hotels by 2020
Company targets 1,000 properties open by end 2020, a nearly 40 percent increase, and expects to add an estimated 40 percent more job opportunities in Asia-Pacific. @Marriott
DoubleTree by Hilton to expand to Asia Pacific
Nearly half of future development planned in growing tourism and business hubs across the region. @doubletree
