After two decades in hospitality in Malaysia, New Zealander Aarron Nelson, is relocating to Thailand to become general manager of Meliá Hotels International’s first INNSiDE property in the country.
Radisson Hotel Group signs Thailand’s first Radisson RED hotel in vibrant Patong Beach
Slated for opening in late 2023, Radisson RED Phuket Patong Beach marks the conversion of an existing property in the heart of Patong Beach, which will now be fully renovated and relaunched in line with Radisson RED’s bold design and brand standards. Owned by Destination Group, which recently partnered with Radisson Hotel Group to open both the Radisson Resort & Spa Hua Hin and Radisson Resort & Suites Phuket, this signing reaffirms the Group’s ability to meet the needs of guests and owners in a wide variety of markets – including Asia’s most popular destinations – with innovative brands and attractive business models.
Fairmont Hotels and Resorts signs with AWC to open the first property in Thailand
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of world leading hospitality group Accor, and Asset World Corp Public Company Limited (AWC), Thailand’s leading integrated lifestyle real estate group, today announced the signing of the first Fairmont hotel in Thailand. Fairmont Bangkok Sukhumvit is set to open in 2024 as the first project signed under AWC’s multi-property framework agreement with Accor, elevating Bangkok as a global hub for luxury leisure, business and group travel. Under this partnership, AWC and Accor will open more than 1,000 keys across multiple Accor-branded hotels in key tourist destinations throughout the country, providing unique offerings and experiences for guests, and strengthening Thailand as a sustainable tourism destination.
Centara to debut in Japan with Centara Grand Hotel Osaka
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, is set to make its debut in Japan with the launch of Centara Grand Hotel Osaka, a gleaming 33-storey tower that will become a new landmark in this vibrant metropolis.
Thailand gears up for the return of Chinese tourists
China is back! the Chinese government announced that it would reopen the country’s borders and allow its citizens to take overseas vacations for the first time since early 2020. For many destinations, the return of the world’s largest outbound travel market – accounting for a staggering 155 million international trips in 2019¹ – will provide a huge boost to their economies following the challenges of the last three years.
Jono Hotels welcome Savvy European Travellers
Jono Hotels (‘Jono’), Thailand’s newest innovative hotel group dedicated to a new generation of digital nomads, invites savvy European explorers to rediscover ‘The Land of Smiles in 2023. Jono’s unique positioning as a fun, happy-go-lucky brand lets every guest squeeze the utmost out of their travels and uncover the heart and soul of their chosen destination.
IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Vignette Collection brand lands in Patong, Thailand
IHG Hotels & Resorts one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is proud to announce that its Luxury & Lifestyle collection brand, Vignette Collection, will come to the famed beach destination of Patong in partnership with Dinso Resort Co., Ltd in mid-2023.
Dusit Hotels and Resorts becomes first hotel chain in Thailand to offer 100% organic rice
Following a ‘Farm-to-Table’ concept, the company is working directly with farm collectives in northeastern Thailand to source the finest
organic Jasmine rice for use in its restaurants and staff canteens – all while supporting sustainable development.
JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort Suites open on southern Thailand’s Andaman coast
Khao Lak’s second JW Marriott resort is a seafront retreat featuring two-bedroom suites for family getaways.
Cross Hotels & Resorts soon to open Away Bangkok Riverside Kene
Away Bangkok Riverside Kene is a beautiful 169-key lifestyle property located just steps from the Chao Phraya River.
