Hotels & Tourism
Ascott expands Oakwood brand with 16 new property signings in 2024
Ascott expands Oakwood brand with 16 new property signings in 2024
The Oakwood portfolio now comprises nearly 100 properties.
2 days ago
China to lead inbound bookings to Singapore this Lunar New Year
The primary departure cities in China remain Shanghai, Beijing, and Guangzhou.
2 days ago
CDLHH NZ launches offer to buy remaining shares in Millennium & Copthorne Hotels
The offer is for $2.25 per share, payable in cash.
4 days ago
SIA extends title partnership with F1 Singapore Grand Prix
The extension will be for another four years.
Heeton Holdings’ Bhutan hotel to open doors in Q2 2025
The property is set to be the largest hotel in the country with 87 rooms.
Singapore’s hotel RevPAR growth seen at 2-3% in 2025
It also noted over 5,000 new rooms will enter the market between 2025 and 2027, particularly in the upscale to luxury segments.
Singapore enters top 10 global city destinations
Euromonitor International’s index listed the top 100 most attractive cities.
West Air to launch new Lhasa-Chongqing-Singapore route
The route will start operating on 25 December.
Tourism recovery remains limited as international visitors lag pre-COVID figures
Whilst tourism receipts exceed 2019 levels, inflation and a strong dollar may deter regional tourists from China, India, and ASEAN.
Singapore Flyer operator Straco’s Q3 earnings plunges 28.6% YoY
The decline was mainly due to exchange losses from the weakening Renminbi.
Japan emerges as the top year-end holiday destination for young Singapore travellers
Travellers also favored regional destinations like Australia, Malaysia, China, and South Korea.
IMDA, MWG to pilot Autonomous Mobile Robots at Mandai Wildlife Reserve
The trial will begin in the first quarter of 2025.
A beacon of sustainable luxury: The Apurva Kempinski Bali takes home ‘Best Sustainable Hotel’ title at prestigious 2024 ULTRAs Awards at Kensington Palace in London
The five-star resort recognised globally as a leader in luxury hospitality for its commitment to environmental, social, and governance principles.
Singapore Tourism Board unveils two initiatives to boost sustainable tourism
Tourist attractions may pursue certification starting in 2026.
Singaporeans second largest visitor group to Western Australia
WA welcomed 34,000 Singaporeans during the second quarter.
First Sponsor cautiously optimistic about a market turnaround in China
As a result, pre-sales for its China projects remained subdued.
Chef Jean-Baptiste Natali: Leading the Culinary Artistry at Koral Restaurant
One Michelin Star culinary visionary redefines casual fine dining at Koral, Bali’s first aquarium restaurant.
Commentary
Adapting to changing consumer needs in an evolving property market