As the new Italian Chef at Mezzo Mezzo, Avigo aims to elevate the restaurant’s identity through modern techniques, premium ingredients, and contemporary expressions of authenticity.As the new Italian Chef at Mezzo Mezzo, Avigo aims to elevate the restaurant’s identity through modern techniques, premium ingredients, and contemporary expressions of authenticity.
Thailand’s hospitality sector is entering a new cycle where value creation is driven by asset reinvention rather than organic market recovery. The post-pandemic rebound has exposed structural gaps in competitiveness and product differentiation, while a new generation of design-conscious, digitally enabled and experience-driven travelers is reshaping demand. At the same time, a new wave of luxury and lifestyle hotels is raising the bar across multiple segments.Thailand’s hospitality sector is entering a new cycle where value creation is driven by asset reinvention rather than organic market recovery. The post-pandemic rebound has exposed structural gaps in competitiveness and product differentiation, while a...
Minor Hotels, a global hospitality group with hotels, resorts and branded residences across 59 countries, announces the upcoming launch of NH Hua Hin in Thailand’s royal seaside town. Minor Hotels will assume management of the hotel from 16 January 2026.Minor Hotels, a global hospitality group with hotels, resorts and branded residences across 59 countries, announces the upcoming launch of NH Hua Hin in Thailand’s royal seaside town. Minor Hotels will assume management of the hotel from 16 January 2026.
AC Hotels by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the opening of AC Hotel by Marriott Manila, which marks the lifestyle brand’s debut in the Philippines. Elegantly positioned in the iconic GLAS Tower, designed by ASYA Design – a platinum LEED certified building in Manila’s central business district, the hotel sets a new standard of modern hospitality where European heritage blends seamlessly with Filipino warmth. The new hotel has been expertly crafted to deliver The ’Perfectly Precise’ AC Hotel experience, as a sanctuary for discerning travellers who value thoughtful design, effortless...
Over the past few years, the rapid growth of short-term rentals has prompted city level and national governments to introduce more regulatory frameworks.Over the past few years, the rapid growth of short-term rentals has prompted city level and national governments to introduce more regulatory frameworks.
Today’s guests expect more than just a clean room and friendly service; they want a simplified, digital-first journey from booking to check-out. But many hotels still rely on a patchwork of legacy systems and multiple tech vendors to manage crucial touchpoints like digital hotel check-in, ID verification, payment pre-authorisation, digital room keys, and mobile check-out. This fragmented approach creates friction for guests and headaches for staff while they spend more time fighting the systems than helping their guests.Today’s guests expect more than just a clean room and friendly service; they want a simplified, digital-first journey from booking to check-out. But...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has soared in popularity over the past three years, rapidly transforming multiple industries. Among the most promising developments is the convergence of AI with sustainability in the hospitality sector. Leading industry reports and forward-looking white papers highlight how hotels will harness AI-driven sustainability to redefine operations, guest experiences, and environmental impact in the coming decade.Artificial Intelligence (AI) has soared in popularity over the past three years, rapidly transforming multiple industries. Among the most promising developments is the convergence of AI with sustainability in the hospitality sector. Leading industry reports and forward-looking white papers highlight how hotels will...
In his new role, Singh will oversee the resort’s strategic direction, focusing on Westin’s core pillars of wellbeing and intuitive service to establish the property as Rajasthan’s premier luxury and wellness destination.In his new role, Singh will oversee the resort’s strategic direction, focusing on Westin’s core pillars of wellbeing and intuitive service to establish the property as Rajasthan’s premier luxury and wellness destination.
Leela Palaces Hotels and Resorts has established a new company. This subsidiary, Leela Imperial Suites Private Ltd, will focus on luxury hotels and resorts. It will operate and develop properties under the well-known ‘The Leela’ brand. The incorporation was finalised on January 5, 2026. Business operations are set to begin soon.Leela Palaces Hotels and Resorts has established a new company. This subsidiary, Leela Imperial Suites Private Ltd, will focus on luxury hotels and resorts. It will operate and develop properties under the well-known ‘The Leela’ brand. The incorporation was finalised on January 5, 2026. Business operations are set to begin...
In his new role, Padmanaban will oversee all culinary operations at the hotel, with a focus on menu innovation, consistency in execution, and elevating dining experiences across the hotel’s restaurants and banqueting spaces.In his new role, Padmanaban will oversee all culinary operations at the hotel, with a focus on menu innovation, consistency in execution, and elevating dining experiences across the hotel’s restaurants and banqueting spaces.