The Virginia, US-headquartered hotel chain operator, bought by private equity firm Blackstone in 2007, planned to focus on expanding its top luxury hotel brands, including Waldorf Astoria and Conrad....
What’s in a star anyway? China’s economy hotel chains are booming and They are pushing out 2- and 3-star hotels; but at the top of the market 5-star properties are still growing fast, creating a polarised market....
Everywhere we went we found hoteliers facing similar challenges: How to adapt to changes in technology and traveller behaviour, and use social media to drive higher awareness, guest satisfaction and revenue? here are eight key takeaways fro...
The influx of apps lead many, including those in the hospitality industry, to contemplate the need for a personalized app for their individual properties. But not all industries should take the leap....
With Chengdu"s star rising, opportunities abound for the hospitality industry, and Ritz-Carlton has taken notice. It currently has eight hotels in China and plans to open an additional eight over the next three years....
Jin Jiang International has signed a management contract with Yunnan Jia Yi Real Estate for the of Stone Forest Jin Jiang International Resort. The resort is scheduled to open in February 2014....
Four Points by Sheraton has unveiled its global pipeline of hotels that sets the stage for a milestone 200th opening in 2014. The brand reached its 175th hotel in 2013....
As economic growth has slowed in Europe and the United States, Asian locations now dominate lists of the existing and projected hot spots for luxury hotel and resort growth....
Hilton Worldwide has appointed Paul Malcom as its Head of Sales for Europe. After 30 years at Marriott International, Mr Malcom joins the company to spearhead sales....
DANIEL FUEGLISTER,a 35-year industry veteran, has been named as the new General Manager of the Swisstel Kunshan, in eastern China’s Jiangsu province....