Starting 11 March 2021, Qatar Airways to become the first airline in the Middle East to begin trials of the innovative new IATA Travel Pass ‘Digital Passport’ mobile app, in partnership with the International Air Transport Association (IATA), IATA Travel […]
GHM is set to open a 91-key luxury resort at Katara Cultural Village in Qatar’s capital city, Doha. Expected to open in July 2022, the resort will comprise of 59 rooms and suites as well as 32 chalets and villas. The […]
Fairfield by Marriott is slated to open six hotels across four prefectures by August 2021. Of the six hotels, the 72-key Fairfield by Marriott Mie Odai opened its doors on March 9. The other properties are: Fairfield by Marriott Kyoto Minamiyamashiro […]
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has announced its plan to prepare for the recovery of tourism and the resumption of international travel. The strategic plan outlines the division of an HK$1.138 billion (£127 million) budget for the next financial […]
The Dubai Department of Tourism & Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) has joined forces with various authorities to ensure establishments across the tourism ecosystem are fully implementing precautionary measures to combat Covid-19. The move comes after the city was forced to […]
Galaxy Entertainment Group has signed a deal with Accor to open an exclusive all-suite tower, Raffles at Galaxy Macau, within the integrated resort in 2H2021. Located on the resort’s east promenade, Raffles at Galaxy Macau will feature approximately 450 suites, […]
The Aman Residences, Tokyo will be located in the Toranomon-Azabudai development which will also house Japan’s first Janu hotel – Aman’s sister brand. As an 8.1-hectare hub, the 30 year-old Toranomon-Azabudai project, where both properties will be based, is due for […]
The Ritz Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands opening in June 1st this year, there are 100 villas, all embodying the true spirit of the Maldives. Minimalist, circular architecture and a philosophy of wholeness reflect the Maldivian culture and environment. A turquoise […]
Oakwood plans to open its seventh property in Thailand, and the fourth in the Kingdom’s capital city, in May. The Oakwood Hotel & Residence Bangkok, scheduled to open on 19 May 2021, will add 142 studios and one-bedroom apartments to the […]
The first Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection ship will carry the name Evrima, tracing its roots to a name of Greek origin meaning “discovery.” The Evrima was originally scheduled for a February 2020 debut, which was postponed to June 2020 due to […]