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Thailand postpones casino bill debate amid opposition, while major hotel groups including IHG, Accor, and BWH expand across India.

Cambodia saw a 13.3% year-on-year rise in January tourist arrivals, led by Thailand, Vietnam, and China, with a 2025 forecast of up to 7.5 million visitors.

The ALIS Conference reflected cautious optimism about the hotel industry's future, with hopes for policy changes, modest RevPAR growth, transaction market challenges, and a suggestion that Taylor Swift could boost travel demand.

A JLL survey reveals growing optimism in hotel investments, with rising cross-border activity, first-time buyers, and a focus on luxury and extended-stay assets despite challenges from increased capital costs.

Marriott International is expanding its City Express by Marriott brand into the U.S. and Canada, entering the affordable midscale segment.

Top-end brand Aman has a new global wellness ambassador, and they don't settle for second rate. Meet tennis superstar Novak Djokovic.

The DJIA, Nasdaq, and S&P 500 rose on Friday, while Canada's hotel industry saw a slight decline in occupancy in July 2024 after three months of increases.

Hilton acquires a majority stake in Sydell Group to globally expand the NoMad Hotels brand, with plans for up to 100 properties and integration into Hilton's commercial platforms, while NoMad Las Vegas will rebrand, addressing Hilton's gap in the luxury market.

India's hospitality sector in 2023 saw a record investment of $401 million, marking a near fourfold increase from 2022, with robust growth in hotel transactions, signings, and openings, particularly in tier-two cities, and an optimistic revenue growth forecast for FY2025 driven by spiritual tourism.

Hilton announced a new exclusive partnership with AutoCamp to offer Hilton guests an experience that blends the spirit of an iconic outdoor adventure with the hospitality and design-forward thinking of a boutique hotel.