Hilton Signs Two Hotels at Delhi International Airport
Hilton announces partnership with Delhi International Airport Limited to open Waldorf Astoria and Hilton Hotels at GMR Aerocity.
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Dusit Thani Misses Filing Deadline as Family Dispute Escalates
The heirs of Dusit Thani’s founder refused to approve audited 2024 financial statements, delaying auditor appointments and triggering a trading suspension.
Hilton Brings Tru Brand to Asia Pacific with Vietnam Openings
Hilton partners with ROX Group to open the first Tru by Hilton properties in Vietnam, marking the brand’s Asia debut.
Hilton Plans India Footprint Expansion and Introduces New Brands
Hilton plans to double its Indian presence, bringing Waldorf Astoria, Conrad, and LXR brands while DoubleTree remains its largest footprint.
Marriott to Manage First Autograph Collection Property in the Philippines
Marriott expands with Sydney Parramatta hotel, converts The Farm at San Benito into Philippines' first Autograph Collection resort.
Hong Kong Hoteliers Watch Golden Week Nervously
Industry watchers expect Hong Kong to see at least single-digit growth in the number of mainland tourists over the five-day Labour Day Golden Week.
Singapore's GIC Acquires Stakes in SAMHI Hotels Units
Singapore's GIC is investing $88 million for 35% stakes in three SAMHI Hotels units to develop upscale hotels across India.
Indonesian Hotels Hit by Government Spending Cuts
In Indonesia, hotel occupancy rates in several regions have plunged to as low as 20% as the budget cuts have stripped away a vital source of income for hotels.
Vietnam Overtakes Singapore as Third-Most-Visited Country in Southeast Asia
Vietnam surpassed Singapore to become the third-most-visited country in Southeast Asia, with 17.5 million international arrivals in 2024.
India to Add One Million Hotel Rooms by 2029
India's organized hotel industry is set to exceed 3 million rooms by 2029, driven by religious tourism, rising incomes, infrastructure projects, and major airport developments.