Set among coral reefs, turquoise lagoons, and soft white sands, Shura Island opens as the beating heart of The Red Sea, the place where the destination truly comes alive. As the vibrant hub of this pioneering new world of travel, the island brings together world-class hospitality, adventure, and relaxation across...
Hilton Reaffirms Commitment to Sustainable Stays Across South East Asia
As World Sustainability Day approaches on 29 October, Hilton is reaffirming its commitment to redefining sustainable travel with impactful initiatives across South East Asia. From hosting carbon-neutral events to donating surplus food to local communities, Hilton hotels in the region are taking meaningful steps to reduce environmental impact while creating...
Asia Pacific Hospitality Newsletter – Week Ending 24 October 2025
Japan-based Daiwa House REIT Investment Corporation (“Daiwa House REIT”), a real estate investment trust sponsored by Daiwa House Industry, is set to acquire the 280-key Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi-Shinjuku from Japan-based Fuyo General Lease Co., Ltd. (“Fuyo Lease Group”) for JPY10.174 billion. This translates to approximately JPY36.3 million a key....
Europe Hotel Transactions Bulletin – Week Ending 24 October 2025
Spanish owner-operator Grupotel has acquired the four-star, 210-room Barceló Conil Playa in Conil de la Frontera, Spain from Spanish asset management company Wingenia. The beachfront property is situated in the south of Spain, about 100 kms west of Gibraltar. The hotel opened in 2021 and includes three restaurants, three bars...
Leveraging Mentorship for Hospitality Career and Industry Advancement
When Dana Kelly, Owner of Penrose Hospitality Solutions, found herself wanting to pivot her career from working in behavioral health to a role in the hospitality industry, she didn’t know where to start. Setting out in an industry in which she had few connections or business acumen, Dana sought out...
100th Sonesta Chooses Visual Matrix PMS
Visual Matrix, as a preferred PMS provider to Sonesta International Hotels (Sonesta), proudly announces the 100th Sonesta choosing to adopt the Visual Matrix Platform. Since being selected as one of Sonesta’s preferred PMS partners, Visual Matrix has rapidly expanded its support across the brand’s diverse portfolio, reinforcing its position as...
The Next Shift in AI Distribution: From MCP to A2A, and Why It Matters for Hotels
Over the past year, we’ve all been talking (and hearing) a lot about MCP, the Model Context Protocol. It’s the new standard introduced by Anthropic and now being adopted by OpenAI and Google — essentially a new, more intelligent way for AI models to connect to real-world data and tools.
48% of Thai Hoteliers Report Missing Revenue Opportunities Weekly Due to Lack of Responsiveness: SiteMinder Research
Forty-eight percent of Thai hoteliers acknowledge they miss revenue opportunities at least weekly—such as when competitors adjust rates or new events are announced—because they cannot respond fast enough, according to new research by SiteMinder, the world’s leading hotel guest acquisition and revenue platform.
How sustainable in-room amenity kits make everyday comfort eco-conscious and memorable
Today is the final day to stop by Booth 831 and explore how family-friendly hospitality and sustainability can come together, from creative key cards to fully sustainable amenity kits like bamboo toothbrushes, razors, combs, and sugarcane slippers.
Agoda spotlights UNESCO gems across Asia for the culture seeker
Digital travel platform Agoda has released a curated list of Asia's lesser-known UNESCO cultural sites, perfect for travelers seeking unique experiences off the beaten path.
