Automatic - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 93

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Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection debuts as the world’s tallest hotel

🏨 Ciel Dubai Marina opened as the world's tallest hotel at 377 meters, featuring 82 floors and the world's highest infinity pool on level 76. Located in Dubai Marina, it offers vibrant dining with Tattu, West 13, East 14, and Risen Café. Managed by The First Group, it provides access to major Dubai attractions and will open a spa on Level 61 by February 2026. Part of IHG's Vignette Collection, launched in 2021, now with 27 hotels globally.

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InterContinental debuts the first international luxury resort in Ha Long Bay

🏖 InterContinental Halong Bay Resort opens within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ha Long Bay, Vietnam. The resort features 275 rooms, six dining venues, a spa, kids' club, and meeting spaces. Highlights include Japanese cuisine at Roku & Star Bar, inspired by six classic techniques, and a curated Sake Library. The resort joins IHG’s global portfolio of 231 InterContinental hotels, including seven in Vietnam. InterContinental celebrates its 80th anniversary in 2026.

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UN Tourism Welcomes TikTok Superstar Khaby Lame as Ambassador, Recognizing Pivotal Role of Creative Economy

📷 Khaby Lame becomes the UN Tourism Ambassador, announced during the organization's General Assembly in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With a staggering TikTok following, he will focus on promoting responsible tourism, cultural heritage, and sustainable practices. His efforts will highlight tourism's developmental power and emphasize youth engagement and "hidden gem" destinations. UN Tourism comprises 166 countries, 6 territories, and over 500 private sector members, underscoring its global influence and commitment to sustainable development goals.

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Dar Global and The Trump Organization Announce Two Global Firsts: Trump International Hotel Maldives and the World’s First Tokenized Hotel Development Project

🏨 Dar Global and The Trump Organization announce Trump's first hotel in the Maldives, Trump International Hotel Maldives, featuring 80 luxury villas. Located 25 minutes from Malé, the resort opens by the end of 2028. This project introduces the world's first tokenized hotel development, allowing investors to participate from the development phase. This collaboration combines luxury with financial innovation, expanding Trump's legacy to this exclusive destination.

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STR Weekly Insights: 2-8 November 2025

📈 U.S. RevPAR rose 6.2% for the week ending 8 November, with occupancy up 1.5% and ADR up 3.6%. Despite the government shutdown, room demand increased by 813K from last year. San Francisco and Washington, D.C. reported 43% RevPAR growth. In India, RevPAR grew 55.8% in Bengaluru. Latin America saw a 20% RevPAR increase led by Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, and Honduras. Global RevPAR rose 7.9%, with Italy’s Rome showing a 33.3% rise.

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A New Era Dawns in Western Sydney: Cabravale Club Resort Opens Its Doors with a Spectacular Celebration

🏖 Cabravale Club Resort opened in Western Sydney, with a grand celebration attracting thousands. Located in Cabramatta, the resort features a 140-room Novotel hotel, multiple dining options, and one of Western Sydney's largest event centres. The opening event included performances by Guy and Jules Sebastian, traditional lion dances, and a drone display. This marks the first phase of a multi-year transformation, with plans for a major convention centre and more dining options. The Club celebrated its 100th anniversary in July.

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Whitebridge APAC Hotels Monitor, Issue 12

📈 According to McKinsey, Q2 2025 saw strong economic activity in parts of Southeast Asia. Vietnam excelled, with a +15.4% increase in GOPPAR. Tokyo's RevPAR and GOPPAR grew by +17.4% and +18.3% respectively, while Singapore and Jakarta faced declines. Chinese tourism surged due to relaxed visa rules. India remained a fast-growing economy, and Australia projected 10 million tourist arrivals by 2026. Transaction hotspots included Hong Kong, Singapore, and South Korea, focusing on single asset deals.

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HVS Asia Pacific Hospitality Newsletter – Week Ending 14 November 2025

📈 JD Properties acquired the 102-key George Williams Hotel in Brisbane, Australia from YMCA Queensland for approximately AUD34 million. The hotel underwent AUD1.2 million in refurbishments. ???? In Hong Kong, the Tang Shing-bor family sold the 45-key Hotel Victoria Tsim Sha Tsui for HKD118 million, a 64% loss from its 2018 purchase. ???? AB Capital acquired two hotels in Osaka, Japan, to be rebranded under City Express by Marriott, expanding its portfolio to 11 assets. Renovations are due by 2026.

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Twenty-five years of gradual transformation, the “legacy of hospitality”

🛡️ In 2000, Georges Panayotis founded the Hospitality Awards to highlight hotel industry innovations. Over 25 years, the sector evolved from standardization to unique identity-driven experiences. Post-Covid, hospitality merged work, leisure, and wellness, emphasizing sustainability and experiential luxury. Digitalization reshaped operations, while human capital regained importance. ESG policies now guide investments. The industry’s transformation reflects a shift towards data-driven, meaningful experiences, blending hospitality with sectors like mobility, retail, and health.

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STLY: The Reporting Zombie

📈 In the world of hotel revenue management, over-reliance on the "Same Time Last Year" (STLY) metric can lead to either complacency or panic. This metric compares current performance to the same period last year, often misleading decision-makers due to varying conditions. The article highlights the pitfalls of basing decisions solely on STLY, advocating for a comprehensive analysis of current trends and live forecasting. Advanced Revenue Management Software (RMS) should provide context, transforming raw data into actionable insights.

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