Hotels & Tourism
COTD: F1 Singapore GP sparks 20% rise in inbound travel, 30% in tourist spending
COTD: F1 Singapore GP sparks 20% rise in inbound travel, 30% in tourist spending
Hong Kong led traveller spending with over 200% increase.
Vouch raises $3.3m in new funding round
The startup has also announced the expansion of its product suite.
What were the top-mentioned brands at the F1 Singapore Grand Prix?
This is according to the data gathered by Meltwater.
Average hotel room rates drop 0.1% YoY to $282.26 in August
The ARR rose 1.7% MoM.
Hotel views spike three-fold near music venues
This is due to tourists’ strong interest in events and concerts.
Velocity Ventures, Pinetree Securities, KTO to boost tourism tech
The partnership offers new opportunities for startups, investors, and government entities, focusing on technology advancement.
Trip.com forecasts strong F1 Singapore GP attendance with booking surge
Total booking volume for this year’s race week rose 60% compared to last year.
InterContinental Bali Resort Triumphs as Best Meetings Hotel in Indonesia at M&C Asia Stella Awards 2024
The M&C Asia Stella Awards celebrate excellence by recognizing outstanding contributions and innovations in the MICE sector.
NParks completes redevelopment of Jurong Lake Gardens
This was opened along with the restoration of Chinese and Japanese gardens.
Jewel Changi Airport forges 3-year partnership with Trip.com to boost tourism
The partnership will offer new tourism programmes for travellers.
5 challenges threaten Singapore workers’ willingness to engage in business travel
Seven in 10 workers consider business travel essential for career advancement.
Sentosa launches Singapore’s first accessible beach track
The beach track will be tested until 31 October 2024.
Visitor growth boost Straco's H1 net profit to $10.49m
Net profit was up 64.5% YoY.
Far East Hospitality sets Singapore record with 16 GSTC certifications
The company attributed its feat to efforts such as emissions tracking.
Singapore ranks 2nd most popular destination for Chinese business travel
Business travel spending in the city-state is also anticipated to increase by more than 75%.
ARA US Hospitality Trust hit by 4.4% YoY NPI drop on revenue shortfall
Its revenue slipped 2.4% YoY in H1 2024.
Siloso Beach reopens for water activities after oil spill cleanup
The water quality at the beach has returned to normal levels.
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