Hotels & Tourism
FHT's Singapore RevPAR falls 7.2% YoY amidst easing travel demand
FHT's Singapore RevPAR falls 7.2% YoY amidst easing travel demand
Occupancy also declined in 9M 2024.
Hotel Properties opens first Four Seasons hotel in Japan
This is the group’s first hospitality asset in Japan.
ICA begins token-less clearance at Changi, to complete the rollout by September
The agency also expanded its QR code clearance to motorcyclists.
Genting Dream is the first largest cruise ship to berth in Phuket
The 150,000 gross tonnage Genting Dream reached the milestone on 24 July.
Singapore reclaims spot as most powerful passport in the world
Singapore beat a six-country tie to claim the top position.
Singapore advised to diversify events for year-round tourism boost
Strategic event placement and hospitality packages key to maintaining tourist influx.
Singapore tops the list of safest cities for tourists: Forbes
Singapore received the top travel safety rating and the lowest natural disaster risk.
Singapore hospitality on track for expansion
“Stellar line up of events in Q1 significantly benefitting hoteliers.”
Singapore needs to go beyond concerts to amplify tourism
An expert said Eras Tour packages thrived on popularity and ticket scarcity.
Mapletree, Marriott ink hotel management deals in Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City’s first JW Marriott branded hotel to open in September.
Over 40% of Singaporeans pay FX fees when travelling abroad: report
Majority of travellers still use cash, only about half use credit cards.
Hotel ADRs to outperform in 2024 with packed event calendar
April 2024 year-to-date Average Daily Rates was $288.
STB launches tender for new wellness attraction at Marina South Coastal site
It seeks proposals with innovative and high-quality concepts that promote wellness.
Frasers Hospitality ramps up overseas expansion
The company looks to open 20 more locations over the next four years.
Singapore is APAC’s top business travel destination: report
The city was the most visited country in the region last year.
CityDev’s New Zealand subsidiary names new finance VP
Anand Rambhai has worked in finance and treasury roles across New Zealand and the UK.
Blockbuster events, tourist surge buoy Singapore’s hotel market: CBRE
Taylor Swift's concert was among the highlight events of 2024.
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