Hotels & Tourism

Marina Bay Sands ends lawsuit with $9.1m payment

Marina Bay Sands ends lawsuit with $9.1m payment

It was sued last year to recover funds that was allegedly said was sent to other patrons in 2015.

Ascott Residence Trust projects 80-90% revenue plunge

It expects its revenue per available unit (RevPAU) to remain under pressure.

City Developments expects notable losses in H1

Measures to control the pandemic have adversely impacted the group’s hotel operations.

‘Hybrid' events arise as MICE industry adapts in a post-pandemic era

The sector’s recovery will likely be slow as the ‘new normal’ entices major changes.

Far East Hospitality opens hotel in Tokyo

It has an opening promotion of 15% discount with a complimentary late check-out.

EHT commences forensic accounting probe on sponsor

Master lessors issue two notices of default to relevant master lessees.

Ascott declares 100% free bonus for rewards programme members

Healthcare staff will get up to 40% off at Ascott’s participating properties worldwide.

Singapore, China opens fast lane for essential business and official travel

The Lion City will be connected to six Chinese provinces and municipalities.

Chart of the Day: Passenger movements drop 71% YoY in March

This is due to border closures and the circuit breaker period.

Chart of the Day: Far East Hospitality Trust's master leases led by fixed rents

Slow demand poses a risk to hotels receiving mainly fixed rents.

Hotel RevPAR drops 62% YoY in Q1

The impact of the pandemic was most felt by hotels within the upscale segment.

Eagle Hospitality Trust posted net loss of $12.67m in Q1

The rental receivables from its master lessees in Q1 were fully impaired.

Genting's EBITDA plunged 55% to $146.89m in Q1

Its flagship property Resorts World Sentosa took a severe hit from the pandemic.

Tourism receipts grew 12.8% to $7.1b in Q4 2019

The growth was led by the 18% YoY increase to $2b in other components.

Hotels bank on contactless tech to entice guests during coronavirus pandemic

Firms are installing self check-in kiosks, chatbots, direct booking applications, and digital in-room dining services.

STB unveils $20m marketing programme for tourism firms

It aims to support marketing costs and award funding boosters to companies.

How hotels and employers should prepare for disasters

There are multiple security layers that firms should lay out for their employees’ safety.