Hotels & Tourism

Don’t call it Xenophobia

Singapore has experienced a surge of anti-foreigner resentment over the past decade leading some media outlets to claim a trend in rising xenophobia...

Don’t call it Xenophobia

Singapore has experienced a surge of anti-foreigner resentment over the past decade leading some media outlets to claim a trend in rising xenophobia...

Sim Mong Yeow resigns as Global Premium Hotels' Executive Director

Sim Mong Yeow was also the company's Chief operating Officer.

Budget-constrained shoppers avoiding CapitaMalls

Shopper traffic in 1H slowed to 3% from 3.6% YoY while tenant sales have a sadder story.

Singapore travelers couldn't care less about global slowdown

Singaporeans most likely to go on holidays than Asian peers, survey shows.

Weddings on the Bay 2012 at Marina Bay Sands

Over 200 couples were invited to their first wedding showcase event.

Visitor arrivals up 15% in Q1

Top contributors to visitor arrivals were Indonesia, China, Malaysia, Australia, and Japan.

Charity gala dinner launches Hotel Fort Canning

The 86-room heritage boutique hotel will officially open on 27 July.

Marriott Hotel goes down memory lane

2 winners of the hotel experience campaign may win a 3-day 2-night’s stay and a SG $300voucher.

Hotel Grand Central issues profit warning

The Group is expected to report a loss for the 2nd quarter due to the proposed demolition of the Orchard Road hotel building.

Chinese flocking to Australia for luxury and leisure

The shorter flights coupled with a wealth of luxury brands and casinos helped push it ahead of Europe as the top tourist destination.

Medical tourism revenues to hit more than S$2bn in 4 years

Raffles Medical Group stands to be a key beneficiary of expected influx of 851K medical travelers to Singapore from 2012-16.

Genting Singapore will lose big under stricter Casino Control Act

The government has proposed higher penalties and gambling deposits which will deter high-rolling VIP clients.

Special 47th birthday deals at Orchard Hotel kick off 1 Aug

Various specials are up for grabs for Singapore's National Day. 

Chinese gifting tradition at Regent Singapore

12 varieties of mooncakes are available at Summer Palace, Regent Singapore 27 August to 30 September.

Enjoy exclusive weekend room deals at Carlton Hotel Singapore

From now till 31 December 2012, guests can experience weekend pampering at Carlton Hotel Singapore from $180++.

Singapore's largest luxury spa to open at Resorts World Sentosa

ESPA, a 10,000 sq.m. luxury spa, will be available starting 6 July.