New tax refund policy boosts May Day holiday shopping in Shanghai
The latest tax refund policy boosted sales in Shanghai during the five-day May Day holiday, with the city's departure tax refund sales increasing 1.5 times year-on-year and the amount of…
China’s appetite for LAC products fuels bilateral economy
Cooperation between China and Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) countries has been fruitful and mutually beneficial, with bilateral trade expanding steadily. High-quality agricultural products such as soybeans from Brazil and…
IDeaS Accelerates Growth and Builds Business Momentum in Greece
ATHENS – IDeaS, a SAS company and the world’s leading provider of hospitality revenue management software and services, reports record-breaking growth in Greece. This rapid expansion is driven by a…
Pioneering Entrepreneur William Heinecke Inducted into School of Hotel and Tourism Management Gallery of Honour
The School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is delighted to announce that Mr William HEINECKE, Founder and Chairman of Minor International PCL,…
Why Operational Excellence Is Now a Cross-Department Mandate
Today’s guests arrive with higher expectations than ever, and they’re not thinking about departments. They’re thinking about how smoothly their check-in goes, whether their room is spotless, and how quickly…
Nine Lessons for Hoteliers from Taylor Swift and Beyoncé
What do Taylor Swift, Beyoncé and the world’s most admired hotels have in common? They provide a masterclass in brand, loyalty and customer experience. In the latest episode of Matt…
Design Overview: Aliée, Istanbul – a Bold Luxury Hotel on the Historic Golden Horn on the Bosphorus
This June, design duo Dayna Lee and Ted Berner, with their design team at Powerstrip Studio, based in Los Angeles, will unveil their latest project: Aliée, a bold new luxury…
Club Med Reengineers Leadership Structure to Drive Strategic Growth Across East, South Asia Pacific and China
Singapore – Club Med, the global leader in premium all-inclusive holiday experiences, has announced a strategic restructuring of its Asia Pacific operations, consolidating three existing Business Units into two integrated…
Centara Hotels & Resorts Celebrates “Best of the Best” Recognition at Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards 2025
Bangkok, Thailand – Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, proudly announces that 18 of its global properties have been recognised in the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards 2025, with…
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Unveils New Global Brand Campaign – Fairmont Presents “Make Special Happen” – a Cinematic Tribute to the Brand’s Heritage as Storied Celebrators
Hong Kong/Singapore – World-renowned luxury hospitality brand, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, today reveals its new global brand campaign, Fairmont Presents ”Make Special Happen”. Paying homage to the brand’s centurion heritage…