In yesterday’s interview with Hilton executive Matt Fry, we discussed the Asian expansion of Hilton. Today, Hilton’s SVP of development in Asia Pacific and I hone in on the MICE industry and the continued success of the company’s award winning work culture.
MICE work if you can get it: Hilton exec chats Asian meetings industry and work culture Read More »
In the last part of my interview with Hilton’s senior director of customer engagement, loyalty and partnerships in Asia Pacific, about the brand’s recent study into the travel motivations of APAC’s more enthusiastic travellers, Sarah Somerville divulged the necessity of unique and real experiences when trying to capture the imagination, and revenue, of 21st century
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The scaling up of a company’s presence using the franchise model, in the hospitality sector, has gained significant traction in Europe, it was revealed this week. Following a study, from industry consultant HVS, it was discovered that major brands have made use of franchising to drive growth in new markets. Brand affiliation in Europe is
Franchising in Europe is the “preferred means of expansion for midmarket properties” Read More »
Airbnb has long been a threat to hotel companies as it offers cheaper accommodation. The start-up also enables hosts to earn money by opening their homes to travellers.
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According to analysts at industry consulting partner Lodging Econometrics, China’s hotel construction pipeline remains strong with record-breaking figures.
China’s hotel construction pipeline hits all-time high Read More »
Hilton Hotels & Resorts announced the opening of Hilton Taipei Sinban marking its return to the Taiwan market after 15 years.
Newly launched: Hilton Taipei Sinban Read More »
Hilton has announced the opening of three luxurious hotels of Al Habtoor Group in Al Habtoor City – the new luxury district in the heart of Dubai right on the banks of the Dubai Water Canal.
Hilton rebrands three luxurious Al Habtoor Group’s hotels in Dubai Read More »
Chinese conglomerate HNA Group is reportedly considering to sell Radisson Hotel Group to pay its debt.
HNA considers selling Radisson Group to repay $100B debt Read More »
No sooner than I include the Hilton Kuala, Lumpur on my list of the top four meetings and events locations in the Malaysian capital a couple of weeks ago, Hilton Worldwide upgrades its MICE potential with the introduction of the group’s Meet with Purpose programme into the region.
Hilton Malaysia introduces ‘Meet with Purpose’ programme Read More »
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island has announced the submersion of the resort’s new undersea residence The Muraka, slated for completion by the end 2018.
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island unveils the “world’s first undersea residence” Read More »