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Starboard Hotels Acquires Seven Accor-Branded Hotels, Expanding UK Portfolio to 28 Properties and Over 3,000 Rooms
7 September 2026🌍 UK hospitality saw seven Accor-branded hotels (913 rooms) acquired by Starboard Hotels and LaSalle Investment in their first private equity JV, marking 28 UK hotels and 3,000 rooms for Starboard. At Lake Como, Bain Capital sold a 148-room property to Sansiri Capital within six months of opening. Meanwhile, US RevPAR rose by 1.7% (week ending 29 August) to $100.69, and the GSA increased FY2027 US lodging per diem to $113 from 1 October.
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New York’s ADR and RevPAR Surge by 24% and 27.1% Respectively During July, Boosted by World Cup Final
27 August 2026📈 New York City’s July RevPAR surged by 27.1% to $305.74, driven by the World Cup Final. US occupancy rose to 69.7%, while ADR increased by 5.7% to $171.74. In July, Detroit’s occupancy jumped 10.7% to 70.7%. Lodging technology faces challenges, with 42% of hoteliers experiencing friction due to complex systems. US hotel wages are projected to reach $131 billion this year. PPHE Hotel Group’s H1 revenue rose by 4.7% to £209.3 million, with EBITDA up 6.3%.
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IHG Signs Major 14-Hotel Conversion Deal in Kyoto, Expanding Portfolio with 1,063 Rooms Managed by GCP Hospitality
24 August 2026📊 IHG, in collaboration with GCP Hospitality, will convert 14 hotels comprising 1,063 rooms in Kyoto over the next year. Google’s agentic hotel booking test in the U.S. partners with Amadeus and potentially Sabre, involving major brands like Booking and Expedia. Expedia data indicates a 20% increase in Asia Pacific bookings, with European bookings within a zero to six-day window up by 25%. Turkey saw a 55% rise in domestic searches, and Canadian July RevPAR grew 9%.
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André Fu’s New Book, “A Designer’s Vision,” Explores 15 Years of Iconic Projects, Released by Assouline.
24 July 2026📚 André Fu, an interior designer from Hong Kong, has his 15-year career chronicled in a monograph, “André Fu: A Designer’s Vision,” released by Assouline on 24 July 2026, priced at £100. The book covers projects like The Upper House and St Regis in Hong Kong, Waldorf Astoria Osaka, and London’s Berkeley Hotel Pavilion Suites. It’s divided into three parts, including Heritage Reimagined, and features interviews with collaborators such as chef Daniel Calvert.
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Dusit International Opens First Hotel in Japan with WE Hotel Toya, Dusit Collection in Hokkaido
30 June 2026🏨 Dusit International opened the WE Hotel Toya, Dusit Collection in Hokkaido, Japan—its first hotel in the country. Located on Lake Tōya within the Toya-Usu UNESCO Global Geopark, it is 100 minutes by car from New Chitose Airport. Originally designed in 2018 by Kengo Kuma & Associates, the hotel boasts 55 lake-view guestrooms and three villas, each with private open-air baths. The newly rebranded dining options include EZO Cuisine, The Noodle Bar, TARU Bar, and Toya Bar.
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Linehouse Designs Interiors for Bangkok’s Central Park Shopping Centre with Silver, Copper, and Bronze Atriums
25 June 2026🏬 Central Park, located next to Bangkok’s Lumpini Park, features interiors by Chinese studio Linehouse. This mixed-use development, on the former site of the Dusit Thani Hotel, includes a hotel, residences, offices, and a six-story retail podium. Spanning 40,000 square meters, the shopping center has four levels of fashion retail and two dining levels. Its design is centered around three metal-clad atriums—silver, copper, and bronze—symbolizing prosperity in Thai culture.
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Dusit highlights rare convergence of Michelin recognition across hotels, dining, and the culinary talent it has trained
4 February 2026🏨 In 2025, Dusit International saw three of its hotels—Dusit Thani Bangkok, Kyoto, and Mactan Cebu—earn one Michelin Key each. Cannubi by Umberto Bombana in Bangkok became the first Italian restaurant in Thailand to receive a Michelin Star. Alumni from Dusit Thani College, including chefs from AKKEE and GOAT Bangkok, also garnered Michelin Stars. Le Cordon Bleu Dusit in Bangkok continues to train award-winning chefs like Pichaya ‘Pam’ Soontornyanakij, named Asia’s Best Female Chef 2024.
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Nearly 70% of Hospitality Sector Now Committed to Use Only Cage-Free Eggs, New Industry Report Finds
26 January 2026🍳 Bangkok, 2025: Lever Foundation reports 69% of Thailand’s hotel industry, over 115,000 rooms, pledge for cage-free eggs. Six hotel groups, including COMO and Capella, complete transitions early. Another 28 groups, like Marriott and Hilton, plan global cage-free policies. 31% remain without commitments, including Dusit International. Cage-free eggs are safer and more humane. Lever Foundation aids hotels in adopting sustainable practices, emphasizing food safety and animal welfare.
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7 luxury travel trends shaping 2026
21 January 2026🏨 Preferred Hotels & Resorts predicts future luxury travel trends for 2026, emphasizing sports, heritage, wellness, design, pet travel, nature, and boutique seafaring. Sportcations connect hotel stays with events like Houston Rockets games and Jaipur polo matches. Heritage hotels open in historical buildings, such as Serras Sevilla in a 20th-century site. Wellness programs integrate tech, like red-light therapy in Florida. Boutique cruises expand in Egypt, and pet services flourish, including a dog fragrance in New York.
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Dusit records all-time high hotel signings in 2025, positions for a strong year of openings in 2026
14 January 2026🏨 In 2025, Dusit International achieved a record 24 hotel signings, expanding in Asia, the Middle East, and beyond. New projects include Dusit Hotel AG Park in Chengdu, dusitD2 Feydhoo in the Maldives, and Tantawan Tented Camp in Chiang Rai. Dusit also signed its first properties in Indonesia and Japan. With over 50 properties in development, Dusit plans to open 1,400 new rooms in 2026, spanning several countries, including Thailand, India, and Saudi Arabia. The portfolio consists of 296 properties…
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Live from the 25th Hospitality Awards, discover the winners!
25 November 2025🏨 Emmanuel Macron, President of France, supported the 25th Hospitality Awards in 2025. Recognizing pioneers like Robert H Burns and others, the event highlighted Kempinski’s Flourish program, Meliá’s sustainability initiative, and Marriott’s anti-trafficking efforts. VisitBritain’s campaign drove £20 per £1 spent. Club Med’s anniversary reach included 16M impressions. Rotana co-founders Nasser Al Nowais and Selim El Zyr were honored for their 33-year legacy. Sofitel’s transformation emphasized sustainable luxury.
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Here we are: Best Innovative Social Responsibility Initiative
24 October 2025📖 Club Med opens resorts to those who can’t afford holidays, fostering inclusion and well-being. Dusit International launched “Tree of Life” in 2023, with 31 ESG criteria aligned with UN goals. Marriott trained 1.5 million associates against human trafficking, partnering with PACT and others. OKKO HOTELS offers free stays to parents of hospitalized children. Palladium Hotel Group’s “Palladium Cares” initiated in 2022, with 580 projects globally. The Social Hub dedicates 1% of revenue to the TSH Talent Foundation for education…
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Dusit International Launches Ninth Hotel Brand, Dusit Hotels
30 September 2025🏨 Thailand, September 30, 2025: Dusit International launched Dusit Hotels, its ninth brand, expanding globally with upper-upscale experiences in strategic locations. With 294 properties across 18 countries, including 55 hotels and resorts, the new brand operates in Doha, Hanoi, and Chengdu, with a Manila location opening in 2026. Dusit Hotels targets 120-300 keys per property, emphasizing local culture and smart technologies. The company plans eight more signings within two years, driven by developer interest.
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Dusit Thani Dubai Guests Enjoy Smart, Connected Experiences Through OKKAMI
21 August 2025📱 Dusit Thani Dubai partners with OKKAMI to enhance guest experiences via the Dusit Hotels & Rewards App in Dubai. Guests can manage their stay, explore dining at venues like NoLo and Benjarong, and book spa treatments at Namm Spa using the app. The hotel is centrally located near Dubai’s business hubs, emphasizing wellness and sustainability. OKKAMI supports over 45,000 rooms worldwide with its integrated hospitality platform, offering multilingual support and 75+ vendor integrations.
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Explore, Book, and Experience Dusit Thani Pattaya Through the OKKAMI-Powered App
20 August 2025📱 OKKAMI powers the Dusit Hotels & Rewards App, available on iOS and Android, uniting all Dusit properties like Dusit Thani Pattaya. Guests manage bookings, check rates, and access early bird offers through the app. The Dining section features The Bay, The Cascade Restaurant, and more, for reservations or in-room dining. The app also includes experiences, wellness treatments, and Dusit Gold membership management, ensuring a personalized and connected stay.
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Interview with Gilles Cretallaz, CEO of Dusit International
19 August 2025🏠 Over three years ago, Dusit International appointed a new CEO, surprising many. The CEO oversees expansion, focusing on Europe with projects in Greece and France and regions like India, China, and the Middle East. The goal is 100 properties globally. Dusit Thani hotel opened in Bangkok’s Dusit Central Park, a $1.5 billion project. Dusit targets a 15-20% annual RevPAR growth. The “Tree of Life” program promotes sustainability, and their entry into France is set for 2026.
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Interview with Gilles Cretallaz, COO of Dusit International
19 August 2025📈 Dusit International’s CEO, appointed over three years ago, focuses on global expansion. Plans include projects in Greece and a French venture with Sydel Group. Dusit aims for 100 properties worldwide, leveraging management contracts. The USD 1.5 billion Dusit Central Park in Bangkok opened last September. The company achieved 20-30% revenue growth and attracts 50,000 new Dusit Gold members monthly. Sustainability is prioritized through the “Tree of Life” program, with 31 initiatives across properties.
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Oman Air and Turkish Airlines expand travel…
19 August 2025✈️ Oman Air partners with Turkish Airlines for loyalty points exchange, enhancing Sindbad members’ benefits on trips to Türkiye, Europe, and more. Following Oman Air’s oneworld alliance entry, members gain rewards across 900 destinations. Despite halving losses to $187 million in 2024, Oman Air plans new routes. In 2025, UK routes add four weekly flights, aiming for double-daily by summer 2026. Point-to-point passengers increased from 75,000 to 200,000 (2024-2025). Oman hotels’ revenues rose 17.3% in early 2025.
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Dusit Thani Hua Hin Delivers Seamless Guest Services with OKKAMI-Powered App
18 August 2025Dusit Thani Hua Hin is now live on the Dusit Hotels & Rewards App, powered by OKKAMI. Available on both the App Store and Google Play, the app makes it easy for guests to browse room types, check real-time availability, and book directly from their mobile devices, all in one place. Once paired to their room, guests can instantly begin placing service requests and enjoy a fully connected stay. With the Personalize Your Stay feature, guests can chat with hotel…
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Dusit Thani Dubai
13 August 2025デュシタニ ドバイ OKKAMIは、Dusit Thani Dubaiとのパートナーシップにより、Dusit Hotels & Rewardsアプリを通じて、シームレスでパーソナライズされたゲスト体験を提供できることを大変嬉しく思います。ドバイの中心部に位置するDusit Thaniは、タイの優雅さとエミラティのおもてなしを融合し、ラグジュアリーな滞在をお届けします。さらに、OKKAMIのテクノロジーを導入し、ゲストとのスムーズな繋がりがさらに強化されました。 このアプリでは、到着前のチェックインからリアルタイムのサービスリクエストまで、滞在のあらゆる側面を管理できます。多言語サポートと直感的なナビゲーションにより、飲食店を検索したり、テーブル予約やルームサービスの注文をアプリから直接行うことができます。 Experienceセクションでは、ホテル内のアクティビティや周辺の観光スポットを見つけることができ、滞在計画やドバイ探索を簡単に行うことができます。究極のリラクゼーションのために、ホテルのNamm Spaでは、アプリから閲覧・直接予約できるさまざまなホリスティックウェルネスプログラムを提供しています。さらに、最新のオファーを閲覧したり、Dusit Goldメンバーシップの特典を管理したりすることもでき、滞在中にホテルとゲストが繋がりのあるパーソナライズされた体験を楽しむことができます。 OKKAMIは、ゲストの旅のあらゆる側面を向上させるテクノロジーをDusit Thani Dubaiに提供できることを誇りに思います。革新性と直感的なデザインを融合させることで、ホテルはよりパーソナライズされ、シームレスな体験を提供しやすくなり、ゲストは宿泊中の体験すべてを自分の思い通りにコントロールできるようになります。OKKAMIは、Dusit Thaniとのパートナーシップを今後も継続し、スマートホスピタリティの未来を一つひとつの特別な滞在を通じて再定義していくことを楽しみにしています。 Hotel Website 【ホテルWEBサイト】 Hotelについて Dusit Thani Dubaiは、市街の中心部にあるラグジュアリーなオアシスで、中東のエレガンスさとタイならではの温かなおもてなしで贅沢なひとときをお楽しみいただけます。ドバイの中心部に位置するホテルは、主要なビジネス地区からわずか5分という絶好のロケーションにあり、ドバイモールや世界的に有名なブルジュ・ハリファへも簡単にアクセスすることができます。 種類豊富な世界各国の料理をお楽しみいただけるダイニングや設備の充実した最先端のイベント施設があり、出張にも観光にも最適な快適性と利便性を兼ね備えております。 OKKAMIについて OKKAMIは、loTスマートルームコントロール、ゲスト及びスタッフのリクエスト管理、統合型ライブチャットプラットフォーム、そして高機能なCRMを含む包括的なホスピタリティプラットホームを提供します。OKKAMIのソリューションは、収益部門を強化、業務の効率化、顧客とのつながりを支援します。現在、OKKAMIは北米、ヨーロッパ、アジアを中心に世界各地の４５,０００室以上の客室にサービスを提供しており、業界をリードするホスピタリティ関連企業７５社以上とのパートナーシップを実現しています。 Please click here to access the full original article.
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Dusit Beach Resort Guam Enhances Guest Experience with OKKAMI-Powered App
10 August 2025OKKAMI is proud to power the Dusit Hotels & Rewards App, making it easier than ever for guests to connect with Dusit properties worldwide. With the recent addition of Dusit Beach Resort Guam, guests can now enjoy a seamless digital journey, from booking their stay to accessing in-house services all in one place. Through the app, guests can check availability, view rates, and make reservations. Once on property, the app offers a wide range of convenient services. Guests can chat…
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Dusit Hotels : Dusit International expands its portfolio with a new hotel brand
17 July 2025🏨 Dusit International expands with three new Dusit Hotels in Doha, Hanoi, and Chengdu, aiming to provide tailored experiences. A new hotel in Greenhills, Manila, is set to open in 2026. Each property features 120-300 rooms with amenities like destination dining and wellness services. With 294 properties in 18 countries and over 60 in development, Dusit plans to sign eight more hotels in key destinations within two years, targeting the upper-upscale market.
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Dusit International to gain a foothold in France through its partnership with Sydel
10 July 2025📍 Dusit International, a 75-year-old Thai institution with 300+ establishments in 22 countries, recently expanded to Europe. CEO Suphajee Suthumpun and Gilles Cretallaz aim to introduce Dusit hotels in Germany, Austria, and France. Three prospective projects in France are in negotiation. A cooperation agreement was signed on July 10, 2025. Sydel, led by David Elgrably, aids in asset identification, leveraging its hotel real estate expertise. 📍
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10 Reasons why I love Manila, Philippines
21 March 2025🗽 Manila’s cultural diversity includes Malay, Chinese, Spanish, and American influences, celebrated through various festivals and traditions. Historical sites like Intramuros and Rizal Park tell the city’s past. Known for hospitality, Manila’s locals create a welcoming environment. The city’s culinary scene is a highlight, with dishes like sinigang and adobo. Malls in Manila serve as hubs for shopping, dining, leisure, and errands. Manila Bay is famous for its sunsets. Religious traditions are deeply rooted, with events like the Feast of…
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dusitD2 Chiang Mai: Elevating Hospitality with OKKAMI’s Seamless Solutions
20 January 2025OKKAMI is thrilled to collaborate with dusitD2 Chiang Mai, located near the iconic Chang Klan Road. This prime location places guests in the heart of Chiang Mai’s vibrant night bazaar and key cultural landmarks, offering an ideal blend of urban convenience and modern comfort. The introduction of the Dusit Hotels & Rewards app, powered by OKKAMI, elevates the guest experience to new heights. From seamless booking and check-in processes to real-time multilingual support, the app provides a streamlined, guest-centric experience.…
