There has always been a hint of romance to the words road trip; so much, in fact, that it has become the premise for novels like Jack Kerouac’s On the Road or films like Easy Rider and even the satirical…
Speaking at HoSkar Night Manila on 29th October at the Grand Hyatt Manila, Savills Hotels senior director and head for Southeast Asia Mauro Gasparotti unpacked the structural surge behind luxury real estate and the rapid rise of branded residences across…
Four years of culinary exploration, a renewed passion for Mediterranean cooking and a remarkable hospitality team give one of Sathorn’s favourite dining addresses a fresh chapter. BANGKOK, Thailand. Great food, a good glass of wine and no rush to leave.…
While technical ceilings and evolving visa policies shape travel patterns across regional hubs, the Philippine hospitality sector is anchoring its performance on sustained average daily rate (ADR) discipline, resilient domestic demand, and a forthcoming wave of upscale and luxury inventory.…
Jin Jiang Hotels Malaysia has announced plans to introduce Southeast Asia’s first Renjoy Hotel in Desaru, Johor. The move follows a management agreement with Techvance Hotel & Resort. The existing Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa will be…
Marriott International has signed an agreement with Himalayan Bliss Spa & Resorts to bring Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts to Rishikesh, India. Le Méridien Rishikesh Resort & Spa is scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2028, with 120…
Everyone loves to eat, and the growing number of those willing to travel for excellent food has given rise to gastronomic tourism over the years. Also referred to as culinary tourism, this booming global sector earned US$80.47 billion in revenues…
As a travel journalist, one of the most difficult things to witness at an airport is the sight of individuals being taken into or out of the airport by representatives of the local social welfare or overseas employee welfare authorities.…
It’s that time of year again as the Michelin Guide is poised to either announce the establishments that have made it into its revered annals for 2027 or has already awarded the worthy institutions throughout Asia and the rest of…
Earlier this month, we had the opportunity to attend the 2026 edition of Anthology, the ASEAN architectural festival, in the historic district of Intramuros in Manila. This year’s festival revolved around the theme Shared Ground, prompting discussions on the architecture…