According to the China Tourism Academy, the number of Chinese outbound tourists stood at 97.3 million in 2013 and is expected to grow to 200 million travellers by 2020.
Having a website that is carefully designed, technically flawless and rich in useful information is not enough; the webpage must also be understood by potential visitors.
China Lodging Group announced that it has appointed Hui Chen as Chief Financial Officer, effective May 22, 2015.
Primed to open in the heart of Ulaanbaatar on 3 June is Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts’ latest luxury hotel -- Shangri-La Hotel, Ulaanbaatar.
As Chinese travelers are on the move more often and in greater numbers than ever, is the travel industry doing enough to cater to them?
Ctrip isn’t going to take over 100% stake in eLong, and will keep it as a public company in order to gain approval from the regulatory body.
Capital inflows from Asia-based groups, particularly toward the purchase of luxury hotel assets, is altering the face of ownership in the U.S. and cities such as Sydney.
Accor Advantage Plus, Asia Pacific’s favourite paid loyalty programme with over 350,000 members across 17 countries, has a new name and a new, more generous spirit.
Mandarin Oriental International Limited has announced that it is to acquire the Hotel Ritz, Madrid in a joint venture with The Olayan Group, a Saudi Arabian multinational group.
RMS Hospitality Solutions will introduce RMS 9+ which will improve the way hotels manage real-time data and how they communicate with guests.
Hilton Worldwide and Room to Read today announced the next step in their shared commitment to create greater access to educational opportunities for youth.
If hoteliers want a piece of this enticing pie, they need to understand that Chinese travelers’ needs differ from other travelers (although there are some similarities to other travelers as well).
Hotels, especially small and mid-sized who don’t have enough budget and time to spend on marketing often take the social media route to connect with guests.
Vivint’s doorbell cam costs about the same as its competitors’—$199—but it’s about half the size, measuring 4.45 inches tall by 1.5 inches wide.
Ctrip, China’s top travel site, this afternoon announced it has taken a US$400 million stake in long-time arch-rival eLong.
Starwood has plans to unveil some of its new features by the end of 2015. Which means the future of hotels might be closer than you think.
While the company runs higher-end hotel chains such as the St. Regis and the W, Starwood is leaning on these particular locations to test some of its latest tech innovations.
The best thing you can do to make that job easier? Illustrate your hotel’s unique experience by putting the right hotel photographs front and center on your Website.
Guest Intelligence is the in-depth analysis of online reviews and guest satisfaction survey data – which includes both during- and post-stay surveys.
Triptease announced a technology integration with Sabre’s industry-leading SynXis Booking Engine. It will now be able to seamlessly integrate Triptease’s Price Check widget.
China leads the pack. According to a report issued at the ITB Berlin, one in 10 international trips begin in China, and the market will continue to grow.
Responding to guest reviews on social media websites can be time consuming for busy hotel operators. A few tricks can help ease the process.
Slated to open in 2017, Cachet Boutique Wuhan brings signature lifestyle and vibrant creativity to the oopular business & leisure destination.
Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company, today announced the global launch of its groundbreaking new loyalty program, Wyndham Rewards®.