Category Hotel, Tourism, Organisations & Operators

Meliá Hotels International strengthens its presence on the Costa del Sol with a new resort complex

Meliá Hotels International, Spain’s leading hotel company, has announced the upcoming addition of the Holiday World Resort complex to its portfolio. Located in Benalmádena, one of the most iconic and popular destinations on the Costa del Sol, the three hotels and premium apartment complex that make up Holiday World Resort will become part of Meliá‘s offering in Málaga as of next March.

Heritage Gem La Résidence Phou Vao in Luang Prabang Starts a New Chapter

Fresh from a comprehensive renovation that honours its rich heritage while introducing contemporary luxuries, La Résidence Phou Vao has reopened following a full transformation. Perched atop tranquil Phou Vao Hill, the reimagined sanctuary offers sweeping views of Luang Prabang’s UNESCO-listed temples and sacred mountains, paired with refined comforts that reflect its history as the official guest house for state visitors and dignitaries.

Raffles Bali Launches Heliport, Redefining Seamless Travel and Sky-high Discoveries

Raffles Bali is pleased to announce the introduction of its private heliport, a new facility designed solely to offer in-house guests a graceful and effortless way to explore the island from above. Situated within the resort’s tranquil 23-hectare estate, the heliport began operations in late 2025 and reflects the resort’s ongoing commitment to creating meaningful pathways for exploration and ease of travel.

Oman hotel revenues up more than 18% to OMR193.4 million as hospitality expansion continues

Hotel revenues in Oman rose by more than 18% year-on-year between January and September 2025 to reach a new nine-month high of OMR193.4 million (US$505 million), according to leading real estate advisory and property consultancy, Cavendish Maxwell.

In the same period, room revenues climbed by nearly 21%, occupancy rose by 13%, hotel guest numbers grew by 9% and employment in the hospitality sector increased by 5.3%, the company said.

IHG Hotels & Resorts signs first Holiday Inn hotel in Nepal’s Sudurpashchim Province

IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Club Chaulani Ltd. to develop Holiday Inn Dhangadhi, a 115-key hotel in Dhangadhi, Nepal. Scheduled to open in Q1 2028, the signing marks IHG’s entry into the Sudurpashchim Province and reflects the company’s strategy to expand its presence in high-potential, underserved markets across South Asia.