(IN SHORT) Accor and LVMH have formed a strategic partnership to rejuvenate the Orient Express brand, famous for its luxurious travel experiences since 1883. Under Accor’s ownership, plans include launching new hotels in Rome and Venice, reintroducing historic trains, and unveiling the first Orient Express sailing ship by 2026. LVMH’s investment aims to enhance the… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways becomes the new ‘Title Sponsor’, ‘Tour Finals Title Sponsor’ and ‘Official Airline Partner’ of Premier Padel Multi-year partnership will see Official tour renamed ‘Qatar Airways Premier Padel Tour’ and tour finals renamed to ‘Qatar Airways Premier Padel Finals’ (IN SHORT) Qatar Airways has entered into a significant multi-year partnership with Premier Padel, becoming… Read the full press release
Activation of agreement with Neste marks airline’s first SAF investment in Asia (IN SHORT) Emirates has launched its sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) initiative at Singapore Changi Airport in collaboration with Neste, marking its first SAF deployment in Asia. Approximately 3.3 million liters of blended SAF have been integrated into Changi Airport’s fueling system. This move… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Minor Hotels has announced two key promotions at its properties in Thailand. Ahmed Asim has been appointed as the General Manager of Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas, moving from his role as Resort Manager at Anantara Riverside Bangkok Hotel. Frederic Kolde takes over as General Manager of Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort, transitioning… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Minor Hotels has achieved remarkable success at the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2024, securing 22 prestigious accolades across various categories. Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas led the wins with multiple honors, including recognition for Best Resorts and Best House Reefs in the Maldives. The awards highlight Minor Hotels’ excellence in luxury… Read the full press release