Ayala Land has increased its capital investment in the 320-hectare Lio Estate in El Nido, Palawan, to cater to growing demand for long-stay tourism and second homes. The expansion includes new transport links, a 3.7-kilometre boardwalk and a 16.3-hectare mixed-use district called Sitio Aplaya, while dedicating more than half of the coastal development to protected ecological zones.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has officially opened Hyatt Place Jiaxing Nanhu, debuting the brand in the historic water town of Jiaxing, China. The new 241-room hotel expands Hyatt's presence in the Yangtze River Delta region, offering modern rooms, 24-hour dining and business amenities near South Lake.
Blacksand has signed a major agreement with Marriott International to build ten new hotels across Saudi Arabia. The four-year multi-brand project will introduce more than 1,300 rooms across the country. Key properties will span luxury, premium and extended-stay sectors. The first location is scheduled to launch in Riyadh, with construction and design planning already underway to support national tourism growth.
Vietnamese developer Sun Group has formed a strategic alliance with Singaporean operator The Ascott Limited. The deal introduces 1,700 premium accommodation rooms across Ho Chi Minh City and Phu Quoc. Four distinct international hospitality brands will be deployed to capture diverse traveler demographics. Notably, the partnership debuts the lifestyle concepts lyf and HARRIS in Vietnam, aiming to prolong visitor stays and elevate local tourism competitiveness.
Miraval Resorts and Spas has opened its first international location, Miraval The Red Sea, on Shura Island in Saudi Arabia. Announced on 9 June 2026, the 180-room adults-only wellness retreat blends the brand's mindfulness philosophy with local heritage. The eco-friendly resort features the largest spa on the island, plant-forward dining and specialised wellness programs powered completely by renewable energy.
The World Travel & Tourism Council has named Meliá Hotels International as its newest global member. The Spanish hospitality brand operates more than 400 properties across 46 countries. This strategic partnership aims to drive public-private sector collaboration and accelerate sustainable practices within the global tourism industry.
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