Harilela Hotels has set its sights on Singapore as the third home for its acclaimed hotel brand The Hari, complementing the existing properties in London and Hong Kong. The spring 2027 opening will see the Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre transformed into a luxury 326-bedroom hotel featuring a rooftop pool, executive lounge, dining and wellness experiences, and the brand’s signature..

Informa Markets and Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced the signing of a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on May 27, 2026, to support the launch of The Festival of Connoisseurs (the "Festival") in Hong Kong. Under the MoU, HKTB and Informa Markets will work together to position Hong Kong as the host city of The Festival of Connoisseurs from 2026 to 2028. Before...

IRIS Reps has announced its strategic partnership with Hong Kong-based DMC, UR Travel Limited, marking a significant expansion of its outbound portfolio for the Indian travel trade. Having represented Hong Kong in the Indian market for over a decade through leading hospitality brands, IRIS Reps will now offer end-to-end destination packages, strengthening its ability to service trade partners...

Long-haul favourites, however, are losing momentum. Bookings to France (–54 percent), Germany (–37 percent), Australia (–54 percent), the United States (–34 percent), and New Zealand (–65 percent) are declining sharply. High fares, longer travel time, and more complex planning are pushing travellers toward closer, better-value experiences.