Introducing Nirjhara in Bali, a resort redefining sustainable luxury

Surrounded by a meandering river forming part of the subak rice field irrigation system and neighbouring a local community that has preserved its authentic Balinese charm, the resort drew inspiration from traditional local villages reminiscent of the landscapes that the owners first encountered when traveling to Bali in 1996.

In order to showcase the island’s unique natural features, 85% of Nirjhara’s 25 suites face distinctive views of waterfalls, terraced rice paddies and a gentle river. The resort’s lush garden, planted with […]

Angsana to debut in Malaysia with Penang resort

Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts will be raising the Angsana flag in Malaysia, with the launch of Angsana Teluk Bahang, Penang in 2Q2020.

The 250-key resort will offer a variety of room and suite categories, with the most extravagant accommodation option being the penthouse which will come with a private sky garden and outdoor jet tub.

A rendering of the Angsana Teluk Bahang, Penang

Resort’s facilities include five F&B outlets; an infinity pool by the Jubilee Pavilion, a unique extended deck for relaxation; […]

Natour signs for Lombok property

JAKARTA – State-owned hotel company PT Indonesian Natour (HIN) has signed with another state-owned company, Indonesia Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC), to build a five-star hotel in the Mandalika complex on Lombok.

HIN’s president director Iswandi Said the new hotel would be well equipped to handle the meeting, incentive, conference and exhibition sector (MICE).

The Mandalika Resort on Kuta Bay in south Lombok is positioned as an eco-destination. The overall development will incorporate the latest environmentally friendly technologies such as solar farms, Seawater […]

China hotel occupancy rates dive 75% over CNY period

Hotel occupancy in mainland China showed a 75% decline over a two-week period during this year’s Chinese New Year holiday, according to preliminary data from STR, which said performance was significantly worsened by the outbreak of novel coronavirus.

“The Chinese New Year holiday week, extended by three days this year, normally sees a significant shift in travel patterns across the country with very specific hotel occupancy movements,” said Jesper Palmqvist, STR’s area director – Asia Pacific.

China hotels see a 75 per […]

Indonesia eyes domestic, regional tourists to plug China gap

With the coronavirus outbreak taking its toll on travel businesses across the region, Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy (MoTCE) is looking to cover the shortfall by targeting more domestic and regional tourists, as well as lobbying airlines to reroute their flights.

The Ministry will work with the industry and other government agencies to boost domestic tourism, particularly, in destinations most hurt by the drop in Chinese tourism like Bali, Manado and Bintan.

Indonesia looks to domestic and regional tourism to […]

Rosewood Yangon now open

YANGON – Housed in what’s the former New Law Courts built in 1927, Rosewood Yangon opened its doors on Feb 10, 2020, the ultra-luxury heritage hotel located in the city’s historic centre where the junction of the famous Strand and Sule Pagoda Roads meet.

“We are thrilled to be a launching point for ‘affluential explorers’ to begin a journey of discovery in one of world’s most evocative, captivating and still relatively undiscovered destinations,” said Sonia Cheng, CEO of Rosewood Hotel Group.

Offering […]