Shangri-La Asia Expands With First European Hotel
Shangri-La Asia, parent company of Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts, has acquired the historic palais of Prince Roland Bonaparte with plans to convert it to the Shangri-La Hotel, Paris in late 2008, marking the group's European debut.
South Korea Issues Travel Alert For Chinese Cities
The South Korean government has issued a travel warning for Koreans traveling to several Chinese cities, citing continuing crimes against its citizens staying or traveling in China.
Africa To Be Hot Chinese Tourism Destination
Xinhua reports that all the major travel agencies in Beijing have had their travel groups to Africa fully booked despite still one week to go before the long Spring Festival holiday.
Hilton Shanghai Wins Award Of Excellence
Hilton Shanghai took home The Award of Excellence for its services provided at their airport counter for arriving and departing guests at Shanghai Pudong International Airport. The Airport Administration authorities awarded it for a consecutive second year. The top spot was shared by Hilton Shanghai and Grand Hyatt. Photo shows Hilton Shanghai Director of Operations […]
Three New Super 8 Hotels Open
Super 8 Hotels has announced the official opening of three new Super 8 Hotels in eastern China.
Ctrip Appoints New Chief Executive Officer
Ctrip.com announced the promotion of Min Fan to be Ctrip's new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.
Sino Express Enhances Hotel Wholesale Operation With Acquisition
Sino Express Travel plans to acquire 100% of YTD Limited, a Guangzhou-based hotel room wholesale travel company.
Mainland Threshold Lowered For Hong Kong And Macao Travel Agencies
The China National Tourism Administration (CNTA) and the Ministry of Commerce of China have jointly announced rule changes regarding setting up a foreign travel agency in the Chinese mainland.
BJTA To Regulate Travel Service Labor Contracts
The Beijing Tourism Administration (BJTA) has issued a circular saying that it will post online the names of travel agencies that delay to pay the tour guides or do not sign an employment contract with them.
Building Boutique Hotel Brands In China
Red Capital defines China retro-chic through hip hotels, cool clubs and alternative media. Red Capital's distinguished style in restoration of historic buildings, unique entertainment concepts, and experimental media productions, brings China lifestyle to a new epoch. Laurence Brahm is the founder and the heart behind Red Capital.
New Four Seasons Developments In Shanghai, Taipei And Macau
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has entered into letters of intent for new development projects in Shanghai, Taipei and Macau.