Meetings Go Green In Post-Copenhagen China
The most direct effect on China of the recent and inconclusive Copenhagen Climate Conference is that carbon reduction has become an an issue in every aspect of economic and social life, including the hospitality and travel industry.
Antaeus Group Set To Build First Casino Hotel In China
According to a report in Sina.com, Antaeus Group has started construction of its Mangrove Tree Resort in Sanya Bay and, having had changes to its design, is expected to be the first branded casino hotel in mainland China.
The Luxury Collection Inks Deals For First Hotels In China
Starwood Hotels and Resorts' The Luxury Collection brand has signed two deals to open the brand's first hotels in China.
Sheraton Dameisha Resort Welcomes Cheng As GM
Sheraton Dameisha Resort has announced the appointment of Anthony Cheng as its new general manager.
Grand Metropark Resort Sanya Celebrates Grand Opening
The five-star Grand Metropark Resort Sanya has had its grand opening, marking the official entry of the resort brand managed by HK CTS Hotels Company into the Hainan International Tourism Island.
Jumeirah To Manage Luxury Hotel In Hangzhou
Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company, has been appointed by GT Land Holdings Limited to manage a luxury hotel in the Yangtze River Delta tourism hub of Hangzhou.
Developing China's Sanya Into A Top Global Travel Destination
Liu Kaiqiang is the director of Sanya Tourism Association. He recently shared with China Hospitality News his thoughts on the development of the tourism industry, and the meetings, incentive travel, conventions, and exhibitions business in Sanya and on the tropical island of Hainan.
Northeast Airlines Enters Guilin With Two Regional Routes
Northeast Airlines has come to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport, and it has opened routes from Guilin to Baise and to Beihai.
Deer Air Sets Up Sanya Branch
The HNA Tourism subsidiary, Deer Air, has set-up its first branch in Sanya, Hainan.
Hawaii Governor Visits "China's Hawaii"
During her recent official visit to China, the governor of Hawaii, Linda Lingle, visited Sanya on Hainan Island, which is known as "China's Hawaii." Stephen Ford, the general manager of Sheraton Sanya Resort and the vice president and area managing director for Starwood in South China, and his entire management team welcomed Governor Lingle and […]
Costa To Increase Investment In China In 2010
Costa Crociere S.p.A., the largest cruise company in Europe, announced at the Fourth China Cruise Industry Development Summit held in Sanya that it will introduce a new ship, Costa Romantica in 2010, to take the place of Costa Allegra.