Newsletter - 02nd April 2026

Daily News Updates / 02nd April 2026

Hospitality
Banyan Tree Samui Crowned Best Spa Resort in Thailand at Luxury Spa Edit Global Spa Awards 2026 The tranquil island retreat of Banyan Tree Samui has once again earned international recognition, winning the prestigious title of Best Spa Resort – Thailand ... READ MORE

Aviation
Air India Enters Codeshare Partnership with Uzbekistan Airways to Boost Connectivity Between India and Central Asia In a move that underscores the growing importance of Central Asia in global travel networks, Air India has announced a new codeshare partnership with Uzbekistan Air... READ MORE

People
Hyatt Hotels Corporation Appoints Vikas Chawla as President for India & Southwest Asia to Drive Next Phase of Regional Growth Appointment of Vikas Chawla builds on significant growth with nearly 5,000 rooms added in 2025 to Hyatt’s India and Southwest Asia pipeline, underscoring strong growth momentum ... READ MORE

Hospitality
Centara Hotels & Resorts Partners with PTT Oil and Retail Business Public Company Limited to Launch Budget Hotel Brand Across Thailand’s Key Travel Routes In a strategic move that reflects shifting travel patterns and the rising demand for value-driven accommodation, Centara Hotels & Resorts has announced a joint ventu... READ MORE

Aviation
Air India Unveils Major Enhancements to Maharaja Club, Elevating Loyalty Experience for Global Travellers Revisions to Maharaja Points requirement for Award Flights and Cabin Upgrades ~30% fewer points requirement in Economy Class on 80% of domestic routes and 75% of international... READ MORE

Aviation
ITA Airways Joins Star Alliance, Strengthening Global Connectivity and Elevating Travel to and from Italy In a landmark development for global aviation, ITA Airways has officially joined the Star Alliance, becoming its 26th member and completing its integratio... READ MORE

Hospitality
Miiro Expands European Footprint with Opening of Miiro Spittelberg in Vienna’s Creative Quarter Lifestyle hospitality brand Miiro, backed by InterGlobe Enterprises, has announced the opening of Miiro Spittelberg, marking its second property in the Austri... READ MORE

People
Dusit International Names Marc Handl as Managing Director of Dusit Thani Bangkok, Steering New Era of Luxury Hospitality In a strategic leadership appointment signaling a renewed chapter for one of Thailand’s most iconic luxury properties, Dusit International has named Marc Handl&nb... READ MORE

Hospitality
Bangkok’s Dusit Thani Officially Joins Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ Elite Legend Collection, Setting a New Benchmark in Luxury Hospitality In a significant milestone for Thailand’s luxury hospitality sector, Dusit Thani Bangkok has been inducted into the prestigious Legend Collection of Pre... READ MORE

Trends
Hospitality Sector Braces for Volatility Amid Prolonged West Asia Conflict Global experts warn of ripple effects across hotels, travel demand, and operating costs as uncertainty clouds the tourism outlook As the conflict in West Asia entered its fourt... READ MORE

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