The highly anticipated ROKI Collection Queenstown has officially opened its doors, ushering in a new era of contemporary luxury in one of the world’s most breathtaking destinations. ROKI Collection Queenstown is located in the heart of Queenstown, overlooking Lake Wakatipu, the region’s iconic glacial lake, framed by the Remarkables mountain range.

Banyan Group, an independent global hospitality company, has unveiled 100 Journeys – a hundred days of global celebrations across its portfolio in the lead-up to the grand opening of its 100th property. This milestone reflects three decades of growth and purpose-driven hospitality, from the Group’s first resort in Phuket to 100 resorts and hotels under 12 brands across 20 destinations, including its latest landmark, Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree in Singapore.

IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Dutta Buildcon Pvt. Ltd. for the development of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gwalior, marking the debut of the brand in the historic city of Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. Slated to open in early 2029, the new-build hotel will further strengthen IHG’s presence in high-potential secondary markets across India. Holiday Inn Express, IHG’s largest and fastest-growing brand with over 3,200 hotels globally, delivers more where it matters most—offering travellers simple, smart hospitality designed to balance efficiency with comfort. There are 17 operating Holiday Inn Express hotels in India with another 21 in the pipeline.

An emerging holiday destination continues to grow: TUI Group has signed a management agreement for its second TUI Blue hotel in Malaysia. TUI Blue Medini Johor is scheduled to open its doors in August 2026, further strengthening TUI’s presence in Southeast Asia. This new project follows the launch of TUI Blue Haven Ipoh, which opened in September 2024 as the first TUI branded hotel in Malaysia. The second hotel is located in Medini, a central business district in the Iskandar Puteri area of Johor Bahru. It is close to Legoland Malaysia, a renowned international attraction, as well as other family-friendly activities. The area combines leisure and business opportunities and boasts excellent connections to Singapore, with its multiple travel options. TUI Blue Medini Johor offers 214 stylish designed rooms, a pool area, a gym, a restaurant, meeting rooms and a co-working space.

Hilton Hotels & Resorts have announced the opening of Hilton Arlington Rosslyn The Key, a landmark hotel poised to welcome a new evolution of hospitality for Hilton’s flagship brand. Located in Arlington, Va. at the base of the iconic Francis Scott Key Bridge and rising 36 stories above the Potomac River, this hotel marks a significant milestone for Hilton Hotels & Resorts as the first property to debut the brand’s refreshed identity, a modernized expression of Hilton, reflected through enhanced design and reimagined service touchpoints.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation have announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur at KL Midtown, which marks the return of the Hyatt Regency brand to Kuala Lumpur and represents the seventh Hyatt hotel in the city, further expanding Hyatt’s brand footprint in key markets around the world. Ideally positioned in the vibrant core of KL Midtown neighborhood, the hotel’s coveted address among prestigious local areas offers unmatched access to Kuala Lumpur’s business district, iconic cultural landmarks, shopping and entertainment hubs.