hospitality industry

Sedona Suites bullish on 2024 prospects

February 08, 2024 | 15:12

Tourism could witness a hallmark year in 2024 if the right direction is taken from businesses as well as the government. Albert Lafuente, general manager of Sedona Suites Ho Chi Minh City, told VIR’s Nhat Ha of his hopes for Vietnam’s tourism and hospitality industry in 2024.

Hospitality and real estate navigate uncertainty

November 04, 2023 | 10:57

Hotel occupancy rates in Southeast Asia are up but a competitive labour market, rising energy costs, and geopolitical tensions continue to impact demand.

Vietnam’s hospitality attracts foreign investors

June 06, 2023 | 16:00

The emergence of foreign hotel brands through investment capital, acquisition of exploitation rights, and mergers, highlights the hotel business as an attractive field for foreign capital.

The recovery of hospitality

February 20, 2023 | 10:38

In Asia-Pacific, international arrivals continue to grow as border restrictions ease. Most countries have opened borders and lifted quarantine requirements for vaccinated travellers. However, the reopening across the region has been segmented, achieving different results in different countries.

Grand Mercure Danang prepared for new evolving market

February 06, 2023 | 11:04

The newly appointed general manager of Grand Mercure Danang Hotel David Coyle spoke with VIR’s Nhat Ha about his 25 years of experiences in the hospitality industry and his priorities in operating the hotel in Vietnam since the start of the year.

Hospitality industry joins ESG

December 06, 2022 | 10:32

Environmental, social, and governance criteria are still a new concept for most tourism and hotel businesses in Vietnam, but the success stories of a number of pioneering brands have contributed to inspiring businesses to embrace them more, with several companies picking up awards at a seminar organised by Vietnam Investment Review last week.

Award-winning Fraser Suites Hanoi unveils newest smart residences

December 13, 2021 | 07:00

As general manager of Fraser Suites Hanoi, Sandy oversees the management and daily operations for the property, as well as the opening of a new tower comprising of 96 luxury suites and facilities. In Vietnam, where senior female executives are less of a common sight, Sandy is confident that her extensive experience and cultural understanding within the region’s hospitality industry will enable her to lead the team strongly across all functions.

Foreign investment continues to flow into hospitality market

March 15, 2021 | 11:17

The hospitality industry has struggled in the past year, but despite the challenges, foreign investors are still debuting new properties in Vietnam.

Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai: putting Vietnam on luxury tourism map

February 22, 2021 | 10:14

Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An in the central province of Quang Nam has received the highest ranking by Forbes Travel Guide for three consecutive years, with the 5-star resort honouring superior service, state-of-the-art facilities, and impeccable quality that marks an impressive imprint in the Vietnamese tourism and hospitality industry.

Green is the new black for hoteliers

October 15, 2020 | 08:00

Hoteliers and guests in Vietnam are changing their perception of green practices.

Local tourists, guests to help hospitality industry recover

May 18, 2020 | 15:10

Hotels need to appeal more to local corporate guests and tourists to help the hospitality sector recover, market researcher Savills has said.

Insight into a recovering hospitality industry

May 07, 2020 | 10:00

Le Quoc Viet, CEO of hoteljob.vn, has a lot of experience in building and operating hotels after working in tourism for around 15 years. He shared with Timeout’s Hoang Oanh his assessments and views on opportunities and solutions for the hospitality industry to recover from the ongoing pandemic.