The Koh Samui hotel and tourism market is demonstrating solid growth through the first four months of 2025, supported by strong air and cruise arrivals, stable hotel performance metrics, and impressive European market engagement. From January to April 2025, Koh Samui International Airport recorded 1,127,832 passenger arrivals, representing a 9% increase over the same period in 2024. This follows a strong performance in 2024, which saw total air arrivals reach 2.78 million—an increase of 21% year-on-year, surpassing pre-pandemic levels in 2019 according to consulting group C9 Hotelworks newly released Samui Hotel & Tourism Market Review 2025. Cruise tourism also contributed to overall growth. The island welcomed 35 cruise ships carrying…

This summer, create cherished memories that last a lifetime as Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives invites families to escape the ordinary and embrace a world of tropical luxury enchantment. The resort’s Family Summer Getaway Package promises an idyllic blend of relaxation, excitement, and quality time together — all set against the pristine natural beauty of the Indian Ocean. Available for bookings until September 30, 2025, this limited-time offering is thoughtfully crafted to cater to families seeking a seamless and immersive Maldivian escape. Whether travellers are planning a short three-night retreat or an extended island sojourn of up to thirty nights, Grand Park Kodhipparu ensures every moment is unforgettable. Nestled just a 20-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport,…

Four Seasons, in partnership with Strategic Property Partners, announce plans for a new luxury hotel and private residences in Charleston, South Carolina. Featuring 139 guest rooms and 36 branded residences, the upcoming Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Charleston will be located in the city’s historic district, within walking distance to top attractions and cultural sites including King Street, the Historical Charleston City Market and the Gibbes Museum of Art. The eight-storey new-build will seamlessly blend Charleston’s charm and heritage with modern luxury, offering guests and residents a sense of belonging, warmth and ease that is both quintessentially Charleston and elevated by the legendary service and care of Four Seasons. “Like Four Seasons, hospitality is instrumental to Charleston’s culture and we are…

Westin Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, proudly announces the opening of The Westin Nirup Island Resort & Spa, Batam, an oasis of well-being nestled on the breathtaking Nirup Island. Just a 20-minute ferry ride from Singapore’s Harbourfront Terminal or 40-minute away from Harbour Bay Batam, this wellness-focused sanctuary spans the entire private island, offering an immersive escape where guests can recharge and reconnect through transformative experiences. From nature walks to snorkelling, wellness workshops and more, guests can rejuvenate themselves amidst lush tropical landscapes and pristine coastal beauty. Guests can enjoy a seamless arrival and exclusive access with on-site customs and immigration facilities, along with…

Imagine a moonlit beach at the edge of a lagoon with the soft glow of the tiki torches coupled with French elegance, top-notch chef-driven cuisine, and a DJ playing everyone’s favourite tunes under the stars. The Sofitel Kia Ora Moorea Beach Resort on the island of Moorea can plan and execute weddings for two to 100 guests. Just a seven-and-a-half-hour, direct, non-stop flight from Los Angeles and in the same time zone as Hawaii, the Islands of Tahiti are not only a paradise of clear blue lagoons, dramatic, majestic green mountains, lush gardens, and incredible Tahitian culture, but also a perfect place for a “closer than you think” destination wedding. From a romantic candlelight dinner…