In view of the changing preferences in the hospitality industry, Hyatt Hotels Corporation has just unveiled The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, a global collection of unique and independent stay experiences. This new brand will include a portfolio of new as well as existing upper-upscale and luxury properties across the globe. This will guests to experience unique properties while still allowing them to benefit from that award-winning customer loyalty program - Hyatt Gold Passport.
The Unbound Collection by Hyatt is about the experience of travel - it will include historic urban gems, contemporary trend-setters, boutique hotels, resorts, and more. The Unbound Collection by Hyatt launches with properties around the world and will include the following properties for a start:
- The Driskill Hotel in Austin, Texas
- Hôtel du Louvre in Paris, France
- Carmelo Resort & Spa in Carmelo, Uruguay
- Coco Palms Resort in Kauai, Hawaii
Waldorf Astoria is finally coming to Malaysia. Here is a first look at what the brand's long-awaited Kuala Lumpur debut has in store.
Hotel Miramar is being reborn as Singapore's first DoubleTree by Hilton, opening along the Singapore River in Q4 2026 - and it is not the only new Hilton property coming to the city.
Plaza Premium has relocated its Langkawi lounge to a larger landside space. Walk-in access starts from RM118, and there's a buy-one-get-one companion offer on now until 7 June 2026.
GHA DISCOVERY members can look forward to more earning and redemption opportunities in Japan as Tokyu Hotels & Resorts officially joins the alliance, bringing over 40 properties across Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and Okinawa into the fold.
With the more brands joining the programme in December 2025, the GHA DISCOVERY Titanium breakfast benefit is now a core feature for 2026. Here is the full list of participating hotels.
One of Singapore’s most iconic heritage hotels is swapping alliances. Starting from January 2026, the InterContinental Singapore will exit IHG One Rewards and reflag as Frasers House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Singapore under the Marriott Bonvoy umbrella.
Singapore’s aviation landscape is set for its next major evolution with the upcoming Terminal 5. From 6 January 2026, the public is invited to experience the sheer scale and innovation of this project at the ‘T5 In the Making’ exhibition in Terminal 3. Admission is free, featuring immersive zones, scale models, and interactive AI experiences.
Qantas is set to open its brand-new Auckland International Lounge on 17 December 2025. The expansive space features a dedicated à la carte dining zone for Platinum members, a cocktail bar, and design elements celebrating the New Zealand landscape.
World of Hyatt is significantly expanding its footprint in Vietnam by integrating six Wink Hotels into the Unscripted Collection. Effective 1 December 2025, World of Hyatt members can earn and redeem points, as well as accrue elite-qualifying nights at these vibrant, tech-forward properties in Ho Chi Minh City, Danang, and beyond.
NoMad is bringing its first Asia Pacific hotel to Orchard Road in late 2026, headlined by three distinct dining and bar concepts. Here is the breakdown.