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Travellers Entering Singapore from 18 June Will Be Tested for COVID-19 (Mandatory), Cost Will Be Bourne By Traveller
Press Mark Chua 6/15/20 Press Mark Chua 6/15/20

Travellers Entering Singapore from 18 June Will Be Tested for COVID-19 (Mandatory), Cost Will Be Bourne By Traveller

Singapore will finally move to Phase Two of its reopening on 19 June 2020 - more restrictions will be eased and most businesses (e.g. dining-in at restaurants, retail shops, and fitness studios), as well as social activities, will be allowed to resume.

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American Express Is the First Foreign Payment Network to Receive Clearing License Approval in China
Press Mark Chua 6/15/20 Press Mark Chua 6/15/20

American Express Is the First Foreign Payment Network to Receive Clearing License Approval in China

American Express has received a clearing license to start processing local transactions in China (typically cleared by UnionPay).

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A Hospitality Group is Charging USD 6,500 to Recreate a Luxury Hotel Experience For You At Home - Gourmet Meals, Evening Turndown and Babysitting Included!
Press Mark Chua 6/12/20 Press Mark Chua 6/12/20

A Hospitality Group is Charging USD 6,500 to Recreate a Luxury Hotel Experience For You At Home - Gourmet Meals, Evening Turndown and Babysitting Included!

This is how much a hospitality group will charge you to bring gourmet meals, flowers, evening turndown, and a babysitter into your homes - USD 6,500!

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IHG Rewards Club Introduces Dynamic Reward Nights To More Hotels Around The World (After Rollout in Greater China Region)
Press Mark Chua 6/6/20 Press Mark Chua 6/6/20

IHG Rewards Club Introduces Dynamic Reward Nights To More Hotels Around The World (After Rollout in Greater China Region)

The number of required IHG Rewards Club points for a Reward Night will fluctuate based on a need basis.

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Marriott International Reopens All 350 Hotels in China as It Emerges from COVID-19 Lockdown
Press Mark Chua 6/3/20 Press Mark Chua 6/3/20

Marriott International Reopens All 350 Hotels in China as It Emerges from COVID-19 Lockdown

Following in the footsteps of Hilton, Marriott International has decided to reopen all 350 properties in China as the city emerges from COVID-19 lockdown.

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Mandarin Oriental, Taipei Temporarily Suspends Guestroom Operations - No Hotel Stays Until Further Notice
Press Mark Chua 6/3/20 Press Mark Chua 6/3/20

Mandarin Oriental, Taipei Temporarily Suspends Guestroom Operations - No Hotel Stays Until Further Notice

No hotel stays at the Mandarin Oriental, Taipei will be possible until further notice.

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Six Senses Exits Singapore Market, Reducing Fine Hotels and Resorts (FHR) Properties in the City by Two
Press Mark Chua 6/2/20 Press Mark Chua 6/2/20

Six Senses Exits Singapore Market, Reducing Fine Hotels and Resorts (FHR) Properties in the City by Two

Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas has exited the Singapore market with the termination of management agreements for both Duxton and Maxwell properties.

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Bali Set to Reopen in July but Can You (And Should You) Travel?
Press Mark Chua 5/29/20 Press Mark Chua 5/29/20

Bali Set to Reopen in July but Can You (And Should You) Travel?

Bali could reopen as early as July as the number of cases reported on the island has remained relatively low - this is months ahead of the initial October projection. 

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