Japan, China and Australia Continue to Rank as Most Preferred Destinations

One in four consumers across Asia Pacific is looking to get their passport stamped and leave for a vacation in the coming six months, according to the findings from a MasterCard survey.

Japan continues to rank as the most popular travel destination, followed by China and Australia for respondents in Asia Pacific.

Marriott launches FFP Promotion with LAN Airlines

Marriott International and LAN Airlines are teaming up to offer LANPASS members a 20% discount at Marriott’s portfolio of hotels in Latin America and Miami.

LANPASS is the frequent flyer program of LAN Airlines. The 20% off rate is exclusive to Elite LANPASS members and guests interested in extending their stay over Friday and Saturday at participating JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Renaissance Hotels and Courtyard by Marriott Hotels in the region. In addition, Elite LANPASS members will also receive the discount at Marriott’s select spa facilities throughout the region.

Langham Place Samui Launches Free Night Promotion

The Langham Place Samui at Lamai Beach is offering a ‘Stay 3 Pay 2’ promotion, which allows guests to pay only the two-night room rate for a three-night stay with daily breakfast. The promotion is valid until 18 December 2010.

Shangri-La to Open First Hotel in Europe on 17 December 2010

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts will open its first hotel in Europe on 17 December 2010.

The Shangri-La Hotel, Paris, located in the French capital's prestigious 16th arrondissement, was built in 1896 as the private home of Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte's grand-nephew, Prince Roland Bonaparte.

Hard Rock Hotel Penang Appoints Shane Coates as EAM

The Hard Rock Hotel Penang, the 250-room musical and entertainment themed beach resort in Batu Feringghi, Penang has appointed Mr. Shane Coates as the new Executive Assistant Manager for this property effective November 2010.