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China appears to be leading hospitality major Marriott’s recovery. Occupancy rates in China have gone from single-digit lows in February to just over 30% currently, “China does appear to be recovering and holding. I know there is lots of debate on if there’s a resurgence of the virus in China,” Marriott President and CEO Arne Sorenson said on Monday during the first quarter earnings call. “By and large, what we hear there is reassuring.” Coronavirus first impacted Marriott’s China portfolio in January before ramping up elsewhere in March. Marriott properties in Chinese resort markets saw close to 70% occupancy rates ... Read more

Marriott’s Aloft Hotel brand opens unit in Seminyak, Bali Aloft Hotels, Marriott International’s hotel brand for music enthusiasts and tech savvy travelers, has announced the opening of Aloft Bali Seminyak. Located in the heart of Seminyak, the new hotel features interactive urban spaces and brings to Bali a new social scene, as the first Aloft hotel to open on the island. Mike Fulkerson, vice-president (brand & marketing) Asia Pacific, at Marriott International said, “The new Aloft Bali Seminyak is set to own the stage as the hottest gathering hub for travelers visiting the area. From its bold design to live ... Read more