Former CIA officer John Kiriakou joins Seabourn Conversations

The intelligence veteran, author and whistleblower will discuss espionage, interrogation and the realities of modern spycraft during a 12-night Atlantic crossing aboard Seabourn Ovation in 2027.

Former CIA counterterrorism officer John Kiriakou will join Seabourn’s enrichment program as a guest speaker during a 12-night voyage from Bridgetown, Barbados, to Lisbon, departing on March 27, 2027.

Hundreds of travellers missing after Nepal-Tibet flood disaster including 34 Australians

At least 160 people have been killed and hundreds remain missing after a catastrophic flash flood and debris flow struck the Nepal-Tibet border region, destroying villages, roads, bridges and power infrastructure.

Fairmont Bangkok Sukhumvit opens as brand’s first hotel in Thailand

Accor’s Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has opened a 474-room luxury hotel in Bangkok’s Sukhumvit district, in partnership with Thai property group Asset World Corp.

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has opened Fairmont Bangkok Sukhumvit, marking the luxury hotel brand’s entry into Thailand and a further expansion of parent company Accor’s Asian portfolio.

The Hari Singapore to Open in 2027 After Orchard Hotel Conversion

Harilela Hotels will convert the Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre into The Hari Singapore, a 326-room luxury hotel scheduled to open in spring 2027.

SINGAPORE — Harilela Hotels will open The Hari Singapore in spring 2027, marking the third property under The Hari brand after London and Hong Kong.

Wendy Wu Tours Unveils Japan’s Best-Kept Secret with New Hokkaido Journey

Sydney, Australia - Wendy Wu Tours has announced the launch of its new Northern Japan: Secrets of Hokkaido tour, expanding its Japan portfolio with an immersive journey through the country’s northernmost island. The itinerary is designed for travellers keen to explore a different side of Japan beyond the well-trodden tourist trail.

voco Kuching Opens in Sarawak, Malaysia

Malaysia’s first voco hotel recently opened in Kuching. The 321-room hotel is an integral part of Wisma Elica, which also includes Care Collective, East Malaysia's largest senior wellness centre. This is Malaysia's first property opening under the globally recognised voco Hotels by IHG Hotels & Resorts brand.

The development represents more than the revitalisation of the former Four Points by Sheraton and Century Hotel. Bringing voco Kuching and Care Collective together under one roof, it creates a destination where hospitality, wellness, lifestyle and community converge while generating economic value and meaningful social impact.

Thailand Advances US$334m Koh Samui Cruise Terminal Plan

The Transport Ministry is seeking approvals for a public-private partnership cruise terminal on Koh Samui, with operations targeted for 2032.

BANGKOK — Thailand’s Transport Ministry is advancing plans for a 12.17-billion-baht cruise terminal on Koh Samui, equivalent to approximately US$334 million, aimed at supporting large cruise ships and expanding the country’s cruise tourism capacity.