Treasure Bay Bintan is expected to commence its Phase 1 construction in the fourth quarter of 2014. Malaysian –based Landmarks (who also owns The Andaman in Langkawi) have highlighted that Phase 1 will bring 1,500 more room keys. Phase 1 will include a destination health resort which will be helmed by Canyon Ranch. The resort which boasts the largest Crystal Lagoon in Asia, Chilli Cove has signed with Chiva-Som to manage a resort under a new brand in Phase 2.

Silkair has commenced additional flights in a new region of Myanmar. Mandalay is now the second destination after Yangon as is to be visited thrice-weekly through a circular routing with Yangon on Airbus A319 and A320 aircraft in a two-class configuration. Flights run on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. As demand for both leisure and business travel to Myanmar has been seen to increase, Silkair believes that there is significant potential for the destination. With its strategic location, Manadalay can also be used as a gateway to Bagan and Inle Lake.

Two more properties will add 599 rooms to the Starwood’s portfolio as it has been recently announced by the group that an agreement has been signed with IOI Properties Group. Starwoods will manage Four Points by Sheraton Puchong and Le Meridien Putrajaya which are to open in the fall of 2014 and 2015, respectively. Development in Puchong and Putrajaya will assist to cater to Malaysia’s growing middle class in both leisure and business segments. Four Points by Sheraton Puchong will feature 249 stylish and contemporary guestrooms, including 12 executive suites while Le Meridien Putrajaya will offer 350 contemporary guestrooms.

Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills is located on the top of Toranomon Hills tower from floors 47-52 with a 164 rooms which has 8 specialty suites included. It is nearby many key locations in the Ginza district for both leisure and business travellers. Guests who stay at the hotel also enjoy access to the AO Spa & Club on the 37th floor with a 20-metre pool that has a view overlooking the Imperial Palace. Andaz Tokyo is a significant addition to Hyatt’s portfolio in Japan with 3 other properties being opened already.