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Dubai luxury hotels woo staycationers as tourists flee

The Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort is pictured near the Dubai Marina (background) in Dubai on June 6.
The Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort is pictured near the Dubai Marina (background) in Dubai on June 6.

From Frenchies to Superdog to Raffles Courtyard opening to pets, June is going to the dogs

(Clockwise from top left) Raffles Courtyard at Raffles Hotel Singapore is now pet-friendly, a dog adoption drive organised by local shelter SOSD, Cafe 1664 Pours & Paws at GastroBeats 2026.
(Clockwise from top left) Raffles Courtyard at Raffles Hotel Singapore is now pet-friendly, a dog adoption drive organised by local shelter SOSD, Cafe 1664 Pours & Paws at GastroBeats 2026.

Spanish hotel chain Melia exits Cuba over economic and geopolitical strains

Spanish hotel group Melia's exit comes as US President Donald Trump's administration steps up pressure on Cuba.
Spanish hotel group Melia's exit comes as US President Donald Trump's administration steps up pressure on Cuba.

While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, June 3, 2026

The US military’s Central Command posted a video showing the missile strike the tanker.
The US military’s Central Command posted a video showing the missile strike the tanker.

Cuba defends military-run GAESA as US sanctions prompt hotel exodus

FILE PHOTO: People are reflected in a window of the Central Palace of Computing and Electronics bearing images of late Cuban President Fidel Castro and his brother, former President Raul Castro, who was indicted in the United States in a move that marks an escalation in Washington's pressure campaign against the Caribbean island's communist government, in Havana, Cuba May 20, 2026. REUTERS/Norlys Perez/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: People are reflected in a window of the Central Palace of Computing and Electronics bearing images of late Cuban President Fidel Castro and his brother, former President Raul Castro, who was indicted in the United States in a move that marks an escalation in Washington's pressure campaign against the Caribbean island's communist government, in Havana, Cuba May 20, 2026. REUTERS/Norlys Perez/File Photo

Six hotels earn France’s prestigious ‘palace’ label

Of the six newly awarded hotels, three are located in the French capital: the Bulgari Hotel, Cheval Blanc and Fouquet’s (above).
Of the six newly awarded hotels, three are located in the French capital: the Bulgari Hotel, Cheval Blanc and Fouquet’s (above).

Book these family-friendly staycation deals for the June school holidays

Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore's ‘Glamping Under the Stars Experience’ has an indoor camping setup complete with a children’s tent.
Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore's ‘Glamping Under the Stars Experience’ has an indoor camping setup complete with a children’s tent.

Hotels can refuse to serve tap water, Italy's top court rules

A view shows Milan's skyline during sunset in Milan, Italy, July 6, 2023. REUTERS/Claudia Greco
A view shows Milan's skyline during sunset in Milan, Italy, July 6, 2023. REUTERS/Claudia Greco

Hotels strive to be found as AI models conduct travel search

Hospitality industry players have taken notice that some travellers are already using AI-generated online travel sites to plan t
Hospitality industry players have taken notice that some travellers are already using AI-generated online travel sites to plan t

Pattaya hotel rooftop fire injures four, no deaths reported

Sparks from a short circuit on the hotel's roof reportedly reached palm-thatch decorations, causing the flames to spread quickly.
Sparks from a short circuit on the hotel's roof reportedly reached palm-thatch decorations, causing the flames to spread quickly.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.