PETALING JAYA (Aug 23): Global hospitality company Hilton has announced six landmark signings in Asia-Pacific (Apac) across its portfolio of luxury brands, namely Waldorf Astoria Xi'an, Waldorf Astoria Shanghai Qiantan, Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur, Waldorf Astoria Sydney, Conrad Nagoya and an LXR Hotels & Resorts property in Bali, according to a press statement. The signing of Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur marks the entry of the Waldorf Astoria brand into Malaysia. The upcoming hotels include Conrad Chongqing, Conrad Shenzhen, Waldorf Astoria Jakarta, Waldorf Astoria Osaka and Waldorf Astoria Tokyo Nihonbashi. Hilton Apac vice president of luxury Nils-Arne Schroeder said: "The strength and recognition of our luxury brands are key drivers of growth for our luxury portfolio in Apac. The future of luxury travel in this region is brighter than ever, as our portfolio of luxury brands continues to enter exciting new markets and elevate the benchmark of luxury hospitality to new heights."

Source: The Edge Markets August 23, 2022 07:05 UTC