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Air Arabia start flights to Kuala Lumpur
Megha Paul	 Jul 16, 2019
Middle East and North Africa's low-cost carrier (LCC), Air Arabia inaugurated its direct flight between Kuala Lumpur and Sharjah. The seven-hour flight between the two cities is the…
Ormond Hotels to debut first boutique property, The Chow Kit, in Kuala Lumpur
Megha Paul	 Jun 26, 2019
Opening in the heart of old Kuala Lumpur, The Chow Kit - an Ormond Hotel, will boast 113 rooms and suites in the eponymous Chow Kit neighbourhood. Known for its bustling market and local…
AirAsia sets to fly Kuala Lumpur-Quanzhou route
Christian Tolentino	 Apr 4, 2019
AirAsia has announced it is set to fly to Quanzhou in Fujian, China with a daily direct service from Kuala Lumpur commencing 1 May 2019.
Christian Tolentino	 Mar 25, 2019
STR has reported that Kuala Lumpur's early 2019 performance levels and profitability fundamentals produced an unfavourable short- to mid-term outlook.
Upgrade your business trip with Hilton Kuala Lumpur
Alastair Newport	 Nov 28, 2018
Hilton Kuala Lumpur is renowned as the preferred choice for many seasoned business travellers because of their thoughtful solutions and rejuvenation options, which are readily available when…
The RuMa: Luxury living in the heart of Kuala Lumpur
Christian Tolentino	 Sep 12, 2018
Urban Resort Concepts (URC) has announced the opening of its latest luxury resort and first development outside of China—The RuMa Hotel and Residences.
"We want to create out-of-the-box, unique experiences" – W Kuala Lumpur GM
Kristin Mariano	 Aug 24, 2018
W Hotels Worldwide opened its first property in the capital city of Malaysia yesterday. W Kuala Lumpur highly-anticipated debut focuses lifestyle and localisation making guests' stay a…
ibis Kuala Lumpur set to become largest in Asia Pacific
Mili Semlani	 Aug 9, 2018
ibis, AccorHotels' midscale brand is set to make its debut in Kuala Lumpur with the opening of ibis Hotel Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC) this August.
Double vision: Onyx announces Amari Kuala Lumpur and Penang
Alastair Newport	 Aug 1, 2018
Following the opening of Amari Johor Bahru, Onyx Hospitality Group is expanding its Malay footprint with signed agreements with local developers, SP Setia Berhad, to oversee development of…
Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara opens KL's first luxury hammam
Alastair Newport	 Jul 13, 2018
Sofitel Hotels & Resorts' has announced the official opening of its popular So Spa concept at the Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara this week.
Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur: Latest addition to the city's skyline
Christian Tolentino	 Jul 11, 2018
A glittering new skyscraper next to the Petronas Towers in the Golden Triangle district, Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur has opened its first property in the Malaysian city.
Mövenpick appoints GM for mega new MICE hotel in Kuala Lumpur
Alastair Newport	 May 17, 2018
I first mentioned the Mövenpick Hotel & Convention Centre KLIA in a round-up of the group's properties set to open this year. And now with the July opening of the 333 room property just…
Alila Hotels & Resorts expands into Kuala Lumpur with Alila Bangsar
Christian Tolentino	 May 17, 2018
Opening today, 17 May, Alila Bangsar is set at the topmost floors of a mixed-use development known as The Establishment, right in the heart of Kuala Lumpur's cosmopolitan district.
MICE life: The four top contenders of Kuala Lumpur's thriving event scene
Alastair Newport	 Apr 3, 2018
With an economy powered by the service industry, tourism is essential component of Kuala Lumpur's growing success. And, as the Malaysian capital's reputation as a holiday destination grows,…
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Travelodge doubles up with two new hotels in Kuala Lumpur
Alastair Newport	 Mar 19, 2018
It's been a very busy 2018 so far for Travelodge, who kicked off the new year with the opening of Skye by Travelodge Arena Nha Trang, in Vietnam. And, today the company have announced…
Malaysia Airlines launches A350 flight from London to Kuala Lumpur
Jill Sayles	 Jan 16, 2018
Malaysia Airlines launched its inaugural Airbus A350 from London Heathrow at 9.30pm yesterday evening, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International Airport at 6.30pm (all times local).
Carlson Rezidor signs Radisson Red Kuala Lumpur City Centre
Simon Willmore	 Oct 20, 2016
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group has announced the signing for Radisson RED Kuala Lumpur City Center in Malaysia at HICAP (Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific). The 166-room new-build…
AirAsia launches Kuala Lumpur to Luang Prabang
Simon Willmore	 Sep 20, 2016
AirAsia has announced a brand new route connecting Kuala Lumpur directly to the UNESCO Heritage city of Luang Prabang in Laos with four times weekly flights commencing 21 November 2016.…
AirAsia suspends Kuala Lumpur-Goa flights
Mark Elliott	 May 11, 2016
AirAsia will suspend its thrice weekly flights from Kuala Lumpur to Goa on 7 June 2016, as part of its route rationalisation plan. Spencer Lee, AirAsia's head of commercial, said, "We…
Saujana Kuala Lumpur aims high following renovation
Mark Elliott	 Apr 28, 2015
The Saujana Hotel Kuala Lumpur is planning to establish itself as a key destination for the leisure and MICE markets, following the completion of a major renovation. The revamp, which…
Ramada launches in Kuala Lumpur
Mark Elliott	 Jan 14, 2015
Wyndham Hotel Group has expanded its Ramada brand in Malaysia with the opening of a new property in Kuala Lumpur. Formerly a Best Western Premier hotel, the 33-storey Ramada Plaza Dua…