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Rydges Gold Coast Airport Hotel has been acquired and settled by Star Hotels, a division of Star Group, Queensland’s largest independently owned and operated pub and liquor retail group. The property will continue to operate as a Rydges hotel.
United industry body Accommodation Australia has officially launched its new logo at the Asia Pacific Hotel Industry Conference and Exhibition (AHICE) with President Leanne Harwood and CEO Michael Johnson unveiling the design to delegates at the Adelaide Oval on Thursday May 4.
A AU$5 million recovery package aimed at driving visitation to Cairns and Far North Queensland in the wake of the devastating Tropical Cyclone Jasper and recent flooding has been welcomed by peak industry body Accommodation Australia.
The Asia-Pacific Hotel Industry Conference and Exhibition (AHICE) Fiji Investment in Tourism Summit, hosted by HM Magazine, returns for another stellar event at Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa in June 2025. A must-attend event on the hotel industry calendar, AHICE is now the largest accommodation event in Asia-Pacific region.
Managed by La Vie Hotels and Resorts, the 97-key hotel will feature luxury accommodation and a signature food and beverage partner. “At The project, which will be executed by Australian builder Ironside, is due for completion in October 2026, with the hotel to begin operating shortly thereafter.
Gday Group is set to launch an expanded Discovery Parks offering at Tasmania tourist hotspot Cradle Mountain, following the acquisition of a neighbouring accommodation business. The combined offering intends to serve as a premier accommodation and hospitality destination to capitalise on tourism demand in the region.
The 241-room hotel, which is currently the only hotel in Australia to hold the certification, is using offsets to achieve carbon neutrality and working towards wider operational reductions. Like all hotels in our network, Team Quincy is committed to internal benchmarking and the continuous evaluation of business operations, Sedgwick said.
During this transition period, Neeraj Govil, Chief Operating Officer, Asia Pacific excluding China, will serve as the interim leader.” Hunt also vacates his position as Deputy Chair of Accommodation Australia, which he commenced following the amalgamation of the Accommodation Association and TourismAccommodation Australia in July 2023.
Accommodation Australia incoming CEO James Goodwin has attended his first AA national board meeting in Canberra, alongside new Board Vice-Chair Emma Hynes. The major topics of discussion, of course, were migration, short-term accommodation regulation, the shortage of workers particularly in regional areas and visas. “We
Accor occupancy up across all three cities At October 30, Australia’s largest hotel operator, Accor, reports an 18% lift in occupancy levels (10.7 Due to November being a traditionally busy month for Australian tourism, we can expect to see the tour’s impact reflected significantly on room rates rather than occupancy.” in Melbourne.
Accor Pacific Chief Operating Officer PME, Adrian Williams, told HM there has been an unprecedented level of interest in Accor hotels and its loyalty programme ALL – Accor Live Limitless since the concerts were first announced – and not just in these two cities.
Accommodation Australia CEO James Goodwin is hopeful of a busy holiday period for hotels despite cost-of-living pressures. Most locations have seen an improvement on last year, but we did expect stronger growth in international tourism. up just 0.6% on September 2023 (72.1%). Year-to-date occupancy across the country was at 70.4%
Victoria’s top accommodation providers and venue staff have been honoured at the 2023 Victorian Accommodation Awards for Excellence , held in Melbourne last week (Aug 17).
Accommodation Australia appoints Policy and Research Advisor Peak accommodation industry body, Accommodation Australia (AA), has appointed Jenny Lambert as its inaugural Policy and Research Advisor. Jenny specialises in policy issues relating to skills, education, migration, employment and tourism,” said Harwood.
Measures in the federal budget for 2023-2024, announced on Tuesday May 9, are expected to benefit small and independent hotels, according to key accommodation associations. Accommodation Hotels nationwide have been struggling to recover since the pandemic and any increase in discretionary spending is a little boost for the sector,” he said.
BWH Hotels is expanding into hotel management operations in the Australia and New Zealand market, this week announcing the signing of its first hotel management agreement in the region. BWH Hotels said its accommodations and services will be tailored to independent, tech-savvy, and worldly guests.
Quest Apartment Hotels is on a mission to make its hotels more accessible for people with disability, through a strategic partnership with Accessible Accommodation. billion (17%) of Australia’s total tourism revenue, according to research published by Accessible Accommodation and Spinal Cord Injury Australia (SCIA).
The Princes Gate Hotel Group, led by Auckland-based investor Cindy Hao, has appointed Capstone Hotel Management to operate three of its boutique properties in Rotorua. Black Swan Hotel “Rotorua remains one of New Zealand’s leading cultural tourism destinations, attracting international visitors from the UK, USA, Asia, and Australia. “We
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As the official accommodation partner of the NRL and NRLW, Accor is welcoming thousands of visitors, fans and media at its Sofitel, Pullman, The Sebel, Novotel, Mantra, Mercure, and Ibis Styles properties with themed lobby takeovers, pop-up fan zones, match-inspired menus, and in-room surprises.
New Zealand hotelier Chris Dickinson has introduced a new luxury accommodation brand to the market with four Auckland properties slated to launch within the first half of 2025. We are excited to debut Luminous on Anzac in early 2025 and have a strong pipeline of three additional properties to be announced,” Dickinson said.
From April 8, TFE Hotels will begin operating Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands and Storehouse Docklands restaurant, with new owners, MA Financial Group. TFE Hotels has established roots in Docklands, having operated the mid-scale Travelodge brand on Aurora Lane since 2010,” said TFE Hotels Group Chief Operating Officer, Chris Sedgwick.
The future Rydges Wailoaloa will be developed by owners Hari Punja and Sons Limited on the beach front at Wailoaloa Beach, with Chairman, Hari Punja, saying it is a welcome boost economic boost for Fiji’s construction and tourism industries amid an accommodation shortage in the country.
With the Brisbane Games just eight years away, the upscale property meets a need for four- and five-star full-service hotels in the region and will support a growing domestic and international tourism market.
The inaugural Asia-Pacific Hotel Industry Conference and Exhibition (AHICE) Fiji Islands Investment in Tourism Summit is set to take place in just seven days with the event garnering the support of more than 35 major industry partners. View the full program here. and Fijian conglomerate Tappoo have joined as Principal Partners of the event.
Owned by Well Smart Group, the revamped resort presents stylish boutique-style accommodation with coastal-inspired decor. It has raised the bar on hotel accommodation, and elevated the guest experience, in the holiday hotspot of Airlie Beach. Their incredible vision is evident in every detail of this project.”
“Hotel results in Sydney over the weekend were higher than anything we’ve seen since the Sydney 2000 Olympic and Paralympic Games,” said Accor Pacific Chief Operating Officer PM&E, Adrian Williams. “I The boost to tourism doesn’t just stop at creating memories – it creates jobs.
The recovery of tourism in New Zealand is gaining momentum with 2.96 The Radisson Red brand is an ideal brand that diversifies our real estate portfolio, with a strong commercial and operational value proposition with a distinct design concept that helps guests immerse themselves into Queen Street’s thriving arts district,” Chow said.
IHG Hotels and Resorts is set to bring its premium accommodation brand Crowne Plaza to the Victorian city of Geelong, through a partnership with Plenary Group. The announcement comes ahead of the September opening of a 180-room Holiday Inn and Suites Geelong, which puts IHG on track to be the largest global hotel operator in the area.
This reflects the current state of tourism in North Sulawesi, which is still dominated by local visitors. Carrying a back-to-nature concept, Wawowows accommodations invite guests to reconnect with nature and themselves. They immediately adopted the system, and it became a turning point in their daily operations.
Expressions of interest are being sought for a major 1.7ha commercial land release to establish a landmark tourism and hospitality project in South East Queensland’s commercial hotspot. Moreton Bay’s billion-dollar tourism industry is on the rise, with 4.3 million people living in Moreton Bay Region and adjoining council areas.
Minor Hotels is set to launch its first Oaks property in Perth later this month, expanding the group’s footprint in a growing Western Australia tourism market. It features a range of self-contained studio accommodation with fully equipped kitchenettes and workspaces. Oaks Hotels, Resorts and Suites COO, Craig Hooley.
Global luxury resort liquidity is at an all-time high, as investors and operators are increasingly attracted to hotels such as the Sheraton Mirage, which addresses consumer preferences for more authentic travel experiences post pandemic. With a land area of 3.45
There are also plans to introduce glamping facilities and cabin accommodation for school groups. The Hunter Valley should be one of Australia’s most preferred tourism destinations and we believe that EVT and Rydges can build on its current popularity and elevate it even further,” said Schwartz.
Tourplan, a software solution catering to tour operators and destination management companies, and Trip.com made their appearance on New Zealand top channel list for the first time. Airbnb saw a softening in preference, down six spots to number ten while STAAH GDS was the biggest gainer in the country, up four spots to number five.
A bumper crowd of over 330 leading owners, investors, operators, suppliers and advisors were at the Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa this week (Jul 3-4) for the 2024 AHICE Fiji Islands Investment in Tourism Summit , where record performance numbers were the talk of the major conference. Tourism in Fiji is booming,” he said.
The resort has been designed with seamless integration into the rugged terrain, featuring a variety of accommodations, including pool villas, luxury suites, and private retreats, each offering a unique way to experience the splendour of the surrounding landscape.
The hotel giant has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with developer Sunny Beach Land confirming its intention to operate the proposed Hervey Bay Esplanade Resort. Sunny Beach Land Director, Dan Cuda, said the hotel and broader development would put the Fraser Coast region “firmly on the map as a world-class tourism destination”.
Todays travelers are more eco-conscious, seeking accommodations that reflect their values. According to a recent Booking.com survey, 56% of travelers now seek accommodations that embrace eco-friendly practices, and nearly 67% value comfort, stylish designs, and innovative amenities that incentivize repeat visits ( Booking.com ).
Going into FY25, ResortBrokers’ market outlook for Queensland is as strong as ever: it remains one of the best places in Australia to buy an accommodation property or business. Inflation, cash rate uncertainty and the housing crisis haven’t changed the fundamental drivers of one of strongest tourism markets in the country.
Over 30 sponsors are already onboard for AHICE Aotearoa – headlined by Principal Partners Accor, EVT, IHG Hotels and Resorts and The Ascott Limited – alongside many of New Zealand’s leading hotel operators and suppliers. We’re looking forward to experiencing the wonderful Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre first-hand.
The Accommodation Provider Targeted Rate (APTR), which was first introduced in 2017 by Auckland Council as a means to fund tourism marketing, has been the subject of a lengthy legal battle. Hotel Council Aotearoa (HCA) has labelled the decision “disappointing”, saying it will affect members and the entire tourism industry.
TourismAccommodation Australia (TAA) CEO and Accommodation Association interim CEO, Michael Johnson, said the decision is “understandable” but will add to hotels increasing cost pressures. Wages make up around 30% of operating costs and this rise will definitely have flow on effects.” per hour and $882.80
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