Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Managed by La Vie Hotels and Resorts, the 97-key hotel will feature luxury accommodation and a signature food and beverage partner. “At This project represents a major investment in Melbourne’s future, with long-term benefits in job creation, tourism, and economic growth.”

Construction

Hotel Management

JULY 24, 2025

Pan Pacific Hotels Group has attained Accessible Tourism Accreditation for all three of its Melbourne hotels. The accreditation follows a rigorous assessment program evaluating Australian accommodations against high standards for physical and sensory accessibility, including Autism, vision and hearing support, as well as mobility.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 29, 2024

“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.” This highlights the vital role major events play in driving tourism and stimulating economic activity. to A$481.20. On average, guests booked their stays 192.5

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Hotel Management

JULY 29, 2025

Today’s tourism landscape is being reshaped by a wave of new behaviours, according to Expedia Group Senior Director, Market Management, APAC, Darren Karshagen. Another trend gaining momentum is sports tourism. For accommodation providers and tourism operators, this presents an opportunity not just to meet demand, but to help shape it.

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Hotel Management

APRIL 8, 2025

We are proud to officially open The George Glenelg, a project that reflects our deep connection to Glenelg and our vision for the future of tourism in South Australia, said Taplin Group Director, Tom Taplin. Its the latest venture from Taplin Group, a South Australian family-owned company with a heritage dating back to 1932.

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Hotel Management

AUGUST 7, 2025

AHICE Aotearoa 2024 Key speakers include New Zealand Minister for Tourism and Hospitality and Deputy Leader of the House, the Hon. Louise Upston; Mayor of Christchurch, Phil Mauger; Tourism New Zealand Chief Executive Officer, René De Monchy; and Los Angeles-based musician, Toby Rand. L-R Tony Ryan (Trilogy Hotels), Luke Moran (LA Co.)

Events

Hotel Management

APRIL 10, 2025

However, weve always had the capacity to add extra floors to the building in line with the original DA approval and with Sydney now rebuilding its international tourism and business markets, this is the ideal time to add luxury accommodation.

Construction

Hotel Management

JUNE 26, 2025

Opportunities abound in the Fijian hotel market – that was the message to the more than 350 hotel industry leaders that gathered at Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa this week for the AHICE Fiji Islands Investment in Tourism Summit. This is no ordinary conference. It is a time for connection, of alignment and of shared opportunity,” Seeto said.

Market

Hotel Management

MAY 15, 2025

April also marked the first major holiday period following the launch of the Everyone Must Go campaign by Tourism New Zealand, which was created to increase visitation from Australia during the off-peak season. The transition towards premium accommodation and greater international demand underpinned Queenstowns strong result for April.

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Hotel Management

DECEMBER 17, 2024

With tourism responsible for roughly 8% of the worlds carbon emissions, Sedgwick says TFE is working with its hotel general managers to drive greener outcomes across the portfolio. Like all hotels in our network, Team Quincy is committed to internal benchmarking and the continuous evaluation of business operations, Sedgwick said.

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Hotel Management

JULY 1, 2025

Vivid Sydney helped drive record-breaking hotel occupancy in May 2025 according to insights from Accommodation Australia. The NSW Government reports that each of the four Saturdays of the festival drew crowds of nearly 200,000, with hotel occupancy just shy of 90% on peak weekend nights, according to the accommodation industry body.

Occupancy

Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The airport hotel represents Star Group’s second hospitality investment on the Gold Coast and adds to its expanding portfolio, which includes 50 licensed venues, over 115 retail liquor outlets, and six accommodation venues across Queensland.

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Hotel Management

MAY 7, 2025

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.

Tourism

Hotel Management

MARCH 20, 2025

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.

Accommodation

Hotel Management

AUGUST 4, 2025

YHA Australia has secured Eco Tourism Australia certification for a further four properties, taking 50% of its network to the globally recognised sustainability status. Continuing to offer recognisable, trusted accommodation options for environmentally conscious guests.”

Accommodation

Hotel Management

JANUARY 14, 2025

This years event is expected to draw record fan numbers an bring an increase of up to 10% in Melbourne city hotel room bookings, across main tournament days, according to Accommodation Australia. The tournament is also expected to have a positive impact on the luxury end of the hotel market.

Business

Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

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%

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Hotel Management

JUNE 19, 2025

Accommodation Australia has welcomed two new board members under a streamlined board structure, with representatives for each state and territory. The Ascott Limited’s David Mansfield was re-elected as Accommodation Australia Chair, with IHG’s Emma Hynes also re-elected as Deputy Chair. All three are champions of our industry.”

Accommodation

Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Accommodation Australia NSW General Manager Stacey McBride said major events are essential in bringing much-needed tourists back into the CBD. The NSW visitor economy and accommodation hotels will be some of the main beneficiaries.”

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STAAH

JANUARY 5, 2025

Accommodation providers that continue to adopt a more holistic online commerce strategy, consisting of both new and established methods, can expect to reap the benefits of Indias projected hospitality and tourism growth, adds Rajesh.

Global Distribution System

Hotel Management

MARCH 18, 2025

We are exceptionally excited to bring our iconic InterContinental brand to the Barossa and would like to thank the Strategic Alliance team for partnering with us to invest in the future of South Australian tourism, said IHG Hotels and Resorts Managing Director, Australasia and Pacific, Matt Tripolone.

Resorts

Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

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.

Resorts

Hotel Management

JULY 17, 2025

With economic and political uncertainty here and abroad, the resilience and fragility of the accommodation sector have both been on display, ultimately delivering a strong sense of resolve among the industry. The cautious optimism with which we started the year has proven sound.

Occupancy

Hotel Management

AUGUST 5, 2025

The 51-room hinterland escape, set atop 20 hectares of pristine bushland, will be repositioned and rebranded as a luxury Peppers retreat. With a portfolio spanning 30+ locations and over 2,000 keys, Mandala’s asset base now exceeds $250 million. The post Moreton Bay to welcome first five-star hotel appeared first on Hotel Management.

Tourism

Hotel Management

APRIL 8, 2025

This level of investment demonstrates New Bay Groups strong commitment to the tourism sector and ensures that New Zealands hotel inventory continues to grow, said Davies. Perched above the Shotover River in Arthurs Point, the resort is one of the closest accommodations to Coronet Peak Ski Area.

Resorts

STAAH

JANUARY 6, 2025

STAAH, a leading technology company helping hoteliers unlock their full revenue potential, has unveiled its list of distribution channels that brought the highest booking revenue to hotels in key tourism destinations across Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Vietnam, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand and Philippines, over the past year.

OTA

Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

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 We look forward to strengthening the position of The Black Swan and Hana Lodge, at the top end of the market for inbound and domestic visitors.

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Hotel Management

JANUARY 7, 2025

Our primary focus is to revitalise and modernise the guest experience whilst continuing our commitment to affordable accommodation. Last month, three YHA properties YHASydney Harbour,YHAPort Elliot Beach House andYHAAdelaide were granted EcotourismAustralias Sustainable Tourism Certification.

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STAAH

JUNE 10, 2025

Why Hotel Packages Work When travellers book accommodation, they’re often looking for more than just a bed. Great for: Properties near heritage sites or tourism hotspots. Looking to stand out in a crowded market and boost bookings? The answer might lie in how you package your offerings. That’s where hotel packages come in.

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Hotel Management

JUNE 26, 2025

The environment for investment, refurbishment and upgrades in Fiji has never been better, writes Tourism Fiji CEO, Brent Hill. Tourism in Fiji remains a vital contributor to our economic growth – contributing 40% of the nation’s economy and having strong flow on effects into many sectors such as agriculture, retail and logistics.

Tourism

Hotel Management

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The Private Room, the First Class section of the SilverKris Lounge, the Business Class section of the SilverKris Lounge, and the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge can collectively accommodate around 1,150 customers within their 6,100 square-metres (translating to 30% more seats and space than before) and of them are unique in many ways.

Business

STAAH

MARCH 25, 2025

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 ).

Hospitality

Hotel Management

APRIL 15, 2025

The citys future is anchored by once-in-a-generation developments like The Mill at Moreton Bay (Olympic venue), North Harbour, Waraba (Caboolture West) and $2 billion in hospital upgrades at Redcliffe and Caboolture, creating a surge in demand for quality short-term accommodation.

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Hotel Business

JUNE 16, 2025

It is estimated that the global sports tourism market was $1.1 The hotel industry has quickly recognized the economic potential in aligning itself with sports tourism. As do many sports fans, travel teams and game enthusiasts. trillion in 2023 alone and is projected to reach $2.4 trillion by 2030. That’s trillion with a T.

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Hotel Speak

JUNE 20, 2025

Today, catering to specific tourism niches is the perfect way to attract the right guests and gain those all-important direct bookings. The Wellness Traveller The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) defines wellness tourism as “travel associated with the pursuit of maintaining or enhancing one’s personal wellbeing”.

Travel

Hotel Management

MAY 8, 2025

Set to open in May 2027, the 133-room Oakwood Premier Adelaide will be set within a striking architecturally designed tower located within walking distance of major commercial, medical, and tourism hubs. Oakwood Premier Adelaide will offer an exceptional standard of accommodation, with a focus on luxury, design, and amenity.

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Hotel Management

APRIL 15, 2025

BWH Hotels said its accommodations and services will be tailored to independent, tech-savvy, and worldly guests. BWH also shares in our ongoing commitment to the Kununurra community to provide greater employment opportunities and to strengthen business resilience for Australias North West tourism region.

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