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Watsons Bay Hotel to open transformed event space this October

Hotel Management

Watsons Bay Hotel in Sydneys east has announced a $3 million renovation to its top and mid deck events spaces. Underway now, and launching in October 2025, the new look, by design studio Etic Design, is set to redefine waterfront events and social get togethers in Sydney.

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Where Hotels Can Find Growth: Live Events, Social Commerce, Smarter Loyalty

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The hotel industry in 2025 faces a complex economic landscape, but forward-thinking brands that lean into loyalty, luxury, and live tourism are finding opportunity amid disruption. Read the Complete Story On Skift

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InterContinental Brisbane opens with new lobby bar and club lounge

Hotel Management

InterContinental Brisbane spans 25 floors and features an outdoor lap pool, gymnasium, and expansive events spaces with 19 meeting rooms and one of the city’s largest ballrooms.

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International flights set to boost hotel occupancy in 2026, CBRE reports

Hotel Management

Meanwhile, the gateway markets of Sydney and Melbourne, underpinned by strong corporate and leisure-based demand and major event schedules, are expected to sustain elevated levels of international arrivals and translate this into continued performance growth,” said Craig.

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Cold Calling Tips and Tricks

However, there is also strong evidence which points to the contrary - 78% of decision-makers have taken an appointment or attended an event as a result of a cold call. In fact, less than 2% of today’s cold calls actually result in meetings, and 63% of sales professionals say it’s what they dislike most about their jobs. What’s the verdict?

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Direct Booking Strategies: How to Promote Your Booking Engine Effectively

STAAH

c) Flash Sales to Create Urgency Use short-term, high-value deals to create FOMO and boost conversions during low seasons or upcoming events. 8) Events, Timing, and Local Strategy Events, festivals , school holidays, and seasonal trends can drive powerful spikes in demand.

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Hotel Demand and Pricing Trends for Upcoming Events in Germany & By Laure Cremers

Hotel News Resource

Article - Hotel Demand and Pricing Trends for Upcoming Events in Germany - By Laure Cremers - In September and October 2025, four crowd‑pulling events will send demand and room rates soaring across Germany. 

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