Leading Australian travel identity Chris Hall has joined PONANT as Chief Executive Officer, Asia Pacific. Sarina Bratton AM, PONANT Chairman for Asia Pacific said Chris was an experienced leader in the global tour operating, river cruise, expeditions and distribution space with the role...
Choice Hotels Asia-Pac celebrates accommodation excellence with regional Gold Awards
Leading hotel group Choice Hotels Asia-Pac is delighted to announce its Gold Award winning hotels across Australia and New Zealand for 2022, celebrating excellence in customer service and exceptional guest experiences at properties from Albury to Mackay, and many places in between.
Accor Pacific announces changes to operations leadership team
ACCOR, the largest hotel operator in Australia and New Zealand, has announced changes to its senior operations leadership team which will bring increased expertise and focus to Accor’s operations across Australia, New Zealand, French Polynesia and Fiji.
Dr Jerry Schwartz to launch the Hunter Valley Hospitality School, and announces plans for new bar and brewery venue in Newcastle
Dr Jerry Schwartz, is teaming up with the University of Newcastle to address the hospitality skills shortage by establishing a new training academy for the Hunter Valley.
Ascott Achieves GSTC-Recognised Standard Status With Launch Of Sustainability Framework
New Ascott CARES programme aligns with the gold standard for sustainable tourism; pledges commitment to key pillars of Community, Alliance, Respect, Environment and Supply Chain.
Six Senses Tops LTI – Luxury Travel Intelligence Ranking for Third Year Running
Six Senses CEO Neil Jacobs credited the whole team, “Six Senses hosts take a bow! To win this award three times in a row reflects everyone’s unwavering commitment over three bumpy years and across our entire group. We take a proactive role in sustainable well-being, whether that means for our...
Marriott International announces major promotion as Harry Singh named as Area Director of Operations ANZP
Marriott International has promoted lifetime employee Harry Singh to Area Director of Operations for Australia, New Zealand & Pacific (ANZP) after more than 20 years with the company. Sean Hunt, Area Vice President, Australia, New Zealand and Pacific, Marriott International said the...