Accor introduces The Sebel apartment brand to Canberra
Australia’s largest hotel operator, Accor, has welcomed its first Sebel branded apartment hotel to Canberra with the opening of The Sebel Canberra Civic, together with Canberra developer, ZAPARI.
New Zealand and Marlborough make China top ten destination lists
New Zealand has been named a top 10 destination by Chinese visitors. The ‘It’s My World Travel Awards’ recognise the world’s best destinations and emerging destinations for Chinese travellers in 2019.
Australian Hotels Association (WA) supports payroll tax reform
The Australian Hotels Association (WA) has voiced its strong support to reform WA’s payroll tax, to help support economic growth and job creation within the state’s hotels and hospitality businesses.
Kings Canyon Resort Reveals New Glamping Tents in the Red Centre
Kings Canyon Resort in the heart of Australia’s Red Centre is offering visitors a chance to experience the region in style with the launch of its new glamping tents.
Gold Coast international visitor market share grows 3.8 per cent
International visitor expenditure on the Gold Coast topped $1.4 billion for the year ending March 2019, as tourists continue to spend more on accommodation, dining, shopping, theme parks and attractions.
Jerry Schwartz takes action to boost hotel industry’s green ratings by supporting World Green Council initiative
Australia’s largest private hotel owner, Dr Jerry Schwartz, is aiming to boost Sydney’s ranking as a premium destination for major meetings and events by helping launch the World Green Council – a body that accredits hotels for their team’s green credentials.
Oaks Hotels, Resorts & Suites is making its move on Queensland’s largest inland city, Toowoomba, announcing plans to open a 102-suite hotel in 2020 called Oaks Toowoomba Hotel.
TAA NSW reviews the pros and cons of the NSW State Budget
The State Budget’s $71 million dollar package aimed at providing more fee-free TAFE and VET courses was welcomed by Tourism Accommodation Australia NSW CEO Michael Johnson, as a step toward alleviating the chronic skills and labour shortage in the accommodation sector.