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.
The highly anticipated Capella Sydney to welcome guests from March 2023
The Department of Education building in Sydney’s Sandstone Precinct will be reawakened as Capella Sydney in March 2023, the heritage-listed icon will welcome guests inside its walls for the very first time, setting a global benchmark for luxury accommodation, cuisine and cultural immersion.
Swiss-Belhotel International Returns to Brisbane with Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane
Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane to open by April 2023, directly across from the iconic Gabba Stadium, the centrepiece of 2032 Olympic Games. Mr Gavin M. Faull, Chairman and President of Swiss-Belhotel International, said, “We are delighted to partner with Enzcorp Pty Ltd and very excited to return to...
Development opportunities are strong as Choice Hotels Asia Pacific continues to outpace market RevPAR in Q3
Leading hotel group Choice Hotels Asia Pacific has reported strong RevPAR growth across its Australian and New Zealand hotels in the third quarter of 2022 compared to pre-pandemic 2019 values.
Private Collection by Spicers Welcomes VILLA AMAN Port Douglas
Private Collection by Spicers has a stunning new addition to their portfolio – the unique, private and luxurious VILLA AMAN, Port Douglas. This is the first time this gorgeous property has been available to guests.
InterContinental Chiang Mai Mae Ping ushers in a new era of luxury
A contemporary escape in the heart of Chiang Mai’s historic district, InterContinental Chiang Mai Mae Ping and the first hotel to open as part of a strategic partnership between IHG Hotels & Resorts and Thailand's leading integrated lifestyle real-estate group, Asset World Corporation (AWC...
AVC Burleigh Town Hotel Reopening after $4.5 Million Transformation
“It’s a gamechanger on the Gold Coast. We’re so excited to welcome local families, friends and sports fans to the next chapter of Burleigh Town Hotel,” says Burleigh Town Hotel Venue Manager Kim Moore.
Marriott International introduces Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy, inviting developers to learn more
“Travelers planning vacations and long business trips today are seeking more choice in accommodations, and the introduction of Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy responds to those trends, while offering developers a premium product backed by our trusted name and distribution platform,” said Stephanie...
Marriott International bolsters sales team as it prepares for a boom in international business in 2023
Karryn Cutcheon re-joins the team as Regional Director, Global Sales for Australia and New Zealand. Joo-Rei Mathieson taking on the role of Market Director of Sales – Western Markets, Liza Bajracharya who assumes the same responsibility for Asia as Market Director of Sales – Asia, and Takashi...
From left; Phat Ngo - EmployAbility Manager, Jemma Smyth - Head of People and Governance at Spinal Cord Injuries Australia and Ralf Bruegger - General Manager of the InterContinental Sydney Double Bay.
IHG Hotels & Resorts partners with SCIA’s EmployAbility in Australia
Lynda Ugarte, Head of Human Resource Operations at IHG – Australasia & Japan, said “We want to showcase what’s possible for people with a physical disability; and not focus only on office-based roles but also roles within our hotel operations too.” Ralf Bruegger, General Manager of the...