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New Caledonia launches new tourism website

Mar 6, 2019

New Caledonia launches new tourism website

New Caledonia has launched a new microsite showcasing the vast array of adventure, cultural and foodie experiences on offer across the South Pacific archipelago.

IHG acquires Six Senses for $300m

Feb 14, 2019

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IHG acquires Six Senses for $300m

InterContinental Hotels Group has today announced the acquisition of Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas, one of the world’s leading operators of luxury hotels, resorts and spas for $300 million.

Artist Impression - St. Regis Hotels coming to Melbourne's Flinders Bank in 2022...

Dec 10, 2018

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The biggest hotel stories from 2018

Happy holidays from The Hotel Conversation! We look back at a booming 2018 and recap our top 20 most read articles from across Australia, New Zealand and South Pacific.

Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa on Denarau Island

Nov 26, 2018

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Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa on Denarau Island to receive multi-million dollar refurbishment

AccorHotels Pacific announce a major multi-million dollar refurbishment project is scheduled to commence in late November at Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa, Denarau Island Fiji, including expansion plans for the resort’s exclusive adults-only, Waitui Beach Club.

Ramada Suites Hotel by Wyndham opens in Wailoaloa Beach Fiji

Nov 14, 2018

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Ramada Suites Hotel by Wyndham opens in Wailoaloa Beach Fiji

Fiji’s newest hotel, Ramada Suites by Wyndham Wailoaloa Beach Fiji, has opened its doors marking the debut of the Ramada by Wyndham brand in Fiji.

Le Méridien Tahiti rebranded to Tahiti Ia Ora Beach Resort managed by Sofitel

Oct 15, 2018

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Le Méridien Tahiti rebranded to Tahiti Ia Ora Beach Resort managed by Sofitel

AccorHotels has announced it will take over the management of the iconic Le Méridien Tahiti and rebrand it as Tahiti Ia Ora Beach Resort managed by Sofitel.

Toberua Island Resort Fiji hotel for sale Chester Rendell Sotheby's New Zealand...

Aug 29, 2018

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Toberua Island Resort Fiji hotel for sale Chester Rendell Sotheby's New Zealand

The 16 bure Toberua Island Resort on five acres of freehold land in Fiji is for sale, located just off the eastern side of the main island of Viti Levu.

Castaway Island Fiji sold as part of USD 310m portfolio sale to Singha Estate

Jun 15, 2018

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Fiji Outrigger Resort and Castaway Island sold as part of USD 310m portfolio sale to Singha Estate

Singha Estate has announced the successful acquisition of six Outrigger-branded hotels across Fiji, Thailand, Mauritius and Maldives for USD 310 million, including Fiji's Outrigger Beach Resort and Castaway Island.

The Fiji National Provident Fund (FNPF) has acquired three of Fiji’s most iconic and best-known hospitality assets.

Jun 6, 2018

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Sheraton, Westin and Denarau Fiji hotel resorts sold for $280m

The Sheraton Fiji Resort, The Westin Denarau Island Resort & Spa and the Denarau Golf & Racquet Club have sold for FJD $280m (AUD $179m) to the Fiji National Provident Fund (FNPF) in a deal brokered by Rob Cross of CBRE Hotels.

Zagame family's Vanuatu Grand Hotel & Casino at Port Vila...

May 9, 2018

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Zagame family lists $300m hotel portfolio

Melbourne based hotels dynasty, the Zagame family, has put its hotel portfolio of six properties located in Melbourne and Vanuatu to market with price expectations of more than $300 million.

News Roundup

https://www.theaseandeveloper.com/news/2019/03/04/gold-coasts-2-billion-cows-site-sale/1551670575

Gold Coast's $2 billion 'cows' site for sale

A landmark waterfront site approved for a $2 billion, 11-tower village on the Gold Coast is the subject of an expressions of interest campaign being conducted through investment bank Moelis Australia and Savills.

The Asean Developer

https://www.gapurabali.com/property/pekutatan-west-coast/unique-beachfront-lifestyle-could-be-yours-balis-west-coast

A unique beachfront lifestyle could be yours on Bali's west coast

Erika Benyamin from Exotiq Property Bali is offering this incredible 4-bedroom freehold beachfront estate on Pekutatan Beach in Medewi on Bali's West Coast.

Gapura Bali

https://therealestateconversation.com.au/news/2019/03/04/sydney-auction-market-bucking-the-trend/1551663455

Sydney auction market bucking the trend

Preliminary auction clearance rates in Sydney nudged higher, as vendors adjusted their expectations to meet lower prices from savvy buyers.

The Real Estate Conversation

https://therealestateconversation.com.au/news/2019/02/07/gurner-st-moritz-30m-penthouse-breaks-melbourne-record-after-being-sold-antony

Gurner St Moritz $30m penthouse breaks Melbourne record after being sold to Antony Catalano.

Luxury property developer Gurner has smashed Melbourne’s price record for the most expensive apartment sale, contracting the illustrious $30m penthouse at its ultra-luxury Saint Moritz development in St Kilda to a high-profile Melbourne family.

The Real Estate Conversation

https://www.therealestateconversation.com.au/project/melbourne/gurnertm-unveils-details-550m-saint-moritz-melbourne-project

Tim Gurner unveils details of $550m Saint Moritz Melbourne project at Novotel St Kilda site

Tim Gurner founder and director of luxury development company GURNER™ announces a new global benchmark for ultra-luxury living with new St Kilda apartments for sale - St Moritz.

The Real Estate Conversation

https://www.theaseandeveloper.com/news/2019/01/25/brisbane-almost-runway-ready/1548388851

Brisbane almost runway ready

Construction on Brisbane Airport's new runway is well into its final stages, with the project set to be completed midway through 2020.

The ASEAN Developer