News: Hospitality
Avana Resort in Mai Chau Vietnam rolls out myriad of green and cultural initiatives
Avana Retreat, situated amid the mountains of Vietnam’s Mai Chau province, has rolled out a number of environmental, cultural and sustainable initiatives. Working in unison with...
Apr 9, 2023
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Environment
Canberra’s visitor economy rebounds to reach record highs in 2022
Rebounding after the COVID-19 pandemic, Canberra’s visitor economy bounced back strongly last year, with visitor expenditure reaching a record high of $3.03 billion for the year...
Apr 7, 2023
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Zoos
New guide released to help Queensland businesses become more bike friendly
Being bike friendly presents a number of significant opportunities for businesses, including more customers, while also promoting a healthy lifestyle. Just as businesses are...
Apr 5, 2023
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Wellness
Western Australia leading the nation in international visitor recovery
Recently released data from Tourism Research Australia shows Western Australia achieved its highest ever annual visitor spend on record, with $14 billion spent in the WA economy...
Apr 5, 2023
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Hospitality
Lindeman Island sold to Singapore's Well Smart Investment Holdings for $10 million
Lindeman Island, the troubled Whitsundays resort whose main resort hotel has been closed since 2012, has been sold to a Singapore-based proprty group. With plans to redevelop...
Apr 4, 2023
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Finance
Plastic Free Places program expands to Queensland’s hospitality and tourism venues
A Plastic Free Places program run in partnership between the Queensland Government and the Boomerang Alliance is expanding to the state’s south-east as well as hotels and...
Apr 4, 2023
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Environment
AFL to introduce Amazon Just Walk Out technology for checkout-free purchases at Marvel Stadium
Marvel Stadium will become the first venue in the Southern Hemisphere to introduce Amazon’s Just Walk Out technology for checkout-free purchases. Designed to modernise Marvel...
Apr 3, 2023
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Retail
ICC Sydney appoints Adam Smith as new Director of Building Services
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has appointed Adam Smith as the venue’s new Director of Building Services. An astute hospitality and...
Apr 3, 2023
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Security
New light installation at Kings Canyon resort elevates tourism experience
The launch of a new installation by acclaimed artist Bruce Munro will light up Discovery Resorts - Kings Canyon in the Northern Territory when it opens to the public this...
Mar 30, 2023
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Arts
Asahi Beverages announces NRL partnership renewal
The NRL today announced a multi-year extension of its partnership with leading drinks company, Asahi Beverages that consolidates existing sponsorships with Japanese company’s...
Mar 30, 2023
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Venues
Christchurch City Council report recommends initiatives for venue noise management
Christchurch City Council recognises that both live music and residential living are important for the vibrancy of a city’s primary commercial centre. Enabling these activities...
Mar 30, 2023
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Entertainment
Taronga Zoo opens its Me-Gal restaurant to the public
Australian owned hospitality company, the Trippas White Group, have taken over Taronga Zoo’s hidden fine-dining restaurant, Me-Gal, and as of today have opened it to the public...
Mar 29, 2023
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JW Marriott opens resort and spa on South Korean island of Jeju
JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of 30 hotel brands, has announced the opening of JW Marriott Jeju Resort and Spa in Korea. Located at Seogwipo on the South...
Mar 29, 2023
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Wellness
Thailand's Minor Hotels announces Chief People Officer appointment
Bangkok-based Minor Hotels has announced the appointment Craig Cochrane as its new Chief People Officer. Cochrane, who joined the group in January 2023 from his former role as...
Mar 28, 2023
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Hospitality
KEENON Robotics spotlights its contribution to the hospitality industry
KEENON Robotics is spotlighting its latest contribution to the hospitality industry with its robots assisting in the digital upgrade of guest services; pairing with vending...
Mar 27, 2023
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Technology
Thailand’s S Hotels and Resorts reveals focus on Profit, Portfolio and Planet
S Hotels and Resorts PCL has stated it aim to exceed THB 10 billion (US$293 million) in revenue for the first time in 2023 - an increase of around 20% compared to last year’s...
Mar 27, 2023
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Kryal Castle expands its offerings with new BIG4 Holiday Park
Ballarat’s medieval theme park, Kryal Castle, has become home to a new BIG4 Holiday Park, expanding the attraction’s current accommodation offerings. Set to officially open on...
Mar 26, 2023
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Attractions
City of Newcastle looks to retain popular outdoor dining options
Following a successful six-month trial by City of Newcastle on extended outdoor dining options, councillors will vote this week to retain the popular raised outdoor dining deck...
Mar 26, 2023
Hospitality
Saudi Arabia's NEOM giga-project announces airline launch
NEOM, the Saudi Arabian Government backed giga-project, has announced that it will launch its own airline in 2024. NEOM Airlines is being created to service the linear megacity,...
Mar 26, 2023
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Government
Improving Phuket tourism numbers set the stage for recovery by year-end
The post-pandemic tourism recovery on the Thai island of Phuket is prompting expectations that the industry will return to 2019 numbers by the end of this year. Headlined by a...
Mar 26, 2023
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Finance
Jerry Schwartz transforms Ibis Sydney Barangaroo into a gallery for Bald Archy exhibition
Dr Jerry Schwartz, chief sponsor of Australia’s premier satirical art competition, the Bald Archy Prize, needed a suitable gallery within one of his hotels to house the...
Mar 25, 2023
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Arts
Marriott International marks 1000 hotels in Asia Pacific
The opening of the Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne sees Marriott International mark 1,000 hotels in Asia Pacific, and signals its continued confidence in the long-term growth potential...
Mar 24, 2023
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Hospitality
Global water footprint unveiled for tourism industry
New data detailing the total water usage of the global tourism sector has been unveiled by the World Travel and Tourism Council and the Saudi-based Sustainable Tourism Global...
Mar 23, 2023
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Aquatics
Victorian Government spotlights economic benefits of Australian Grand Prix
Melbourne businesses will welcome hundreds of thousands of fans to the city for the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix with the global racing event being a significant economic...
Mar 22, 2023
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Hospitality