Australia’s NoVacancy: The hotel and accommodation event you can’t afford to miss

NoVacancy is back for its fifth year and promises to be bigger and better than ever before.

As Australia’s largest hotel and hospitality industry tradeshow and conference, NoVacancy has gained a reputation for showcasing the latest trends and innovations that shape the future of the industry.

This highly anticipated gathering will bring together industry leaders, decision-makers, and solution providers under one roof to share knowledge, explore the latest innovations and cutting-edge trends, from more than 250 suppliers and discover what’s on the horizon for the sector.

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With a jam-packed schedule, NoVacancy 2023 aims to deliver an unforgettable experience for attendees. AccomNews caught up with Matthew Gatfield, Event Director, in the lead-up to the event.

He said: “This year, we have invested heavily to ensure we bring together the brightest minds, most innovative solutions, and most advanced technology in the sector.

“Our goal is to create an event where resort and accommodation operators can connect, collaborate, and stay at the forefront of the ever-evolving hotel and accommodation sector.

“By investing countless hours into meticulously curating our exhibitors and speakers, we are confident that this year’s event will surpass all expectations.”

Let’s take a sneak peek at what this year’s event has in store:

Hub of innovation and inspiration

NoVacancy is a hotbed of innovation, showcasing the latest technologies, trends, and solutions that are transforming the industry. From cutting-edge sustainability and energy-saving solutions to amenities and technology,

NoVacancy displays an extensive array of tools and resources to streamline your operations. If you’re in the hotel and accommodation business, this is a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in a world where the industry meets, relationships are formed, and business gets done.

World-class education programme

NoVacancy is the only event where you can gain access to not just one, but seven meticulously curated summits, absolutely FREE of charge:

Hotel Leaders Summit

Where the leaders of today come to share insight, talk disruption, inspire, and challenge you. Explore cutting-edge industry insights and outlooks, attracting and retaining top talent, creating a culture of well-being and remaining agile in a changing environment.

Revenue & Distribution Summit

Explore practical tips to boost revenue, using AI to segment smarter, manage your distribution channels, develop a winning commercial strategy and more.

Hotel Sustainability Summit

Enough talk, it’s time to act! Discover powerful sustainability practices that go beyond talk and truly make a positive difference for your property.

Explore simple yet impactful initiatives you can instil NOW, overcome challenges with stakeholders and resources, learn how to reimagine waste and how to measure and report your progress.

Hotel Technology Summit

Navigate the tech landscape, leverage technology to enhance the guest experience and find the right solutions for your property. Delve into AI, cybersecurity, digital touchpoints, smartrooms, contactless check-in, and mobile keys.

Hotel Marketing Summit

Learn from marketing gurus who’ll share expertise, hot tips, and big ideas to drive your marketing strategy from mediocre to mastermind. Recognising the growing significance of social media in marketing, you’ll find practical guidance on creating professional-quality photos and videos (using just your phone) and tailoring your digital marketing strategy to your budget.

Small Hotelier Summit

Explore how to drive more repeat bookings, attract more guests and level up your market strategy on a budget. For the first time, explore the triumphs and challenges of contactless check-in specifically focused on small hotels, how to leverage low-cost and no-cost analytics to boost bookings and how to use innovative thinking to compete with large hotels and boost booking.

Design Talks

Join the most influential and innovative voices in the industry as they share their vision, thought process, case studies and approaches to astounding hotel design and renovation. This intimate platform will cover everything from sustainability, hybrid hotels and mixed-use spaces, regional development, integrating behaviour into design, integrating First Nations knowledge into design, and leading the way with all-inclusive design.

More networking opportunities

NoVacancy is not just about learning and exploring – it’s also about networking and building meaningful connections. The event brings together professionals from all corners of the industry to engage in conversations, share experiences, and forge new connections.

Plus this year’s event features new special networking opportunities at the NoVacancy Bar, Women in Hospitality Breakfast, and Young Hotel Leaders events.

A catalyst for business growth

The NoVacancy Expo serves as a catalyst for growth, providing a wealth of opportunities to expand horizons and open doors to new possibilities. Whether it’s discovering innovative solutions, networking with industry leaders, or gaining knowledge from educational sessions, NoVacancy has the tools and insights needed to gain a competitive edge.

Matthew Gatfield said: “We believe that by creating this vibrant hub of knowledge and innovation, we are fostering an environment where connections flourish, ideas ignite, and business thrives. The future is here, and it starts at NoVacancy.”

So, what are you waiting for? Pre-book your tickets HERE

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Mandy Clarke

Mandy has over 17 years of accommodation and tourism industry writing experience and is Editor of AccomNews & Resort News, Publisher of SchoolNews & Director of Multimedia Pty Ltd. She is a retired registered nurse with a 25-year NHS career that followed a few unforgettable years in hotel housekeeping.