Developments
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Google, privacy and the future…
It’s been a busy month for tech giants. Last week, it was Facebook’s annual F8 conference. This week, it’s Google’s turn.
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Accom: What you need to know about Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp
The changes announced across the ecosystem, which includes Facebook, Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp, will have real implications for how hotels…
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Airbnb enlists former FBI boss to grow trust
A man who spent more than 26 years with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, including in the highest career rank…
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Cosmopolitan vibe brings $105 million hotel to Melbourne CBD
A Hyatt Centric luxury hotel has been announced for Melbourne inspired by the city’s heritage, landscape and culture.
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Expedia investigated for plotting with hotel giants to squash competition
Expedia Group is under investigation by four US attorneys general for allegedly working with the world’s biggest hotel groups to…
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Hotel beds of rich and famous prompt guest love-ins
One is an heir apparent and and the other rock royalty - and both are selling guest rooms on the…
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Multi-million-dollar investments dominate accom news
A $67 million tower designed to dominate the skyline of Dandenong will be home to Australia’s newest Oakwood hotel.
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Boutique becoming new normal, says report
Boutique properties now represent up to 20 percent of Australia’s hotel pipeline, moving the deliberately different sector into the mainstream.
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World-first energy deal to save accom owners millions
Accommodation properties will see "huge direct savings" in energy bills under a landmark deal being finalised by Tourism Accommodation Australia…
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Direct bookings vs OTAs: What Europe says
In April, Independent Hotel Show Amsterdam and Avvio conducted a research project to explore how the industry feels about the…
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