Industry
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The new wifi standard expected by guests
Most accom guests no longer consider free wifi as a distinguishing perk. In fact, the idea of being charged for…
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Back the boats delivering accom half a billion dollars, urges peak body
Australia’s booming cruise industry is delivering almost half a billion dollars to accom venues annually, according to new data.
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Taxpayers to help deliver green hotel building blitz
An accom property giant is to build 15 ultra-energy-efficient hotels across Australasia with the help of $50 million in taxpayer…
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Will TripAdvisor’s ‘book direct’ ploy change the game?
TripAdvisor has launched a ‘book direct’ button within its Sponsored Placements platform which it claims will boost profits for accommodation…
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Audits and fines loom for non-compliant short stay hosts
The ATO has begun its blitz on negligent Airbnb hosts, issuing letters to homeowners which emphasise income earned through short…
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Schwartz ups accom’s sustainability game with $10 million solar farm
The owner of Australia’s biggest private hotel collection is creating a vast renewable energy generator in the heart of the…
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Want to boost your hotel’s operational efficiency? Wifi is the answer
As well as boosting your hotel’s brand reputation and providing that perfect guest experience, wifi can make evidence-based hotel operations…
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Why trainees exposed to diverse roles will make better leaders
There is much value to be gained from enabling staff to cross-train and multi-skill, both within and across departments.
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Shadowy entrance for new city stunner
A discreet laneway off Little Bourke Street marks the entrance to Melbourne’s latest $30 million boutique hotel development.
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Australian island among Lonely Planet’s top destinations for 2020
An idyllic New South Wales getaway has been ranked the world’s fifth best region to visit by Lonely Planet.
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