News In Brief
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Discount air fares for Calico Italiano welcomed by AHA
The Australian Hotels Association said affordable fares for the Calico Italiano matches would help providers to maxmise economic benefits.
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Shiva Poudel: Improving personally, mentoring his team
Winner of the AHA ACT Housekeeper of the Year for 2025, Shiva shares why he loves his role, and what…
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Milestone 50th address for Handwritten Collection
Accor's Handwritten Collection is celebrating reaching its 50th global property, with addresses in Austria, China and France joining the lineup…
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Space saving, cost saving, planet saving: Efficient washer and dryer solutions
We ask the experts what key features should be considered when planning or updating a communal laundry space for guests
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Op-Ed: Why motel management deserves recognition as a profession
Particularly in small to mid-sized motels throughout regional Australia, motel managers also play an important role within their communities.
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Match your strategies to the current economic climate (free strategies included)
Economic headwinds are testing the industry, but strong operators can still thrive. Chris de Closey shares his take on the…
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Major sporting events are driving tourism growth in unexpected destinations
Expedia Group research found sports travellers globally tend to stay longer, spend more and visit multiple destinations during a trip.
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Op-ed: How agentic platforms are reshaping hotel operations
AI-powered agentic platforms allow staff to interact naturally through a single platform that replaces multiple systems.
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Independent luxury, apartment hotels and unique stays shine in Tripadvisor’s 2026 awards
Tripadvisor's 2026 Travellers' Choice Best of the Best Awards have been revealed. Who topped the rankings in Australia and New…
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How tourism trends are reshaping holiday letting
Op-ed: Sam Steel examines how changing guest expectations, emerging technology and evolving travel behaviours are reshaping the future of holiday…
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