accommodation
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Industry
“Forced out of the shadows”: How we failed to see disruption coming – and what to do about it
Most traditional accommodation providers in Australia failed to recognise this changing dynamic and many are feeling the impact now as…
Read More Accommodation giant hit with $3 million fine for trying to hide from TripAdvisor
Meriton Property Services has been fined $3 million by the Federal Court for failing to let guests write honest TripAdvisor…
Read MoreLandmark changes for Australian accom
Three of the nation’s landmark hotels are to undergo major changes in a period of upheaval for the industry.
Read MoreIndustry urges caution following Airbnb apartment tragedy
A leading accommodation body is calling for calm as the Victorian government faces intense criticism over its lack of regulation…
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Developments
Mercurial rise as hotel group celebrates 50th
Mercure has reached its 50th hotel milestone in the region with the announcement it will open four new hotels in…
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Developments
Lofty ambitions for much-loved icon
Named ‘Sequoia’, the new development will sit separate from the main building, with each of the villas including private balconies,…
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Events
Urchins and heartists help clinch top hotel gong
A newcomer to Sydney’s luxury hotel scene with a vast lobby aquarium and staff trained as “heartists” has been awarded…
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Industry
Watchdog shows teeth over OTA pressure sales tactics
The consumer watchdog is investigating accommodation booking websites over their ‘one room left' sales tactics, says TAA.
Read More Iconic getaway renamed in “unprecedented” hotel building blitz
Australia is experiencing an accommodation boom as a series of new hotels are announced, iconic properties undergo refurbishments - and…
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Industry
Top tips for smoothing the booking experience
Nothing kills a potential booking faster than hidden costs, while too many options upfront can cause decision paralysis.
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