Hotels
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Industry
Is this the future for accom?
In celebration of its 100th anniversary, Hilton predicts the future trends set to dominate the travel and hospitality industry in…
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Developments
Sebel debuts as Canberra damned for ‘country town mentality’
Accor has launched its first Sebel apartment hotel in the Australian capital with the opening of the 144-room Sebel Canberra…
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Developments
Expedia splits from Booking.com on controversial commissions
Expedia will not follow Booking.com’s lead and charge commission on the controversial booking fees imposed by numerous international hotels, a…
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Industry
Why travel intent products are baffling accom
In the war to shift share away from the OTAs and maximise direct bookings, hotel marketers have become tactical experts…
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Events
Vic’s stars shine on industry’s night of nights
Victoria’s star hotel performers have been honoured at the 2019 Tourism Accommodation Australia (Victoria) Awards for Excellence.
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Developments
Novotel labelled a “brand bully” over challenge to tiny rival
Novotel is threatening to close down a caravan park perched on a Melbourne rooftop, taking legal action over a name…
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Industry
Why guest room telephones remain crucial to accom
The in-room phone is still the main way guests order room service, they also frequently use it to call the…
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Industry
Seven quirkiest hotels you want to stay at on your next trip
The right hotel is part of what makes the travel experience an interesting one. We have found some of the…
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Developments
Marriott debuts eco-conscious, pet-loving, wellness-focused brand
Marriott international has continued its rapid Australian expansion with the debut of the Element by Westin brand in Richmond, Melbourne.
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Developments
Accom wrap: Sydney’s underground hotel, Albany’s national debut and Brisbane’s Pacific reno
A former karaoke bar in the basement of an historic CBD building may become Sydney’s first below ground boutique hotel.
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