Accor announces landmark sustainability partnership with Qualmark New Zealand
New Zealand’s largest hotel operator, Accor has entered into a strategic partnership with Qualmark to work towards certifying Accor hotels, resorts and apartments across New Zealand as Gold Standard Sustainable Tourism Businesses.
Marriott International announce two new appointments across key leadership positions within the Australia, New Zealand and Pacific (ANZP) region
Both positions have been appointed to long-time Marriott associates - Kelly Russell has been appointed in a strategic sales leader role as Area Director, Sales & Distribution, and Carsten Siebert has been named Senior Area Director of Operations.
Annie Dundas is new Director Destination at Tātaki Auckland Unlimited
Tātaki Auckland Unlimited (TAU) has appointed Annie Dundas as its new Director Destination, leading its work with Auckland’s tourism, major and business events industries. TAU Chief Executive Nick Hill says Annie brings a wealth of experience and extensive domestic and international networks to...
Langham Hospitality Group appoints André Jacques as Regional Director of Marketing, Pacific!
André Jacques was previously the longstanding head of Sales and Marketing at The Langham, Melbourne. Reporting directly to Jeffrey van Vorsselen, Regional Vice President of Operations, Pacific, André will now oversee marketing initiatives across the Pacific region, including The Langham...
Travel + Leisure Co., (formerly Wyndham Destinations) announce the acquisition of Accor Vacation Club, one of South Pacific’s leading vacation ownership (timeshare) clubs, based on the Gold Coast.
Travel + Leisure Co to acquire Accor Vacation Club for USD $48.4 million
Travel + Leisure Co., (formerly Wyndham Destinations) announce the acquisition of Accor Vacation Club, one of South Pacific’s leading vacation ownership (timeshare) clubs, based on the Gold Coast.
InterContinental Auckland reimagines luxury hospitality in the City of Sails
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, part of the IHG Hotels & Resorts luxury and lifestyle portfolio, has made its debut in New Zealand’s largest city with the opening of InterContinental Auckland. Gracing the city’s waterfront at the halo address of One Queen Street, InterContinental...
The Professional Tennis Players Association Unveils New Official Global Partnership with Hilton
We are thrilled to announce our global partnership with the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), further extending our Hilton hospitality to some of the world's finest athletes with memorable stays at all of our 22 hotel brands," said Mark Weinstein, chief marketing officer, Hilton...
End of an era: Leanne Harwood to depart Australia to lead IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Luxury & Lifestyle Portfolio in the Americas
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) today announces the appointment of Leanne Harwood as its new Senior Vice President (SVP), Managing Director, Luxury & Lifestyle Americas (LLA). Upon assuming her role on 1 March 2024, Harwood will oversee the daily operations of the LLA organisation, drive...
Hilton Garden Inn: A Legacy of Hospitality and a 1,000th Milestone
The award-winning brand’s latest global milestone paves the way for further growth, with a spotlight on the burgeoning Asia Pacific region where 40% of its overall pipeline sits.
Accor Leadership Announcement Premium, Midscale & Economy Division for the Pacific
Duncan O’Rourke, CEO of Accor for MEA APAC - Premium, Midscale & Economy Division, will continue to lead the region. The leadership structure will be supported by three Chief Operating Officers, Paul Stevens, Chief Operating Officer – Middle East, Africa and Turkey; Garth Simmons, Chief...