Australia experiencing a boom in boutique hotels, reports Tourism Australia
Tourism Australia has reported a boom in boutique and lifestyle hotels in Australia, with consumers seeking small, luxury hotels with cutting-edge design and tailored experiences.
Hines Property to build Adelaide's first micro-hotel
Leading developer Hines Property has received planning approval to build Adelaide's first micro-hotel, set to feature high quality yet small rooms designed for short-stay visitors and young tourists.
Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley wins international award for sustainable tourism
Tourism Accommodation Australia NSW (TAA), has congratulated its 2019 Hall of Fame recipient, Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley for winning the 2019 Virtuoso Best of the Best Award for Sustainable Tourism Leadership.
John Douglas appointed Area Director of Finance for Marriott International, ANZP
Marriott International have announced that John Douglas has been appointed Area Director of Finance, Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, overseeing the financial functions and operations of more than 30 properties in the region.
TAA welcome Premier Berejiklian's stand to review rejection of Ritz Carlton Tower
Tourism Accommodation Australia NSW (TAA) has welcomed moves by Premier Gladys Berejiklian to request an immediate review of the planning rules cited in the rejection of the proposed $500m Ritz-Carlton Tower at Pyrmont.
Melbourne to be home to one of Australia’s first pet-friendly luxury hotel
Melbourne is set to be home to one of Australia’s first luxury pet-friendly hotels, 1 Hotel Melbourne, which will form part of private-developer Riverlee’s $450 million mixed-use Northbank project, Seafarers.
Hilton, M20 and Ledrae Hotels confirm negotiations to build and operate Hilton Canberra and Trade Centre
Hilton, M20 Pty Ltd and Ledrae Hotels Pty Ltd have confirmed negotiations with the ACT Government to build and operate the 253-Room Hilton and the Trade Centre in Canberra.
Accor and Lewis Land Group announce the opening of Mercure Sydney Rouse Hill
Accor and Lewis Land Group have announced the opening of their newest venture, Mercure Sydney Rouse Hill, located in Sydney’s burgeoning Hills District.
TAA and AAoA back State Government moves to regulate short-term letting
Tourism Accommodation Australia NSW (TAA) and The Accommodation Association of Australia (AAoA) have both welcomed moves by the State Government to implement a new regulatory framework, including a Code of Conduct, for short-term rental accommodation (STRA).