New Zealand tourism industry supports public service reform
New Zealand State Services Minister Chris Hipkins has announced plans to reform the public service, paving the way for government agencies to work together on common issues.
Government tourism strategy supports sustainable development
The new Government tourism strategy will enable a closer working relationship between government and the tourism industry, to the benefit of New Zealand and New Zealanders, says Tourism Industry Aotearoa.
New Zealand tourism industry disappointed at bed tax proposal
Tourism Industry Aotearoa agrees that local authorities need a helping hand to support the growth of tourism, but is disappointed that the Productivity Commission has defaulted to a bed tax.
Tourism New Zealand ranked second most reputable agency
Tourism New Zealand has ranked second in this year's Colmar Public Sector Reputation Index, up three places on last year and has ranked first for leadership.
Where the Hotel Industry Meets Each Year - NoVacancy Expo in Sydney this month
Last July, more than 3,000 hotel and accommodation owners and operators hit Sydney for Australia’s largest industry tradeshow and conference, NoVacancy.
Top hoteliers recognised in 2019 NZ Hotel Industry Awards
Leading hoteliers from Auckland and Queenstown have taken out the top titles in the 2019 New Zealand Hotel Industry Awards, while a Christchurch hotel has been recognised for its environmental efforts.
Ritz-Carlton hotel brand expands in Fukuoka, Japan
Marriott International today announced it has signed an agreement with one of Japan’s most acclaimed property developers, Sekisui House, to open a new Ritz-Carlton hotel in Fukuoka – a deal that would bring the iconic brand’s legendary service and signature luxury to this exciting part of Japan...
TAA welcomes expansion to Working Holiday Maker visa program
Tourism Accommodation Australia (TAA) welcomes today’s announcement by the Federal Government of an expansion to the Working Holiday Maker (WHM) visa program.
Adina Apartment Hotels Named Number One Australian Brand in China
Adina Apartment Hotels has been named the overall top Australian brand and the number one tourism brand in China in the Australian Brands in China Index 2019.
Hilton’s iconic luxury hotel brand, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts today announces the highly anticipated opening of Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi — setting a new standard of luxury in the Maldives.
