Speaking at a panel session at the Hyatt Regency Pravets Resort in Bulgaria today, World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) President & CEO Julia Simpson revealed that the WTTC 2023 Economic Impact Research (EIR) today forecasts that 10% of the Bulgarian economy will come from Travel & Tourism by 2033.
WTM London 2023 Conference Program Announced
More than 60 conference sessions are lined up for WTM, the world’s most influential travel & tourism event, empowering the global travel community, and reminding them they have the Power to Change travel.
Hyatt Regency Danang Resort & Spa becomes the destination of choice for families on Vietnam’s Central Coast
Hyatt Regency Danang Resort & Spa, the five-star family lifestyle resort on Vietnam’s stunning central coast, has become the ultimate destination for multi-generational escapes following a major, multi-million dollar enhancement project that has introduced a wealth of new family-friendly facilities, including one of the biggest kids’ clubs in South East Asia.
Tourism leaders place African focus on global challenges
The Conference on Rethinking Africa: Rethinking Tourism for Africa: Addressing global challenges; Promoting investment and partnerships brought expert African perspectives to global challenges, highlighting the need of investments towards a greener tourism sector and access to finance within the sector and the need to further strengthen public-private collaboration at every level.
IHG Hotels & Resorts launches new midscale conversion brand Garner™– an IHG hotel
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today launched its new midscale conversion brand, Garner™ – an IHG Hotel. The brand will be the leading choice for guests wanting great value stays at high-quality properties, and for owners seeking higher returns in the midscale segment.
Main Street Hospitality joins prestigious 2023 Inc. 5000 List
Inc. revealed today that Main Street Hospitality has officially joined the 2023 Inc. 5000 rankings, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other household name brands gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.
Global survey reveals key challenges and solutions for the retail/hospitality labour market
Ceridian, a global leader in human capital management (HCM) technology, today released the results from its annual Executive Survey focused on the power of mobilizing the boundless workforce. The survey revealed 85% (ANZ 90%) of leaders feel confident their organisations will achieve their 2023 goals and 75% (ANZ 87%) see strong revenue growth ahead. Additionally, eight out of 10 survey respondents said their workforce has the skills to meet organizational performance goals in the next two years.
First class all the way as Accor named accommodation partner of Pacific Airshow Gold Coast
Australia’s largest hotel operator, Accor, has been appointed official accommodation provider for the Pacific Airshow Gold Coast (PAGC).
Hyatt and Hongkong Land announce plans for Hyatt Centric East CBD Chengdu
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Hongkong Land today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Hongkong Land for a new Hyatt Centric hotel – Hyatt Centric East CBD Chengdu. Expected to open in 2025, the hotel’s opening in the capital of Sichuan province will mark the entry of the Hyatt Centric lifestyle brand into China’s southwest region. Hyatt’s thoughtful expansion of the Hyatt Centric brand further bolsters Hyatt’s commitment to enhancing its lifestyle portfolio in more sought-after leisure destinations.
Centara Grand named strongest brand in Thailand by Brand Finance
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, is thrilled to announce that its flagship brand, Centara Grand, has been recognised as the strongest brand in Thailand by Brand Finance’s prestigious Thailand 50 2023 report. This esteemed ranking highlights Centara Grand’s exceptional performance in terms of brand equity, trust, and value over the past year.
