A common misunderstanding is that the Chinese market is homogenous. The truth is far from this – China comprises 34 different provinces, each with distinct preferences and online habits.
Wayne Taranto named Director of Hotels and Suites for Crown Group
Prior to his role at Crown Group, Mr Taranto held senior management roles with Amalgamated Holdings Limited (now Event Hospitality & Entertainment) and Accor Hotels and more recently was General Manager of Sofitel Sydney Wentworth.
Sean Marco named as Executive Chef for Crown Towers Perth
Sean has played an integral role in Crown Perth’s culinary team since 2006 and will now pilot a new era at our resort; responsible for four new restaurants as well as banquet kitchens which will cater for more than 3,200 diners per night and an extensive room service menu.
ACCC ruling on OTAs doesn’t go far enough: Tourism Accommodation Australia
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has ruled that hotels will only be able to offer cheaper prices than an OTA over the phone, over the counter or via a loyalty club.
NEXT Hotel launches chauffeured Tesla limousine service with zero emissions
The next generation automobile is accessible to both guests and the general public for airport transfers or a day trip to the Gold Coast or Sunshine Coast.
Sabre and Serko to develop the next generation corporate online booking tool
The relationship serves as a launch pad for the next generation of Sabre Online, while simultaneously expanding Serko’s market footprint.
Quest’s plan to add 790 rooms to Western Australia market
The apartment hotel operator will add 790 rooms to the local market over the next two years with eight brand new properties in the WA pipeline.
Schwartz Hotels establishes “green corridor”
Hotelier Jerry Schwartz has launched a ‘green corridor’ between properties to highlight the potential of environmental initiatives in the tourism industry.
Craig Reaume appointed General Manager, Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
Craig is a highly experienced hotelier with more than 25 years’ experience across some of the world’s leading hotel brands.
Mantra continues expansion with Southport Central acquisition
The acquisition will add 788 permanent letting apartments to Mantra Group’s portfolio which spans Australia, New Zealand, Indonesia and Hawaii.
