by Traveler | Nov 5, 2025 | Hotel Industry
A New Zealand manuka apiary company has created what it claims to be the world’s most expensive honey, a NZ$500,000 masterpiece that is designed to blend art, heritage and science into a single collectible. The production of the manuka honey and limited-edition...
by Traveler | Nov 5, 2025 | Hotel Industry
Photo Credit: Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbus Polaris COLUMBUS, Ohio—Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbus Polaris has completed a $2.4 million renovation of its 92-room property in Columbus, Ohio. Led by Ivy Hospitality, the five-month project included updates to...
by Traveler | Nov 5, 2025 | Hotel Industry
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort and Spa has become the first Marriott International property in Queensland to earn Ecotourism Australia’s Sustainable Tourism Certification. The globally recognised standard recognises hotels that meet over 200 key criteria across...
by Traveler | Nov 5, 2025 | Hotel Industry
Hospitality job opportunities have jumped 15 percent in the past year, signalling renewed confidence across the sector and wider economy, according to Kiwi-owned job seeker platform ZEIL. The industry is among the fastest-growing heading into summer. Caitlin...
by Traveler | Nov 5, 2025 | Hotel Industry
Photo Credit: Wyndham Hotels & Resorts PARSIPPANY, New Jersey—Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announced that Michele Allen, chief financial officer and head of strategy, will be departing the company to pursue a new career opportunity outside of the hotel industry....
by Traveler | Nov 4, 2025 | Hotel Industry
The historic Hotel Bellinzona in Hepburn Springs, Daylesford, has become part of Club Wyndham South Pacific – a statement of the continuing and enduring popularity of vacation ownership. The September purchase of the 122-year-old Hotel Bellinzona in Hepburn Springs,...
by Traveler | Nov 4, 2025 | Hotel Industry
As part of a dedicated effort to improve access to high quality food, The Bread Project Charitable Trust (The Bread Project), supported by Auckland’s Bread & Butter Bakery, has baked and delivered over 100,000 fresh sourdough loaves and fruit buns to vulnerable...
by Traveler | Nov 4, 2025 | Hotel Industry
Despite recent cuts, federal government travel remains integral to the hotel industry. It is especially important in communities around military bases and other federal government hubs, where hotels have opened expressly to meet the needs of government travelers and...
by Traveler | Nov 4, 2025 | Hotel Industry
With demand and guest expectations surging amid Asia Pacific’s destination wedding boom, hotels must modernise to deliver personalised experiences that drive repeat visits and increased revenue. Wedding travel is booming across the Asia Pacific region, and hoteliers...
by Traveler | Nov 4, 2025 | Hotel Industry
Photo Credit: Candlewood Suites Miami Lakes MIAMI LAKES, Florida—Marcus & Millichap announced the sale of Candlewood Suites Miami Lakes, a 94-room hotel in Miami Lakes, Florida. The property reopened under the Candlewood Suites flag in mid-December 2024 following...