Paradise Resort implemented HiJiffy's AI platform achieving 531 bookings worth AUD $750K through automation, with 82% guest engagement on WhatsApp messaging.
As Vice President Commercial Strategy - APAC, JASON ZVATORA returns to Outrigger and is based in Australia. Zvatora is responsible for driving APAC performance by leading and driving top-line revenue strategies, staying ahead of market trends and directing the property commercial teams to success.
Dorsett Hospitality has appointed Michael Foster as General Manager of the Dorsett Gold Coast, the group's first hotel in Australia and the first beach-style resort worldwide. Michael has over 15 years of hospitality industry experience, including pre-opening, hotel operations, as well as sales and marketing. He worked most recently as General Manager of the Holiday Inn Express Brisbane Central and has held several senior roles for other hotel brands including InterContinental (IHG), Pan Pacific and Crowne Plaza (IHG). Michael graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor's Degree in International Hotel and Tourism Management.
Boasting over 25 years' experience in the hospitality industry, Massey was most recently the general manager of the JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort & Spa in Thailand. Prior to that, he has held various positions across the globe in Singapore, China, India, France, Hong Kong and Malaysia.
Dynamic pricing technology - developed from Australian innovation - is leading the world in maximising turnover, and boosting the bottom line for travel companies.
Wyndham Hotel Group has appointed Rene Stern to the position of General Manager at Ramada Hotel Hope Harbour, Gold Coast.
Wyndham appoints new Director of Resort Operations Wyndham appoints new Director of Resort Operations February 24, 2016 Asia, Australia, People On The Move No comments David Brown Regional Director Operations EMAIL Wyndham appoints new Director of Resort Operations Wyndham Vacation Resorts Asia Pacific today announced the appointment of David Brown to the position of Regional Director of Resort Operations, based at Wyndham Hotel Melbourne. David will work with hotel managers, franchisees and other stakeholders to ensure the smooth operations of the company’s 18 owned and managed Australian properties, while ensuring they provide a high level of satisfaction for both resort guests and vacation owners in the WorldMark South Pacific Club by Wyndham. David commenced his hospitality career in the UK and New Zealand before progressing to the role of Regional General Manager for New Zealand and Fiji with Southern Pacific Hotels Corporation and InterContinental Hotel Group. In 2003, David relocated to Australia where he has spent the past 13 years with InterContinental Hotel Group in both General Manager and Regional Manager positions.
Minor Hotel Group (MHG), a hotel owner, operator and investor, currently with a portfolio of 135 hotels and resorts in 22 countries across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Europe, South America, Africa and the Indian Ocean, announced today the expansion of its portfolio in Australia. The AUD$150 million development known as The Beach Apartments Broadbeach on Queensland's Gold Coast, when completed in late 2017, will become known as AVANI Broadbeach Residences. The project is being developed by industry-leading developers Anthony Moreton Group and Pryde Group, and is currently under construction with builder Brookfield Multiplex.
Wyndham Hotel Group South East Asia and Pacific Rim is pleased to announce the appointment of Angus Dunbar as General Manager of its newest acquisition, Ramada Hotel Hope Harbour, Gold Coast.
Conrad Jupiters has set the standard for luxury on the Gold Coast with the completion of an AUS$16 million hotel makeover and the refurbishment of its jewel in the conference crown, the stunning Pavilion Ballroom. The renovations have transformed the resort into one of the most contemporary and stylish hotels on Queensland's Gold Coast. With seven award-winning restaurants, eight lively bars, a health and fitness centre, year-round swimming pools and spas, Jupiters Casino and Jupiters Theatre, the resort offers everything the leisure and business traveller could possibly want.