Curio Collection by Hilton celebrates a significant milestone with its 150th hotel achievement, showcasing a year of remarkable growth with 19 new properties. From the glitz of Monaco’s Columbus Hotel Monte-Carlo to the serene landscape of Kwetu Nairobi in Kenya and the sun-kissed shores of La Festa Phu Quoc in Vietnam, each hotel offers distinct experiences, setting the stage for an even more expansive journey as the brand anticipates over 20 new openings in 2024.
Author Archives: Australian Hospitality Alumni Network Vietnam (AHA Vietnam)
Opening of the Vietnam – China International Trade and Tourism Fair
With the theme “Friendly cooperation, links for development”, the 15th Vietnam – China International Trade and Tourism Fair officially kicked off on 30 November 2023 in the border city of Mong Cai, Quang Ninh Province.
Australian Travel Trends in 2023 by Luxury Escapes
One of the world’s fastest growing travel companies, Luxury Escapes, has released its latest annual trend report, Travel 2023, detailing Australia’s views towards travel in 2023.
November’s Tourism Surge: Vietnam’s Tourism Skyrockets with Korean Visitors
Vietnam served over 1.23 million international tourists in November, up 11% month-on-month, the record monthly number in 2023, according to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT). Over a quarter of these arrivals are from the Republic of Korea, driving a fresh demand for Korean-speaking personnel in popular destinations catering to Korean travelers.
National Research Finds Australian Businesses Aren’t Prioritising Child Safeguarding
On Us, The Australian Business Coalition for Safeguarding Children, found that 54% of Australian businesses lack protocols for child protection, with only 25% ranking it among their top five priorities. To address this gap, Westpac, TikTok, IHG Hotels & Resorts, TBWA\Australia, and The GPT Group partnered with the Australian Childhood Foundation to establish a cross-sector coalition focused on child safety.
UNWTO and Vietnam find solutions to develop tourism human resource post COVID
On 13 November 2023, in Da Nang City, UNWTO and Viet Nam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT) organized the 17th UNWTO Asia/Pacific Executive Training Programme on Tourism Policy and Strategy.
The new “Ho Chi Minh City – All you can eat!” project & the Impact of Culinary Tourism Campaigns
Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism launches the ‘Ho Chi Minh City – All you can eat,’ TVC project. This flavorful journey explores the city’s diverse cuisine, from the savory Bánh Xèo to the authentic Phở SOL. To demonstrate the impact of such culinary-focused campaigns on tourism growth, the success of the “New Nordic Food” project has been mentioned.
AUSTRALIA: International visitation continuesa to grow – One year into the “Come and Say G’Day” Campaign
Tourism Australia’s global campaign, Come and Say G’day, has now been in key tourism markets around the world for one year, welcoming international travellers to Australia and supporting the recovery of our visitor economy.
Hilton Named No. 1 Best Place to Work in the World
For the first time ever, Hilton has been named the No. 1 World’s Best Workplace by Fortune magazine and Great Place to Work. This recognition also marks the first time a hospitality company has achieved the top honor in this best-in-class program.
Reenergizing Australia’s MICE Sector: Dreamtime and ‘Australia Next’ Showcases
Australia’s MICE sector is set for a dynamic resurgence following the conclusion of Dreamtime 2023 and the exciting announcement of ‘Australia Next’ in 2024. These events serve as pivotal platforms in showcasing the country’s diverse offerings and fostering international connections within the industry.
