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World Rankings Topped by PolyU School of Hotel and Tourism Management

Hospitality Net

The School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University continues to remain in the upper echelons of international rankings, claiming the top spot in the “Hospitality and Tourism Management” category of ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2024.

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NSW budget: boost for tourism, events and nightlife

Hotel Management

The New South Wales government has vowed to increase support for tourism, nightlife and major events in the state budget, announced on Tuesday, marking a positive outcome for the hotel sector, according to Accommodation Australia NSW General Manager, Stacey McBride. On the tourism and transport front, AU$5.5

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Hawaii’s Tourism Agency to Get Its First Budget in Two Years

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Skift Take: Legislators have stripped away the Hawaii Tourism Authority's funding and autonomy over the past few years. By finally getting a budget, the agency seems to be winning trust that it can manage tourism responsibly. Dawit Habtemariam Read the Complete Story On Skift

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PolyU School of Hotel and Tourism Management Tops World Ranking

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The School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University has again excelled in the university rankings, claiming the top spot in the “Hospitality and Tourism Management” category of ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2023.

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Skift Global Forum East Video: How Dubai and the Middle East Are Transforming Global Tourism

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Skift Take: In this video from Skift Global Forum East, Skift shared findings from its 2023 trend report in partnership with Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism. Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Minor Hotels signs management letting rights for Queens Wharf Residences

Hotel Management

Minor Hotels has signed the management letting rights for the landmark 64-storey Queens Wharf Residences development from early 2025. Queens Wharf Residences has become Queenslands fastest selling development, offering more than just a place to stay, but an unprecedented benchmark in urban tourism for Brisbane, said Sheldon.

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Skills-based talent management in hospitality and tourism

Hospitality Net

Recent studies have proven that employees can be a major source of competitive advantage, but they must be managed effectively and considerately to reap those benefits. The industry presents unique challenges for employees and managers, such as long working hours, stressful customer interactions, seasonal rushes, and working on weekends.