Meghan Markle, Prince Harry Called ‘Cheap’ For Skipping Hotel After Carlyle Allegedly Refused Discount
AFP KEY POINTS Prince Harry and Meghan Markle allegedly stayed at a friend’s home while in New York City A law enforcement source claimed the Sussexes asked the Carlyle hotel for a discount but got rejected A security expert said the couple would have benefited from staying at a hotel instead of a private residence Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were involved in a car chase with paparazzi because they didn’t stay at a hotel during their recent trip to New York City, reports have claimed. Unnamed law enforcement sources told the New York Post’s Page Six that the Duke…
Disappointment at APTR decision –
The accommodation industry has expressed its disappointment with the Supreme Court ruling that the Auckland Council’s Accommodation Provider Targeted Rate (APTR) funding for tourism is valid. The contentious hotel bed tax was introduced in 2017 by the Auckland Council to boost tourism funding and has now been given the green light after being suspended in 2020 due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the hospitality economy. Hospitality New Zealand’s Accommodation Association Lead & Sector Chair, Troy Clarry, says the decision to overturn the Court of Appeal ruling will have long-term implications for operators; not only for Auckland but…
Budget unbalanced overall says Hospitality New Zealand –
Budget 2023 does not do enough to further support small businesses and contains little acknowledgment of the current economic environment’s impact on business in general, says Hospitality New Zealand. Chief Executive Julie White said there were some helpful moves on the budget, but overall, it was a disappointment. “The additional $17.6 million, over five years, of funding for the Major Events Fund to support the ongoing attraction of major events to Aotearoa will be welcomed by the sector. “This is essential for us to attract big events and add immense vibrancy to our main centers, driving tourism and economic spending.…
Training investment leads RANZ’ Budget wish list –
The Restaurant Association of New Zealand has produced its own budget wish list ahead of Thursday’s 2023 financial announcements from the Government. “While the hospitality industry itself is leading the long-term work that will make our sector more resilient, we also know that ongoing skills shortages, increased costs of doing business and the ever-changing regulatory environment only add to the pressures we have experienced over the past three years. “Increased investment in training to address the national skills shortage is one of our top priorities, so we would like to see investment in work-based training initiatives, to both fill the…
West Auckland Trust plans $40m investment with 10 new hospitality venues –
A $40 million plus investment over the next five years to expand the hospitality and retail infrastructure of one of NZ’s largest population centers is set to help address future demand from increased housing density and regeneration around transport hubs. West Auckland has a population of 311,000+ spread over a 578 km2 area and is expected to grow by tens of thousands of residents over the coming years. The Trusts, which has a community mandate to operate liquor licenses in the region, is aiming to grow annual revenues by 23% to $160 million within five years. According to a new…
Cauliflower star vege in 2023 NSSCC competition! –
Mashed, roasted, au Gratin, casserole, made into soups, pizza bases and taco shells, you name it and the humble cauliflower has co-operated! And this year it is the key ingredient in the National Secondary Schools’ Culinary Challenge. Entries open on June 1, and close June 30 at the end of Term 2, for high school students to prepare and perfect the most delicious cauliflower entre dishes they can. The National Secondary Schools Culinary Challenge is an annual event run by the Culinary Arts Development Trust. The competition is designed to encourage the next generation of culinary talent, provide career pathways…
Super ideas for Mother’s Day Promos –
If you haven’t already fixed your marketing plan for Sunday May 14, take a look at these promotional ideas to grow your repeat business! 1) Promotions That Maximize the Entire Day Brunch: Try a Little Trendiness You can’t go wrong with omelette and waffle stations. But these trendy, menu-based Mother’s Day promotions are the way to her heart. Bottomless Mom-mosas: Just for Mum…it might be her dream come true. Serve mimosas in a mason jar or other special glassware she can take home. Avocado Toast Trio: Prep 3 variations of this trendy toast. Gourmet Yogurt Bars: From house-made granolas, to…