EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Aussie guests demand fast and secure browsing

BY JAMES WILKINSON

iBahn’s CEO Dave Garrison says a secure in-room connection to the internet is vital for hotels, with Australian travellers labelling it their major concern in a recent survey conducted by the technology provider.

Novotel and Microsoft launch ‘room of the future’

Novotel has partnered with Microsoft to launch a hotel room of the future.

Jetstar becomes first airline to rent iPads

Jetstar has rolled-out iPads onboard its fleet of Airbus A320s, becoming the first airline in the world to offer tailored technology for the device, revolutionising the in-flight entertainment experience for its customers.

Carlson Wagonlit's business travel survey reveals technology concerns

In a comprehensive study of the Australian business traveller market – CWT Australian Business Traveller Insights: Mobile Technology 2011 – Carlson Wagonlit Travel Australia (CWT) reveals that travellers are concerned with having access to the right mobile technology and devices to improve their productivity and travel experience.

Philips ups the ante in hotel TVs

Philips, a leading vendor of TVs for the hospitality industry, brought together 230 professionals from more than 20 countries last week (Oct 5) at the Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel for the launch of the company’s latest innovations in hotel TV.

iPads go sky high with British Airways

British Airways cabin crew are using the latest iPad model to bring a new dimension to customer service in the air.

W Hotels launches new iPhone app

At the fourth annual International Music Summit (IMS) in Ibiza, Spain, W Hotels Worldwide unveiled their highly anticipated global iPhone application (app).

Mercure launches new website

Mercure, Accor’s midscale hotel brand has launched a totally revamped website with more images and content and a stronger focus on the teams at Mercure, whose commitment to delivering excellent hospitality is one of the brand’s distinctive features.

The Langham Melbourne installs bandwidth management solution

As internet use continues to rise dramatically within homes and businesses, travellers now consider fast, reliable Internet service a standard amenity while on the road.

How Quickbeds.com got under the sheets with Warwick Capper

BY RODERICK EIME

Standing out from the crowd is something Quickbeds.com General Manager John Feenaghty was determined to do when he signed the controversial footballer, Warwick Capper, as brand ambassador.