Discover the seaside meeting experience With pristine beaches, stunning coastlines and bushland, Terrigal is the perfect backdrop for inspiration and creativity. Discover how Crowne Plaza Terrigal can help you create a uniquely tailored event from brainstorming, team building and a gala dinner. more...

Allphones Arena goes Maroon for State of Origin 2013 Cheer the Maroons on to 8 wins in a row with the Queensland supporter's pre-Origin function hosted by Gary Belcher. more...

Be Doubly Rewarded with InterContinental Meetings. For a limited time InterContinental is offering double Priority Club Meetings Rewards points for both the meeting booker and Professional Conference Organiser. more...

In the Night Garden 2013, Bennelong Lawn, Sydney Harbour Ever wondered what happens in the garden after dark? Looking for a truly unique event experience for the 2013 festive season? First release dates are almost gone, don't miss out. November/December dates available. more...

Get the TOTAL Concert Experience at Allphones Arena in 2013 TCE is a night of entertainment hosted by TV personality Richard Wilkins. The package includes substantial canapes, premium beverages, VIP souvenir lanyard and MORE... more...

Moreton Hire's new structures with impact The Hex's striking shape will leave a lasting impression for your next event or product launch. more...

Allphones Arena Appoints New Executive Chef To celebrate the appointment of our new Executive Chef Paul Molan, Allphones Arena has a special offer you won't want to miss! more...

Video: Hotel Indigo Hong Kong

SPICENEWS goes inside the hip new Hotel Indigo Hong Kong Island. more...

[Wed 01/05/2013 12:00:00]

NCC 'Passes the Baton' at a special event

A special gala occasion held in Caberra's National Convention Centre was attended by government, business, and industry friends and colleagues of Cindy Young and Stephen Wood to honor Young's 20 years of service. more...

[Tue 09/04/2013 12:00:00]

Crowne Plaza Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre to open

InterContinental Hotels Group has announced that it has signed an agreement with the Oman Tourism Development Company SAOC to open Crowne Plaza Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre more...

[Wed 03/04/2013 12:00:00]

Celebrity chef teams with PCOs for IHG Sanctuary Cove famil

A group of PCOs enjoyed an interactive cooking class with chef and television personality Ben O'Donoghue as part of the first group famil hosted at InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort more...

[Thu 28/03/2013 12:00:00]

InterContinental Hotels offers free WiFi worldwide

InterContinental Hotels Group is set to offer free internet to its 71 million loyal program members worldwide. more...

[Wed 27/03/2013 12:00:00]

Guy Grossi entertains PCOs courtesy of InterContinental Hotels Group

Renowned Australian chef, Guy Grossi regaled more than 60 professional conference organisers with stories from his recent journey through Italy, at an exclusive event hosted by IHG more...

[Fri 08/03/2013 12:00:00]

IHG hosts Secret Garden Party on The Island

InterContinental Hotels Group NSW and the ACT recently celebrated another fantastic year in style by hosting a Secret Garden Party at the spectacular venue, The Island. more...

[Mon 04/03/2013 12:00:00]

NZ to have a blockbuster presence at AIME

The movie scene style landscapes and world of experiences that await visitors to New Zealand will be showcased by New Zealand's business tourism industry in Melbourne next month. more...

[Tue 29/01/2013 12:00:00]

Crowne Plaza Kochi opens in India

IHG has announced the opening of the Crowne Plaza Kochi near Delhi India. Inaugurated by the Ministers of the State and other dignitaries, the Kochi hotel is the sixth Crowne Plaza to open in the South West Asia region. more...

[Tue 22/01/2013 12:00:00]

Sydney's Parramatta welcomes Holiday Inn

The world-famous green Holiday Inn sign was hoisted in Sydney's Parramatta today, as the former Clarion Hotel on the Park becomes Holiday Inn Parramatta. more...

[Thu 18/10/2012 12:00:00]

Lord Ashley arrives at Crowne Plaza Terrigal

Crowne Plaza Terrigal has re-launched Lord Ashley, a newly refurbished meetings and event space offering stunning views of Terrigal Beach and the scenic Haven lookout. more...

[Thu 26/07/2012 12:00:00]

Marriott's global CEO rejects IHG takeover reports

Marriott's global President and CEO, Arne Sorenson, has rejected suggestions his company is making a play at InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG). more...

[Wed 06/06/2012 12:00:00]

Crowne Plaza NSW properties boost up AV technology

An extensive upgrade to the Audio Visual technology systems at Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach, Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley and Crowne Plaza Terrigal, were announced this week allowing clients to enjoy an enhanced AV experience for conferences and events held at more...

[Wed 14/03/2012 12:00:00]

Crown's Burswood hotels to drop IHG brands

Despite InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) being confident it would retain branding at the Burswood Entertainment Complex in Perth, Crown Limited has confirmed the two hotels on site will be re-branded from July. more...

[Tue 06/03/2012 12:00:00]

VIDEO: New mid-market hotels the key to IHG's growth

InterContinental Hotels Group's (IHG) Chief Operating Officer for Australasia, Bruce McKenzie, says the mid-market is the opportunity for growth in the accommodation industry going forward. more...

[Thu 12/01/2012 12:00:00]

NTCB attracts businesses country-wide with NT Meetings Muster '11

The Northern Territory Convention Bureau's inaugural NT Meetings Muster has been deemed a success as it made its was to Brisbane, Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide recently more...

[Wed 09/11/2011 12:00:00]

Crowne Plaza Terrigal hosts beach yoga session to celebrate carers

More than 100 Central Coast carers gathered for a complimentary beach yoga experience hosted by Crowne Plaza Terrigal on Tuesday as part of National Carers Week more...

[Thu 20/10/2011 12:00:00]

Holiday Inn relaunches and enters Vanuatu

Holiday Inn, one of the world's most popular mid-market hotel brands, was recently relaunched in Australasia at Holiday Inn Old Sydney. The event showcased the results of the US$1 billion investment into upgrading more than 1,200 Holiday Inn hotels worldw more...

[Mon 12/09/2011 12:00:00]

Mission Australia and IHG team up to help indegenous job seekers

Leading Australian employment service Mission Australia is teaming up with IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) on an innovative new program to help boost Indigenous employment in Australia's hospitality industry. more...

[Thu 08/09/2011 12:00:00]

DSA 2011 wraps up with high hopes for South Australia's MICE industry

Adelaide Convention Bureau has wrapped up its 8th annual Destination SA trade event more...

[Tue 16/08/2011 12:00:00]

Crowne Plaza Adelaide to expand conference facilitites

Crowne Plaza Adelaide will further expand its ability to host high-level conferences and events with the opening of two new rooms in November. more...

[Tue 09/08/2011 12:00:00]

Hotel leaders split on online travel agent potential

Global CEOs are split on the potential of Online Travel Agents (OTAs), with many confident that guests will look to book directly going forward. more...

[Tue 14/06/2011 12:00:00]

Global Hoteliers confident of strong finish to 2011

The world's leading Hoteliers are confident of a strong finish in 2011, particularly thanks to a rebound in corporate travel and a significant upswing in MICE market business across the globe. more...

[Tue 14/06/2011 12:00:00]

Cosslett resigns as InterContinental's CEO

InterContinental Hotel Group's (IHG) global Chief Executive Officer Andrew Cosslett has announced he will step down from the top job on June 30, 2011. more...

[Thu 17/03/2011 12:00:00]

Top Score for InterContinental Fiji's Rugby Union Team

InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort and Spa's rugby union squad set to compete in jerseys worn by New Zealand Super 14 sporting stars, the Crusaders, donated by event supporters HOT Events more...

[Thu 30/12/2010 12:00:00]

InterContinental Hotels takes action for Responsible Business Day

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts worldwide celebrated Responsible Business Day last Tuesday, with all properties taking part in a responsible business initiative contributing to the conservation and sustainability of the communities in which they reside. more...

[Tue 28/09/2010 12:00:00]

Cover Story: InterContinental Hotels Group

In late December 2007, The Washington Post columnist George F. Will described McDonald's as a millionaire factory. "McDonald's has made more millionaires... than any other economic entity ever, anywhere," he said. more...

[Thu 01/07/2010 12:00:00]

Video: Tips from IHG on conference bookings

In an exclusive interview, InterContinental Hotels Group's Director of Commercial for Australasia, Anne Gill, provides some tips on getting the best rates for your next conference. more...

[Tue 22/06/2010 12:00:00]

Crowne Plaza general managers cycle for kids

Three hotel general managers joined 50 other big-hearted senior executives setting off on the Tour de Kids charity bike ride more...

[Thu 11/03/2010 12:00:00]

Holiday Inn To Replace Le Meridien in Vanuatu

South West Pacific Investments Ltd has appointed InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) to assume management of its 155-room hotel currently trading as Le Meridien Port Vila, Vanuatu, signing a 15-year agreement commencing March 1, 2010. more...

[Tue 16/02/2010 12:00:00]

Special Report: Mexico's Amazing Tourism Turnaround

From the outbreak of swine flu to drug-related voilence and hurricanes, Mexico hit rock bottom for tourism in 2009. But, now it is at the top of the hot list for 2010. SpiceNews finds out how. more...

[Thu 26/11/2009 12:00:00]

InterContinental To Replace Hyatt In Adelaide

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has signed a deal with leading Thai conglomerate TCC to convert and rebrand four existing hotels, including Hyatt Regency Adelaide to InterContinental Adelaide. more...

[Tue 15/09/2009 12:00:00]

Adam McDonald Joins InterContinental Bali Resort

InterContinental Bali Resort has appointed Australian Adam McDonald as Resort Manager of the 5-star Jimbaran property. more...

[Thu 10/09/2009 12:00:00]

IHG Extends Free Nights Offer

Due to popular demand is extending its 'free nights' offer, giving guests more opportunities to claim the 5 million free nights up for grabs at over 4,000 hotels around the world. more...

[Thu 09/07/2009 12:00:00]

Hoteliers Praise Pacific Blue for New NZ Flights: Special Report

New Zealand's leading hoteliers have praised Pacific Blue for bucking the travel trend and launching new trans-Tasman flights - in particular a new service linking Sydney and Queenstown. more...

[Thu 11/06/2009 12:00:00]

InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort and Spa Readies for Opening

Fiji's newest, largest and most advanced MICE venue - InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort and Spa - is finally set to open on June 1. more...

[Thu 21/05/2009 12:00:00]

Venues Report Strong MICE Bookings: Special Report

Venues across Australia are continuing to report strong events and conference bookings despite corporate wallets being tightened and travel being restricted by corporates. more...

[Thu 21/05/2009 12:00:00]

Cosslett: A Very Different Industry

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[Fri 20/02/2009 12:00:00]

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