Industry and sector data shows a mixed bag for the hotels, tourism and leisure market – but it’s a dynamic and fluid picture with plenty to be excited about.

Hotel refurbishments allow operators to remain relevant in a competitive market, to boost guest experiences, and increase revenue potential.

News that international tourism has rebounded and is now the country’s second-largest export earner is a real morale boost to the hotels, tourism & leisure (HTL) sector.

As visitor arrival numbers ramp up and tourism gets a second wind, new hotels in Auckland are welcoming discerning guests.

The innovative revamp and rebranding of pivotally-located existing hotel assets is transforming accommodation options for guests.

While it will take some time to return to pre-pandemic highs when tourism was New Zealand’s number one export earner, key indicators are encouraging.

Third-party management can be a commercially attractive alternative to the traditional forms of hotel operation.

Domestic and international travellers are seeking out accommodation options with a tangible point of difference, while the health and corporate retreat market is on the rise.

Despite experiencing one of the biggest economic contractions globally, Fiji is having its time in the sun as the world relaxes.

As travellers adjust to changed global fundamentals, the independence and security offered by serviced apartments are proving popular.

Commercial accommodation supply-demand dynamics are recalibrating as an eager international market returns.