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Technological advances in 2024 will continue to reshape consumer behaviour. This annual report explores the top five digital shopper trends that will redefine commerce the most in the year ahead. Some of the trends included in this report’s edition…
In 2022, Australia's decision to reopen its borders contributed significantly to the rebound in travel and tourism. However, the expected surge in international arrivals did not materialise as quickly as anticipated. Many Asia Pacific countries,…
In 2022, following the easing of local pandemic-related travel restrictions, a strong public desire to explore again drove a full return to domestic travel in Australia. The affordability of domestic travel also played a key role in encouraging…
Lodging in Australia is undergoing a significant transformation, driven primarily by changes in short-term rentals. There has been a notable decrease in listings on short-term rental platforms, and these changes are increasingly evident due to…
There has been a surge in popularity of online travel intermediaries since the reopening of borders, primarily due to the convenience they offer to travellers. This trend is particularly evident in domestic travel in Australia, where online travel…
Under prevailing economic uncertainty, low cost carriers are gaining favour among local consumers. Since Australia reopened its borders and eased COVID-19 restrictions, travel has embarked on a path towards recovery, significantly increasing airline…
In March 2023, New Zealand garnered a spot among a select group of countries granted Approved Destination Status (ADS) by China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism. This development marked the country's phased reopening of its borders. In the…
In March 2023, New Zealand was announced as one of the select few countries granted approved destination status (ADS) by China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism, as China began re-opening its borders. Before the pandemic, China stood as New Zealand’s…
The upward trajectory of inbound arrivals, buoyed by China's borders reopening and the resurgence of Chinese tourists to New Zealand, played a pivotal role in sustaining the growth of value sales in the lodging sector throughout 2023. This momentum…
The robust rebound in bookings that began in 2022 has persisted into 2023, propelled by pent-up travel demand and increasing prices that have contributed to value sales growth. Despite air capacity constraints and labour shortages, available…