5 Star Weekly Briefing - Week Ending 19 June 2026

This week’s 5-Star Weekly Briefing highlights current trends, investments, and developments in the hotel sector.In this episode, we explore Accor’s landmark multi-hotel agreement in Fiji and Fortis securing planning for a $330 million premium-lifestyle precinct in Melbourne. We also cover Hilton’s upcoming Conrad debut in Kobe and unpack their latest insights into the "Hushpitality" trend sweeping the Asia-Pacific.Elsewhere, New Zealand's Hind Management launches a dynamic third-party operating platform to scale regionally, while Choice Hotels Asia-Pac celebrates strategic openings in Victoria and Hokkaido. Finally, we review top-tier leadership appointments across Dorsett Hospitality, Trilogy Hotels, and EVT, and discuss how AI-driven software, like Canary Technologies' new automated sales coordinator, is revolutionising daily operational workflows.Stay informed and stay ahead in the hospitality industry.