GOLD COAST, QUEENSLAND (24 SEPTEMBER, 2024) – Olympic Gold medallist and Channel 7 Presenter Sally Pearson laced up her runners and joined Gold Coast-based corporates – including the team at Travel + Leisure Co. – and the public in a nationwide endeavour to raise money for children’s hospital equipment.

On September 24, the National Egg and Spoon race – organised by the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, Travel + Leisure Co. – took place at locations across the country to raise funds for the Humpty Dumpty Foundation.

Pearson is the current world record holder for the Egg and Spoon race and gave breaking her 2013 record of 16.59 seconds over 100 metres a ‘crack’ in the Gold Coast race, held at the parklands in front of City of Gold Coast chambers. Members of the Gold Coast corporate community, families and Olympic swimmer Brenton Rickard were also among the participants.

“The purpose of the day was friendly competition and raising money for a very worthy cause – the Humpty Dumpty Foundation,” Pearson said. “The charity has an impressive track record of saving lives, enabling sick kids to access treatment close to home and having a real impact in smaller communities across Australia.”

For 30 years, the Humpty Dumpty Foundation has had a huge impact in the paediatric, neonatal, maternity and emergency departments of around 500 hospitals across Australia, by providing critical medical equipment to help support sick children.

“Our generous donors – ongoing and new – are the backbone of the work we do at the Humpty Dumpty Foundation. Supporters of initiatives like this enable us to immediately support children and have a long-term positive health outcome on future generations and their communities across the country,” said Claire Reaney, CEO and Managing Director, Humpty Dumpty Foundation.

Many participants in the Gold Coast event were from the Bundall Corporate Centre precinct, and smaller events took place at 18 resorts managed by Travel + Leisure Co. across the country – which are all part of Club Wyndham South Pacific, a leading vacation club in the region with close to 60,000 members.

“At Travel + Leisure Co., we believe strongly in having a positive and lasting impact on the communities around us. In 15 years of operation, our philanthropic arm Wishes by Wyndham has raised more than $700,000 primarily for children’s charities and our team is excited about supporting the Humpty Dumpty Foundation during Q3 and Q4,” said Bruce Harkness, Senior Vice President HR, Internal Communication and Customer Experience APAC, Travel + Leisure Co.

Resort locations where the race occurred across the country included:

Ramada by Wyndham Port Douglas

Club Wyndham Airlie Beach

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Golden Beach

Ramada by Wyndham Marcoola Beach

Wyndham Surfers Paradise

Club Wyndham Kirra Beach

Club Wyndham Coffs Harbour

Club Wyndham Flynns Beach

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay

Club Wyndham Sydney

Club Wyndham Ballarat

Wyndham Hotel Melbourne

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island

Wyndham Resort Torquay

Club Wyndham Dinner Plain

Club Wyndham Perth

Club Wyndham Dunsborough

Club Wyndham Seven Mile Beach

Pranburi, Thailand (September 12, 2024) – The Blue Lotus Well-Being Spa at Wyndham Hua Hin Pranburi Resort & Villas has been honoured with the Nuad Thai Premium Award and the Thai World-Class Spa Award (Gold Level) at the Thailand Wellness Awards.

The Thailand Wellness Awards, held recently during the Thai Wellness and Healthcare Expo 2024 in Bangkok, celebrate excellence and innovation in the wellness sector, recognising top-tier service providers who deliver exceptional experiences. The awards are a hallmark of quality and customer satisfaction within the Thai wellness and healthcare community.

Blue Lotus Well-Being Spa offers a sanctuary of tranquility and rejuvenation. Nestled within the serene environment of Wyndham Hua Hin, the spa provides a range of luxurious treatments and services designed to promote holistic well-being, such as its signature Thai massage, good sleep massage, tension release massage and oriental massage.

Situated just 1.6 km from Pranburi Beach, Wyndham Hua Hin offers a relaxing seafront oasis with a host of modern amenities, including outdoor swimming pools, fitness centre, pet-friendly area, tennis, pickleball and basketball courts, a surf skate park, archery range, kids’ club, a karaoke room, and bicycles for all ages. The hotel is managed by Travel + Leisure Co.

To celebrate this outstanding achievement, Blue Lotus Well-Being Spa is offering an exclusive limited-time ‘Thai Touch Blue Lotus’ package. This luxurious 180-minute experience includes a Thai herbal compress massage, an uplifting facial, and a “Lotus Bath,” available at a special price of THB7,500 per couple or THB4,100 for one person—a remarkable 45% discount from the regular price of THB13,980 for couples. Additionally, guests can indulge in a 60-minute Indian head massage for just THB1,290 net.

For reservations and more information, please contact +66 032-632111 or email: reservations@wyndhamhuahin.com.

Palembang City, Indonesia (September 9, 2024) – Wyndham Opi Hotel Palembang announces its exclusive curated wedding packages, offering a unique blend of tradition and elegance with the “Ciatok” concept.

The Ciatok celebration, a cherished tradition among the Chinese-Indonesian community in Palembang, is a perfect option for couples seeking a distinctive and culturally rich wedding experience emphasising Asian values and customs.

The Ciatok, characterized by its round table dinner party, offers a special setting where guests are seated at prepared tables with eight to ten seats, and enjoy the bride’s pre-selected menu that enhances the overall festive atmosphere.

Unlike typical weddings, the Ciatok concept features a sequence of eight meticulously crafted main courses served one by one, starting with appetizers and soups and ending with dessert. This allows guests to savour each main dish without the accompaniment of rice.

“Wyndham Opi Hotel Palembang prides itself on its extensive experience in hosting Ciatok celebrations,” said Cleverin, Banquet Sales Manager at Wyndham Opi Hotel Palembang. “Our hotel can accommodate up to 110 round tables or 1,100 guests, making it an ideal venue for big celebrations. We also offer exceptional service, ample parking, and a beautifully designed ballroom that creates a stunning backdrop for any wedding.”

In addition to its spacious ballroom, Wyndham Opi Hotel Palembang provides a VIP Transit area and a semi-outdoor “After Party” space with a stunning view of the pool, perfect for extending the celebration. This venue is particularly suitable for brides who wish to personalise their wedding with unique decorations and themes.

Wyndham Opi Hotel Palembang invites couples to explore this exclusive offering and create an unforgettable wedding experience honouring tradition while embracing modern elegance.

For more information or to book a wedding event, contact the hotel team on Instagram @wyndhamopi or visit www.wyndhemopipalembang.com.

COFFS HARBOUR, NEW SOUTH WALES (SEPTEMBER 3, 2024): Club Wyndham Coffs Harbour has completed an extensive $3.2 million refurbishment of all apartments to elevate the experiences of guests and vacation club members.

The resort’s 60 one, two and three-bedroom apartments – in standard, deluxe, Grand and Presidential designations – have been updated with new carpets, shower screens, furnishings, and artwork. The striking colour palette features popsicle pinks and oranges, and pastel shades of green and blue – inspired by the region’s laidback lifestyle and Charlesworth Bay Beach, which can be accessed directly from the resort.

Key touches contributing to the overall transformation include stylish wood-look vinyl flooring, custom and redesigned kitchens for improved functionality, international and USB-C power outlets and enhanced lighting.

The 2 and 3-bedroom Presidential apartments provide stand-out accommodation designed to rate among the Coffs Harbour region’s finest offerings. Each apartment features a fully equipped kitchen, an espresso machine, expansive balconies and designer furnishings, finished with bespoke decor elements like woven textures and white timber shutters. Designed for group getaways or generational travel, Presidential apartments offer plenty of space and modern amenities, and are an unforgettable holiday experience.

Club Wyndham Coffs Harbour is part of Club Wyndham South Pacific, one of the region’s largest vacation clubs with close to 60,000 members and 54 resorts internationally. The club is developed and managed by Travel + Leisure Co.

“We are thrilled to unveil the transformed Club Wyndham Coffs Harbour in time for the September school holidays,” said Sophia Rodwell, Area Manager for New South Wales, Travel + Leisure Co. “Our club members and guests are loving the beautifully upgraded apartments, each designed to reflect the vibrant and relaxed spirit of the Coffs Coast.”

Club Wyndham Coffs Harbour contributes an estimated $20.4 million annually to the local economy every year, through 80 per cent occupancy year-around, an average party spend of approximately $3,500 per trip and the employment of 33 locals.

In line with the Travel + Leisure Co. commitment to sustainable refurbishment, all quality used furniture was donated to Lifeline.

Club Wyndham Coffs Harbour offers guests access to the onsite pool and barbecue areas and the Pacific Bay Resort Precinct facilities including golf course, tennis courts, multiple swimming pools, nature tracks, mountain bikes and the Bayside Bar & Grill and Tranquillity Day Spa. Club members staying can also hire mountain bikes, golf clubs, beach cricket set and boogie boards on a complimentary basis.

Pranburi, Thailand (2 September 2024) – Wyndham Hua Hin Pranburi Resort & Villas joined with local community members and the Office of Marine and Coastal Resources to plant 500 mangroves along the Pranburi River.

This impactful initiative underscores the resort’s commitment to environmental conservation and promoting sustainable tourism practices through the Wyndham Green program. By planting mangroves, the participants aim to enhance the local ecosystem, protect communities from river overflow or erosion, and support marine life habitats.

The event, organised by Sirinart Rajini Mangrove Ecosystem Learning Center, saw active participation from resort staff, community members near the river and government employees, reflecting a strong community spirit to help preserve Pranburi’s natural beauty.

Situated just 1.6 km from Pranburi Beach, Wyndham Hua Hin Pranburi Resort & Villas offers a tranquil seafront oasis with a host of modern amenities, including a day spa, outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, pet-friendly area, tennis, pickleball and basketball courts, a surf skate park, archery range, kids’ club, a karaoke room, bicycles for all ages, an EV charger and free Wi-Fi. The hotel is managed by Travel + Leisure Co.

The Wyndham Green Program is designed by Wyndham Hotels and Resorts to help their hotels reduce environmental footprints and operate more efficiently through eco-friendly initiatives. The mangrove planting activity is one of many efforts by the Wyndham Hua Hin Pranburi Resort & Villas to align with this mission and meaningfully engage with the local community.

Palembang City, Indonesia (August 21, 2024)—In a heartfelt and spirited celebration of Indonesia’s 79th Independence Day, Wyndham Opi Hotel Palembang organized a unique event that brought together employees, guests, and the local community.

The event began with a solemn flag ceremony, followed by a festive feast and a series of fun games that celebrated the nation’s rich cultural heritage. The ceremony, held at the hotel courtyard, was attended by employees and hotel guests and led by Mr. Jumin Hidayat, the Hotel Manager of Wyndham Opi Hotel Palembang.

“The celebration honors all the nobles who battled for Indonesia’s independence, which has stood in place for 79 years, and also attempts to foster a sense of nationalism,” said Mr. Jumin Hidayat. “In addition, the event featured traditional races involving local people, such as Lomba Makan Kerupuk, Lomba Balap Karung, Paku Botol, and competitions in futsal, e-sports, badminton, domino, and chess. These friendly games aimed to build our team spirit and promote camaraderie and compassion,” he added.

Adding to the excitement, the biggest Panjat Pinang Festival performance in South Sumatra, featuring 79 poles in total, was held in front of Wyndham Opi Hotel Palembang on Sunday, August 18, 2024. This traditional event is eagerly anticipated and draws participants and spectators from across the region.

Palembang City annually hosts the Bidar Boat Festival on the iconic Musi River, coinciding with Independence Day. The parade of exquisitely adorned boats featuring a variety of characters is a highlight of the city’s celebrations.

In conjunction with Independence Day, Wyndham Opi Hotel Palembang offers its “Independence SALEbration” room package at a special rate throughout August. This exclusive offer can be booked until August 31, 2024. To stay updated on all deals, follow the hotel on Instagram at @wyndhamopi or visit its website at www.wyndhamopipalembang.com.

Clark, Pampanga, Philippines (August 19, 2024) – Travel + Leisure Co., the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, has been named a winner of the prestigious 2024 HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia – The Philippines Chapter.

The esteemed award acknowledges organizations identified by their employees as employers of choice, highlighting exceptional HR practices, high employee engagement, and excellent workplace cultures across Asia.

“We are honored to receive this recognition from HR Asia. This award reflects the steadfast commitment of our team in the Philippines to foster an inclusive, dynamic, and supportive work environment where every team member can thrive and succeed,” said Barry Robinson, President and Managing Director of International Operations at Travel + Leisure Co.

The Travel + Leisure Co. office in Clark, Pampanga, employs over 700 professionals who provide essential 24/7 support across various business units operating in Asia Pacific, North America, Europe and the company’s global travel services and timeshare exchange business.

The company was recognized for its initiatives that elevate workplace culture and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. Team members enjoy events across the year like an annual team-building event, sports fest, Halloween bazaar, year-end celebration, and more.

Employees are also encouraged to participate in company programs focusing on charity, environmental protection, LGBTQIA+ rights, staff wellness, and empowerment of women. They also impact the local community through planting trees with the Aetas and supporting orphanages, public schools, an animal shelter, and an organization dedicated to conserving endangered sea turtles. Each employee receives a Wish Day, a dedicated paid leave for volunteering activities.

Alongside fostering a positive work environment, Travel + Leisure Co. invests in its employees with a comprehensive training and development program, which focuses on leadership and productivity. The company also offers benefits, including maternity and paternity leave, birthday leave, medical and travel insurance, travel and hotel stay discounts, tuition sponsorship, and a generous reward and recognition program.

The HR Asia awards are based on rigorous research and analysis of employee responses and company data. This recognition further strengthens the position of Travel + Leisure Co. as a leading employer in the Philippines, attracting top talent and building a loyal and engaged workforce.

This award in the Philippines comes after Travel + Leisure Co. was awarded one of HR Asia’s Best Companies to Work for in Asia – Indonesia Chapter in June 2024.

TORQUAY AND PHILLIP ISLAND (16 AUGUST, 2024) – Travel + Leisure Co., the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, has won the prestigious Resort Style Accommodation of the Year and Revenue Management Employee of the Year categories at the Victorian Accommodation Awards for Excellence.

The awards, held overnight at the Palladium on Crown in Melbourne, are an annual event to recognise the leading hotels, industry professionals and onsite amenities in the Victorian accommodation industry.

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island – managed by Travel + Leisure Co. – won the Resort Style Accommodation of the Year Award. The 210-room resort is a mixed-use property utilised by members of leading vacation ownership club, Club Wyndham South Pacific; resort guests and private residents.

The resort is spread out over a unique setting of 65 acres of natural bushland and features an enviable array of amenities, including two outdoor pools, an indoor pool, sauna, Flametrees Restaurant and Bar, fitness centre and children’s playground. Families can try a pedal kart track inspired by Phillip Island’s famous racing circuit, while a full kids’ program including dive-in movies and a jumping castle is rolled out during the school holidays.

Guests can choose between large free-standing studio, 2-bedroom or 3-bedroom cottages with full kitchens including dishwasher, heating and air conditioning, and patio. The space between the cottages gives guests privacy, the opportunity to unwind in their own space, and allows native animals to feel comfortable drawing close to guests.

“Our guests and club members regularly praise the beauty and tranquillity of the bushland setting at Ramada Phillip Island. We believe it offers people the opportunity to relax and recharge at their own pace, and we are grateful the industry has chosen to recognise our vision for the property,” said Emma Todd, General Manager.

Meanwhile, Revenue Analyst Kylie Hayles was acknowledged with the Revenue Management Employee of the Year award. Kylie manages revenue for a portfolio of properties across the Travel + Leisure Co. network – including all its properties in Victoria, which have seen an impressive growth in revenue under her oversight.

“These achievements in the state’s highest accommodation awards are testament to the excellent work of our team across Victoria and their dedication to delivering memorable experiences for our guests. We are thrilled to have our work recognised by the Victorian industry,” said Duncan Mars, Vice President Operations, Travel + Leisure Co.

In the Asia Pacific region, Travel + Leisure Co. oversees a property portfolio of close to 90 hotels and resorts – including nine in Victoria – and develops three vacation clubs under the Club Wyndham and Accor Vacation Club brands.

Club Wyndham Ballarat, Wyndham Hotel Melbourne and The Sebel Pinnacle Valley, also managed by Travel + Leisure Co. were finalists in other categories, along with Club Wyndham Dinner Plain Resort Manager, Max Mahony.

GOLD COAST (13 AUGUST, 2024): Travel + Leisure Co. staff are learning about how to improve their wellbeing through research-based activities leveraging their employee benefits during a carnival-style day – across 29 resort locations in Australia, New Zealand and Fiji and corporate offices on the Gold Coast.

Staff are being offered complimentary fresh smoothies, yoga and meditation, and information sessions on an extensive employee travel benefits program and the exclusive financial and private health insurance offerings available to them.

Travel + Leisure Co. also launched to associates the BUPA Healthy Cities Global Movement Challenge, which encourages physical wellbeing through movement and rewards movement with grants to restore natural habitats – to develop both healthier communities and a healthy planet.

Travel + Leisure Co. is the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company and employs about 19,000 people across the globe, with about 1,500 based in Australia in two Gold Coast corporate offices and across a series of hotels and resorts.

Australian employees enjoy benefits including:

• Access to heavily discounted stays at thousands of hotel, vacation ownership and vacation rental properties around the world
• Access to exclusive offers and discounts with thousands of established brands nationwide and beyond, through online platform Lifestyle
• Subsidised private health insurance cover with Bupa
• Exclusive rates with HSBC and access to the bank’s educational sessions
• Exclusive rates with Host Super and the provider’s educational sessions
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program, Assure

As an employer of choice, Travel + Leisure Co. is committed to being an inclusive workplace for its diverse employees, and offers staff the opportunity to contribute in the following spaces:

• First Nations – working group committed to promoting the perspectives and contributions of First Nations people in Australia and New Zealand
• Women in Travel – dedicated to inspiring women through professional development and growth opportunities and serving as a diverse voice and resource for business practices.
• Pride Int Diversity Resource Group – celebrates the vibrant community of LGBTQIA+ employees at T+L to cultivate a welcoming and inclusive culture, safe environment for LGBTQIA+ members and allies. 
• Sustainability – sustainability arm, Travel Green, committed to improving the environmental footprint of the business
• Philanthropy – the company’s philanthropic committee give their time to raise money for children in need

“A wide range of factors impact how each associate perceives wellbeing, which can depend on culture, circumstances and life experiences, which means there are different models where wellbeing can be delivered. We used a research-based approach to develop a holistic and multidimensional program of benefits around physical, emotional, social, culture and even financial wellbeing through our Be Well program,” said Senior Vice President Human Resources, Internal Communications and Customer Experience, Bruce Harkness.

“Our success depends upon our associates and it is our responsibility to contribute positively to their welfare and ensure they can work in a space that is safe, supportive and welcoming,” he added.

In the Asia Pacific region, Travel + Leisure Co. oversees a property folio of close to 90 hotels and resorts and develops three vacation clubs under the Club Wyndham and Accor Vacation Club brands. It operates corporate offices on the Gold Coast, Australia; and in Singapore; Shanghai, China; Tokyo, Japan; and Clark, Philippines.

Job hunters should visit the Travel + Leisure Co. Careers website. Current recruitment is focused on filling positions in operations, sales, business development and consumer finance.

GOLD COAST (13 AUGUST, 2024): Travel + Leisure Co. staff are learning about how to improve their wellbeing through research-based activities leveraging their employee benefits during a carnival-style day – across 29 resort locations in Australia, New Zealand and Fiji and corporate offices on the Gold Coast.

Staff are being offered complimentary fresh smoothies, yoga and meditation, and information sessions on an extensive employee travel benefits program and the exclusive financial and private health insurance offerings available to them.

Travel + Leisure Co. also launched to associates the BUPA Healthy Cities Global Movement Challenge, which encourages physical wellbeing through movement and rewards movement with grants to restore natural habitats – to develop both healthier communities and a healthy planet.

Travel + Leisure Co. is the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company and employs about 19,000 people across the globe, with about 1,500 based in Australia in two Gold Coast corporate offices and across a series of hotels and resorts.

Australian employees enjoy benefits including:

• Access to heavily discounted stays at thousands of hotel, vacation ownership and vacation rental properties around the world
• Access to exclusive offers and discounts with thousands of established brands nationwide and beyond, through online platform Lifestyle
• Subsidised private health insurance cover with Bupa
• Exclusive rates with HSBC and access to the bank’s educational sessions
• Exclusive rates with Host Super and the provider’s educational sessions
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program, Assure

As an employer of choice, Travel + Leisure Co. is committed to being an inclusive workplace for its diverse employees, and offers staff the opportunity to contribute in the following spaces:

• First Nations – working group committed to promoting the perspectives and contributions of First Nations people in Australia and New Zealand
• Women in Travel – dedicated to inspiring women through professional development and growth opportunities and serving as a diverse voice and resource for business practices.
• Pride Int Diversity Resource Group – celebrates the vibrant community of LGBTQIA+ employees at T+L to cultivate a welcoming and inclusive culture, safe environment for LGBTQIA+ members and allies. 
• Sustainability – sustainability arm, Travel Green, committed to improving the environmental footprint of the business
• Philanthropy – the company’s philanthropic committee give their time to raise money for children in need

“A wide range of factors impact how each associate perceives wellbeing, which can depend on culture, circumstances and life experiences, which means there are different models where wellbeing can be delivered. We used a research-based approach to develop a holistic and multidimensional program of benefits around physical, emotional, social, culture and even financial wellbeing through our Be Well program,” said Senior Vice President Human Resources, Internal Communications and Customer Experience, Bruce Harkness.

“Our success depends upon our associates and it is our responsibility to contribute positively to their welfare and ensure they can work in a space that is safe, supportive and welcoming,” he added.

In the Asia Pacific region, Travel + Leisure Co. oversees a property folio of close to 90 hotels and resorts and develops three vacation clubs under the Club Wyndham and Accor Vacation Club brands. It operates corporate offices on the Gold Coast, Australia; and in Singapore; Shanghai, China; Tokyo, Japan; and Clark, Philippines.

Job hunters should visit the Travel + Leisure Co. Careers website. Current recruitment is focused on filling positions in operations, sales, business development and consumer finance.