CLARK, PHILIPPINES (18 December 2023) – Travel + Leisure Co. Global Support Services (Philippines), Inc. employees successfully released more than 140 baby sea turtles to the sea in Bagac, Bataan, in partnership with the Pag-asa Pawikan Protection and Conservation Center (3P3C).

Over 50 employees in Clark recently joined 3P3C’s orientation on turtle conservation and the safe release of hatchlings, part of Travel + Leisure Co.’s Philippines’ Save the Turtles initiative.

“As a leader in the global leisure travel industry, Travel + Leisure Co. is committed to having a positive impact on the environment, promoting responsible tourism, and incorporating sustainable practices into every aspect of our operations,” said Liam Crawley, President of Travel + Leisure Co. Philippines.

“We are incredibly proud of our employees who actively volunteer for important causes like turtle conservation. This was our fourth time conducting a release, and it is inspiring to see the number of employees involved growing and the significant impact that our partnership with 3P3C has made,” added Crawley.

The team also adopted 30 turtle nests – each containing 40 to120 eggs – which involves employees committing to donate money to the organization to procure necessary items and supplies for patrolling the shores.

“Some of our colleagues based in other countries like Australia and the USA have also adopted the nests and even named them after their loved ones and friends,” shared Crawley.

Out of the seven sea turtle species in the world, five can be found in the Philippines. Three turtle species, including green, olive ridley, and hawksbill turtles, make the shores of Bagac their nesting sites. Hawksbill turtles are classified as critically endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature Red List because of their low survival rates caused by poaching, rising sea levels, and natural predators.

The 3P3C is a community-based group of volunteers who patrol the shores of Bagac for turtle eggs, protect them from poachers, rescue injured turtles, and provide environmental education to the broader community.

Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL) is the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, with a portfolio of nearly 20 resort, travel club, and lifestyle travel brands. The company’s Clark office provides operational, technical, and creative support to multiple business units of Travel + Leisure Co. across the globe. Learn more about Travel + Leisure Co.’s environmental, social, and governance initiatives here: https://www.travelandleisureco.com/esg-commitment.

CLARK, PHILIPPINES (25 October 2023) – Travel + Leisure Co. Global Support Services (Philippines), Inc. has taken a proactive step towards environmental conservation by initially planting 75 bamboo trees in Sitio Target, an Aeta community in Sapang Bato, Angeles City. This is part of the company’s ongoing project that has planted over 1,000 fruit trees in the community.

The initiative aligns with the ongoing efforts by various stakeholders to rehabilitate the 560-hectare Angeles watershed to maintain a sustainable water supply for Angeles City and the greater Metro Clark area.

Travel + Leisure Co. Philippines has partnered with the Aetas of Sitio Target and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources through its Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office (DENR-PENRO) in Pampanga. DENR-PENRO provides Travel + Leisure Co. Philippines with tree seedlings that the company brings to various local communities for planting.

“Our parent company, Travel + Leisure Co., is committed to making a sustainable impact globally. And we are extending that commitment to the Philippines where we help improve the environment and support local communities in developing sustainable programs that deliver economic benefits,” said Liam Crawley, President of Travel + Leisure Co. Philippines.

The team has been planting fruit-bearing trees in the area for two years now to help provide another source of food and livelihood for the Aeta community. This year, the team has started planting bamboo trees in preparation for the typhoon season. The bamboo trees play a vital role in preventing soil erosion and controlling water overflow from nearby streams. This will protect the vegetables and fruit trees planted by the Aetas near the streams.

“We are immensely grateful to our executives and associates in Clark for their unwavering commitment to this initiative as they volunteer their time to support the local community,” added Crawley.

Globally, Travel + Leisure Co. aims to plant two million trees by 2025. The company planted 71,000 trees in 2022, totaling 1,854,055 trees planted to date in partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation.

Travel + Leisure Co. Philippines, located in Clark Freeport Zone, serves as a global support center for business units of Travel + Leisure Co. The team of 700 associates provides operational, technical, and creative support to Travel + Leisure Co. offices and customers worldwide.

CLARK, PAMPANGA (18 September 2023) — Travel + Leisure Co. Global Support Services Philippines in Clark recently donated school supplies to help 120 students from San Joaquin Elementary School (SJES) in Mabalacat City, Pampanga.

Local employees organized a fundraising drive themselves through the office’s charity program, Wishes by Wyndham, to provide students with essential items as they embark on a new school year. The donation, which prioritized students who are in need, included a variety of school supplies, such as pencils, notebooks, crayons, art materials, and folders.

“Our team is passionate about giving their own resources to support the students of SJES through donations like this and the students’ joy and gratitude at this gesture is rewarding in itself,” said Liam Crawley, Chief Financial Officer of Wyndham Destinations Asia Pacific (a division of Travel + Leisure Co.) and President of Travel + Leisure Co. Philippines.

“We believe strongly in the importance of education and hope this donation will help these students derive greater benefit from their studies. Our team would like to wish all students a productive and successful academic year,” added Crawley.

The school principal and teachers of SJES have also built a meaningful partnership with Travel + Leisure Co. Philippines for over two years and welcome any support from various stakeholders. SJES has also been an adopted school of Travel + Leisure Co. Philippines for its environmental projects.

“We are grateful to our corporate partners like Travel + Leisure Co. Philippines for this much-needed support. The kids were excited to receive school supplies they could use for this school year,” said Evelyn Mercado, SJES School Principal.

Travel + Leisure Co. Philippines is committed to making a positive impact in the communities where it operates and will continue to seek out opportunities to support education and other important causes.

Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL) is the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, with a portfolio of nearly 20 resort, travel club, and lifestyle travel brands. The company’s Clark office provides operational, technical, and creative support to multiple business units of Travel + Leisure Co. across the globe.

Adelaide, August 21, 2023 – TRYP Pulteney Street, the newest hotel to grace Adelaide’s CBD, has emerged as the shining star of the prestigious Master Builders Awards held last week by securing the top accolade in the commercial building category for projects valued between $20 million and $50 million. This achievement underscores the exceptional craftsmanship and innovative design that define the TRYP Pulteney Street Adelaide project.

The award-winning construction company behind this accomplishment is Marshall & Brougham Constructions. Their dedication to delivering excellence and pushing the boundaries of architectural innovation has now been recognised at the highest level within the industry.

“We are very proud of our team and delighted to be recognised with this award. The project’s success reflects the collaborative efforts of Marshall & Brougham Constructions, the architects, the design teams, and all those who contributed to its realisation,” said Daryl Crebbin, General Manager Marshall & Brougham Constructions.

The 120-room hotel is one of the hippest places to stay in Adelaide thanks to its unique and striking construction and design. It features guest rooms in four categories: Standard, Deluxe with superior finishes and fittings, six spacious Corner Suites and Executive Suites on the 11th floor with an eye-catching design and the highest level of finishes and fittings. It also offers an onsite restaurant and bar, Z-Kitchen.

“We are thrilled that our hotel has been recognised in the competitive commercial building category,” said Warren Cullum, Senior Vice President Operations, Wyndham Destinations Asia Pacific, the management company behind TRYP Pulteney Street Adelaide. “It was a delight working with Marshall & Brougham Constructions, who worked diligently to bring our hotel vision to life.  This award is a testament to the collaboration, skill, and creativity that went into every aspect of the hotel’s construction,” he added.

The TRYP Pulteney Street Adelaide project stood tall against formidable competition, including notable projects such as the Coopers Stadium Redevelopment, Vibe Hotel, Cancer Council Building Greenhill Rd, Westminster School Stages 1, 2, and 3, Scotch College Wellbeing and Sports Centre, Tennis Centre Development (Memorial Drive), and the State Sports Park.

The Master Builders Awards celebrate the pinnacle of construction excellence, recognising those who have demonstrated outstanding workmanship, innovation, and dedication to their craft. TRYP Pulteney Street Adelaide’s recognition is a testament to its exceptional design, quality, and impact within the commercial building industry.

PORT DOUGLAS (14 AUGUST 2023) – Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas is proud to announce it has partnered with the National Indigenous Training Academy (NITA) to provide traineeship placements to First Nations students seeking a career in hospitality.

The placement gives young people completing certificate qualifications in hospitality and tourism through NITA – part of Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia – a practical taste of the industry, where Ramada Port Douglas will offer experience in both food and beverage, housekeeping and elsewhere at the resort.

“Hospitality in Port Douglas suffered financially during COVID-19 and then experienced staff shortages afterward, but agreements like these can help to nurture young talent – especially in our First Nations communities – and ensure a continual supply of workers to the industry,” said Hani Daher, General Manager at Ramada Port Douglas.

“Nationwide, hospitality is seen as transient, so it is important we encourage and train people who are intent on making a career in this sector. It offers exciting careers with leadership responsibilities, personal growth, and the opportunity to travel all over the world,” he said.

Both students currently at the resort are enrolled in a 12-month full-time traineeship through NITA and work four shifts at Ramada Port Douglas per week, while also taking part in practical training and theory sessions at the Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre.

“We’re thrilled to be partnering with Ramada Port Douglas to offer our NITA trainees even more on-the-job experience and help them hone their skills in tourism and hospitality”, said Matthew Cameron-Smith, CEO at Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia. “The opportunity for trainees to share their time between Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre and Ramada Port Douglas will deliver invaluable experience, helping to set them up for long-term success in the industry.”

NITA offers unique training, working and residential programs at both Ayers Rock Resort and Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre and aims to change the lives of Indigenous Australians by providing market leading training programs that empower an Indigenous workforce.

Set amongst Melaleuca rainforest and surrounded by lush gardens and free flowing waterways filled with barramundi, the 193-room Ramada Port Douglas is a mixed-use resort utilised by holiday club members of Club Wyndham South Pacific and resort guests. The resort also offers a pool with river, onsite day spa, a gym and 3Sixteen Bar & Bistro.

Sydney Australia, (February 2023) – Travel + Leisure Co., along with its Wyndham Destinations Asia Pacific business and managed Club Wyndham resorts across the region, is celebrating Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, which this year, for the first time, is being held in conjunction with the world’s largest Pride celebration, WorldPride.  The celebration coincides with the March launch of the company’s Pride International Diversity Resource Group, strengthening the diverse, inclusive Travel + Leisure Co. culture and its commitment to grow and develop associates representing all genders, abilities, races, and ethnicities. 

Club Wyndham Sydney, located on the corner of Wentworth Avenue and Goulburn Street in Surry Hills has its famous 14-storey mural lit up in rainbow colours along with its foyer to welcome Club Wyndham members and travellers from all over the world. The hotel is within easy walking distance from the many events being showcased in this world celebration of diversity.

WorldPride is a seventeen-day festival of more than 300 events including a Human Rights Conference, opening, and closing parties, a First Nations Gala Concert and the Pride March across the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Some of the biggest names in music such as Kylie Minogue and Nicole Scherzinger are visiting Sydney for the occasion. 

At Travel + Leisure Co., putting the world on vacation is more than a mission – it is the company’s care for travellers and associates around the world. As a leading global hospitality provider, the company fosters the development of its associates through engagement in the communities where they live and work, leadership training, mentoring opportunities, and educational support. 

The company’s cross-company Pride International Diversity Resource Group is already made up of over 100 associates from Travel + Leisure Co. and its Wyndham Destinations Asia Pacific, Panorama, and RCI businesses outside of the Americas. The launch will be marked with a ‘Wear Your Colours with Pride Day’ across 18 countries and over 23 resorts and offices across the region.

“The success of Travel + Leisure Co. is fueled by our people. Each associate brings a unique perspective and talent to help us deliver on our mission. Our goal is to celebrate the vibrant community of LGBTQIA+ employees at Travel + Leisure Co., and to cultivate a welcoming and inclusive culture and a safe environment for LGBTQIA+ members, allies and advocates,” said Liz Collinson, Executive Sponsor of Pride International and Senior Vice President Legal and Compliance at Wyndham Destinations Asia Pacific.

SINGAPORE (16 FEBRUARY 2023) – Wyndham Destinations International Limited, a subsidiary of Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE: TNL) – the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company – is pleased to announce the appointment of Marta Grutka as its new of Director of PR & Communications Asia, based at its regional headquarters in Singapore. 

In the new role, Grutka will oversee corporate communications inclusive of public relations, internal and external communications for the company. 

“Marta has extensive experience as a global brand consultant, mentor and speaker who has generated sustainable growth and transformation for the businesses she has worked for. Marta’s international experience and senior leader advisory capability will benefit our business as we expand across Asia. We’re delighted to welcome Marta to the team,” said Michael Parsons, Senior Vice President Marketing and Communications, Wyndham Destinations Asia Pacific. 

Marta has a Bachelor of Arts in foreign languages (French and German) and mass communications, and a Master’s in International Relations from Boston University (Brussels). She has worked as a global brand and business strategist and communications expert for more than 85 progressive brands including Royal Caribbean, The Walt Disney Company, Danone, and Alibaba Group and has lived and worked in Hong Kong, Los Angeles, New York, Paris, Singapore, Sydney, and Washington, DC. 

Wyndham Destinations is the world’s leading provider of vacation ownership and is a business unit of US giant Travel + Leisure Co. Wyndham Destinations International represents the Asia Pacific team within the organisation, which is the largest timeshare development operation outside of North America. 

Across the Asia Pacific region, Wyndham Destinations oversees almost 70 vacation ownership, mixed-use and pure-play hotel properties, and develops and markets two vacation ownership clubs: Club Wyndham Asia and Club Wyndham South Pacific.

Gold Coast, Australia (February 6, 2023) – Bride Melissa walked down the aisle with her groom, Josh on Sunday, February 5 on Married at First Sight Australia. For their romantic honeymoon, the pair headed off to Club Wyndham Denarau Island in Fiji for a stay in one of the resort’s luxurious Presidential Suites. 

Club Wyndham Denarau Island is a tropical paradise ideal for sipping cocktails and enjoying authentic Fijian culture. The resort boasts an enormous lagoon-style swimming pool, an adults’ pool with day beds and cabanas, an outdoor spa, swim-up pool bars, kids’ club, a café, smoothie bar and two restaurants. A host of onsite activities are also on offer, which are free to club members including SUP safaris, glass bottom kayaks and more. 

Club Wyndham Denarau Island is exclusively accessed by members of Club Wyndham South Pacific. The Presidential Suites are positioned in a secluded enclave with private plunge pools, beautiful contemporary bathrooms, spacious living rooms and fully equipped kitchens. Each has a large balcony and terrace with absolute oceanfront views.

“Club Wyndham South Pacific delivers exceptional hospitality experiences across our collection of resorts plus additional perks, including a host of free activities. Fully self-contained apartments are paired with the luxury of a full-service resort, providing the best of both worlds. Joining the club gives couples and families the chance to create vacation memories that will last a lifetime while saving on the cost of future holidays. For those looking to celebrate a special occasion or simply treat themselves to added luxury, our Presidential and Grand suites elevate holidays to a whole new level,” said Warren Cullum, Senior Vice President Resort Operations, Wyndham Destinations.

My Wyndham Holidays is offering a host of Romance Me packages to celebrate the airing of Married at First Site Australia. From resort stays in Queensland’s tropical Whitsundays to the Gold Coast, Torquay Victoria and Phuket, Thailand, the packages offer romantic getaways with a host of inclusions just in time for Valentine’s Day. To book a stay, or find out more about joining Club Wyndham South Pacific, visit mywyndhamholidays.com

GOLD COAST, Australia (December 15, 2022) – Wyndham Destinations Asia Pacific has announced that two of its leaders have been featured in the Women to Watch & Role Models for Inclusion in Hospitality, Travel & Leisure (HTL) Index 2022.

The global Index is produced by WiHTL in partnership with The MBS Group.

Donna Borthwick, Vice President Legal and Compliance has been featured as a Role Model for Inclusion, andEmma Leahy, Senior Director Strategic Operations & Administration Asia has been listed as a Woman to Watch. 

Now in its fourth year, the first half of the index features 61 women from across hospitality, travel and leisure who have achieved personal and professional success through their leadership, innovation and determination. Also included in the index are 20 inspiring role models for inclusion – individuals from all backgrounds who are playing a central role in moving the dial on diversity, equity and inclusion both in their organisations and communities.

Based on the Gold Coast, Australia, Donna Borthwick has a strategic role in ensuring the company’s operations across the Asia Pacific region and the nine countries where it operates are compliant with local laws. She is the lead of the company’s Women in Travel diversity resource group for Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA) and Asia Pacific regions. Donna also mentors a talented group of leaders who seek to guide women to reach their career and personal potential, forge alliances with their male colleagues, and maximise professional opportunities for women in the workplace.

 “I am honoured to be featured as a Role Model for Inclusion. I’m proud to be an ally and help to promote diversity and inclusion in the hospitality and travel sector,” said Ms Borthwick.

Emma Leahy relocated to Singapore in 2020 from the Gold Coast to help with the company’s expansion across Asia. In this role, Emma manages teams in Phuket, Thailand; Tokyo, Japan and Bali, Indonesia. Despite restrictive conditions on travel, Emma managed to keep her teams motivated, engaged and progressing.

“I am delighted to be featured as a ‘Woman to Watch’ alongside so many other fantastic role models for the industry who will no doubt inspire the next generation of leaders,” said Ms Leahy.

Barry Robinson, President & Managing Director Wyndham Destinations said, “At Wyndham Destinations, we proudly embrace a culture of inclusion and diversity and believe it enriches our organization as an international hospitality provider. I am immensely proud to see Donna and Emma included in this Index. They are talented leaders; fantastic role models and I congratulate them on this achievement.”