SKAL Brisbane

01/06/2026

Join us at STAR Gold Coast with Skalleagues from SEQ - guests and interstate colleagues most welcome - for a two course lunch and three hour drinks package.

01/06/2026

SEQ COMBINED CLUB EVENT - BOOK NOW !!!

The tourism, hospitality and travel industries are built on relationships, collaboration and shared knowledge.

That's why we're excited to invite industry professionals to one of the signature events on the South East Queensland tourism calendar.

The Skål SEQ Combined Clubs Lunch, hosted by Skål International Gold Coast and Skål International Brisbane.

We are delighted to welcome Jennifer Cronin, Interim CEO of The Star, who will share her insights on the future of tourism and hospitality, and the evolving operating landscape across QLD and Australia.

📅 Friday, 19 June 2026
📍 Isoletto Privé, The Star Gold Coast
🕛 12:00pm – 3:00pm

Whether you're a Skål member, industry leader, emerging professional, or simply passionate about the visitor economy, this is a fantastic opportunity to connect with peers, strengthen relationships, and be part of the conversation shaping our industry's future.
Seats are limited and we encourage early bookings.

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31/05/2026

25/05/2026

✨✈️ THE FUTURE OF TRAVEL & TRANSPORT ✈️✨

What an incredible afternoon at Skål International Brisbane’s May event, proudly hosted at the beautiful Crystalbrook Vincent.

From insightful industry conversations to meaningful networking amongst friends, the event brought together leaders across aviation, transport, cruising, hospitality, and tourism to discuss the future of our evolving industry.

A huge thank you to our outstanding panel:
• Henry Coles – Virgin Australia
• Anthony Smith – Hertz
• David Craven – Princess Cruises
• Tom Bebbington – Specialised Transport Australia

Brilliantly moderated by Sandra Swatton, the discussion explored innovation, connectivity, customer experience, and what’s next for travel and transport across Australia and beyond.

A special thank you to Gemma and the entire Skål International Brisbane committee for delivering such a fantastic event, and to all Skålleagues and guests who joined us.

The energy in the room truly reflected Skål’s motto — “Doing business amongst friends.” ✨

16/05/2026

✈️🚢🚘 THE FUTURE OF TRAVEL & TRANSPORT 🚘🚢✈️

MEET OUR FINAL SHOWCASE PANELIST - TOM BEBBINGTON FROM SPECIALIST TRANSPORT AUSTRALIA (STA)

Skål International Brisbane is excited to welcome Tom Bebbington, CEO & Founder, as one of our keynote panelists for
THE FUTURE OF TRAVEL & TRANSPORT.

📍 Crystalbrook Vincent Hotel, Brisbane
📅 Thursday 21 May 2026
⏰ 12:00 – 2:30pm AEST

15/05/2026

✈️🚢🚘 THE FUTURE OF TRAVEL & TRANSPORT 🚘🚢✈️

MEET OUR 3RD SHOWCASE PANELIST - ANTHONY SMITH FROM HERTZ

Skål International Brisbane is excited to welcome Anthony Smith, Regional Lead & Head Travel Distribution ANZ, as one of our keynote panelists for
THE FUTURE OF TRAVEL & TRANSPORT.

📍 Crystalbrook Vincent Hotel, Brisbane
📅 Thursday 21 May 2026
⏰ 12:00 – 2:30pm AEST

Limited seats available.

15/05/2026

✈️🚢🚘 THE FUTURE OF TRAVEL & TRANSPORT 🚘🚢✈️

MEET OUR 2ND SHOWCASE PANELIST - DAVID CRAVEN FROM PRINCESS CRUISES

Skål International Brisbane is excited to welcome David Craven, Field Sales and Key Account Manager, as one of our keynote panelists for
THE FUTURE OF TRAVEL & TRANSPORT.

📍 Crystalbrook Vincent Hotel, Brisbane
📅 Thursday 21 May 2026
⏰ 12:00 – 2:30pm AEST

Limited seats available.

13/05/2026

✈️🚢🚘 THE FUTURE OF TRAVEL & TRANSPORT 🚘🚢✈️

✈️ MEET OUR FIRST SHOWCASE PANELIST — HENRY COLES ✈️
Skål International Brisbane is excited to introduce our keynote panelists for an industry discussion exploring the future of aviation, cruising and ground transport.

Skål International Brisbane is excited to welcome Henry Coles, Head of Airline Partnerships at Virgin Australia Group, as one of our keynote panelists for THE FUTURE OF TRAVEL & TRANSPORT.

📍 Crystalbrook Vincent Hotel, Brisbane
📅 Thursday 21 May 2026
⏰ 12:00 – 2:30pm AEST
Limited seats available.

11/05/2026

🚨 BIG IDEAS. BOLD LEADERS.

We’re thrilled to announce the powerhouse line up for The Future of Travel & Transport event on the 21st of May.

Bringing together leaders across aviation, cruise and ground transport, this cross-sector conversation will explore how we’ll move over the next decade by air, sea and land.

✈️ Virgin Australia – Henry Coles. Head of Airline Partnerships
🚢 Princess Cruises – David Craven. Field Sales & Key Account Manager
🚗 Hertz – Anthony Smith. Regional Lead, Travel Distribution, ANZ
🚌 Specialist Transport Australia – Tom Bebbington. CEO and Founder

Together, they’ll unpack:
🔹 shifting travel demand & market trends
🔹 customer expectations & future experiences
🔹 sustainability & operational resilience
🔹 hidden opportunities across transport modes
🔹 what’s next for the future

📍 Crystalbrook Vincent Hotel, Brisbane
📅 Thursday 21 May 2026
⏰ 12:00 – 14:30
✨ Includes welcome drink, shared lunch & high-value networking with industry leaders.

Seats are limited — don’t miss the conversation shaping the future of travel and transport.

03/05/2026

Limited seats available – register now to join us !!!