Metro Hotels Hammers Out a Great Idea for Trade Shows

What started as a simple idea for a low cost give-away has turned into a piece of marketing magic for Metro Hotels.

The sales department at Metro Hotels were looking for a low cost item that they could give-away to delegates who attended the many business trade shows the company exhibited at. "We looked at the usual stress balls and similar sorts of things and then we came across the stress hammer," according Metro Hotels Business Development Manager Richard Amour. "It was quirky, unique and had a certain attraction that we couldn't pass up," he explained.

The stress hammers have proven so popular that the sales staff receive emails from trade show delegates months after attending a particular event, requesting if they could be sent more hammers for their colleagues, children, nieces and nephews etc. According to Mr. Amour the stress hammers are a great conversation starter and everyone and anyone who works in the travel, tourism and hospitality industry can relate to stress.

"We have had a few politically correct people try to tell us that they are de-stress hammers but we are sticking with the majority opinion and therefore they will always be referred to as stress hammers." he explained. But what does a hammer have to do with hotel or serviced apartment accommodation? "Absolutely nothing," said Mr Amour, "and we think that is part of the attraction." In fact, Metro Hotels staff were getting asked so often what a hammer had to do with their business that they started to ask their clients the exact same question - and listed below are just some of the answers/ideas that they could safely publish:-

* Hammer out a deal at Metro Hotels
* Get hammered at Metro Hotels
* Metro Hotels - building relationships
* I nailed a great deal with Metro Hotels
 * Metro Hotels are hammering down prices

The only problem the sales team at Metro Hotels have now is ........... what do they come up with next? "The success of the Stress Hammers has been so huge that we are really scratching our heads to find something that will surpass the success of the Stress Hammers." Said Mr Amour.

Metro Hotels Hammers Out a Great Idea for Trade Shows

Brisbane's Carbrook Golf Course - Metro Hotels

“Hotel General Manager – Allan Hilt said” - It will be a big year for the club as they will host their first National Championship in April 2012 with the Australian Girls’ Amateur Championship and the Australian Girls’ Interstate Teams Matches.

Check out the sharks – see the u tube video’s that have caused a sensation around the world the sharks in the lake around the 13th to 15th holes, “absolutely no searching for your lost golf ball”

The golf club is one of the very few members' owned golf clubs established in Queensland in the last 50 years. As such, the members have control over their own destiny, without interference from landlords or other external parties, and enjoy knowing that any contribution they make to the club stays with the club.

The club property consists of 3 blocks of riverfront land on Beenleigh-Redland Bay Road, Carbrook at the confluence of the Logan and Albert Rivers. It is on the Eastern boundary of the Logan City Council area and closely adjoins Redland Shire. It is a 5 minutes drive from the Loganholme Hyperdome, 8 minutes from Redland Bay, and 15 minutes from Capalaba.

The property totals 92.83 hectares, of which the golf course, including the clubhouse, buggy shed, workshop, and carpark are built on approximately 40 hectares. The balance is a combination Practice Range, Lakes, and unused land.

The golf course is of genuine championship standard: being 18 holes, Par 71, ACR 72 and 6127 metres in length.

The club has a resident Professional, Teaching Professional, and Trainee operating from a well stocked shop. There is a fleet of near new electric Golf Carts for hire at reasonable rates and there is a Driving Range which is free to members, and a warm-up practice nets facility.

The modest but modern clubhouse overlooks the course and adjacent lakes and members and social players can enjoy a drink before or after their round on the outdoor deck overlooking the lake, or test their luck on the gaming machines if they wish. The Bistro is open 7 days with meals 4 days and snacks the other 3. Espresso coffee is available at the bar.

“Play and stay” at Metro Hotel Tower Mill – Call the Hotel on 07 3832 1421 for more information.

Metro Hotel Tower Mill's General Manager, Allan Hilt

Brisbane's Carbrook Golf Course - Metro Hotels

Metro Inn Albany Manager, Alan Scicluna Holds Up His 'Catch Of The Day'

Metro Inn Albany Manager, Alan Scicluna holds up his 'catch of the day' - a mighty Salmon caught at the popular Salmon Heads fishing spot near Albany using mackerel for bait.

According to Mr Scicluna, "the Salmon weighed more than 5 kilograms but we weren't too sure just how big it was because our scales only went to 5kg."

Albany is blessed with many fantastic fishing spots catering for both the experienced angler and the complete novice.

"I am more than happy to share with our guests the latest hot tips on where the biggest and best fish are being caught." explains Mr Scicluna. "And you can even cook the fish you caught right away on the BBQ we have for guests to use at Metro Inn Albany," he said.

Metro Inn Albany Manager, Alan Scicluna Holds Up His 'Catch Of The Day'

Metro Hotels Annual Managers Dinner 2011

Images of the Metro Hotels Annual Managers Dinner at Circular Quay in 2011

 

Richard, George and Daniel

Ricky, Harsha and Gary

Gary, Harsha

Daniel, Will and David

Dave, Sandra

 Jakin, John

Carlie and Gulnus

Marianna

 Stephen, Lisa and Carlie

Gary, Richard

Richard, Daniel and Will

Dale and George

Harsha and Sandra

Harsha posing with Miss Australia Finalists at Metro Apartments on Bank Place, Melbourne

Harsha (the Manager at Metro Apartments on Bank Place, Melbourne) posing with Miss Australia Finalists on site at Metro Apartments on Bank Place.

Aspire Hotel Sydney: Sydney Lord Mayors Christmas Reception, Aspire Hotel Sydney's Ricky Risal in Attendance

Aspire Hotel Sydney's General Manager Ricky Risal was in Attendance at the Lord Mayor of Sydney's Christmas Reception

Ricky Risal (Aspire Hotel Sydney General Manager) with Lord Mayor of Sydney - Clover Moore

Invitiation for the 2011 Christmas Reception

Sydney Lord Mayors Christmas Reception, Aspire Hotel Sydney's Ricky Risal in Attendance

Aspire Hotel Sydney: Hi im Karin - The Aspire Hotel Sydney Intern

Ninety days ago, I flew into Australia for 6 months. Three months have passed and I am writing this article about myself and my great life in Australia.

My name is Karin Lodewijks and I am a 19 years old girl from the Netherlands, studying Hotel and Event Management. Currently I am doing my internship at Aspire Hotel Sydney for 5 months.

After so much thinking, talking and saving my money, December last year I decided to come to Sydney for six months. First of all, I came here for my internship (of course) but secondly, because of the culture, the beautiful landscapes and the kindness, peacefulness and the hospitality of the people who live here. My thoughts and wishes came true and I am having a wonderful time in Sydney.

At this moment I am living in Bondi Junction and every weekday I am travelling to Ultimo to work at Aspire Hotel Sydney. During the months I have been here now, I brought the things I have learned at school into practice and I have gained a lot of working experience. It is really interesting to see how all the different departments work and communicate together, but at the same time are trying to reach their own goals. I already have had a look at some different departments such as housekeeping, reservations and sales and marketing but most of time has been spent with the front desk team. After my time at the Aspire, I hope I will find a position that suits me the best within the hotel industry.

During the weekends I am trying to see a lot of different things in Sydney and the surrounding areas and enjoying the different climate. It is really strange for me as a Dutch girl to celebrate Christmas and the New Years period in sunny Sydney. But I am looking forward to it. When my internship is finished, I am going to travel around Australia and I would like to go to New Zealand. I am so excited!

Time is flying - in 3 months I will have to go back to the Netherlands. But before that, I am enjoying and living the good life ‘Down Under’.

Aspire Hotel Sydney: Hi im Karin - The Aspire Hotel Sydney Intern