What To Expect From Australia In 2026
Planning your next incentive program or corporate event and looking for a destination that is the complete package? Then look no further than Australia. Here you will discover unique experiences and breathtaking landscapes, luxury and bespoke accommodation, world-class dining and exceptional event delivery – all wrapped up in warm hospitality. As we look toward the year ahead, discover what Australia has in store for you.
Luxury accommodation
From the Gold Coast to Adelaide / Tarntanya, Australia will welcome a wealth of new luxury accommodation across the country in 2026. Expect to see familiar brands such as Andaz and Australian brands like Crystalbrook opening the doors on new properties.
- Hyatt’s global hotel brand Andaz is set to make its Australian debut with a new 202-room luxury hotel rising above Broadbeach as part of The Star Gold Coast’s integrated resort precinct.
- Australia’s leading independent five-star hospitality company, Crystalbrook Collection, is set to open the 200-room Crystalbrook Sam in Adelaide/ Tarntanya.
- Located just 25 minutes from Cairns and 40 minutes south of Port Douglas, the 140-room Hilton Palm Cove Resort & Spa offers a blend of coastal relaxation and contemporary comfort.
Images: Andaz, Crystalbrook Sam and Hilton Palm Cove
Experiences and venues galore
The highly anticipated new Sydney Fish Markets is now open. In addition to retail and dining options, incentive planners will be excited to note the immersive experiences that is on offer, including behind-the-scenes tours, masterclasses at Sydney Seafood school and cultural storytelling that celebrates First Nations fishing traditions.
Whilst The Lands by Capella is set to become a landmark events destination. Located across the road from the Capella Sydney hotel in the city centre, the newly opened events precinct blends history with refined contemporary style, offering flexible, light-filled venues, including the impressive Capella Ballroom with views to Sydney Harbour Bridge.
This is just a taste of new and exciting developments opening in Australia for 2026.
Image: The Lands by Capella
Easy access
It has never been easier to get to Australia with 2,479 flights per week from 14 destinations. New routes include United’s San Francisco-Adelaide service, which operates three times weekly on a seasonal basis, as well as Delta’s Los Angeles-Melbourne and American Airlines’ Los Angeles-Brisbane services. Whilst Finnair will launch new daily flights from Melbourne to Helsinki in October 2026, stopping via Bangkok.
Sydney will also welcome the new Western Sydney Airport, a transformative project opening in 2026. The airport will broaden the accessibility of travel to and from Sydney and is the city’s first curfew-free airport, allowing for 24/7 operation.
Image: Sydney Harbour, Sydney, NSW Ó Tourism Australia
Come and say G’day
Want to learn more? Contact the Business Events Australia team and start planning your next incentive program or corporate event in Australia today.
Chris Achacoso, Business Development Manager, Business Events, North America [email protected]
Or visit australia.com/businessevents to find your local representative.
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