Skål International Melbourne

11/06/2026

The Skål International Melbourne Committee takes event planning very seriously.

And by seriously, I mean spending a cold and rainy Melbourne evening conducting highly scientific venue inspections

💙Testing the team-building activities
💙Assessing the entertainment value
💙Evaluating member enjoyment levels
💙Diving into ball pits for quality control purposes
💙Wearing questionable eye masks to ensure compliance with industry standards

Research is important, people.

Behind every Skål International Melbourne event is a committee working hard to find experiences that bring our members together, create genuine connections and remind us why this industry is so much fun.

A huge thank you to our fellow committee members who bravely volunteered for this critical assignment.
The findings were extensive, the laughter was plentiful and we’re pleased to report that several potential venues have passed inspection.

We’re already working on ideas for 2026 and 2027 and if this week’s field research is anything to go by, we’ve got some fun things coming your way.

Stay tuned.

02/06/2026

Your next business opportunity might come from a recommendation.

Your next career move might come from a conversation.

Your next friendship might come from a room full of strangers.

That’s the power of Skål International Official , for more than 90 years, Skål has connected travel and tourism professionals around the world through one simple belief:

People do business with people.

At Skål International Melbourne, we’re proud to be part of a global community that brings together professionals from every corner of our industry, including:

✈️ Travel Advisors
🚢 Cruise Specialists
🏨 Hotels & Accommodation
🌏 Tourism Boards
🎟️ Attractions & Experiences
🎪 Events & Hospitality
🛫 Aviation & Transport

While our members regularly connect here in Melbourne, they’re also part of a worldwide network spanning hundreds of clubs and thousands of tourism professionals across the globe.

From Melbourne to Singapore.
From London to New York.
From Dublin to Cape Town.

The connections don’t stop when the event ends.

Because sometimes the value isn’t in the event itself.

It’s in the person sitting beside you.
The introduction you didn’t expect.
The conversation that sparks a new idea.
The friendship that grows into a business opportunity.

The support that comes from being surrounded by people who genuinely understand our industry.

That’s what makes Skål different.

“Doing Business Among Friends” isn’t just a tagline.

It’s what we do.

To our members, thank you for continuing to make Skål International Melbourne such a welcoming and vibrant community.

And if you’ve ever been curious about joining us, we’d love to welcome you to one of our upcoming events.

Stay Connected

Don’t miss future events, networking opportunities and industry updates.

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Connecting Tourism Globally.
Doing Business Among Friends.

28/05/2026

Skål International Melbourne is gearing up for a HUGE few months ahead

If you’re in travel, tourism or hospitality and you’re not across what’s happening at Skål Melbourne, now’s the time

We’ve got some incredible events coming up that bring together passionate people from across our industry to connect, collaborate, learn and genuinely enjoy being around others who “get” this crazy, brilliant industry we’re all part of.

Coming Up:

16 June — TIME - Travel Industry Mentor Experience - TIME Melbourne and Skål International Melbourne hosted by 50 Degrees North Group | B-Corp™ A night bringing together both emerging and experienced professionals from across the travel and tourism industry to connect, learn and build meaningful relationships.

14 July — Skål International Melbourne Trivia Night (Always one of the most fun nights on the calendar packed with laughs, networking and brilliant prizes)

24 September— AFL Grand Final Luncheon
And trust us, this year’s event will be BIG.
An incredible guest speaker plus a sneak peek at Kylie Minogue rehearsing for the Grand Final performance

4–6 September 2026 — 114th Skål International Australia National Assembly | Hobart, Tasmania
A fantastic opportunity to connect with Skål members from across Australia, share ideas, build relationships and experience the true power of connecting tourism globally

Some of these events WILL sell out once released.

So if you want first access to upcoming events, tickets and announcements make sure you’re following our Humanitix page 👇

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Whether you’re a long time member, new to the industry or simply wanting to build stronger connections within travel and tourism, there’s a place for you at Skål Melbourne.

Connecting Tourism Globally 🌏

22/05/2026

It was a fantastic evening of connection, learning and celebration for Skål Melbourne last night, as a wonderfully warm group of members and guests came together at ReWine to explore the growing importance of sustainability in tourism and business.

A huge thank you to our marvellous guest speaker, Sara King from Intrepid Travel, who shared insights into Intrepid’s impressive B Corp certification journey, what it means in practice and why embedding purpose into business operations matters more than ever.

Members left with valuable ideas, practical takeaways and a range of resources that Intrepid has kindly provided, which we’ll be sharing with members soon.

We were also thrilled to officially induct three brilliant new members Kylie Wapp, Margie Stewart and Renee Lamble into our Melbourne Club. Welcome to the Skål family!

(Keep an eye out for our next post where we’ll introduce them properly.)

And to add a touch of international charm to the evening, we were delighted to welcome visiting Skålleague Charles Tee from Skål Singapore a lovely reminder of the global friendships and connections that make Skål so special.

A heartfelt thank you as well to Marshall and the team at ReWine, our favourite sustainable wine merchants.
We were incredibly well looked after throughout the night as we enjoyed a range of fabulous sustainably produced wines while soaking up the knowledge, friendship and camaraderie of our industry colleagues.

28/04/2026

From Melbourne to Madrid, from Berlin to Broome, from Hyderabad to Hobart, from Kununurra to Kuala Lumpur, from Paris to Perth…and beyond…for 92 years Skål International has been connecting travel and tourism professionals around the world 🌍💙

Since 1934, Skål International has been connecting industry leaders from across the globe, promoting tourism, business and friendship. Today, and everyday, we celebrate our fellow Skålleagues and wish everyone "Happiness, Good Health, Friendship, Long Life. Skål!" 💙

24/04/2026

Members and industry friends filled the room at the gorgeous Pan Pacific Melbourne this week for our April Power Lunch and what was arguably one of the best Skål Melbourne events to date (and there have been plenty of great ones to brag about, if we say so ourselves!) 💪✨

We heard from two legendary industry experts, David Hughes and Michelle Emerton, highlighting the importance of training, evolution and embracing AI and new strategies in the travel industry. Thank you Dave and Michelle for your insights!

We enjoyed the outstanding 5 star hospitality of the team at Pan Pacific Hotel Group, including an incredible 3 course meal and personal site inspection of their fabulous South Wharf property 😍 And we extend our heartfelt thanks for their generous accommodation prize vouchers - congratulations to our lucky winners Iain, Renee and Kylie!

And the highlight of the day, celebrating the inauguration of our new Club President, Mr Craig Hunt. Skål Melbourne’s future is in great hands!

A huge thank you to all who came along and made the day so special, to the Pan Pacific team for their amazing support, service and care, and to the weather gods for turning on the most marvellous of Autumn days in the city!

20/04/2026

We are already so excited for this one! Put the date in your calendars now, Melbourne Skålleagues!!

14/04/2026

📢 Melbourne Skålleagues! Nominations are now open for the 2026 Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards!

Established in line with the United Nations’ commitment to sustainable development, these awards shine a spotlight on best practice and innovation across a range of categories, including:
🍃 Accessible Tourism
🍃 Accommodation, Food and Hospitality Services
🍃 Biodiversity Development by Communities and Governments
🍃 Communications and Innovative Sustainable Solutions
🍃 Tour Operators and Travel Agencies

If you or your organisation are leading meaningful sustainability initiatives, we encourage you to nominate! *Note deadline for submissions is 31 May.
More info can be found here: https://skal.org/sta-winners

10/04/2026

What a delight to have Michelle Emerton joining the panel this month for our Power Lunch on Thursday, 23 April 🌟

Michelle is a highly experienced travel industry leader, with over 30 years in the sector. For the past 16 years, she has served as General Manager of ATAC (Australian Travel Agents Co-operative), supporting a network of over 70 independent agencies. Michelle began her career as a consultant in 1988, going on to manage and operate the successful Victorian Teachers Travel. Known for her deep industry knowledge and strong relationships, she is passionate about empowering independent agents and strengthening the travel community across Australia. ✈️

Book your spot for our Power Lunch today (tickets are almost sold out!):
https://events.humanitix.com/skal-melbourne-power-lunch-april-2026

09/04/2026

We are thrilled to have David Hughes joining the panel this month for our Power Lunch on Thursday, 23 April 💪🏻
David is a highly respected travel industry leader with extensive experience across airlines, corporate and retail travel, and wholesale operations throughout Asia Pacific. He has held senior roles with Qantas, Helloworld, Travel Counsellors and QBT. David is currently Managing Director of Entourage Travel Group and Asia/Pacific Managing Director of Uniglobe Travel International.

Passionate about innovation, he actively supports start-ups including Travello, Blackbook and Troop. David has also contributed to industry leadership through roles with GBTA and as Chair of Force for Good Advocates, championing diversity and opportunity across the travel sector. ✈️

Tickets are almost sold out, so you best get in quickly! Book your spot for our Power Lunch here: https://events.humanitix.com/skal-melbourne-power-lunch-april-2026