UK: International Hospitality Media (IHM), a leading publisher and event organiser in the hospitality and real estate sectors, has announced major expansion and improvement to its flagship Urban Living Festival event. Hosted at Mary Ward House, close to the urban regeneration projects at London’s King’s Cross, the festival will take place on September 18 and 19 2024. Day one will consist of … [Read more...]
Dubai airport disruption: Here’s what to do if you’ve been affected
Whether you've been affected by Dubai flight cancellations or a victim of disruption elsewhere, here’s how to make sure you get the compensation you’re entitled to. Following days of chaos at Dubai International Airport, the head of Emirates Airline has published an open letter, offering his “most sincere apologies to every customer who has had their travel plans disrupted”.Severe and … [Read more...]
Momentum builds in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland’s hotel sector is expected to see around GBP300m of investment in development and refurbishment, over the next five years. Already, nine hotel projects are under way, according to an update from the Northern Ireland Hotels Federation, a trade body that is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2024. Those nine are the leading developments out of a total of 70 that the organisation … [Read more...]
The Bailey’s Hotel in Bloom: A Luxurious Blend of Sustainability and Luxury
The Bailey’s Hotel London Kensington marks Earth Day with a vibrant celebration of sustainability in collaboration with 30x influencers wearing sustainable fashion platform My Wardrobe HQ and florist Rebel Roses who created a display of silk sustainable flowers on the iconic Bailey’s Hotel staircase This initiative underscores the hotel’s commitment to … [Read more...]
Europe's travel strikes: Flight and train disruption you can expect in April and May
Our guide is updated as soon as a new European strike is announced. Strikes are a regular occurrence in Europe, as employees withhold their labour to fight for better pay and conditions.Walkouts are sometimes planned months ahead but others are announced last minute, showing that it always pays to check before you travel.Luckily, we have gathered all of the strike information together … [Read more...]
Fairfield’s European rollout begins
Marriott International has launched its Fairfield brand in Europe, with the opening of a Fairfield branded hotel in Copenhagen’s Nordhavn harbour district. The Danish property is the first of several now in the pipeline as the brand expands internationally. Despite never previously being seen across Europe, Fairfield is Marriott’s second largest brand, with over 1,290 hotels already open and in … [Read more...]
Centara Hotels & Resorts Redefines Travel in the Heart of Laos with the Opening of COSI Vientiane Nam Phu
Vientiane's first lifestyle hotel stands as a striking addition to the cityscape, redefining travel with a commitment to freedom, flexibility and sustainability. Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand's leading hotel operator, proudly announces the opening of COSI Vientiane Nam Phu, the affordable lifestyle brand's first overseas venture. Opening its doors in March 2024, this modern property … [Read more...]
Honeywell delivers comfort for guests, efficiency for hotels
Hotels need occupancy-based energy management On average, more than 30% of hotel rooms in the U.S. are unrented at any given time.[i] And even when rented, guestrooms are often left unoccupied throughout much of the day, leaving hotel rooms unoccupied almost as often as they are occupied.[i] An occupancy-based, standalone EMS is designed to provide the insights needed to manage and control … [Read more...]
Thousands protest in Spain's Canary Islands over mass tourism
Protestors are calling for a freeze on tourists, arguing that the current model has made life unaffordable and environmentally unsustainable for residents. Thousands of people protested in Tenerife on Saturday calling for the Spanish island to temporarily limit tourist arrivals.Holding placards reading "People live here" and "We don't want to see our island die", they're urging for a stem to … [Read more...]
From pods to treehouses, glamping is all the rage. Here’s how to book a glam European camping trip
Want to make the most of the great outdoors on your summer holidays but don’t know where to start? Many of us are dreaming of summer getaways and an increasing number are hoping to avoid package holidays and formulaic beach trips, instead getting back to nature.In a progressively more hectic world, travellers are more frequently choosing to plump for camping trips over fancy hotels and … [Read more...]
Istanbul welcomes Hamas and Egypt to conduct important talks
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan had a day of conducting important talks. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met with Hamas Political Bureau Chief Ismail Haniyeh in Istanbul on Saturday to discuss matters concerning the war-torn region. According to a statement from the Turkish President's Directorate of Communications, President Erdogan informed Ismail Haniyeh that Turkey remains … [Read more...]
At least six children were among victims of new Israeli strike on house in Rafah
At least six children were reportedly killed amongst the victims of an Israeli airstrike on a house in the southernmost city of Rafah. Where over half, many displaced, Palestinians are seeking refuge. Over the weekend, an Israeli airstrike targeted a house in Rafah, Gaza's southernmost city, killing nine people, including six children, according to hospital authorities.The conflict between … [Read more...]
Venice Biennale titled 'Foreigners Everywhere' gives voice to outsiders
Outsider, queer and Indigenous artists are getting an overdue platform at the 60th Venice Biennale contemporary art exhibition that opened Saturday. Brazilian curator Adriano Pedrosa’s main show, which accompanies 88 national pavilions for the seven-month run, is strong on figurative painting, with fewer installations than recent editions. A preponderance of artists are from the Global South, … [Read more...]
Latest news bulletin | April 20th – Evening
Top News Stories Today Updated: 20/04/2024 - 18:06 Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. ...More Source: euronews.com … [Read more...]
Ukraine launches a barrage of drones against Russia
Russia claims to have shot down 50 Ukrainian drones after Ukraine appeared to target its energy infrastructure overnight. Ukraine launched a series of drone attacks into Russia targeting its energy infrastructure, according to Moscow's Defence Ministry on Saturday.Russian air defences intercepted and destroyed fifty drones across eight regions, in the western Belgorod region near the Ukrainian … [Read more...]
US set to vote for foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan
U.S. House of Representatives is set to approve a 89 billion euro aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, overcoming months of internal discord. In a rare Saturday session, the U.S. House of Representatives convened to tackle a pivotal decision: the approval of an 89 billion euro foreign aid package destined for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.Ukraine has been running out of weapons and has … [Read more...]
Tesla recalls nearly 4,000 Cybertrucks due to accelerator pedal fault
Tesla has recalled nearly 4,000 of its 2024 Cybertrucks after a fault was discovered with the accelerator pedal. Tesla is recalling 3,878 of its 2024 Cybertrucks after it discovered that the accelerator pedal can potentially become stuck in a 'pedal to the metal' position, causing the vehicle to accelerate unintentionally and increase the risk of a crash.The accelerator pedal pad may dislodge … [Read more...]
Man dies after setting himself on fire outside Trump trial court
The man who set himself on fire outside Trump's trial court in New York has died, highlighting the intense emotions surrounding the case. Maxwell Azzarello succumbed to his injuries, the New York City Police Department stated on Saturday.He had been pronounced dead at a nearby hospital in Collect Pond Park at around 1:30 p.m. on Friday.Eyewitnesses reported that the man had distributed … [Read more...]
Latest news bulletin | April 20th – Midday
Top News Stories Today Updated: 20/04/2024 - 12:07 Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. ...More Source: euronews.com … [Read more...]
Nobu Hospitality Achieves Milestone: Unveiling the 40th Hotel
In an ongoing collaboration with Viet Capital Real Estate (VCRE) and Nobu Hospitality, the leading luxury lifestyle and iconic hotel, dining, and residence brand, announces the upcoming Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Ho Chi Minh. This marks the brand’s 40th hotel and second opening in Vietnam, following the announcement of Nobu Hotel, Restaurant, and Residences … [Read more...]