This appointment continues Red Sea Global’s quest to bring on top-tier talent who will drive innovation and be a part of achieving great success in the hospitality sector. Elevating Saudi Arabia’s tourism In his role as Group Head of Hospitality for the developer behind regenerative tourism destinations The Red Sea and Amaala in Saudi Arabia, Sébastien Carre will lead the hospitality function of … [Read more...]
HB Exclusive: Davidson partners with eTip
eTip, a digital tipping and financial benefits platform tailored to service sector businesses, has been designated as a digital tipping partner by Davidson Hospitality Group. “We look forward to this new era of using technology to redefine hospitality,” says Nicolas Cassis, co-founder/CEO, eTip. “Together with Davidson Hospitality Group, we’re setting the stage to empower guests to show even more … [Read more...]
Preferred Hotels & Resorts adds 13 global properties
Worldwide: Independent hotel collection Preferred Hotels & Resorts has added 13 member properties to its global portfolio. Preferred Hotels & Resorts represents more than 600 hotels across 80 countries. Between October and December 2023, the group onboarded 13 member hotels to its portfolio and particularly strengthened its presence in Spain. The majority of properties (eight) have joined … [Read more...]
Airport customs dog sniffs out something unusual in passenger's luggage – mummified monkeys
Bushmeat is illegal in the US due to the risk of viruses. A US Customs and Border Protection dog sniffed out something unusual in luggage from a traveller returning from Africa - mummified monkeys. The passenger returning from a visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo reported that the luggage contained dried fish, but an inspection at Boston Logan Airport revealed the dead and dehydrated … [Read more...]
Rixos to fuse cutting-edge luxury with cultural heritage in new Istanbul hotel
Located in the revived Tersane historical district, this brand-new hotel will provide a redefined urban experience fusing cutting-edge luxury with the cultural heritage of this famous peninsula. A new design concept Launching this spring as a flagship Rixos property, and the group’s 13th hotel in Turkey, Rixos Tersane Istanbul will be set apart by its location, in the Golden Horn estuary of the … [Read more...]
IHCL Inks 300 Keys Ginger Hotel at Mopa, Goa
L-R: Mr. Puneet Chhatwal, MD & CEO, IHCL and Mr. Aman Kapoor, CEO, Airport Land Development, GMR — Photo by IHCL Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India's largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a Ginger hotel at Manohar International Airport (MOPA) in Goa. The 60-year sub-license agreement was signed between GMR Goa International Airport Limited (GGIAL) and Roots … [Read more...]
Accor officially opens Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport Hotel, a stunning fusion of cultural, superior design, and premium hospitality
New Zealand's largest hotel operator, Accor, welcomes Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport Hotel into its portfolio. The hotel is the first five-star hotel to open at the Auckland Airport precinct, being only 100m from the front entrance of the international terminal. Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport Hotel is set to quickly establish itself as one of New Zealand's most architecturally striking … [Read more...]
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, proudly announces its latest venture
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, proudly announces its latest venture, COSI Vientiane Nam Phu, marking the affordable lifestyle brand’s first foray into the overseas market after the resounding success of its preceding COSI properties. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
Proudly Committed, RIU’s definitive step towards sustainability
RIU has presented its new Proudly Committed sustainability strategy. This change comes after a deep internal reflection on the future of the hotel industry and its impact on the community, the environment and employees. As a result of this process, RIU decided to transform the company and place sustainability at the centre of all the organisation’s … [Read more...]
MELIÁ WILL OPEN ITS FOURTH LUXURY HOTEL IN MADRID: CASA DE LAS ARTES
The hotel, formerly known as Madrid Atocha Affiliated by Meliá and located in the literary heart of Madrid, has undergone a complete renovation and will reopen under the Meliá Collection brand, in response to the increasing demand for luxury accommodations in the capital city Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
Dusit Thani Public Company Limited expands its operations in the luxury residential management area
Dusit Hospitality Services, a subsidiary of Dusit Thani Public Company Limited (DUSIT), one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has expanded its operations in the luxury residential management segment by winning the contract to manage MARQUE Sukhumvit, a super luxury condominium which has the highest price per square meter in the … [Read more...]
Marriott goes for growth
In the US and Canada, regional signings of 91,000 rooms included 37,000 added via a strategic licensing agreement, signed with MGM Resorts International. While in Mexico, completion of the acquisition of City Express led to the addition of 150 hotels with 17,500 rooms into the Marriott global portfolio. Outside the home US market, the strongest signing volumes were in China, Vietnam, Japan, United … [Read more...]
In the light of hospitality
Inspirational roundThe old Stadtschreiberei is located in the heart of Munich’s city center and is now being used as the ‘Schreiberei’ with two different gastronomic concepts. On the first floor, the ‘Schreiberei’ brasserie combines New York casualness with relaxed Mediterranean culinary culture and French cuisine with Japanese precision. Casual dining in an atmosphere of deeply felt appreciation … [Read more...]
10,000-room Crystal Lagoons Project Opens in Orlando
More than 10,000 rooms will surround the lagoon powered by Crystal Lagoons® technology, recently inaugurated in the United States. It is located just steps from Disney World and Universal Studios in the heart of Orlando, the most visited destination in the US, with 75 million tourists annually. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
THE LEELA PALACE NEW DELHI ELEVATES THE ART OF HOSPITALITY
The Leela Palace New Delhi partnered with the prestigious India Art Fair for its 15th edition as the official Hotel and VIP Lounge Hospitality Partner. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
Marco Polo Ortigas Manila Hosts Month-Long Celebration of Love in February 2024
Marco Polo Ortigas Manila is embracing the spirit of Valentine’s Day and the season of love with a month-long celebration throughout February 2024. The hotel offers a range of romantic experiences and culinary delights for guests to enjoy, including specialty cakes from Cafe Pronto, inspired afternoon tea at Connect Lounge, a Valentine’s Aperitivo at Vu’s Sky … [Read more...]
Millions of euros and thousands of delays: How copper theft is delaying passengers all over Europe
Europe's biggest rail operators are reporting problems with copper theft on their lines and with the price of the metal set to rise many are concerned. Copper theft is delaying thousands of trains and causing millions of euro worth of damage to rail infrastructure across Europe.You may wonder why thieves stealing a metal could be so significant as to stop trains from running. Well, because … [Read more...]
IHG Hotels & Resorts Forges Ahead with Ambitious Expansion Plans in Greater China
IHG Hotels & Resorts announces its ambitious plans for 2024, buoyed by the revival of Greater China’s cultural and tourism industry. Under the vision of “True Hospitality for Good,” IHG is poised to explore both established and emerging destinations, anticipating strong market confidence and energy consumption in the region. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
Caption by Hyatt Nashville Hotel to Open Early 2025
Caption by Hyatt Nashville Hotel Celebrates Topping Out Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Best Western SeaWorld San Antonio Hotel Opens in Texas
Best Western SeaWorld San Antonio recently underwent a $1.5 million renovation. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]