Taking shape at the edge of a remote mountain range in the country’s central highlands, Highland Base – Kerlingarfjöll is due to open in summer this year. Regional first Said to be the first resort of its kind in the region, the Highland Base Hotel will be complete with 46 rooms, two suites, and six luxury lodges. The 46 rooms will range in size from 194 sq ft to 323 sq ft and are designed for … [Read more...]
art’otel London Battersea Power Station officially opens
UK: Hospitality real estate company PPHE Hotel Group has opened the UK’s first art’otel property at Battersea Power Station in London today. Managed by Park Plaza Hotels, art’otel London Battersea Power Station is located within Battersea Roof Gardens in a new building designed by Foster + Partners. Interiors have been overseen by Spanish artist Jaime Hayon and include design features such as … [Read more...]
Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Offers New Slime Break Getaway and Easter Programming
Karisma Hotels & Resorts is introducing a new Slime Break Getaway at Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya and Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana from March 18 through April 16 with holiday savings and resort credit of up to $350.Guests who book the Slime Break Getaway for this spring season can save up to 40 percent off and enjoy $350 worth of resort credit when they book now … [Read more...]
Vote for the Best Travel Brands in Africa, Asia, Indian Ocean & Oceania in World Travel Awards 2023
Voting is now open for organisations in Africa, Asia, Indian Ocean and Oceania of the World Travel Awards 2023 programme. Industry professionals, the media and consumers worldwide have until midnight on 19 March to vote for travel brands that they consider the very best in the world. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
IHG Highlights Growth, Financial Success
IHG Hotels & Resorts announced its full-year 2022 financial results, including improvements in revenue, operating profit and net system growth.The hotel giant reported sequential improvement each quarter in global RevPAR compared to 2019, with RevPAR in the Americas increasing by 3.3 percent over pre-pandemic totals. Fourth-quarter RevPAR totals were up nine percent … [Read more...]
Fattal Group acquires The Grand Brighton
UK: Fattal Group, the owner of Leonardo Hotels, has purchased The Grand Brighton from privately owned investment company Wittington Investments. The acquisition, brokered by JLL, marks the third hotel in Brighton for Fattal. The Grand will join Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront, also located along the seafront, and Leonardo Hotel Brighton by the city’s train station. Fattal plans to … [Read more...]
OYO adds 40 hotels to UK portfolio in 2022
UK: Global travel technology company OYO has added 40 UK hotels to its platform and doubled its revenue in 2022 compared to 2021. The new OYO properties are located in Otterburn, Folkestone, Worcester, Swansea, Crewe, Kidderminster, Solihull, Peterhead and Boston. Overall, the company now has over 150 small hotels in over 65 cities across the UK. Puneet Yadav, country head at OYO UK, … [Read more...]
MGM Resorts is the First Gaming Company to Sign UN’s Water Mandate
MGM Resorts International became the first gaming company to sign the United Nations’ CEO Water Mandate, which seeks to address water challenges across six key areas of stewardship.The CEO Water Mandate is currently endorsed by over 230 companies across all industries around the globe. Created in 2007 by the UN Secretary-General and the UN Global Compact in collaboration with the Pacific … [Read more...]
Accor recruits new European and north African development executive
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Premier Inn MENA plans KSA venture under Middle East expansion
Premier Inn MENA plans to take Britain’s biggest hotel brand to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 2023 as part of its Middle East expansion, with discussions with several investors and potential business partners under way. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
Emirates Palace Hotel has officially rebranded as Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi
Emirates Palace Hotel has officially rebranded as Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi, signalling a new golden era as part of the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group portfolio. This exciting chapter will celebrate and build upon the hotel’s distinctive legacy while introducing unparalleled experiences for guests, further cementing its position as world’s … [Read more...]
Marriott brings two brands to Suzhou mixed use development
The Ritz-Carlton, Suzhou and Marriott Executive Apartments Suzhou plan to open at the end of 2024 and in the middle of 2025, respectively. China Central Place, Suzhou is a newly built, mixed-use development that will bring together hotels, residences, retail, and offices. The two new Marriott properties will serve as key components of the Huamao Group-developed complex. Ritz richness With interior … [Read more...]
Tribù at Villa Geba Budva, Montenegro
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Kennedy Training Network Announces Monthly Webcast Training Series
Complimentary Registration Courtesy Of Travel Outlook, Better Talent, and Track Hospitality Software Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
10 Best Places to Celebrate Mardi Gras in Europe
In North America, Mardi Gras—or Carnival as it’s known in many places around the world—is most famously associated with the cities of New Orleans and Mobile, with myriad celebrations taking place all over the country. Have you ever wondered where the tradition of throwing a pre-Lenten party started though? Most of it can be traced back to Europe and rest assured that the Continent still knows how … [Read more...]
WhyHotel by Placemakr, Columbia, Becomes Brand’s Newest Pop-up Hotel
COLUMBIA, Maryland—Placemakr announced the launch of its newest pop-up hotel—WhyHotel by Placemakr, Columbia. The new pop-up is located in Marlow in downtown Columbia and will begin welcoming guests in March. WhyHotel by Placemakr pop-ups are open for a limited time. In partnership with The Howard Hughes Corporation, the pop-up hotel will allow guests to experience hotel amenities and services … [Read more...]
Emirates Palace Hotel Rebrands As Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi
The beachfront palace features renovated rooms, innovative dining experiences, and brand-new spa and sports facilities. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
New Data from Expedia Shows Travelers Are Gaining Confidence to Search Further out and Are Planning Earlier for 2023 Travel
Warm weather destinations are seeing more demand as travelers in the Northern Hemisphere look to escape the cold - With remote work options available for many, flight data shows travelers are taking longer trips Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Google Hotel Ads Testing New Local Three-Pack Entry Point – koddi
This new entry point paves the way for higher intent users, greater selectivity among users, higher click-through rates and conversion rates, improved CPC, and more overall PPA traffic. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Embassy Suites by Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort Opens in Virginia Beach
Embassy Suites by Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort hotel has officially opened, located on the iconic Atlantic Avenue and situated just minutes away from Virginia Beach’s local culinary scene, rich history, arts and entertainment and family-friendly attractions. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]