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Japan is an influential market in global tourism, known for both high-spending international travellers and innovative hospitality concepts. Our coverage looks at Japanese visitor patterns to the UK, brand movements, and investment activity relevant to British hotel businesses. We also report on collaborations, cultural tourism links, and the role of Japanese operators, technologies, and design philosophies that are shaping guest experience and operational thinking within the UK hotel industry.

  • Mar- 2025 -
    11 March
    PeopleGrand Central Hotel, Belfast names Jake McHugh as GM

    Grand Central Hotel, Belfast names Jake McHugh as GM

    Grand Central Hotel Belfast, part of Hastings Hotels Group, has appointed Jake McHugh as general manager of the city centre hotel. Having lived abroad and worked in hotels in various positions for over two decades, Hastings said McHugh brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the role. Following a…

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  • Feb- 2025 -
    27 February
    Tourism66% of US and UK travelers combine business trips with leisure, IHG finds

    66% of US and UK travelers combine business trips with leisure, IHG finds

    Some 66% of US and UK travelers actively combine business trips with personal leisure time, up from 53% in 2022, according to the latest report released by Crowne Plaza by IHG.  The data comes from the hotel brand’s second white paper – Leading the Charge in Blended Travel – which…

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  • 7 February
    Columns
    Leading Aimbridge EMEA’s expansion and innovation in hospitality

    Leading Aimbridge EMEA’s expansion and innovation in hospitality

    David Anderson, Divisional President of Aimbridge EMEA, has spent over three decades in the hospitality industry, building a career that spans continents, brands, and leadership roles. His journey—from an unexpected start in a hotel restaurant to managing a vast portfolio of over 1,550 hotels—reflects a deep understanding of operations, owner…

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  • Jan- 2025 -
    28 January
    Advice
    From automotive to hospitality: The journey of Arnaud de Saint-Exupéry

    From automotive to hospitality: The journey of Arnaud de Saint-Exupéry

    Arnaud de Saint-Exupéry, Area Vice President of Hyatt UK & Ireland and General Manager of Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill, has navigated an illustrious career path that bridges industries, continents, and challenges. In this interview, de Saint-Exupéry shared his unique journey, the philosophies guiding his success, and his insights…

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  • Dec- 2024 -
    3 December
    Hotel BrandsIHG’s Vignette Collection reaches over 50 open and pipeline hotels

    IHG’s Vignette Collection reaches over 50 open and pipeline hotels

    IHG Hotels and Resorts has revealed its Vignette Collection has reached over 50 open and pipeline properties. Just three years after the brand’s introduction to IHG’s leading luxury and lifestyle portfolio, the collection brand has surpassed the halfway point in its initial aim to reach 100 open and pipeline hotels…

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  • Sep- 2024 -
    30 September
    Hotel BrandsAccor reaches 1,000 Mercure hotels milestone

    Accor reaches 1,000 Mercure hotels milestone

    Accor has revealed its Mercure brand has opened its 1,000th hotel having celebrated its 100th anniversary back in 2023. The 1,000-hotel milestone was achieved in 2024 with a spate of openings that included Mercure London Earls Court (UK), Mercure Chandigarh Tribune Chowk (India), Mercure Fukuoka Munakata Resort and Spa (Japan),…

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  • Aug- 2024 -
    6 August
    AppointmentsAimbridge appoints Full Service president

    Aimbridge appoints Full Service president

    Aimbridge Hospitality has appointed Christopher Tatum as its new divisional president of its Full Service division.  Tatum will become a member of the company’s executive leadership team and report directly to CEO Craig S. Smith.  In his new role, he will provide oversight and leadership for the entire Aimbridge Full…

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  • Jun- 2024 -
    14 June
    Restaurants & ChefsRooftop bar Radio unveils new design ahead of ME London reopening

    Rooftop bar Radio unveils new design ahead of ME London reopening

    Rooftop bar Radio has unveiled a “striking” new design refresh ahead of its reopening at five-star hotel ME London on Friday 28 June.  The 200-seat rooftop venue, which was designed by international restaurant designer, Bernard Caroll, benefits from “classic and contemporary” luxury with Eastern-inspired detailing that create an environment that…

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  • Apr- 2024 -
    8 April
    Restaurants & ChefsFour Seasons London at Park Lane to host two-day omakase pop-up

    Four Seasons London at Park Lane to host two-day omakase pop-up

    Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane’s Michelin-starred Pavyllon will host a two-day pop-up from L’Abysse, Paris’ two-Michelin-starred sushi counter on Friday 26 April and Saturday 27 April.  Chef Yannick Alléno, who founded L’Abysse, will invite his Paris establishment and master sushi chef, Yasunari Okazaki, to his London restaurant for…

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  • Oct- 2023 -
    11 October
    HotelsHilton Oxford Belfry GM sets out new vision amid 500k refurb

    Hilton Oxford Belfry GM sets out new vision amid 500k refurb

    Adam Davie, general manager at DoubleTree by Hilton Oxford Belfry has mapped out a refreshed vision for the resort following a recent refurbishment and relaunch. DoubleTree by Hilton Oxford Belfry is a four-star hotel that offers 154 bedrooms, a restaurant and bar alongside 17-acres of gardens. It also recently underwent…

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