Olympics
Coverage of the impact of the Olympic Games on the UK hotel industry, including historical analysis and forward-looking insights around future events. Reporting explores how Olympic-related demand influences occupancy, pricing, infrastructure investment, and city-wide hospitality strategies in host and neighbouring locations. Also features commentary on event-led tourism and lessons from past Games.
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Dec- 2024 -4 DecemberColumns
Navigating the challenges of scale across a global portfolio
Julie White, Chief Commercial Officer at Accor for Europe and North Africa, leads with a clear vision: empowering hoteliers to drive revenue while delivering exceptional guest experiences. Her journey from interpreter to CCO is a compelling tale of adaptability, resilience, and a deep-seated passion for hospitality. Speaking from her vantage…
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Nov- 2024 -27 NovemberAdvice
Joanne Taylor-Stagg: Transforming The Athenaeum and hospitality
Joanne Taylor-Stagg, general manager of The Athenaeum Hotel and Residences in London, embodies the spirit of modern hospitality leadership. With a career spanning over two decades, Taylor-Stagg has led transformations at iconic properties, navigated crises like COVID-19, and mentored future generations in the industry. Her journey, which started in Johannesburg,…
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Sep- 2024 -20 SeptemberLatest News
Today’s news in brief – 20/9/24
The Nether Abbey Hotel in North Berwick is on the market for £1.8m after being owned by the same family for over 60 years. Located on Scotland’s East Lothian Golf Coast, the 12-room hotel, which includes the Fly Half Bar, Restaurant, and outdoor terraces, has been extensively upgraded. North Berwick…
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Apr- 2024 -15 AprilFeatures
How can hoteliers effectively get rid of pests
Bedbug infestations have soared by 278% in UK hotels in the past two years according to Spotta, an insect monitoring company. Additionally, Booking.com revealed that there were 1,319 complaints of bedbugs in hotels in the UK in 2023, compared with 826 in 2022 and 457 in 2021. As a result,…
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Mar- 2024 -11 MarchLatest News
Today’s news in brief – 11/3/24
Starwood Capital plans to merge with Jaws Mustang Acquisition Corp, signing a non-binding letter of intent for a joint venture acquiring De Vere and 1 Hotels portfolios. Final agreement subject to investor, third-party consents, and regulatory review. De Vere includes historic UK estates; 1 Hotels focuses on sustainability with properties…
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Dec- 2023 -8 DecemberEconomy
Record supply levels to meet waning demand, warns PwC
Growth in demand for UK hotel accommodation is expected to stall in 2024, with the pain likely to be shared equally across London and the regions, according to PwC’s UK Hotel’s forecast for 2024. While continued optimism in the strength of the UK staycation and business travel is driving record…
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Jul- 2023 -11 JulyHotels
Wyboston Lakes Resort opens new lakeside meetings and events space
Wyboston Lakes Resort has launched a new meeting and events space; outdoors beside a lake. Wybotson said Sandpiper Bay, which has seating for up to 200 people, is designed for meetings, team building events or simply socialising with colleagues in a “comfortable, relaxed atmosphere’. Situated just outside the Lakeview Suite…
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Nov- 2021 -12 NovemberHotels
Hilton opens doors to The Gantry Hotel
Hilton has opened doors to The Gantry Hotel London, the brand’s first hotel in Stratford, and it marks the latest addition to Hilton’s Curio Collection. The hotel’s location allows for quick access to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Westfield Stratford City, and the ArcelorMittal Orbit is a five-minute walk. Additionally, the…
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Aug- 2021 -6 AugustAppointments
The Fellows House Cambridge appoints GM following opening
Curio Collection by Hilton has announced that Julian Hudson will be the general manager of The Fellows House Cambridge. His recent appointment coincides with the new opening of the hotel, which reportedly offers guests a “look into life as a Cambridge University Fellow through bespoke activity offerings and expertly crafted…
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Sep- 2019 -20 SeptemberHotel Brands
Black And White Hospitality adds third London property to portfolio
Hospitality management company Black and White Hospitality has added a third London hotel to its portfolio. Black and White Hospitality Management has taken over the day-to-day operation of the 80-bedroom Westbridge Hotel which is located in Stratford. It will also provide strategic management advice for the hotel in order to…
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