Virgin Hotels
Coverage of Virgin Hotels and its activity in the UK hospitality market. Reporting includes property developments, brand strategy, guest experience initiatives, and the group’s expansion plans under the Virgin brand. Also explores how Virgin Hotels combines lifestyle design, technology, and service to target modern leisure and business travellers.
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Jul- 2023 -25 JulyAppointments
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh appoints new GM
Virgin Hotels has appointed Mafalda Moura Albuquerque as general manager of Virgin Hotels Edinburgh. The group said she brings over 10 years of experience in the hospitality sector and has an “impressive” track record working in luxury lifestyle properties. In her new role, she will lead all operational departments of…
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Apr- 2023 -25 AprilAppointments
Virgin Hotels appoints Global Sales director for the UK
Virgin Hotels has appointed Abigail Trangmar as director of Global Sales, UK. In her new role, Trangmar will oversee sales initiatives and cross-collaborate with stakeholders across Virgin Group to drive revenue growth and expand brand presence for Virgin Hotels within the UK market. Trangmar brings a “wealth” of knowledge and…
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Mar- 2023 -27 MarchHotel Brands
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh unveils final phase of opening
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh was officially opened on Friday (24 March) by Virgin Group founder Richard Branson, marking the final phase of the hotel’s launch, which opened its doors in June 2022. Located in the centre of Edinburgh’s Old Town, the final phase of the launch will see the opening of…
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Feb- 2023 -10 FebruaryAppointments
Virgin Hotels Collection appoints VP of Development
Virgin Hotels Collection has announced the appointment of Tim Wyman as vice president of Development. In his new role, Wyman will identify new business for the hotel group, including management and investment opportunities. His appointment follows the recent formation of Virgin Hotels Collection, which brought together Virgin Hotels, Virgin Limited…
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Jul- 2022 -21 JulyHotel Brands
Virgin Hotels Glasgow opens bookings ahead of December launch
Virgin Hotels has announced reservations are live for its new Virgin Hotels Glasgow property ahead of its 1 December opening. Situated on the banks of River Clyde, the hotel will feature 240 Chambers spanning across 15 floors, and hosts four dining and drinking options including the Commons Club, Virgin Hotels’…
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Apr- 2022 -22 AprilHotels
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh to open this June
Virgin Hotels, the luxury lifestyle hotel brand by Virgin Group founder Sir Richard Branson, is set to open its doors in Edinburgh on 1 June 2022. Situated in the landmark India Buildings in Edinburgh’s Old Town, the hotel features 222 Chambers and Grand Chamber Suites and multiple dining and drinking…
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22 AprilLatest News
Preferred Hotels enters global partnership with Virgin Hotels
Preferred Hotels and Resorts has announced a new global partnership with Virgin Hotels. According to the group, Virgin Hotels properties in “key” US cities will be added to its portfolio with immediate effect. Virgin Hotels Chicago, Virgin Hotels Dallas, Virgin Hotels New Orleans, and Virgin Hotels Nashville make the newest…
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Feb- 2022 -9 FebruaryAppointments
Virgin Hotels announces executive team for UK launch
Virgin Hotels has announced the executive team appointed to lead its upcoming launches in Edinburgh and Glasgow this year, with the senior team bolstered by largely Scottish talent This includes Tom Gibson as general manager of Virgin Hotels Glasgow, joining after a six-year spell as general manager of The Glasshouse,…
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Jan- 2022 -13 JanuaryHotel Brands
Virgin Hotels appoints vice president of European operations
Virgin Hotels has appointed Bryan Davern as its new vice president of operations for Europe, as the group prepares to open two hotels in Scotland this year. In his new role, Davern will spearhead operations for the brand in Europe as it gears up to open its first set of…
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7 JanuaryHotel Brands
Virgin Hotels to launch first UK sites in spring 2022
Virgin Hotels has announced two planned hotel properties will launch in Scotland this spring, with the first launch set for Edinburgh and shortly followed by Glasgow. The properties mark Virgin’s first hotels outside of the US. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh will be located in the landmark India Buildings in Edinburgh’s Old…
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