Oyo Launches Premium Vacation Rental Homes in UK
While Oyo's global expansion plans had been on pause mode during Covid, the hospitality company now seems to be diversifying its geographic footprint.
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A Guide to the Etiquette of British Afternoon Tea—and Where in London to Enjoy It
Tracing its roots to a 19th-century duchess, afternoon tea is moving into the present with contemporary remixes while retaining the historic charm that makes it a favorite among visitors.
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Luxurban hotels CEO and CFO buys $200k in company stock
In a recent move that has caught the attention of investors, Shanoop Kothari, the CEO and CFO of Luxurban Hotels Inc. (OTC:LUXH), has made a significant purchase of company stock. The executive acquired 800,000 shares at a price of $0.25 per share…
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Royal Academy of Culinary Arts names Adam Byatt as new chair
Adam Byatt, chef patron of Michelin-starred restaurant Trinity and culinary director of Brown’s Hotel in London, has been announced as the new chair of The Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA).
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Raffles London at the OWO Comes to Life
The transformation of the Grade II-listed Old War Office (OWO) in Whitehall—London’s political hub located adjacent to Buckingham Palace—into Raffles Hotels & Resorts’ first UK property was a daunting challenge…
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Spark by Hilton to make European debut in London’s Romford
Hilton is to add the first UK property under its Spark by Hilton brand…
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Mandarin Oriental Mayfair unveils uniform designs
Mandarin Oriental Mayfair has unveiled the designs for its uniform, ahead of the hotel’s long-awaited opening.
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Independent Hotel Show switches up awards for 2024
Entries have opened for the Independent Hotel Show Awards, with two new categories being introduced for 2024. Two new categories have been introduced for this year and nominations are open now.
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Whitbread to cut 1,500 jobs as it expands hotel business
Pub and hotel company Whitbread will cut 1,500 jobs as it restructures its business. The company said it would close more than 200 branded restaurants, which include Brewers Fayre and Beefeater, and expand its hotel business…
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New Destination Sets Sustainability Standards as Wales’ Largest All-Electric Hotel
Wales’ largest all-electric hotel is due to open its doors next month…
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Hilton trials zero waste menus at four UK hotels
Hilton has introduced zero waste menus at four of its hotels in the UK, coinciding with Stop Food Waste Day.
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120 Room Premier Inn Torquay Harbour Hotel Opens
Built on part of an underused car park, the new hotel complements existing hotel accommodation in Torquay and is set to bring long term benefits to the town centre, businesses, and the community.
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Bizarre: Chelsea sell club hotel to subsidiary to avoid points fine
Many were outraged when Chelsea took extreme measures to avoid breaking the profit and sustainability regulations (PSR).
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BUSINESS TRAVEL IS BACK AND CORPORATE CUSTOMERS NOW MORE DEMANDING THAN EVER
Business travel has just about reached its pre-pandemic revenue levels. However, the face of business travel is totally transformed with technology shifting the dynamics as the industry responds, says Ryan Haynes, director of Haynes MarComs…
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The group that owns The Grand Hotel in Llandudno and last year closed the Pontins site in Prestatyn has posted boosted profits. Britannia is often under-fire from guests and was named as the UK's worst hotel chain for the 11th consecutive year in…
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Americans are buying up Britain from right under our noses. Here's why
Steadily the US has taken ownership of thousands of British businesses and brands, while in our daily lives we have become dependent on US suppliers
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The World’s 50 Best Hotels returns to London, UK, for its 2nd Edition in September 2024
Following its debut last year, The World’s 50 Best Hotels will return again to London, UK, in September 2024 with a multi-day event programme culminating in the industry’s most highly anticipated annual awards ceremony on Tuesday 17 September 2024…
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A Sleep Escape at Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
Sleep, or lack thereof, is a topic of which we all have plenty to say. Very few of us actually get enough good, quality shut-eye — according to The Sleep Charity, 40% of adults and children suffer from sleep issues. Many adults (43%) note that…
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