The 'king' of Britain's migrant hotels has officially become a billionaire after amassing his fortune by housing asylum seekers for the Government.
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Why the UK risks losing the tourism race
With summer fast approaching, European countries are preparing for a busy tourism season with the UNWTO predicting an increase of 3 per cent to 5 per cent in international visitors this year.
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Glion Institute of Higher Education appoints Philippe Vignon as General Director
Glion Institute of Higher Education has announced the appointment of Philippe Vignon as its new general Director, effective June 16, 2025…
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THE UK could be about to become home to Europe's biggest theme park, with a deal set to be confirmed next week…
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On the back of a record-breaking year, Adela Cristea, vice-president of business development UK & Nordics at Radisson Hotel Group, explains how the brand is developing its reach across the UK
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Yotelpad Goes Global With First Hotel In Europe And Sets Sights On Asia
One of the three Yotel brands, YOTELPAD is now setting its sights on a worldwide, extended stay platform in an effort, according to Yotel executives, to “democratize the extended stay market” and offer something unique in a sea of other brands…
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Fire tears through London luxury hotel on Valentine’s Day
More than 100 people were evacuated as flames ripped through a popular luxury hotel and restaurant in central London on Friday.
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Virgin Hotels launches 'Elevator of Dreams' for aspiring entrepreneurs
Sir Richard Branson and entrepreneur Simon Squibb have unveiled an 'Elevator of Dreams' at Virgin Hotels' London outpost, offering aspiring founders the chance to pitch their ideas to a global audience…
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SiteMinder report shows hotel revenue up to 60% higher from direct bookings
A new report by SiteMinder has revealed that hotel websites outperformed all other booking sources in driving revenue per booking in 2024, by as much as 60%.
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The pod hotel concept expanding to Europe
Hotel Owner talks to Tim Alpe, LyLo managing director, and Thomas Rose, P-Three co-founder about the concept of LyLo, why it is expanding into Europe and what the challenges will be.
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Actor turned Old Course Hotel doorman turns to modelling after decade of St Andrews selfies
Gordon Dryburgh appeared in films including Police Academy 4 before posing for thousands of photos in his kilt at the world-famous hotel.
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Developing the brand: The Design Director panel discussion
From free flowing freedom to putting people back in a box, being a design director isn’t all soft furnishings and rainbows when designing a brand, as Hotel Designs found out during a recent panel session……
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How to develop a successful revenue management strategy
Jim Cockell, the owner and operator of The Old Stocks Inn, epitomises the entrepreneurial spirit of the modern independent hotelier. His journey to transforming a 17th-Century Cotswolds coaching inn into an award-winning boutique hotel is a…
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The Ascott take over management of Millennium and Copthorne hotels at Stamford Bridge
The Ascott Limited has announced that it has taken over the management of both the Millennium and Copthorne hotels at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea FC’s home stadium. This partnership is part of a broader sponsorship where Ascott has been named Chelsea’s…
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Who Just Snagged 33 Marriott Hotels in the UK? Spoiler: Big Names With Big Plans
Investment heavyweights KKR and The Baupost Group have joined forces to acquire 33 Marriott International hotels scattered across the UK. The portfolio, formerly owned by a subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), is now under the…
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NICs rise will force businesses to close, warn hospitality bosses
Hospitality businesses will be forced to close while others will have to slash jobs and investment as a result of changes to national insurance announced in the budget, according to a letter to the chancellor signed by the bosses of more than 200 of…
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