The Middle East's Hospitality Industry: Navigating a High-Stakes Geopolitical Landscape
The Middle East's hospitality industry grapples with the dual challenge of harnessing short-term gains and the uncertainty of sustained conflict…
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The Middle East's Hospitality Industry: Navigating a High-Stakes Geopolitical Landscape
The Middle East's hospitality industry grapples with the dual challenge of harnessing short-term gains and the uncertainty of sustained conflict…
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'90 hotels closed since the war' Israel Hotel Association reports
With tourism stalled,20% of the industry fails; hotels experience 29% drop in stays compared to the same month last year, helped only by hosting evacuees from north and south
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Will President Trump put ESG to bed?
With COP29 underway in Azerbaijan, we are reminded that a tsunami of change is coming, but what’s less clear is the detailed regulatory landscape and how it will influence investors, businesses and other organisations worldwide…
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Global hotel rate increases to ‘moderate’ in 2025 – Amex GBT
Hotel prices in key business travel cities are set to increase again in 2025 but at a slower rate than seen in previous years, according to the latest Hotel Monitor report from American Express Global Business Travel…
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Abandoned ‘ghost town’ holiday resort with seven-star hotel owned by King Charles
The luxury Golden Sands Hotel remains as the centrepiece of the Cypriot town of Varosha, which was evacuated in 1974 due to fighting between Greek and Turksih Cypriots.
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Northern Ireland luxury hotel chosen to host prestigious global hospitality awards
Northern Ireland’s renowned Galgorm has been selected to host the World Luxury Awards 2024. The prestigious event will take place on October 19, 2024, with a second ceremony at Ayana Resort & Spa in Bali on October 16…
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"Free Bachelor's degree for students studying and working in Eilat hotels"
"Full scholarship for bachelor's degree in Eilat hotels: work, free studies, accommodation, and benefits for students affected by the 'Iron Swords' war."
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Preferred Hotels & Resorts Announces 2024 Awards of Excellence and GIFTTS Pineapple Awards Winners
Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, is pleased to announce the winners of its 2024 Preferred Awards of Excellence and GIFTTS Pineapple Awards. The awards were presented on May 9 at SUD Lisboa, part of the SANA…
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CoStar, hotels slam consumers' ‘fanciful’ room pricing lawsuit
Commercial real estate information giant CoStar and a group of high-end hotels have asked a U.S. judge to dismiss claims that they improperly shared data to keep room prices artificially high, calling the case "fanciful."…
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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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Serving up excellence on a plate at Seafield Arms as hotel celebrate double AA honours
THE champagne corks have been popping at the Seafield Arms Hotel in Cullen after being awarded two coveted quality ratings.
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Bruce Wardinski receives CHRIS and HOLA lifetime achievement award
Bruce Wardinski, chairman/CEO, Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V., has received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Caribbean Hotel & Resort Investment Summit (CHRIS) and Hotel Opportunities Latin America (HOLA). The award ceremony took place at the…
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The World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA) has announced the commencement of its 2024 program. Individuals and organizations worldwide, dedicated to propelling change and fostering a meaningful impact in sustainable travel and…
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Agbegnenou happy with decision to provide hotel rooms for breastfeeding athletes
The French Olympic Committee said in February that it would provide hotel rooms for breastfeeding French athletes during the Paris Olympics because children will be banned from the athletes' village, reports AFP…
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Winners of Hotel of the Year 2023 Competition Revealed
In January 2024, the Hungarian Hotel and Restaurant Association again launched the prestigious Hotel of the Year competition with the partnership of the Hungarian Tourism Agency. This year's winners were revealed at a gala evening on March 8…
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TUI guests have voted "The Top 100" of the best hotels worldwide
Ahead of the annual TUI Global Hotel Awards on 4 March in Berlin, TUI is announcing the Top 100 of the best hotels in its global portfolio…
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Martina Bonci Crowned Italy's Best Mixologist at Blue Blazer Awards
Martina Bonci, celebrated for her innovative mixology at Gucci Giardino 25, wins Italy's best mixologist title, showcasing her story-driven cocktail creations…
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Meeran Manzoor On Being Named Ireland's Chef of the Year
Meeran Manzoor, executive head chef of the Blue Haven Collection and Rare Restaurant, speaks to Robert McHugh about how his unique upbringing influences his cooking style.
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