The Caledonian in Edinburgh to drop Waldorf Astoria branding
The Caledonian in Edinburgh is set to reposition itself from a Waldorf Astoria property into a Curio Collection by Hilton hotel this summer following a £35m investment.
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The Caledonian in Edinburgh to drop Waldorf Astoria branding
The Caledonian in Edinburgh is set to reposition itself from a Waldorf Astoria property into a Curio Collection by Hilton hotel this summer following a £35m investment.
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Disruptive apartment-like hospitality brand targets St. Pete
In the space between a hotel room and an apartment building lies a new brand: Mint House. Florida is a sizable growth opportunity, says its CEO.
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Martinis will be celebrated all year long at this iconic NYC hotel
The fun includes a tableside martini cart, martinis on-demand, 21+ elevator hours and a seasonal Martini Rooftop Garden.
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IHG Remains its Growth Momentum in Greater China with 24 New Signings
IHG expands its high-quality hotel solutions in the region with exciting new locations and franchise projects.
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Frustrating: Hotel Currency Conversion Scams Gone Wild
It’s really discouraging to see how some hotels try to prey on their guests, especially when we’re talking about properties belonging to international hotel groups, where you’d hope there would at least be some brand standards……
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In Florida, there's détente in the battle between Disney and Gov. Ron DeSantis
The Walt Disney Company and a board appointed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis say they've reached a settlement that resolves a yearlong legal dispute.
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Less than half of hospitality workers paid for overtime, survey reveals
Nearly two thirds of hospitality staff are not paid extra for working additional hours, according to a new survey.
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French chef Damien Selme assumes executive role at Park Hyatt Seoul
Park Hyatt Seoul in Gangnam District, southern Seoul, has appointed Damien Selme as its new executive chef, the hotel announced Monday.
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Egypt and the Big 5 Dominate Hotel Development in Africa
When it comes to hotel development across Africa in 2024, just five words tell the story, “Egypt and the Big 5”. In this context, “the Big 5” does not refer to Africa’s major wildlife attractions, (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant and buffalo)…
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Court challenge brought against hotel development planned near historic Dublin building
A High Court challenge has been brought against An Bord Pleanála's decision to grant permission for a hotel and office development close to the historic Royal Hospital Kilmainham building.
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Nigeria: Hotels hike rates amid high operation cost …measure last resort to stay afloat
As hotels struggle to remain solvent in the face of From an average room rate of between N100, 000-N150, 000, this time last year, guests are now paying almost N300,000 for the same room category and some suites go from half a million per night…
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Global Hotel Alliance sees major shakeup in loyalty programmes; eyes Indian partners
Hotel loyalty programmes to consolidate over the next decade; AI to play big role in mining customer preferences, says GHA's chief executive officer Christopher Hartley.
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Why you won’t ever see a six-star hotel in Europe – and why you should avoid them elsewhere
AN expert has revealed why customers won't ever see a six-star hotel in Europe and why they should avoid them elsewhere. Tourists often rely on the star ranking system when choosing a hotel for a holiday…
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Croatian Hoteliers Plan Moderate Price Increases, Reflecting Economic Trends
This year, Croatian hoteliers are raising prices for rooms, food, and drinks, but the increases will be smaller than last year, according to a survey conducted by the Croatian Tourism Association (HUT) and the Association of Employers in Croatian…
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UK Hotel Industry Shows Resilience with Projected Growth Despite Pandemic Challenges
The UK hotel sector has demonstrated notable resilience in the face of substantial economic challenges over the past few years. Following the Brexit vote, the depreciation of the pound sterling rendered the UK a more accessible destination for…
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A death thrust Marriott’s CEO into the top role. It wasn’t without merit.
Tony Capuano knew he had huge shoes to fill when he was named president and CEO of Marriott International. It was almost unfair: He was following in the footsteps of a legend in the hotel industry, Arne Sorenson, who passed away at the age of 62 in…
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Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta Talks Hotel Pipeline, Loyalty, and More
In a recent interview, Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta discussed the hotel giant's record-breaking year for hotel development, the drivers behind its loyalty program's growth, and how it's trying to tame its carbon emissions…
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Big hotel chains and unbranded-hotel owners find they need each other
Independent hotel operators and giant global chains are increasingly linking up in franchise agreements as high-interest rates have slammed the hospitality industry, slowing down new hotel construction…
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