Category - Accommodation

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Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi among “The World’s 100 Greatest Hotels”

7 years ago

Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi takes pride in announcing its inclusion in the prestigious league of The World’s 100 Greatest Hotels by Flight Network. The global travel agency has officially unveiled their most definitive guide to date featuring the best of the best hotels, resorts and palaces from around the globe. The hotel is globally ranked 28th in the category of “Luxury Hotels”. Commenting on the achievement, Mr. Desmond Hatton, hotel’s General Manager said “Being one of the only two hotels from...

Hotel history: William Cornelius Van Horne – a man of savvy and motivation

7 years ago

William Cornelius Van Horne was born on February 3, 1843 on a farm in Will County, Illinois. His great grandfather, Jan Cornelissen Van Horne had emigrated from the Dutch Republic in 1635 to the British colonies and settled in New Amsterdam, now known as the Island of Manhattan. The family prospered and became landowners and businessmen who played an important role in the industrial and political development of New York State. William Van Horne’s father, Cornelius Covenhoven Van Horne, was...

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MENA hotels: Cairo is booming, Jeddah and Riyadh struggle

7 years ago

A 130 percent year-on-year increase in profit per room at Cairo hotels in January continues the strong performance of hotels in the Egyptian capital in the last 24 months, according to the latest data. Further to the 32.3% increase in 2015, hotels in Cairo recorded a 49.4% increase in profit per room in 2016, which was primarily due to a 36.3% increase in RevPAR (Revenue per Available Room), fuelled by a 17.2% increase in achieved average room rate, to $62.34. Further to the challenging periods...

Forbes Travel Guide names Corinthia Hotel Budapest one of top city hotels

7 years ago

Corinthia Hotel Budapest has received Forbes Four Star Hotel Award from Forbes Travel Guide, making it one of only three hotels in the city with the same accolade. Forbes’ fully independent star rating system recognizes only exceptional and outstanding properties offering top quality services, and places special emphasis on the guest experiences. The rating is based on satisfying some 800 criteria evaluated by an anonymous inspector from Forbes. “It is an exceptional, but well deserved honor to...

Sea-U Guest House leads sustainability for boutique hotels in Bathsheba

7 years ago

Sea-U Guest House is elated to announce that it has been awarded the Green Globe certification for the sixth time in a row, which means, it successfully maintained its Gold Level. Sea-U Guest House has grown from a 5-room guest house to a small boutique style hotel with 10 rooms. It has made tremendous progress over the years, and in turn, has witnessed savings in terms of energy consumption and the diversion of waste from the landfill to local recycling depots. Whether it be implementation of...

Le Duc de Praslin furthers its efforts towards greener methods

7 years ago

Le Duc de Praslin is currently a leading example for hotels in Seychelles based on its ongoing effort to push forth a more sustainable and greener tourism model which is set to blossom this year based on the hotel’s continuous efforts to bring forward safer and greener tourism practices. The award-winning hotel launched its new PV system earlier this month and is gearing up to further reduce its carbon footprint by tripling this power production in the near future. It is planning several other...

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European chain hotels – Barcelona is booming, Brussels and Budapest struggle

7 years ago

Hotels in Barcelona achieved a 12.4% year-on-year increase in profit per room in January, continuing the strong profit growth achieved in the Catalan capital in 2016, according to the latest data from HotStats. Barcelona was one of the top performing hotel markets in Europe in 2016 recording a year-on-year profit increase of 9.6%, which was driven by a 6.7% increase in RevPAR (Revenue per Available Room) to €165.35, led by a 7.1% increase in achieved average room rate. Whilst occupancy...

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Germany’s first transit hotel debuts at Frankfurt Airport

7 years ago

Germany’s first transit hotel, located at Gate Z 25 in Terminal 1 at Frankfurt Airport, opened for business on March 6, 2017. Its proximity to the departure gates lets transit passengers stay at the hotel without having to leave the security zone and then quickly and conveniently board their onward flights. And in contrast to conventional hotels, they can book rooms for only a few hours if they like. The MY CLOUD Hotel features 59 modern, stylishly decorated rooms that are ideal for resting and...

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Choice Hotels welcomes first-of-its-kind Sleep Inn Hotel

7 years ago

Choice Hotels International, Inc., Lieben Group, LP, and Nivea Hospitality celebrate the opening of the first Sleep Inn hotel to feature the brand’s recently evolved interior and exterior design, opening just nine months after the concept was announced. The newly constructed 62-room Sleep Inn & Suites in Galion, Ohio, is located at 6698 Brandt Road, just off U.S. Route 30, and designed to appeal to both business and leisure travelers. Sleep Inn, an all-new construction hotel brand...

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Top Ten Meeting Trends for 2017

7 years ago

Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a global hospitality company, announced the “Top Meeting Trends for 2017” as observed by its properties. Benchmark is a leading U.S.-based hospitality management company, which operates 70 award-winning hotels, resorts, and conference centers within its Benchmark Resorts & Hotels and Gemstone Collection brands in locations coast to coast, off shore, and internationally. Ted Davis, Benchmark’s chief sales & marketing officer, made the...

Marco Polo Hotels names new Human Resources Director

7 years ago

Marco Polo Hotels has appointed HR specialist, Ms. Rosemary Tam, as Group Director of Human Resources. Previously with the Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company, Rosemary joins Marco Polo Hotels to roll out talent acquisition and HR strategies for the successful hospitality group whose upscale deluxe hotel brand, Marco Polo, and upper luxury hotel brand Niccolo, are making significant headway in the region. Formerly with W Hong Kong and Le Meridien Cyberport as Director of Human Resources...

Thailand hotel promises staff a rarity

7 years ago

True to its mission, Dusit Thani works to empower its people to exceed expectations. The company believes that to be the best, it must first look within, and it recognizes that happy employees equal happy guests. The company is proud to provide every member of the Dusit family with the skills and knowledge they need to deliver personalized service and extraordinary experiences while feeling secure in their jobs. Reaffirming this commitment to its staff, Dusit Thani Plc (DTC) will maintain its...

Seychelles Tourism Minister continues visits to Mahe’s establishments

7 years ago

The Minister for Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine, Maurice Loustau-Lalanne, visited another 10 tourism properties on Mahe last week. Minister Loustau-Lalanne is conducting a series of door-to-door visits to tourism properties in the country to meet the management teams and staff, and to get an idea of the various products that the Seychelles’ tourism industry has to offer to the world. During his visits, Minister Loustau-Lalanne discusses the main challenges that these establishments...

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Marriott announces 2020 growth vision in Europe

7 years ago

Following a historic year for the company in 2016, Marriott International, Inc. announced today that it expects to dramatically increase the size of its portfolio in Europe across all segments of the industry. The planned expansion in Europe is the first development vision announced for the continent since the acquisition of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide in September 2016. “2016 was a momentous year for both the company and our continent team. We added 40,000 rooms in Europe...

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Benchmark names new Vice President Food & Beverage

7 years ago

Benchmark, a global hospitality company, has named noted hospitality and restaurant executive, Todd Parmelee, vice president of food & beverage. In his new role, Mr. Parmelee will oversee the operations of all food and beverage departments for each of Benchmark’s 70 properties within the expanding Benchmark Resorts & Hotels and Gemstone Collection portfolios. He comes to Benchmark’s senior team with an exceptional background in food and beverage operations, entertainment...

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Moxy Hotels debuts in London

7 years ago

Moxy Hotels, Marriott International’s experiential hotel brand, continues to make its mark on the hospitality scene with the launch of its first hotel in London, a city world-renowned for art, culture and nightlife. Characterized by a vibrant, playful design and approachable service, Moxy London Excel offers the style and spirit of a boutique hotel at a surprisingly affordable price. Moxy London Excel joins an exciting portfolio of eight global destinations including Munich, Milan, Berlin...

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Dusit brings Thai-inspired hospitality to Nanjing

7 years ago

Dusit International is pleased to announce that Dusit Fudu Hotels and Resorts has signed a management consultancy agreement with Nanjing Shangqinhuai Construction Development Company Limited to manage The Dusit Thani Wetland Park Resort Nanjing, Jiangsu, a luxury international resort in the capital of Jiangsu Province. Anticipated to open late 2017, the resort is located within Nanjing Shangqinhuai Eco Wetland Park, approximately 30 minutes by car from the commercial centre, and 20 minutes by...

German Dorint Hotels & Resorts chooses HotelREZ as GDS distribution partner

7 years ago

HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts (HotelREZ), one of the world&s fastest growing hotel representation companies, has been selected by German Dorint Hotels & Resorts (Dorint) as its new distribution partner. Dorint was a customer of Trust International which was acquired by Sabre last year. With an impressive portfolio of 38 properties spread across Germany, the Netherlands and Switzerland, the Dorint brand is well known for its quality business hotels and leisure resorts in Europe...

The continued delays for Baha Mar Bahamas

7 years ago

BMD, the original developer of Baha Mar, today stated, “The continued delays for Baha Mar’s completion, missed opening dates, and now supposed staggered opening of the entire Baha Mar into late 2018 only highlight why BMD’s offer is superior and Bahamian workers and contractors should have been used. The undeniable financial harm caused by the project’s construction firm, CCA, continues unabated. The misleading, and often illogical statements now being made about...

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Choice Hotels names new Chief Financial Officer

7 years ago

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, has appointed Dominic E. Dragisich to the position of chief financial officer, commencing March 6, 2017. Dragisich brings diverse and impressive experience in both finance and business administration to Choice, and will lead the company’s financial strategy as well as play a key role in strategic corporate growth initiatives, with a focus on company performance and shareholder value...

Seychelles Tourism ministry reveals list of hotel projects approved before moratorium

7 years ago

The Seychelles Ministry of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine has published a list of hotels which was approved before the moratorium on new large hotels in the country came into force. Members of the local media were presented with the list yesterday afternoon during a press conference held at the ministry’s headquarters, Espace building. Speaking to members of the press was the Minister for Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine, Maurice Loustau-Lalanne, and present were the...

Scandic Berlin Kurfürstendamm: 3rd Scandic Hotel certified by Green Globe in Germany

7 years ago

Scandic Berlin Kurfürstendamm has been awarded Green Globe certification for its sustainability initiatives, bringing the number of Scandic hotels in Germany with this designation to three. Scandic’s other two hotels in Germany, Berlin Potsdamer Platz and Scandic Hamburg Emporio, have been Green Globe certified for excellence in sustainability since 2012. “We chose Green Globe as our partner, securing our international standard in sustainability because the seal is internationally known and...

LE Grand Hôtel Cannes: Awarded for unique natural setting and sustainable management in France

7 years ago

LE Grand Hôtel Cannes is a dynamic palace, which has evolved within its surrounds along the Mediterranean Sea. Situated on La Croisette, in Cannes, LE Grand Hôtel is tucked away in the only gardens on the famous boulevard, offering a retreat from the hustle and bustle of this French holiday destination. The property is always looking to be as sustainable as possible by improving its operating methods and by paying particular attention to its natural setting. And for the third year in a row...

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Dusit International to unveil hotel projects across 21 countries at ITB Berlin 2017

7 years ago

Bangkok-based hotel operator Dusit International is braced for its largest ever showing at this year’s ITB as it enters an unprecedented period of growth that will see it grow from having 29 properties in eight countries to 69 properties in more than 20 countries in the next three to four years. Dusit International’s delegation will be led by Chief Operating Officer Mr Lim Boon Kwee, who says this year’s ITB Berlin from March 8-12, 2017, offers the perfect opportunity for Dusit to showcase its...

Corinthia Hotel Budapest creates four themed Sunday brunches around March events

7 years ago

The chefs at Corinthia Hotel Budapest have gone overboard with no less than four themed brunches during the month of March, each commemorating a major event. The Brunch Fest kicks off on March 5 with a brunch to honor International Women’s Day, the following Sunday, March 12, is the National Brunch in honor of the 1848 War of Independence. On Sunday, March 19, it’s the turn of St. Patrick’s Day, while the last Sunday in the month turns into a celebration of Camelot and the exploits of Lancelot...

Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort & Spa, Cebu launches new luxury fleet

7 years ago

Soaring above the Visayas archipelago by helicopter, cutting through the crystal clear waters of Magellan Bay and the Mactan Channel, or cruising on island roadways in one of BMW’s most advanced machines, guests can now take their pick to arrive in style at Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort & Spa, Cebu. When announcing the acquisition of the new lavish service fleet comprising of a yacht, speedboat, helicopter and luxury sedan, general manager Rene D Egle said, “We are redefining the statement –...

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New city lifestyle resort unveiled in downtown Dubai

7 years ago

Address Hotels + Resorts, the premium luxury hotel brand of Emaar Hospitality Group, today unveiled its new city lifestyle resort, Address Boulevard. Chris Newman, Chief Operating Officer of Emaar Hospitality Group, said: “Address Boulevard is another statement of our ambition to set new industry standards. It is uniquely positioned as a city lifestyle resort – which integrates all the romantic charm of a resort with the convenience, amenities and appeal of a city hotel.” With...

Kelley Family no longer in charge of Outrigger Hotels & Resorts

7 years ago

The Kelley family is no longer running Outrigger Hotels and Resorts. In November 2016 KSL Resorts announced that it planned to buy the family business started about seven decades ago by Roy and Estelle Kelley. The transaction included all 37 hotels, condominiums and vacation resort properties operated, owned and managed by Outrigger. Outrigger was founded by Roy and Estelle Kelley who opened their first hotel in 1947. The company’s first hotel to carry the Outrigger name was the Outrigger...

Dusit Thani Hotel Bangkok about to be elevated to a landmark development

7 years ago

A prime location in Bangkok for visitors and locals on famous Silom road. The Dusit Thani Public Company Limited, one of Thailand’s foremost hotel and property development companies, today announced it has signed an agreement with the Crown Property Bureau to continue leasing the plot of land at the intersection of Silom Road and Rama 4, and on which the Dusit Thani Bangkok is built. The lease will be extended by 30 years with the right to extend for another 30 years. Dusit Thani Public Company...

Hotel insights: A manager for all seasons

7 years ago

I had arrived late the night before from Asia after having flown all the way from Sri Lanka. The usual feelings of lethargy and jet lag were beginning to set in. A perfect night at an old convent in the heart of Milan’s fashion district would be just the cure. The Four Seasons Group took over this 15th century convent and renovated and rendered it into one of Milan’s best hotels. I also had a mission to accomplish, to track down the general manager that I had been trying to meet for...