Chris Eigelaar, Resort General Manager at iconic golf destination The Belfry Hotel & Resort has joined the board at the UK Golf Federation. The Belfry Hotel & Resort is renowned for its three golf courses, including The Brabazon and The PGA National, which are recognised as world-class, having previously hosted The Ryder Cup four times – more than any other … [Read more...]
Historic Coventry Trust appoints hotel team to boost visitor economy
Historic Coventry Trust has appointed the team behind the Coombe Abbey Hotel to operate some of the city’s most ancient buildings as unique visitor accommodation boosting the city’s visitor economy. The partnership is set to bring some of the magic of Coombe to Coventry city centre with six historic buildings being launched as boutique holiday and visitor accommodation in … [Read more...]
Lake District resort to hydro-electric energy
A Lake District resort is now generating its own electricity thanks to a hydropower project driven by a water fed turbine. Drawing on the natural water supply from a fellside beck, English Lakes Hotels Resorts & Venues has installed the turbine at its flagship site on Windermere, Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa. An 860 metre pipe is conveying water at up to 79 litres per … [Read more...]
Pro-invest Group opens London office as it expands across the UK and Europe
The European and UK hotel investment market is “poised for growth with the expectation of compelling returns” say the experts at Pro-invest Group, as the business begins operating across the UK and Europe. The private equity real estate and real estate asset management company is already one of the largest investment and operating platforms in Australasia, with a strong … [Read more...]
Preferred Legend status aptly applied to The Londoner
To be found in Leicester Square, the centrepiece of London’s West End, The Londoner is a new 5-star hotel offering 350 rooms, 35 suites, multiple restaurants and lounges, an open rooftop bar, an underground spa, swimming pool, cinema and a ballroom for up to 1,000 guests. The Londoner is part of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Legend Collection, and last Friday I was invited to … [Read more...]
Marriott’s global commitment to Net Zero
Marriott has announced the submission of a letter to the Science Based Targets initiative, committing to: Set science-based emissions reduction targets across all scopes, in line with 1.5°C emissions scenarios; and Set a long-term science-based target to reach net-zero value chain greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by no later than 2050, in line with the criteria and … [Read more...]
Radisson pioneers global art experience starting in London
Radisson Collection has created a new series of global art collaborations working with local emerging artists to create immersive experiences for guests to enjoy. The first collaborations will launch in the UK with two artists who have achieved worldwide recognition and attracted large communities to their social media channels thanks to their highly imaginative work. These … [Read more...]
IHG announces new MD for UK & Ireland
IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Joanna Kurowska as the new managing director of UK & Ireland. Kurowska will be responsible for driving sustainable hotel performance in the existing UK&I estate and working with owners and investors to unlock the growth potential for IHG’s brands. As the UK reopens following recent restrictions, Kurowska is … [Read more...]
Bristol hotels target major conference organisers
A Bristol hotel is taking steps to boost its business to become the third residential venue in the city to accommodate more than 300 delegates for a conference. Work is due to start at the DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol City Centre later this month and will take around five weeks to complete. General Manager Imran Ali said: “The hotel has been wi-fi hybrid-ready for a long … [Read more...]
Accor joins Sustainable Hospitality Alliance
Accor, a hospitality group with more than 5,200 properties and 10,000 food and beverage venues throughout 110 countries, has today announced joining the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance. The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance is a global organisation that brings together engaged hospitality companies and uses the industry’s collective power to address and tackle key challenges … [Read more...]
Brightstar acquires The Villare Hotel
Brightstar Hospitality has acquired The Villare Hotel, Stratford-upon-Avon for an undisclosed sum. Formerly called The Grosvenor, the hotel will undergo a renovation program and will be rebranded back to its original name. Clive Nicholls, Chairman of Brightstar Hospitality lives in Stratford-upon-Avon and fondly remembers when the hotel was at its height and said: “We have had … [Read more...]
Doyle Collection appoint new Group Director of Sales and Marketing
The Doyle Collection, a family-owned Irish luxury hotel group, is delighted to announce the appointment of Spencer Yeo as Group Director of Sales and Marketing. Yeo joins the international hotel group with over 28 years’ experience in luxury hospitality. During that time, he has worked extensively in the Middle East, Africa, the US and the UK with brands which include Conrad … [Read more...]
Accor announce appointments boosting their tech-forward customer experience strategy
To build on Accor’s tech-forward customer experience strategy, the company today announces the appointments of Cristina Cavaco to the position of Governance Director for the Digital & Technology Services, and Adel Zaher to the role of Vice President of Customer Technology for Franchisee, Northern Europe. Accor is poised to implement a full suite of digital technologies … [Read more...]
Scandic empowers tomorrow’s hotel leaders
For the past 20 years, Scandic has been training future leaders through the company’s internal leadership program, Talent@Scandic. This year’s 30 talents have now taken the final step toward shouldering leadership roles within the hotel group after a year of intensive organizational and leadership development. Talent@Scandic is a renowned leadership program in the Nordic … [Read more...]
Slaley Hall to host the grand finale of the PGA EuroPro Tour
Slaley Hall has been handed an unexpected opportunity to end the season in style after being chosen to host the grand finale of Europe’s leading developmental golf tour, the PGA EuroPro Tour. The 2021 Matchroom Tour Championship, which was originally scheduled to be held at Club de Golf Alcanada, Mallorca, will now take place on Slaley Hall’s renowned Hunting Course from … [Read more...]
