The launch of 'Beyond Green' was made to a group of hotel industry people around the world today taking part in a globally connected online conference. Introducing the event Lindsey Ueberroth, CEO of Preferred Hotel Group told us: “Never before has there been a greater need to promote a kinder and gentler way to explore our beautiful, yet fragile planet." The … [Read more...]
Mandarin Oriental use Covid-19 to enhance eliminating single-use plastic
In October 2019, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group pledged to eliminate all single-use plastic, across its portfolio of 33 luxury hotels, by the end of March 2021. A year on from the Group’s pledge, this second progress report highlights both the achievements made to date and some of the continuing challenges. The company has committed to eliminating single-use plastic across all … [Read more...]
England’s leading Golf Resort retains another crown
The Belfry Hotel & Resort, has retained its title as England’s Leading Resort and Conference Hotel at the 27th annual World Travel Awards. The World Travel Awards acknowledged The Belfry’s high quality service and facilities, which includes luxurious bedrooms and suites alongside several restaurants and bars. The hotel is also home to three golf courses, … [Read more...]
Manchester Hoteliers’ Association Chairman reflects on imminent lockdown
Following the UK government’s new restrictions, Adrian Ellis, General Manager at The Lowry Hotel and Chair of Manchester Hoteliers’ Association gave us his opinion on what this means for the UK hospitality industry in the short term and what the future looks like. Adrian Ellis: “As of 00:00 on Thursday 5 November, The River Restaurant, The Lowry Lounge and Bar and The … [Read more...]
Five Star Lowry joins Preferred Hotels & Resorts
The Lowry Hotel Manchester has been accepted into membership of Preferred Hotels & Resorts as the newest experience available within the Preferred Hotels & Resorts L.V.X. Collection. The Preferred Hotels & Resorts L.V.X. Collection represents renowned properties that feature the finest accommodations coupled with attentive, engaging, and exclusive personal service. … [Read more...]
Marriott announce new President of Europe, Middle East and Africa
Marriott have announced today that Satya Anand has been appointed President of Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), a division within Marriott International that encompasses over 75 countries and territories. Anand was most recently the company’s Chief Operations Officer, Luxury & Southern Europe and Global Design for EMEA. He will replace Liam Brown, who has been … [Read more...]
PwC predict hotel business with bleakest outlook since the 1970’s
Hotel revenues are set to decline significantly in 2021 due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to research from PwC. In the bleakest outlook since benchmarking began in the 1970’s, hotel occupancy rates in 2021 are forecast to be 55% across the UK, and could take four years to return to pre pandemic levels. The prediction forms part of PwC’s analysis of … [Read more...]
Accor global revenues 2020: Q3 revenues down 64%
Accor global revenues 2020 Accor group consist of more than 5,000 properties and 10,000 food and beverage venues throughout 110 countries. The group has one of the industry’s most diverse and fully-integrated hospitality ecosystems encompassing luxury and premium brands, midscale and economy offerings, unique lifestyle concepts, entertainment and nightlife venues, … [Read more...]
Second annual Independent Hotel Day celebrations focus on brand performance
Independent Hotel Day: Preferred Hotels & Resorts has declared their second annual Independent Hotel Day to foster an unwavering rallying cry for independent hotels globally. As part of this year’s celebration, Preferred, in partnership with its sister division, PHG Consulting, have released a whitepaper outlining how independent hotels represented within its brand … [Read more...]
Caroline Klein Preferred CCO
Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand and global provider of sales, marketing, and distribution services to independent luxury hotels, has promoted Caroline Klein to Chief Communications Officer. In her new role, Klein will lead corporate positioning efforts, managing the company’s reputation through consistent messaging across all … [Read more...]
Duncan O’Rourke announced CEO, Accor, Northern Europe
Accor have announced the promotion of Duncan O'Rourke to CEO of the extended Northern Europe division, which is a merger of the previous Northern, Central, East and New East Europe Teams. In his capacity, he will be responsible for 29 countries including Scandinavia, UK, Benelux, Ireland, Poland and Russia in addition to his current responsibility for Germany, Austria and … [Read more...]
Accor guest medical support: for every guest in 5,000 hotels across the globe
Guests of Accor’s 5,000 worldwide hotels will now be eligible for medical support from Accor’s strategic partner, AXA, a global leader in insurance. Accor guest medical support The ALL - Accor Live Limitless - Medical Solutions partnership will provide Accor guests with the highest level of care available thanks to the expert medical solutions of AXA Partners, AXA’s … [Read more...]
Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid announces new GM
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced the appointment of Mr. Greg Liddell as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid and Area Vice President, Operations, overseeing operations at Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona and Mandarin Oriental, Canouan. Mr. Liddell was previously General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok and Area Vice President, Operations with … [Read more...]
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group and The Oberoi Group announce new partnership agreement
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group and The Oberoi Group have today announced a long-term strategic alliance that will see the two groups jointly collaborating across a range of initiatives. The partnership creates a platform for the two organisations to work together while retaining each brand’s identity. By working together across all facets of the guest experience, the two groups … [Read more...]
