Radisson Hotel Group has expanded its presence in Germany with the opening of the Radisson Blu Hotel, Bonn, a new upper-upscale property located on the banks of the Rhine and directly adjacent to the World Conference Center Bonn (WCCB). Situated in Bonn's former government district, the 336-room hotel combines contemporary accommodation, conference facilities, wellness … [Read more...]
A&K Sanctuary Unveils Reimagined Ngorongoro Crater Camp in Tanzania
A&K Sanctuary has announced the relocation and complete redesign of its Ngorongoro Crater Camp, marking a significant new chapter for one of East Africa's most iconic safari destinations. Situated within the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Conservation Area in Tanzania, the reimagined camp occupies a carefully selected new location overlooking the Serengeti plains, offering … [Read more...]
Preferred Hotels & Resorts Marks 15 Years of Preferred Pride and Raises $30,000 for LGBTQ+ Youth Support
Preferred Hotels & Resorts is celebrating the 15th anniversary of Preferred Pride, its global LGBTQ+ travel programme that has championed inclusive hospitality experiences since its launch in 2011. Created to help LGBTQ+ travellers identify genuinely welcoming and supportive accommodation, Preferred Pride has grown into an international network of hotels, travel … [Read more...]
CLAP London Begins New Culinary Chapter with Chef Partner Reif Othman
CLAP London has unveiled a new partnership with internationally recognised chef Reif Othman, marking a significant new chapter for the Knightsbridge restaurant and introducing the chef's distinctive culinary style to London for the first time. The collaboration will see Othman take on the role of Chef Partner, working closely with the CLAP team to shape the restaurant's … [Read more...]
London City Airport to Launch First Luxury Pre-Flight Hospitality Lounge
London City Airport has announced plans to introduce its first luxury pre-flight hospitality experience, partnering with Aspire Pre-Flight Hospitality to create a premium lounge for passengers travelling through the airport. The new facility is scheduled to open in early 2027, coinciding with the airport's 40th anniversary celebrations and supporting its wider growth … [Read more...]
Mövenpick Accelerates International Growth with New Openings Across Europe and Central Asia
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts is continuing its international growth strategy with a series of new openings and developments across Europe and Central Asia, further strengthening the brand's presence in key leisure and business destinations. Part of Accor's premium hotel portfolio, Mövenpick has evolved from its origins as a Swiss restaurant brand into a global … [Read more...]
OVG Partners with Stoke City to Transform Hospitality at bet365 Stadium
Oak View Group (OVG) has announced a new partnership with Stoke City Football Club that will see the company lead the transformation of food, beverage and hospitality services at the bet365 Stadium. The long-term agreement will focus on enhancing the overall visitor experience through improved catering operations, locally inspired menus, premium hospitality offerings and … [Read more...]
Eagle Bar at The Chancery Rosewood Opens Second Terrace Venue
Eagle Bar at The Chancery Rosewood has unveiled its second terrace bar, completing the development of a dual-venue concept designed to offer guests two distinctive rooftop experiences in the heart of London. Located on the seventh floor of the luxury hotel, the new opening joins the original Eagle Bar, which launched in September 2025, creating complementary venues … [Read more...]
Nobu and SODIC Unveil First Nobu Residences in Egypt as Luxury Expansion Accelerates
Nobu and leading Egyptian real estate developer SODIC have unveiled plans for the first Nobu Residences in Egypt as part of a major expansion that will establish three luxury lifestyle destinations across the country. The announcement was made during a special event at Nobu Hotel London Portman Square, attended by Nobu founders Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, Chief … [Read more...]
One in Three British Drinkers Have Reduced Alcohol Consumption, Finds YouGov
New research from YouGov has found that alcohol consumption habits are changing across Britain, with one in three drinkers reporting that they are drinking less than they were 12 months ago. According to the latest YouGov Profiles data, 33% of Britons who consume alcohol say they have reduced their intake compared with a year ago. The majority of respondents (58%) reported … [Read more...]
BM Caterers Barista Reaches UK Barista Championship Semi-Finals
BM Caterers barista Yejin Kang has earned a place in the semi-finals of the UK Barista Championship, establishing herself among the country's top coffee professionals and becoming the only representative from the catering sector to progress to this stage of the competition. Widely regarded as one of the UK's most prestigious coffee competitions, the UK Barista Championship … [Read more...]
Victoria Station to Welcome UK’s First Railway Station Food Hall
Market Place Food Hall has announced plans to open a new venue at Victoria Station, creating what is believed to be the UK's first dedicated food hall within a railway station. Scheduled to open in early autumn 2026, the new destination will occupy 5,000 square feet in the heart of the station and will bring together a curated selection of food, drink and entertainment … [Read more...]
Hyatt Expands Italian Portfolio with Three New Hotels and Two Brand Debuts
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced plans to strengthen its presence in Italy with three new hotel openings, further expanding its footprint in one of Europe's most important travel markets. The developments will add 428 rooms and suites to Hyatt's Italian portfolio and introduce two of the company's globally recognised brands to the country for the first time. Hyatt … [Read more...]
Sodexo Live! Enhances Sustainability Focus for Henley Royal Regatta 2026
Sodexo Live! will return to Henley Royal Regatta 2026 with an enhanced hospitality offering that places greater emphasis on sustainability, seasonality and locally sourced produce. Building on its role as the event's official hospitality partner, the company is evolving its approach to food and beverage delivery by increasing its focus on provenance, environmental … [Read more...]
Handwritten Collection Reaches 50 Hotels Worldwide as Global Expansion Accelerates
Handwritten Collection, Accor's collection of characterful and independently inspired hotels, has reached a significant milestone with the opening of its 50th property worldwide. Launched in 2023, the brand has expanded rapidly and now operates in 20 countries, with a further 50-plus hotels currently in development as it continues its international growth … [Read more...]
