Radisson Hotel Group today announced the signing of the Radisson RED London Greenwich in the UK. It will be the first Radisson RED in the English capital, joining other UK Radisson RED hotels in Glasgow and Liverpool. London is home to many of the world’s busiest concert and events venues, with Greenwich alongside the iconic O2 Arena putting guests at the heart of the … [Read more...]
OYO Hotels acquires machine learning Danamica to further build global yield
OYO Hotels & Homes, now the world’s third-largest and fastest-growing hotel chain, has announced that it has acquired Danamica, a Danish data science company. Danamica, with machine learning and business intelligence capabilities, specialises in dynamic pricing. This acquisition is in line with OYO’s continued commitment to the company’s global strategic investments in … [Read more...]
Harry Murray MBE awarded honorary degree of Doctor of the University of Essex
Harry Murray MBE, Chairman of Lucknam Park Hotel, was last week the recipient of an Honorary Degree of Doctor of the University of Essex on Tuesday, 16th July – an honour afforded to people who have achieved remarkable things in their lifetime and who have inspired students to do well by doing good. Over the past 10 years Harry, in his capacity as a Director & Patron, … [Read more...]
Northcote joins Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ UK portfolio
Northcote, the luxury boutique hotel with a Michelin star restaurant in Lancashire, has announced that it has joined Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ UK portfolio. Sister hotel to The Stafford London; a member of the Preferred Hotels & Resorts Legend Collection and part of Stafford Collection, Northcote will be the newest experience available within Preferred Hotels … [Read more...]
Relais & Chateaux announce 12% of web bookings via apps and new app launch
Relais & Châteaux has announced the launch of a new app this September, designed to help elevate every customer experience and journey. With apps currently generating 12% of their web bookings the new launch will aim to build further on this booking channel. The new app will include...Access to bespoke music playlists for each destination, lists of suggestions for books … [Read more...]
Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa staff vote for East Anglian Air Ambulance
Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa has announced East Anglian Air Ambulance as its charity of the year for 2019-20, following a staff vote which involved all members of staff at the Hotel & Spa. Over the course of the year, Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa’s staff plans to organise and take part in a variety of activities and events to raise awareness and funds for this crucial … [Read more...]
Arora Group appoints GM for Heathrow Terminal 2
Arora Group has announced the appointment of James Street as General Manager of the new Hilton Garden Inn London Heathrow Terminal 2, opening Summer 2019. James leads the pre-opening team with over 15 years’ experience in the hospitality industry and joins from Arora Group sister property, Renaissance London Heathrow, where he held the position of Operations Manager since 2015. … [Read more...]
Hilton, Marriott, Travelodge, Premier Inn and Holiday Express show the way in a diverse hospitality workforce
More and more hotels are taking on staff with learning disabilities and say they are reaping the rewards of a more diverse workforce. Less than 6% of people with learning disabilities are in paid employment, but this is slowly changing thanks to the likes of chains such as Hilton, Marriott, Travelodge, Premier Inn and Holiday Express. The Down’s Syndrome Association’s … [Read more...]
Arora Group appoints new Group Finance Director
Arora Group appoints new Group Finance Director The Arora Group has announced the appointment of Philip Jones as Group Finance Director to oversee finance operations for its hotel, construction and commercial divisions. Philip joins from Harbour Hotels Group, where he held the position of Group Finance Director. Within this role, Philip was part of a team … [Read more...]
Radisson RED Glasgow Partners with Hoist Group
Hoist Group, the leading provider of hospitality innovation services in the EMEA region, partners with Carlson Rezidor for the upcoming launch of their new & dynamic brand - Radisson RED Glasgow. The 174 bedroom property will be the first Radisson RED hotel in United Kingdom. The new Carlson Rezidor brand is a beacon for new hotel philosophy that connects with an ageless … [Read more...]
DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol South – Cadbury House Partners with Hoist Group
Celebrating its 10th anniversary DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol South – Cadbury House partnered with Hoist Group and installed brand new Wi-Fi network and interactive TV system. Located in charming Somerset, DoubleTree Cadbury House will benefit from innovative Fusion Internet. Hoist Group’s Wi-Fi system embraces the latest networking technologies along with a wealth of … [Read more...]
Outsource your IT infrastructure to Hoist Group
It´s no secret that finding equipment to support an IT infrastructure can be complicated – and the hospitality sector is no exception. Making sure you choose the right brand and model with the latest technology is tricky enough – but then you have to spend time on installation, configuration and maintenance. And before you know it the next model has landed on the market. … [Read more...]
Receptio and Hoist Group Enter Partnership
Receptio and Hoist Group are entering into a partnership creating a full end-to-end solution for the hospitality market in EMEA. This partnership combines Hoist Group´s Property Management System, HotSoft with the innovative IT and payment solutions from Receptio. As many of you already know, the hospitality industry had no dedicated provider for payment solutions. … [Read more...]
Mobile Key
As a frequent traveler, I expect most of my travel logistics to be accessible online. It’s been a while since I last printed a boarding pass, my hotel address, or directions to a local restaurant. But queuing for your room key at the hotel reception is probably one of the last bits in the guest journey that can still be annoyingly ineffective. Don’t get me wrong. I enjoy … [Read more...]
Hoist Group Completes Acquisition of Paragon Systems
Hoist Group announces the acquisition of Paragon Systems, a leading Irish software integrator to the hospitality industry, thereby strengthening its product range and widening its offering. Hoist Group, EMEA’s leading technology partner to the hospitality industry, and the parent company for HotSoft PMS, announced today the acquisition of Paragon Systems, based in Kilkenny, … [Read more...]