InterContinental Hotels Group today announces the appointment of Tom Singer to the Board and Executive Committee as Chief Financial Officer, effective 26 September 2011. Tom takes over the CFO role from Richard Solomons, who became Chief Executive on 1 July 2011, and joins IHG from global healthcare group BUPA where he has been Group Finance Director since 2008. Chief … [Read more...]
Outstanding hotel or development opportunity on Scilly Isles
A premier hotel and restaurant on the Isles of Scilly, benefiting from an enviable location in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is being marketed for sale by hospitality and leisure specialists Christie + Co. Offers over £2.5 million are being sought for the leasehold interest in St Martin’s on the Isle Hotel. The St Martin’s on the Isle Hotel, situated on St … [Read more...]
£6m transformation of kitchens at Lancaster London
£6 million is being spent to completely transform both the look of the kitchens and their entire mode of operating. The project, led by Humble Arnold Associates Design Director, Stephen Arnold has been driven by a desire to improve performance, energy conservation and hygiene. The refurbishment will include a radical upgrade of kitchen equipment propelling it into a new … [Read more...]
Survey reveals what guests want from hotel technology
Philips', the leading provider of TV solutions to the hospitality industry, has launched MediaSuite a new internet enabled TV range allowing guests to access a world of online entertainment and information from within the comfort of their hotel room. To align with the MediaSuite launch, Philips also released survey results indicating travelers are attracted to hotels … [Read more...]
New York City’s first gay hotel opening soon
Parkview Developers announce plans to open New York City’s first gay hotel, THE OUT NYC. This gay urban resort is poised to become a travel and entertainment destination for gay New Yorkers and tourists alike. The complex, situated on 42nd Street between 10th and 11th Avenues, will encompass a 105-room boutique hotel, the 11,000 square foot XL NIGHTCLUB, lounge & cabaret … [Read more...]