IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has opened Hotel Indigo Dundee, in one of Europe’s rising design destinations - Dundee, Scotland. Once famous for its textiles, the city’s industrial spaces are now filled with artists and collectives, including a thriving gaming community who have helped turn Dundee into the creative heart of the … [Read more...]
North East Hoteliers give national trade charity a boost
The North East Hotels Association (NEHA) has presented the national trade charity Hospitality Action with a cheque for £1,500. The funds were raised by over 400 guests through a special prize draw at the North East Hotels Association eighth annual Excellence Awards, which celebrate the brightest stars of the region’s hotel industry. Hospitality Action is the UK … [Read more...]
Interview with Geoff Andrew: “Storytelling is not an option anymore, it is who you are”
People have been telling stories for thousands of years and still stories have a powerful effect on people. But how does successful storytelling work in the hospitality world? In the interview, Geoff Andrew explains why storytelling is particularly important for independent hotels and which hotels he believes have already perfected storytelling. Why do you think every hotel … [Read more...]
Hard Rock Hotel London announces appointment of Chris Meehan as Director of Sales & Marketing
Hard Rock Hotel London is today announcing the appointment of Chris Meehan as Director of Sales & Marketing at the soon-to-open 1000-bedroom hotel. Joining General Manager, Oliver Kahf, Meehan is the latest addition to the new senior management team, as the hotel gears up to launch in spring 2019. With an impressive track record as Director of Sales & Marketing at … [Read more...]
easyHotel plc – Milton Keynes and Chester aquisition update
easyHotel plc, the owner, developer and operator of “super budget” branded hotels, is pleased to confirm the completion on the acquisition of Milton Keynes and the purchase of the site for the Chester development. The Group announced on 26 January 2018 the acquisition of a 125-year leasehold site in Milton Keynes. Planning permission for a 124-bedroom hotel has now been … [Read more...]