A leading name in the hospitality industry has underlined its commitment to people development thanks to a pioneering international knowledge sharing project. Macdonald Hotels & Resorts operate over 40 hotels across the UK, Ireland, Spain and Portugal and ten resorts throughout the UK and Spain, employing in the region of 4,000 people across its locations. In a bid to … [Read more...]
New manager takes the helm at Southampton hotel
A new manager has joined the team at Holiday Inn Express Southampton. Claire Barrowclough will lead the 25-strong team at the Hampshire hotel, which is operated by the UK’s leading independent hotel management company, RBH. The experienced hotelier, who has spent more than 10 years working in hospitality, will oversee operations at the 182-bed hotel, which is adjacent to … [Read more...]
Travelodge writes to local authorities in Scotland
Travelodge, Scotland’s first branded budget hotel chain has announced at the official opening of its new Stirling City Centre Travelodge, that it is looking to expand its Scottish network with a further 20 hotels. This expansion programme represents an investment of £125 million for investors and a job creation of 385 new jobs across Scotland. Locations include: … [Read more...]
Major International Hoteliers look to drop anchor at Edinburgh Marina
Edinburgh Marina Holdings today confirms that it is now in advanced negotiations with a major international hotel partner for its new Edinburgh Marina hotel which form’s a key component of the wider £500 million waterside development. The new Edinburgh Marina Spa & Conference Hotel will comprise 187 rooms with 21 suites including an exclusive 1,000 sq. ft Presidential … [Read more...]
De Vere Wokefield Estate unveils the results of £20 million grand transformation
De Vere Wokefield Estate, near Reading – part of the De Vere portfolio of country estate hotels – has unveiled the results of its £20 million refurbishment, which includes a complete restoration of its historic Mansion House and the creation of new food and beverage outlets. The impressive Mansion House has been restored to glory and takes its place once again at the heart … [Read more...]