Following a record-breaking 2017, Best Western Great Britain has been busy in March with three new hotel activations boosting its collection of over 250 independently owned properties. Best Western Great Britain saw a record number of hotel activations in 2017 with a 110% increase in properties joining year on year. That momentum has continued in 2018 with additions and … [Read more...]
Suites Hotel & Spa champions gender equality as part of International Women’s Day
Today Suites Hotel & Spa is marking International Women’s Day by championing gender equality within the hospitality industry. According to the British Hospitality Association, of the 70% of hospitality workers who are female, only 20% are employed in a leading capacity. In contrast, the award-winning Knowsley hotel employs 99 members of staff of which 70 are women, … [Read more...]
Moxy Hotels brand growth – to more than 40 new cities by the end of 2020
Moxy Hotels, Marriott International’s playful, experiential hotel brand for the next generation of travellers, debuted in Europe in 2014, grew rapidly and is now expanding globally. The brand is advancing its strong presence with plans to expand into more than 40 new destinations in both fast-growing and established markets in Europe in the next three years. With more than 50 … [Read more...]
Hilton celebrates top apprentices at event in Watford
Hilton yesterday announced the winners of its prestigious National Apprentice awards. The ceremony was part of an event held during National Apprenticeship Week to celebrate the achievements of Hilton’s apprentices. Hilton offers Level 2, 3 and 4 apprenticeships across areas including professional cookery, front desk, food and beverage service, facilities, exercise and … [Read more...]
Travelodge to create 550 new jobs in 2018 with opening of 20 new hotels
Today, Travelodge, the UK’s first budget hotel chain announces the next stage of its extensive UK expansion programme. The group expects to open 20 new hotels (over 1,900 rooms) across the UK in 2018, creating 550 new jobs and expanding its network to 578 Travelodge hotels in the UK, Spain and Ireland. These hotels are being developed by third party investors, with an … [Read more...]