New research into the UK’s conference and business events sector, entitled the ‘UK Conference and Meeting Survey 2015’ (UKCAMS), values the sector at an estimated £21.6 billion in venue and destination direct spend in 2014. The total represents an increase of some £2 billion compared with the previous year, due mainly to an increase in event size. The ‘UK Conference and … [Read more...]
The Stables Restaurant launches at Three Horseshoes Country Inn & Spa, Leek
The Three Horseshoes Country Inn & Spa has announced its new fine dining experience, The Stables. The newly appointed Executive Chef, Gary Woolliscroft along with the current Head Chef, Matt Brock have together added another dimension to the already outstanding dining choices. Using his finest culinary skills, Gary has devised a menu full of innovative dishes which set … [Read more...]
Select Apartments launch Independent Rating System
Unlike the hotel sector, which has long established rating systems across the industry, the same cannot be said for the serviced apartment sector. Select Apartments has therefore been working on its own grading system, which is now live on the website. This simple grading solution, which is divided into four categories - Corporate Bronze, Premiere Silver, Executive Gold and … [Read more...]
W Hotels announces first W Music Curator
W Amsterdam has announced Kristina Dolgova as its inaugural W Music Curator. A newly introduced role at W Hotels, the W Music Curator will bring what’s new and next in the dynamic music scene at each individual W property. Kristina will focus on identifying local music talent and scheduling a robust calendar of Happenings at W Amsterdam when the hotel opens this … [Read more...]
STA and Buell Consulting announce helpline for Scottish tourism businesses
The Scottish Tourism Alliance’s ‘Raising Our Game’ Midsummer conference at the Westerwood Hotel in Cumbernauld last week provided the venue for the launch of a new free business support helpline for tourism businesses in Scotland. The new helpline, which is delivered in partnership with The Buell Group, will offer the most comprehensive advisory and service resource for the … [Read more...]