Hilton is preparing to bring its Hilton Garden Inn brand to one of the UK's top sporting venues, under a franchise agreement with Lancashire County Cricket Club (LCCC). Construction of Hilton Garden Inn Emirates Old Trafford is expected to begin later this year, before the hotel welcomes its first guests in early 2017. Growing presence at top UK sporting venues Patrick … [Read more...]
Get into the sleep habit at Stanbrook Abbey
On 17 April 2015, Stanbrook Abbey opens the main building for overnight stays with the introduction of 52 luxury bedrooms. The multi-million refurbishment has taken 2 years and has included knocking the tiny nun cells into larger bedrooms, installing central heating and plumbing throughout the new suites. All traces of the previous inhabitants have not been lost as there are … [Read more...]
TripAdvisor launches Apple Watch App
TripAdvisor has announced the launch of the TripAdvisor Apple Watch app, available now on the App Store. The app, with features designed specifically for the new Apple Watch, provides access to TripAdvisor traveller reviews, ratings and photos of hotels, restaurants and attractions. “Glances” The Apple Watch includes a new feature called “Glances”, which allows users to … [Read more...]
Stellar year for regional hotels in 2014
Regional hotels experienced a stellar year in 2014, outperforming their London counterparts, according to Hotel Britain 2015 – the latest annual report by business advisory and accountancy firm BDO. Average occupancy for the regions was up 2.3% to 75.1% for the year - the highest occupancy since the compilation of BDO’s Hotel Britain statistics began in 2004. Average room … [Read more...]
The cocktail market diversifies as it grows in importance
High-alcohol cocktails are being replaced in drinkers’ affections by more indulgent drinks, elaborate combinations and lighter versions. That is among the topline findings from The Mixed Drinks Report, the annual survey of the market by CGA Strategy. It reveals sophisticated and lower strength drinks like the Pornstar and Espresso Martini have risen in popularity among … [Read more...]