An independent report has shown that, fighting back from the weekday downturn in hotel occupancy influenced by the oil market, the work being undertaken by VisitAberdeen to market the city as a weekend break destination is reaping rewards. Demand for weekend hotel rooms increased in January and February by almost 9% compared to the same period in 2014 according to the STR … [Read more...]
Interstate enhances UK management team
The UK division of Interstate Europe, part of leading global hotel management company Interstate Hotels & Resorts, has announced a quartet of senior appointments to its UK management team. Barry Dawson joins the company as Vice President Hotels Finance; Quentin Neville as Vice President Procurement; Clare Snowdon as IT Director; and Caroline Michel as Marketing … [Read more...]
Firmdale Hotels launch One Denman Placeto
Firmdale Hotels, enters into the residential property market for the first time with the launch of One Denman Place - 24 luxury apartments designed by owner and Design Director, Kit Kemp. Located in the heart of Soho, One Denman Place is part of Ham Yard Hotel which opened in June 2014. The 24 one and two bedroom residences have been individually designed by Kit Kemp in her … [Read more...]
Marriott announces water conservation success
On the eve of World Water Day, Marriott International announced that global water intensity in its worldwide managed hotels decreased in 2014 by 5.3 percent over 2013, and 16.3 percent compared to 2007. 20% water and energy conservation targets for 2020 Marriott is committed to working with its properties to identify projects and procedures to aid in water conservation. … [Read more...]
Jamie Oliver to work with Hilton
Hilton Worldwide has confirmed that Jamie Oliver – specifically Jamie’s Italian – is to work with Hilton Worldwide for the first time. A Hilton Worldwide spokesperson said: “We are delighted to confirm our partnership with the Jamie Oliver Restaurant Group and the opening of Jamie’s Italian at Hilton London Tower Bridge, which is the first Jamie’s Italian to open in a … [Read more...]