Marriott International plans to provide free Wi-Fi to all 47 million members of Marriott Rewards, the company’s award-winning loyalty program, who book directly on Marriott.com, Marriott’s mobile app, 1-800-MARRIOTT, or through a Marriott hotel. From 15 January 2015, this benefit will make free standard Wi-Fi available across more than 3,800 hotels in the company’s extensive … [Read more...]
Accor launches “Leading Digital Hospitality”
One year after the announcement of its new strategy and the redefinition of its business model around HotelServices and HotelInvest, Accor, the world's leading hotel operator with more than 3,600 hotels, is unveiling its digital strategy aimed at consolidating its leadership throughout the hospitality value chain. Global response to digital challenges The “Leading Digital … [Read more...]
Updated Salon Culinaire puts World-Class Culinary Experience on Menu
The world’s premier culinary competition, Salon Culinaire, will yet again provide a show- stopping spectacle for highly skilled chefs across number of sectors when it returns to grace The Hospitality Show (NEC Birmingham, 19-21 January, 2015). The 2015 event, will once again comprise three key elements: the exquisite Salon Display, competition classes of Live Theatre, and … [Read more...]
The Student Hotel to expand in UK and Europe
The Student Hotel has announced a capital increase and equity commitment of EUR 150 million funded by Perella Weinberg Real Estate which will enable the Amsterdam-based leading student accommodation provider to expand significantly further into Europe. The capital increase will allow The Student Hotel to address the shortage of quality accommodation across Europe to meet … [Read more...]
The Grand Brighton appoints Michael Cloke
The Grand Brighton has appointed Michael Cloke as its new Director of Sales, further strengthening the management team at the iconic seafront hotel. Michael has worked within the hospitality industry for 20 years and joins The Grand with a wealth of experience following his most recent role as Director of Sales and Marketing at London Marriott Hotel Regents Park. Previous to … [Read more...]