Guinness World Records have confirmed that Andrea Warner, from Rushden, has set a brand new world record for the Fastest bed making by an individual (king sized bed) in a time of 74 seconds. Guinness World Records, the universally recognised authority on record-breaking achievement, has confirmed Andrea is the first record holder for this specific record category, and had to … [Read more...]
Migrants key for UK hospitality industry
New research released by People 1st has shown that migrants play a significant role in the hospitality industry and are filling key roles at all levels of business. The new report, Migrants in the Hospitality Industry, shows that 26% of the hospitality industry is made up of migrants, with 28% coming from Europe, and that the figures has grown significantly (23%) since … [Read more...]
Scottish Homecoming events attract record numbers
Hundreds of thousands of people from the UK and overseas have embraced Scotland’s second year of Homecoming with record-breaking attendances recorded for many of the events within the first six months of 2014. Latest attendance reports reveal that over 890,000 people have attended 34 funded events between January and May with many more enjoying the hundreds of Partner events … [Read more...]
Mercure Sheffield Parkway transformation complete
London based Asset Management firm, Dominvs Hospitality, has completed the refurbishment of the Aston Sheffield Hotel into the Mercure Sheffield Parkway Hotel. The transformation of the 78-bedroom Sheffield hotel involved redesigning the traditional hotel lobby by combining the front desk, restaurant, bar, lounge area and business centre to ensure that customer happiness is … [Read more...]
Hilton on Park Lane crowned England’s Leading Business Hotel 2014
London Hilton on Park Lane has been crowned ‘England’s Leading Business Hotel 2014’ at the World Travel Awards 2014. Recognised for its unrivalled service, location and extensive conference and events facilities, the hotel triumphed over other top business hotels in the capital. At the Europe Gala Ceremony, which took place in Athens, Greece, on Saturday 2 August, London … [Read more...]