Marlin Apartments, London’s leading provider of owner-operated serviced apartments, has been recognised with ISO accreditation for all its properties and services – a first for an owner-operator within the industry. While some have been accredited on their offices, Marlin is the first to also be accredited for its apartments and the services it provides. The recognition has … [Read more...]
HotStats UK Chain Hotels Market Review – June 2014
HotStats UK Chain Hotels Market Review – June 2014 UK Provinces and East Midlands grow profits, but London loses again Whilst London’s hotel profitability fell for the second consecutive month in June, the UK Provinces continued to show year-on-year positive movement for gross operating profit per available room (GOPPAR) and in particular, East Midlands’ hoteliers … [Read more...]
Spirits Market Report 2014: facts and figures
Spirits Market Report 2014: facts and figures The findings of William Grant & Sons UK (previously known as First Drinks Brands) annual spirits and Champagne report make interesting reading, as you would expect. H&C News has already looked at some of the consumer trends and shopper habits that the Report uncovers (see link at bottom of page), but here we present some of … [Read more...]
Life After Free WIFI
Life After Free WIFI 64% of hotels now offer free wireless Internet (WIFI) to guests, which has become one of the, if not the, most sought after amenity for hotel guests worldwide, whether travelling for business or leisure. Whilst this is great for travellers, it is a challenge for hoteliers. Alongside diminishing video-on-demand revenues and non-existing telephone … [Read more...]
Wired Media team up with Hospitality & Catering News
Wired Media team up with Hospitality & Catering News Exciting new partnership Hospitality & Catering News and Wired Media Hospitality & Catering News are delighted to announce their technology partner for 2014 as Wired Media. Wired Media are a web design, development and digital marketing agency based in Bristol. As a specialist at increasing revenue for … [Read more...]