TripAdvisor®, the world’s largest travel website, has announced plans to extend its successful TripAdvisor GreenLeaders™ programme into Europe for the first time. Developed in consultation with the Carbon Trust, the UK Green Building Council, the United Nations Environment Programme, and the International Tourism Partnership, the TripAdvisor GreenLeaders programme aims to help … [Read more...]
Using the term ‘gluten free’ or ‘no gluten containing ingredients’ – the Legal Implications
The introduction of the new EU Food Information Regulations 1169/2011 on 13 December 2014 will have an immense effect on both the hospitality industry and in turn on customers with food allergies or intolerances. Here, Caroline Benjamin, Consultant, Food Allergy Training Consultancy examines the issues, problems and opportunities surrounding use of the terms ‘gluten free’ and … [Read more...]
BestRoomsDirect tackles ‘fair booking’ challenge
Simon & Wendy Bennett run Augill Castle in Cumbria, a fiercely independent 15 bedroom hotel which they started 16 years ago as a 3 bedroom B&B. Below, they write about the challenges that their business faces – the reasons why they launched Best Rooms Direct in order to rally support and attention to the cause of ‘fair’ booking. Marketing has never been so tough, and … [Read more...]
London hotels show positive growth in February
According to STR Global’s preliminary daily data from February, London showed positive growth in the following key performance indicators: increases in supply (+1.2 percent) and demand (+2.9 percent); a 1.6-percent increase in occupancy to 76.8 percent; a 4.9-percent increase in average daily rate to GBP128.12; a 6.6-percent rise in revenue per available room to … [Read more...]
Motel One Edinburgh-Princes to open April 2014
Motel One has big plans for the UK in 2014 starting off with their brand new opening in Edinburgh this spring. Boasting a prime position in the Scottish capital, Motel One Edinburgh-Princes will provide stylish accommodation from as little as £69 per night. Located just off Princes Street, the new 140 bedroom hotel will be within easy walking distance of all the major city … [Read more...]