The International Hotel Investment Forum (IHIF) will honour renowned hotelier Ian Schrager, at the 17th IHIF in Berlin 2014. Schrager’s business vision has been widely associated with the introduction of global concepts such as the “boutique hotel”, “lobby socializing”, “cheap chic” and “urban resorts”. His talent for reading the mood and feel of popular culture are … [Read more...]
Hotel Bulletin for Q3 2013: confidence has returned
Zolfo Cooper, HVS and AM:PM have released their Hotel Bulletin for Q3 2013. Key findings for the quarter include: very encouraging continued regional performance growth in Q3 2013, with cities reviewed recording an average RevPAR increase of 8% over Q3 2012; increasing trend of profit conversion with regional profit growth running at 3% on a last twelve month basis … [Read more...]
New technologies and the Independent Hotel
H & C News is pleased to introduce a series of articles authored by experts from Buell Consulting Group who participated in the panels and seminars at the recent Independent Hotel Show. The articles will assist independent hotels to address the challenges facing their businesses in the competitive UK market. Keith Slowey, Chief Executive of iHotelligence was a panellist … [Read more...]
Travel Trends for 2014: VisitEngland reveals its predictions…
With a spate of new and refurbished luxury hostels opening throughout the country, a rush of British musicals hitting the West End and a 15% annual growth in cycling, VisitEngland has revealed its predictions for 2014,including that “poshtels”, the arts and lycra will all play a part in English holidays...Take a look at what’s in store, and consider the opportunities for your … [Read more...]
Hilary Cross to be GM for Dorsett Shepherds Bush, London
Dorsett Hospitality International has appointed Hilary Cross as the General Manager for the soon-to-open Dorsett Shepherds Bush, London. Hilary has overall responsibility for the pre-opening activities, strategic business planning and the post opening hotel operations and performance. Hilary holds a Higher National Diploma in Hotel Catering & Institutional Management … [Read more...]