Events and hospitality staff can now access six brand new, bitesize training videos, produced by hospitality staff supplier and training provider Off to Work (OTW). Free of charge Available free of charge via OTW’s online video channel OTV, the light-hearted demonstrations have been created in response to demand for interactive learning experiences, with Off to Work … [Read more...]
Simon Rogan to take the helm at Claridge’s new restaurant
Chef Simon Rogan will take the helm at Claridge’s new but as yet un-named restaurant when it opens in Spring 2014. Widely regarded as one of the UK’s most inventive and exciting chefs, Rogan currently holds two Michelin stars at his flagship restaurant L’Enclume in Cartmel, Cumbria, which was recently named ‘Best Restaurant in the UK’ by the Good Food Guide 2014, and … [Read more...]
UK Hotel Sales set to hit £3bn
According to Savills, the UK hotels market is set for a £3bn sales volume this year, with total sales so far reaching £2.4bn - 2.5 times the volume at the same point in 2012, with at least £600m expected to complete by the year end. Realistic pricing impacting sales Robert Seabrook, head of hotel investment at Savills, says: “A growing consensus on pricing has seen more … [Read more...]
Master Plan for Master Innholders – the line-up for 2014 Conference
The Master Innholders has announced that its next Annual Hotel General Managers’ Conference will take place on 20th and 21st January at Park Plaza, Westminster Bridge Road, London. The organisation’s 21st annual conference,’The Keys to Growth’, will focus on the challenges that continue to face the economy and provide the keys to growth for the hotel industry. The two-day … [Read more...]
ThinkHotels.com introduces new look & feel website
London based online hotel booking website, Thinkhotels.com, have re-launched the look and feel of their website to win maximum exposure with the customer. Thinkhotels.com are also partnering with TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site, to display content and collect post-trip reviews from travellers. The most effective e-commerce websites Having conducted in-depth … [Read more...]