TripAdvisor®, the world’s largest travel site, has announced the launch of the Rave Review widget, a new marketing tool that allows hotel, restaurant and attraction owners to display a five-star TripAdvisor review on their own websites. Showcase positive reviews “According to a recent TripBarometer by TripAdvisor survey, 93% of people looking to book travel are influenced … [Read more...]
Regional hotels surge ahead as London stutters
Hotels in the regions enjoyed a stellar March whilst those in London reported another subdued performance, according to preliminary hotel figures released today by business advisory and accountancy firm, BDO LLP [data previously compiled by PKF Accountants & business advisers, which merged with BDO LLP at the end of March 2013]. London In London, a 4.5% drop in room … [Read more...]
One million Facebook Fans: one million Marriott Rewards points to be won
It took just eight months for one million Facebook fans to “like” Marriott Hotels & Resorts. To return the love, the company’s flagship brand is launching a new #MyMarriottMillion Facebook contest offering a chance to win one million Marriott Rewards points. To enter, fans submit a photo of their favourite travel experience on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram with the … [Read more...]
Mark Sargeant to join team at The Great Northern Hotel
This May, the Great Northern Hotel, the world’s first great railway hotel, re-opens for the first time in almost 12 years following a comprehensive £40 million renovation programme. Occupying an unrivalled position between King’s Cross Station and St Pancras International, the busiest rail transport hub in Europe, the privately owned Grade II listed building has been … [Read more...]
British Hoteliers implementing eco-friendly practices, travellers less concerned
TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site, announced on Earth Day (22 April) the eco-friendly practice findings of the TripBarometer by TripAdvisor. This study, the world’s largest accommodation and traveller survey, reports on travel and hospitality industry trends, according to more than 35,000 travellers and hoteliers around the world. British travellers second least … [Read more...]