The BHA’s nationwide campaign Big Hospitality Conversation sees great support from the tourism minister Tracy Crouch MP, former tourism minister Helen Grant MP for Maidstone & The Weald, and Damian Green MP Ashford. Over 100 hospitality and tourism businesses from across the region will come together on 27 January at Ashford International Q Hotelto pledge … [Read more...]
Skydives, mud runs and a pop-up restaurant launch challenge Compass Group graduates
Skydives, mud runs and launching a pop-up restaurant are just some of the exciting challenges the graduates of Compass Group UK & Ireland, the UK’s largest catering firm, took part in to raise over £20,000 for charity. The 2014 intake of graduates from across the company were separated into four groups for the £400 to £4k challenge. As part of the challenge, each … [Read more...]
The Clarence undergoes major refurbishment
Geronimo Inns has re-launched The Clarence in Whitehall following a £1.3m refurbishment. The property has undergone a complete makeover throughout and introduces a new dining space – the Tin Belly Dining Room. Geronimo Inns’ interior design team have created a light and bright space throughout still ensuring a traditional pub feel but with a subtle nod to the ‘Best of … [Read more...]
DoubleTree by Hilton Opens New Hotel in London’s Growing Financial Hub
DoubleTree by Hilton today announced the opening of its newest property in London, the 260-room DoubleTree by Hilton London ExCel. Located in the heart of London's up-and-coming financial hub, the hotel is owned and managed by Shiva Hotels. "We are excited to welcome this beautiful hotel to the brand's growing portfolio of more than 25 properties across the U.K." said Dianna … [Read more...]
The Master Innholders #GMConf16 proves excellence is no coincidence, trending at no.5 in the UK
The country’s most esteemed hoteliers arrived at London’s Grosvenor House, A JW Marriott Hotel, for the Master Innholders General Managers’ Conference on Monday 11 and 12 January, for the annual forum of trends commentary, strategy development, behavioural techniques and leadership coaching designed to set the hotelier’s agenda for the year ahead. Delegates took to social … [Read more...]