Plans have been released for Designer Outlet Cotswolds to be built at junction 9 of the M5 motorway in Gloucestershire. The 195,000 sq ft outlet village will be opened in two phases featuring some 90 retail units, restaurants and cafes. Construction is due to start on site in autumn 2020 with the first phase expected to open towards the end of 2021. The designer village … [Read more...]
Birthplace of American counterculture sees Moxy NYC East Village open today
Moxy NYC East Village opens today in the heart of the iconic East Village where rock ‘n’ roll, renegade art, LGBTQ+ activism, and generations of immigrants all merged to give birth to American counterculture. Located on East 11th Street between Third and Fourth Avenues, directly across from the legendary concert venue Webster Hall, the hotel features 286 design-driven … [Read more...]
Bees pay for their hotel stay at The Grand, York
York’s five-star hotel The Grand, York, has been a hive of activity since taking the decision earlier this year to house thousands of bees on its spacious, flat rooftop. The hives house three colonies which have been tended by beekeeper Paul Appleton, who manages apiaries across the York area. So far, Appleton has harvested around 18 kilos of medium gold-coloured honey, … [Read more...]
Wetherspoon pubs to reduce VAT for customers tomorrow
Wetherspoon pubs will be cutting the price of all food and drink by 7.5 per cent on Thursday September 19. The company’s pubs in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are hosting a Tax Equality Day, aimed at highlighting the benefit of a VAT reduction in the hospitality industry. Prices at each of the company’s pubs (not including those in the Republic of … [Read more...]
The Londoner, opening in Leicester Square spring 2020 with six underground floors
Preferred Hotels & Resorts has announced it is welcoming The Londoner as the newest experience within the brand’s esteemed Legend Collection. With The Londoner set to launch in spring 2020 as the U.K.’s most anticipated opening of the year, this new partnership demonstrates the company’s commitment to welcoming independent hotels that go beyond well-appointed guestrooms … [Read more...]