Considerate Hoteliers has launched the ‘Considerate Hotel of the Year Awards 2015’, with the winners to be announced at an Awards Gala event at the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park London on July 3rd 2015. Entry is free and open to all its UK & International members, and also open to other non-member hotels in the UK and internationally (at a nominal entry fee), and the … [Read more...]
Shortlist announced for the People 1st Apprenticeship Awards
Now in its third year, the Apprenticeship Awards organised by People 1st, recognise outstanding apprentices and celebrate the contribution of employers, providers and mentors in promoting and delivering apprenticeships. Individuals and organisations from hospitality Exceptional individuals and organisations have been shortlisted from the hospitality industry. Hospitality … [Read more...]
Reduce stress with Waggers at Staybridge Suites
Waggers, an adorable miniature chocolate labradoodle, is London’s first hotel dog. He has just been appointed by the 93-suite Staybridge Suites London Vauxhall to be part of the hotel’s ‘welcome home’ reception team. While Waggers (three months old) won’t be able to take guests bags on arrival, he is guaranteed to offer a waggy welcome and a heart-warming gaze. Working … [Read more...]
BrewDog’s designated driver discount
Inspired by the recent change in Scotland’s drink driving laws, BrewDog has launched a designated driver discount, to make it even easier for people to enjoy themselves in its network of bars before driving home safely and legally. BrewDog is offering a 15% discount on soft drinks as well as its low alcohol beer, Nanny State in all UK BrewDog bars To qualify, customers … [Read more...]
Andrew McKenzie of The Vineyard Group is Imbibe Hotel Personality of the Year
Having worked in the hospitality industry for nearly 40 years, Andrew McKenzie, Managing Director of The Vineyard Group, was delighted to have been chosen as this year’s winner of the Imbibe Hotel Personality of the Year Award announced at Mondrian Hotel’s Rumpus Room on Monday 2 February 2015. Andrew is no stranger to winning awards and was proud to accept the coveted Catey … [Read more...]