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The five-star, 269-bedroom Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa in Edinburgh will be relaunched on Thursday following a multimillion-pound refurbishment. Owned by the Hotels Corporation of Edinburgh, the entire property has been renovated over a two-year period, during which time the hotel remained open.
Posted: 17 April 2012 | 13:12
The Olympic Games could turn 2012 into a record year for hotels in London and the regions, according to accountants PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC). Liz Hall, head of hospitality and leisure research at PwC, said she expected growth in revenue per available room (revpar) of 2.8% across hotels in the capital this year.
Posted: 17 April 2012 | 12:53
The 39-bedroom Best Western Crown Hotel in Lyndhurst, Hampshire, is to undergo a £1m investment following its sale to the Antoinette Group. Thotel was sold by Ian Dunn of Evergreen Hotels, who will now concentrate on running the Calcot hotel in Reading.
Posted: 17 April 2012 | 12:06
Hotel group Jurys Inn has launched its first national advertising campaign at roadside sites, key train terminals and tube stations, alongside an online promotion. The four-week, £800,000 campaign aims to reinforce the message that Jurys Inn is great value and a credible alternative to four-star and budget hotels.
Posted: 16 April 2012 | 18:05
Revenue directors from hotel brands across Europe have joined forces to develop a new hotel revenue management qualification. Created by the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association (HSMAI) Europe, the Certified Revenue Manager (CRM) course aims to cover the development of vital skills.
Posted: 16 April 2012 | 17:35
The Mango Madness smoothie was stunning - enough banana to make it smooth, but not so much it tasted of banana, probiotic yogurt to make it solid, but 98 per cent fat-free, so it didn't taste like a pudding. The quinoa salad was really superior.
Posted: 16 April 2012 | 12:03
Hilton Worldwide is launching a major recruitment drive to fill 700 vacancies in the UK, as well as expanding its apprenticeship scheme to provide training opportunities for a further 100 young people. Jobs are available at from entry level to management roles and include engineers, chef apprentices, cocktail mixologists and hotel managers.
Posted: 16 April 2012 | 11:43
Colin Tenwick, CEO of LiveBookings.com, shares his tips to help your business make the most of online offers
Posted: 16 April 2012 | 11:26
There's a lot to keep in mind when working with a deals service. Rene Freling, general manager of Travelzoo Local Deals, picks out five things you should pay special attention to
Posted: 16 April 2012 | 10:52
Are those online discount deals a great way to fill tables or rooms at quiet times? Or do the reduced prices and charges make it impossible to turn an honest profit? Two operators tell their stories
Posted: 16 April 2012 | 10:52
Online discounts cover quite a wide variety of schemes that work in different ways - if you know exactly what you want to achieve, you're much more likely to pick the best deal
Posted: 16 April 2012 | 10:52
Almost everybody in hospitality is giving online discounts these days, it seems. Used wisely, these schemes are a great way to bring in business at quiet times and collect data about new customers. But it's important to make sure the offer is the right one for your business. Tom Vaughan reports
Posted: 16 April 2012 | 10:52
Country house hotel Gravetye Manor in Sussex has appointed Andrew Thomason to the newly created role of managing director. Thomason joins from his most recent role as general manager at Hotel Verta, where he oversaw the London property's opening in 2010.
Posted: 13 April 2012 | 13:26
Situated in the heart of Bangkok's Sukhumvit district, Cabochon - like its namesake - aims to reflect a polished gem that has been shaped and moulded to create an opulent boutique hotel. The colonial décor and courtyard garden provide a retreat from the busy city.
Posted: 13 April 2012 | 11:06
Built on Medieval and Roman ruins which have been carefully preserved and feature throughout the public areas and rooms, Palazzo Victoria blends the rich heritage of the property with the newest technology. The five-star hotel is located in the city centre on Corsa Porta Borsari.
Posted: 13 April 2012 | 11:06
Surrounded by 700 hectares of prime vineyards and farmlands, the hotel is housed in the former hospice of the 12th century Santa Maria de Retuerta Abbey, with the restaurant in what was once the refectory and an event space in the adjoining church. The property is a 45-minute drive from Valladolid and two hours from Madrid.
Posted: 13 April 2012 | 11:06
Hotel group Accor has announced plans to reduce its worldwide CO2 emissions by 10% by 2015, even as the company continues with its plans to grow by around 40,000 rooms each year. Those were the proposals laid out in its new sustainability programme, Planet 21, launched this morning.
Posted: 13 April 2012 | 10:41
Liz Cottingham "mortgaged her soul" to buy a 400-year-old converted mill house hotel in the New Forest, but never imagined that one of her best attractions would be an orphaned duck called Crispie. Andy Morton reports
Posted: 13 April 2012 | 09:54
People with disabilities are looking for an enjoyable stay, a good night's sleep, the chance to relax and enjoy a meal with a drink. That is no different to most guests, so many policies and standards will fit everyone.
Posted: 13 April 2012 | 09:28
Guy Parsons is to step down as chief executive of Travelodge and will be replaced by current executive chairman and former chief executive Grant Hearn. Meanwhile, Keith Hamill chairman of the business between 2003 and 2010, will also resume his former position as a result of the move.
Posted: 12 April 2012 | 14:43
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