Emirates Palace’s Michael Koth on taking good and making it great
The general manager says Mandarin Oriental will make people love the iconic property in new ways
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Emirates Palace’s Michael Koth on taking good and making it great
The general manager says Mandarin Oriental will make people love the iconic property in new ways
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Managing Guest Relations and Upholding Corporate Digital Responsibility In The Hospitality Industry
Technology is evolving at a record pace, and these emerging digital technologies are now reshaping traditional business practices…
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US investors make first UK acquisition with purchase of The Old Bell Hotel
Knight Frank has completed on the sale of The Old Bell Hotel, a 13th century hotel in Wiltshire to American investors Whim Hospitality, selling off a guide price of £3.75m.
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Accor’s Mark Willis on the rise of lifestyle brands: “I’m fully in”
Someone walks past our photo shoot and does a double take at the man sitting in the chair having his photo taken (the picture is the one you can see on the opposite page)…
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A Consultant’s Perspective on the Pandemic in 2021
The pandemic continues to plague our operations and practically all aspects of our daily lives…
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Richard Branson plots new Virgin Hotel for Glasgow in 2022
Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin Hotels is to open a new property in Glasgow in 2022. The new site will be situated at 236-246 Clyde Street and be the brand’s second hotel in Scotland.
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Voco Brisbane City Centre marks brand’s 50th signing
IHG Hotels and Resorts has signed the 50th property under its Voco brand, with the Voco Brisbane City Centre set to open later this year.
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Hotel Grand Strategy Starts with Your People
A new year means a new mindset. And 2021 will be an interesting period as the entire hospitality sector looks for a fresh start…
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Marriott hotel data leak and why travellers should know what’s going on
Cybersecurity or info safety is just not the factor loads of travellers take into consideration. You’re about to depart on a well-deserved vacation, and the very last thing you need is much more troubles to consider…
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Industry Veterans Launch Hospitality Management Company
Hospitality industry veterans Chris Manley, formerly with Stonebridge Companies, and Jeff Blackman, founder and president of Bedford Lodging, have launched hotel management company Five Senses Hospitality Management™…
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Rome to welcome Accor's Orient Express brand in 2023
Accor’s Orient Express brand is set to launch in Rome in 2023, with the major refurbishment of the historic Grand Hotel de la Minerve.
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Marriott Appoints Capuano CEO, Linnartz President
Marriott International has named Anthony “Tony” Capuano CEO and Stephanie Linnartz president of the company. The appointments follow the unexpected passing of Marriott President/CEO Arne Sorenson on Feb. 15…
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JLL Appoints Perez-Alvarado Global CEO, Hotels & Hospitality
Gilda Perez-Alvarado has been promoted to global CEO of JLL’s Hotels & Hospitality Group to succeed Mark Wynne-Smith, who will continue as global CEO of valuation advisory.
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Marriott’s Arne Sorenson Passes Away; Industry Reacts
Arne M. Sorenson, president/CEO of Marriott, unexpectedly died yesterday. He was 62. In May 2019, the company announced that he had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. On Feb…
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“Lifelong learning”: why dual education institutions will lead the way
By 2022 – in just one year – more than 40% of core skills required to perform existing jobs are expected to change, as estimated by the World Economic Forum in their recent call for a “global reskilling revolution”…
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UK in talks to introduce vaccine passports for international travel
The UK is getting closer to confirming the use of vaccine passports for international travel despite previously ruling out the adoption of such technology.
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SH Hotels names Arash Azarbarzin CEO, provides business update
Starwood Capital Group has named Arash Azarbarzin CEO of its SH Hotels & Resorts subsidiary, which operates the 1 Hotels, Baccarat Hotels and Treehouse Hotels brands.
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Hyatt Launches The Great Relocate for Overseas Long-Term Stays
Hyatt Hotels has launched “The Great Relocate,” a long-stay package to cater to the pent-up desire amongst consumers for travel and longer stays abroad.
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