Houston hospitality set for major Super Bowl bounce

The Houston hotel industry will see overall performance growth of between 150 and 350 per cent during Super Bowl 51 weekend, according to a projection by STR’s consulting and analytics division.

Yotel set to debut Clerkenwell, London, property in 2018

Yotel has announced plans to open its third property in the UK in late 2018 with a 212-cabin hotel in Central London’s creative quarter of Clerkenwell at 96-100 Clerkenwell Road. The project, developed by Medina Investments, has already broken ground and is set to open in late 2018. 

Houston hospitality set for major Super Bowl bounce

The Houston hotel industry will see overall performance growth of between 150 and 350 per cent during Super Bowl 51 weekend, according to a projection by STR’s consulting and analytics division.

Yotel set to debut Clerkenwell, London, property in in 2018

Yotel has announced plans to open its third property in the UK in late 2018 with a 212-cabin hotel in Central London’s creative quarter of Clerkenwell at 96-100 Clerkenwell Road. The project, developed by Medina Investments, has already broken ground and is set to open in late 2018. 

Bernabé to lead Minor Hotels-owned Avani brand

Minor Hotels has appointed Alejandro Bernabé as group director, Avani Hotels & Resorts. With over 20 years of global hospitality experience, Bernabé has an impressive management track record, along with years of practical operational and food and beverage experience in both city hotels and resort properties and is ideally qualified to lead Minor Hotels’ most youthful and contemporary brand.

Houston hospitality set for major Super Bowl bounce

The Houston hotel industry will see overall performance growth of between 150 and 350 per cent during Super Bowl 51 weekend, according to a projection by STR’s consulting and analytics division.

Iberostar Club Palmeraie Marrakech opens in Morocco

Iberostar Hotels & Resorts is continuing with its ambitious expansion plan by opening another hotel in North Africa this April. The Iberostar Club Palmeraie Marrakech will be a fully renovated four-star hotel that has been redesigned in keeping with the brand’s quality standards.

Proposed London tourist tax denounced by hospitality industry

UKinbound has strongly denounced proposals put forward by councils and the mayor of London to introduce a bed tax for tourists. UKinbound chief executive officer, Deirdre Wells, explained: “Introducing a bed tax would be a retrograde step for UK tourism.

Grossniklaus takes up development role with Belmond

Belmond announced the appointment of David Grossniklaus as senior director of development Middle East, Africa and India. Based in Belmond’s newly-opened development office in the heart of the Dubai International Financial Centre, in the United Arab Emirates, Grossniklaus will focus on growing Belmond’s footprint across the region with new hotel developments and conversion opportunities.

The Plymouth reopens on South Beach, Miami

When it opened in 1940, nothing looked like The Plymouth - an Art Deco icon that epitomised the glamour and style of its time. And nothing on Miami Beach feels like The Plymouth, which just opened after a significant investment, debuting as an effortlessly stylish, casually private and romantic retreat on a block that still feels like a secret.

Aragonés takes up leadership of NH Hotel Group

The board of NH Hotel Group has unanimously approved the appointment of Ramón Aragonés as the company’s chief executive. The board further resolved to submit a motion for his appointment as director at the next general shareholders meeting.

Four Seasons Hotel Ten Trinity Square opens in London

In a building that over the years has housed an important civic institution, hosted the United Nations and even starred in a James Bond film, one of London’s landmarks is now home to the new Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square.

Four Seasons Hotel Ten Trinity Square opens in London

In a building that over the years has housed an important civic institution, hosted the United Nations and even starred in a James Bond film, one of London’s landmarks is now home to the new Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square.

Domes Noruz Chania set for Greece debut in March

The new adults-only hotel Domes Noruz Chania is set to open its doors on at the end of March for its first full season in the extraordinary destination of Chania. Sister hotel to Domes of Elounda, the Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection is an 83 room and suites, adults-only, beachfront boutique hotel.

Aragonés takes up leadership of NH Hotel Group

The board of NH Hotel Group has unanimously approved the appointment of Ramón Aragonés as the company’s chief executive. The board further resolved to submit a motion for his appointment as director at the next general shareholders meeting.

TRYP by Wyndham headed for Yangon, Myanmar

TRYP by Wyndham has arrived on the shores of south-east Asia with the opening of a new-construction hotel in Yangon, Myanmar. The 60-room TRYP Yangon is Wyndham’s inaugural hotel to open in Myanmar.

Fraser Suites Kuningan set for Jakarta debut later this year

In line with plans to anchor its presence in the largest economy in south-east Asia, Frasers Hospitality Group, a division of Frasers Centrepoint, will be launching Fraser Suites Kuningan in 2017. This will be the group’s fourth property launched, with another five in the pipeline, bringing its Jakarta portfolio to a total of nine by 2019.

Fraser Suites Kuningan set for Jakarta debut later this year

In line with plans to anchor its presence in the largest economy in south-east Asia, Frasers Hospitality Group, a division of Frasers Centrepoint, will be launching Fraser Suites Kuningan in 2017. This will be the group’s fourth property launched, with another five in the pipeline, bringing its Jakarta portfolio to a total of nine by 2019.

Barceló Torre de Madrid opens in Spain

A new hotel in the heart of Madrid - Barceló Torre de Madrid - has opened its doors. Barceló Hotel Groups’ newest five star property, Barceló Torre de Madrid is set to impress with its position in one of Madrid’s most iconic and tallest buildings.

Lamborghini signs on for Waldorf Astoria Driving Experiences 2017

Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts and Italian super sports car maker Lamborghini gave announced new dates for the Waldorf Astoria Driving Experiences. With new destinations to explore, Lamborghini will provide bespoke drive adventures for Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts around the world.

Sandals signs ground-breaking Marriott partnership in Jamaica

Sandals Resorts International has announced a new partnership with Marriott International to bring AC Hotels by Marriott to the Caribbean.  This is the first partnership between the hospitality companies and the first time SRI will manage a brand it did not create.

The Anam welcomes Sri Mara Spa to Vietnam

Located on Vietnam’s most illustrious and pristine coastline, The Anam, an independently operated and luxurious all-villa, five-star resort, has drawn inspiration from the heritage of Nha Trang and the original settlements in Cham Kingdom and Bali for the interpretation for its new Sri Mara Spa.

Lamborghini signs on for Waldorf Astoria Driving Experiences 2017

Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts and Italian super sports car maker Lamborghini gave announced new dates for the Waldorf Astoria Driving Experiences. With new destinations to explore, Lamborghini will provide bespoke drive adventures for Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts around the world.

Iberostar sees revenue rise in 2016

Spanish hotel chain Iberostar saw turnover increase to €2.03 billion for 2016, up ten per cent on the previous year. Its international presence, which extends to 30 countries, and its ongoing commitment to quality are the key factors behind these excellent results, the company said in a statement.

Four Seasons Resort Maldives welcomes new overwater villas

Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa has unveiled its brand new all-villa water accommodations - the country’s ultimate lagoon sanctuaries. Completely renovated, refurbished and extended throughout, each vast oceanic haven has its own private 24m2 infinity pool, accessible through sliding glass doors from a brand new day bed alcove in the master bedroom.

Minor Hotels signs with Nakheel to take Avani into Dubai

Minor Hotels has signed a management agreement with UAE master developer Nakheel for a new Avani hotel in Dubai. The 372-key Avani Ibn Battuta Dubai Hotel will be developed by Nakheel and will be located adjacent to the recently-opened Ibn Battuta Metro Link, which is directly connected to Ibn Battuta Mall.

InterContinental Hotels launches new integrated advertising campaign

In a new integrated campaign, providing tailored content to consumers, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has launched a new digital hub bringing to life real stories from remarkable characters around the world.

Tapestry Collection by Hilton set for global debut

Hilton has launched a vibrant new brand that offers guests a refreshing choice for an independent hotel stay: Tapestry Collection by Hilton. Tapestry marks the 14th brand and second collection brand for Hilton, the world’s fastest-growing hospitality company on an organic net unit growth percentage basis.

InterContinental Hotels launches new integrated advertising campaign

In a new integrated campaign, providing tailored content to consumers, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has launched a new digital hub bringing to life real stories from remarkable characters around the world.

Malmaison Hotel du Vin moves ahead with York property

Malmaison Hotel du Vin, the leading lifestyle hotel group, has taken an exciting and important step closer to bringing the famous Malmaison brand to York. The brand has received planning permission from York City Council to undertake a multi-million pound transformation of Yorkshire House on Rougier Street into a stunning Malmaison hotel.

Marriott signs on for $600m Bethesda headquarters

Marriott International has signed a letter of intent with a joint venture between The Bernstein Companies and Boston Properties to develop its new corporate headquarters and hotel project in downtown Bethesda. The selected site is located at 7750 Wisconsin Avenue, at the corner of Wisconsin and Norfolk Avenues and spans two-blocks to the south and one block west to Woodmont Avenue, just a short walk from the Bethesda Metro station.

Marriott signs on for $600m Bethesda headquarters

Marriott International has signed a letter of intent with a joint venture between The Bernstein Companies and Boston Properties to develop its new corporate headquarters and hotel project in downtown Bethesda. The selected site is located at 7750 Wisconsin Avenue, at the corner of Wisconsin and Norfolk Avenues and spans two-blocks to the south and one block west to Woodmont Avenue, just a short walk from the Bethesda Metro station.

Malmaison Hotel du Vin moves ahead with New York property

Malmaison Hotel du Vin, the leading lifestyle hotel group has taken an exciting and important step closer to bringing the famous Malmaison brand to York. The brand has received planning permission from York City Council to undertake a multi-million pound transformation of Yorkshire House on Rougier Street into a stunning Malmaison hotel.

STR: Occupancy on the rise in Middle East hotels

Hotels in the Middle East reported mixed November 2016 results, while hotels in Africa posted positive results in the three key performance metrics when reported in US dollar constant currency, according to data from STR.

STR: Occupancy on the rise in Middle East hotels

Hotels in the Middle East reported mixed November 2016 results, while hotels in Africa posted positive results in the three key performance metrics when reported in US dollar constant currency, according to data from STR.

Hilton to welcome Garden Inn property to Yalova, Turkey

Hilton has confirmed a franchise agreement with Cavusoglu Group to open Hilton Garden Inn in Yalova. The 121-room property will be situated by the Marmara Sea and is expected to open in 2018.

Rezidor Hotel Group signs two Saudi Arabia properties

The Rezidor Hotel Group has signed Radisson Blu Hotel, Dhahran Square and Radisson Blu Residence, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, in partnership with Tanami Arabia. The new properties will be located in the business district of Dhahran, a city in the Eastern Province of the Kingdom.

Radisson Blu to open Geneva property in 2021

Radisson Blu has confirmed plans to open a new business and conference property in Geneva. The new Radisson Blu Hotel, Geneva will be located between the city centre and airport and is scheduled to open in 2021.

W Hotels to open Budapest property

W Hotels Worldwide is planning to debut the iconic W Hotels brand in Hungary with the opening of W Budapest. Located in the heart of the city at Andrassy Avenue, the hotel will be housed in the impressive Drechsler Palace which will be fully renovated to bring the brand’s cutting-edge, contemporary design to life.

Hyatt plans first ski resort in the French Alps

Hyatt Hotels & Resorts has revealed plans for Hyatt Centric La Rosière, the first Hyatt Centric hotel in France and Hyatt’s first ski resort in the region. Hyatt has entered into a franchise agreement with La Rosière Gestion SARL to be managed by Sophos Hotels.

Radisson Blu to open Geneva property

The Rezidor Hotel Group is planning to open a new Radisson Blu hotel in Geneva. Set to open in 2021, the 250-room property will be located between the city centre and airport, and will feature an all-day dining restaurant, hotel bar and lounge, fitness centre and spa.

W Hotels to open Budapest property

W Hotels Worldwide is planning to debut in Hungary with the opening of W Budapest. The 162-room property will offer a restaurant and a destination bar as well as the signature W Living Room, three meeting and event spaces, along with an Away Spa, FIT fitness center, and WET pool.

Hyatt plans first ski resort in the French Alps

Hyatt Hotels & Resorts has revealed plans for Hyatt Centric La Rosière, the first Hyatt Centric hotel in France and Hyatt’s first ski resort in the region. The 71-room hotel is expected to open by the 2017-18 winter season.

Hyatt Hotels acquires Miraval Group

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has acquired Miraval Group, a renowned of wellness and mindfulness experiences, from an affiliate of KSL Capital Partners.

Renaissance Lagos Ikeja Hotel takes brand into sub-Saharan Africa

Located in Nigeria’s commercial centre and city known for its music, fashion, cuisine, art and nightlife, the Renaissance Lagos Ikeja will offer world-class amenities, modern aesthetic, sophisticated service and unique programming that reflect the brand’s signature approach to feed the curiosity, fuel the imagination and excite the senses of its guests.

Breaking Travel News investigates: Costs of Trump-style inauguration celebrations

Donald Trump will, somehow, become the United States 45th president today. And for those travellers who want an inauguration weekend to trump all others, travel money expert FairFX has revealed the cheapest and dearest Trump hotels to visit around the world.

Renaissance Lagos Ikeja Hotel takes brand into sub-Saharan Africa

Located in Nigeria’s commercial centre and city known for its music, fashion, cuisine, art and nightlife, the Renaissance Lagos Ikeja will offer world-class amenities, modern aesthetic, sophisticated service and unique programming that reflect the brand’s signature approach to feed the curiosity, fuel the imagination and excite the senses of its guests.

Breaking Travel News investigates: Costs of Trump-style inauguration celebrations

Donald Trump will, somehow, become the United States 45th president today. And for those travellers who want an inauguration weekend to trump all others, travel money expert FairFX has revealed the cheapest and dearest Trump hotels to visit around the world.

Ascott inks six new serviced apartment properties in China

The Ascott races ahead by securing contracts to manage six properties with more than 1,200 apartment units in China, on the back of record growth last year. The new properties entrench Ascott’s presence in Changsha, Shenzhen, Tianjin and Wuhan, while extending its footprint to two more cities – Handan and Xuzhou.

Mövenpick signs for Quảng Bình, Vietnam, property

The international Swiss hospitality company Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of a new Mövenpick property in the coastal province of Quảng Bình in Vietnam. The fifth Mövenpick hotel in the country, the signing comes on the heels of several other agreements across Asia as the company continues to seek opportunities for growth in the region.