Category: Recent News

Whitbread PLC, the UK’s largest hotel business and owner of Premier Inn, has begun construction of its latest hotel development in Manchester at Rochdale Road to the north of the city centre.

Whitbread PLC, the UK’s largest hotel business and owner of Premier Inn, has welcomed guests to its first hotel opening in the heart of Cambridge City Centre at the Lion Yard Shopping Centre.

The Global Destination Sustainability Index (GDS-Index)* has unveiled its 2024 rankings, highlighting the Top 40 sustainable destinations from around the globe. These exceptional locations demonstrate a strong commitment to sustainable tourism by effectively balancing tourism growth with environmental stewardship and community well-being.

What makes compiling a list like Fodor’s Finest Hotels such a daunting task is the outrageous number of hotels worldwide. The United Nations World Travel Organization has estimated that there are roughly 700,000 hotels in the world–from hostels to uber-luxury. Other estimates suggest the number is closer to 1 million properties–and some believe there are even more. And while there seems to be no definitive answer, one thing is certain: that’s a lot of options.

At Accor, we remain steadfast in our commitment to nurturing healthier and more responsible food habits across our 10,000+ bars and restaurants. Food & Beverage operations account for 17% of our carbon footprint, 40% of our water usage, and 80% of our biodiversity impact. To address these challenges, we focus on three priorities: responsible sourcing, reducing food waste, and transforming culinary offerings.

As the old saying goes: “Don’t take life too seriously… you’ll never get out alive.” If Hotel West & Main had a mantra, this surely would be it! Energized by the spirit of a simpler time, this boutique property exudes a sophisticated yet eclectic style, mixed in with some wit and humor to remind guests of that very mantra. LET BYGONES BE BYGONES Hotel West & Main revives the concept of a social club of a bygone era to present day and invites people from all walks of life to come together. Evoking the easy-going vibe of a simpler time, Hotel West & Main marries a modern balance of Conshohocken’s industrial past and the influence of the Main Line’s established opulence. We turned history on its head by breaking down the barriers between communities and becoming a destination for everyone – the bold, brash, proper, and polite. With an interior that boasts a paradox of style — a polished patina with an authentic and approachable edge that’s effortlessly cool. The juxtaposing personaliti…

This holiday season, Hilton and Universal Pictures invite travelers, fans and movie lovers alike to experience the magic of Oz with a spectacular, spellbinding suite at New York Hilton Midtown, where they can ’Stay Like’ Wicked in celebration of the upcoming film’s release. With Universal Pictures’ new cinematic event arriving in theaters on Nov. 22, 2024, guests can enter the world of Wicked with a stay crafted to bring the magic of the film to life.

A new wave of innovation in the travel industry is on the horizon, driven by advancements in generative AI. Research from Accenture reveals that nearly all travelers (97%) are looking for a comprehensive, all-in-one platform—a “super app”—that can streamline their travel experience. This demand stems from a growing frustration with current trip-planning tools, where users are often required to make separate bookings for flights, accommodations, and activities, creating a fragmented process. More than half of travelers express openness to adopting AI-driven solutions, particularly conversational tools, to ease these pain points.

Google Flights and Google Hotels have dominated travel-related Google search terms in recent years, which has been seen as a threat by many travel operators.

In the ’90s, when I first started in hospitality, Property Management Systems were basically just glorified spreadsheets. They did the bare minimum: room assignments, housekeeping orders, and guest billing. That was about as high-tech as it got. Fast forward to today, and these systems have evolved into something much bigger: they’re the central nervous system of the hotel, where all your technology should connect seamlessly. Well, at least on paper. Because, believe it or not (especially in southern Europe), some systems out there still can’t even connect to booking engines properly, forcing staff to manually enter reservations. That’s not just outdated—it’s expensive, error-prone, and inefficient.