Plans have been unveiled to deliver a powerful new unified voice to support the dynamic UK hospitality sector as it seeks to deliver its full growth potential.The merger of the UK’s two major ho…
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Sandiford handed public relations brief for The Set Hotels
Eliot Sandiford has been appointed the role of regional director of public relations of The Set Hotels.Sandiford joined the company in September 2016 as director of public relations for Hotel Caf&eacu…
Wyndham Worldwide to acquire La Quinta for $1.95bn
Wyndham Worldwide will acquire La Quinta’s hotel franchise and hotel management businesses for $1.95 billion in cash.The acquisition is expected to close in the second quarter of 2018.Under the …
AirHelp launches automatic airline compensation checker
AirHelp has launched the world’s first tool for travellers to check their eligibility for compensation from flight disruptions up to three years in the past.The feature also allows users to visu…
Overhaul for Reunion Ultimate Island branding
The Reunion Island Tourism Board is giving its Ultimate Island branding a facelift.After more than a year of coexistence between the destination’s old visual identity and the pictograms used in …
International Airlines Group to continue pursuit of Niki
Following the opening of insolvency procedures for low-cost carrier Niki in Austria on Friday, International Airlines Group has confirmed it plans to continue with the acquisition of the assets of the…
Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection celebrates keel laying for first vessel
In accordance with maritime tradition, the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has celebrated the milestone keel laying of its inaugural yacht at the Hijos De J. Barreras Shipyard in Vigo, Spain.Representin…
Valmont Spa launches at Il Sereno, Italy
Originally built as the property’s darsena, or “boathouse,” the Spa at Il Sereno has been transformed by renowned designer Patricia Urquiola into a contemporary oasis while remaining…
Norwegian Cruise Line rings NYSE opening bell
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings CEO Frank Del Rio rang the bell that signals the opening of trading on the New York Stock Exchange.The ceremony on Jan. 11 celebrated five years for NCLH as a publicly t…
Hard Rock Hotels launches Rock Om in-room yoga service
Hard Rock Hotels is expanding its Sound Body wellness programme with the launch of Rock Om, an in-room yoga experience, energising the body and soul through the power of music.Working in collaboration…