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From Rome to Venice in 50 years
Venice will host the 50th annual general meeting of the European Hotel Managers Association (EHMA). The event will take place at the legendary Hotel Excelsior Venice Lido Resort from 12 to 14 April, celebrating EHMA’s golden jubilee.
Travelodge acquires 6 hotels in Spain from Louvre Hotels Group
Travelodge, the UK’s first budget hotel brand which operates approximately 600 hotels, today announces that it is acquiring six hotels, totalling 773 rooms, in Spain from Louvre Hotels Group.
Hyatt EAME Announces Robust Pipeline: More Than 50 Per Cent of Regional Growth Leans Into Leisure
Growth in brand footprint across leisure destinations in the region as portfolio expands with Zoëtry brand entry into Greece.
The Belfry Hotel & Resort begins its multi-million-pound expansion
A major expansion and renovation project, in excess of £80 million, has begun at the multi-award-winning Belfry Hotel & Resort in the West Midlands. The impressive project, due for completion Autumn 2025, will see a flagship 852sqm event space, The Masters Suite, built and designed to host 648 guests for banqueting with a max capacity of 920, making it perfect for conferences and product launches, mini expos and weddings.
Zel is set to open its second hotel in Spain on the Costa Brava this summer
The brand created by Meliá Hotels International and Rafa Nadal will bring its innovative “Mediterranean House” concept to the crystal-clear waters of Tossa de Mar
Gran Meliá Opens its first hotel in Barcelona: Torre Melina
After a complete renovation and surrounded by 25,000 square metres of gardens, the hotel chain kicks off 2024 by restoring the splendour of one of Barcelona’s most iconic hotels. Designed by architect Carlos Ferrater and inaugurated during the 1992 Olympic Games, Gran Meliá has transformed the former Rey Juan Carlos I hotel into an urban oasis open to the city.
Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown Introduces Fashion First with Moda Operandi
Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown is announcing its partnership with the luxury online shopping platform Moda Operandi. Bringing an entirely new offering to the property’s expansive list of curated itineraries, the Fashion First collaboration provides guests with a personalized styling and shopping experience, seamlessly honouring downtown Manhattan’s character, artistic expression and cosmopolitan allure.
ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions makes Vingcard the main brand for Hospitality business area
ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions is announcing that its Hospitality business area will make Vingcard its main brand. Vingcard has a history of offering enhanced security across industries for almost 50 years, and it reinforces its commitment to quality service and customer satisfaction.
Radisson Hotel Group introduces dynamic Radisson RED brand to Vientiane, the capital of Laos
Radisson RED Vientiane is anticipated to open its doors in Q4 2024, introducing this pioneering (upper)upscale brand’s bold spirit and world-class business and leisure facilities to Laos.
The Caledonian hotel celebrates 120th anniversary with the announcement of multi-million-pound transformation and rebrand
Landmark Edinburgh hotel, The Caledonian, is set to receive a multi-million-pound transformation. Private real estate investment fund manager Henderson Park, together with its in-house hospitality operator and asset manager, Klarent Hospitality, have today announced plans to invest over £35 million in transforming the iconic Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian, marking a new chapter in its 120-year history.