All articles by Surendra Prasad Peravali
Surendra Prasad Peravali
Rebranding of Rezidor to Radisson: González in charge
A five-year operating plan seeks to establish the newly formed Radisson Hotel Group as one of the world’s top three hotel companies. The man charged with leading this transformation, Federico J González, sits down with Phin Foster to discuss his commitment to involving all stakeholders in the process, how he plans to get closer to the consumer and why this is much more than a pure numbers game.
Willms at the helm: Steigenberger Hotel Group’s Deutsche Hospitality
Appointed CEO of Deutsche Hospitality in January, Thomas Willms has wasted little time in making his mark, launching a new upscale brand that promises to help the German hotel operator gain a greater foothold in the franchise space, and open up an array of new opportunities at home and abroad. He speaks to Phin Foster about the value of honest branding, forging new partnerships and his vision for the next phase of Deutsche Hospitality’s evolution.
International Hotel Investment Forum: high hopes
From online travel giants to the heads of the ‘Big Four’ hotel brands, the industry’s leaders gathered in Berlin for the International Hotel Investment Forum in early March. Hotel Management International heard from owners, investors and CEOs about how the market is shaping up for the coming year.
Hilton’s ‘Connected Room’ mobile app: phone it in
In December 2017, Hilton unveiled its Connected Room concept, a first-of-its-kind, high-tech guest room that enables customers to personalise and control every aspect of their stay from one central point – their mobile device. As the hotel giant prepares to roll out the programme, Patrick Kingsland sits down with Josh Weiss, its vice-president of brands and guest technology, to discover how the guest experience could be transformed.
Keeping up to date with latest trends in the hotel industry
In the second instalment of his two-part series for Hotel Management International, EHMA president Hans Koch reveals why hoteliers must keep up to date with drivers and trends in the industry, while also learning how to disrupt the disrupters.
Terror’s impact on European hotels
Thomas Emanuel, director of business development at STR, looks at how hotel markets in Europe have reacted to terror attacks over the past three years. This article was originally published in STR’s ‘Global Hotel Study’, a comprehensive overview of the hospitality industry covering more than 100 markets worldwide.
Tapestry and Trademark: tapping independent hoteliers
Once the preserve of the luxury tier, new soft brands that sit squarely in the mid to upscale market are targeting an untapped pool of hoteliers who value their independence but want the reach and reassurance of a global chain. Elly Earls meets Hilton’s Mark Nogal, Wyndham’s Philippe Bijaoui and consultant Bjorn Hanson to find out whether one can ever really have the best of both worlds.
Triple-Michelin Azurmendi: cutting-edge restaurant
Striking out on your own is risky in any business, let alone fine dining, but the potential rewards are rich. Basque culinary pioneer Eneko Atxa shares the philosophy that has brought his Azurmendi restaurant near Bilbao worldwide acclaim and three Michelin stars.
Bruno Moinard’s hotel restorations: a balanced designer mix
Bruno Moinard is one of the most sought-after designers working today. After cutting his teeth under Andrée Putman and Jean-François Bodin, he became celebrated in his own right for his elegant hotel restorations, including Rome’s legendary Hotel Eden. Andrea Valentino talks to Moinard and his partner Claire Bétaille about striking a delicate balance between tradition and modernity, and what guests want from luxury hospitality.
Addressing the safety of solo female guests in hotels
While depressing, it’s an unavoidable fact that hotels can sometimes be uncomfortable environments for solo female guests. How should operators ensure they recognise women’s security concerns and discreetly create safer spaces for those travelling alone? Abi Millar talks to Maiden Voyage founder Carolyn Pearson and Dukes Hotel Group’s managing director Debrah Dhugga.