London’s Intimate, Art Deco Gem, The Wellesley, joins The Luxury Collection
The Luxury Collection, now part of Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR), today announced that Knightsbridge hotel The Wellesley will join its portfolio.
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STR: Preliminary November 2016 data for London
STR's preliminary November 2016 data for London, England, indicates strong demand growth and sharp performance increases.Based on daily data from November, London reported the following in year-over-year comparisons:
Ryan Nicholls has been appointed as General Manager at Renaissance London Heathrow
The Renaissance London Heathrow, owned and operated by the Arora Group, today announced the appointment of Ryan Nicholls as General Manager of the luxury 4-star hotel. Ryan joins the hotel from his previous role as Projects and Hotel Manager at Sofitel London Heathrow T5, also part of the Arora Group’s collection of luxury hotels. Having joined the Group in 2010, Ryan was instrumental in the pre-opening phase of the Group’s landmark hotel, InterContinental London – The O2, as pre-opening Project and Hotel Manager.
One Of Europe’s Biggest Holiday Inn® Hotels Opens In London’s Kensington
InterContinental Hotels Group® (IHG®), one of the world's leading hotel companies, is proud to announce the opening of Holiday Inn® London - Kensington, one of the largest Holiday Inn® hotels in Europe. Featuring 708 bedrooms, the hotel is ideally located on the doorstep of the city's most popular landmarks with cultural attractions including Kensington Palace, Royal Albert Hall and South Kensington's host of museums all nearby. Holiday Inn® London - Kensington is also positioned in one of the capital's prime shopping hotspots, with Harrods, Harvey Nichols and Selfridges within easy reach for people on the hunt for gifts in the lead-up to Christmas. Visitors from abroad can also access Heathrow airport via Paddington Railway Station, which is less than 15 minutes away.
Marco Novella has been appointed as Managing Director at Brown’s Hotel
Rocco Forte Hotels has announced the appointment of Marco Novella as Managing Director of Brown’s Hotel. Whilst being primarily based at Brown’s Hotel, Mr Novella will also oversee two other hotels within the group, The Balmoral, Edinburgh and Hotel Amigo in Brussels.
Corinthia Hotel London to Launch a World First With Neuroscience in Residence
Corinthia Hotel London is staging a year-long Neuroscience in Residence, a first for any hotel, to study the human brain. Running between November 2016 and December 2017, the five-star luxury hotel in central London's Whitehall Place has teamed up with renowned neuroscientist Dr Tara Swart. She will research the mental resilience of a selection of hotel staff and loyal business guests of the hotel. An analysis of how they cope with stress will generate a special Brain Power Study at the end of the residency.
Francesco Sardelli has been appointed as General Manager at The Kensington
The Doyle Collection has announced that Francesco Sardelli has been appointed as General Manager of The Kensington. From Southern Italy to South Kensington, Francesco Sardelli is no stranger to spectacular settings. Born and raised in Puglia, a young Francesco moved to London in 1989, hoping to improve his English.
Markus Savage has been appointed as Restaurant Manager at Brown’s Hotel
Stuart Johnson, General Manager of Brown’s Hotel and Mark Hix, Director of Food are pleased to announce the appointment of Markus Savage as Restaurant Manager at Brown’s Hotel. Having previously worked closely alongside Mark Hix during their time with Caprice Holdings Ltd, Markus is a welcome and timely addition to the team at HIX Mayfair and brings with him a wealth of experience garnered at some of London’s most iconic restaurants.
Jason Wischhoff has been appointed as VP Development, Europe & Africa at Dream Hotel Group
Hotel brand and management company Dream Hotel Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Wischhoff as Vice President of Development for Europe and Africa. With nearly two decades of experience in executing hotel development, Wischhoff will be responsible for driving the company’s four lifestyle hotel brands to major cities across Europe and Africa. Wischhoff joins Dream Hotel Group from Accorhotels, where he served as VP of Development, UK & Ireland for four years, and Wyndham Hotel Group, where he spent five years as a Senior Development Manager for the UK, Spain and Portugal markets.
Lisa Balsom has been appointed as Director of Marketing – Europe & Middle East at The Residence by Cenizaro portfolio
he Residence by Cenizaro has announced the appointment of Lisa Balsom as Director of Marketing – Europe & Middle East.
STR: Preliminary October 2016 data for London
STR's preliminary October 2016 data for London, England, indicates performance declines.Based on daily data from October, London reported the following in year-over-year comparisons:
2016 Hospitality Finance, Revenue Management and IT Professionals of the Year’ named and honoured by HOSPA
The winners of the prestigious annual 'Hospitality Finance, Revenue Management and IT Professionals of the Year Awards 2016', were announced and presented on Thursday night (10 November) by HOSPA – the UK's leading educational organization for those involved in hospitality finance, revenue management and IT – at the Association's HOSPACE2016 Conference & Exhibition Gala Awards Dinner, held at the Sofitel London Heathrow, Terminal 5.
Recipients of HOSPA’s ‘2016 Hospitality Career Investment Development Scholarships’, sponsored by BT, announced and recognised at HOSPACE2016
The winners of its 2016 'Hospitality Career Investment Development Scholarships', sponsored by BT, were announced on Thursday (10 November) by HOSPA – the UK's leading educational organisation for hospitality professionals involved in Financial Management, Revenue Management and IT – at its Annual HOSPACE2016 Conference and Exhibition, held at the Sofitel London Heathrow, Terminal 5.
Second Hyatt Place Hotel Set To Open In The United Kingdom
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a franchise agreement with M&L Hospitality for a Hyatt Place hotel in London, to be managed by Cycas Hospitality. Hyatt Place London Heathrow Airport will mark the second Hyatt Place hotel and the fifth Hyatt-branded hotel in the United Kingdom.
Clara Lloyd-Beavis has been appointed as Head of MICE Sales at InterContinental London – The O2
The InterContinental London – The O2, managed and operated by the Arora Group, has enhanced its senior MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events) team with two new appointments. Elisa Rego da Silva joins the leadership team as Director of MICE with a remit which covers the management of the events division from a proactive sales, conversion and planning perspective and Clara Lloyd-Beavis takes on the role of Head of MICE Sales, focusing on pro-active sales.Clara joins from Chelsea Harbour Hotel where most recently she held the position of Director of MICE Sales having joined as MICE and Entertainment Sales Manager in November 2015. Clara started her career with QMH Hotels before joining the graduate management programme and progressing through the ranks with De Vere Venues.
Elisa Rego da Silva has been appointed as Director of MICE at The InterContinental London – The O2
The InterContinental London – The O2, managed and operated by the Arora Group, has enhanced its senior MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events) team with two new appointments. Elisa Rego da Silva joins the leadership team as Director of MICE with a remit which covers the management of the events division from a proactive sales, conversion and planning perspective. Elisa was most recently Associate Director of Sales at Andaz Liverpool Street, part of Hyatt Hotels & Resorts, having joined the hotel in 2009 as Events Manager. Elisa began her career with an 18 month hospitality internship with Holiday Inn Express, part of IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group).
Philip M. Barnes has been appointed as Managing Director at The Savoy
Philip Barnes has been appointed regional vice-president and managing director of the Savoy hotel, replacing Kiaran Macdonald following his departure last month.
Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square Opening in January 2017
Nearly a century in the making, Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square is now accepting reservations as it puts the finishing touches on an exquisite restoration in anticipation of its opening on 26 January 2017.
eRevMax to unveil a new innovative platform for hoteliers
eRevMax, the hotel technology expert, will be unveiling Demand Central - a revolutionary business analytics solution available exclusively on LIVE OS. For any hotelier wishing to know the demand to their city, this is the platform they should look at.
Katherine Gordon has been appointed as Regional Director of Sales and Marketing at COMO Hotels and Resorts
COMO Hotels and Resorts are pleased to announce the appointment of their new Regional Director of Sales and Marketing for COMO Metropolitan London, COMO Metropolitan London Apartments and COMO The Halkin.Katherine Gordon, who will be based at COMO Metropolitan London on Park Lane will be responsible for leading the Sales and Marketing, Revenue and Events Teams using her extensive experience to enhance the profile of the London properties.