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June 4, 2014

eRevMax redefines rate shopping with RateTiger Managed Report Service

eRevMax, the leading hospitality technology & solutions provider of channel management and connectivity solutions, RateTiger and Connect, has launched its new Managed Reports Service – offering high quality market intelligence data for informed pricing decisions. Managed Reports seamlessly integrates rate data from over 42000 hotel sites and around 100 travel sites into a ready-to-use report format empowering hotel's pricing decisions with key market insights for translating into positive business outcomes.

London, United Kingdom

June 3, 2014

Anthony Davies has been appointed as Food & Beverage Director at De Vere Hotels & Village Urban Resorts

As part of the De Vere Hotels and Village Urban Resorts’ mission to improve the customer’s dining and drinking experience; Anthony Davies has been appointed Food & Beverage Director. Anthony joins De Vere with over 20 years experience in the food & beverage industry.

London, United Kingdom

Press Release Sales & Marketing

June 2, 2014

Le Méridien & Tate Launch Last Film in Special Partnership Exploring Humour in Art

'Unlock Art' is an exciting new series of short films offering an imaginative, witty, and enriching introduction to the world of art. Created by Tate in partnership with Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts, Unlock Art will feature eight short films that put art under the spotlight, with topics ranging from the history of the nude to humour, performance to pop art, presenting all the need-to-know facts. Bold in approach and rich in content, the film series was conceived to make visual art more accessible to a wider audience.

London, United Kingdom

External Article Development

June 2, 2014

Over £13bn invested in UK hotel industry in ten years | bighospitality.co.uk

More investments are still in the pipeline, with 9,300 more rooms planned for 2014 and 2015 in London and over 14,700 rooms elsewhere in the UK, according to the Institute of Hospitality’s Hospitality Digest 2014. The ten-year period to the end of 2013 was the largest expansion in the industry’s history, with 106,380 new rooms. However, with the closing of over 40,000 rooms, the net addition is in more around 66,000.

bighospitality.co.uk

London, United Kingdom

External Article Development

June 1, 2014

Check Into London's Newest Hotels | forbes.com

There are hotel towns and then there are hotel towns, and London is at the top of my list as the city that gets the hospitality thing just right. From crisp linens and piping hot breakfasts to the kindest, most capable staff, London hotels set the bar high. And while they’ve traditionally been a tad fusty (think leaky — but charming! — showers and plenty of overstuffed chintz chairs), they’ve also provided top-notch service and hefty doses of old world charm.

London, United Kingdom

May 29, 2014

James Wharton has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Grosvenor House, A JW Marriott Hotel

With 13 years of experience in Australia and Asia, James will lead the Sales and Marketing team at the 494 bedroom Grosvenor House on Park Lane and drive sales strategy across all market segments. James held the position of Director of Sales and Marketing at the Renaissance Bangkok prior to his arrival in London and has worked in a variety of markets including Shanghai with Marriott, Hilton Tokyo, Renaissance Seoul in South Korea and the Sydney Harbour Marriott.

London, United Kingdom

May 27, 2014

Jean Joseph has been promoted to VP Sales & Marketing, UK & Ireland at Kerzner International

Joseph, in her new role, will be responsible for all sales and field marketing activity in this key market for Kerzner, as well as the overall management of the UK Sales Office based in London.

London, United Kingdom

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May 27, 2014

Michelle Wharton has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Marriott County Hall

Michelle joins the Marriott County Hall as Director of Sales and Marketing, she begins her new job in a new country having recently moved from Thailand. Michelle has extensive experience in hospitality in locations across the world. She started her Marriott career as a Front Desk Associate in Surfers Paradise, Australia. She quickly drew the attention of managers with her drive, ambition and energy and has progressed up the Marriott Hotels ranks ever since.

London, United Kingdom

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May 26, 2014

Francesco Galletti has been appointed as Director of Food and Beverage at London Marriott Hotel County Hall

Originally from Tuscany, Italy, Franceso began his career in hospitality almost 22 years ago working in hotels in his hometown. In 2002 Francesco moved to Berlin and spent three years as Restaurant Manger for leading Italian hotel brand Jolly Hotels. Francesco moved to London in 2005 and gained various hospitality experiences in renowned hotels including The Langham Hotel where he worked as Food and Beverage Supervisor. He was also employed by Morton’s Exclusive Private Club where he worked as Assistant Restaurant Manager and held Restaurant Manager positions at Avista Fine Dining Restaurant in Mayfair and The Fifth Floor Restaurant at Harvey Nichols in Knightsbridge.

London, United Kingdom

May 26, 2014

Robert Prendergast has been named Executive Head Chef at The Waldorf Hilton

Robert was previously executive head chef at Grosvenor Guoman Hotel, Victoria, and brings with him more than 16 years’ culinary experience. Prendergast prides himself on delivering excellence and is passionate about creating inspirational menus and developing creative dining concepts.

London, United Kingdom

May 22, 2014

Ben Malpass has been named Head Concierge at Belgraves, A Thompson Hotel

A member of the prestigious Les Clefs d'Or, Ben brings more than 20 years’ industry experience to the Head Concierge position at Belgraves.

London, United Kingdom

Press Release Markets & Performance

May 22, 2014

UK Hotel Sector Hotel Bulletin: Q1 2014

The Hotel Bulletin has been refreshed for the first quarter of 2014. For the first time we have taken a closer look at quarterly transaction values, considered whether there are gaps in the hotel market by star-rating and highlighted indicators that may influence investment decisions. This edition's City focus is on Leeds, where traditionally corporate driven demand is being boosted by the city's growing leisure offering.

London, United Kingdom

Press Release Development

May 19, 2014

155% hike in London hotel investment market in Q1 2014

Q1 hotel investment figures released by JLL show a 155 per cent increase in the London hotel investment market in Q1 2014 compared to Q1 last year and a 33 per cent rise in Asian investment into the capital's hotel market compared to Q4 2013, with private equity firms making up over a quarter of the investment total.

London, United Kingdom

May 19, 2014

Juan Asin has been appointed as General Manager at ME London

Meliá Hotels International has announced the appointment of Juan Asín as the General Manager of ME London. Juan brings 20 years of experience in the hotel industry to the team, having held a number of senior posts, both with Meliá Hotels International and other major companies, such as Park Hyatt and Westin, in London and abroad. Before being appointed this role, Juan worked as the General Manager of Meliá Luxemburg for a number of years and before that, Hotel Manager of Meliá White House. Juan is known for his excellent leadership and motivational skills, always getting the very best from his team. He is results-driven and adapts quickly to any given situation, seeking out solutions, whilst being approachable and seeking support from his team. Juan is a graduate from Cornell University, is fluent in four languages and enjoys cycling and sports in his spare time.

London, United Kingdom

External Article Sales & Marketing

May 19, 2014

A Design Flaw Is Turning the London Shard Hotel Into a Voyeur's Dream | gizmodo.com

You'd think staying in the tallest skyscraper in London would afford you some privacy. But visitors at the newly-opened hotel inside of the Shard are being creeped out by the bizarre effects of a simple design flaw—which reflects the view inside of certain rooms directly onto the windows of nearby guests at night. According to The Guardian, a mistake in architect Renzo Piano's detailing means that visitors to the Shangri-La Hotel are getting a perfect view into other rooms. And this isn't your average Rear Window- type of situation you might find at hotels like the Standard in Manhattan, where guests knowingly show off inside of their glass-walled rooms. Because, in this case, visitors don't realize they're on display.

London, United Kingdom

Press Release Development

May 14, 2014

Nobu Hospitality Continues Global Expansion With Nobu Hotel Shoreditch, London Set To Open In 2016

In the past months, Nobu Hospitality has announced an aggressive expansion plan with new hotel properties in development in the most exciting global markets; ranging from Eden Roc Miami to City of Dreams Manila to Chicago and Riyadh amongst others. Today, Nobu Hospitality is excited to announce its first European hotel, the Nobu Hotel Shoreditch in London.

London, United Kingdom

Press Release Finance

May 13, 2014

Starwood Hotels Sells its Leasehold Interest in The Park Lane Hotel, London to Sir Richard Sutton’s Settled Estates

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced it has sold its leasehold interest in The Park Lane Hotel, London to Sir Richard Sutton’s Settled Estates (SRSSE). Starwood will continue to operate the hotel under a new long-term management contract under the Sheraton brand flag.

London, United Kingdom

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May 8, 2014

Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, London Opens

The doors to London's most anticipated hotel opened today with the unveiling of Shangri- La Hotels and Resorts' first property in the United Kingdom – Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, London.

London, United Kingdom

May 5, 2014

Nora Foreman has been appointed as Director of Business Development at Hilton London Metropole

Hilton London Metropole appoints Nora Foreman as director of business development, fresh from her position as regional director of revenue management at Jumeriah Group in Dubai. Foreman brings over 18 years experience to her new role, which will see her oversee the hotel’s growth and performance in the UK’s conference and events sector.

London, United Kingdom

April 25, 2014

Joseph Winders has been appointed as Head Concierge at InterContinental London Park Lane

In this pivotal role at the InterContinental brands flagship hotel, Mr Winders will lead the dedicated Concierge team to provide seamless service, unparalleled local knowledge and true insider experiences for guests. In addition, Mr Winders will work closely with a network of InterContinental Concierge throughout the world to ensure a unified travel experience between properties. Mr Winders brings extensive 5 star experience spanning the U.S, China and Europe, and a lifelong passion for hospitality. In addition to winning a host of awards, including Scottish Luxury Hotel Concierge of The Year for two consecutive years and UK Regional Concierge of The Year (Where Magazine), Mr Winders is also heavily involved in the Les Clefs dOr and formerly acted as Chair of the Scottish Regional Committee Society of the Golden Keys.

London, United Kingdom