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Press Release Technology

July 26, 2016

Marriott International Launches M Live Europe, the Company’s Fourth Global Marketing Real-Time Command Centre

Marriott International continues to lead the way in digital and social marketing innovation with the launch of the company's fourth M Live Studio. Located at Marriott's European Headquarters in London, the newest studio will serve as the epicentre for creating real-time content and generating social engagement with travellers in Europe. M Live will engage in conversations in multiple languages including French, Spanish, German, Italian and English. M Live first launched at Marriott International's headquarters in Bethesda, MD in 2015 and has since expanded to the Asia Pacific region, Caribbean and Latin America region, and now Europe. M Live empowers Marriott to interact with guests in a more personalised way and participate in one-to-one conversations on social platforms where travellers are already actively engaged. It tracks conversations, trends, global performance, marketing campaigns and brand reputation across social platforms in real-time, identifying opportunities for Marriott to engage consumers with its 19 brands and nearly 4,500 properties worldwide.

London, United Kingdom

July 26, 2016

Andy Bellamy has been appointed as Area General Manager at Mercure Hotels UK

Andy Bellamy has been appointed as area general manager for Mercure, joining the AccorHotels brand after previously having worked for Amaris Hospitality, managing hotels under Jurys Inn and Hilton Garden Inn brands. Earlier in his career, Bellamy worked for Louvre Hotels and Golden Tulip.

London, United Kingdom

Press Release Development

July 25, 2016

Sheraton Grand Debuts in London with Designation of Revamped Sheraton Park Lane Hotel

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, part of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT), announced today the designation of the Sheraton Grand London Park Lane, welcoming it to the brand's premier tier of hotels recognised for their enticing destinations, distinguished designs and excellence in service and guest experiences. Joining 32 other Sheraton Grand properties worldwide, the Sheraton Grand London Park Lane will start a new chapter in the hotel's 90-year history this October, following a multi-million pound top-to-bottom renovation. Sheraton Grand is one of many initiatives currently underway for Sheraton 2020, a comprehensive plan designed to solidify Sheraton as the leading global hotel brand of choice, everywhere.

London, United Kingdom

Press Release Technology

July 22, 2016

The impact of leaving the EU on the UK hospitality industry and the profession’s influence on the rest of Europe to be scrutinised at HOSPACE2016

In a post-Brexit Britain, the impact of leaving the EU on the UK hospitality industry and the profession's influence on the rest of Europe will be perhaps the most pressing subject under scrutiny at HOSPACE2016 – to be held on 10 November at the Sofitel London Heathrow, Terminal 5.

London, United Kingdom

Press Release Human Resources

July 22, 2016

Honour for crisis management tourism expert

Dr Bert 'Bow-Thai' van Walbeek was honoured by the University of West London (UWL)'s London College of Hospitality and Tourism on Thursday 21 July. The University's annual graduation ceremony took place at Wembley Stadium and the honorary degree recipients were joined by more than 1,700 graduates.

University of West London

London, United Kingdom

July 20, 2016

Franziska Lein has been appointed as Senior Sales Manager – Leisure & MICE at Hotel Cafe Royal

This month Hotel Café Royal is pleased to announce new appointments to its executive team – Laura Cammarano, Director of Sales; Franziska Lein, Senior Sales Manager – Leisure & MICE; Sasha Taylor, Director of Groups & Events and Andreas Bergfeld, Account Director – Corporate Markets for The Set hotels. July also sees a new position for Rohit Gupta, former Sales Director at Hotel Café Royal, who was appointed Regional Director of Sales, Middle East for The Set hotels.

The Set Collection

London, United Kingdom

July 20, 2016

Sasha Taylor has been appointed as Director of Groups & Events at Hotel Cafe Royal

This month Hotel Café Royal is pleased to announce new appointments to its executive team – Laura Cammarano, Director of Sales; Franziska Lein, Senior Sales Manager – Leisure & MICE; Sasha Taylor, Director of Groups & Events and Andreas Bergfeld, Account Director – Corporate Markets for The Set hotels. July also sees a new position for Rohit Gupta, former Sales Director at Hotel Café Royal, who was appointed Regional Director of Sales, Middle East for The Set hotels.

The Set Collection

London, United Kingdom

The next-gen metrics that move hotel P&L

Hotel tech has changed what's possible – and measurable. RevPAR and ADR aren't enough; discover the metrics that really matter.

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July 20, 2016

Laura Cammarano has been appointed as Director of Sales at Hotel Cafe Royal

This month Hotel Café Royal is pleased to announce new appointments to its executive team – Laura Cammarano, Director of Sales; Franziska Lein, Senior Sales Manager – Leisure & MICE; Sasha Taylor, Director of Groups & Events and Andreas Bergfeld, Account Director – Corporate Markets for The Set hotels. July also sees a new position for Rohit Gupta, former Sales Director at Hotel Café Royal, who was appointed Regional Director of Sales, Middle East for The Set hotels.

The Set Collection

London, United Kingdom

Press Release Operations & Strategy

July 15, 2016

Top UK Hotel Chain Appoints Straight-Talking Kids As Junior Hotel Inspectors

Following a nationwide search, seven children aged between five and nine years old have taken on the role of Junior Hotel Inspector at the UK's top-rated travel brand*, Premier Inn. Known for their endless question-asking and refreshingly honest opinions, the lucky youngsters were selected from almost two thousand applicants to take on the role, offering their opinions to help improve Premier Inn's family offering.

London, United Kingdom

Supplier News Sales & Marketing

July 12, 2016

winwinbooking partners with eRevMax to provide hoteliers with seamless connectivity

winwinbooking is pleased to announce its partnership with the leading hotel technology provider eRevMax, thereby offering seamless 2-way connection between the RateTiger channel manager and its social booking site winwinbooking, available for travellers to book through the mobile app.

London, United Kingdom

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July 11, 2016

Paul Brackley has been appointed as General Manager at Shangri-La at the Shard

Paul Brackley is to replace Darren Gearing as general manager of the 202-bedroom Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, in London.

London, United Kingdom

Supplier News Technology

July 7, 2016

Xn protel Systems cements its 5 star London PMS pedigree at the Exhibitionist Hotel

The Exhibitionist is a luxury boutique hotel in South Kensington, London, containing 33 rooms, 4 suites and 8 gallery spaces in a pair of beautifully restored 18th-century townhouses. Described as "a monochrome canvas for cool artists and trendy designers to splash with extraordinary works", guests are invited to curate their own experience, from the scent in their room to a choice of private pools and secret balconies.

London, United Kingdom

July 6, 2016

Grand Opening of citizenM’s new Flagship Hotel in London

This July sees the grand opening of the new citizenM hotel in the heart of one of London's most historical sites. Right opposite the world famous Tower of London, this new 370-room hotel will officially open its doors on July 11. In order to fully appreciate the ancient splendour of this UNESCO World Heritage site, and home to the Queen's Crown Jewels, citizenM has crowned its new 8-storey property with a jewel itself; a dramatic double height space with floor to ceiling windows and a wrap around terrace that offers a stunning 360 view on London and its famed skyline.

London, United Kingdom

Press Release Markets & Performance

July 4, 2016

HotStats UK Chain Hotels Market Review – May 2016

The 2.6 % year-on-year increase in profit per room this month contributed to a 3.4% year-to-date uplift and the ongoing positive story of bottom line growth at hotels in the South West, according to the latest data from HotStats. The South West has been one of the strongest performing regions in recent years, with profit per room increasing by 36.9% in the last 36 months, to £31.24 in the 12 months to May 2016 from £22.82 in the 12 months to June 2013.

London, United Kingdom

Press Release Sales & Marketing

July 4, 2016

glh Hotels Launches Choose Your Own Room Booking Site, Letting Guests Select Their Exact Room

London hotel group glh Hotels, today announces the launch of Choose Your Own Room - the world's first online booking site that lets guests choose the exact room they want to stay in, before making a reservation.

London, United Kingdom

Press Release Sales & Marketing

June 29, 2016

HOSPA Calendar of forthcoming July 2016 Events open to members and non-members alike

Wednesday, 6 July 2016: Content Marketing Seminar: Learn from the experts (organised by the Hotel Marketing Association (HMA), now part of HOSPA)

London, United Kingdom

June 28, 2016

Philip Ward has been appointed as CEO EMEA at JLL's Hotels & Hospitality Group

Commercial real estate services firm JLL chose Philip Ward to serve as the company's new CEO of its Hotels & Hospitality Group in the EMEA region.

London, United Kingdom

External Article Design & Architecture

June 23, 2016

The sculpture that is also London's strangest hotel suite | telegraph.co.uk

In their efforts to lure the world’s wealthiest travellers, London’s longstanding hoteliers have long contrived to create standout signature suites – many of which cost significantly more than £10,000 a night – but it is two restaurateurs who have managed to create a dwelling that stands completely apart from the conventionally luxurious options provided by the capital’s grande dames – and it’s available at a significantly cheaper rate.

telegraph.co.uk

London, United States

June 20, 2016

Anne Legrand has been appointed as General Manager at St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London

Anne Legrand has been named general manager of the five-star, 245-bedroom St Pancras Renaissance hotel, taking over from Gareth Banner.

London, United Kingdom

Press Release Development

June 17, 2016

Hard Rock International and glh Hotels Announce Hard Rock Hotel London

With 23 Hotels & 11 Casinos globally, Hard Rock International, in collaboration with glh Hotels, unveils plans for Hard Rock Hotel London. A conversion of the existing Cumberland Hotel, once frequent host to guitar legend Jimi Hendrix, the upcoming Hard Rock Hotel London will be ideally situated in one of the city's most sought after locations – directly at Marble Arch on Hyde Park and at the crossroads of the iconic Oxford Street and Park Lane. Offering panoramic views over Hyde Park, the 900-room Hard Rock Hotel London is scheduled for completion in summer 2018.

London, United Kingdom