Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, a global leader in luxury hospitality, and Emin Capital, a private equity investment company focused on hospitality and real estate, announce plans for Four Seasons to manage the former Hotel Formentor in Mallorca, Spain.
Hotel Internet Services (HIS), a full-service provider of internet services and solutions, has announced the implementation of a high-speed Guest Wi-Fi service at Hotel Mariposa. A newly constructed luxury boutique property situated near some of the most popular attractions in Los Angeles, Hotel Mariposa's adoption of industry-leading Wi-Fi technology by HIS notably ensures that it gains a competitive edge in addressing the top guest priority of instant access to a fast and hassle-free online experience.
As the island's most stylish and chilled-out escape, there is no better place to spend the first post-lockdown vacation than Amàre Hotel Ibiza, which will open on the 30th of April for its first full season. This grown-up paradise is beautifully located in front of the Bou Cove and houses the Belvue Rooftop Bar and infinity swimming pool, from which guests can enjoy uninterrupted views of the famous Ibizan sunset.
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona will reopen its doors to guests on 12 March 2021, following a temporary closure due to coronavirus-related restrictions.
INNSiDE by Meliá Madrid Gran Via, the result of the total renovation of the old TRYP Cibeles Hotel, boasts an ideal location in Malasaña, one of the liveliest districts in the capital, with an abundance of local art and culture that connects with the essence of the brand
Barcelona-based charity LligamDona is launching a pioneering project to provide a comprehensive support program to vulnerable women and their children in the local community.
Ewa Gabra is a hospitality and tourism insider by day and the content writer and copywriter by night.The last 10 years she have spent working in hostels of different types and shades. From the party-backpacking-kind of style until the fancy-poshtel likes. The Polish native with a degree in international relations, also started her own blog with a feisty name: Don't Mess With The Receptionist. The place where you can find answer to this question: why it's worth to stay in hostels?
Ona is a tourism and hotel management student at the School of Tourism and Hospitality Management Sant Ignasi (Universitat Ramon Llull), with a passion for culture, travel, and data science. She recently joined the team of The Hotels Network. Onastrongly believes in an inclusive, diverse, and feminist world as a way of life, which drove her to join the Team of WHTT Chapter Barcelona. Her appointment to WHTT, is further the organisation's mission to increase the success and engagement in the workplace for women and other underrepresented groups, and to enable companies to attract, develop and retain potential diverse talent, nurtured by a powerful community. WHTT believes that by inspiring communities to enter the industry and organizations to leverage and retain in the sector, will create more diverse and inclusive leadership. Onais joining the existing team lead by Luz Alvarado, Idoia Herrero and Maribel Esparcia.
Infor today announced that the five-star hotel El Palace Barcelona has chosen Infor Hospitality Management System (HMS) and Infor Sales and Catering System (SCS) to help provide a premium customer experience. Implemented by Infor in collaboration with Infor partner Sulcus, the software will help create an integrated, standardised platform for this landmark property.
Belmond also appoints Thomas Moons as the General Manager of La Residencia. Having previously served as General Manager of Miraflores Park, A Belmond Hotel, Lima since 2018, Moons began his new role in Mallorca in January 2021. With over 15 years of international hospitality experience, Moons worked at renowned hotels in Belgium, The Netherlands and Dubai. In 2012, Moons joined Belmond as Rooms Division Manager at Governor's Residence, a jewel of Yangon situated in the Embassy District, before moving to take up his role as Resident Manager at La Residence d'Angkor, Cambodia in 2014. Moons then progressed to General Manager at La Residence Phou Vao, Laos in 2015, followed by Hotel Manager at Miraflores Park, Peru in 2016, where he progressed to become General Manager in 2018. At Miraflores Park, he demonstrated his ability to elevate his team's commitment, service and culture. A testament to his leadership, the hotel received recognition as South America's Most Romantic Resort, Peru's Leading Hotel Suite and Peru's Leading Business Hotel, in 2020 by World Travel Awards.
Atzaró Hotel in Ibiza have launched some unique new e-bike/hike getaways for Spring/early Summer 2021. Perfect for solo travel (or with a partner or a friend).Fly out to Ibiza for one, two or three nights, and immerse yourself in Ibiza's natural abundant wild beauty. Stay at one of Ibiza's most beautiful spacious hotels situated on a fragrant orange grove. Book guided walks and e-bike rides to some of the hidden gems the island has to offer. Discover 'The Lost City' built by the moors in 1235 where you can still see the great wall of Ibiza, built to protect the city. Or visit 'Ibiza Henge' a fabulous walk that takes in a stunning stretch of sparkling Mediterranean coastline where you can view the famous sculpture 'Time and Space' stopping along the way for a swim and to admire the views. Prices start from 320 Euros (inc tax) for a one night stay in a superior double room at Atzaro Hotel (Rhianna is a fan) which includes breakfast and use of the hotel's spa facilities (plus yoga classes) with guided walking. Prices are excluding flights and transfers.
Room Mate Hotels, the design hotel chain founded and chaired by Kike Sarasola, will open its first hotel in Ibiza in May: Room Mate Ángel. Located in the port of Ibiza, the new hotel will have 228 rooms, arooftop terrace with stunning views of the old town, swimming pool, spa, piano-bar, restaurant-club and event room.
The Madrid EDITION will showcase 200 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites, some with terraces and five unique food and beverage outlets including a signature restaurant, cocktail bar, Sky Bar and rooftop terrace, together with an outdoor pool, state-of-the-art fitness center and spa. Flexible studios with over 350sqm of dedicated space will host creative meetings and events for large or small groups. Set in a tranquil square surrounded by historic buildings, The Madrid EDITION is near Puerta de Sol in the heart of the Spanish capital, one of the city's most famous sites, and within walking distance to The Golden Triangle of Art - three of most important art museums in Madrid. Slated to open in late 2021, the hotel will manifest the people and the culture of the city and will become synonymous as a stunning microcosm of one-of-a-kind food, beverage and entertainment offerings, innovative design, and luxury service. The Madrid EDITION will be the second EDITION Hotel in Spain, following the successful opening of The Barcelona EDITION in 2018.
Backed by the experience of the world's leader in hospitality management education, Sommet Education, and the recently launched Innovation Hub of Les Roches Crans-Montana (Switzerland), "SPARK" is set to become one of the most important industry initiatives from school in the last decade.
IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world's leading hotel companies, has completed a landmark deal to sign their first luxury hotel in Mallorca, under the Kimpton® Hotels & Restaurants brand.
Panoram Hotel Management and Hilton's Hampton by Hilton, the global upper-midscale brand known for its commitment to providing unmatched guest service, today announced the opening of their newest property, Hampton by Hilton Alcobendas Madrid. The hotel is Spain's first property under the Hampton by Hilton brand, which is known for its modern and spacious guest rooms and high-quality, value-added amenities, and represents a new link between guests and Northern Madrid's prominent business district.
The next edition of the International Tourism Fair, FITUR 2021, will be held from the 19 to 23 May next year as decided by IFEMA and the FITUR Organising Committee. This decision arrives following a meditated decision that, exceptionally, makes the event essential to the recovery of the tourism industry, at a time that will still preserve its high international impact as well as promote the professional reunion of companies, countries and destinations. It will also provide a much-needed boost to the worldwide tourism activity.
The RIU chain has reopened hotel Riu Buenavista following a complete renewal of its facilities and services. It is located in Adeje, in the south of Tenerife, and this project of a 4-star hotel with 542 rooms demonstrates RIU's firm commitment to maintaining its investment in the Canary Islands and raising the quality of what it has to offer in the destination. Furthermore, with Riu Buenavista, RIU has completed its portfolio of fully refurbished hotels in Adeje, together with the exclusive Riu Palace Tenerife, and the adults-only Riu Arecas.
Following the most ambitious and extensive renovation to take place in its 110-year history, Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid has confirmed that it will open next Spring, and is currently accepting reservations from 15 March 2021.
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced the appointment of Mr. Greg Liddell as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid and Area Vice President, Operations, overseeing operations at Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona and Mandarin Oriental, Canouan.