Two Dutch travel technology companies,Tiqets and Bidroom, have been awarded for tourism industry innovationat the Uzakrota Travel Summit, Istanbul, 13 December. Bidroom, an online hotel booking community for frequent travellers, picked up the award for Top Foreign Travel Startup of the Year 2019.
The nomination of Lluís Serra, managing director of EUHT StPOL, as a President of EUHOFA International has taken place at the General Assembly, held in Kathmandu (Nepal). For the first time in over 60 years of this association's career, the presidency falls to the representative of a Hotel-School in the Spanish State. Lluís Serra, managing director of the University College of Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts of Sant Pol de Mar (EUHT StPOL), affiliated to Universitat de Girona, has become the 8th president of EUHOFA International, being the first time that this position is held by a representative of the Spanish State. The position was approved at the recent General Assembly that was held in Kathmandu (Nepal) on November 29th, at which he was unanimously elected. Founded in 1955, EUHOFA INTERNATIONAL is the first international association of universities and schools of hospitality management and tourism. It was created by the Alpine hotel schools with the aim of assessing the latest trends and development of the hotel sector and its impact on hotel training. In 1974 it became an advisory member of the Council of Europe. Currently, EUHOFA International has more than 200 universities and schools of hospitality management, tourism and culinary arts on five continents. The members of the association are the directors and deans of these institutions, leaders in their territory. EUHT StPOL has been a member of EUHOFA International since 1990, thus becoming the first school in Spain to do so. Together with EUHT StPOL, are also members of EUHOFA some of the most prestigious hotel schools in the world such as l'École Hôtelière de Lausanne (Switzerland), Hotelschool The Hague (Netherlands), Johnson & Wales University (United States) or École from Savignac (France), among others. In Spain, Les Roches Marbella and the Centro Superior de Hostelería of Galicia are associates.
The Vault Bar at Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam opens its doors for an extraordinary whisky premiere. This bar at Herengracht 548, housed in a former bank vault, has been unlocked to present the world's most exclusive single malt Scottish whiskies: the superior and extremely rare The Dalmore 40YO 42% ABV and Port Ellen 39 years Untold Stories. Due to its sought-after yet scarce nature, the collection is normally restricted to whisky collectors and investors only. Yet at the Vault Bar, these exceptional whiskies are now served by the glass. A unique opportunity for connoisseurs and enthusiasts to enjoy this sublime, aged single malt Scottish whisky in a fitting ambiance.
Sander Bierenbroodspot may call himself the new Executive Chef of Carstens Brasserie at Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam. With his extensive experience, gained in various renowned restaurants, he is a real asset to the team. For Bierenbroodspot, the unique concept of Carstens, which focuses on Dutch products, was decisive for his choice. As Executive Chef, Bierenbroodspot will work closely with Maik Kuijpers, who is involved as Concept Chef in the composition of the menu, team and operation of Carstens Amsterdam, which opened in February and has its own entrance on Hasselaerssteeg.
The doors of a completely new, modern and urban hotel on the Entrepothaven in Amsterdam East have been opened. With 246 rooms, a panoramic restaurant and a vibrant lobby and hotel lounge, the niu Fender is a serious flagship store for the fast-growing NOVUM Hospitality chain. The fresh and modern concept is based on the inspiring environment of the historic Cruquius Island that is developing strongly. The hotel offers all comfort and facilities for the modern traveler; from the city-hopping millennial to business travelers looking for an easily accessible, but calm neighborhood next to the city center. With a café-restaurant with 140 seats and a multifunctional hotel lobby, the niu Fender offers the ultimate meeting point facilities with its own parking garage.
Emil's passion and his notion of existence are to support others to develop and grow either their personal or business circumstances. He is energized by spending time with others on the phone or face-to-face and getting to know their needs and wants. He is thrilled when it comes to helping others. Emil will be supporting our sales team The Hague.
YOTEL, the innovative global hotel brand for smart, tech-savvy travellers, will open its doors in Amsterdam Noord on Monday 4 November. Complete with an all-day dining concept, a stunning deck and a one of a kind outdoor cinema, the 202-cabin hotel offers a slick experience enhanced by clever use of technology and sustainable design at a surprisingly affordable price.
Yesterday easyHotel Benelux fully opened the doors of its newest location, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. With no fewer than 153 rooms, this ninth establishment of easyHotel Benelux is the largest hotel of this fast-growing label to date. Part of the rooms have been available to guests since last July, but the hotel has been fully open since yesterday. At this top location, easyHotel Benelux with an opening rate of € 44 per room per night offers the possibility of a very affordable stay at Schiphol and is therefore the cheapest in the area. In addition to the favorable price and the offer of 153 rooms, this establishment has even more extras planned for its guests. Unlike the other hotels, this hotel does offer a small range of snacks and drinks and there is the possibility to relax in the lobby.
Tribute Portfolio, Marriott International's newest collection of independent, characterful hotels, today welcomed The Slaak Rotterdam, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel to its European roster following a captivating transformation of the iconic 'Het Slaakhuys' building which was originally designed by Dutch architect Jo Vegter in 1952. The architecturally significant landmark was home to the influential Dutch newspaper Het Vrije Volk (The Free People) until 1976. The building's rich history associated with print has inspired the design and concept for the 74-room boutique hotel.
The Irish Hospitality Management specialist sees Belgium and The Netherlands as a strategic hub for its expansion of short-stay and long-stay locations across continental Europe and expects considerable growth in the coming years with eight hotels in the pipeline.
PPHE Hotel Group ("PPHE" or the "Group"), an international hospitality real estate group, is delighted to announce the opening of the premium boutique hotel, Park Plaza Vondelpark, Amsterdam, following a £9 million repositioning programme. This follows the opening of Holmes Hotel London earlier this year and is part of the Group's £100 million multi-year investment programme.
The award-winning Pulitzer Amsterdam is pleased to announce the appointment of Yvonne van der Klaauw to the position of General Manager, effective October 1st.
NH Hotel Group has appointed Remco Gerritsen as General Manager of nhow Amsterdam RAI to set up the creative hotel brand in Amsterdam. nhow Amsterdam RAI is the second nhow hotel in the Netherlands and, with 650 rooms and 25 floors, the largest new-build hotel in the Benelux.Remco Gerritsen, born in the Netherlands, studied Hotel Management at Stenden University in Leeuwarden. After his studies he started at KLM as Party & Location Manager, where his career path quickly led to his first position in Operations in 1997. The hotel industry started to ogle and Gerritsen started working for Golden Tulip. Golden Tulip was acquired by NH Hotel Group in 2002, so Gerritsen is no stranger to the hotel chain. In 2007, Gerritsen left NH Hotel Group for an international career in Europe and Asia at PPHE Hotels, Azimut Hotels, IHG Hotels and Maritim Hotels. After his last position as Director of Operations at Maritim, he now starts as General Manager of nhow Amsterdam RAI at NH Hotel Group.The out-of-the-box work attitude and drive for innovation and continuous improvement have been key factors in the appointment of Remco Gerritsen. Gerritsen is looking forward to expanding the lifestyle hotel brand in the Netherlands. "Nobody can get around the building, thanks to the fantastic design by the architectural firm OMA. The interior is also a feast for the eyes. The "The Culture's Hub" theme lives throughout the hotel - from lobby to room, "says Gerritsen. "In addition to being a new hotspot for tourists, business travelers and local Amsterdam residents, the hotel also serves as a headquarter hotel for RAI Amsterdam conferences. My favorite place is the triangular terrace on the 17th floor. From one corner I enjoy the magnificent view of the city, from the other I see the traffic on the A10 passing the Zuidas. The third even offers a view of Zandvoort aan Zee in clear weather. " Herman Klok, Regional Director of Operations at NH Hotel Group is convinced that he has found a good match with Remco Gerritsen as General Manager for nhow Amsterdam RAI. "With Remco we have brought in a strong leader. In previous positions he has proven to be able to work well with different partners, a must in this role at a hotel with many different stakeholders. In addition, his hospitality experience in different countries and cultures will contribute to the hotel experience of the guest. "
citizenM's third hotel in Amsterdam - 17th property worldwide - moves into a sensational location in a stylish 1920s building as location remains everything…
Amsterdam is in the province of North Holland, in the heart of the Randstad, Europe's sixth-largest metropolitan area. The city of Amsterdam is the capital and the largest city in the Netherlands, with a population of just over 850,000 recorded in 2018. While Amsterdam is known globally for its historic canals, art museums (Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum), red-light district and 'coffee' shops, it is also a significant European financial centre. Approximately 2,000 foreign companies have established offices in the Amsterdam metropolitan area, and more than 200 of these companies have headquarters in the city. The Dutch capital is consistently ranked among the best cities in which to live and has become an increasingly popular gateway destination thanks to its excellent connectivity via Schiphol Airport, the port of Amsterdam and high-speed rail services such as Eurostar.
The reopening of the Savoy Hotel Rotterdam was celebrated on Thursday 4 July. Since 1961, the Savoy Hotel Rotterdam has welcomed guests from home and abroad. The Savoy Hotel has undergone a major renovation in recent months and has since been reopened. During the festive reopening, Robèr Willemsen, chairman of the Royal Horeca Netherlands (KHN), took the floor. In addition to complimenting words to Eden Hotels, he also took this moment to argue for more respect for entrepreneurs in the hospitality industry and in the hotel industry in particular and to express his concerns about the Labor Market Balance Act (WAB) and the increase in the tourist tax.
Three months after the opening of Leonardo Royal Hotel Amsterdam, Fattal Hotel Group announces another important milestone. From August 1, Ramada Apollo Amsterdam will change its name to Leonardo Hotel Amsterdam Rembrandtpark and continue under the European brand of the Fattal Hotel Group. Leonardo Hotels has no fewer than three hotels in Amsterdam. With the name change, Fattal Hotel Group increases the brand awareness of Leonardo Hotels in the Netherlands and the portfolio consists of 3 Leonardo Hotels with +1,000 rooms in Amsterdam. The transition does not change the management of the hotel.
Horwath HTL and ABN AMRO present the Dutch Hotel City Index 2019, a ranking of the top 15 cities in the Netherlands for hotel investors. The index shows which cities boast the best hotel investment climate, based on scores in six categories: hotel demand, hotel supply, sustainability, economy, demographics and the real estate market.
Sitting and swinging next to the Ziggo Dome and Johan Cruijff Arena of Amsterdam the crew of Jaz in the City Amsterdam is really proud to be officially announced as this year's winner of the Dutch Hotel Award, an award for a hotel whose management has distinguished itself from others in a unique way. The award will be presented on the 26th of June at Jaz Amsterdam.
Hampton by Hilton Utrecht Central Station opens its doors to guests. The hotel is the latest addition to the growing Hampton by Hilton portfolio, the global value hotel brand known for its commitment to providing thoughtful service, one of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) 17 market-leading brands.