New group regularly takes advantage of weekends to spontaneously enjoy new experiences, with travel being at the top of the list.
Hotel franchising set to increase by 50 percent over next five years
CBRE says this is a result of owners wishing to retain operational control and maximise returns as hotel companies continue to focus on asset light strategy.
Cordis Hong Kong flagship for Langham’s new upscale brand
Langham Place, Mongkok, Hong Kong will be rebranded to Cordis, Hong Kong on 26 August 2015, making it the first of a new generation of curated upscale hotels by Langham Hospitality Group.
Aloft launches global quest for emerging music talent
For the sixth consecutive year, Aloft is shining the spotlight on rising musical talent and giving these performers the chance to take the mic at Aloft hotels around the world.
IHG tests delivery robot at Crowne Plaza San Jose-Silicon Valley
Dash is designed to travel at a human walking pace and can independently navigate between floors, even calling the hotel elevator using a special Wi-Fi connection.
Nod for Olympic Winter Games 2022 good news for China hotel pipeline
There are currently 676 new top hotels and luxury resorts with about 205,000 rooms in the pipeline in China, with 19 projects in Beijing alone.
Hilton introduces Digital Key to enhance HHonors app
New keyless entry empowers guests to further customize their travel experience from their smartphone.
How daily smartphone use substantially influences the travel experience
PolyU study finds that smartphones structure our everyday lives in certain ways and those routines and habits in turn influence how we travel.
Happy St Lawrence’s Day – we salute all chefs!
Saint Lawrence is the patron saint of cooks, chefs – and comedians.
Bed & breakfasts benefit from strong growth
During the first half of 2015, the number of reservations at B&Bs was 39% higher than in the same period last year, and the number of accommodations increased by 18% according to Bedandbreakfast.eu.
