In 2016, Wyndham’s new openings added more than 200 new meeting and event spaces to the company’s portfolio, bringing more than 10 million square feet of meeting and event space to its hotel offerings.
Condé Nast Traveler announces its 2016 Readers’ Choice Awards
Over 300,000 Condé Nast Traveler readers cast votes for the world’s best hotels, resorts, cities, islands, airlines, and cruise lines.
Best Hotels in Europe rankings announced by U.S. News & World Report
The rankings evaluate more than 2,000 five-star hotels in over 40 countries to identify the very best accommodations in Europe.
Carlson Rezidor gives back to local communities during its 2016 Responsible Business Action Month
This year, the group hosted over 1,000 activities, devoted more than 50,000 volunteer hours, and raised a total of USD 460,000 and in-kind donations of USD 700,000 for World Childhood Foundation and other local charities.
Marriott gives wholesalers access to real-time rates and inventory
The solution is part of Marriott’s strategy to shift to dynamic rates and automated reservations, replacing antiquated processes for contracting, accessing inventory and booking hotel rooms.
The Savoy unveils its new Royal Suite
The Royal Suite at The Savoy has been remodelled to enhance the heart of the space and encourage harmonious flow between the rooms, reflecting a comfortable and less formal experience.
Chinese buyers increase their share of Australian hotel transactions
Chinese investors have upped the ante in the Australian hotel sector, accounting for 42% of the $1.7 billion in hotel sales year-to-date according to new research from CBRE.
Hilton expands soap recycling program
The program has already donated more than four million bars of soap, and now 1,370 hotels will participate, including all 750 properties in Its all suites brands.
Program Has Already Donated more than Four Million Bars of Soap
Marriott Rewards releases new survey on travel trends
Its findings show that women do a better job than men disconnecting from work email when on vacation, however men return less stressed.
How long do you take to respond to guest requests?
Guests have a right to complain if hotel staff does not respond to their text requests in about 12 minutes, to emails in 26 minutes, and via social media in 27 minutes or less, according to new research.
