The digital membership programme allows members to redeem benefits by using e-certificates via their mobile phone or tablets, with platforms for both iOS and Android users.
Marriott Rewards launches new kids program
Marriott Rewards “MAX!” is a children’s program of structured activities to engage young guests traveling with their families.
DoubleTree by Hilton introduces enhanced amenities options with ‘Little Extras Upgrade’
Upgrade’ Hotels can now offer a new premium room type, increasing owner profitability and the guest experience,
Swissôtel highlights design philosophy success in latest Sustainability Report
By substituting oil with district heating, Swissotel Zurich was able reduce CO2 emissions by 87.9 per cent.
Scandic adds to breakfast buffet to cater for those with gluten and lactose allergies
The existing buffet will include a new section aimed at vegans and people with allergies, but will be open to everyone.
IHG launches a range of bespoke services for business clients
IHG Assist addresses the increasing concern for traveller safety and security, and IHG Meeting Point helps to offer the right meeting space at the right hotel, with an high level of service and sector-specific expertise.
AccorHotels buys asset portfolios from three European investors for €284 million
The transformation of HotelInvest is continuing at a fast pace, with close to €1.0 billion worth of real-estate transactions secured in 2015.
HomeExchange opens to bed and breakfasts, guesthouses, inns, and boutique hotels
Small-accommodation owners can now stay for free in 150 countries in exchange for their unoccupied rooms.
YOTEL announces plans for 12 new hotels by 2018
The brand is looking to grow the number of rooms under management by over 250% in the next 12-18 months.
Cornell offers free spreadsheet to generate optimum restaurant seating
The tool uses the Solver add-in for Microsoft’s Excel spreadsheet, which allows restaurant operators to determine their best mix of tables and also decide which reservations they should accept based on their demand forecast.
