Following the explosion, Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok opened its doors to allow the public to seek refuge during this tragedy.
Guests willing to disclose personal information on hotel apps — if benefits are clear
Research conducted at the University of Houston Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management indicates that more than one-third of guests are willing to disclose personal information on hotel apps—if they meet certain criteria.
Marriott’s #LoveTravels campaign targets Latinos
New portrait and video series features Latino influencers Diane Guerrero, Diego Boneta, and Boyce Avenue.
Sol House launches Flirtie in-house dating app for Mallorca hotels
Only available through the hotels’ Wi-Fi network, Flirtie will suggest guests with similar profiles, which users can then ‘Flirtie or Pass’.
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.
Swissôtel Berlin migrates to Suitepads to cut printing costs
Suitepads in each room digitally offer information that was previously available only on paper and needed to be reprinted regularly with each new update.
Conference market proves bright spot in UK hotel slowdown
There are now signs of a slowdown in the UK hotel market prompted by the weakening of the Euro, a downturn in long haul visitors and strong competition from other European cities.
Hotel managers can’t afford to skimp on the basics
The 2015 Hotel Pet Peeves Survey found that frequent travelers continue to be most dissatisfied with hotel Internet, the accessibility of electrical outlets, and room cleanliness, in that order.
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.
