Respondents think the food and beverage offerings are too expensive, or they use the mini-fridges to store their snacks bought elsewhere.
Ritz-Carlton app services meeting planners’ needs in real-time
Known as ((Chime)), the app allows meetings planners to communicate with their conference concierge using an online menu of options on their mobile device.
HOSPA forms strategic partnership with ICAEW Tourism and Hospitality Special Interest Group
First HOSPA/ICAEW Tourism and Hospitality Group meeting on ‘Implementing the new 11th edition of the Uniform System of Accounts (USALI)’ on 19 May in London.
Accor sells 29 hotels in Germany and the Netherlands
The sale and franchise-back agreement between Accor and German company Event Hotels covers 3,354 rooms for a total value of €234 million.
Tune Hotels Group announces new company structure
Tune Hotels will be run by two CEOs: Mark Lankester will be in charge of Brand, Assets and Capital Markets and Frank Trampert will lead Development and Hotel Management.
W Taipei launches Sweet Award, first ever urban beekeeping in Taiwan
To be part of a global effort to help save the honeybees from various threats of disease and human habitation, W Taipei has placed hives with 120,000 bees on the roof space of the property.
Stash Hotel Rewards partners for co-branded credit card program
The new co-branded rewards card allows consumers to enjoy memorable stays and earn meaningful rewards that never expire, that don’t have blackout dates, and that have no category restrictions – unlike most chain programs.
What users want from hospitality and travel smartphone apps
Guests are particularly interested in using mobile for room-ready notifications, requesting room amenities, hotel services and rooms upgrades.
Godzilla-themed rooms the go at new Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
The Godzilla Room includes Godzilla-themed interior wall panels, a trick wall with special effects, a life-size replica of Godzilla’s claw looming over the beds and a Godzilla figure standing in the room.
Marina Bay Sands contributes to the development of HSMAI
Its US$180,000 grant will help HSMAI develop membership and fund educational programs in the Singapore market and South East Asian region.
