Johansson joins Chams House Koh Kood from his latest position as the Executive Assistant Manager and Director of Food and Beverage at the Atmosphere Kanifushi Maldives.
Crystal Petersson named General Manager of Cypress Inn, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Petersson will be responsible for all aspects of daily operations of the 44-guestroom property co-owned by legendary Hollywood actor and animal rights enthusiast Doris Day.
In conversation with: InterContinental Sydney Double Bay GM Frederic Brohez
By Tim Millett: We chat with Frederic about opening a new 5-star property, what’s needed to stand out from the crowd, career highlights and more.
First Sofitel turns 50
The Sofitel Strasbourg Grande Ile in downtown Strasbourg recently celebrated its 50th anniversary.
iTEP Hospitality: English assessment tool for the hotel industry
A new test could be a big help to those making hiring decisions at hotels as it aims to evaluate the job-related English skills of employees or potential hires.
Karma Royal Group launches Royal Minoan Beach Club at Villea Village
Accommodation at the resort is ideally suited for families and couples featuring a number of studio apartment units or one-bedroom and combination apartment units suitable for from 1-4 people.
Airbnb for outdoor types
This is a thing now – “gamping” or camping in someone’s garden. Roll on the sharing economy.
DoubleTree by Hilton to open in Cairns, Australia
Formerly the Holiday Inn Cairns, the rebranded 237-room DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns will enjoy a prime waterfront location.
DoubleTree by Hilton enters Qixianling, China with new resort hotel
The 254-room DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hainan Qixianling Hot Spring is located in the heart of Qixianling Hot Spring National Rainforest Park on an island in the southernmost province of the People’s Republic of China.
Hoteliers need to find ‘tipping point’ to convert episodic guests into dedicated loyalists
Turning casual visitors into active loyalists may be easier said than done, as travelers expect services traditionally considered perks to now be a standard part of the hotel experience.


