World No. 3 Andy Murray has joined the ranks of tennis superstars looking beyond the court to expand their multi-million dollar fortunes. The 2012 U.S. Open champion may have racked up over $26 million in prize money during a glittering tennis career, but the Scot is hoping to swell his coffers further after acquiring the Cromlix House Hotel near his hometown of Dunblane in Scotland.
Hottest New Hotels for 2013
By Natasha Dragun: We know, we know. You haven't gotten around to staying at last year's top new hotels and now this bursts onto your screen. The good news is, 2012 is so last year. The best new hotels of 2013 are higher, shinier and deluxier than their one-year-older peers.
Hotels Under Fire over Wi-Fi Charges
Hotels that continue to charge guests to access the internet have been criticised, with new research suggesting chain hotels are more likely to impose the heftiest fees.
A More Productive Way to Think About Opponents
By David L. Shields: When scandals rock the business world, we all go scurrying to find big causes. Human greed. Structural economic pressures. Lax regulations. Psychological research, however, suggests that one cause may be as small as a metaphor in the mind.
Hotel Room of Future Full of Tricks
By Hiufu Wong: Check your flight status through a display in the floor. Touch a transparent screen to open your closet. Flick a finger and modify wall decorations. A new video presentation from SerranoBrothers Design Studio, headquartered in Lleida, Spain, offers an intriguing preview of the hotel room of the future.
Hotels Celebrate International Women’s Day
International Women's Day (March 8) honours female achievement around the world and is celebrated in countries from Afghanistan to Australia. This year, luxury hotels will commemorate the day with special perks and celebrations for female guests and employees. Here is an overview of four hotels honouring women on this year's International Women's Day.
The ‘Hotel’ That’s Like Being Homeless
Don't expect a chocolate on your pillow at this hotel. Actually don't expect a pillow at all. Faktum hotels in Gothenburg is offering people the chance to spend the night like a homeless person. And it will cost you $10.
Hotels Mix Things Up With In-Room Bartenders
By Alex Skjong: Whether you're exhausted from a marathon of business meetings or prepping for a night out on the town, there are times when you just don't want to make the trek down to the hotel bar. Luckily for thirsty travelers, several hotels have answered the call and now offer custom cocktail service in the comfort of your room.
Why Hotels Should Have a Responsive Website
By Dumitru Brinzan: If you run a hotel/motel/inn/b&b these days, you no doubt either have a website or would like to have a website. In this digital age, it is an essential part of your business to have a website where people can get more information about your offerings. Without a website, you could be losing out on a very large chunk of potential customers. But, I'm not going to talk about the merits of having a website today. No, today I want to talk about responsive web design, or "mobile ready" web design if you will.
Top Ten Things a Hospitality Professional Should Have Close By
By L. Aruna Dhir: Work life in a hotel is an over loaded zone – in respect to its impact on us, both physical and psychological. Once we become hoteliers there is little else that occupies our mindspace; it is that engulfing, in terms of job interest and inclination. On the flip side, it is an all-consuming role with its 24-hour, a place-that-never-goes-to-sleep nature. Keep the following things around you to help you stay on top.
