Smart, streamlined and innovative accommodation: thatÕs what the new Holiday Inn Express Brisbane Central is bringing to savvy travellers visiting downtown Brisbane. Showing off its 226 rooms and expansive public spaces, the worldÕs fastest growing hotel brand officially opened in BrisbaneÕs Spring Hill. Holiday Inn Express Brisbane Central opened its doors to the world on April 3, offering everything guests need and more where it matters most and appealing to travellers seeking a place to rest.
Claire Bennett appointed Chief Marketing Officer for IHG
Claire Bennett has been appointed as the Chief Marketing Officer for IHG effective immediately
Dual-brand hotels finding footing internationally
Hotel brand companies are seeing the success of dual-branded properties in the US and looking at international markets for potential new development opportunities. Brands might initially consider the same international markets for dual-branded properties as they would for single-branded hotels.
Choice Hotels appoints Keith Biumi as Regional Vice President, Membership Development of Ascend Hotel Collection
Choice Hotels International, one of the world’s largest hotel companies, has appointed Keith Biumi to the position of Regional Vice President, Membership Development of the Ascend Hotel Collection. The Ascend Hotel Collection is the world’s first and largest portfolio of distinctive upscale independent hotels and resorts, backed by the global resources of Choice Hotels.
IHG and VHM Hotel Management announce signing of Holiday Inn Warsaw West Station
InterContinental Hotels Group have announced the signing of Holiday Inn Warsaw West Station at the International Hotel Investment Forum. The hotel will be developed with franchisees VHM Hotel Management, owned by the Satoria Group SA, and investors Capital Park.Ê
IHG signs eight new Holiday Inn hotels to the brand family in Germany
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has today announced the signing of eight new hotels within the Holiday Inn brand family in Germany. The announcement comes as IHG has recently reported a strong year for the market, and three consecutive record years of signings, including 17 hotels in 2016.
Yuk Tung Properties and IHG to develop a Crowne Plaza Hotel in Kuala Lumpur
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the worldÕs leading hotel companies, today announces the signing of a management agreement with Yuk Tung Properties Sdn. Bhd. to develop a 338-room Crowne Plaza hotel in downtown Kuala Lumpur.
IHGÊappoints Chris Waite as Director of Communications Australasia and Japan
InterContinental Hotels Group has announced the appointment of Chris Waite to the role of Director of Communications, Australasia and Japan. Mr Waite is responsible for leading the communications function for IHG and its core brands, as well as elevating IHGÕs industry thought leadership positioning.
IHG Debuts in Laos with opening of Crowne Plaza Vientiane
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG)ÊhasÊannounced the opening of a new 197-room Crowne Plaza Vientiane in Laos, marking the groupÕs entry into the country, and is the first internationally branded upscale hotel in the capital city offering quality accommodation and a comprehensive range of facilities to meet the needs of business and leisure travellers to Laos.
Allen Fusco named Chairman of IHG Global Board of Directors
Fusco has operated award-winning hotels and has been involved with IHG branded hotels for 40+ years











