Hotels
B&B owners are getting a poor deal from booking software
Existing B&B reservation tools aren’t fulfilling their promise to help owners run their business better because they’re too expensive, difficult to set up, and neglect the way it actually feels to use them, according to Cheltenham-based software providers GuestList.
Hospitality for the hospitality industry
Le Méridien Al Aqah is extending its hospitality to the hospitality industry this summer, with a special weekday offer and discounts for travel professionals.
Matt Anderson joins Crowne Plaza Queenstown
From one award winning hotel to another, the new General Manager of Crowne Plaza Queenstown is excited about taking on the top job at one of Queenstown’s leading properties.
An indulgence that’s good for you and your pocket
Escape England’s escalating economic woes and jet off to award-winning El Gouna resort, where life is how it should be. In this beautiful Red Sea coastal resort your pounds go further, quality of life keeps you smiling and the sun shines all year round.
Father’s Day and all that jazz
On 21 June, luxury boutique hotel The Luxe Manor, Hong Kong, will treat fathers and their doting families to a day of fine dining and chocolate treats, all against a backdrop of renowned Jazz music duo, Mark and Mia.
Idyllic island life in the Outer Hebrides
Experience the unhurried pace of idyllic island life in the spectacular north of Scotland at heavenly Hebridean hideaway, the multi award winning Broad Bay House on the Isle of Lewis.
Langham Hotels unveils London flagship
The Langham, London has unveiled a substantial programme of restoration and refurbishment that has taken place over five years at the remarkable sum of £80 million.
Footballers rate La Manga Club a classic
Footballing stars from yesteryear once again graced the famous fairways of La Manga Club resort, when they battled out the 13th Footballers’ Classic. Organised by Mancini Events and sponsored by Addison Lee PLC, more than 120 competitors took part in the five-night extravaganza, playing four rounds in glorious sunshine for the right to be crowned champions in both the amateur team event and the professional footballer category.
Experience the traditional Chilean way of life
Fancy horse riding in the hills in the morning, an afternoon of wine tasting, then strolling through the vineyards to enjoy an evening polo match or rodeo display before watching the sun set over the Andes with a glass of top quality Chilean Sauvignon Blanc?
Idaho casino resort announces major expansion
The seventh major expansion, and the largest expansion yet, will add 105 hotel rooms, casino space, gourmet dining, a spa and other facilities both indoor and out at the Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel, Idaho. Tribal leaders and resort officials gathered last week to announce details of the massive effort, the current phase to be complete by 2011.
Summer sensations in the south of England
Families sharing a room at the Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa, near Ascot, Berkshire and the Macdonald Frimley Hall Hotel & Spa, near Camberley, Surrey can stay for just £99 including full English breakfast for two adults and two children under five; breakfast for youngsters aged 5 - 12 years is at the reduced price of £5. The ‘Summer Sensations’ offer is valid from 26 July until 6 September.
Rewarding year for Rani Resorts
On 11 May, the World Travel Awards Africa Ceremony took place at a star-studded event at the Durban ICC. More than 200 organisations were nominated in 75 categories for the Africa region, including airlines, airports, hotels, car hire, destinations, resorts, spas and travel agencies. Rani Resorts scooped not just one but three awards at the 16th Awards Ceremony, as voted by travel agents worldwide.
Diving with dolphins in Marsa Alam
Jaz Hotels, Resorts & Cruises has announced the opening of its newest hotel in Marsa Alam, the four star Sol Y Mar Dolphin House, located in one of the most exclusive diving hot spots on the beautiful Red Sea coastline. Close to the popular Samadai Reef the hotel is known as Dolphin House because of the hundreds of spinner dolphins that inhabit the nearby waters.
A summer of ‘free stuff’ with HotelConnect
HotelConnect, the online hotel specialist, has launched a ‘Summer of Free Stuff’ promotion which runs until the middle of August. Thousands of free nights in hotels across the world are on offer, saving up to £150 per person depending on the choice of hotel and destination.
Loch Ness Lodge lands prestigious title
Loch Ness Lodge, a luxurious Highland retreat just 15 minutes from Inverness and set in its own landscaped gardens, landed the prestigious title today (Wednesday, 10th June) at the AA B&B Awards in London.