Hotels
Corinthia Hotels International to operate new Dubai ‘Hotel & Suites’
Malta-based Corinthia Hotels International announced the signing of a long-term management agreement with Golden Sands Hotel Co of Dubai for the operation of the 371 all-suite ‘Ramada Hotel & Suites Jumeirah Beach’.
Crowne Plaza Gatwick-Crawley to open in October 2007
IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) and Crimson Hotels are pleased to announce the opening of the Crowne Plaza Gatwick-Crawley, further strengthening IHG's portfolio of hotels at Gatwick Airport when it opens in October 2007.
A salty tale in North Yorkshire
Where once many years ago in medieval times the corridors and staircases of The White Swan Inn at Pickering, North Yorkshire, echoed to the sounds of panic and haste in the headlong rush to hide the precious commodity of salt from the prying eyes of the dreaded Excise men, now the only place you’re likely to find any salt in this tranquil hotel is on the tables of the restaurant or in the kitchens.
Alberta Hotel earns top ranking
The Post Hotel & Spa in Lake Louise, Alberta has been named the third-best hotel in Continental U.S. and Canada in Travel + Leisure Magazine’s 12th annual World’s Best Awards readers’ survey.
Marina development for luxury Caribbean resort
Altamer Resort, renowned as one of the world’s most luxurious villa resorts, held a ground breaking ceremony today at the resort to announce a joint venture partnership with Island Global Yachting (IGY).
Naladhu Maldives: Moments designed to last
Ensconced on a private island in the idyllic Maldives archipelago, Naladhu is designed to create more than a luxury accommodation experience. Inspired by a temperate tropical climate and the native dwellings of the unique Indian Ocean islands where it is set, Naladhu’s architecture and interior design embodies a lifestyle. A lifestyle which can be as inclusive or exclusive as a guest desires.
New Holiday Inn to open in Novosibirsk, Russia
IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) is pleased to announce the signing of a management agreement for a Holiday Inn in Siberia’s capital, Novosibirsk, in partnership with Clover Group, a Moscow-based property development holding company.
Hilton Garden Inn heats up summer travel
Hilton Garden Inn, the award-winning mid-priced hotel brand, is proud to announce that it's Bed N’ Breakfast package is now available throughout the year. The Hilton Garden Inn Bed ’N Breakfast offer includes a cooked-to-order breakfast for each adult staying in the same room — and kids 12 & under eat free!
San Lucianu, Corsica – A chic new look for summer 2007
Mark Warner’s small friendly family resort of San Lucianu in Corsica has been transformed for the summer ‘07 season with a fantastic £500,000 refurbishment. Situated on the stunning east coast of the island, the hotel boasts a fantastic new boutique look mixed with a Moroccan style using natural woods and local stone mixed with opulent colours.
Guilt-free travel in South Africa this Christmas
Christmas at Thanda Private Game Reserve this year is all about giving back to the community. Thanda will donate R1000.00 (approximately £80) from each booking made on it’s special Christmas package to the Star School initiative - to brighten the lives of less advantaged children in South Africa's KwaZulu Natal Province.
The Clarins Touch at Cybele Forest Lodge & Health Spa
Cybele Forest Lodge & Health Spa and the leading French skincare house, Clarins have launched a new signature range of products and treatments this July. The Forest Health Spa, at Cybele Forest Lodge will be one of the five leading Clarins Spas in Southern Africa and the only featured spa in the Kruger area.
Hotelopia joins bmi Diamond Club loyalty scheme
As of today, 16 July 2007, Hotelopia, the online hotel booking specialist, joins bmi’s frequent flyer loyalty scheme 'Diamond Club' allowing members to earn and spend their miles on hotel bookings made at flybmi.com on over 25,000 hotels, whether large chains or smaller independent properties.
IHG brings Crowne Plaza to the Algarve
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), the owner of the Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts brand, has announced the signing of a franchise agreement with the Cerro Grande investment group for the new Crowne Plaza Albufeira – Algarve. The new-build hotel will open in the autumn of 2008 and comprises 113 guest rooms and 50 villas, offering a stylish beach resort experience.
Homewood Suites by Hilton opens Hotel in Ontario, Canada
Adding to an already impressive list of accomplishments for 2007, including the recent opening of the brand’s landmark 200th property, Homewood Suites by Hilton, the national brand of upscale, all-suite, residential-style hotels, has announced it is yet again increasing its international expansion with the opening of its sixth property in Canada, located in London, Ontario.
Premier Inn secures site for 4th hotel in United Arab Emirates
Premier Inn, the UK's biggest value-for-money hotel brand known for its guarantee of quality rooms, has secured a prime location to build its fourth hotel in the United Arab Emirates at Capital Centre - Abu Dhabi's new strategically-planned micro city comprising hotels, retail zones, and residential and commercial towers.