Hotels
Waldorf Hilton prepares for 100 year anniversary
Hilton Hotels Corporation (HHC) has appointed a new general manager at one its most historic hotels, which is preparing to celebrate its 100-year anniversary in 2008 after a £35m refurbishment in 2005.
Holiday Inn celebrates summer solstice
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is pleased to announce the opening of a brand new Holiday Inn situated just one mile from one of the world’s most famous and revered prehistoric sites; Stonehenge.
YOTEL to land at Gatwick Airport
YOTEL, the revolutionary new hotel concept that is redefining the global hotel industry, is today launching with 46 stylish cabins at Gatwick Airport – South Terminal, with other city and airport locations to follow. Inspired by first-class airline cabins, YOTEL is the first hotel to be located inside a UK airport terminal.
easyHotel Earl’s Court opens in London
With reports today naming London as one of the most expensive cities in the world, (second only to Moscow) super-budget hotel operator easyHotel.com has come to the rescue of cost conscious travellers by today announcing the opening of their third central London hotel at Earl’s Court, with prices from just £25 per room per night.
Escape festival fever at Greywalls
Located just 25 minutes away from Edinburgh, Greywalls in East Lothian creates the perfect oasis from the bustle of the city, whilst providing an excellent base from which to visit Scotland and the world famous Edinburgh Festivals.
West Sussex hotel launches new overnight spa packages
Bailiffscourt Hotel and Health Spa at Climping, West Sussex, one of the most luxurious hotels on the South Coast, has launched a new range of one and two night Serenity Spa Escape packages costing from £155 per person.
Rooms with a Dolphin view in Cancun
For those seeking a holiday view with a difference, Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa in Mexico has now launched the first resort Dolphinarium. From the privacy of their own room, guests can have hours of fun watching the six dolphins swim, jump and play in the resorts’ lagoon.
Lights out but everyone’s in at Hilton!
Hilton Hotels, London’s largest hotelier, has joined Capital Radio’s campaign to stage a one-hour blackout across the city. Having recently announced plans to reduce its Carbon Footprint in the UK & Ireland by 56% in 2007, Hilton will be switching off all exterior lights and signage at its London hotels for the hour slot of 9-10pm on Thursday 21 June.
Park Plaza begins construction of central London hotel
Park Plaza Hotels and contractor Gear Construction Project Management, have today announced the next phase in the development of their latest project, Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London, their largest hotel management contract to date. The hotel company’s aim is to create a destination that becomes the next venue of choice for international conferences and events.
Express by Holiday Inn unveils new Antrim property
Next week will see the official opening of the Express by Holiday Inn Antrim, with the newly crowned Miss Northern Ireland set to add glamour to the proceedings on her first official evening event.
easyHotel to open 10 hotels across Germany
easyHotel.com is set to realise its plans of becoming one of Europe’s leading ‘super budget’ hotel operators with the signing of a Master Franchise Agreement with i.gen hotels, which will see them open 10 budget hotels across Germany over the next four years.
Wyndham Group re-flags London’s Conrad Hotel
Wyndham Hotel Group today announced that the Wyndham Hotels and Resorts brand will be introduced to the United Kingdom with the conversion of The Conrad London, the five-star, all-suite hotel of Hilton Hotels Corporation, to The Wyndham London–Chelsea Harbour.
Sol Melia brings the warmth of the Caribbean to Europe
Between April and June 2007, the North America and Caribbean Division of Sol Meliá has been carrying out a groundbreaking promotion in the hotel industry. Hotel chains generally invite small groups of travel agents to visit their hotels, but this time around Sol Meliá has taken Caribbean cuisine, culture, folklore and colour to nine major European cities.
Six star luxury in southern Mozambique
Opening October 2007, Azura offers a completely new level of luxury on the unique and incomparable Benguerra Island, within the Bazaruto National Park. A luxury eco-boutique retreat, Azura offers miles of pure white sand, tranquil turquoise seas, swaying palms, endless sunshine and star-studded nights.
Holiday Inn summer treats for families
With the school holidays fast approaching, it's time to plan ahead to ensure the kids are kept busy! Whatever you're looking for this summer - whether it's adventure breaks, educational trips with some high culture or just fun for everyone - with keen prices and a huge range of family friendly hotels across Britain, Holiday Inn has it covered.