Celebrate Life from Above: The first ‘World Rooftop Day’ takes place on 26th June
On 26 June 2025, the world will raise a glass to the power of rooftops as the first-ever World Rooftop Day takes place - which began as an idea in London. Founded by the visionary behind Where’s the Rooftop website…
fidelis hospitality enhances guest experience and operational efficiencies with SIHOT solutions
fidelis hospitality, an owner-managed hotel group operating branded properties across Germany, has successfully transformed its operations using SIHOT’s portfolio of hospitality management solutions.
Booking.com and Expedia Group control visibility, secondary OTAs undercut rates
Leading Online Travel Agents (OTA’s) are controlling hotel visibility on Google Search, while secondary OTAs are undercutting rates to attract bookings, confirms the May edition of the World Parity Monitor (WPM).
How price gaps are undermining direct hotel bookings
In today’s fragmented hotel distribution landscape, ensuring price consistency across channels is not just a question of revenue — it’s a matter of trust. When a guest sees a different rate for the same room across platforms, it erodes credibility and weakens the hotel’s direct booking power.
Trailblazing LGBTQ+ hotel consortia experiences significant ongoing growth of inclusive travel options
World Rainbow Hotels®, the world’s only GDS-enabled LGBTQ+ global hotel consortia, has achieved a further 19% growth in membership in the past year, enabling more opportunities for inclusive travel.
Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel named Scotland’s Best City Hotel
Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel is celebrating a major win after being named Scotland’s Best City Hotel at the 8th annual Prestige Scottish Hotel Awards. The stylish 4* city-centre hotel, which opened in summer 2023 on West George Street…
UK’s best restaurants, pubs & bars revealed at the Casual Dining Awards 2025
The UK’s best pub, bar, and restaurant operators were announced at the prestigious Casual Dining Awards, which took place on Thursday 24th April 2025 at the London Marriott Hotel, in Grosvenor Square. Nando’s, Pizza Pilgrims…
New culinary chapter at The Maynard as Michelin-experienced Todd Vickers takes the helm
The Maynard, one of the Peak District’s most loved boutique hotels and dining destinations, is delighted to announce the appointment of Todd Vickers as its new Head Chef. With a fresh new menu launching this June…
Joel Darfeuille from Fairmont Monte Carlo named ‘World’s Best Receptionist’
Joël Darfeuille, receptionist at the Fairmont Monte Carlo, was awarded the coveted title of "World’s Best Receptionist" on Saturday, March 22, during the 33rd edition of the David Campbell Trophy, held in Athens. After being crowned…
What’s on the menu at NRB25 & lunch! North 2025?
Northern Restaurant & Bar (NRB), sponsored by Uber Eats, the leading hospitality trade show in the North, is returning to Manchester Central next week alongside the brand-new lunch! NORTH, an event dedicated to the region's thriving café, coffee shop, and…
NRB25: Championing hospitality in the North
The North's premier hospitality trade show is back at Manchester Central on 11-12 March 2025, now featuring the brand-new lunch! NORTH. The vibrant hospitality scene in the North of England will once again take the spotlight this March as Northern Restaurant…
Dalla Corte UK announced as Espresso Machine Sponsor for SCA UK Barista Championship 2025-2027
The UK subsidiary of Dalla Corte, a global manufacturer of commercial Italian espresso machines, announces its three-year sponsorship of the SCA UK Barista Championship. This sponsorship marks…
More than just a place to stay
When we search for a hotel, we look for a home away from home - somewhere to relax with extra plump pillows and a great view of our destination.Whether it be one night or a weeks stay, your customers will be looking for a place to feel welcomed and relaxed, and music can play an essential role in setting the…
Young family with 600-Year Legacy to ‘Deliver Vibrant Next Chapter’ for Coughton Court in 2026
The Throckmorton family and the National Trust are announcing today (Thursday 13 February 2025) that from 2026, Magnus and Imogen Birch Throckmorton will resume the running of Coughton Court in Warwickshire.
Key UKHospitality asks delivered in apprenticeship changes
Reduced apprenticeship durations and flexibility in entry requirements have both been key UKHospitality asks. The Department for Education has announced two key changes to apprenticeships, delivering on longstanding asks from UKHospitality.
Northern Hospitality outperforms South in Site Growth and Customer Experience
New research reveals Northern cities are driving hospitality excellence, with pubs and bars leading the way in growth and resilience amid industry stabilisation. The latest data from Northern Restaurant & Bar (NRB) and CGA by NielsenIQ reveals that…
Visito unveils AI phone call agent for hotels
Visito, a leading conversational AI platform for independent hotels, has announced the launch of Visito Voice, an AI-powered voice assistant designed to handle incoming guest phone calls with natural, real-time interactions. Visito Voice enables hotels to automate phone-based guest support…
Food, Drink & Hospitality Week 2025: Registration opens for the UK’s biggest celebration of industry innovation
Visitor registration has opened for Food, Drink & Hospitality Week 2025, an event which brings together professionals from across the food, drink, and hospitality sectors. Taking place on…