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Palé Hall Hotel Celebrates Culinary Excellence and Sustainable Practices with Retained Accolades under New Head Chef Sam Griffiths

Anna Startin — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 15:28:04 +0000

Palé Hall Hotel, nestled in the serene landscapes of Snowdonia, proudly continues its legacy of culinary excellence and sustainability with the retention of its prestigious Green Michelin Star. The hotel’s Henry Roberton restaurant has also been reinspected and awarded 3 AA Rosettes under the leadership of new Head Chef Sam Griffiths. These accolades reaffirm the hotel’s unwavering commitment to delivering unparalleled hospitality experiences while championing environmental stewardship in the heart of North Wales. Palé Hall Hotel’s dedication to sustainability is exemplified by its clean, completely carbon-neutral source of electricity, produced from an on-site hydro-electric generating plant. This pioneering initiative, recognized with Wales’ first Green Michelin Star in 2021, underscores the hotel’s unwavering commitment to minimizing its environmental footprint while providing guests with an eco-conscious luxury experience. Further bolstering its culinary prowess, Palé Hall Hotel proudly retains its 3 AA Rosettes, following reassessment with Sam Griffiths at the helm. A testament to the exceptional quality and innovation showcased in its fine dining restaurant, The Henry Robertson Dining Room. The culinary team continues to push the boundaries of gastronomic excellence, sourcing locally wherever possible to support Welsh farmers and reduce carbon emissions. “While we are immensely proud of our team’s culinary achievements, [...]

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Heritage hotel and wedding venue gives guests 21st century EV charging

Anna Startin — Fri, 23 Feb 2024 13:43:28 +0000

Abbey House Hotel & Gardens has tied the knot with electric vehicle charging network Be.EV to install 10 EV charging bays at the grade II-listed luxury hotel and wedding venue. The site is the largest ultra-rapid charging hub on the Lake District’s south coast, and the chargers will be available to hotel guests, the general public, local businesses and NHS workers – all of whom can access them via the national Be.EV network. It’s the largest public charging network in the North West, and boasts an impressive operational availability rate of 99.6%. On Wednesday, Be.EV and Abbey House representatives and the general public gathered to celebrate the launch of the site, with over 2,750 miles of free charging given away by Be.EV. Drivers who charged their car on the day, or use the site this week, will also be automatically entered into a prize draw to win a free one night stay at the luxury hotel. The site contains two state-of-the-art Kempower ultra-rapid chargers and three fast chargers – a carefully considered mix to meet the local area’s increasing demand for EV charging. The ultra-rapid Kempower chargers mean that drivers can charge their EV to 80% in as little as [...]

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Increased international travel, longer lead times, short stays and highly variable rates: SiteMinder’s Hotel Booking Trends highlights the dynamic new reality facing UK hotels

Anna Startin — Thu, 15 Feb 2024 09:33:12 +0000

A new report by SiteMinder, the name behind the only software platform that unlocks the full revenue potential of hotels, provides a wealth of insights for luxury accommodations, as increasingly sophisticated guest behaviour necessitates improved revenue management strategies. The report also reveals the 12 marketing channels driving the most revenue for UK hotels, with Mr and Mrs Smith and Off-Peak Luxury continuing to deliver. SiteMinder’s Hotel Booking Trends, based on more than 115 million hotel bookings, reveals that international arrivals at UK hotels grew by 17% year-on-year to become a majority, at 52% of all check-ins last year. This aligns with global trends, with SiteMinder’s data showing that international arrivals increased by an average of 33% across all markets. The top source markets for UK hotels were the US, Germany, France, Australia, and Italy. Meanwhile, in line with a strong rebound of outbound Asian travel, China’s Trip.com rose from eleventh to seventh place in SiteMinder’s list of top booking channels for UK hotels, while Agoda, popular among travellers throughout Asia, climbed one spot to fifth. Regarding the long-awaited return of Asian travellers, and Chinese travellers in particular, SiteMinder’s Chief Growth Officer, Trent Innes, says: “Hotels would do well to prepare [...]

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CONRAD MALDIVES RANGALI ISLAND APPOINTS THOMAS HOEBORN AS GENERAL MANAGER

Anna Startin — Mon, 22 Jan 2024 11:37:21 +0000

A hospitality veteran, Hoeborn will lead the team in all aspects of hotel operations and performance. Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is delighted to announce the appointment of Thomas Hoeborn as General Manager. A hospitality veteran with close to 40 years in the industry, Hoeborn’s new role will see him further drive Conrad Maldives Rangali Island’s ongoing commitment to luxury and innovative guest experiences. Jamie Mead, senior director, operations, South East Asia, said, “Thomas’ seasoned leadership acumen and track record in luxury hospitality will go a long way in further cementing Conrad Maldives Rangali Island’s leadership position in Maldives’ competitive luxury market. Through his deep-rooted understanding of the Conrad brand ethos, we are confident that Conrad Maldives Rangali Island will continue to elevate excellence and be the luxury hotel of choice for thoughtful, purposeful and conscientious travelers to this inspiring destination.” Hoeborn most recently served as Area General Manager in Central China, where he oversaw the operations and performance of eight Hilton and Conrad hotels, including the 728-room Conrad Shanghai. Prior to his stint in Central China, Hoeborn was Area General Manager of Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan for Hilton’s multi-branded hotels in the region, and General Manager of the internationally-acclaimed Conrad [...]

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Cairn Hotel Group achieves Green Tourism accreditation

Anna Startin — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 10:42:45 +0000

Cairn Hotel Group, a leading name in the UK hospitality sector, has proudly announced its significant achievement in sustainability practices, with 28 of its hotels and three standalone bars and restaurants receiving Green Tourism accreditation. Among these, seven hotels have been awarded the silver certification, and 24 venues have earned the bronze recognition. This accomplishment is a testament to the Group’s unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship and its positive impact on the communities where it operates. Green Tourism, the world-leading sustainability accreditation partner, has supported Cairn Hotel Group in its journey towards sustainability. This partnership has allowed the Group to align its practices with the highest standards of environmental responsibility. The accreditation process involved a comprehensive assessment based on 15 sustainability criteria, encompassing the areas of People, Places, and Planet. This holistic approach evaluates the social, economic, and environmental initiatives undertaken by Cairn Hotel Group, ensuring a thorough appraisal of its performance. Tina O’ Hara, commercial director at Cairn Hotel Group, expressed her delight at this achievement: “We are immensely proud to be recognised by Green Tourism for our efforts in sustainability. This accreditation is not just a badge of honour but a continuous commitment to minimising our environmental footprint while [...]

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The Paglierino Collection from SACW: A Captivating Travertine Effect Porcelain Tile Collection with Two Distinct Finishes

Jade — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 09:42:37 +0000

Expertly crafted from hard-wearing porcelain, the Paglierino collection from the Stone & Ceramic Warehouse offers a contemporary interpretation of traditional travertine. This collection captures the timeless beauty of natural stone with a choice of cross-cut and vein-cut designs. These two cutting techniques create distinct appearances from the same material, providing versatile options for your space. The captivating cross-cut design mirrors the effect of cutting across the grain, revealing cloud-like patterns. The tiles’ soft, warm tones and subtle surface variations evoke a natural sense of movement, reminiscent of genuine stone formations. Paglierino cross-cut tiles are suitable for walls and floors and are available in three elegant neutral colours: Light, Classic, and Oyster. Choose from three different sizes: 60x60cm, 60x120cm and 120x280cm. Vein-cut is when a stone slab is cut against the natural grain, highlighting the distinctive banding and linear patterns of the veining within the material. This process results in nearly parallel veins of varying colours that appear lengthwise or vertically. The Paglierino vein-cut tiles exemplify this captivating effect, featuring layered patterns that can be used to create visually stunning results. There are four colour options to choose from in this design; Light, Classic, Oyster, and Noce. Suitable for walls and floors and available in two sizes: [...]

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Planning permission granted for Cliffemount, a 20-bedroom hotel in Runswick Bay

Anna Startin — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 13:50:16 +0000

Cliffemount Hotel has been granted planning permission today by North Yorkshire Council’s Planning Authority. The vision is to build a hotel and make it the UK’s first-ever Passivhaus hotel, with sustainability at the forefront of its design. The concept for Cliffemount came from Karen Fojt and her two daughters, Melissa and Siobhan, and son Howard, with the idea of creating a unique hotel and investing back into the local area. Having created so many wonderful memories there themselves over the years, they want to be able to create that for other individuals and families. Alongside the 20 bedrooms, Cliffemount will have a restaurant, pub, and bar – three separate establishments to encourage both guests and the local community to socialise and unwind. The Fojt family, who acquired the hotel in 2022, hope to create a space where people can enjoy a luxury experience and create lasting memories. Cliffemount will give guests, and the local community, their “moment of calm” with delicious local food, breath-taking cliff top views, and design-led rooms. The hotel aims to have a limited impact on the environment by leading the way in the hospitality industry as the first-of-its-kind PassivHaus hotel in the United Kingdom. The family [...]

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HIX 2023: HANSGROHE ASKS THE HOTEL DESIGN INDUSTRY – HOW DO WE BUILD BETTER TOGETHER?

Anna Startin — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 16:11:20 +0000

This month at HIX, the annual exhibition for hospitality interiors, visitors to premium bathroom brand Hansgrohe did not stop by a stand – instead they were invited to the Unfinished Works installation to experience ‘a window to the world and a place where we escape excess stimuli, a space where we can achieve a state of purity’. Presented by MIXD Interiors and sponsored by Hansgrohe, the installation was imagined as a blueprint for a hotel room and designed to be a multifunctional, flexible space. It also provided the ideal backdrop for a panel discussion on the future of hotel design. Held on Thursday 16 November, Build Better Together, with Hansgrohe in collaboration with MIXD and Always Thinking, explored in depth the themes that emerged from the bathroom brand’s recent roundtable discussions with the commercial hotel supply chain. In the last 18 months it has held events for architects, specifiers, interior designers, contractors, and hotel operators working across limited service, lifestyle, and luxury hotel projects to better understand the challenges and opportunities the supply chain is facing – both now and in the future. Price versus value, the undeniable impact of the sustainability agenda and the predicted role technology development and [...]

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How can lighting encourage people to keep active in the darker months?

Jade — Wed, 08 Nov 2023 14:26:41 +0000

In recent years, the landscape of sports facility lighting has undergone a significant transformation. The traditional approach, focused solely on functional illumination, has given way to a more sophisticated viewpoint, one that embraces handcrafted, decorative, and quality-made lighting fixtures. This shift is not merely about practicality but also an aesthetic enhancement that adds a touch of creativity to the sports environment. As the darkness of winter falls, such lighting can act as a beacon of warmth and cosiness, drawing people in and encouraging activity even during the colder months. Bulkhead Outdoor & Bathroom Sconce Wall Light – 12 Inch – Gunmetal Image Credit: Roxy Lanes – Cardiff The authenticity of handcrafted decorative lighting brings a sense of individuality and character to any sports setting. It transforms the venue into a space that feels like home, evoking emotions and memories. Beyond their practical function of illumination, these fixtures craft an atmospheric ambiance that is both inviting and comfortable. Customers find themselves inclined to stay longer, revisit the venue, and forge lasting connections with the space. What makes handcrafted decorative lighting truly exceptional is its versatility. These fixtures can be tailor-made to seamlessly integrate with a wide range of aesthetics. Whether the [...]

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30 EUSTON SQUARE APPOINTS ALESSANDRO NEGRO AS EXECUTIVE CHEF

Anna Startin — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 09:04:48 +0000

Award-winning conference and events venue, 30 Euston Square, has appointed Alessandro Negro as the new Executive Chef. Alessandro brings a wealth of culinary experience, with over 18 years in the industry. His gastronomic journey commenced in the city of Bologna, Italy, where he began his career working in banqueting. Notably, he served as the Senior Chef on the cooking team for the Italian President, Giorgio Napolitano, before making his way to the British capital. In London, he further honed his craft at renowned restaurants such as Aubaine in Selfridges, Chelsea’s Medlar Restaurant (boasting 1 Michelin star and 3 AA Rosettes), and the Rabbit Restaurant, previously overseen by the Gladwin Brothers, which championed the farm-to-fork philosophy allowing Alessandro to master the art of utilising every part of an animal. Early in 2021, Alessandro’s culinary journey took him to Moldova, where he supported Oro Restaurant with menu development and training. Later, he further distinguished himself as a chef judge on the country’s highly regarded national television programme, Lupta’n Bucate. He returned to London at the end of 2021 to become the Co-Executive Chef at the Chef Academy of London, prior to joining the team at 30 Euston Square. Alessandro Negro comments: “I [...]

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