Minor Hotels has announced the appointment of Tamer Khedr as managing director for Egypt to lead its long-term expansion plans across the country. The newly-created role establishes a dedicated leadership structure in Egypt. Khedr will oversee operations and development activities from a base within the country, reporting to the regional office in Dubai. He joins […]

The new hotel, spa and health club brand will open its first property in Cornwall this autumn, with further sites planned in Surrey and the Lake District The Elysium Collection has launched as a new hospitality brand focused on hotels, spas and health clubs across the UK. The collection will make its debut in autumn […]

Crossbasket Castle Hotel has announced the appointment of Zoe Douglas as its new director of spa and wellness, ahead of the opening of its Four Angels Spa this autumn. Former spa business development manager at Natura Bisse, Douglas joins the hotel with over a decade of spa managerial experience, including roles at Archerfield and Farncombe […]

Eagle Bar has completed its dual-terrace concept at The Chancery Rosewood in London with the opening of a second space on the hotel’s seventh floor. The launch completes a dual-venue development following the initial opening of the Mayfair site in September 2025. The destination now comprises the existing Upper East bar and the new Upper […]

Zeal Hotels has appointed Zibi Klapsia as executive chef at Voco Zeal Exeter Science Park, the ‘lifecycle net-zero’ property recently named IHG Hotels and Resorts 2025 opening of the year. Klapsia joins the hotel from Accor, having previously worked at South West venues including Gidleigh Park, The Headland Hotel and the Imperial Hotel Torquay. Voco […]

Building Hotel Brand Reputation Through Your Website In today’s digital world, your website is often the first impression potential guests have of your hotel. Before they book a room, visit your property, or contact your team, they’re likely to explore your website. Because of this, your website plays a critical role in shaping and strengthening […]

Maybourne Hotel Group has expanded its partnership with private aviation company Flexjet to offer complimentary helicopter transfers for suite guests arriving at London airports. The service is now available to individuals staying in signature suites at Claridge’s, The Connaught and The Berkeley, following an initial launch at The Emory in 2024. Passengers flying into Farnborough, […]

Vibhu Gaind, chief information officer (CIO) at RBH Hospitality Management, will join the expert lineup for the upcoming Hotel Owner Conference on 3rd November 2026 at Prince Philip House, London. Gaind is responsible for all aspects of RBH’s IT infrastructure and leads the delivery of the group’s overarching IT strategy. His current strategic focus centers […]

PPHE Hotel Group’s proposed takeover by Fattal Hotel Group has fallen through after a major shareholder opposed the offer. Fattal had submitted an indicative proposal to acquire PPHE for £22 per share, a price that the company’s independent committee and advisers concluded represented fair value. The proposal formed part of a strategic review launched by […]

Restaurateurs Paul Ainsworth and Emma Ainsworth will relaunch the 100-year-old St Enodoc estate in Rock, Cornwall, following an extensive renovation on 27 July 2026. The initial phase of the development includes the introduction of two new dining concepts, a luxury wedding venue, and dedicated corporate event spaces. A planned second phase of the project will […]