Tourism: when religion works miracles 1
Religious tourism is crucial to the economic and cultural development of many destinations around the world. Iconic sites such as Mecca and Medina in Saudi Arabia are not only spiritual…
Best Western Plus Hotel Brüggen enhances hospitality in Lower Rhine
BWH Hotels Central Europe has expanded its portfolio with the opening of the Best Western Plus Hotel Brüggen on August 1, 2024. Situated near the Dutch border, this addition strengthens…
Emma O’Shiel appointed project manager at Whitbread to support expansion in Ireland
Whitbread PLC, owner of Premier Inn, is strengthening its development team in Ireland with the appointment of Emma O'Shiel as Project and Programme Manager. The appointment is part of Whitbread's…
Zleep Hotels and Core Hospitality merge to strengthen their presence in Denmark
The Danish hotel landscape has undergone a significant change with the merger of Zleep Hotels A/S and Core Hospitality A/S, creating one of the country's largest hotel operators. This strategic…
New Mövenpick resort to open in Antalya, Türkiye
Accor and Prince Group have announced the upcoming launch of Mövenpick Resort Antalya Tekirova, set to open in Q2 2024. This marks the debut of the Mövenpick brand on Türkiye’s…
PPHE hotel group secures approval to expand on London’s South Bank
PPHE Hotel Group has received planning permission for a new mixed-use development in London’s South Bank. The project will include a 15-story hotel featuring 186 rooms, along with two floors…
Overtourism: a reality or just a temporary phenomenon?
As the term ‘overtourism’ makes its entry into the Le Robert dictionary, debate around the subject continues to grow. It's a topic that takes on even greater importance during the…
Christian Clerc appointed as new CEO of Auberge Resorts
The former President of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts and later chaired DuPont Registry Group, a high-end automotive marketplace, is now leading Auberge Resorts Collection, succeeding Craig Reid as president…
Map of the week: hotel openings
Which hotels have opened this week or are due to open soon? What style are they? Under which brand? How many rooms? Hospitality ON has compiled a non-exhaustive list of…
Tourism: when religion works miracles 2
Religious tourism is deeply rooted in the history and culture of many countries, and continues to play a crucial role in the economy and identity of the destinations that promote…