Management transition in Oetker Collection - Dr. Timo Gruenert appointed new CEO

Dr. Timo Gruenert will take up CEO position on 1 May 2020. Since July 2009, Dr. Gruenert has held the position of Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer of the Oetker Collection. Based in Baden-Baden, he oversees the financial department and the business development of the company.

Before this , He spent four years in Dr. August Oetker KG, the holding company of the Oetker Collection.

In this function, he assisted the board of personally liable partners with a special focus on business development, the controlling of participating parties, internal consulting as well as mergers and acquisitions

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Radisson Hotel Group To Open The First Radisson-Branded Hotel, Radisson Hotel Gorizont Rostov-On-Don In Russia

Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce a new 173-room hotel, the Radisson Hotel Gorizont Rostov-on-Don, set to open in 2020.

Radisson is an upscale hotel brand that delivers Scandinavian-inspired hospitality and enables guests to focus on a work/life balance and find more harmony in their travel experience. Based on building meaningful relationships with guests, it features the famous Yes I Can! service attitude designed to deliver satisfaction to every guest.

Rostov-on-Don is the 10th largest city in Russia with 1.2 million inhabitants. This will be the second hotel opening for Radisson Hotel Group in the city, in addition to the prestigious Radisson Blu that opened in 2017 on the river front.

The hotel, located in the north-west area of the city, will be part of a significant mixed-use development complex, including Gorizont Mall – the largest shopping mall in Rostov-On-Don that showcases more than 350 shops and a multiplex cinema center that can be accessed directly from the hotel.

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800 Room Grand Hyatt Hotel Coming to Miami Beach

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H), Terra Group and Turnberry announced plans for a new 800-room Grand Hyatt hotel in Miami Beach, Fla that will be managed by Hyatt. Slated to open in 2023, It will offer elevated experiences for leisure and business travelers alike. Its prime location adjacent to the Miami Beach Convention Center, which completed a $600 million renovation last year, offers visitors convenient access to the city’s most anticipated tradeshows and events.

The 17-story hotel will be situated at the intersection of 17th Street and Convention Center Drive, within walking distance of the Atlantic Ocean beachfront, Lincoln Road Mall, New World Symphony, The Bass Museum and The Fillmore Miami Beach. The hotel development is being led by David Martin of Terra and Jackie Soffer of Turnberry and will be a joint venture between the two development companies.

The new hotel will become only the second Grand Hyatt property in Florida, joining Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay.

Hotel features are expected to include 12 floors of guest rooms offering expansive views of Miami Beach, two floors of meeting spaces and ballrooms that will complement the Convention Center, a resort-style pool deck with panoramic views, and limited retail space that will activate the district at street level. An elevated skybridge will enable event attendees to move freely between the hotel and Convention Center in a climate-controlled, art-filled corridor.

The project’s resiliency and sustainability measures include storm water management and reuse, flood risk mitigation, and the use of solar power – all of which are designed to ensure operational continuity during weather events.

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112 Room Hotel Coming to the San Antonio Riverwalk

Harris Bay announces the ARTISTA HOTEL, a lifestyle and art-centric boutique hotel along the world-famous San Antonio Riverwalk

. The hotel site was purchased in late April 2019 and will be transformed into a new 112-room boutique hotel with a focus on celebrating the contributions of the creative community, both local and beyond.

It will focus on authentic local culture, a genuine appreciation for design, and unique experiences that connect a community of travelers through a hotel that defies the conventional notions of luxury.

It is a place where visitors hangout alongside locals, featuring a lobby that is open to all and a vibrant restaurant and bar scene that offers all day eating and drinking

CREO, a San Antonio based architectural firm, will be the lead designer on the project and will be exploring some unique design and program features including bunkrooms replacing some of the traditional suites

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What to expect from Superdry Co-Founder’s new hotel brand

Julian Dunkerton, Co-Founder of fashion giant Superdry and owner of The Lucky Onion, has announced the launch of a brand-new venture – the hotel brand Cult Hotels.

For nearly 20 years, Superdry has grown from a small group of UK clothing stores into a huge global brand with outlets across every continent. As a co-founder, he has been there since the beginning – and has used this success to create other business opportunities.

The Lucky Onion – the UK restaurant and pub group run by him and Jade Dunkerton – is one such example of how he has moved into different sectors. He plans to bring something new to the UK hospitality scene with Cult Hotels, which will specialise in boutique conversions.

Cult icon: a blast from the past

For Dunkerton, the launch of the brand is a reference to the Superdry forerunner, Cult Clothing, that existed on UK high streets before becoming part of the more famous chain of stores.

His vision for the brand is clear. “Cult Hotels exists for the savvy traveller who values aesthetic and culture at a fair price,” he says. “My ambition with this venture is to continue to breathe new life into old buildings and bring a game-changing hotel concept to the marketplace.”

A fresh look for urban tourism

Average room rates for regional properties were falling in 2019, while a steady development pipeline means that the competition for occupancy won’t be getting any easier for hoteliers. Cult Hotels will hope that the conversion of the iconic George Hotel will appeal to Cheltenham’s visitors – especially during busy periods like the Cheltenham Festival

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EHL Named Best Hospitality & Leisure Management School In The World

LAUSANNE - 2020 QS World University rankings: Soon after the confirmation of its Michelin star, Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL) has been ranked as the world's leading institution for hospitality and leisure management education.

"Switzerland continues to set the example in terms of academic excellence, competitiveness and innovation. The canton of Vaud in particular, with its centers of excellence, the ambitious development strategy of the Department for the Promotion of Economy and Innovation (SPEI), and also thanks to the intelligence of each player to leverage this exceptional network, has become a leading hub for the creation and transmission of knowledge, recognized throughout the world," 

Michel Rochat, EHL Group CEO, reacted to the news by stating that "Switzerland's tradition of excellence and its education model continue to be recognized worldwide". EHL now also ranks among traditional management schools, coming in 7th place in Switzerland. "Our positioning is no longer that of a school purely dedicated to the hotel industry. Our graduates are very competitive in a multitude of industries where the customer experience is a central tenet, such as luxury, banking or aviation. So we aren't surprised to be compared with the best business schools. With two campuses in Switzerland and one in Singapore, as well as an innovation village open to our students, we are proud of the unique offer that has been developed in recent years,"

For more info visit the site www.ehl.edu

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Robots are taking over hospitality industry

International vacationers and travelers believe that robots are best used for unpleasant and strenuous tasks such as disposing of garbage, cleaning, and carrying and storing heavy items, says a new study from Ball State University.

The study examined how 1,676 respondents from 103 countries and territories feel about the use of automated machines in these sectors

The study found:

  • People perceive that robots should not be used in position that require sophisticated judgment calls.

  • The public seems to be generally accepting of using robots to deliver services at receptions in hotels and other facilities.

  • In general, respondents consider robots as suitable for housekeeping tasks, and show support for robot use for laundry.

  • The respondents show a willingness to have robots do many tasks in the food service industry, apart from preparing food.

  • The data from the survey show a great deal of skepticism in terms of accepting the use of self-driving vehicles, whether a car, train, bus, ship, or airplane. Self-driving airplanes are the technology that respondents seem to be most against.

  • The data suggest that customers expect that the use of robots will cause a reduction in costs to them as end consumers of services.

“Implementing robots in these industries should be done in a cautious way that enables customers to see the benefits, keeping service levels high and cutting the cost of services to the end-user, "

“The future is more automated and travel, tourism, and hospitality industries have to realize the transformation is already here,”

“The technologies that allow for automation improve in quality by the day and the demographics in developed countries illustrate a long-term labor shortage in service industries,”

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Four Seasons Hotel Doha Opens Following Expansive Renovations

Four Seasons Hotel Doha is now open and welcoming its first guests following extensive renovations and a complete redesign by Pierre-Yves Rochon. The world-renowned interior designer has reshaped the property into an unmatched luxury destination at the center of Qatar’s capital city, with residential warmth and comfort that is further enhanced by the friendly and intuitive service that is reflective of Four Seasons hospitality.

The entrance has been enhanced with a grandiose door, reminiscent of grande dame entrances, and the Lobby has been redesigned as an open-plan space, allowing light to flood through the foyer as well as boasting views of the Arabian Gulf. The Lobby boasts an array of handmade and bespoke Italian furnishings, including a hand-blown glass chandelier that takes center stage and adorns the Lobby’s ceiling.

Set along the picturesque beachfront of the Arabian Gulf, and in close proximity to the cultural landmarks of Doha, the vast renovations span an entire redesign of the Hotel’s bedrooms, suites, guest floors, Lobby and dining outlets. The public areas have adopted a range of greens to evoke the feeling of a garden and new life.

In addition to offering Hermès amenities in all suites, and state-of-the-art technology. Pierre-Yves Rochon’s inspiration was the capital city itself, where the world of man and the beauty of nature meet. The redesigned rooms follow a soothing spectrum of blues and beiges reflecting the colors of Doha, where the sky, sea, sand, and earth come together and impart a more residential feeling.

 As well as a complete redesign of the interiors, the Hotel introduces the expansion, as well as the redevelopment, of its diverse dining and lounge concepts. Arabica, located on the ground floor of the Hotel, returns with a contemporary new look and coffee and dessert bar. Bold and neutral in its color scheme, the space houses marble furniture that echoes the octagonal shape of the conservatory. This will be the destination of bespoke coffee, specializing in single-origin beans and a selection of reimagined takes on childhood favorites, including an ever-changing variety of doughnuts and cupcakes.

The re-opening of the Hotel also welcomes The Study, an outdoor bar and lounge concept, on a terrace adjoining the Library and Cigar Lounge – a city favorite that maintains its beloved classic features while also serving a selection of cocktails, each with their own story to tell. The Study is inspired by that of Ernest Hemingway as a place of thought and reflection and reflects the palm trees and the sea outdoors. This outdoor space is yet another addition to the Hotel’s unique variety of dining outlets.

The completion of further enhancements will be announced later in 2020 and will include the refurbishment of a space previously held by Il Teatro, which will relaunch with a brand new concept by a celebrated Michelin star chef.

In addition to the city’s burgeoning arts scene, it will continue to host the Qatar International Food Festival taking place from March 20 to 30, 2020. The multicultural festival celebrates the country's diverse food, beverage, and hospitality offerings as well as invites visitors to enjoy special culinary experiences in scenic outdoor spaces. Four Seasons Hotel Doha will host its very own celebration, World of Nobu, on March 25 and 26, 2020. Celebrating Chef Nobu’s long and personal journey to becoming a global sensation, nine head chefs from Nobu restaurants around the world, including himself, will unite for two days of gastronomic events.

Guests can enjoy 25 percent off the Hotel’s Room Rate when booking stays at least 21 days in advance.

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Hyatt Regency Delhi powers up for an eco-friendly future

Hyatt Regency Delhi is the first of many to be a plastic-free hotel and to introduce e-charging stations for electric cars with an aim to reduce their carbon footprint

A plastic-free hotel

The fully-automated water bottling plant at Hyatt Regency Delhi endeavors to eradicate approximately 1.08 million plastic bottles a year, by making the switch to reusable glass bottles! This process saves 28 tons of plastic waste every year

This fully automated plant can produce up to 500 bottles of water per hour

In a separate 500-liter tank, water is passed through a separate UV machine and 0.45-micron filter, to ensure that it is fit for drinking

The power of a million is a sustainable promise, keeping in mind the best interests of its patrons and our beautiful planet!

Electric charging points for electric cars

Hyatt Regency Delhi has become one of the few hotels to introduce e-charging stations for electric cars to provide a solution to the growing need of car charging points for electric cars and to propagate and encourage a sustainable and healthy lifestyle for their guests

It is a part of its sustainability initiative.

10 e-charging stations are currently available at the hotel and each one of them takes about 8-10 hours to fully charge any car

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Tourist visas in UAE will now be issued for a period of five years

Multiple-entry tourist visas will now be issued for five years earlier it was with a validity of 30 or 90 days for all nationalities being UAE as an international tourist destination, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum decided this so that the system of issuing tourist visa comes in a bid to support the UAE’s tourism economy, and establish the country’s position as a global tourist destination and it is also associated with the government’s wider plans to prepare the country for the next 50 years of development

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