Archive for July, 2008

IHG New Hotel Opening in Egypt

Sunday, July 13th, 2008

Spanning four hotels, one expansive convention centre and incorporating over 1,200 rooms, InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is delighted to announce that Sovereign Hospitality Holdings, owned by M.A. Kharafi Group of Kuwait, has awarded IHG the exclusive management contract for Port Ghalib Resort, in Marsa Alam, Egypt. (more…)

UK Chain Hotels Market Review

Sunday, July 13th, 2008

UK chain hotels recorded an overall drop in profit during May despite average occupancy holding steady, according to the latest HotStats survey from TRI Hospitality Consulting. (more…)

St Andrews wins Training and Development Award

Sunday, July 13th, 2008

The Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa in St Andrews has, once again, been awarded an Investors in People accreditation, which formally recognises the commitment to the training and development of all employees at the luxury hotel. (more…)

Australia’s Hotel Industry reaches record levels

Sunday, July 13th, 2008

Australia’s hotel industry is still Up, Up & Away according to the delegates who attended the Australia, New Zealand & Pacific Hotel Investment Conference (ANZPHIC 08) held under this theme on 20 and 21 June at the Hilton Sydney. Over 400 delegates joined 60 international and local presenters and panellists to discuss the state of the industry and its outlook. (more…)