Shropshire is named in the world’s top 10 ‘destinations to watch’ in 2024 as travel company praises the historic region’s ‘beautiful landscapes, towns and villages’

  • It is the first time anywhere in the UK has made the list by travel company Abta

When choosing your next holiday, thoughts might naturally turn to the beaches of Bali or the slopes of Chamonix.

But families should perhaps look a little closer to home, as travel bosses have hailed the county of Shropshire as one of the top ten global ‘destinations to watch’ this year.

It is the first time anywhere in the UK has made

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Toronto could house refugees at Vaughan hotel amid shelter crunch

A key city committee has endorsed nearly $86 million in new spending to support Toronto’s crowded shelter system, including cash to house some refugees at a hotel in Vaughan.

Councilors on the general government committee have approved a package of new, and renewed, non-competitive contracts city staff said are “critical” to support the shelter system. They also outlined the challenges of finding even temporary space in local hotels for refugee claimants, who now account for over half of the people in Toronto shelters.

The general manager of the city’s shelter and support services, Gord Tanner, said the humanitarian crisis that

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Earnings call: Choice Hotels posts robust Q1 growth, eyes expansion

Choice Hotels (NYSE:) International (NYSE: CHH) has reported a strong start to 2024 with substantial growth in the first quarter, marking a 17% increase in adjusted EBITDA and a 14% rise in adjusted EPS compared to the same period last year.

The company’s success is attributed to the revenue synergies from the integration of Radisson Americas and a robust global pipeline. With significant investments in franchisee systems and a focus on direct online channels, Choice Hotels is optimistic about its long-term growth prospects, including brand expansion and strategic partnerships.

Key Takeaways

  • Adjusted EBITDA rose by 17%, and adjusted EPS increased
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Asia Pacific Excluding China Hotel Construction Reaches New Highs with 13% Year-Over-Year Project Count Growth




  • Asia Pacific Excluding China Hotel Construction Reaches New Highs with 13% Year-Over-Year Project Count Growth

As seen in the Q1 2024 Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE), the total pipeline in the Asia Pacific region, excluding China, (APEC) reached a record-breaking project total of 2,021 projects/402,312 rooms. This new all-time high represents a 7% year-over-year (YOY) increase in projects and a 2% YOY increase in rooms.

At the close of the first quarter, there are 866 projects/198,267 rooms under construction throughout the region. Additionally, there are 340 projects/65,259 rooms scheduled

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Unlocking the Advantages of Sustainable Practices for Hoteliers




  • Unlocking the Advantages of Sustainable Practices for Hoteliers

Sustainability has become a major buzzword in various industries, and the hospitality sector is no exception. Sustainability in the hotel industry refers to the measures taken to reduce the environmental impact of hotel operations. This can include energy conservation, waste reduction, water efficiency, and sourcing local and organic food for hotel restaurants.

A recent Global Business Travel Association report that surveyed GBTA members and global stakeholders found that the vast majority of respondents were already implementing eco-friendly practices on property. In fact, 92% of the

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Penticton council gives staff a node to look at whether a hotel could be added to convention center – Penticton News

City of Penticton staff will be looking into whether a hotel attached to the Penticton Trade and Convention Center is feasible, thanks to a motion from a city councillor.

At Tuesday’s meeting, Coun. Isaac Gilbert asked for a vote on whether to direct staff to report back with an outline of the steps necessary to achieve a hotel for the area as part of the North Gateway Plan.

The area around the PTCC has seen growth, as the city continues to work on development to transform the northwestern tip of Penticton into a vibrant community over

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New hotel, condos coming to Hudson’s Detroit

A rendering of the hotel (Photo: Bedrock)

A luxury hotel and condos will open in Hudson’s Detroit, Bedrock announced Wednesday.

Detroit EDITION and The Residences will occupy all 45 floors of the tower. They will provide both the opportunity to stay and live in the Hudson’s building, with hotel rooms and 97 condos for sale. Bedrock says it will be Detroit’s first five-star hotel.

“Hudson’s Detroit is synonymous with excellence, style and grit, so it is only fitting that it will be home to legendary and iconic global brands,” said Dan Gilbert, Founder of Bedrock.

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PoB Hotels adds two country houses to its collection

By Angela Green: PoB Hotels adds two country houses to its collection.

Hotel News is sponsored by SoftBank Robotics

PoB Hotels has announced the inclusion of two properties, The Montagu Arms in the New Forest and Homewood Hotel & Spa positioned close to Bath into its collection.

The Montague Arms

Kalindi Juneja, CEO of PoB Hotels, said of the additions: “These two exceptional properties perfectly complement our portfolio, embodying the epitome of luxury, elegance, and personalized service. As we continue to expand our collection, we remain steadfast in our commitment to delivering unforgettable experiences for our guests in destinations that

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