All articles by Amit Thadani
Amit Thadani
Radisson Hotel Group Takes Major Step to Becoming Net-Zero by 2050 with approved Science Based Targets
Radisson Hotel Group, one of the world’s leading hotel groups, has received confirmation and validation of its near-term Science Based Targets (SBTs) aligned with its commitment to be Net-Zero by 2050. The authentication has been provided by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) a partnership between experts such as CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) and the United Nations Global Compact, which drives ambitious climate action in business. It places Radisson Hotel Group amongst top companies in the world who align with the COP climate goals and set their carbon reduction targets according to science.
Radisson Blu arrives in Perth, the gateway to the Scottish Highlands
Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel, Perth, the Scottish city on the River Tay known as the “Gateway to the Highlands” of Scotland. The hotel occupies a landmark property that first opened in 1890 as one of the original British railway hotels.
Fourteen IP and Ascom strengthen partnership with five-star project for global hospitality chain
Ascom reseller and valued partner, Fourteen IP, has completed a major telephony upgrade for one of the UK’s most prestigious serviced apartment properties – leveraging Ascom’s enterprise class smartphones to help the customer streamline a five-star service.
Kerten Hospitality’s “Pipeline with a Purpose” sees one new opening a month between now and the end of 2022
New properties in Rome and Marrakesh follow recent openings in Tbilisi and Istanbul
INTRODUCING STUDIO MOREN
Hospitality design specialist Dexter Moren Associates (DMA) is excited to announce a rebranding and change of name to Studio Moren. The rebrand reflects a further evolution of the studio and its collaborative approach to hotel architecture, interior design and integrated hospitality solutions. The new name will be effective immediately.
Wyboston Lakes Resort commits to 4-year Green Energy Roadmap
Wyboston Lakes Resort has developed a 4-year Green Energy Roadmap as the foundation for its plan to become self-sufficient by producing its own green energy using the natural resources available at the Resort, which will help to achieve its Net Zero Carbon Emissions target.
Grand Hyatt Kuwait – tells the tale of an ancient culture and modern interior design.
With influences from the Arabian sea and infusions of Islamic geometry, Grand Hyatt Kuwait tells the tale of an ancient culture and modern interior design.
A British style of Michelin
Appreciation of British cuisine has changed drastically over the years, especially in the UK’s Michelin-starred restaurants. Brooke Theis speaks to Steve Smith at The Latymer in Surrey and Paul Leonard at The Forest Side in Cumbria, about the evolution of Michelin-starred hotel restaurants in the UK and what changing appetites spell for the future of the hospitality industry.
Going above and beyond
The spa and wellness sector is no longer limited to pampering – the focus has now shifted to the importance of health and well-being. Mae Lossaso looks at the rising popularity of these new therapies as she speaks to Julien Surget, managing director of the Canyon Group, and Ferbâl Yaman, marketing & communications manager at Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum, to find out more.
Themed hotels: Whacky or wonderful?
Though themed hotels have long enjoyed a place in the industry, decking them out in dramatic designs has recently become far more popular as zany styles can be perfect for securing return visitors. But if themed properties are often a testament to the passions of hoteliers and punters alike, success is far from assured. Andrea Valentino talks to Claus Böbel, owner of a sausage-themed hotel in Germany, and Andy White, a prominent themed hotel designer, to learn more.