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Dometic minibars awarded Most Efficient mark for 4 years in a row by ENERGY STAR
Dometic’s minibars have been recognized as the Most Efficient of ENERGY STAR® for the fourth consecutive year, maintaining their position as industry leaders in energy efficiency. The company has achieved recognition for 11 minibar models in 2025, demonstrating continued commitment to sustainability and innovation in hospitality solutions.
Hyatt Announces Senior Leadership Changes Amid Evolution to More Brand-Focused Enterprise
Marc Jacheet joins Hyatt to lead EAME region; Javier Águila appointed as Chief Growth Officer; Jim Chu named Head of Owner Relations
Hyatt Centric Brand Expands Its Global Presence with New & Upcoming Hotel Openings
The brand expects to grow its global footprint by 50 percent by the end of 2028 with artistically curated spaces that inspire exploration and serve as a local home base in every destination.
Al Habtoor Palace Budapest Debuts and Joins Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ Prestigious Legend Collection
Al Habtoor Palace Budapest, the ultra-luxury hotel that debuted in February as the first European property of the Emirati hospitality brand, Al Habtoor Group, has officially joined Preferred Hotels & Resorts ‘ prestigious Legend Collection, following in the footsteps of its sister property, Al Habtoor Dubai, that joined the collection in late 2024. The Legend Collection is renowned for its global sophistication and cultural refinement, offering unforgettable experiences and elevating extraordinary properties worldwide. This distinguished inclusion highlights the hotel’s commitment to excellence, with exceptional accommodations, personalised service, world-class dining, and wellness offerings, solidifying its place as a premier destination that blends Dubai’s legendary hospitality with Budapest’s rich heritage.
BWH Hotels launches carbon calculator for its UK properties as guests say they’d pay more for sustainable stays
BWH Hotels is enabling its 230 independent UK hotels to take control of their carbon footprint with the launch of a new carbon calculator.
Hyatt Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (“Hyatt,” “the Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) (NYSE: H) today reported fourth quarter and full year 2024 results. Highlights include:
Guestline’s GuestPay supports mobile wallet payments
Google Pay and Apple Pay added to payment platform enabling hoteliers to meet guest payment preferences and grab a share of the $80billion market
Hyatt Announces Plans To Add Hotels In New Markets In Europe, Africa, And The Middle East
Plans to add hotels in 13 new destinations by 2028; Spain remains key growth market; new joint venture with Spanish Grupo Piñero drives all-inclusive growth
Meeting modern guest preferences
As more drinkers consider low or no-alcohol alternatives, brewers and distillers are scrambling to secure the right flavour profi les. Innovators are rushing ahead, experimenting with different ingredients, flavours and production methods. Dan Cave speaks to Rohan Radhakrishnan, co-founder of Quarter; and Professor Sotirios Kampranis, founder at EvodiaBio, to get the lowdown on some booze-free bar options.
Plan of action
Ed Schofield, a lecturer in business development and strategy at Glion Institute of Higher Education, and former GM for Renaissance hotels in the UK, discusses the hotel business plan – and why it’s important