5 June 2025 - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 2

How the hospitality industry can gain greater control over purchasing

💸 Amid regulatory challenges, the hospitality industry faces supply procurement issues, exacerbated by economic volatility and logistics. Shane Lonowski from The Farnam, Omaha, highlights longer lead times due to fewer stocked high-cost items. Nearly 30 years post-launch, Amazon revolutionizes hospitality supply management through Amazon Business, offering bulk orders and analytics. With integrations across 300+ platforms, it simplifies procurement, enhancing compliance while maintaining service standards, enabling businesses to prioritize guest care effectively.

IHG opens 80th avid hotel

🏨 IHG’s avid hotels opened its 80th property, a 71-room hotel in Coralville, Iowa, near the University of Iowa. Owned by Westcor JD Royal Hospitality, it features a sound-reducing design and a revamped breakfast that includes scrambled eggs and premium coffee. The chain has 131 hotels in the pipeline, making it IHG's fastest-growing new-build brand. Other recent openings include the 118-room hotel in Querétaro, Mexico, and an 80-room hotel in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

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Preferred Travel Group appoints chief development officer

📋 Worldwide: Preferred Travel Group appointed Philipp Weghmann as Chief Development Officer (CDO) and President of Beyond Green. Weghmann, with over 20 years in hospitality, previously led The Luxury Collection at Marriott. Beyond Green was acquired by PTG in 2020. He will drive PTG’s global development and oversee the Integrated Quality Assurance and Alliance Partner programs. CEO Lindsay Ueberroth emphasizes his role in aligning PTG's growth with sustainable hospitality goals.

World’s first AI island to open in the Philippines

💻 Philippines, 2025: Dan Thomson, Sensay CEO, is launching Sensay Island, the first AI-powered island. Featuring 17 AI replicas of historical leaders, including Churchill and Mandela, the island's government is designed for transparent policymaking. With £2.5 million in pre-seed funding, the island allows global citizens to become 'e-residents' to propose and vote on policies. Tourism boards can collaborate using Sensay's technology for unique guest experiences. Sensay aims to redefine governance and tourism through AI.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts signs dual-branded hotel in London’s Waterloo

📍 Scheduled for the last quarter of 2028 in London, a new dual-branded IHG development will add 354 rooms to their portfolio. The voco London – Waterloo will feature 182 rooms, while Hotel Indigo & Suites London – Waterloo will offer 172 rooms, marking its European debut. Both will share amenities and are situated near cultural landmarks. The project aims for BREEAM Excellent certification, incorporating sustainable technologies. This expansion strengthens IHG’s UK presence, collaborating with Palm Holdings.

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Introducing Perro From Matt Wilden

🍝 Chef Matt Wilden will open his new restaurant, Perro, in Kings Heath, Birmingham, in late June 2025. Perro offers a cozy 12-seat space, serving Mexican-influenced small plates and cocktails by Katie Rouse of Couch. By day, it features deli sandwiches and Vietnamese iced coffee, transforming at night into a low-lit dining spot. Perro will host creative events, fostering a community spirit. Fridays and Saturdays feature late-night cocktails and snacks. Follow @perro.bhx for updates.

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📊 Boutique hotel GMs face challenges juggling 12 roles, including guest experience and revenue management, without corporate or digital agency support. A poor digital presence, such as a subpar website and Google Business Profile, impacts guest perception and visibility. Despite the lack of resources, optimizing these digital assets can boost direct bookings. A well-structured website and optimized profile are crucial for trust and rankings, offering a potential solution for overstretched GMs seeking better online visibility.

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Scandic expands in Sweden with new alpine hotel in Sälen

🏖 Scandic Hotels and Lima Besparingsskog will lease a new hotel in Sälen with 120 rooms and 16 apartments. It will boast ski-in, ski-out access between Tandådalen and Hundfjället. The hotel features a wellness area, and a new ski lift will be added. It's part of Scandic's Nordic expansion, including new openings in Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Umeå by 2026. The eco-friendly hotel will be certified by Nordic Swan Ecolabel, promoting sustainable practices.

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A Bite of Shanghai: Shanghai’s Culinary Mastery Comes to London for One Night, exclusively at CORD by Le Cordon Bleu

🍽 On Wednesday, June 11, 2025, Le Cordon Bleu London hosts "A Bite of Shanghai" at CORD on Fleet Street, celebrating Shanghai’s culinary heritage. Chef Ren Defeng, a Shanghai-style chef, collaborates with Le Cordon Bleu's chef team. Tickets cost £110, with a wine pairing at £55. Le Cordon Bleu, celebrating its 130th anniversary in 2025, operates 35 institutes in over 20 countries, training over 20,000 students annually. The event is part of the “Chinese Cuisine World Expression” series.

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HUŎ to open second site in Belsize Village this summer

🍴 In July 2025, HUŎ will open in Belsize Village, London, expanding from their 2021 Chelsea debut. Restaurateurs Graham Rebak and Adam Wilkie bring Asian cuisine to NW3. Head Chef Yam Gurung's menu features Chinese and Southeast Asian dishes, with sharing plates like Thai Lobster Crackers and Szechuan Chilli Prawns. Designed by Jonathan Clark Architects, the space accommodates 110 guests across a main dining area, bar, private room, and terrace. The restaurant features Asian art and vibrant decor.

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