Hospitality
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Hilton Marks 100th Hotel Milestone in Türkiye with Istanbul Airport Opening
Hilton has reached a 100-hotel milestone in Türkiye with the opening of its new 485-room property directly adjacent to Istanbul Airport.
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Innisfree Hotels Breaks Ground on $100M Pensacola Beach Project
Innisfree Hotels has begun construction on a $100 million Hampton Inn & Suites, a project developers call the final major beachfront hotel development in the area.
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Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo Unveils Summer Renovations and New Dining Concepts
The historic Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo has completed a new phase of renovations, featuring the opening of Bar Gustave and refreshed suites, as Société des Bains de Mer expands its luxury offerings for summer 2026.
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Meliá Hotels International Exits 15 Properties in Cuba Amid Regional Instability
Spanish hospitality giant Meliá Hotels International has terminated management and branding for 15 Cuban properties, citing deteriorating operational conditions and a sharp decline in regional tourism.
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Hospitality Leaders Demand VAT Reform as Youth Employment Crisis Deepens
Prominent hospitality figures, including Ravneet Gill, are urging the UK government to reduce VAT, citing unsustainable operating costs and a direct impact on youth employment opportunities.
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Inside the Stockport Pyramid: A High-Pressure Culinary Transformation
Channel 4’s new documentary ‘World’s Best Curry Restaurant’ chronicles the logistical scale and exacting management behind the Royal Nawaab’s takeover of the iconic Stockport Pyramid.
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National and Regional Stars Shine at Irish Restaurant Awards
The 2026 awards celebrated Ireland’s culinary scene, honoring Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud and spotlighting regional talent and industry excellence.
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Glenside Hotel Closes Indefinitely Following Major Fire
The award-winning Glenside Hotel in Drogheda has closed indefinitely after a significant fire caused extensive damage to the premises on April 13, 2026.
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Kimberly-Clark Supply Chain Faces New Logistics Pressures
Rising demand for hygiene dispensers is reshaping Kimberly-Clark’s supply chain, with a focus on premium touchless solutions for key industries.
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Pubs Push Back Against Ed Miliband’s Energy Advice Tool
UK Energy Secretary Ed Miliband has faced sharp criticism from the hospitality sector after launching an energy advice tool that suggests pubs turn off bottle fridges and serve warmer beer.
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Viking Cruises: Pioneering Global Talent Hubs and Immersive Cultural Journeys
Viking Cruises strategically establishes Budapest as a key recruitment hub for its European river fleet while offering unique culinary and cultural immersion experiences on its Mississippi River voyages.
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Oman’s Hospitality Sector Surges 18% in 2025 Amid Tourism Expansion and New Air Routes
Oman’s hospitality sector achieved a record 18% revenue growth in 2025, driven by rising tourist arrivals, government investment, and expanded flight connections—including SalamAir’s new Damascus route—solidifying the country’s role as a Middle Eastern tourism hub.
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Ashton Kutcher Joins $2.7 Billion Soho House Deal, Transforming the Hospitality Industry
Actor and tech investor Ashton Kutcher leads a consortium in a $2.7 billion deal to take Soho House private, marking a significant shift in the hospitality landscape.


