
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS: Luxury travel advisor Virtuoso has launched an ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) business division, led by general manager Shelby Donley.

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Organised by the Master Innholders, this year’s Hotel Leadership Conference was held at Hilton London Bankside and focussed on the theme ‘Distilling Excellence’.

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Data published by global real estate advisor Knight Frank shows that investment into UK hotels has increased by nearly 200 per cent YOY to £6.3 billion.Â

Reading Time: < 1 minuteUK: Luxury collection Hand Picked Hotels has cut staff hours across its portfolio due to fall in demand.Â

Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: Boutique brand and hospitality management company Lark Hotels has entered into a joint venture with hotel brand and operator Life House.

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Luxury collection Harbour Hotels has donated more than £33,000 throughout the year to support hospitality-based charity Room to Reward.

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: A recent survey by Best Western Hotel Group (BWH) UK has found that independent hoteliers face cost increases up to £750,000 as a result of the Autumn Budget.

Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: Marriott International has expanded its outdoor-focused lodging offerings by signing founding deals with two experiential travel brands – Postcard Cabins and Trailborn.

Reading Time: 2 minutesWorldwide: Preferred Travel Group has launched its Climate Action Plan which outlines the goal of achieving net zero emissions by no later than 2050.

Reading Time: < 1 minuteUK: London hotel group The Wesley has achieved ECOsmart Gold accreditation by Greengage.