Friday, August 15, 2014
The Woburn Hotel undergoes refurbishment
The Inn at Woburn has recently been renamed The Woburn Hotel, in keeping with other entities across The Woburn Estate, namely Woburn Abbey and Gardens, Woburn Safari Park and Woburn Golf Club.
The hotel boasts 55 refurbished rooms, including cottages and suites, all with free Wi-Fi and ample space for working or relaxing, providing the perfect base for business travellers.
The refurbishment has been completed with the needs of corporate customers in mind, from improved meeting room facilities to high quality accommodation.
The Woburn Hotel is the ideal location for business meetings, seminars, training events or conferences.
With three function suites it can cater from two to 80 delegates and is fitted with modern AV equipment to suit your needs.
There is also ample free car parking for all delegates.
With Woburn Abbey, Woburn Safari Park and Woburn Golf Club just a stone’s throw away from the hotel, adding special experiences to your agenda is easy and can give your event a distinctive edge.
London, Oxford and Cambridge are only an hour by road and Milton Keynes is just ten minutes away.
This central location, plus excellent rail and airport links, combine to make The Woburn Hotel an appealing alternative to busy town centre hotels.
In addition to the revised name, The Woburn Hotel has launched a new website, which showcases the recently refurbished accommodation and meeting spaces and incorporates a new online booking engine which allows guests to book accommodation directly through the hotel website.
The hotel’s Olivier’s restaurant features an a la carte menu blending contemporary and continental cuisine, created using the finest locally sourced ingredients.
Alternatively, business guests can relax in the informal setting of the Tavistock Bar.
Sue Crowley, general manager of The Woburn Hotel, commented: “The Woburn Hotel offers business clients something that is almost unique in the area, a contemporary and stylish hotel in a very traditional setting with fantastic customer service; combining to give the perfect experience.”
World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony: Divani Palace Acropolis
Breaking Travel News is in Athens for the World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony and here visits the Divani Palace Acropolis at the foot of the capital’s most famous landmark.
On his Greek odyssey, presenter Phil Blizzard here talks to the hotel manager George Moldovanos about its facilities, the magnificent location for leisure travellers and the importance of the MICE market.
He also gives an insight into his most famous neighbour, the Acropolis, as well his views on the state of
the Greek economy.
World Travel Awards arrives in Athens ahead of Europe Gala Ceremony 2014
World Travel Awards has arrived at Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso in Athens, Greece, to complete final preparations ahead of the Europe Gala Ceremony 2014.
The event will take place on August 2nd, with hundreds of hospitality industry leaders expected to attend in order to discover who has won the coveted prizes.
The ceremony will be hosted by Greek celebrity presenters Thodoris Koutsogiannopoulos and Mary Sinatsaki, with a stellar entertainment line-up also set to perform. Highlights include an exclusive headline show from the Greek pop-rock sensation Onirama and a performance from the Dora Stratou Greek Dancers.
Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso will host the event
Speaking ahead of the Gala Ceremony, World Travel Awards President Graham Cooke said: “Greece has shown remarkable resilience over the past five years, recovering swiftly from the economy turmoil which swept the country to reclaim its rightful place at the forefront of European tourism.
“World Travel Awards is proud to be here at Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso to show our support for the hospitality sector and to recognise those organisations which have seized the opportunity in recent years to emerge stronger than ever.”
World Travel Awards celebrates its 21st anniversary this year, with the Europe Gala Ceremony the second stop on the annual Grand Tour.
The tour, which visited Dubai earlier this year, will also include stops in Abuja (Nigeria), Quito (Ecuador), New Delhi (India), and the beautiful Caribbean island of Anguilla, before arriving in Marrakech, Morocco, for the Grand Final in November.
Take a look at the official website for more information.
Fraser Suites Edinburgh continues golden run at World Travel Awards
Continuing the nation’s winning streak, Fraser Suites Edinburgh celebrated success at the World Travel Awards this weekend, winning the title of Scotland’s Leading Serviced Apartment 2014.
The luxury boutique hotel and serviced apartments set in the heart of the capital was recognised for its outstanding levels of service and quality in a fiercely contended category judged by hospitality industry peers and guests.
Speaking from the Gala Ceremony in Athens, Greece, Heather McNamee, regional general manager, commented: “It was a tremendous honour to collect the award on behalf of the fantastic team at Fraser Suites Edinburgh.
“The standards across the category were phenomenal, so it’s a real thrill to have been recognised as a world leader in the serviced apartment sector.
“The success is testament to the hard work and dedication shown by all at Fraser Suites Edinburgh, and I can’t wait to bring the award home to share this great achievement with the team.”
With views across Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle, Fraser Suites Edinburgh offers in-room self-service catering facilities with the luxury of daily servicing, The Broadsheet Bistro restaurant, room service and on-site gym, amply meeting the needs of both business and leisure guests.
The 75 stylishly appointed rooms, suites and apartments offer opulent surroundings and for those looking for designer accommodation, Fraser Suites Edinburgh has a range of feature suites each with bespoke features that create a unique identity and ambiance.
These include the dramatic Observatory Suite, the tranquil Princes Suite and the contemporary French-influenced Courant Suite.
For more information visit the official website.
Dukes St James London celebrates at World Travel Awards
Dukes general manager, Debrah Dhugga, was at the World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony to celebrate the victory
Dukes St James London is celebrating its latest success at the World Travel Awards, with the luxury boutique hotel being awarded England’s Leading Hotel, proudly retaining this esteemed title for a consecutive year.
Dukes general manager, Debrah Dhugga, attended the awards on behalf of the hotel and commented: “It is an honour to be awarded such a prestigious award and as a result, to be shortlisted for the Grand Final of the World Travel Awards later this year.
“Myself and the Dukes London team recognise this is a huge achievement for the hotel and feel this is an acknowledgement the hotel is highly deserving of.”
The World Travel Awards acknowledge, reward, and celebrate excellence across all sectors of the tourism industry in Europe, and the winners are automatically shortlisted for the World Travel Awards.
Today, the WTA brand is recognised globally as the ultimate hallmark of quality, with winners setting the benchmark to which all others aspire.
The annual programme is renowned as the most prestigious and comprehensive in the travel and tourism industry.
Dukes St James London is tucked away in a cobbled court yard off St James’ and is a member of the prestigious, Small Luxury Hotels of The World.
Marriott Rewards links with Etihad Airways for loyalty scheme
Marriott International’s award-winning loyalty program, Marriott Rewards, just got better.
By joining forces with Etihad Airways’ loyalty program, Etihad Guest, customers can now redeem their Marriott Rewards Points for Etihad Guest Miles, as well as choosing to earn Etihad Guest Miles for all stays at Marriott properties worldwide.
The partnership is a great way for travellers to enjoy immediate awards and instant gratification when booking a hotel stay or flight resulting in a free vacation. In addition, the collaboration enables customers to redeem their points against group travel, making stays with friends, family or colleagues that bit easier and more cost effective.
“This new partnership is great for Marriott guests everywhere - giving them the flexibility to earn Etihad Guest miles from their stays and subsequently spend these miles on flights with Etihad Airways or one of the many other Etihad Guest airline partners, or spend them on the Etihad Guest RewardShop for one of thousands of products,” said Barry Green, managing director, Etihad Guest.
“They can also choose to transfer their miles to cash, to spend at any one of 30 million outlets worldwide, using the Etihad Guest exclusive feature – PointsPay.”
Both Marriott International and Etihad Airways have a vast global footprint helping ensure individuals and families can travel with ease.
With more than 4,000 properties, and more than 690,000 rooms in 78 countries and territories, Marriott promises a home-away from home where you go.
In addition, regional travellers can benefit from the hoteliers extensive Middle East and Africa reach with 161 properties across 18 countries offering a total of 23,701 rooms spanning eight brands; JW Marriott, Marriott Hotels, Renaissance Hotels, The Ritz-Carlton, Residence Inn by Marriott, Courtyard by Marriott, Marriott Executive Apartments and Protea Hotels.
Commenting on the partnership Neal Jones, chief sales and marketing officer, Marriott International Middle East & Africa said: “Marriott Rewards and Etihad Guest are committed to opening up travel experiences and this partnership is testament to that promise.
“Etihad Airways is an airline renowned for its Arabian hospitality; one that is cultured, considerate, warm and generous – a brand that shares Marriott International’s dedication to superior hospitality.
“In addition, our rewards program is designed to award customers for their loyalty by providing them with access to free vacations no matter where they choose to travel.”
Coupled with Etihad Airways’ network of passenger destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia and the Americas, travellers now have greater access to a number of destinations both locally and globally.
Hôtel Fouquet’s Barrière cements reputation with World Travel Awards win
Stéphane Trycionka, centre, picks up the awards from WTA founder Graham Cooke
Hôtel Fouquet’s Barrière has confirmed its status as an exceptional luxury establishment by winning for the second year in a row the titles of Europe’s Leading City Hotel and France’s Leading Hotel Suite at the World Travel Awards.
The World Travel Awards 2014 ceremony took place in Athens, Greece.
The event distinguishes excellence in all areas of the travel and tourism industry.
The two awards won by Hôtel Fouquet’s Barrière are the result of votes emanating from both industry professionals (decision-makers, buyers, tour operators, travel agencies) and members of the public.
Stéphane Trycionka, director of sales and marketing at Hôtel Fouquet’s Barrière, accepted both awards and declared: “The continuous and international acknowledgement of the World Travel Awards perfectly underlines our expertise in the luxury hospitality industry.
“I am extremely proud and honoured, in the name of the entire Hôtel Fouquet’s Barrière team, to receive these two awards.”
From the hotel’s fifth floor, the 250m2 Presidential Suite overlooks the Champs-Elysées.
The spacious bright suite also offers a teak wood terrace with superb views over the hotel’s garden.
White ostrich leather armchairs, mahogany bookcase, beige and raspberry fabric covered walls in the reception area, gold leaf covered pivotal doors, black velvet and damask chairs and sofas.
Materials and colours echo each other to create a harmonious and elegant style.
The Parisian Grande Suite, an amazing 535 m2 of luxurious comfort in the heart of the Champs-Elysées, comes to life when privatizing the entire fifth floor.
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