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Tracking UK migration: Small boats, asylum hotels and visas
UK net migration has dropped to the lowest level, outside of the Covid pandemic, since 2012. How does that sit alongside other key migration measures, including asylum applications, small boat arrivals and visas granted? Scroll down to find out…
Massive loss' if Chateau La Chaire hotel became private home
The possibility of a luxury hotel becoming a private home would be 'a massive loss' to the island, according to the constable of St Martin, Karen Shenton Stone. The owners of Château La Chaire are seeking permission to turn it into a…
This is the best-value hotel on the French Riviera
Hotel Le G was a Nice wild card for a quick stay, leaping off a booking-site page among a dearth of bland, old-school, or overpriced accommodation. It's a family hotel, formerly Hotel Geneve, rejuvenated by the owner's children into the…
I've found the best family-friendly hotels in the UK for a summer break
The bank holiday is just around the corner, and with long airport queues to enter Europe, a family break in the UK is looking more tempting than ever. Thankfully, you can find hotels in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland that treat…
Best AI Assistant for Hotel Guest Support in 2026
The best AI assistant for hotel guest support in 2026 depends on what the hotel actually needs to automate. CustomGPT.ai is particularly compelling for hotels that want a no-code, source-grounded assistant built from their own website, policies…
Best AI Chatbots for Hotels in 2026: 10 Compared
The best AI chatbots for hotels in 2026 include CustomGPT.ai, HiJiffy, Asksuite, Canary Technologies, Quicktext, DialogShift, Zendesk AI, Intercom Fin, Chatbase, and Tidio Lyro. The right choice depends on the job: CustomGPT.ai is well suited to…
Designing Dreams: Crafting Unforgettable Hotel Experiences Through Innovative Design
Hotel design is not merely about constructing a building or selecting aesthetically pleasing furniture. It is about creating an immersive experience that lingers in the minds of guests long after their stay. Each element, from the lobby's ambiance…
Hotel giant swoops on two popular Sydney pubs in $90m deal
Two popular Sydney pubs, The Clock in Surry Hills and The Bank in Newtown, have changed hands in a deal said to be worth $90 million-plus. Pub giant Australian Venue Co swooped on the two venues after they were offered for sale by Amalgamated…
Runway Hotel on market for $45m
RUNWAY Hotel in Piarco has been placed on the market for $45 million, according to a listing by Good Buy Real Estate Services Ltd. The hotel, located on Golden Grove Road near Piarco International Airport, was advertised for sale in a newspaper…
Historic 'railway' hotel which has served town for 100 years poised for new role
Now an application has been submitted to Scottish Borders Council for its change of use to a cafe/restaurant at ground floor level, with the formation of five holiday let units on the upper floors. This application is submitted on behalf of the…
From RV camps to packed hotels, Meta data center project has LA parish bursting at the seams
House had worked as a pipefitter for 10 years in Texas, but after the plant shut down last year, he called a buddy who said the giant Meta data center being built in northeast Louisiana needed all kinds of skilled laborers. House went to a union…
Woman in Hong Kong mauled to death by dog in pet hotel
HONG KONG: A 33-year-old woman in Hong Kong has been found dead in a pet boarding facility after she was reportedly mauled by a dog, according to Hong Kong police. Speaking at a press briefing on Thursday (Aug 20) evening, assistant border district…
Eric Clapton hotel scores one-star food hygiene requiring 'major improvement
A boutique hotel owned by rock legend Eric Clapton has scored one-star for food hygiene rating, requiring 'major improvement'. The Layla hitmaker, 81, purchased the Burythorpe County House Hotel in North Yorkshire, near the market town of Malton…
Varel Singapore hotel developer: Meet Vinson Anggasaputro
SINGAPORE – A millennial hotelier is reshaping a dodgy corner of Selegie Road. In April, Vinson Keefe Anggasaputro, 32, opened the Varel Singapore as a chic sanctuary, replacing the ill-reputed Selegie Centre where police would raid…
YOUR GUIDE: Howl-O-Scream, Hotel Transylvania, everything to know about Halloween celebration at SeaWorld Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla. – SeaWorld Orlando is turning up the fright — and the family fun — this Halloween season with its two distinct events catering to thrill-seekers and families alike. Here's everything you need to know: SeaWorld…
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