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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…
Travelodge boss steps down amid safety overhaul after sexual assault at hotel
News from the City, market updates plus comment and analysis from our business desk I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. Travelodge chief executive Jo Boydell has stepped down as…
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…
Choice Hotels: Shares Still Cheap As U.S. Operations Turn A Corner (NYSE:CHH)
Choice Hotels International has struggled over the past year, with the market seemingly focused on the transient headwinds affecting its U.S. business. CHH's business model is attractive. Its largely franchised system drives recurring royalty…
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…
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…
For food-loving travellers, the hotel restaurant is no longer an afterthought
Decades ago, hotel meals rarely ended up on food-loving travellers' to-eat lists. That has changed dramatically, especially in the past five years. Luxury hotels are now cooking up increasingly ambitious dining experiences to woo both travellers…
Man jailed for attempted murder after 'horrific' attack on woman at Scots hotel
A man has been jailed for attempted murder following a 'horrific' attack on a woman at a Scottish hotel. Mohammed Ahmed violently attacked the woman at the premises in Lossiemouth in November 2022. He was arrested the following month following a…
Woman Goes On Priceline. Then She Uses Hack To Book 5-Star Hotel In Chicago For $50: 'The Most Luxury Experience Ever'
The Amex Offers programfrequently has promotions for hotel stays, which can save you money or earn you bonus points for stays youd make anyway. Amex has just rolled out its latest targeted hotel offer, which can add value on an upcoming stay with…
George and Becky North now host guests at luxury Swiss hotel after careers end
George and Becky North have launched a brand-new venture at a stunning luxury hotel in the Swiss Alps, inviting people to join them in the mountains to train like professional athletes. After successful sporting careers, the Welsh power couple are…
Twists in Vadodara Grindr date death case: There were 3 men, not 2, in hotel room and a drug angle
4 min read Vadodara Make us preferred source on Google What initially appeared to be a two-man late-night rendezvous in a Vadodara hotel that ended in a fatal fall has thrown up two new twists. Police have now established that a third man was…
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