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A Desperate Father, a Troubled Son and Death in a 5-Star Hotel
John T. McGowan had hoped that sitting in a periodontist's chair in Ridgefield, Conn., for a three-hour root canal would be the worst part of his day. In fact, he was praying it would be. It was Nov. 11, 2024, and John, 66, knew he had a long…
I worked in a hotel - there's one minibar mistake that most people make
It's not unusual to check into a hotel room and find a mini bar fully stocked with goodies supplied for guests to enjoy during their stay. From my years working at a hotel, I noticed that visitors often make the same minibar mistake. Anyone who has…
The world's most romantic hotels
For some, romance means rose petals, chilled champagne and magnificent views. Others are content with a no-frills cabin in the woods and a bit of peace and quiet. Whichever you prefer, these romantic hotels are perfect for a Valentine's Day escape.
Hotel values tumble in Northern California but perk up elsewhere
Signia by Hilton San Jose hotel at 170 South Market Street in downtown San Jose, as pictured on June 25, 2024. SAN JOSE — As hotel values in 2025 rose in Southern California, a slump in Northern California showed a decline that suggests the…
Ugly' restaurant that was 'kicked out' of hotel wins Michelin star
A Cornwall restaurant has been awarded a coveted Michelin star less than a year after reopening in a new location. Ugly Butterfly by Adam Handling received the prestigious accolade at the Michelin Guide Ceremony yesterday (Monday, February 9) in…
Brit, 25, found dead in Vietnam hotel as probe into 'unnatural' death continues
A MAN, 25, was tragically found dead inside a Vietnam hotel room, as cops launch a probe into his “unnatural” death. Harleigh Jones, from Pontypridd, Wales, was discovered at his accommodation in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Your info…
Dublin hotel kitchen shut after FSAI sent video of rat in bar
A hotel kitchen was shut after the Food Safety Authority of Ireland was sent a video of a rat in the bar. The incident took place at the White Sands Hotel in Portmarnock in Dublin in early January. A report from a pest control company employed by…
EXCLUSIVE: From Singapore Slings to Smoking Jackets: Raffles Hotels Launches Ready-to-wear Line
PARIS — Long synonymous with the Singapore Sling and grand hotel glamour, Raffles Hotels and Resorts is now translating its signature style to the wardrobe. The 138-year-old hospitality brand is launching “The Butler Did It”…
Groundbreaking held for Frederick hotel, conference center
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Canadian woman alleges harassment by massage therapist at Bengaluru hotel's spa, FIR filed
1 min read Bengaluru Make us preferred source on Google A Canadian woman approached the Bengaluru police Monday, alleging harassment by a massage therapist during a session at a spa operating out of a hotel in the city. The police said the woman…
The Park Hotels is Cutting Rooms to Add Ballrooms
The latest Kolkata project by Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels is proof that meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) are no longer an add-on, but are central to the business model. Speaking during the company's recent earnings call…
Fine Acers Introduces Dolce Hotels & Resorts to India in Strategic Alliance With Wyndham
3 min read Last Updated: Feb 10 2026 | 4:02 PM IST India's hospitality sector is entering a dynamic new phase, with Fine Acers announcing a strategic alliance with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to introduce the Dolce brand to the country for the first…
Lake Orion transforms century-old lumberyard into community destination with hotel and brewery
LAKE ORION, Mich. (WXYZ) — For decades, a century-old lumberyard served the Lake Orion community, but for the last couple of years, it has sat dormant in the heart of downtown, awaiting its next life. Now, the Downtown Development Authority…
U.S. Hotel Forecast Assumptions - February 2026
The first STR/Tourism Economics forecast of 2026 projects full-year RevPAR growth of 0.6%, a 10‑basis‑point upward revision from the November 2025 revision. The improved projection follows a turbulent 2025, when RevPAR fell…
Israel Canada buys two Galilee kibbutz hotels
The hotel unit of Israel Canada (TASE: ISCA) announced today that it has acquired a 50% stake in the Galilion Hotel in Yesod Hamaala for NIS 65 million and 50% of the Kfar Giladi hotel for NIS 77.5 million. Israel Canada will pay NIS 142 million to…
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