AI Set to Revolutionise Travel & Tourism, Says Latest WTTC Report
Major new reports from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Microsoft highlight the transformative power of AI (Artificial Intelligence) for Travel & Tourism,…
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The AA And Visitengland Introduce New Visitor Ready And Modernised Schemes
The AA alongside VisitEngland, the national tourism agency, have today announced plans to futureproof the hospitality industry with a modernisation plan which simplifies the current…
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Chancellor Set to Review Controversial Tourist Tax
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has ordered a review into the “tourist tax”, which currently denies overseas visitors the ability to reclaim VAT on shopping. raising hopes…
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Crippling Costs Lead to Sharp Rise in Leisure and Hospitality Insolvencies
The number of businesses in the food service and accommodation sector becoming insolvent have increased by 37% according to figures released by the insolvency service….
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New Laws Set To Ban “Drip Pricing”
New laws to be introduced to ban unavoidable hidden fees to force businesses to be upfront with customers. New legislation as part of the Digital…
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London’s Hospitality Industry Tops Pre-pandemic Levels Defying “All Expectations in 2023”
New figures have revealed that London’s hospitality industry revenue grew to £46bn last year, up from £43bn in 2019, hugely contributing to the economic recovery…
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Business Preparation And Cost Recovery Critical For Visitor Levy
As the Visitor Levy Bill is debated in the Scottish Parliament, UKHospitality Scotland is urging MSPs to put the needs of accommodation businesses at the…
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New ASLEF Strike Action To Cost Hospitality £350m
The latest disruption will be another blow to venues, which have already lost more than £4 billion in sales from rail strikes, say trade leaders….
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Haven Announces Exclusive Partnership With J D Wetherspoon To Operate At Its Parks
Haven, the UK’s leading holiday park operator, has announced it has signed an exclusive agreement with J D Wetherspoon to operate at its parks. The…
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London Tube Stikes Suspended Pending Fresh Talks
Strikes by London Underground workers which would have wiped out Tube services this week have been suspended, the RMT union has announced. The planned strikes…
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UK Hotels Perform Better Than Expected In November
Occupancy and room rates of UK hotels held up better than expected in November. Despite following seasonal trends and declining slightly, both indicators outperformed the…
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UK’s Largest Independent Hotel Group Prepares For Significant 2024 Expansion Plan
The UK’s largest independent hotel group has started the new year with a bang – announcing major plans to expand and renovate its existing portfolio…
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January Tube Strikes Expected to Cost Hospitality £50 million
Strikes planned by London Underground staff belonging to the RMT union in January are set to cause huge disruption in the capital next week. Beginning…
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UK Consumers To Spend £64.20bn On Holidays In 2024 – A 6.9% Rise Yoy
Over 2024 UK consumers are set to spend £64.20bn on travel and holidays despite the ongoing cost-of-living crisis. New research by VoucherCodes.co.uk reveals that spending…
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Warwickshire Hotel Launches New Brailled Guide For Visually Impaired Guests
A Warwickshire hotel has taken a big step toward inclusivity and accessibility with the launch of its pioneering braille wedding guide – coinciding with National…
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