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Provenance Collection Appoints Anthony Blundell as Managing Director, Following Sale of Three North Yorkshire Venues

🏨 Provenance Collection, a pub and hotel operator, announced a leadership change in 2026 after selling three North Yorkshire venues: Black Bull at Moulton, Punch Bowl at Marton-cum-Grafton, and Cleveland Tontine near Northallerton. Anthony Blundell replaces Peter Grazier as managing director, with Grazier stepping down for leukaemia treatment. The sale strategy aims for growth in standout sites, with positive summer bookings expected. Provenance's founder praises Blundell's readiness for the leadership role after 15 years in hospitality.

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Radisson Hotel Group Rebrands Salzburg's Largest Conference Hotel as Radisson Blu Amidst Austria's Event Sector Boom

🏨 Radisson Hotel Group has rebranded Salzburg's largest conference hotel as Radisson Blu, boasting 262 rooms and 1,785 square meters of event space, including a ballroom for 1,000 guests. Located 300 meters from Salzburg's main railway station, it connects to Vienna, Munich, and Zurich. The property offers 16 event spaces with eco-friendly certifications. Facilities include an indoor pool, sauna, fitness room, and Baroque restaurant. Salzburg Airport is 5 kilometers away.

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Stock Exchange Hotel in Manchester Appoints Jessica Southworth as New Cluster Sales and Marketing Director

🏨 Jessica Southworth appointed as the new cluster sales and marketing director at Stock Exchange Hotel, Manchester, succeeding a 10-year tenure at Troo Hospitality. With 20 years of experience, her role at the five-star hotel includes overseeing sales and marketing strategies. She joins alongside Chris Hull, managing commercial and operational strategies and Norfolk House development. Recent leadership changes include Tracy Harrison as GM in February 2024 and plans for 95 new suites by March 2026. Stock Exchange Hotel is now part of Marriott's Autograph Collection.

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Jessica Southworth Appointed Cluster Sales and Marketing Director at Manchester's Stock Exchange Hotel Following 10 Years at Troo Hospitality

🏨 Stock Exchange Hotel in Manchester has appointed Jessica Southworth as the cluster sales and marketing director. Southworth, who spent 10 years at Troo Hospitality, brings 20 years of hospitality experience. She previously joined Hotel Football in January 2016. Along with general manager Chris Hull, she will manage the hotel's expansion, including 95 new suites, as announced in March 2026. The hotel recently joined Marriott's Autograph Collection, indicating a strategic growth phase ahead.

Blunsdon House Hotel Marks 65 Years with Continuous Growth, Sustainability Efforts, and 50-Year BWH Hotels Partnership

🏨 65 years after starting as a farm, Blunsdon House Hotel on the Cotswolds' edge thrives as a four-star independent hotel. For 50 years, it partnered with BWH Hotels GB, expanding into weddings, conferences, and spa services. Despite economic shifts and the pandemic, it sees strong revenue growth, reinvesting in sustainability with solar panels and beehives. Staff continuity and a traditional welcome remain key, supported by dedicated partners like Bruce Adams, who has been involved for over 20 years.

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Radisson Individuals Debuts in Western Romania with 48-Room Hotel Galaxy Timișoara Opening

🗽 Radisson launched its first Individuals-branded hotel, Hotel Galaxy Timișoara, in western Romania. Situated in Timișoara's Baroque old town, the 48-room hotel offers 45 rooms and 3 premium apartments, with facilities including a restaurant, bar, meeting spaces, spa, and rooftop jacuzzi. Timișoara gained international interest as a European Capital of Culture 2023. Transport links connect the hotel, which is 20 minutes from Timișoara International Airport and 7 minutes from the central railway station.

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Radisson Launches First Individuals-Branded Hotel in Western Romania with Hotel Galaxy Timișoara Opening

🏨 Radisson launched its first Individuals-branded hotel in western Romania with Hotel Galaxy Timișoara, located in the Baroque old town. Featuring 48 rooms, including 3 premium apartments, the hotel offers a restaurant, brasserie, fitness center, spa, and rooftop jacuzzi. It is a 20-minute drive from Timișoara International Airport and 7 minutes from the railway station. This expansion aligns with Timișoara’s cultural prominence as a European Capital of Culture 2023.

Sopwell House Appoints Diane Packer as Human Resources Director, Transitioning from Valor Hospitality to Hertfordshire Hotel

🏨 Sopwell House appoints Diane Packer as HR Director to enhance recruitment and performance management strategies in Hertfordshire. Packer, previously at Valor Hospitality and Center Parcs, managed operations for up to 1,800 staff over six years. Her focus is on reducing turnover through onboarding and leadership coaching. Managing Director, Rafi Bejerano, praises her people-first leadership in HR strategy and hospitality, foreseeing enhanced guest experiences.

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Bob W to Open 136-Unit Aparthotel in Stuttgart's Bad Cannstatt District on Former WWII Bunker Site

🏨 Bob W plans to open a 136-unit aparthotel in Stuttgart's Bad Cannstatt district in 2027. The 3,000-square-metre property will feature smart apartments, a communal kitchen, and a 550-square-metre fitness area operated by FITSEVENELEVEN. Located near Bad Cannstatt railway station, it offers easy access to Stuttgart city centre. Real estate platform THRIVE 2039 eG, with apm projektmanagement GmbH, is developing the project, which aims for DGNB sustainability certification. Bob W plans 12 new openings across the DACH region.

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Horwood House Launches Training Program with Local Institutions to Support Young Women in Hospitality Industry

🏨 Horwood House hotel, located in Little Horwood, launched a training program with Buckinghamshire New University and Milton Keynes College Group for young women entering the hospitality industry. Over 20 women attended the first session, which focused on career pathways and leadership. The initiative aims to strengthen local education partnerships and support the talent pipeline. The next session is on June 22. Tracy Montgomery emphasizes the program's role in offering long-term career opportunities in hospitality.

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