Jade - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 2

Contemporary hotel lobby with curved white chairs, wooden slat wall, globe pendant lights, and tall potted plants.

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Aspire Pre Flight Hospitality Implements Multi-Sensory Design in Airport Lounges to Enhance Guest Experience and Brand Loyalty

🏨 Aspire Pre Flight Hospitality is transforming airport lounges by incorporating a full sensory design approach. Approximately 63% of hospitality environments report increased dwell time using ambient scents, while 46% of luxury brands use signature scents for brand identity. Aspire’s lounges feature signature scents, curated soundscapes, ergonomic seating, and locally inspired menus. Their approach was developed with guest feedback and is designed to address the high-pressure airport environment, focusing on reducing stress and enhancing traveler experience.

A vinyl record sits on a turntable with photos, papers, and a whiskey bottle scattered around on a cluttered table.

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Vapoura Launches "After Stories" Series with The Mandrake, Featuring Exclusive Vinyl EP and Cocktail Menu

🎧 Vapoura launched its "After Stories" series, debuting with The Mandrake in London. The series includes a six-track vinyl EP and a bespoke cocktail menu at Waeska Bar and YOPO Zaytoun. Producers CARALUS and Daniel Sehnawi created tracks inspired by the hotel's spaces. The EP is available online, and limited vinyl copies cost £25, or £110 with two bottles of Vapoura. Cocktails feature Vapoura Chapter One, available through summer, with the vinyl produced by The Vinyl Factory.

Pint of amber beer on a round wooden table with a small vase of flowers against a dark tufted background.

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The Trafalgar Pub in Chelsea Expands £5 Drink Offer to Weekends Amid Rising London Prices

🍻 The Trafalgar in Chelsea, owned by Three Cheers Pub Co, extends its £5 drink offer to weekends. Opened on King’s Road, it's the first new pub there in over 100 years. Offers include pints of ale, cider, and lager, plus wines and spirits from Monday to Friday, 4pm-6:30pm, and Friday to Saturday, 10pm-midnight. Select cocktails are £7. Affordable pub food ranges from £4 to £12. Events include a comedy club on Thursdays and a quiz every Monday.

Whimsical top-hat bust mug surrounded by four yellow cocktails on a rustic wooden bar.

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Inception Group Opens Mr Fogg’s Market Tavern in Covent Garden's Iconic Market Building with 190-Seat Capacity

🍴 Shaftesbury Capital introduces Mr Fogg’s Market Tavern in Covent Garden's Market Building, boasting 4,500 sq ft and accommodating 130 indoor and 60 terrace covers. It's the largest in Mr Fogg’s collection, joining other London sites. Features include a Guinness Saloon bar. Covent Garden, a hub for innovative dining, recently welcomed Burro and Buvette restaurants. This expansion, part of a five-brand influx, highlights the area's dining appeal and Shaftesbury Capital's enduring investment strategy.

Close-up of a wine glass on an outdoor dining table, with a blurred person reading a menu in the background.

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2026 Cardiff Wine Passport Returns, Adds Three New Venues, Generates Over £80,000 for Independent Bars and Restaurants

🍷 Cardiff is welcoming back the Wine Passport from 6th August to 27th September 2026. Held from Sunday to Thursday, it lets you explore 13 independent venues, including three new ones. For £30, enjoy six selected drinks, contributing to the over £80,000 generated since its 2022 start. With potential food pairings, it’s an opportunity to support local businesses amid rising costs. Don't miss the subscriber-only discount available from 31st July!

Warm, candlelit restaurant interior with neatly set tables, wine glasses, and lush greenery throughout.

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14 Stories Launches Botanical Cocktails Inspired by Fen Court Rooftop Garden, Available Until September at £15 Each

🍹 14 Stories in London introduces a botanical cocktail collection inspired by gardeners Phoebe and Shunsuke at the Fen Court Rooftop Garden, located at 120 Fenchurch Street. The limited-edition cocktails, priced at £15, are available until September. The bar offers three new drinks, including Phoebe’s Ace, Shun’s Fig & Dig, and First Harvest, blending ingredients like tequila, gin, and fresh botanicals. Alcohol-free options are also available for sipping amidst panoramic city views on the 15th floor.

Tropical island resort with a ring of overwater bungalows around a central lagoon, connected by wooden walkways; turquoise water and palm trees.

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Harish Gopalakrishnan Appointed General Manager of The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort in Baa Atoll

🌊 Harish Gopalakrishnan is appointed as General Manager of The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort, within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll. With over 20 years of hospitality experience across India and the Middle East, Harish previously managed The Westin Goa. His leadership at The Westin Maldives will focus on strategy, operations, and guest satisfaction, promoting the resort as a leading well-being destination. Guests can enjoy the Heavenly Spa, WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio, and iconic Heavenly Bed.

Modern gym interior with black walls, weight racks, barbells, a bench press, and circular ceiling lights.

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Global Searches for 'Hotel with Good Gym' Surge 255% as Travelers Prioritize Fitness in Booking Decisions

💪 Global searches for 'hotel with good gym' surged 255% last month, and 'hotel with gym near me' rose 1491% in the past year. Carlton Hotel Dublin renovated its gym due to increasing health and wellness demand. Gregory Bradley from BLK BOX highlights that fitness influences booking decisions, with premium travelers expecting quality facilities. A well-equipped gym appeals to corporate travelers and integrates wellness into the guest experience, enhancing satisfaction and encouraging repeat business.

Four Shandy Shack cans in a row: Lemon Shandy (blue), Raspberry Shandy (magenta), Ginger Beer Shandy (orange), Elderflower Shandy (green‑teal) with branding visible.

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Shandy Shack Unveils Brand Refresh After SHS Drinks Acquisition, Sells One Co-Branded Can Per Minute at M&S

🍺 Shandy Shack, acquired by SHS Drinks, has refreshed its brand to boost its presence in the fruit beer market. Since a 2024 strategic review, Shandy Shack's collaboration with M&S now sells one can every minute. The brand's revamped 2.5% ABV shandies, including Lemon Shandy with IPA and Elderflower Shandy with Lager, are marketed through Sainsbury’s, DTC channels, influencer campaigns, and events like Lakefest, retaining its craft heritage and existing fan base.

Cozy wooden bar interior with stools, warm amber lighting, and framed photos on the walls.

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Tasca Brings Acclaimed Portuguese and Spanish-Inspired Menu to Shoreditch with Residency at Project 44

🍳 On July 22, Tasca took over Project 44 in Shoreditch, London, transforming it into a Southern European-inspired wine bar. The soft launch offered 50% off food until July 25, with regular service starting July 29. Head Chef Josh Dallaway and Sommelier Sinead Murdoch crafted a menu featuring seasonal dishes and a curated wine list. Initially famed for their Bethnal Green pop-up, Tasca has traveled globally before returning to London, maintaining a community-focused ethos.

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