Megan Carley - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 10

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Vilnius Dresses its Sculptures in Cozy Knits for Holiday Season

🎄 In Vilnius, Lithuania, the city’s monuments are dressed in hand-knitted holiday attire for Christmas. The initiative, by Go Vilnius, includes 10 local knitters using eco-friendly materials to create festive clothing for statues. Highlights include the Grand Duke Gediminas Monument and the Užupis Angel, along with others like the Lithuanian writer Žemaitė and a sculpture inspired by Jurga Ivanauskaitė. An interactive Vilnius Christmas Map guides visitors to these attractions. Vilnius has been named European Christmas Capital 2025 by the Christmas Cities Network.

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Planday Welcomes New Leadership to Drive Innovation and Growth

📈 Planday, a shift scheduling software from Xero, has announced the addition of Sasha Bilton as interim CTO, Pushpa Reddy as CPO, and Marc Stewart as VP of Operations and Strategy. Key statistics include 85% of hospitality employees suffering poor mental health in the past year and 67% believing more shift notice would improve their lives. Reddy's prior work at the BBC led to a 10% annual increase in weekly users. Stewart comes from Xero, having expanded operations across the UK, Canada, and the US. These leaders aim to enhance workplace flexibility and mental wellbeing.

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The Ascott Limited, the official global hotels partner of Chelsea F.C., announces the takeover of the two hotels at Stamford Bridge

🏠 The Ascott Limited, with over 950 properties, manages Millennium and Copthorne hotels at Chelsea FC's Stamford Bridge since 26 November. Stamford Bridge Hotel, next to the stadium, will become lyf Chelsea London after 2025 renovations. Ascott's lyf brand emphasizes social living for modern travelers. The partnership also made Ascott the 'official global hotels partner' for Chelsea FC, offering Ascott Star Rewards members unique experiences and enhancing Ascott's presence in London. Ascott operates in over 230 cities across more than 40 countries.

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Celebrate a Very Como Christmas with a Festive Getaway at Hilton Lake Como, Italy

🎄 Hilton Lake Como offers a seasonal experience for Christmas and New Year 2024/25 with activities like ice curling, live candlelight concerts, cocktail masterclasses, festive feasting, and a special NYE celebration. Ice curling is available from 1st December 2024 to 31st January, daily 12pm-7pm. Candlelight Concerts start at €34pp on dates including 8th, 15th, and 20th December. The Spritz Masterclass costs €25pp, offered daily from 12pm-5pm. Festive dining by Executive Chef Stefano Ghielmetti starts at €75pp for groups of 15+. NYE dinner is €295 per adult, €147 per child. Rooms at Hilton Lake Como start at €350 per night with breakfast. Book at https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/mxpcohi-hilton-lake-como/.

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Hotel recruits psychology student as trainee chef

🍳 Eleanor Bardon, 21, former psychology student at University of Leeds, shifts career to hospitality by joining English Lakes Hotels Culinary Academy's apprenticeship at Wild Boar Estate near Windermere. The training program partners with Kendal College offering Level 2 Commis Chef and Level 3 Chef de Partie qualifications. Bardon enjoys the team environment and living on the estate's 72-acre woodland, engaging in hiking and photography. English Lakes Hotels is hiring for various positions.

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Choice Hotels EMEA has appointed Marielle Vroemen as Head of Operations

📢 Marielle joined Choice Hotels EMEA in 2023 and will become Head of Operations from December 1, 2024. Her role includes leading strategic development for franchisees, optimizing workflows, and implementing technologies. CEO David Beers highlighted her contributions since 2023 and anticipates further franchise success under her leadership. Choice Hotels EMEA has nearly 400 hotels in 17 countries. Contact Katie Kershaw for more information at 07539 437 238 or katie@kershawandcompany.com.

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Second Charitable Endeavour Award winners announced at FEA conference

🏆 The Charitable Endeavour Awards at the FEA conference on November 20 recognized extraordinary charitable support in the foodservice and hospitality sectors. Unox won the company category, raising £22,000 for the Burnt Chef Project with a 150kg combi oven carried to Ben Nevis. Lockhart Catering Equipment won the team category by cycling from London to Paris in 24 hours, raising £7,725 for Duchenne muscular dystrophy research. Marc Sumner, who organized the Feast FC football match, won the group category, raising £3,000 for the Milly-Rose Stirrup Foundation. Andy Kershaw won the individual award by raising £14,000 for the Marston’s Charitable Foundation and The Sam Myatt Memorial through a London to Paris bike ride.

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Tree-mendous Christmas escapes: Kimpton Fitzroy London unwraps brand new package for festive season

🎄 Kimpton Fitzroy London launches 2024 Christmas festivities including a perk-filled package and merry menus. The "Kimpton All The Way" package offers a luxurious welcome with Champagne, a restful night in a prime room, and breakfast. Festive menus feature courses like roasted turkey roulade and slow-cooked beef shin, with dessert options such as Christmas pudding and baked Alaska. The Never Wanted to Leave campaign supports UK’s children charity, Coram, with a reimagined guest book and bauble purchase for £25 aiding the charity. A 16-foot Christmas tree and lavish decorations by Steven Duggan Events enhance the holiday ambiance.

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Great Northern hotel appoints new pastry chef

🍰 Albio Ziu appointed as Pastry Chef at the Great Northern Hotel’s restaurant, RAILS, with 10+ years of experience including The Bloomsbury Hotel and Searcy’s Pall Mall. Will develop RAILS' dessert, afternoon tea, and private dining menus, focusing on seasonal dishes and expanding vegan/gluten-free options. Jenni Lehtonen, Sales and Marketing Director, highlights Ziu's skill, vision, and commitment to guest experiences.

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The Compton Arms Announce New Sought-After Kitchen Residency

🍽 Rake, after an incubation at The Gun in Hackney, starts a long-term residency at The Compton Arms, Highbury on January 9, 2025. Three chefs with 30 years combined experience, formerly of Quo Vadis and BRAT, focus on British cookery, whole beast butchery, and sustainable Cornish fish. The menu features British classics with a twist like the braised squid beef and ale pie. On Arsenal match days, a Cumberland sausage hotdog is served. Sundays offer roasts with traditional sides and British desserts like Treacle tart.

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