Sophie Weir - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 7

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Newmor Explore Refined Luxury with New Collections for Autumn 2025

📖 Newmor Wallcoverings unveils three collections—Broxton, Prism, and Slate—crafted in Wales for contemporary hospitality spaces. Broxton features a herringbone design with nine colorways. Prism, inspired by cut crystal, offers a nine-color palette with metallic accents. Slate mimics Welsh slate’s texture in nine natural shades. All designs use at least 20% recycled material, highlighting sustainability and craftsmanship.

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ILIV Unveils Two New Fabric Collections for Autumn 2025

📘 Decorex 2025, ILIV introduced two fabric lines: Vento and Monterey. Both collections are available in 19 colorways. Vento offers fire-retardant, plain boucle drapery with soft textures, ideal for commercial use. Monterey features a textured hopsack chenille with a multi-tonal finish, suitable for diverse settings. These collections ensure safety, sustainability, and design flexibility, catering to hospitality, workplace, and residential interiors. Custom print services are also available for bespoke projects.

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Donutelier to expand with two new destination stores in London

🍩 London, 2025: Donutelier, known for its theatrical donuts, will open two new stores. In November, a 112 sqm flagship store opens on The Strand, offering pastries and coffee for locals and commuters. In December, the Oxford Street location, at 82 sqm, will feature Nutcracker-themed bakes and a visible “decoration theatre.” The brand aims to create destination-led spaces, enhancing London's bakery scene with innovative pastries and immersive experiences while collaborating with influencers for brand awareness.

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Donutelier to expand with two new destination stores in London

🍩 London, November 2025: Donutelier is expanding with two new stores on The Strand and Oxford Street. The Strand opens in November, offering 112sqm of space, while Oxford Street launches in December with an 82sqm festive setup inspired by "The Nutcracker." Both outlets aim to attract commuters and locals, providing innovative pastries and a sensory experience. COO Théa Marks emphasizes creating "destination-led spaces." This expansion enhances Donutelier's reputation as a luxurious, creative bakery brand.

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City Lodge Hotels bags 8 Loeries

🏆 City Lodge Hotels, alongside TBWA Hunt Lascaris Johannesburg, triumphed at the Loeries 2025 in Africa and the Middle East, winning 8 awards from 23 shortlisted entries. The "Save Our Stay" campaign garnered a gold for Comedic Impact, silvers in Service Design and PR & Media Communication, and several bronzes across categories. The Loeries, now in its 47th year, is a prestigious annual event celebrating creative excellence. Zuki Jantjies, City Lodge's Sales and Marketing Director, was a judge this year.

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Noku Hotels invests in maximizing database for 10th anniversary with Cendyn CRM

📰 Noku Hotels, on the verge of its 10th anniversary, is enhancing its direct booking strategy with Cendyn CRM to boost brand loyalty. Locations include Kyoto, Osaka, and Phuket. The strategy targets their 12,000-strong database to increase direct bookings, reduce OTA dependency, and improve revenue. Chris Teo, Executive Director, emphasizes CRM’s role in personalized campaigns. Cendyn CRM offers AI-driven analytics for guest insights and marketing optimization, promising deeper guest relationships and higher engagement.

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Kinedo stand at HIX Expo designed to inspire the hotel sector

🚿 Kinedo, part of the SFA Saniflo Group, is showcasing at HIX Expo in London’s Business Design Centre on November 26th-27th. For the first time, they reveal high-end and budget-friendly bathroom designs with unique Kinewall panels. The event attracts over 5,000 attendees, including designers and hotel operators, and features seminars on hotel wellness and luxury. Kinedo's stand A81 highlights contrasting room sets with Solo Design walk-in enclosures.

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THE RITZ-CARLTON MALDIVES, FARI ISLANDS PRESENTS LIU BOLIN WITH MAISON RUINART

🏖️ Liu Bolin, known as "The Invisible Man," collaborates with Maison Ruinart at The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands from November 27-30, 2025. The event features live performances, 10 art exhibitions, and curated Ruinart Champagne tastings. Highlights include a live artistic performance on November 30, and workshops with Bolin. Luxurious dining includes Dom Ruinart Blanc de Blancs 2010 & 2013, paired with dishes like Maldivian octopus. Guests experience a unique blend of art, nature, and gastronomy.

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RHUBARB HOSPITALITY APPOINTED TO ELEVATE LEADING NOTTINGHAM VENUES

🍴 Rhubarb Hospitality Collection (RHC) appointed by Conygar as the catering and events partner for Nottingham's 36-acre Island Quarter mixed-use development. RHC to oversee Cleaver & Wake restaurant, event space, and Binks Yard's outdoor terrace events. Christopher Ware of Conygar highlights RHC's role in growth plans, while CEO P.B Jacobse commits to enhancing Nottingham's dining and entertainment scene. RHC's UK experience spans Royal Albert Hall to Sky Garden.

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Kimpton Fitzroy London and Fee Greening Unveil Limited-Edition Plate Collection Honouring Bloomsbury’s Women’s Rights Icons

🏠 Kimpton Fitzroy London, on October 10, 2025, launched a set of three plates honoring women’s rights pioneers in Bloomsbury. Illustrated by Fee Greening, the plates feature Princess Sophia Duleep Singh, Sarah Parker Remond, and Christina Rossetti. A collection is on display daily, and limited sets are available for £130, with £20 per sale supporting the Coram charity. The project celebrates the legacy of women involved with the Bloomsbury Group and their connection to the area.

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