Miscellaneous - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 43

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Nearly 300 New York City Restaurants Offer $26 Prix Fixe Menus for World Cup-Inspired Specials

🏠 NYC restaurants are offering $26 specials for six weeks during the World Cup, with events nearby at MetLife Stadium. 🏟️ Nearly 300 restaurants, including Red Rooster in Harlem, participate. Businesses need to register by July 1, 2026, for deals and June 11, 2026, for themed cups. ⚽ In Rome, Stefano Boeri Architetti will transform an old train station into a cultural hub, enhancing biodiversity. 🌱 Artist Michael Jantzen proposes using monuments to generate renewable energy.

Hyatt Centric Ocean Front Xiamen Designed by Silverfox Studios Highlights Female-Friendly Design and Local Culture Integration

🏖 The Hyatt Centric Ocean Front Xiamen, designed by Silverfox Studios, brings coastal charm to life on Xiamen Island’s southeast coast. Inspired by local aesthetics, the hotel features open spaces echoing Zeng Cuo An’s streets. Its three main dining areas adapt post-breakfast, while the Island Club offers event spaces with a beach house vibe. Catering to female travelers, the Standard Guestroom includes safety-focused designs. 70% of solo bookings in 2025 were reported by female travelers, highlighting the need for such accommodations.

The Aubrey and Man Wah at Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong Garner Prestigious Design and Culinary Awards

📍 Man Wah, at Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong since 1968, was revamped in 2021 during the pandemic and hailed in 2025 as a romantic dining spot by Forbes Travel Guide. The Aubrey, revealed in 2020, is a Japanese izakaya in European style, winning awards like the Kohler Bold Design Award (2021) and Asia Pacific Property Award (2022-2023). Key features include Stefano Bussi's cocktail program and an 11-meter bar. Man Wah also ranked among La Liste's Top 1000 Restaurants in 2026.

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Hyatt Regency San Francisco Partners with Bedside Reading to Offer Guests Access to Over 100 Book Titles

📖 In May 2026, Hyatt Regency San Francisco partners with Bedside Reading to offer over 100 curated book titles for guests, from romance to children's stories. Guests can access these via the platform's webpage or a free app. Founded in 2017, Bedside Reading aims to combine travel and reading to enrich stays. This partnership enhances the hotel's focus on providing creative experiences reflective of San Francisco’s vibrant culture.

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Silverfox Studios Wins 2024 LIV Award for Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill Design at The Londoner Macau

🍳 Silverfox Studios collaborates with celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay on the Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill at The Londoner Macau, located on the Cotai Strip. Opened within the London-themed resort, the restaurant offers iconic dishes like beef wellington and fish and chips. In 2024, Silverfox Studios earned a LIV Award for Interior Design & Pub. The dining space reflects London’s industrial age, featuring a vaulted ceiling inspired by the Wharncliffe Viaduct, completed in 1836 by engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel.

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Silverfox Studios Leads Renovations at Michelin-Starred Tasca in Dubai’s Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah Hotel

🍴 José Avillez's Michelin-starred Tasca in Dubai, located on the sixth floor of the Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, showcases Portuguese cuisine with a modern twist. Silverfox Studios, a design partner, has renovated the space twice. Featuring an open kitchen, infinity pool, and the largest selection of Portuguese wines in Dubai, Tasca has held a Michelin star since Dubai's Michelin Guide debut in 2022. The restaurant combines seaside views with a vibrant atmosphere for day and night experiences.

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Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai Unveils The Bay and The Spa, Inspired by Sea and Desert Landscapes

🌊 Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai, designed by Silverfox Studios, blends sea and desert landscapes. "The Bay" restaurant, beachside, features a live kitchen and verandah with sea views. "The Spa," over 2,000 square meters, offers 9 treatment rooms, a hammam suite, and a VIP room, inspired by desert flora and dunes. The spa's serene interiors include a hydrotherapy pool, meditation pods, and natural light vistas, capturing Dubai's coastal and desert contrasts.

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Knipoch House Hotel in Scotland Wins 'Best Boutique Hotel' at 2024 Prestige Hotel Awards

🏨 Knipoch House Hotel, near Oban, Scotland, was named ‘Best Boutique Hotel’ at the 2023 Prestige Hotel Awards. The public voted for winners, with over 600 hospitality representatives attending the ceremony. Managed by Andreas Maszczyk, the 26-room hotel joined the Sonas Collection in 2024. A £1 million renovation was completed in March 2024. The property, dating back to the 17th century, features a restaurant named 1635, serving modern Scottish cuisine.

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Concierge Travel Offers Personalized Luxury Vacations with Exclusive Experiences and 24/7 Support for Hassle-Free Journeys

📅 Concierge travel offers a personalized luxury vacation experience with unique itineraries and exclusive benefits. Travelers enjoy curated experiences like private tours, Michelin-starred dining, and 24/7 support. This service provides access to hidden gems and exclusive events, ensuring a seamless and stress-free journey. Ideal for those valuing personalization and convenience, concierge travel may not suit budget-oriented travelers but offers unparalleled customization and access to extraordinary adventures.

Outpayce and Hands In Partner to Introduce Multi-Card Split Payments for Airlines, Targeting 40% Decline Rate Reduction

✈ On 21 May 2026, Outpayce from Amadeus and Hands In announced a partnership to offer multi-card split payments in travel bookings, addressing over 40% of payment declines linked to insufficient funds. This feature allows travelers to split payments across multiple cards, enhancing conversion rates for high-value transactions. The system finalizes bookings only after all payments succeed, supporting scenarios like using corporate and personal cards or different currencies, and aims to reduce booking abandonments.

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