Tag: hospitality
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Seven Torquay hotels fail child exploitation checks
Undercover operation targets safeguarding at Torquay hotels An undercover policing operation conducted in Torquay has raised serious concerns about safeguarding practices at local accommodation providers. Officers from the Torquay Neighbourhood Police Team, supported by Police Cadets, conducted checks at a sample of hotels to assess how well staff verify the ages of guests and respond…
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Pubs brace for Christmas disaster
Christmas in the pub: a battle for survival As the festive season approaches, pubs across the country brace for a Christmas that could redefine their year. The Rose and Crown in Hartlip, Kent—like many village pubs—has long been a social anchor, where a pint and a chat can settle a week’s worries. But rising costs,…
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Toronto’s Top Chefs Share Their Favorite Dinner Spots
Introduction: A chef’s map of the city Toronto’s culinary scene is a mosaic of intimate rooms, sublime tastings, and chef-driven passions. When the city’s most influential cooks share their favorite places to wind down and celebrate, it isn’t just about the food—it’s about the experience, the service, and the moments that make a dinner feel…
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The Gold List 2026: Top Hotels and Resorts Across Europe and the UK
Introducing The Gold List 2026: Europe and the UK’s Finest Places to Stay The Gold List 2026 is a curated snapshot of where our editors believe you’ll find the most memorable, consistently excellent hotels and resorts across Europe and the United Kingdom. From city-centre boltholes to tranquil rural escapes, this year’s edition highlights properties that…
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The Gold List 2026: Best Hotels and Resorts in Europe and the UK
The Gold List 2026: A curated map of Europe and the UK’s finest stays The Gold List 2026 arrives with a global chorus of applause from our editors, who split their time between seven cities and three continents to find hotels that redefine what it means to stay in luxury. This year’s edition focuses on…
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Wellness Replaces Hedonism: Soho House CEO on Two-Sip Martinis and IV Drips
Introduction: A Shift in Nightlife Priorities As Friday nights pulse through the city, a new current runs beneath the neon glow of exclusive clubs and private members’ spaces: wellness is replacing the old hedonism. At the heart of this shift sits a familiar name in lifestyle circles—Soho House—and the CEO who is steering the brand…
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Two-sip martinis and IV drips: How wellness became Soho House’s new hedonism
From two-sip martinis to wellness rituals: a new era for luxury clubs In the glamour-soaked world of private members’ clubs, the old playbook—glittering cocktails, late-night conversations, and a lingering sense of carefree debauchery—has undergone a striking shift. At the heart of this transformation is a conviction shared by Soho House’s leadership: wellness is no longer…
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Singapore Sees Higher Tourism Receipts as Visitors Decline, Dining and Experiences Lead Spend
Overview: Fewer Visitors, Stronger Spending Singapore’s tourism landscape is shifting. Official data show that the country welcomed fewer international visitors in recent quarters, yet total tourism receipts have rebounded to levels above those seen in 2019. The key driver isn’t more people but more money spent per visitor—particularly on dining, experiences, and other non-shopping categories.…
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Viva el ’Spoons: Wetherspoon Opens First Pub Outside the UK in Alicante
Wetherspoon breaks new ground as it opens its first international pub JD Wetherspoon has announced plans to launch its first ever pub outside the United Kingdom and Ireland, tapping Alicante as the site for a bold expansion into continental Europe. The 1,000-square-foot venue is set to be located inside Alicante Airport’s departures hall, positioning the…
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Viva el Spoon: JD Wetherspoon Opens First Pub in Spain With 6am Pints and Garlic Prawns
JD Wetherspoon Makes Its First Continental Leap In a landmark move for the UK pub group, JD Wetherspoon has announced the opening of its first pub outside the United Kingdom and Ireland. The venue, located in the departures hall of Alicante Airport, marks a bold step into the Spanish hospitality market and signals Wetherspoon’s appetite…