Destination NSW transports Londoners down under at Outernet London
Destination NSW is re-launching activity in the UK travel market with a spectacular consumer installation open to the public this June, at Outernet London.
London continues to innovate in 2023 with host of new hotels, venues and transport options
London is set for another blockbuster year of new openings in 2023, making it an even more attractive destination for event, meeting and incentive planners.
Las Vegas Sands and Sands China Host Grand Celebration at The Londoner Macao, Marking New Era for Cotai Strip
After opening in phases since 2021, The Londoner Macao is now complete, fulfilling Las Vegas Sands founder Sheldon G. Adelson's vision for the Cotai Strip and deepening the company's…
Harry Potter: The exhibition will celebrate its Asia Pacific premiere at the Londoner Macao limited engagement
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Embrace London’s rainy days with unforgettable indoor experiences while Nannybag safely stores your luggage
London is famously known for having four seasons in one day, one minute warm and sunny, next the temperature plummets and it is pouring with rain with no sign of it stopping anytime soon.
Hard Rock Hotel London to be transformed as ‘The Cumberland’
Clermont Hotel Group, famed for creating and operating ‘hotels as individual as you’, will be transforming Hard Rock Hotel London into The Cumberland May 2023.
The Londoner Macao’s grand celebration on May 25
The Londoner® Macao, with a grand celebration on May 25 to be attended by David Beckham, the British soccer icon and a Sands Resorts Macao global ambassador.
With a theme of “The Journey…
ASM Global unveils its first U.K. booking foray in partnership with iconic London Stadium
ASM Global announced a new strategic partnership—its first in the U.K—with London Stadium to create additional wide-ranging event content to the stadium’s upcoming calendar as well as…
Four Seasons Hotel London to reveal ‘King of Green’ installation
In celebration of King Charles III's Coronation, Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane has announced a special tribute to the King's deep-rooted love for British nature and unwavering…
London’s major tourist attractions may face industrial action
Many of London’s major tourist attractions including Tower Bridge, the Barbican and Hampstead Heath face industrial action as GMB members working for the City of London Corporation vote…
Malaysia Airlines announces spring sale on Flights from London Heathrow
Malaysia Airlines, the national carrier of Malaysia and a member of the oneworld Alliance announces a Spring Sale on flights from London Heathrow to over 30 destinations across Southeast…
Egis’ Architecture Line Opens New London Campus
The renowned multidisciplinary engineering and operations company, Egis, has opened new studios in London, UK. The shared workplaces are designed to foster collaboration and design…
Air India to expand further in the UK with new services from London Gatwick
Air India is expanding its UK presence in a move which reinforces the strong links between the UK and India, as it undergoes a massive modernisation programme to transform into a…
American Airlines reopens London Heathrow first class lounge
American Airlines reopened its First Class Lounge in London Heathrow (LHR) Terminal 3, with the premium space having undergone a cosmetic refresh and the curation of a brand-new food…
London Is No Longer Travellers Favourite Destination in Europe
While Europe remains popular with travellers globally, there is a new destination popular with luxury travellers. According to the luxury travel agency network Virtuoso, Paris has…
Virtuoso ‘On Tour London’ brings 90+ travel agency members and preferred partners together
Virtuoso, the global travel network specialising in luxury and experiential travel, brought together over 90 preferred partners and members across the region for one of its largest U.K.…
YOTEL debuts YOTELPAD in Europe with new opening in Stratford, London
YOTEL has announced plans to debut its disruptive aparthotel brand, YOTELPAD, in Europe with the opening of YOTELPAD London Stratford in Q4 2023, following a long-term management…
Hyatt Regency and Hyatt House London Stratford appoint Senior Management
Hyatt Regency and Hyatt House London Stratford has announced two appointments to its senior management team, with the addition of Tommy So as the director of food and beverage and James…
New Managers at The Gore London and The Pelham London
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Five-star hotels The Gore London and The Pelham London – both part of Starhotels Collezione have appointed new hotel managers. J-J Pollak and Niccolò Consigli joined the…
New London flights from LA, San Francisco, Washington, Boston
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Norse Atlantic Airways launches four new routes from the US to London Gatwick, now offering a total of seven flight paths over the Atlantic
Full article: New London…
IHG Hotels & Resorts announces signing of Hotel Indigo London K West Shepherds Bush
Hotel Indigo London K West Shepherds Bush will be one of the brand’s flagship London properties due to its individual design and superb location and has been signed in partnership with the…
Battersea Power Station’s ‘LIFT 109’ provides staggering views of London
“Back to the future” - Battersea Power Station has been a symbol of London’s skyline since the mid-1930s. In 2012, under new ownership, the Power Station embarked on the next phase of its…
Flights to China from London on British Airways & Virgin Atlantic
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Virgin Atlantic and British Airways have announced they will resume flying to mainland China…
London must be ready for increase in international visitors in 2023
Super-prime real estate developer Sameer Gehlaut has today called for more luxury, flexible-stay accomodation to be built in London to capitalise on the expected return of high-speed,…
Luxair launches only direct London to Antwerp service
Antwerp, the jewel in the crown of the Flanders region, has once again returned to the LCY departures board with Luxair offering four times a week services direct from the heart of London.
American Airlines announces summer schedule at London Heathrow
American Airlines continues to expand its presence across the Atlantic, announcing its biggest-ever summer schedule to and from London Heathrow (LHR), operating 26 daily flights starting…
London revealed as the best city worldwide for entertaining clients
Using metrics such as the number of business meeting rooms available to hire, number of Michelin-recognised restaurants and the cost of a taxi, CompareMyJet has researched 38 OECD…
Paul Walters appointed as general manager of The London EDITION
The London EDITION is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Walters as General Manager. Originally from Australia, Walters has been based in London for over 10 years where he…
British Airways announces new daily flight from London Heathrow to Florence
British Airways has announced a new daily flight from London Heathrow to Florence, Italy, for Summer 2023. Starting on 26 April 2023, the new flight will operate daily from London Heathrow’s…
Madrid’s luxury hotels valued more highly than those of London, Paris and Milan
Five-star and five-star GL (Grand Luxury) hotels in Madrid have a score of 0.9050 in the Global Review IndexTM, higher than that of accommodation in the same category in London (0.8811),…
Emirates ramps up operations to London Gatwick with a third daily A380 service
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has ramped up its operations to Gatwick Airport with the addition of a third daily A380 flight.
London City Airport launches ski and Christmas routes
This December London City Airport (LCY) launches ski and Christmas routes to Chambéry and Salzburg, providing even more choice for passengers this winter.
Tokyo to hold London agent marketplace on 1 Feb
The reopening of Japan last month has been big news. In response, and to support agents maximise bookings, Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) will host a Tokyo City Promotion at Royal…
London City Airport partners with Leidos to transform airport security experience
London City Airport is investing in replacing its existing conventional security X-ray machines with new, state of the art, CT scanners, provided by Leidos.
Qatar Airways unveils new branding at London Heathrow Terminal 4
The branding features a 9-metre long Boeing 777-9 scaled model aircraft, placed above a 12-metre LED screen to highlight Qatar Airways’ products, services, destinations, and marketing…
Now fly direct London to Cincinnati with British Airways
British Airways has announced a new direct route from London Heathrow to the Cincinnati region, starting from Summer 2023. Cincinnati will become the 27th US destination served directly from…
The most cultured cities in Europe from Venice to London
The study from Bounce analysed cities across Europe on factors such as the number of museums, music venues, libraries and theatres, to reveal Europe’s most cultured cities.
Top 10 Most…
Saudi officially opens World Travel Market London 2022
Dominates presence with its largest ever pavilion and brings 40+ destination partners to leading global travel trade event.
Saudi officially opens World Travel Market London 2022
Oman Air at World Travel Market London 2022
Joining Oman’s Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, the airline will be showcasing its products and services to major global players in the travel and tourism industry, the highlight of which…
VFS Global opens a new India visa application centre in Central London
VFS Global opened an India Visa Application Centre (IVAC) for the Indian High Commission in central London to help deal with the surge in demand for visa applications since the opening of…
ABTA at World Travel Market London 2022
This year’s WTM is going to be one of the most interesting and rewarding for many years, given that COVID-19 travel restrictions have lifted around the world.
Saudi confirmed as Premier Partner for a second year running at WTM London
Saudi, the authentic home of Arabia, has been announced as Premier Partner of World Travel Market London 2022 for the second year running.
India to participate in WTM London
“Ministry of Tourism, government of India will participate in World Travel Market (WTM) 2022 from 7th to 9th November in London which is one of the largest international travel exhibitions,”…
Slovenia at WTM London 2022
The Slovenian Tourist Board will be returning to WTM to showcase the best of what the country has to offer and how they are leading the way in promoting responsible tourism.
Saudi is WTM London’s Premier Partner for 2nd year
Saudi’s Vision 2030 strategy is an ambitious blueprint for the future that is transforming Saudi with tourism at the heart.
Saudi is WTM London’s Premier Partner for 2nd year
BA City Flyer launches new route between Aberdeen and London City Airport
British Airways has launched a new route between London City Airport (LCY) and Aberdeen (ABZ) for the winter season.
Like London, Paris, Milan? The art, design and fashion in West Hollywood
In the aftermath of events such as Frieze and Fashion Week, West Hollywood’s thriving fashion, art, music and design scene stands firmly against cities across the globe.
An…
Great London Hospitality reveals new brand identity as Clermont Hotel Group
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Great London Hospitality (glh), the largest hotel owner-operator in London, has announced a landmark move for the business where it will become the ‘Clermont Hotel Group’ this autumn.…
London launches new 2030 Tourism Vision
Brits are falling in love with their capital city again, according to new data revealing the majority would prefer to holiday in London versus other European city breaks and 60% are proud to…
London Gatwick announces 51 flights a week to USA
The increased transatlantic schedule – as JetBlue adds a second daily flight to New York from 31 October – comes in time for the peak booking period ahead of the Thanksgiving and Christmas…
Virgin Atlantic Cancels London-Hong Kong Route After 30 Years
Due to the closure of Russian airspace, Virgin Atlantic will not resume service between London Heathrow and Hong Kong.
After nearly 30 years of service, the Hong Kong–London flight…
London Heathrow To Lift Passenger Cap Late October
Heathrow Airport has announced that the daily passenger quota would be lifted by the end of October.
The restriction was implemented in July 2022 to deal with summer travel chaos. It…
London’s MICE industry continues to scale up
London’s MICE industry continues to go from strength to strength in 2022 with an impressive roster of new openings and developments.
Reshaping Travel Together: World Travel Market London 2022
Reshaping Travel Together: World Travel Market London 2022 will take place on 7 - 9 November at ExCeL London. Together, let’s inspire one another with the passion that makes this the…
London City Airport invests £12m in upgradation
London City Airport today unveils a major investment in refurbishing its departure area to enhance the customer experience for its passengers and celebrate London businesses and brands.
Marketing guru Steven Bartlett to hit the stage at WTM London
Dragon’s Den star and international brand guru Steven Bartlett has been unveiled as a headline speaker at World Travel Market London.
Marketing guru Steven Bartlett to hit the stage at WTM…
Dubai, Bangkok and London most popular for India outbound
Revealing travel trends for Indian tourists this festive season, Kayak stated that Dubai, Bangkok and London are the most popular international cities to visit.
Burnout expert to speak at World Travel Market London
World-renowned executive coach, burnout expert, inspirational speaker and author, Kelly Swingler, will be sharing her experience at WTM.
Burnout expert to speak at World Travel Market…
Flights And Hotels Soar In London Before The Queen’s Funeral
Airlines and hotels have been accused of profiting from the Queen’s funeral by increasing prices and room rates up to sixfold this weekend.
According to the Mail, the cheapest…
Record number of travel agents attend ‘Taste of PATA’ London
Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), UK & Ireland recently hosted its annual flagship training event - TASTE of PATA in London.
Q&A with…. Juliette Losardo, Exhibition Director of World Travel Market London
Q&A with…. Juliette Losardo, Exhibition Director of World Travel Market London
Keynote session at WTM London probes space tourism
It will be the first time that WTM London – the largest travel industry event globally – will feature space travel on its main stage
Keynote session at WTM London probes space tourism
Registration opens for World Travel Market London 2022
This year’s show is back to its pre-pandemic format, with hundreds of destinations exhibiting and brands showcasing their new products.
Registration opens for World Travel Market London…
Calling travel agents for ‘Taste of PATA London’
On Thursday 15th September 2022, Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) UK & Ireland, in association with Travel Uni, will host its flagship event, Taste of PATA London (18:00-22:00) and…
Here to Help! London Heathrow team to enhance passenger journeys
The Here to Help programme is a long-standing initiative but has been bolstered this week in response to growing passenger numbers over the summer
Get ready today to RESET on September 16 in London
An all star participation is set for RESET in London.
Organized by TLC in partnership with the World Tourism Network.
Get ready today to RESET on September 16 in London
London’s Heathrow Airport imposes capacity cap of 100,000 passengers per day
London’s Heathrow airport is imposing a two-month cap on daily passenger traffic, a dramatic response by the country’s busiest airport to the flight chaos that has gripped Europe for weeks
Global tourism recovery sets the stage for World Travel Market London
With travel restrictions lifted, connectivity re-established, and consumer confidence regained, demand for international travel is on the rise
Global tourism recovery sets the stage for…
Etihad Airways returns to London Heathrow Terminal 4
Etihad is returning to Terminal 4 following a temporary home at Terminals 2 & 3 during the pandemic
AirAsia X is back as it spreads wings to London, Istanbul and Dubai
Marking a new era for long haul low cost air travel, AirAsia X (AAX) announced that it will be flying from Kuala Lumpur to London, Dubai and Istanbul this year
London City Airport surpasses 1 million passengers after bumper May
Following two years of passenger numbers below the 1 million-mark, London City Airport announced that it has surpassed that milestone and are confident of finishing the year close to three…
BATTLE OF THE 5-STAR LONDON HOTEL GIANTS
BATTLE OF THE 5-STAR LONDON HOTEL GIANTS: THE RITZ VS THE SAVOY
Two of London’s top, most famous luxury hotels are without a doubt the Ritz in Piccadilly and the Savoy near Covent Garden.…
Virgin Atlantic unveils second daily service on Delhi-London route
The additional daily connection from Delhi to London Heathrow offers more choice than ever, benefiting both business and leisure travellers
First Courtyard by Marriott in Central London gears up for ever-changing hospitality landscape
Business travellers using London City Airport now have a new place to meet before they fly, thanks to the opening of the first Courtyard by Marriott hotel in Central London
LATA Expo returns to London for 2022
LATA Expo is set to take place at Battersea Evolution as an in-person event from June 13 to 15
New Heathrow and London City flights enhance Isle of Man’s connectivity
Loganair, the UK’s largest regional airline, has reconnected the Isle of Man with London Heathrow, and increase its services from the Isle of Man to London City
London Heathrow faces a new harsh reality
London Heathrow faces a new harsh reality -
5 million passengers traveled through Heathrow in April, with outbound leisure travelers and Brits cashing in airline travel vouchers driving the…
Ahoy Sydney-London route! Qantas announces world’s longest direct commercial flight
The airline said the 20-hour journey will become possible when it takes delivery of a dozen Airbus A350-1000 planes, which can do more than 10,000 miles without refuelling
Qantas loves Airbus for new non-stop flights to London and New York
Qantas loves Airbus for new non-stop flights to London and New York -
Australia’s Qantas Group has confirmed that it will order 12 A350-1000s, 20 A220s, and 20 A321XLRs. The news was…
It’s London calling for Air Astana again
Air Astana has resumed its twice-weekly service from London Heathrow to Nur-Sultan
Malaysia Airlines to relaunch double daily London route
Malaysia Airlines will be increasing its flight capacity by over 70,000 seats on its non-stop flight schedule from London Heathrow to Kuala Lumpur International Airport from March 27
London’s tourism industry to see boost from GBP10 million campaign but COVID-19 challenges remain
London’s tourism sector will benefit from the planned multi-million-pound campaign to drive visitors to the city, says GlobalData.
British Airways to restart Sydney-London services
Next month, British Airways will fly passengers between Sydney and London for the first time since April 2020.
WTM London launches new brand identity for travel tech event
World Travel Market - London has redesigned and renamed its co-located travel hospitality technology show as the previously called Travel Forward event will become WTM Travel Tech
World Travel Market London gets new exhibition director
Juliette Losardo has been appointed as the new exhibition director of World Travel Market (WTM) London
Qantas Avoids Singapore On London Flights Due To Testing
Qantas has announced changes to its long-haul network beginning in late March.
What greets you at Four Seasons London: The whiff of earthy petrichor
Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane has introduced Mayfair Morning’ – a new signature lobby scent to welcome guests and the first of its kind created exclusively for the iconic property
Qantas To Re-Launch Perth-London Nonstop Service
Qantas will resume its daily nonstop service from Perth to London, from 27 March.
Picking up steam! London cruise sector steers ahead with new offerings in post-Covid times
Kyle Haughton, MD of City Cruises talks about how the cruise experiences in London on river Thames has picked up post the pandemic and the regional experiences that have gained momentum in…
London City Airport predicts strong passenger recovery in 2022
London City Airport expects pent up passenger demand to fuel a surge in growth in 2022, with the introduction of new routes and the return of top-selling destinations, resulting in more than…
Strong passenger recovery in 2022, predicts London City Airport
London City Airport (LCY) expects pent up passenger demand to fuel a surge in growth in 2022, with the introduction of new routes and the return of top-selling destinations
Qantas Restarts Sydney-Singapore-London Flights
On March 27 of 2022, Qantas’ flagship QF1 flight from Sydney to London will once again have a stopover in Singapore, with the return of the Airbus A380 on June 19.
Business travellers cancelling over Omicron, says London’s Heathrow
London's Heathrow Airport said it was seeing high levels of business travellers cancelling over concerns they could be trapped overseas by travel restrictions triggered by the new Omicron…
iProov and Eurostar announce contactless travel trial at London St Pancras
iProov, the world leader in biometric face authentication technology, and Eurostar, the high-speed passenger rail service linking the UK with mainland Europe, has announced that its trial of…
Qantas CEO reveals WA Premier promise on Perth to London flight restart
Premier Mark McGowan promised Qantas head Alan Joyce that the Perth-to-London flight would return.
WTM updates: All roads lead to London as 30 tourism ministers and exhibitors of 100 countries meet
Thousands of travel industry professionals from more than 140 countries have gathered at WTM London today for the largest industry gathering since the pandemic began
WTM London and Travel Forward to run COVID test facility at event venue
WTM London and Travel Forward 2021 will have a COVID testing facility inside ExCeL so visitors who need to take a test before flying home can do so without having to leave the venue
Heart of London’s East End witnesses Canopy by Hilton’s UK debut
Set within the multi-million-pound Minories development close to Aldgate station, the eco-conscious Canopy by Hilton provides the perfect base for design conscious travellers looking to…
Conference programme revealed! Blue chips and startups to share Travel Forward stage at WTM London
Travel Forward, the global event for travel technology co-located with WTM London, has revealed the line-up for this year’s conference programme which features one of the travel industry’s…
Singapore Airlines brings back the A380 to London
Despite several airlines mothballing their A380s it now seems to make a much quicker comeback than anticipated with some even having predicted the A380 will be gone forever.
WTM London 2021 unveils Saudi as Premier Partner
Saudi Arabia has been announced as Premier Partner of WTM London 2021 as the country ramps up its global drive to reach 100 million visitors a year by 2030
Qantas confirms nonstop Darwin-London service
When international flights resume on November 14 following the reopening of Australia's border, Qantas has confirmed it will run its flagship direct service from Australia to London via…
WTM London and Travel Forward platform goes live
WTM London and Travel Forward platform called Connect Me is now open to ensure registered delegates make the most of their time and get back to business
Pivotal months ahead for London’s revival as tourism top dog
While coastal staycations have been in high demand during the summer months, London is poised to bounce back as the go-to destination of choice for many domestic tourists
Qatar Airways launches sale from $1,399 to London and more
Award-winning Qatar Airways has taken the lead to launch a six-day sale leading up the potential re-opening of the international borders in December.
PATA announces return of in-person live events with ‘Taste of PATA London’
Pacific Asia Travel Association UK & Ireland has announced its return to in-person live events
Etihad to resume flights to London and Manchester
Etihad Airways will resume passenger flights to London and Manchester from Abu Dhabi from 8 August following the United Arab Emirates being added to the UK ‘Amber’ List
“We can’t wait to welcome you back” says London City Airport
London City has today released a new video to welcome back and support passengers as they resume travelling through the airport this summer.
WTM London unveils new China partnership
WTM London has announced that China Travel Online is the show’s newest buyer partner and media partner in China
Westbury Mayfair London’s GBP1 billion facelift
The Westbury Mayfair London revered throughout the world for its wealth of elegant stores and exclusive brands will undergo a major refurbishment.
Air India’s London-Mumbai flights from 17 May
Air India has informed that it will operate flights from London Heathrow to Mumbai from 17 May, keeping in view of the COVID-19 pandemic situation
London unveils largest domestic tourism campaign to revive hospitality
London unveils largest domestic tourism campaign ever seen to defend business, cultural institutions and attractions that were heavily damaged during the pandemic
The city is back! Maiden Hotel Week London in May to revive domestic travel
A new initiative aimed at promoting and supporting the re-opening of London’s finest hotels post lockdown, anticipated from 17 May onwards has now been unveiled
Sydney to London in four hours, could it be possible?
Sydney to London in 4 hours or 80% shorter than the current time, it may be possible by 2030, should a hypersonic rocket engine being developed in the UK get off the ground.
New hub for Covid-19 testing to be launched at Sofitel London St James in heart of Central London
Sofitel London St James has announced, through its partnership with UK biotech firm HALO, that a new testing hub for Covid-19 will be launched at the hotel
IATA Travel Pass successfully trials on first international flight in London’s Heathrow Airport
IATA announced the arrival at London’s Heathrow Airport of the first traveller using the IATA Travel Pass app to manage their travel health credentials
James Air to head Vacaay’s new London office
Australian-owned travel tech platform, Vacaay, has recruited James Air to head its new London office as regional manager UK & Europe
World’s busiest travel route of 2021: Dubai to London
Flights from Dubai to London – which have been part of the UK/UAE travel corridor – have been named the busiest international air route in the world
Hamburg: The affordable alternative to London
Hamburg - a city that merges old with new, industrial with digital, and work with play - as an exciting alternative for young professionals looking to escape the slog of the British capital…
Unveiled! Nobu Hotel London Portman Square
The 249-room luxury lifestyle hotel proudly opens its doors following the UK’s lockdown 2.0
Historic London Piccadilly Hotel to reopen as ‘The Dilly’
The historic hotel dates back to 1908 and the transformation over the coming months and years will see The Dilly defined by its London location, style and connections
Vistara to operate non-stop flights between Mumbai and London from January
Vistara, India’s full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata Group and Singapore Airlines, will operate special, non-stop flights between Mumbai and London Heathrow from 16 January 2021
London Zoo to reopen for holiday season regardless of London’s ‘COVID-19 tier’
Zoological Society of London (ZSL) announced that London Zoo will re-open for the holiday season on December 2.
Loganair unveils daily service from Isle of Man to London
Loganair, in partnership with the Isle of Man government, will commence daily services between the island and London Heathrow, from 1 December
Singapore Airlines to resume Amsterdam, Barcelona, London, Milan, Paris and Frankfurt flights
Singapore’s flag carrier, Singapore Airlines, announced that it will resume and increase the frequency of flights on a number of destinations by the end of the year.
BA boss to speak from London
Wednesday (09:30 BST ) Alex Cruz, Chairman and Chief Executive of British Airways, part of IAG, will be live online as he appears before the House of Commons Transport Select Committee.
It’s official: World Travel Market London will go virtual!
Forget the rush on the tube, forget expensive hotels! Reed Exhibition, the organizer of the World Travel Market London decided to go virtual.
Is London Heathrow becoming a second grade airport?
Heathrow’s traffic figures for August demonstrate the extent to which quarantine is strangling the economy, cutting British businesses off from their international markets
Qatar is investing in London Hotels with Ascott
The Ascott Limited (Ascott), has opened Citadines Islington London – the newest addition to its Citadines’ Apart’hotel portfolio in Europe. The prime property in the heart of Islington was…
Dukes London reopens today and gives away a free night!
Dukes London is delighted to announce that it will re-open for business on 3rd September - with an incredible offer to welcome back loyal guests and first-timers alike.
LIVE FROM LONDON – JOHN HOLLAND-KAYE Chief Executive Officer Heathrow Airport Ltd
London reports that Heathrow Airport’s Chief Executive Officer, John Holland-Kaye, will be live at a Microsoft Teams Aviation Club United Kingdom lunch 12:00 noon (BST) Wednesday 2…
London Heathrow & trade
Over 860,000 passengers travelled through Heathrow in July, down 88% on the previous year the airport has revealed. This reflects a slight uplift in passenger traffic, since the start of…
London’s Business Travel Show cancelled
In an outspoken commentary Business Travel News has confirmed that the 2020 Business Travel Show, due for the ExCeL conference centre in February, has been cancelled, although the organisers…
London City Airport: “Today marks the start of the summer getaway season”
Bookings for the flights operated by British Airways’ subsidiary BA CityFlyer have exceeded expectations, with passengers eager to take advantage of the safe travel conditions.
Let’s give each other ‘A Little Respect’! London City Airport reaches out with new passenger video
London City Airport has released a new video for passengers that showcases the extra measures that have been added to the passenger experience, to protect their wellbeing and make…
London City Airport reopens
British Airways reopened London City Airport last night with a flight from Douglas Isle of Man carrying just six passengers. But it was a start. When the pandemic started, back in March,…
London Stories! Now meet the people who make it tick
Visit London has unveiled London Stories, a new weekly online series developed to shine a light on the people who make up the very fabric of the city, and part of the Because I’m a…
JetBlue for London
Talking in a webinar sponsored by the World Aviation Festival last week Joanna Geraghty, COO and President of JetBlue, was very positive regarding a London start-up in 2021 writes Malcolm…
London Gatwick North Terminal to reopen 15 June
The North Terminal at London’s Gatwick Airport is to reopen next Monday 15 June to coincide with the return of easyJet. Full details in Business Travel News when it is published that…
Air India opens bookings for passengers to London, Singapore and US
India's national carrier Air India has opened bookings for those passengers who meet eligibility criteria and wish to travel from India to London, Singapore and select destinations in…
London Gatwick stays open
To tide it over difficult times Gatwick Airport has secured a £300m loan with a consortium of banks loan to ensure its investment grade rating is maintained Business Travel News reports…
Rosewood London offers NHS workers dream wedding for 150 guests
Rosewood London has partnered with luxury wedding company Bridelux and leading wedding suppliers to offer a complimentary once-in-a-lifetime wedding for one deserving couple, working as…
Columbus repatriation voyage arrives in London Tilbury
Cruise & Maritime Voyages’ (CMV) ship Columbus has arrived in London Tilbury after completing month-long repatriation voyage to the UK which sailed from Phuket, Thailand on 18 March.…
“It’s important we take action now”: ANZ shuts London cabin crew base
As the impact of the coronavirus outbreak continues, the travel industry has taken a fierce broadside that has caused many businesses to introduce measures that will enable them to stay…
Art of sleeping: Hotel Cafe Royal launches ‘The London Retreat’
Ahead of World Sleep Day on 13 March, Hotel Café Royal has announced the launch of ‘The London Retreat’ in partnership with an exciting mix of wellness brands.
With ultra-quiet…
New GM takes lead at London Docklands Hotel
Experienced hotelier Stephen Brown has been appointed as the new general manager of Crowne Plaza London – Docklands. Brown will join the team at the centrally located 210-bedoom hotel,…
London generates nearly a quarter of all hotel tranasactions in Europe
European hotel transaction volume reached its highest level ever recorded last year, with EUR 27.1 billion (GBP 23.3 billion) worth of deals in 2019, with London coming out on top,…
SAS unveils flights from London to Scandinavian Mountains Aiport
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has launched tickets to Sweden and Norway’s largest ski resorts, Sälen and Trysil, for winter 2020-21. Direct flights from London Heathrow to Scandinavian…
Locke at Broken Wharf to open at London’s Millennium Bridge
This March, pioneering hospitality brand Locke will open its second hotel in the capital on the Thames at London’s Millennium Bridge. The 113-room Locke at Broken Wharf is located…
Sheraton Grand London Park Lane celebrates roaring twenties with ‘Nineteen Twen-Tea’
Sheraton Grand London Park Lane offers visitors the chance to take a trip back in time to the prosperity of late 1920s London with their renowned Nineteen Twen-Tea Afternoon Tea, the…
London’s Hamilton Hotel Partners and US hotel manager Pyramid merge to create USD 6.9 billion group
The Boards of Hamilton Hotel Partners, an independent London-based hotel management and investment firm, and Pyramid Hotel Group, a privately-owned full-service hotel and resort company…
Eurostar transforms London-Amsterdam link
Eurostar, the high-speed rail link between the UK and mainland Europe, announced that from 30 April its London-Amsterdam service will operate fully direct both to and from the…
Ruby Hotels’ first UK property opens in London
Munich-based Ruby Hotels and the pioneer of the 'lean luxury' concept has launched its first UK property, in London’s Southbank. The new 75-room hotel, Ruby Lucy, forms part of an…
Top 5 places to visit outside of London
London is known for its iconic attractions and luxury shopping, but venture beyond the confines of the capital and even more spectacular highlights await.
London Marriott Hotel Park Lane unveils teddy bear butler service
London Marriott Hotel Park Lane has partnered with world-renowned toy emporium, Hamleys, to offer little guests the opportunity to handpick their own British bear from the hotel’s…
Ural Airlines connects Moscow to London Stansted
London Stansted Airport has gained its first scheduled service to Moscow with flights by Russian carrier Ural Airlines. The new four-times a week service is using Airbus A320 aircraft.…
Indian ride-sharing firm Ola London launch has 10K drivers signed up
Indian ride-sharing firm Ola signed up 10,000 drivers ahead of its launch in London.
TrustYou: London received the lowest score in ‘value for money’
Guest feedback platform provider TrustYou has released its latest review performance analysis for the UK market which focuses on the top 10 largest UK cities.
Accor returns to West London with ibis Styles London Heathrow Airport East
Accor has announced that the newly built ibis Styles London Heathrow Airport East, conceived in partnership with Splendid Hospitality Group, will open by the end of December.
“A labour of love”: StayWell Holdings celebrates spectacular London debut
In this exclusive interview, TD speaks with Fiona Godfrey, StayWell Holdings' Global Director of Revenue Generation, about the hotel's highly-anticipated debut, infusing Japanese hospitality…
Destination London: The UK’s most popular destinations
The team from InsightsX, the business intelligence tool provided by TravelgateX for the tourism market, has taken a full x-ray of the travel sector in the UK.
London takes top spot as UAE leading inbound market
Amadeus published its key findings into the top inbound and outbound destinations the UAE region, with the UK capital coming heading the source market pack.
According to the findings, the…
SiteMinder unveils Hotel App Store at World Travel Market London
Guest acquisition platform SiteMinder has launched the Hotel App Store — a marketplace which allows hotels to discover, choose and connect apps to their systems for greater guest experiences…
The Prince Akatoki London: “A unique kind of Japanese hospitality”
After completing a multi-million-pound transformation this year, The Prince Akatoki London has re-opened its doors, welcoming guests with a new ethos focused on providing genuine care.
The Prince Akatoki London: Exploring the vibrant city
The best sights and attractions are all within easy reach — if you do know where to stay — and that's why picking the right hotel is always crucial for your holiday trips.
Treehouse London: A “unique philosophy and playful aesthetic”
Treehouse London is all set to open on Langham Place in Marylebone, London. Designed to appeal to the child in all of us, Treehouse is described as "playful, curious, rustic and nostalgic",…
WTM London revamps Buyers’ Club programme
For the 40th anniversary of World Travel Mart (WTM) London, the Buyers’ Club programme is being revamped to create a new and exclusive experience for buyers, exhibitors and visitors. The…
German disruptor brand Ruby Hotels to open second London property in Clerkenwell
Ruby Hotels, the Munich-based hotel brand and pioneer of the ‘Lean Luxury’ philosophy, has announced plans for a second UK property, in London’s Clerkenwell, to open in the first quarter…
Europe’s first LXR Hotels property opens in London
The Biltmore Mayfair has opened its doors as Europe’s first LXR Hotels & Resorts property - Hilton’s collection of luxury hotels. The brand made its world debut in Dubai last year,…
The Prince Akatoki: Dawn of a new era begins in London
Inspired by the traditions of Japanese hospitality, The Prince Akatoki London has re-opened its doors following a multi-million-pound transformation.
Londoner calling: Preferred Hotels welcomes its latest glam property
Preferred Hotels & Resorts, has announced that the newest, salubrious address to arrive in the UK capital -- The Londoner, in Leicester Square -- will be part of the luxury brand's…
The Prince Akatoki London: “A true sanctuary for renewal”
In this TD interview, we speak with president and director Simon Wan, about the hotel's major transformation and what's in store for StayWell Holdings.
Air Canada to launch Dreamliner service from Ottawa to London-Heathrow
Air Canada announced it will upgrade its non-stop flights from Ottawa to London-Heathrow to operate the daily service with its state-of-the-art Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Beginning next…
Radisson Red to take the stage in London
Radisson Hotel Group has announced the signing of the Radisson Red London Greenwich in the UK. It will be the first property to bring the group’s upscale, lifestyle select-service hotel…
Ruby Hotels’ first UK property to open in London
Ruby Hotels, the Munich-based hotel brand and pioneer of the ‘lean luxury’ philosophy, will launch its first UK property in January 2020 in London’s Southbank. The new 76-room hotel,…
Travelport signs decade-long partnership with Edwardian Hotels London
Travelport has signed a long-term agreement with Edwardian Hotels London. The contract represents the largest hotel partnership of its kind managed by Travelport’s digital media…
Visit Malaysia 2020 campaign goes to London
At the Malaysian High Commission in London, business partners gathered for the roll out of the Visit Malaysia 2020 campaign in the UK. The event at Belgrave Square was attended by High…
World’s first ‘plant hotel’ opens in London
Just when you think you’ve seen it all, Patch Plant Hotel, a hotel exclusively for houseplants has just opened in London.
Room service rip-offs: London’s most expensive meals revealed
Research, by apartment provider Cuckooz, has revealed some of the extortionate room service meal prices at London hotels. The report shows average cost of a room service meal, for one…
Jazeera Airways to launch daily flights to London
Jazeera Airways, a Kuwaiti low-cost carrier, has announced plans to start flying daily to London from 27 October, serving the British capital in a new A320neo aircraft.
This will be…
Sporting fixtures bring 6% boost to London’s hotels while provinces feel the squeeze
On the back of both major sporting fixtures, London’s hotels have witnessed an average room rate rise. Revenue per available room (RevPAR) in London’s hotels rose 6% in Q2 2019 with…
PAL denies rumours of an end to Manila-London operations
Rumours of Philippine Airlines’ withdrawal from London market were denied by the airline in a statement last night. Rejecting industry gossip, the airline cited an uptick in customer numbers…
Still number one: London tops European MICE chart for the fifth time
Maestro of MICE Cvent, has unleashed its yearly list of the top meeting destinations for meetings and events in Europe.
For the fifth consecutive year, London retained its number one…
British Airways to add more flights on Mumbai-London Heathrow route
British Airways is set to add four additional frequencies on the Mumbai-London Heathrow route from March 2020 to its existing double daily schedule. This will increase the weekly flights…
London’s new riverside attraction: “A magical futuristic environment”
London's newest riverside destination, The Tide on Greenwich Peninsula, has opened with a large-scale installation of 25 inflated water droplets.
Japan’s Prince Hotels comes to London, debuts Prince Akatoki brand
StayWell Holdings, a subsidiary of Prince Hotels, has announced that the Prince Akatoki hotel brand will debut in the UK with the opening of the The Prince Akatoki London in September.…
Text before bed! London hotel launches library with literature to aid sleep
Sheraton Grand London Park Lane has partnered with its neighbour Hatchards, the oldest bookseller in London, and a sleep expert and chartered psychologist, to create the ZZZ-list, an…
‘Meet Your South Africa’ guides at Experience Africa 2019 in London
South African Tourism will be one of the lead sponsors of Experience Africa this year which will take place between 24-26 June at the CCT Venues Plus in London.
South African Tourism…
Hotels near London’s tourist attractions cost this much more per night
Latest research from serviced apartment provider Cuckooz claimed that the cost of staying near tourist attractions in London is significantly higher than hotels miles away.
Strengthening ties: Singapore celebrates 2019 Bicentennial in London, brings techno garden here
To commemorate Singapore’s Bicentennial and celebrate the bilateral relations the UK and Singapore have shared since 1819, the latter unveils a multi-sensory garden -- ‘Singapore: Where…
Flying start to 2019 for London’s major airports
Amidst all the fears around the impact of Brexit on passenger numbers in the UK, the country’s busiest airports have had a storming start to the year. Heathrow passenger numbers in May…
Tourism Nova Scotia’s campaign hits London roads
With the lively capital of Halifax, unique landscapes and long coastlines, Nova Scotia is gearing up to entice the UK market with its new branding campaign. Tourism Nova Scotia has…
Starwood Capital’s Barry Sternlicht launches Treehouse Hotels in London
The founder of hip luxury chain W Hotels, and chairman and CEO of Starwood Capital Group, Barry Sternlicht, unveiled his latest venture in the British capital this week, with the opening…
IHG signs Hotel Indigo London-Clerkenwell
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has signed a management agreement with Omenport Developments Ltd for Hotel Indigo London – Clerkenwell.
‘100 Years of Hilton’ exhibition opens at London Hilton on Park Lane
To showcase the iconic history of the hospitality brand, Hilton has opened an exhibition at the London Hilton on Park Lane, the first UK Hilton hotel.
Cor blimey: David Beckham and Sands’ USD 2.2 billion launch of The Londoner Macau
David Beckham joined executives from Las Vegas Sands and Sands China Ltd on stage at The Venetian hotel in Macau yesterday, to bring some extra razzle-dazzle to the company’s USD 2.2 billion…
Air China triples daily flights between London and Beijing
Air China, the country's major carrier to the UK, has introduced the new Airbus A350-900, operating on its London Heathrow to Beijing route.
Nobu Hospitality sets the stage in London’s West End
Nobu Hospitality, the luxury hospitality brand founded by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, has announced the launch of its London West End hotel.
ATTA boy! Experience Africa 2019 comes to London
Experience Africa by ATTA will return to London for three days from Monday 24 June to Wednesday 26 June 2019 at Canary Wharf CCT Venues Plus.
Fattal Hotel Group enters Central London with Grange Hotels acquisition
Fattal Hotel Group, a hospitality company with a growing portfolio in Europe and Israel, has announced its debut in Central London with Grange Hotels.
London City Airport: “Our new brand has landed”
London City Airport has revealed a new brand identity, reflecting a more vibrant and contemporary look, synonymous with modern London.
Air China moves direct flight service to London Heathrow
China’s largest air carrier to the UK, Air China, will move its direct service between Chengdu and Beijing from London Gatwick to London Heathrow.
Hot hotel openings: “A London legend reborn”
From a much-anticipated hotel re-opening in London to a new luxury resort on the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius — here are the hottest hotel openings this week.
RBH signs for double debut in London
RBH has signed a hotel management agreement with 4C Hotel Group to bring two global brands to London in late 2020.
Brits are sustainable travellers: Hilton London at Heathrow Airport reforms
A data study by conducted by Hilton London Heathrow Airport said that averagely 68% of Brits are likely to choose sustainable alternatives during everyday activities, with over two thirds…
Hawker Calling: SG street food legend returns to London
Singaporean street food legend, Hawker Chan, and A Noodle Story will bring their signature dishes to London for a ‘taste of Singapore’ this March.
PAL launches three way capital-to-capital routes connecting SE Asia to London
Philippine Airlines (PAL), has announced the launch of the first direct link connecting the Philippines to the capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh, from the airline’s Manila hub.
Mondrian London enters “new era” with nautical rebrand
Mondrian London has announced it is now managed by Lore Group, entering the next chapter of its history as Sea Containers London.
Merchants of MICE: City of London’s latest property channels local history
The new City of London hotel Vintry & Mercer, set to open on 4 February 2019, has revealed it will be taking the MICE market seriously by unveiling a set of three new meeting and event…
Cruise news: New launches, The London Cruise Show and more
We have our eyes not just on the road. But also the air and the sea. The newly launched cruise news round up is your weekly guide to the must-know in the cruise industry.
Water works: How London City Airport will channel the River Thames
London City Airports released concept art of its new terminal today, with design elements based on the River Thames.
Summer Lovin’: Inhabit Hotels ready for hot London debut
Inhabit Hotels has announced its debut property in London, situated in the quaint Paddington area.
London Gatwick’s Shanghai surprise for business travellers
London Gatwick has unveiled a key new route with the announcement of China Eastern’s new service from the UK’s second largest airport to China’s second largest city, Shanghai.
BW Great Britain adds London hotel to drive tourism growth
BW Great Britain has announced the addition of The Best Western London Queens Crystal Palace Hotel to its growing portfolio of over 260 independent hotels.
London’s Grosvenor Hotel to relaunch as Amba Hotel Victoria
Amba Hotels, a 4-star hotel brand from London’s glh Hotels, has announced the addition of an iconic property at London’s Victoria Station.
Hard Rock Hotel London: “The atmosphere will be like nothing else”
Ahead of Hard Rock Hotel London opening its doors in spring 2019, we caught up with its hotel manager, Robert Catlin, to talk about the new icon.
Kimpton’s London debut: “It’s what guests in this city are craving”
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has announced the debut of Kimpton Hotels brand in the UK with the opening of Kimpton Fitzroy London.
“TFL proposals threaten London tourism” says UKinbound
UKinbound, a leading travel trade association, has written to London mayor Sadiq Khan expressing concerns on the new requirements and proposals from Transport for London.
Namaste London: India’s OYO Hotels set to enter the UK
OYO Hotels, South Asia’s largest hospitality chain, announced its foray into the United Kingdom, its first market beyond Asia.
American Airlines to launch nonstop service from London to Phoenix
American Airlines has announced it is launching a new daily nonstop flight between London and Phoenix, Arizona, beginning 31 March 2019.
Aer Lingus partners with CityJet for London to Dublin route
Aer Lingus and CityJet have joined forces to operate a new route between London and Dublin. Starting 28 October, Aer Lingus will operate six daily round trips on weekdays, with a reduced…
PAL strengthens London-Manila connection with Manchester event
Philippine Airlines (PAL) and the Philippine Department of Tourism London (PDOT) have hosted over 80 travel agents from the leisure and corporate sectors in Manchester.
Infographic: The best day trips only an hour from London
Citybase Apartments, a platform for booking serviced apartments, has compiled the best places to visit within an hour by train from central London.
Sheraton Grand London Park Lane launches multi-sensory hotel suite
Sheraton Grand London Park Lane has launched a multi-sensory suite to encourage the release of "happy hormones" in its guests.
Despite Brexit, London is still Europe’s top city for MICE
Despite the uncertainty of Britain’s economic future post by Brexit, felt by many within the hospitality and travel industry, post Brexit. There is some solace to be found in recent data…
British Airways launches direct flight from London to Pittsburgh
Starting 2 April 2019, British Airways will service a nonstop flight from London to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Infographic: Discover London’s best-loved attractions according to social media
Infographic: Central London Apartments has revealed the favourite tourist attractions in London.
AR tech brings the beauty of Ras Al Khaimah to London’s skyline
RAKTDA and Zip Now London unveil the world's first augmented reality zipline in London.
Primera Air includes new US flights from London Stansted for winter 2018
Primera Air launch winter schedule for 2018/19.
China Southern Airlines launches new route between Sanya and London
China's Hainan province announced the launch of its first intercontinental route between Sanya and London after China unveiled its plan to build Hainan island into its pilot international…
PAL upgrades London-Manila flight; introduces premium economy to Europe
Philippine Airlines launch Airbus A350-900 in the UK.
Sweet Inn launches in London with five-star vacation apartments
Sweet Inn has officially launched in London with 26 serviced vacation apartments that provide the luxury and comforts of a five-star hotel.
“Intelligent use of space” Corinthia Hotel London unveils 11 new suites
Corinthia Hotels announce batch of new luxury accommodations at its flagship London property
Wizz Air boosts frequency of London – Eilat connection to five times a week
Back in February of 2017 low cost carrier Wizz Air announced it had begun operations of a new direct from London Luton Airport to Eilat, in Israel. Now the Hungarian airline has increased…
Leisure Pass Group partners with Ctrip to entice Chinese travellers to London attractions
Attraction pass company, Leisure Pass Group, has teamed up with Chinese travel provider, Ctrip, to boost tourist arrivals in key European and US cities.
London is still top destination for business travellers despite Brexit
A new research commissioned by Jurys Inn, a hotel chain in the UK and Ireland, has revealed the five most business-friendly cities in Europe. And as business travel continues to flourish,…
PAL Filipino Food Festival launches in London
Following on from its Great Australian Challenge competition when Philippine Airlines (PAL) and Tourism Australia challenged the travel agencies of the UK to show-off their knowledge of down…
Westin Hotels & Resorts to debut in the UK along London’s River Thames
Westin Hotels & Resorts, a brand under Marriott International, has announced its plans of debuting in the UK with a hotel on the bank of the Thames scheduled for 2020.
Is TRG Concessions the best F&B partner for London Southend Airport?
It is always good to hear about the UK’s top air transport hub, London Southend Airport. The beginning of May saw it unveil three extra services to the Mediterranean, and this week it…
Dukes London completes renovation and unveils new ‘Deluxe’ category
Following an extensive multi-million-pound refurbishment, the iconic Dukes London reopens with renovated rooms, public areas, and a new Deluxe Room category.
Direct flights from Durban to London to debut on 29 October
Great news for British passengers heading to Durban in South Africa as British Airways announced that it will offer a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to King Shaka International…
Explore European Capital of Culture as part of three new flights from London’s best airport
London Southend Airport, five times recipient of Which? magazine’s ‘Best London Airport’ award, is boosting its coverage this summer with three new services to Sicily, Sardinia and Malta…
Gulf Air’s new 787-9 Dreamliner operates regional routes before taking on Bahrain – London
Gulf Air has announced it will launch its newly delivered Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on its Jeddah route and a number of other regional services, in order to put the aircraft through its paces…
London Hotel Group to transform forgotten space in Tooting into a 221-room apart-hotel
London Hotel Group (LHG) has secured permission to transform the abandoned Tooting Constitutional Club into an apart-hotel, as part of a plan to develop the surrounding community.
Falling…
London exits top ten most expensive global business destinations
What a difference a year makes. Following on from a report in February 2017, where we detailed how London had fallen from being the second most expensive business destination in Europe to…
Etihad’s fuel reduction equals 850 Abu Dhabi to London flights
Committed to a goal of fuel efficiency and a carbon neutral footprint of fifty percent of 2005 levels by 2050, Etihad have announced they slashed 195,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions…
Eurostar debuts London to Amsterdam train route – we look at the pros and cons of ‘The Chunnel’ versus flying
Eurostar’s new service from London to Amsterdam made its maiden voyage on 5 April - despite the French rail industry doing everything they could to ruin the party with their strike.
Qantas means business in Perth with a new direct flight to London, new lounge and a new take on passenger wellness
In a journey set to go down in aviation history, Qantas has hardwired Perth to London, with the completion of the first direct commercial flight between the Australia and the UK.
Wanup reinvents how travellers get rewards, launches new tech solution at Sunborn London
Wanup has just announced a new tech solution for guests of its partner hotels and it was introduced recently at the Sunborn London Yacht Hotel.
Primera Air to fly direct from London to Washington this summer
Primera Air will begin direct flights five times a week from London Stansted to Washington Dulles airport, with flights commencing August 22.
The airline will also increase flight…
Luc Delafosse of Jumeirah Carlton Tower updates on one of London’s leading luxury hotels
Travel Daily catches up with Luc Delafosse, regional vice president Europe and general manager of Jumeirah Carlton Tower, London.
What does your role involve and how long…
Aeromexico celebrates five years of London-Mexico City route
Aeromexico recently celebrated five years of its service flying between London and Mexico City.
Guest gathered at a lunch and networking event at the Grange St Paul's Hotel in London…
Malaysia Airlines launches A350 flight from London to Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia Airlines launched its inaugural Airbus A350 from London Heathrow at 9.30pm yesterday evening, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International Airport at 6.30pm (all times local).
World Spa and Wellness Convention returns to London
The World Spa and Wellness Convention, the networking event for owners of spas, hotels and wellness centres is returning to London for 2018, with a two-day programme designed to grow skills…
TAP to operate London City Airport to Porto route
TAP Air Portugal has announced a new operation between London City Airport and Porto, in addition to its service already available from London Gatwick.
Launching on 25 March 2018, the…
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group reveal plans for luxury London location
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage a new luxury hotel and branded residences on Hanover Square in the heart of London’s Mayfair district. The project is expected…
Air Maroc launches London Gatwick to Marrakech
Air Arabia Maroc has launched its winter schedule announcing a direct new route connecting London Gatwick to Marrakech.
The inaugural flight of the new route was operated on November 1…
World Travel Market 2017: Hong Kong on the up, while London takes a tumble
London will fall down the global city destination rankings in the next seven years, slipping from third to sixth, according to research for WTM (World Travel Market - London).
WTM 2017: Terracotta Army storms into London
On November 6, 2017 at 10:00 a.m., a Terracotta Warrior Flashmob event organized by the Shaanxi Provincial Tourism Development Commission was held at the World Travel Market London. 50…
Duke of Westminster attends HSH London launch
The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited celebrated the groundbreaking ceremony for The Peninsula London in Belgravia, London. The Duke of Westminster attended as Guest of Honour at the…
TAP and London City Airport host launch party
TAP Air Portugal and London City Airport recently partnered to organise a trade networking evening at Boisdale Canary Wharf.
The event was organised to celebrate the launch of TAP’s new…
Asia DMC’s Linh Le to push sustainable tourism at WTM London 2017
Destination management company, ASIA DMC, will demonstrate its environmental credentials next month when group managing director, Linh Le, debates the critical issue of sustainable tourism…
Philippine Airlines introduce the B777-300ER to London-Manila
Philippine Airlines launches the new B777-300ER aircraft on the London - Manila route, which substantially enhances the passenger travel experience and increases capacity for the airline.
Philippine Airlines launches B777-300ER on London-Manila route
Philippine Airlines has launched the new B777-300ER aircraft on the London - Manila route.
While the inaugural flight left Heathrow on 19 September, daily flights for the B777-300ER start…
New Orleans takes over London this month
The New Orleans Saints Football Team will be playing against the Miami Dolphins at Wembley on 1 October 2017.
To celebrate, two of New Orleans restaurants will take up residency in…
Mayor of London launches autumn season vision for tourism
The Mayor of London and visitlondon.com has launched a vision to accelerate the capital’s status as a world-class tourist destination.
Tourism numbers in London are set to rise…
Super Break launches two-night Ultimate London packages
Super Break has launched new two-night Ultimate London trips combining overnight accommodation, coach or rail travel and fully travel agent commissonable packages.
Available on 17…
VBRATA UK launches the London Caipirinha Festival with event for travel trade
VBRATA UK (Visit Brazil Travel & Cultural Association) has announced the launch for the first edition of the annual London Caipirinha Festival in partnership with the Embassy of Brazil…
British Airways to increase weekly flight schedule from London to Philadelphia
British Airways has announced an increase in its weekly flight schedule from Heathrow to Philadelphia International Airport in spring 2018.
It will increase the service from seven…
The Gore Hotel: A Timeless Classic from Victorian London
In the UK, the Victorian era was a time of remarkable, unprecedented discovery.
In the 1800s, the world welcomed an astounding number of inventions including the railway, telegraph,…
AccorHotels launches ibis budget London Luton Airport hotel
AccorHotels has launched the ibis budget London Luton Airport hotel located close to Luton Airport and Luton Parkway station.
Hotel employees will host guests in a more social and…
New York, Paris and London are most tagged destinations
Research has recorded check-in figures for more than 200 worldwide tourist hotspots as of August 2017, plus usage of popular holiday, travel and location hashtags.
Carried out by…
PAL to fly new 777 daily to London
Philippine Airlines will boost its European operations next month with the deployment of its latest long-haul aircraft on the Manila-London route.
On 19 September 2017, the national…
EL AL’s first Dreamliner will take off from London
EL AL’s inaugural Dreamliner flight is expected to take place on 12 September 2017 departing from London Heathrow.
It will operate four times a week, until 15 March, 2018 (winter…
Missouri hosts travel trade event in London
Representatives from the Missouri Tourism Office recently hosted a celebration of Jazz and Blues for the travel trade during their recent UK Sales Mission.
The reception featured a…
Jamaica wrapped taxis take over London this summer
The Jamaica Tourist Board has wrapped 150 London cabs with pictures of the idyllic blue waters of the Caribbean sea and cliffs alongside the words, ‘Less Traffic, More Jammin.’
The…
Philippine Airlines is the official airline partner of Indonesian Weekend London 2017
London's largest festival of Indonesian culture has announced Philippine Airlines (PAL) as its Official Airline partner for 2017.
To promote Indonesia as a premium tourist destination,…
Super Break launches summer London rail sale
Super Break is offering £10pp savings on its two-night rail breaks into London, ideal for agents to promote via their various marketing channels for school summer holiday breaks.
The…
Aeromexico – now flying daily non-stop between London and Mexico City
Aeromexico now offers a direct daily service on the London-Mexico City route to continue strengthening ties between Mexico and the United Kingdom.
Operated by the Boeing 787-8…
Eating London launches two new walking tours
On the back of its tours in the East End and Soho, Eating London is expanding its offerings in the capital with the launch of two new tours in Brick Lane and the Docklands respectively.…
China Airlines to launch non-stop flights to London
China Airlines will start flying direct to the UK later this year.
The Taiwanese national carrier will kick off its new non-stop service between Taipei and London's Gatwick Airport on…
BA launches inaugural Skiathos route from London City
British Airways has launched flights to Skiathos from London City airport.
The route will operate three-times-a-week from London City.
As well as its famous Mamma Mia! film connection…
Where to Stay: including the new Conrad Osaka, Raffles London and Shangri-La Melbourne
Conrad Osaka
Location: Floors 33-40 of the Nakanoshima Festival Complex, between Osaka's Umeda and Namba districts
Grade: Luxury
Keys: 164
Facilities: Four restaurants, a 40th…
Aeroflot begins Airbus 330-300 service between Moscow and London
Aeroflot has begun service with widebody Airbus 330-300 aircraft on its evening flights between Moscow and London.
Starting 1 June 2017, the airline is operating A330-300 airliners…
Philippine Airlines expands London presence
Philippine Airlines has moved its London-based staff into a more central, larger office.
The new location in London’s Soho will accommodate the growth of the airline as it continues its…
Brasil Junino seminar inspires London travel agents
Tour operators and travel agents from London participated in the two-day "Brasil Junino Seminar", which took place on 31 May and on 1 June at the Embassy of Brazil in London.
A group…
Royal Lancaster London: Launching September 2017
Royal Lancaster London will launch in September 2017 following an extensive renovation led by Studio PROOF. Upon completion, the mid-century icon will reinstate its original name of ‘Royal…
Jet Airways adds to London-Mumbai service
Jet Airways has announced the introduction of its third, non-stop, daily service between London Heathrow and Mumbai.
Beginning October 2017, as part of the airline’s winter schedule, the…
Aeromexico commences direct daily service London-Mexico City
Aeromexico is operating a direct daily service on the London-Mexico City starting today.
It began operations between the two countries in 2012 with three flights per week, increasing…
London Stock Exchange endorses Advantage Travel Partnership
Advantage Travel Partnership has been identified as one of London Stock Exchange’s 1000 Companies to Inspire Britain - a report that celebrates the best of the UK’s fastest-growing and most…
Philippines Airlines to operate Boeing 777-300ER on London to Manila route
From mid-December this year a Philippines Airlines (PAL) Boeing 777-300ER aircraft will serve the daily London to Manila route.
PAL president and chief operating officer Jaime J.…
Monarch marks 20 years of London Luton to Gibraltar services
Monarch has celebrated 20 years of services between London Luton and Gibraltar. The route, which commenced in May 1997, has carried more than 1.5 million passengers.
Marking the occasion…
Budapest Airport grows London connection
Budapest Airport has welcomed the inaugural flight of Flybe’s three times weekly service to London Southend.
It is the airport's fifth direct connection to London.
Expecting a 14%…
London takes pole position for musical tourists
New research released today by lastminute.com confirms that London takes pole position for musical tourists from across the world.
A third of French (34%), two-fifths of Spanish (40%) and…
Cologne Bonn launches third London link
Cologne Bonn Airport recently launched a direct service to London Southend with Stobart Air, operated by Flybe.
The addition of Flybe’s six times weekly service means the German airport…
British Airways offers new London route to Murcia
British Airways has started to operate a twice-weekly summer service from Heathrow into Murcia-San Javier airport, offering easy access to one of the fastest-growing tourist regions in…
TAP to launch flights from London City Airport
Portuguese airline TAP has confirmed it will launch flights from London City Airport to Lisbon on 29 October.
The new route will complement existing flights from Heathrow and Gatwick.…
Monarch crew gear up for London Marathon world record attempt
The streets of London will become the runway for a team of Manchester based Monarch crew as they attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the Fastest Marathon in a Four Person Costume…
London Stansted reveals plans for £130m arrivals building
London Stansted Airport has today unveiled plans for a new £130 million arrivals building to significantly improve the passenger experience.
The building is the latest phase in the…
London hotel sector reports strong gains in March
London’s hotel sector reported strong growth in March, with occupancy up 5.7% and the average daily rate (ADR) up 8%.
Based on daily data supplied by STR, London reported the following in…
London Marriott Hotel Park Lane appoints new GM
London Marriott Hotel Park Lane has appointed Riddian Davies general manager.
Davies joins the hotel, which completed an extensive renovation in 2015, following successful GM roles in…
Pegasus celebrates 10 years flying from London Stansted
LCC Pegasus Airlines is celebrating ten years of flying from London Stansted Airport, offering direct and connecting flights from London to over 60 destinations across Turkey, Russia, the…
Hampton by Hilton London Docklands opens for business
Hilton has announced the opening of its newest property in London, Hampton by Hilton London Docklands.
The 209 room Hampton by Hilton is managed by Redefine|BDL Hotels (RBH).
Hampton…
China Southern doubles London flights
China Southern Airlines will double the frequency of its flights to London this summer, with the launch of a second daily service direct from Guangzhou.
Commencing on 1 June 2017, the…
London and Paris to partner on tourism initiatives
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, and the Mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo, have announced new business and tourism collaborations to attract international visitors to both cities and help…
Hilton London Bankside adds spa facilities
Hilton London Bankside has launched its new Spa To You treatment rooms.
The two new treatment rooms complement the hotel’s swimming pool and gym. Spa To You brings a wide range of…
London airports team up to promote rail services to Scottish flyers
Gatwick Express, Heathrow Express, Stansted Express and Luton Thameslink have launched their first ever joint sales team at Edinburgh airport for air passengers flying into London. …
London launches foodie tourism promotion
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has launched a new social media campaign called #MyLondonDish to celebrate food in London, as part of his #LondonIsOpen movement.
Top chefs and food…
London hotel sector on the rise
London’s hotel sector reported positive occupancy and rate growth in February, according to preliminary data for the month from STR.
Based on daily data from February, London reported the…
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Sol House Bali Legian
Location: Walking distance Bali's Legian Beach
Grade: Upscale
Keys: 136
Facilities: Restaurant, rooftop area with large jacuzzi and DJ booth, 12 party rooms,…
Korean Air to fly biggest jets to London
Korean Air will fly its two largest passenger jets to London Heathrow Airport this summer.
Effective 26 March 2017, the national carrier will operate a mixed fleet on its UK route,…
London tops Europe for overnight visitor stays
London’s hotels and other accommodation recorded over 56 million overnight stays last year, more than any other city in Europe, new research reveals.
According to European Cities…
London’s iconic cabs get a Gulf Air re-brand
London's iconic taxi cabs have been adorned with full Gulf Air branding as part of a campaign with taxi advertising specialist Sherbet Media.
The advertising initiative showcased the…
Nobu Hotels to open first European hotel in London in June
Located in the heart of London’s artistic quarter, Nobu Hotel Shoreditch will be the first European hotel from the internationally renowned Nobu Hotels brand.
The hotel will feature…
New arrivals lounges planned for London Heathrow
A new wave of luxury lounges is set to open at London Heathrow Airport thanks to an expansion by Plaza Premium Group.
Plans have been announced for two new lounges to be opened by the…
bmi regional to launch double daily Derry-London route
bmi regional has announced it will launch a new service between City of Derry Airport and London Stansted Airport in mid-May.
The route, which is a public service obligation, or PSO, has…
Wizz Air confirms new London-Tel Aviv flights
Wizz Air has confirmed it will launch flights from London Luton to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport on 24th June.
Flights will operate four times a week on Tuesdays,…
Air Astana ramps up London services
Kazakhstan's national carrier will ramp up the frequency of its flights to London this summer.
Air Astana has confirmed that, effective June 2017, it will launch a fifth weekly flight…
CLIA hosts first Executive Partner Conference in London
This week’s CLIA Executive Partner Conference brought together 200 delegates including 46 cruise executives from 21 countries. Two back-to-back forums covered important industry matters on…
YTL Hotels launches fifth UK property in London
YTL Hotels has announced its fifth property in the UK with the acquisition of Threadneedles Hotel, its second Autograph Collection property in the country.
Situated in the heart of…
Kostas Sfaltos appointed GM of Bulgari Hotel London
Seasoned hotelier Kostas Sfaltos has joined Bulgari Hotel London as General Manager.
In his new role Sfaltos will oversee property operations, business development, brand positioning,…
Caribtours re-launches Diamond Club London
Tour operator Caribtours has re-launched its Travel Agent Recognition programme. Known as the Diamond Club, the programme is aimed at top elite agent partners who consistently support…
Malaysia’s YTL acquires London hotel
Malaysia's YTL Hotels has acquired a Marriott-branded property in London.
The 74-room Threadneedles Hotel, which is part of Marriott's Autograph Collection, is located in London's…
WTM London 2016 generated record £2.8 billion in deals
World Travel Market London 2016 generated a record £2.8 billion in travel and tourism industry deals, according to event organisers.
Independent research among World Travel Market…
AccorHotels signs Novotel London Stansted
AccorHotels has made a major new signing at London Stansted Airport. The Novotel London Stansted has been signed under a franchise agreement and will be operated by Arora Hotels a division…
Best Western adds 300 new beds in Greater London
Best Western Great Britain has announced 300 new beds in the Greater London area with the opening of three new build Best Western Plus properties in Croydon, Vauxhall and Wembley. This is…
BA ramps up capacity at London City Airport
British Airways is offering almost two million seats from London City Airport this summer and launching a new three-times-a-week service to Skiathos.
It is the third Greek Island…
Cruise Lines International Association to host first executive partner conference in London
The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the unified voice and leading authority of the global cruise community, confirms a new event for industry stakeholders - the CLIA Executive…
CLIA to host first executive partner conference in London
The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), will stage the CLIA Executive Partner Conference on Monday 6th and Tuesday 7thFebruary 2017 in the heart of London.
The new event…
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Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square (pictured above)
Location: In the former headquarters of the Port of London Authority, in the city's business district near Tower Bridge…
Thirsty Thursday returns to London!
Thirsty Thursday, Travel Daily Media's world-famous travel industry networking event, returned to London on 26th January 2017.
The event saw the cream of the UK travel industry gather…
Swiss challenges Londoners to create world’s longest ski-lift queue
Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) is aiming to establish a world record in London for the longest ski-lift queue as part of its new campaign: SWISSED – just as holiday makers are getting…
London on track to report record year for tourism
London welcomed a record 14 million international visits in the first nine months of 2016, putting the city on course for another bumper tourism year, according to International Passenger…
Flybe to extend Cardiff-London City flights
Flybe has announced the continuation of its service from Cardiff to London City as part of its extensive Summer ’17 schedule that starts on 26th March. Tickets are available for booking now…
Finnair to fly direct from London to Lapland
Finnair has announced that it will start flying non-stop from the UK to Finnish Lapland. The new direct service will link London Gatwick and Ivalo twice a week from mid-December 2017 until…
London hotel sector bounces back
STR’s preliminary December 2016 data for London, England, indicates significant demand growth and high occupancy levels.
Based on daily data from December, London reported the following…
London City Airport celebrates record year
Expanding routes, investment in facilities and the continued convenience of the only airport actually in London has led to a record-breaking year for London City Airport (LCY).
In…
Where to Stay: New hotels in London, Ningbo, Paris and Nevis
Hyatt Place London Heathrow Airport
Location: Heathrow Airport’s perimeter road
Grade: Upper-midscale
Keys: 358
Facilities: Restaurant, 24-hour F&B area, bar, 24-hour fitness…
London hotel sector bounces back in November
Hotel industry analyst STR’s preliminary November 2016 data for London indicates strong demand growth and sharp performance increases.
Based on daily data from November, London reported…
Dukes London launches refurb programme
Dukes London, which was recently named ‘World’s Leading Classic Hotel’ for the fifth year in a row at the 2016 World Travel Awards, has commenced a refurbishment programme.
As part…
Vietnam Airlines celebrates fifth anniversary of flying from London
Vietnam Airlines has celebrated the fifth anniversary of its inaugural flight from Vietnam to London, which arrived on 9 December 2011.
On Wednesday evening, Vietnam Airlines UK…
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew named London’s best attraction
The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew has been voted ‘Best Attraction in London’ at the 2016 Worldwide Attraction Awards hosted by AttractionTix.co.uk.
More than 23,000 public votes were…
New private jet service links London and Dubai
Private jet operator JetSmarter has launched the first-ever shared, private JetShuttle flight that will connect Europe and the Middle East, offering JetSmarter members single-seat trips on…
Mercure London Hyde Park opens for business
Mercure Hotels has now opened the doors of its latest London property, Mercure London Hyde Park.
Tastefully converted, the impressive 4-star Grade II listed building is located in…
Hainan Airlines wants to launch London flights
Hainan Airlines has applied for permission to launch its first flights to London next year.
If the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) approves the bid, the Chinese carrier…
Vietnam Airlines to deploy new Dreamliner on London route
Vietnam Airlines has celebrated the delivery of the flag carrier’s 10th Boeing 787 Dreamliner in Hanoi, with the new aircraft set to be deployed on the airline’s services to London Heathrow…
Save the date – 9th London Cruise Show
The 9th annual London CRUISE Show, taking place at Olympia London, 18-19 February 2017 is Europe’s biggest event dedicated to discovering a world of voyages.
Join the largest collection…
‘London is open’ to global shoppers
Families visiting London from overseas this summer have potentially made huge savings during their stay, according to data from visitlondon.com, the city’s official visitor guide.
The…
London Hoteliers Report Largest Decline Since 2001
London hoteliers have reported significant declines across all performance metrics in October, as uncertainty driven by Brexit begins to impact the sector.
London pictured from The…
London Retains Its Position as the World’s Top Sports Destination
London Retains Its Position as the World’s Top Sports Destination
Written by:Aaron Greenwood
Posted On:10th November, 2016 12:16 pm
London has consolidated its reputation as the world’s…
Colorado Tourism Office has officially launched its Year of Summer Adventure at World Travel Market in London.
Colorado Tourism Office has officially launched its Year of Summer Adventure at World Travel Market in London.
Written by: Aaron Greenwood
Posted On:8th November, 2016 12:26 pm
The…
London hoteliers report largest declines since 2001
London hoteliers have reported significant declines across all performance metrics in October, as uncertainty driven by Brexit begins to impact the sector.
According to STR's October…
London retains its position as the world’s top sports destination
London has consolidated its reputation as the world’s leading global sports destination after retaining its number one position in the Global Sport Cities Index.
The capital also…
British Airways celebrates first anniversary of the Dreamliner launch with special fares from Abu Dhabi to London
British Airways has announced a special fares campaign to mark the one-year anniversary since the launch of the Dreamliner 787-9 on its Abu Dhabi to London service.
The special fares…
WTM London launches new mobile app
World Travel Market London 2016 has launched its new mobile app, WTM London. The app is now available in the Apple App Store and the Android Market.
The app is designed to make it easier…
Jet adds trans-Atlantic links from London
Jet Airways will now offer passengers more trans-Atlantic connections thanks to an expanded codeshare partnership with Delta Air Lines and Virgin Atlantic.
Effective 2 November, Jet…
Air Transat discounts London-Canada routes
Canadian airline Air Transat has launched a seat sale on flights from the UK to Canada, when booked by 10 November.
Fares start from £315 per person return including taxes, in-flight…
Qatar Airways launches London A350 services
Qatar Airways’ first daily regularly-scheduled Airbus A350 service to London Heathrow arrived in the UK on Sunday, as the airline introduced the state-of-the-art aircraft on the route,…
London City named world’s best regional airport
London City Airport has been named the best airport of its kind in the world, picking up the Regional Airport of the Year award at the CAPA World Aviation Summit in Amsterdam. …
Dukes London to receive multi-million-pound makeover
Dukes London, the five-star British bolthole in the heart of Mayfair, has revealed a major refurbishment programme will commence in November.
The programme will see major…
London City Airport implements real-time customer feedback system
Passengers can now provide live ‘smart’ feedback on their London City Airport experience – from the quality of customer information to cleanliness of toilets – which airport staff will use…
Ryanair launches London Luton-Cagliari route
Ryanair has further expanded its London Luton winter 2016 schedule with a new route to Cagliari, starting in January, which will operate twice weekly and will increase to three times weekly…
SWISS to launch London Heathrow – Sion service
Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) has announced that it will be launching a new seasonal service between London Heathrow and Sion in February 2017.
SWISS will operate three round…
Flybe to extend Cardiff-London route
Following an overwhelming response from the business community, Flybe has taken the commercial decision to extend the service between Cardiff and London City Airport while demand exists.…
London hotel sector reports strong ADR in September
STR’s preliminary data for London reveals the capital’s hotel sector recorded near-record average daily rate (ADR) in September.
Based on daily data, the capital reported the…
London City Airport revamps security measures
London City Airport (LCY) has successfully introduced a state-of-the-art millimetre-wave full-body scanner which will help further increase the speed of security screening and detection at…
BA boosts capacity to Germany from London City
British Airways is providing more than 34,000 extra seats to Germany from London City Airport this winter with bigger aircraft and additional flights.
Services to Hamburg and…
WTM London announces 2016 social media line-up
World Travel Market London 2016 has lined up Facebook’s head of travel as well as instigators of successful campaigns for its 2016 social media programme.
Following on from previous…
London to welcome influx of Chinese tourists
Magnus Aviation, a UK-based private jet charter business, predicts the decline of Sterling against the dollar at the start of Golden Week – a national holiday in China – should result in…
Hilton London Bankside launches competition to celebrate 1st anniversary
Fancy winning a year’s worth of spa treatments or a stay in a luxury penthouse suite? Hilton London Bankside is celebrating one year since its opening as one of London’s most exciting design…
Virgin Trains discounts London to Edinburgh fares
Virgin Trains on the east coast is offering travellers between Edinburgh and London discounted travel in a bid to encourage more people to forget the plane and take the train.
With…
Mercure London Hyde Park to open in November
The new Mercure London Hyde Park will accept its first guests in November, AccorHotels has confirmed.
The hotel, which is situated at 8 - 14 Talbot Square in four grade II listed…
Etihad partners with London Fashion Week
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates and the Official Airline Sponsor of London Fashion Week, announced the extension of its commitment to the global fashion…
London named world’s top tourist destination for fourth year running
London been named as the world’s best city to visit in the prestigious Times, Sunday Times and Sunday Times Travel Magazine Awards.
It’s the fourth year in a row that London has…
India’s Lalit Suri to open first international hotel in London
India's Lalit Suri Hospitality Group has selected London as the site for its first overseas property.
Set to open in late 2016, The Lalit London will be located in a Grade…
Middle East passengers boost August traffic at London Heathrow
London's Heathrow Airport (LHR) handled a record 7.34 million passengers in August with Middle East passengers helping to drive this increase.
Europe's busiest airport said numbers…
London Marriott Hotel County Hall makes key appointment
London Marriott Hotel County Hall has named Daniel Sasse as its new director of sales and marketing.
Sasse was previously director of sales and marketing at JW Marriott Absheron…
Flybe to launch London City-Dusseldorf route
Flybe has announced that it will operate up to three flights a day between London City and Düsseldorf from 30th October as part of its 2016-17 Winter schedule.
One way fares from £59.99…
Wow Air set to shake up London-Miami route
Wow Air, Iceland’s only low cost airline, has announced a new service from the UK to Miami beginning in April 2017, with fares starting from £119 one way.
Flights will depart from…
Flybe launches Cardiff-London City flights
Flybe has started operating its multi-frequency daily schedule between Cardiff and London City Airports.
The new route will provide convenient and affordable options for those…
Checking In: Canary Riverside Plaza, London
Elegant, sophisticated and unlike most London hotels, a haven of tranquility, the Canary Riverside Plaza Hotel is a welcome retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.
It also…
Bespoke Hotels to open new London properties
Bespoke Hotels has signed an agreement with Criterion Capital to operate a number of properties across London, scheduled to open in the final quarter of 2016 and throughout 2017.
The…
Protesters shut down London City Airport
All flights in and out of London City Airport were suspended yesterday morning as protesters invaded the airport’s runway.
London Metropolitan Police were called to the airport…
AmaWaterways opens new London office, reveals recruits
AmaWaterways has opened its new sales and marketing office located in Guildford, Surrey and revealed its new team.
Stuart Perl, MD of AmaWaterways said: “Today marks another milestone for…
London named UK’s top tourist destination
London has won two prestigious accolades at the annual Condé Nast Traveller Readers' Choice Awards 2016.
The capital came out on top as Best UK City for the 6th year running, and Best UK…
Ryanair chief calls for ‘radical’ approach to solving London’s air capacity crisis
Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary has called on the UK government to approve the development of three new runways in London to meet capacity demand for the future.
Speaking during the…
Dubai Tourism to launch high-tech campaign in London
Dubai Tourism is to launch a new experiential marketing campaign in the UK with the tagline ‘Here Today, Dubai Tomorrow’ in a bid to further boost the city’s reputation as one of the UK’s…
London City Airport eases tension with security music
London City has become the first airport in the UK to play music to passengers in security screening areas.
The airport taken the advice of music psychologists from the University of…
London councillors support Gatwick expansion over Heathrow: survey
Sixty-three per cent of London councillors support Gatwick expansion - compared to 44% for Heathrow – with half (50%) saying the certainty a runway scheme can be delivered has become more…
London no longer Europe’s most expensive hotel market
New data from HRS has revealed that major cities across the UK, including London, have seen a decline in average hotel room rates when looking at Q2 2016 compared with Q2 2015.
Having…
London hotel sector reports marginal gains
STR’s preliminary July 2016 data for London indicates performance growth driven by rates. Based on daily data from July, London reported the following in year-over-year comparisons:…
Tianjin Airlines discounts London-China business class fares
China’s Tianjin Airlines is offering promotional return business class fares to China for as little as £1,395 including taxes.
The highly competitive promotional fares are being offered…
Brexit, terror fears impact London’s hotel sector
Hotel occupancy in London showed its sixth consecutive quarter of year-on-year decline with Brexit poised to subdue the sector further, according to the latest Hotel Bulletin: Q2 2016,…
London City Airport gets green light for £344m expansion
London City Airport has received planning permission for expansion from the UK Government which will enable the airport to welcome 6.5 million passengers by 2025 and inject £1.5 billion each…
Hurtigruten offers free flights from London
Hurtigruten, the Norwegian exploration travel company, has announced that it will offer free flights from London on select 2017 explorer voyages when booked by 31st August.
From Norway to…
London reaps financial windfall from major sporting events
Major sporting and cultural events have contributed £2.2 billion to London’s economy since the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, according to a new report.
London hosts around 80…
London visitors can now book TfL travelcards online
Visitors travelling on London’s transport network in groups can now purchase Transport for London’s (TfL) Group Day Travelcards online before they arrive in London.
Group Day…
Saudi investors linked with London’s Grosvenor House
A consortium consisting of Saudi and British-based wealth funds has launched a $1.3bn bid for London’s Grosvenor House Hotel and other stakes in US and Indian assets, according to a report…
Historic London landmark attracts interest from hoteliers
Admiralty Arch, one of the most iconic buildings in London which was used by Sir Winston Churchill, Lord Mountbatten and Lord Hailsham among other influential figures, has revealed that 12…
Flybe launches Rennes-London City route
Flybe has launched its new peak summer route to Rennes from London City with a service to North-Western France that flies six times a week.
Flights will operate through to September 4th …
Oakwood opens new serviced apartments in London
Oakwood Worldwide has added three new locations of luxury, serviced apartments to its London portfolio: Canary Wharf, Kensington and Fitzrovia.
“We are very excited to announce these new…
Marriott International launches M Live Studio in London
Marriott International has launched its fourth M Live Studio.
Located at Marriott’s European Headquarters in London, the newest studio will serve as the epicentre for creating real-time…
REVIEW: SACO Holborn – Lamb’s Conduit St, London
SACO Holborn Lambs Conduit serviced apartment offer a great home-like environment with a personal touch.
Whether you’re on a solo business or leisure trip, or travelling with family,…
Sheraton Grand London Park Lane to open in October
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts has announced the designation of the Sheraton Grand London Park Lane.
Joining 32 other Sheraton Grand properties worldwide, the Sheraton Grand London…
The London Helicopter launches gourmet tour packages
The London Helicopter has launched three new ‘Kew Gardens Picnic Packages’ offering a chance to see London from the air, a deluxe picnic box or hamper filled with treats for an al fresco…
Hilton London Bankside to launch wellness meetings concept
This month sees the launch of a new wellness meetings concept at Hilton London Bankside.
The hotel is shaking things up with healthier menu options, outdoor exercise classes and a meeting…
London hotel sector performance slides in June
STR’s preliminary June 2016 data for London indicates negative performance in comparison with a strong June 2015.
Based on daily data from June, London reported the following in…
London airports offer best Forex rates in UK
London airports offer the best exchange rates for travellers looking to change their pounds last-minute at the airport, according to new research.
Foreign exchange specialist Caxton FX…
REVIEW: SACO’s The Cannon, London
The Cannon is SACO’s first new lifestyle aparthotel in the city of London. It offers 77 well-designed, immaculate studio and one-bedroom serviced apartments to business and leisure…
Preferred launches Rolls-Royce London Suites Programme
Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, has teamed with Rolls-Royce Motor Cars London and Smythson of Bond Street, to launch the Rolls-Royce London…
Visa waivers make London more accessible to Kuwaitis: BA
British Airways is reminding Kuwaiti travellers that London and the UK is much more accessible now visa rules and processing times have been improved.
The new procedures allow Kuwaiti…
Hilton London Hyde Park to take wraps off £5.4m revamp
Hilton London Hyde Park is set to take the wraps off its £5.4 million refurbishment in the coming weeks.
The project has seen a full revamp of meeting space, common areas and guest…
WOW Air to offer £119 flights from London to New York
Icelandic low-cost carrier WOW air will launch a new service from the UK to New York in November, with fares priced from just £119 one way.
Flights will depart London Gatwick and Bristol…
Courthouse Hotel London joins Worldhotels
Independent hotel group Worldhotels has welcomed its newest member, the Courthouse Hotel London.
Formerly the Great Marlborough Street Magistrate’s Court, the Courthouse Hotel London…
Hard Rock Hotel confirmed for London
Hard Rock International, in collaboration with glh Hotels, has unveiled plans for Hard Rock Hotel London.
A conversion of the existing Cumberland Hotel, once frequent host to guitar…
London hoteliers suffer occupancy decline in May
STR has released its preliminary May 2016 data for London, indicating negative occupancy performance.
Based on daily data for the month, London reported the following in year-over-year…
London hotel sector to post turnaround in 2017
The hotel industry in London is projected to experience continued performance declines through 2016, but positive results in 2017, according to a quarterly forecast report from STR and…
Royal Brunei celebrates 25 years flying from London
Royal Brunei Airlines (RB) is celebrating 25 years of flying from London this month.
Marking its silver jubilee at a breakfast event last week with some of the UK’s key travel companies,…
London sets new record for inbound tourism
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has welcomed new figures that show the capital has set a new tourism record after more than 30 million visitors came to the city last year, drawn by global…
DoubleTree by Hilton London Heathrow confirms upgrades
DoubleTree by Hilton London Heathrow is installing new beds in all its rooms this week.
James Levick, the general manager of the DoubleTree hotel said: “Our beds have reached five years…
Virgin Trains to boost Edinburgh-London route
Virgin Trains claims to have seen a surge in cross-border travel bookings after announcing increased services between Edinburgh and London.
A new timetable with 42 additional trains…
Inaugural Corporate Travel Forum to be staged in London
HRS – Global Hotel Solutions, Buying Business Travel and the Institute of Travel & Meetings (ITM) will host the UK’s inaugural Corporate Travel Forum on 9 June in London.
The event is…
CLIA Forum in London attracts 100 delegates
More than 100 delegates recently gathered in London to discuss a range of key regulatory and technical cruise industry topics, including public health, the environment, technology innovation…
London hotel sector performance flat in April
STR’s preliminary April 2016 data for London indicates relatively flat year-on-year performance.
Based on daily data from April, London reported the following in year-on-year comparisons:…
First Travelodge opens in London’s Raynes Park
The Mayor of Merton, Councillor David Chung, has joined Travelodge’s London regional director, Steve Lavery, to officially open the first budget hotel in Raynes Park.
The 86-room London…
Hilton London Bankside to open penthouse suite
Hilton London Bankside will officially launch its new penthouse suite later this month.
Created in partnership with London-based architect and interior designer Dexter Moren…
Young Londoners benefit from ‘Hospitality Futures’ initiative
Twenty-three young and unemployed Londoners have been offered the chance of a career in the hospitality industry, due to an initiative funded by Solidarity AccorHotels.
The youths have…
Viking Ocean Cruises launches second ship in London
Viking Ocean Cruises has officially welcomed its second ship, Viking Sea, to its fleet during a celebration on the Thames River in Greenwich.
Though Viking’s ocean ships are classified…
Sofitel London Gatwick names new GM
Sofitel London Gatwick has appointed Globy Ouseph general manager.
The 518-bedroom hotel is the only premium hotel directly linked to the North Terminal at London’s Gatwick Airport.…
Pegasus offers special rates on London-Tel Aviv route
Pegasus Airlines has launched special fares from London Stansted to Tel Aviv starting from £212.99.
The price is valid on bookings made before 30 June and include taxes and charges.…
New Four Seasons Hotel London to open in late-2016
Four Seasons has revealed its second hotel in London, the Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square, will open later this year.
A Grade II*-listed heritage building, Ten…
Corinthia London makes key appointment
Corinthia London has appointed Stéphane Trycionka director of Sales & Marketing.
Stéphane was previously director of Sales & Marketing at the Hôtel Métropole Monte-Carlo in…
CLIA forum to return to London
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) will bring its Technical & Regulatory Forum back to London on Monday 9 May.
More than 15 cruise industry decision-makers will join CLIA…
Supply growth weighing on London’s hotel sector: STR
STR has released its March 2016 data for London, which shows negative year-over-year performance for the month.
Based on daily data from March, London reported the following in…
BA to increase capacity on London-Nairobi route
British Airways will commit a Boeing 747-400 on its London-Nairobi flights in summer, adding 784 seats to its route capacity per week.
The additional capacity will be provided from 1 July…
Oman Air launches second daily flight to London
Oman Air will launch a second daily flight between Muscat and London Heathrow Airport on Tuesday 12 April 2016.
The new outbound service will be a night flight, departing Muscat every…
Ryanair confirms new London-Tolouse routes
Ryanair has confirmed it will launch flights to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport daily, from London Gatwick and Heathrow respectively in November.
It will join easyjet and British Airways in…
Hilton London Metropole expands executive team
Hilton London Metropole has announced the appointment of Omer Lang as director of Operations and Georgina Bansal as director of Sales. Both bring with them extensive experience in the…
Garuda Indonesia launches first flight from new London home
Garuda Indonesia has launched its new service from London to Jakarta, with the inaugural flight departing from the airline’s new UK home at London Heathrow Terminal 3.
The Indonesia…
Tianjin Airlines to launch London flights this summer
Tianjin Airlines, which forms part of China’s HNA Group, will launch its first ever flight to London this summer.
The new route, which will operate from Tianjin via Chongqing, will…
Garuda appoints dnata at London Heathrow
Garuda Indonesia has appointed dnata to provide all ground handling services for its new five weekly flights from Jakarta and Singapore to London Heathrow.
The agreement strengthens…
Emirates adds 10th daily London flight
Emirates has revealed plans to launch its 10th daily flight to London.
Commencing on 1 October 2016, the new service will become Emirates' fourth daily service between Dubai and…
First Sandals retail store opens in London
Unique Vacations, the UK representative for Caribbean resorts Sandals, Beaches and Grand Pineapple, has opened its first high street retail outlet in London.
The Luxury Travel Store, …
Hilton London Metropole named top meetings hotel
Hilton London Metropole has been ranked fifth on Cvent’s inaugural list of the Top 50 Meeting Hotels in Europe in 2016 and is one of only two UK hotels in the top 10.
With…
London launches new tourism campaign
A major new leisure tourism campaign has been launched by London & Partners, the Mayor’s promotional company for London, and The Brooklyn Brothers.
‘Fans of London’, which will be…
London hotel sector reports mixed February results
London’s hotel sector reported mixed results in February, according to the latest data from STR.
Based on daily data from February, London reported the following in year-over-year…
London top destination on Twitter
London is the most talked about travel destination on Twitter, according to new research from London & Partners, the Mayor of London’s official promotional company.
The data, which…
ME London wins top hotel award
For the second consecutive year, luxury hotel ME London has been named ‘Best City Hotel UK’ at the International Hotel Awards. It was also named ‘Best City International Hotel’. …
CLIA stages Port & Destination Forum in London
A new edition of the Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA) Port & Destination Forum, the first event organised for the association’s Port & Destination Community this year,…
Avios rewards now available on London attractions
A new partnership between Avios, the travel rewards currency, and LOVEtheatre means that customers can now collect Avios when booking tickets to see all their favourite shows, as well as…
AccorHotels stages largest-ever client workshop in London
AccorHotels recently hosted its seventh and largest Annual Leisure Workshop to date at ibis London Earls Court – the group’s first ever workshop to be held in the capital.
The two-day…
London tops European hotel pipeline data
There are 1,152 hotels totalling 167,251 rooms Under Contract in Europe, according to the January 2016 STR Global Pipeline Report.
This represents a 15.8% increase in rooms Under Contract…
London to see 7,000 hotel room openings in 2016
London will see the opening of a massive 7,000 hotel rooms this year, double that of last year’s openings, putting additional pressure on occupancy levels and achieved room rates. …
Renaissance London Heathrow shows off £20m refurb
The Arora Group has completed a £20m refurbishment of the Renaissance London Heathrow Hotel.
The refurbishment encompassed all areas of the hotel including upgrading its 3,000sqm…
The Kensington London reopens for business
Following an extensive renovation, The Kensington London has re-opened. The property sits in the heart of South Kensington, where Queen’s Gate meets the Old Brompton Road and comprises four…
Qatar to buy iconic Grosvenor House hotel in London
Qatar is set to buy London’s iconic Grosvenor House hotel from Indian diversified group, according to reports.
Proceeds from the sale will be used to pay US $1.5 billion in bail…
Garuda moves to London Heathrow
Garuda Indonesia has revealed that it will start flying to London Heathrow Airport in March.
The national carrier currently operates three weekly flights to the UK capital's Gatwick…
IHG officially opens the InterContinental London – The O2
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has officially opened its newest property in the capital, the InterContinental London – The O2.
Adjacent to the O2 Arena and just 400m from North…
London welcomes record number of tourists
London continued to welcome record numbers of international tourists to the city between July and September last year, with more than 5.2 million visits to the capital according to the…
DoubleTree by Hilton London ExCel opens for business
Doubletree by Hilton has announced the opening of its newest property in London, the 260-room DoubleTree by Hilton London ExCel.
Located in the heart of London’s up-and-coming…
Travel Tripper opens London office
Hotel reservation specialist Travel Tripper has opened a new office in London.
The company’s booking technology, e-commerce platform and presence will now be available to the European…
Z Hotels opens fifth London property
Boutique hotel chain Z Hotels has opened the doors to its fifth London property Z City.
Located in the heart of the City of London, the 109 room hotel, currently has 50 rooms open…
London’s hotel sector dips in December
London’s hotel sector reported declines across key performance metrics in December, according to new data from STR Global.
Based on daily data from December, London reported:
an…
Kayak to stage VR holiday event in London
KAYAK.co.uk is staging a one-day only virtual reality holiday pop up in central London on Monday 18 January to help alleviate January blues.
The experience is taking place at Gallery…
London river service appoints business development exec
MBNA Thames Clippers, the London river bus service, has appointed Joanna Lindsay business development executive.
Joanna will report to head of sales, Alison Jones and will be responsible…
Sunset helicopter tours of London to launch in January
The London Helicopter, the only helicopter tour company to depart from a central location in the city, is launching a series of Sunset Tours from early January 2016.
For the first…
Intercontinental London – The O2 makes key appointments
The InterContinental London – The O2 has strengthened its senior management team with the appointment of Izhar Hassan as Front of House manager, Julia Fowler as Human Resources director and …
Air India launches London-Ahmedabad flights
Air India has launched a new service connecting Ahmedabad with London.
The inaugural flight departed the Gujarati city's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Tuesday…
London hotel sector slides in November
STR Global’s preliminary November 2015 data for London, England, indicates decreases in several key performance metrics.
Based on daily data from November, London reported:
an increase…
Cathay Pacific to launch flights to London Gatwick
Cathay Pacific Airways will launch flights to London’s Gatwick Airport next year, using its brand new Airbus A350 aircraft.
Commencing on 2 September 2016, the new flights will…
Planning permission granted for Peninsula London development
Westminster City Council's planning committee has granted planning consent for the new 190-room The Peninsula London, which will be situated on Hyde Park Corner in Belgravia.
The…
Iconic London Marriott to receive multi-million pound makeover
The London Marriott Hotel County Hall will undergo a multi-million pound renovation in 2016.
Located at the foot of Westminster Bridge, the 200-room property was first opened in 1922…
Staycity to expand London apartment inventory
Dublin-based aparthotel operator Staycity is to add 125 apartments to its London Heathrow property in 2016 and open five further sites bringing its total openings scheduled for next year to…
Corinthia Hotel London cigar sommelier earns elite qualification
Manu Harit, Cigar Sommelier at Corinthia Hotel London, has become the youngest Cigar Sommelier in the industry to have received The Higher Certificate – the most extensive, challenging, and…
IHG signs Hotel Indigo London
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has announced the signing of Hotel Indigo London – Aldgate in the UK's capital.
The newly built hotel will operate under a franchise agreement…
London hotel sector continues remarkable run in October
London’s hotel sector continued its impressive growth in October, with STR Global’s preliminary data for the month showing significant increases in several key performance metrics.
Based…
London hotel inventory to grow 12 percent by 2018
The number of hotel rooms in London is expected to grow by 12 per cent over the next three years according to new data compiled by London & Partners and AM:PM, with the increase being…
The Bailey’s Hotel London to reopen in January
Millennium & Copthorne Hotels has confirmed the historic The Bailey’s Hotel London, Kensington, will reopen in January.
The Bailey’s Hotel London dates to 1876 and was one of the…
Air India to connect London with Ahmedabad
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has confirmed that Air India will launch a new flight between London and Ahmedabad, the largest city in his home state of Gujarat.
Addressing…
Go Ape to open in London next month
Go Ape, the UK forest adventure company, is busy putting the finishing touches to Go Ape Battersea Park in London ahead of welcoming its first visitors on 10 December.
Go Ape…
London Heathrow celebrates Academy milestone
Heathrow has revealed its Heathrow Academy has saved the government’s benefits bill about £8 million through its work filling the skills gaps and giving local people in jobs over the eleven…
Airbnb’s market share surges in London
Airbnb continues to gain market share in London and the South-East, according to a new report published by STR Global.
“Across Europe, alternative accommodations are not a new…
Singapore claims fastest London-Sydney route
Singapore Airlines has launched new flight times from London to Singapore, which it claims provide the fastest means of travel between the two cities.
Travel from London Heathrow to…
London Hilton on Park Lane named England’s best business hotel
London Hilton on Park Lane has been recognised as England’s Leading Business Hotel for the second year at the European final of the prestigious 2015 World Travel Awards.
London…
Air Europa to launch London-Bogota services
Air Europa has revealed plans to launch a new daily service from London to Bogota via Madrid on 27 June 2016.
The route is now available for booking with Air Europa, with return…
Air India to add third daily London flight
Air India will increase the frequency of its Delhi-London route next month.
Effective 1 November 2015, the national carrier will launch a third daily flight on the route, with a new…
London hotel sector reports positive results in September
London’s hotel sector reported increases in supply (+1.7%) and demand (+1.6%), a 6.5% increase in average daily rate to GBP163.94, and a 6.5% increase in revenue per available room to…
Oakwood expands London portfolio
Serviced apartment specialist Oakwood Worldwide has expanded its London portfolio with a freshly renovated six-unit building located at 96 Leather Lane.
The new property offers a…
London reports record tourism results
London’s tourism boom has continued during the second quarter of 2015, with the city welcoming a record 5.1 million international visitors between April and June this year, six per cent more…
Hilton London Bankside opens its doors
Hilton Hotels & Resorts has officially opened its newest hotel in London – Hilton London Bankside.
Located moments away from Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, the design-led hotel is…
London NYE fireworks partners with Unicef
The Mayor of London Boris Johnson has announced a new partnership with Unicef that is hoped will bring a new dimension to this year’s London New Year's Eve fireworks display.
One…
Qatar Airways customer experience showcase in London
Qatar Airways recently participated in the Global Aviation Festival along with executives from various airlines and airports globally.
The airline showcased its end-to-end customer…
London operator launches ‘Downton Abbey’ helicopter tours
The London Helicopter has launched a new Downton Abbey helicopter tour, which departs from Central London.
The tour takes in the Downton Abbey set and surrounding Yorkshire countryside.…
Skyline launches new serviced apartments in London
Serviced apartment specialist Skyline has opened two new properties in West Kensington and in the heart of the City of London.
These latest acquisitions expand Skyline’s portfolio across…
More time for business negotiations at WTM London 2016
Organisers for the forthcoming World Travel Market London 2016 have announced their intent to conduct the event as a three-day event.
The change has been adopted following exhibitor…
Adriatic tour operator sets up shop in London
Adriatic tour specialist Happy Tours has opened its first office in UK in the London borough of Greenwich, becoming the only Slovenian destination specialist with a base in the country.…
Hilton London Heathrow unveils £1.3m conference centre plan
Hot on the heels of being named ‘Europe’s Leading Airport Hotel 2015’ at the recent World Travel Awards, Hilton London Heathrow Airport T4 has unveiled plans for a £1.3 million upgrade to…
London’s hotel sector shows positive gains in August
London’s hotel sector reported gains in August, with key performance criteria showing signs of improvement during the month.
Supply (+2.3%) and demand (+0.5%) increased, while the average…
London hotel offers guests helicopter tours of the city
A London hotel is offering guests a unique opportunity to take a helicopter tour of some of London’s most iconic landmarks – from a helipad in its grounds.
Guests at Crowne Plaza…
London gears up for RWC 2015 kick-off
The Rugby World Cup 2015 kicks off this week and London is preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of Rugby fans from the UK and overseas.
The capital will play host to 17 of the…
Wow Air relaunches £99 flights from London to the US
Wow Air, the low-cost transatlantic airline, is relaunching its £99 one-way fare promotion from London Gatwick to Boston and Washington DC via Reykjavik.
Tickets will go on sale…
Amba Hotels to open second London property in November
Amba Hotels will open Amba Hotel Marble Arch in November, bringing its total room count to almost 1,000 in the heart of central London just 13 months after the company’s launch.
The…
Hilton’s first London property in a decade prepares for opening
James Clarke, general manager of the new design inspired Hilton London Bankside, has unveiled the hotel’s signage as it prepares to open next month.
It will be Hilton’s first hotel…
London hotel sector reports healthy growth in July
STR Global has released its preliminary data for London July 2015 data for London, England, indicates positive year-over-year results in each of the three key performance metrics. …
Emirates boosts its London capacity
In a recent development, Emirates’ eight daily flights to London will all be served by the A380s from 1 January 2016.
Combined with the airline’s double daily A380 services to…
Emirates to deploy A380 on all eight London flights
All eight of Emirates' daily flights to London will be operated by Airbus A380 aircraft from 1 January 2016.
The Dubai-based carrier will start using the double-decker jet on its…
London the most Googled city on earth
London is the most Googled city in the world for art galleries, performing arts and innovative art and design, according to a new report released by London & Partners, the Mayor’s…
Portr expands to London Gatwick
London-based baggage transfer service Portr has expanded its offering to London Gatwick.
Gatwick passengers can now take advantage of the same-day, on-demand luggage service which…
New tech brings London’s ancient history to life
Timelooper has introduced three 360-degree virtual reality “time travel” videos that allow visitors to London to use their smartphones and virtual reality headsets to leap back in time.…
Londoners most tech-savvy holiday bookers: report
Research conducted by holiday beach specialist On the Beach has revealed Londoners as the most app savvy holiday bookers, with people from the nation's capital researching and booking more…
Conrad London St. James receives Expedia.com honour
Conrad London St. James has been named an Expedia Insiders’ Select hotel for 2015.
This annual list represents a ranking of the world’s best reviewed hotels as determined by direct…
Dubai Culture showcases ‘Dubai Next’ at London’s ‘Shubbak’ festival
In an effort to highlight the tourism potential of Dubai, the Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) will make its first showcase in London.
The Authority will focus on…
London hotel occupancy rates up in June
STR Global has released its preliminary June 2015 data for London, England, which indicates significant occupancy levels.
Based on daily data from June, London reported increases in…
London ski show to return in October
The London International Ski Travel Exchange (LISTEX) will return to the London Rowing Club on Thursday 29 and Friday 30 October.
This year’s event is expected to attract more than 100…
First image of planned Peninsula London hotel released
The first images of the planned 5-star Peninsula London hotel located at Hyde Park Corner have been released.
Joint venture partners Grosvenor Britain & Ireland (Grosvenor) and…
W London offers VIPs complimentary fashion service
W London – Leicester Square has launched a new designer-wardrobe room service, Walk Out Wardrobe.
Featuring a handpicked rail of must-have designer pieces, the service will offer all…
Golf driving range opens in central London
Greenwich Peninsula Golf Driving Range, a new state-of-the-art 60-bay golf driving range on the banks of the Thames, has opened its doors to the public.
Offering an experience and…
Check-In: The Lancaster London
Overlooking Hyde Park and just moments from the shopping paradise of Oxford Street, The Lancaster London occupies an enviable position in the heart of London’s desirable Bayswater district.…
THAI launches A380 flights to London
Thai Airways International (THAI) has finally launched its first Airbus A380 flights to London, almost two years after they were initially intended to start.
The new service, flight…
Heathrow teams with easyBus for new London route
London Heathrow has teamed with airport shuttle bus operator easyBus to launch a new bus route from Shepherds Bush to Heathrow that will deliver passengers to the airport in under 30…
DoubleTree by Hilton celebrates London opening
DoubleTree by Hilton has officially opened its newest London hotel, the DoubleTree by Hilton London Docklands Riverside, following an extensive refurbishment and reflagging.
Located…
Kidzania London celebrates official opening
London’s first KidZania educational theme park has officially opened its doors in Westfield London.
To mark the official opening, KidZania Global president Xavier López Ancona was…
The Lanesborough, London to reopen on 1 July
Iconic London hotel The Lanesborough will reopen its doors on 1 July, with bookings available for all rooms on 15 July.
The Lanesborough will reopen following an extensive…
London hotel market slides despite UK tourism boom
London’s hotel market suffered declines across key performance data sets in May, according to preliminary data released by STR Global.
The development comes despite record tourism…
London’s highest garden space opens
The View from The Shard has officially opened London’s highest summer garden space, 800ft (244m) above the city.
The sky deck at the top of Western Europe’s tallest building has been…
London set to be crowned world’s most popular destination in 2015
London is expected to once again be crowned the world’s most popular tourist destination in 2015, according to predictions by Mastercard.
It’s the second year running that the…
Philippine Airlines retimes London flights
Philippine Airlines has adjusted the timing of its Manila-London service.
The four weekly outbound flights will still depart the Philippine capital every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and…
Tower of London tops TripAdvisor poll
The Tower of London has been named the best-rated landmark in the UK and eleventh in Europe in the Travellers’ Choice awards for Landmarks, announced by TripAdvisor, the world’s largest…
London Wine Week reports boost in attendance
London Wine Week, which was staged from 18 to 24 May, welcomed 8,000 visitors, including more than 6,000 wristband wearers, all of whom embraced the capital’s thriving wine scene. …
Shrek adventure coming to London in July
Merlin Entertainments and DreamWorks Animation have confirmed they will launch London’s newest family attraction, Shrek’s Adventure! London on 1 July.
The immersive…
Early release tickets available for London’s NYE celebrations
A limited number of early release tickets for the Mayor of London's New Year's Eve fireworks celebrations will be made available in June.
The early release of tickets will be…
London celebrates record year for tourism arrivals
London welcomed more international visitors than ever before in 2014, with the city’s cultural attractions and sporting events proving massive draws, according to new figures released by the…
EE best mobile Internet provider at London’s major airports
RootMetrics, the independent mobile analytics company, has published a new report detailing the mobile Internet performance of the four major mobile network operators at London’s major…
First Thistle Express to open in London next year
glh, the London-based hotel group and subsidiary of Singapore-listed GuocoLeisure Group, has revealed details of its new subsidiary Thistle Express.
Thistle Express is a…
London Pass adds new discount attractions for summer
World-famous clipper ship the Cutty Sark is among the new attractions introduced by popular sightseeing discounter London Pass for summer 2015.
From 1 May London Pass holders will…
London hotel sector flat in March
STR Global has released its preliminary data for London’s hotel sector for March, indicating a flat performance across the board.
Key findings include an increase in supply of 3.7% and…
Steve Harrop joins CTI as operations director, New GM for Conrad London St. James
CTI Corporate Travel International has appointed Steve Harrop operations director.
Harrop joins the company from Dubai-based Destinations of the World Travel, a leading global…
London First members back Heathrow expansion
Members of London First, an influential group of businesses based in the capital, have thrown their support behind Heathrow expansion.
A survey asked the group’s members ‘Which of the…
VFS officially launches new London visa centre
VFS Global has officially inaugurated its new Visa Application Centre in London.
Christiaan Sys, president of the Consular Corps of London (CCL) inaugurated the new centre located at 66…
First minicab sharing app coming to London
Splyt, the UK’s first instant mincab sharing app, is set to launch next Monday in London.
Splyt claims it will offer savings on fares of up to 40% for any customer that chooses to share…
Face-to-Face: Andrew Cooke, chief operating officer of London & Partners
Why has London decided to become a global ‘travel tech hub’?
London’s position as a tourism and tech hub means the city is a natural home for the developing travel tech industry. The…
New GM for Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick
Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport has appointed Thomas Panickamuriyil general manager.
Panickamuriyil has more than 10 years’ experience working in the hospitality industry.…
Travel tech incubator launches in London
The UK’s first-ever travel technology incubator has launched in an official ceremony in London.
Traveltech Lab offers high-specification workspace for 30 people co-located within the…
London hotel sector continues its stellar run in February
London’s hotel sector continued its remarkable phase of growth in February, with STR Global preliminary data showing occupancy levels and revenue per available room (RevPAR) at their highest…
Iberia to launch new London-Tenerife route
Spanish airline Iberia will launch its latest route linking London Heathrow and Tenerife North (Los Rodeos) on 29 March.
The direct flights will operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays and…
Eco hire cars hit the streets of London
A new car hire service consisting exclusively of ultra-low emission vehicles has been launched by Electric Car Hire in the South-East.
With a fleet of zero-emission 100 percent electric…
London hotel sector surges on strong recovery
The UK hotel sector grew in value by 6.5% in 2014, according to a new report published by Research and Markets.
The increase followed similarly robust annual growth between 2010 and 2013.…
New hotel brand for London
glh, the London-based hotel group and subsidiary of Singapore listed GuocoLeisure Group, has opened every hotel Piccadilly (London), the first site for the new every hotels brand.
Three…
Londoners most likely to get winter blues
According to new research from the Ukash Travel Money Prepaid MasterCard card those living in the East Midlands are most likely to seek out winter sunshine.
A healthy 31% from the region…
London airports report bumper January
Airlines deploying larger aircraft on routes have helped Heathrow Airport see a rise in passengers during January, as Stansted announced a ‘bumper start’ to 2015.
Heathrow saw a…
THAI sets London A380 date
THAI Airways has announced the launch date for Airbus A380 services between London and Bangkok.
The A380 service was announced back in 2012 but only now has confirmed it will be…
£200m expansion granted for London City Airport
London City Airport has been granted the go-ahead for a GBP200 million expansion to generate more short-haul capacity in the UK.
The East London airport would be able to handle…
All-business London Luton-New York flight launches
A new all-business class service between London Luton Airport and New York's Newark Airport will launch this spring.
La Compagnie will operate the flights four times a week from 24…
Aeromexico plans fifth weekly London flight
Aeromexico has announced plans to operate five flights a week between London Heathrow and Mexico City later this year.
The airline’s senior vice president global sales Jorge Goytortua…
‘London capacity must support regional airports too’
A body supporting regional airports in the UK has said any additional capacity at London should also support other facilities around the UK.
John Spooner, chairman of the Regional…
Vietnam Airlines switches London flights to Heathrow
Vietnam Airlines has announced it will switch its London flights from Gatwick to Heathrow in March.
Flights from Heathrow to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City will operate five times a week…
London expansion for Skyline
Apartment accommodation firm Skyline Worldwide has announced four new property openings in London.
Its new openings will double the company’s portfolio in the England capital and add…
Flybe switches London City routes
Flybe has adapted its flight schedule from London City following months of operating from the airport.
The airline announced it will drop flights between the London airport and…
Etihad’s A380 launches on London route
Etihad Airways' brand new Airbus A380 aircraft took off on a commercial flight for the first time on Saturday morning, on the route from Abu Dhabi to London Heathrow.
The…
November proves strongest month for London hotels
Hotel occupancies, room rates and revenues in London all recorded strong gains through the month of November.
“Demand growth picked up in November, showing the fastest increase in…
Eurostar connects London and Geneva
Eurostar will commence services between London and Geneva this Sunday with the launch of the new year-round services.
The daytime service will run four times per week and is offered…
AirAsia X plans return to London
AirAsia X is planning to resume flights to London as early as next year, group CEO Tony Fernandes has revealed.
Having met with London's Mayor, Boris Johnson, during his recent trip…
American adds London-Philadelphia flight
American Airlines has announced a second daily flight between London and Philadelphia, a day after Delta announced it will operate on the route.
American will add a daytime service…
14 injured in London hotel gas explosion
Fourteen people were injured in a gas explosion at the Hyatt Regency London- The Churchill on Friday evening.
The Marylebone hotel was evacuated just before midnight when the…
Hilton London Paddington plans new additions
Hilton London Paddington has announced further upgrades to open next month.
The London hotel will open luxury GWR Tower Rooms in an exclusive wing in December, named after the…
Falkland Islands tourism to open London office
The Falkland Islands Tourist Board has announced plans to open a London office next year.
The tourism board is currently looking for a director of international communications who…
WTM14: THAI still hopeful of A380 London service
THAI Airways has remained confident it will add an Airbus A380 onto flights between London Heathrow and Bangkok despite previously having delays.
Krittaphon Chantalitanon, VP aviation…
Dorsett opens London hotel
Hong Kong-based hotel chain Dorsett Hospitality International has opened its first hotel in London.
Dorsett Shepherds Bush celebrated its official opening on Monday night with a party…
London City routes take off for Flybe
Flybe’s network from London City takes off today for the first time as the carrier looks to boost awareness in the capital.
Six new routes will be launched linking the East London…
Air Transat boosts London flights
Air Transat has announced a new connection between London and St. John’s for 2015 as part of its European network.
The carrier will offer two weekly flights in high season in response…
Qatar Airways launches A380 on London route
Qatar Airways' Airbus A380 aircraft has made its debut on the Doha-London Heathrow route.
The aircraft touched down in the UK capital for the first time last week, as one of six daily…
£7.5m investment for The Langham London
A new GBP7.5 million investment has been announced for The Langham London ahead of its 150th anniversary next year.
Three new areas are due to launch as part of the upgrade to the…
Air China to double London flights
Air China will double the number of flights it operates between Beijing and London next month.
In October 2014, the carrier will add a second daily service to London Heathrow Airport.…
Tourism Australia prepares London pop-up restaurant
Tourism Australia is preparing the opening of its pop-up restaurant in London next week as part of a new food and wine-themed campaign.
Restaurant Australia will be hosted within…
London tickets New Year fireworks to limit numbers
London’s firework celebrations on New Year’s Eve will be a ticketed event this year to reduce the number of people attending.
People from the UK and overseas will be able to book up…
London Eye bubbles with new Coca-Cola sponsor
Merlin Entertainments has announced Coca-Cola Great Britain as the new sponsor of the London Eye.
The commercial partnership will commence in January 2015 taking over from current…
Garuda launches flights to London
Garuda Indonesia has launched its long-awaited service to London.
The new route commenced on 8 September 2014 and will now operate five times a week between Jakarta and London Gatwick…
Royal Jordanian flies Dreamliner to London
Following the recent delivery of Royal Jordanian's first ever Boeing 787 Dreamliner, the national carrier has now launched the aircraft on flights to London Heathrow Airport.
The…
Pandaw opens London office
Pandaw River Expeditions has opened a London sales office with Hugh Clayson at the helm.
Clayson has previously worked with Kuoni, Voyages Jules Verne and Titan and will head up the…
Eid break lures Gulf tourist boom in London
The recent Eid break was a boon for the city of London. The city received a record number of tourists from the Gulf. As per statistics, the city reaped around SAR546 million following a…
Flybe picks up London City – Aberdeen
Flybe has stepped up to offer services between London City and Aberdeen after British Airways announced its withdrawal from the route.
Flybe will commence twice daily…
SkyWork to switch from London City to Southend
Switzerland-based carrier SkyWork Airlines has announced it will switch its flight from London City to London Southend in October.
The Southend to Bern route will commence twice daily…
Starwood plans joint London development
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has revealed plans for a dual-branded hotel development in East London.
The new site will include hotels under the Aloft and Element brands, the former…
Qantas reschedules London-Melbourne A380 service
Formula 1 racing driver Daniel Ricciardo was on hand as Qantas Ambassador to launch the airline’s new schedule for its London to Melbourne A380 service.
The reschedule means the…
Flynas connects London Gatwick
Flynas announced operations of two direct flights a week between Riyadh and London.
This new service will commence from 27 July 2014. The new twice-weekly service is available every…
Air Astana announces thrice weekly London flights
Air Astana has commenced a thrice-weekly service from Heathrow to Kazakhstan capital Astana.
The new flight is operated by a Boeing 757-200 with 16 business class and 150 economy…
London Heathrow’s new terminal opens
Qatar Airways chief executive officer, HE Akbar Al Baker recently joined Her Majesty The Queen, and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh, at the official opening of the new Terminal…
New London opening ‘transformation’ for Edwardian Group
A new hotel in Leicester Square will mark the transformation of the entire Edwardian Group London according to its CEO.
Jasminder Singh, CEO of the group said its hotel development in…
New London-Erbil flights announced
A subsidiary of Turkey-based carrier Atlasjet will launch flights from London to Erbil, Iraq next month.
In an interview with Travel Daily the airline’s CEO Murat Ersoy revealed its…
BA’s Chengdu launch a ‘whirlwind’ as city takes over London
British Airways has described its Chengdu launch as a ‘whirlwind’ as the city looks to increase awareness among British holidaymakers and business travellers.
The airline boosted its…
Nobu announces London hotel plans
Nobu Hospitality has announced plans to open a hotel in the London area of Shoreditch.
The hotel group, which is co-owned by celebrity chef and restaurateur Nobuyuki ‘Nobu’ Matsuhisa,…
Chengdu to take over London with sales mission
A delegation from the Chinese city of Chengdu are visiting the UK next week on a sales mission to boost travel and business into the city.
A series of consumer, trade and media events…
London welcomes more tourists than before
London welcomed more than 16 million international visitors for the first time within a year in 2013, new statistics have found.
The latest Office of National Statistics (ONS)…
Royal Jordanian to fly Dreamliner to London
Royal Jordanian will use one of its new Boeing 787 Dreamliners to fly from London to Amman, the airline has confirmed to Travel Daily.
The carrier is due to receive its first…
Flybe confirms new London City routes
Flybe has announced several new routes from London City as part of a new five-year deal with the airport.
The carrier has announced five routes from the London airport this morning…
MEA expands long haul services to London
Lebanese national carrier, Middle East Airlines (MEA), will launch second daily flights to London Heathrow this month, even as it battles with declining passenger numbers.
MEA is…
Firmdale plans eighth London hotel
Firmdale Hotels has announced plans for an eighth London hotel.
Ham Yard Hotel is due to open in Soho on 1 June centralised around a pedestrian area linking Great Windmill Street and…
Gulf Air targets student group in London
Gulf Air recently entered into cooperation with Cultural Attaché office in the Embassy of Kingdom of Bahrain in London.
The partnership will witness launch of tailored-initiative…
Garuda postpones direct London-Jakarta route
Garuda Indonesia has postponed direct flights between London and Jakarta, with the service to run through Amsterdam instead this summer.
Despite healthy sales for the route the…
Another London site to convert to hotel
The former Tower Bridge Magistrates Court and police station on London’s Tooley Street are to become a hotel.
Asset management firm Dominvs Group has acquired the site and will…
Air China to launch London Gatwick flights
Air China will launch flights to the UK's second busiest airport, London Gatwick, later this month.
Commencing on 30 March 2014, the national carrier will operate four weekly flights…
Cheval opens ‘landmark’ London serviced apartments
Cheval Residences has opened new serviced apartments in London next to the Tower of London.
Cheval Three Quays consists of 97 serviced and 62 extended-stay apartments with a mix of…
London puts money into travel tech industry
The Mayor of London’s promotional body London & Partners has hopes the city will become the go-to city for travel technology start-ups with a new ‘incubator hub’.
The body will…
Etihad to fly A380 to London
Etihad Airways will use one of its new Airbus A380s on flights from London to Abu Dhabi, the airline revealed today.
James Hogan, president and CEO of Etihad said the new aircraft…
London-Addis Ababa route to go daily
Ethiopian Airlines has announced its London to Addis Ababa route will become a daily service from July.
The additional weekly service will start on 8 July with its Boeing 787…
Qatar Airways to launch all premium business on London route
Qatar Airways has announced the launch of a new daily all premium Business Class service from Doha to London. The new service will be the first of its kind in the Middle East, commencing…
BTS: Garuda’s London bookings healthy ahead of launch
Garuda Indonesia has witnessed healthy forward bookings ahead of its London route launch in May.
Jubi Prasetyo, general manager UK at Garuda Indonesia told Travel Daily the carrier is…
JAL to switch London-Tokyo flights to Haneda
Japan Airlines (JAL) has announced new flights between London and Tokyo starting later this year.
The route will run daily departing Heathrow at 19.15 to arrive in Haneda Airport the…
Luxperience pop-up planned for London
Australia and Pacific trade show Luxperience has announced a pop-up event in London to encourage the UK travel trade to attend its main show.
The Sydney-based event is hoping to…
Taj rebrands London hotels
Taj Hotels has rebranded its London hotels after taking over full ownership and management.
The properties will now be known as St James’ Court, A Taj Hotel and Taj 51 Buckingham…
Knightsbridge London Café opens in Dubai
Dubai got its first Knightsbridge Cafe which is located on Beach Road opposite to the Jumeirah Beach Park.
Mohammed Jaber, Café owner said: What we wanted was simple ‘to introduce a…
Lufthansa to boost London-Frankfurt capacity
Lufthansa has announced it will add seats between London and Frankfurt next summer when it deploys a larger aircraft on the route.
Capacity will increase 7% from 30 March when a…
Gansevoort founder to build London hotel
A new hotel in London’s Shoreditch is to be built by New York-based Gansevoort Hotel Group.
The hotel will be at 45 Curtain Road and cost up to GBP60 million to develop.
It is due…
London follows similar airport system to other major cities
OAG Aviation has compared the UK airport system to four others in the country ahead of Howard Davies releasing his interim report into airport capacity later this month.
Based on how…
London Britannia Airport designs unveiled
A design for a new airport in London’s Thames Estuary has been unveiled by the Thames Estuary Research and Development Company (Testrad).
Testrad said the new airport, previously…