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8Apr

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WaterWalk extended stay brand joins Wyndham – Business Traveller

Wyndham has launched its 25th brand, following a strategic agreement with upscale extended stay brand WaterWalk. Now known as WaterWalk Extended Stay by Wyndham, the brand adds a total of 11 US properties and 1,500 rooms to Wyndham’s portfolio, in locations including Tuscon, Jacksonville and Wichita. WaterWalk was founded in 2014 by the late Jack DeBoer, an American entrepreneur and hotelier who was also created Residence Inn (now Residence Inn by Marriott), Candlewood Suites (now part of IHG’s portfolio) and Summerfield Suites (now part of the Hyatt House brand). The WaterWalk concept includes STAY units which are fully furnished and cater to guests looking for a traditional extended-stay, residential-like experience, and LIVE units which are unfurnished, allowing guests to create their...

Cheval Collection joins the Global Hotel Alliance – Business Traveller

5Apr

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Cheval Collection joins the Global Hotel Alliance – Business Traveller

Serviced apartment operator Cheval Collection has signed an agreement to join the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA). Cheval currently operates nine serviced apartment properties in London, as well as three in Edinburgh and the recently opened Cheval Maison – The Palm Dubai. The group is also set to open Cheval Maison – Expo City Dubai next year, followed by Cheval Maison – West Regent in Glasgow in 2026. Cheval Collection to add fifth property in Scotland It’s not clear when the agreement will take effect – when Business Traveller checked the GHA website this morning Cheval Collection properties were not listed. We have asked for more information and will publish any response here. The deal will see GHA add the first properties in Scotland to its alliance of independent hotel brands which com...

The Mayfair Hotel in New York joins Choice’s Ascend Collection – Business Traveller

11Dec

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The Mayfair Hotel in New York joins Choice’s Ascend Collection – Business Traveller

Choice Hotels International has announced the latest US addition to its Ascend Hotel Collection. The Mayfair Hotel is housed within a seven storey building at 240-242 West 49th Street next to the Eugene O’Neill, Ambassador, Gershwin and Barrymore venues in New York’s Theater District, The hotel has been recently renovated, having closed during the Covid-19 pandemic, and features 77 rooms as well as an onsite restaurant and lounge. The Mayfair Hotel joins the Blue Angel Hotel, The L Hotel and the Insignia Hotel as the fourth property under the upscale Ascend Hotel Collection in New York. Globally there are around 360 Ascend properties either open or in the pipeline – the brand entered the UK in 2016 with the addition of Channings Hotel The Howard in Edinburgh, but neither of these hotels ...

The Siam joins The Set Collection – Business Traveller

7Dec

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The Siam joins The Set Collection – Business Traveller

The Set Collection has announced the latest addition to its portfolio of member hotels. The renowned and luxurious The Siam in Bangkok has become the newest member of The Set Collection, further enhancing the company’s representation in the vibrant Asian hospitality market. Nestled along the Chao Phraya River in the heart of the royal district of Bangkok, The Siam is a timeless property that epitomizes the spirit of Thailand’s capital city. Opened in 2012, The Siam was created by the Sukosol family and designed by internationally renowned architect, Bill Bensley, boasting a unique blend of classic elegance and contemporary luxury. The property’s serene riverfront setting, lush gardens, and meticulously curated interiors including thousands of pieces of antiques, artworks and curios f...

Iberia joins British Airways and Qatar Airways joint venture – Business Traveller

25Jul

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Iberia joins British Airways and Qatar Airways joint venture – Business Traveller

Iberia has officially joined British Airways and Qatar Airways’ joint business partnership. The partnership between BA and Qatar Airways is currently the largest airline joint business in the world, covering more than 180 destinations in 60 countries. With the addition of the Spanish flag carrier, passengers will be able to connect to more than 200 destinations through the three airlines. In light of the joint business expansion, Iberia will add a new daily service from its hub Madrid Barajas International airport to Hamad International airport, starting from 11 December, 2023. Iberia will operate the Airbus A330-200 on the service, with 288 seats in business and economy cabins. Together, Iberia’s and Qatar Airways’ expanded service will operate three times daily on the route. The partne...