Author: Lucy Contrino

As UKHospitality marks seven years in operation, the leading trade body has significantly grown its member representation. Over the past 18 months, the leading voice of hospitality has significantly grown its membership across all types and size of business – from independent pubs, restaurants and hotels, to major UK-wide operators. New members include the likes of the Beautiful Pubs Collective, easyHotel, Fulham Shore, Leonardo Hotels, Nutwood Pubs, Paulton’s Park, Popeye’s and Starbucks. A number of strategic affiliate partnerships with the Association for Indoor Play, the Professional Association of Self Caterers UK and the B&B Association have enabled UKHospitality to build…

Copenhagen’s green experience economy, CopenPay, is back. The goal is to raise tourists’ awareness about making more sustainable choices. This year, the initiative, which allows visitors to “pay” for experiences across the city with responsible actions, returns three times bigger, running twice as long and rewards guests who travel by train. Tourism is a major contributor to CO2 emissions and there is a need to change the mindset of tourists and encourage green choices. New research shows a large willingness among tourists to act more responsibly and leave the destination better than they found it. Last year, Copenhagen changed the…

Britain wants to travel more by train, with direct and faster journeys driving consumer preference, with 36% of Brits expect to travel more by train in the next five years. These insights comes from Hitachi’s latest annual global survey on public transport trends. The global Hitachi survey revealed that in the UK the two most likely factors to encourage British passengers to switch to rail are direct journeys (35%) and faster journeys (34%). Meanwhile, overcrowding is seen as the biggest barrier. As one of the UK’s leading train manufacturers, Hitachi can provide solutions that improve connectivity, journey times and increase capacity. Hitachi Rail’s pioneering battery…

UK visitors top Spain’s 2025 tourist tablesCosta del Sol home to 70+ golf coursesTaylor Wimpey España helps players pair the perfect course with the perfect property UK visitors are leading Spain’s international tourism figures so far this year, with 3.1 million UK residents visiting Spain during the first three months of 2025. The figures represent an increase of 4.6% compared to the same period last year according to Spain’s National Statistics Institute (INE). Many of those visiting Spain head for the Costa del Sol, where stunning beaches, plentiful sunshine and over 70 golf courses make for an idyllic and memorable holiday…

If the idea of holidaying with your entire extended family makes you instinctively reach for a gin and tonic, you’re not alone. The reality of a multigenerational getaway of grandparents, toddlers, teens, in-laws, and adult siblings all under one roof, can be challenging. But according to research led by Brooks B. Gump, a public health professor at Syracuse University, taking time off can significantly improve your physical health. His team found that people who go on holiday experience a 25% drop in metabolic syndrome risk, a group of conditions that raise the chances of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes.…

In 2024, used car sales rose by 5%[1], but unlike buying a new car, purchasing a used vehicle comes with extra considerations. So, are buyers doing everything they should to make informed decisions? To find this out, temporary car insurance experts, Tempcover, surveyed 2,000 UK drivers who have purchased a used car to explore their key considerations[2], buying habits and steps they take before making a purchase. The results reveal some surprising trends, including the number of buyers who don’t always test drive the car before buying, and the number of those who later experienced issues that a test drive could have…

More Than Only Food & Drink’ Campaign will Showcase Over 50 EU Wines at Booth C40 The European Union’s ‘More Than Only Food & Drink’ campaign will spotlight the extraordinary diversity of EU winemaking at this year’s London Wine Fair, with a selection of more than 50 wines from across 27 Member States – many of which are yet to be discovered by the UK trade. Championing innovation, authenticity, and sustainability, the campaign will offer visitors to booth C40 a rare opportunity to taste wines from unexpected corners of the EU — including Malta, Belgium, Czechia, Luxembourg, Poland, and Spain — that reflect…

Few things can derail a cruise faster than that creeping wave of nausea. One minute you’re soaking in ocean views, the next you’re gripping the rails, queasy and miserable. For those with emetophobia – the fear of vomiting – the thought alone can trigger anxiety before the trip has even begun. Searches for “emetophobia” spiked by a staggering 48% from February to March in 2025, while a snap poll from Hupla discovered that 15% of the UK have reported feeling seasick on a cruise. But does this mean those who suffer with seasickness must avoid a cruise holiday at all costs?   “With…

Whatever Kind of Dad, They Eat Free! Heavenly Desserts is marking Father’s Day 2025 with a sweet and generous offer for families across the UK. On Sunday, 15th June 2025, dads dining at any Heavenly Desserts location will receive a complimentary dessert or brunch main, as part of the brand’s celebration of father figures of all kinds. Whether he’s a DIY expert, a football enthusiast, or a thrill-seeking superdad, Heavenly Desserts is inviting guests to honour the father figures who make a difference every day. The initiative is designed to bring families together and create memorable moments over a shared…

Leading multi-disciplinary engineering firm adi Group has proudly recognised Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 with a full programme of activities aimed at supporting employee wellbeing. Throughout the week, the Group has been engaging staff across its business with initiatives designed to encourage open conversations, promote the use of internal support services and raise funds for mental health charities. This has included shining a spotlight on the wellbeing support already available to employees, such as the company’s Employee Assistance Programme, access to Medicash and the use of a Virtual GP service – all key tools which are available to staff as part of…