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  • Hilton London Islington gets £5.2m refurb

    Hilton London Islington has announced the £5.2 million refurbishment of its guest rooms, to be completed June 2013, with the addition of 7 new bedrooms, bringing the full number to 191.

    The hotel, situated within the heart of trendy Islington, was inspired and influenced by its close proximity to the Square Mile. Each room displays subtle hints of London, with a graceful city style. In-room features are influenced by the materials and fabrics related to a tailored pin-stripe suit making a classic British feel.

    Oded Lifschitz, UK area vice chairman, Hilton Worldwide said, “London remains essentially the mostsome of the most popular visitor destinations on this planet and, alongside Hilton’s superb service, we’re involved in keeping our product fresh and unique.

    “We currently have plenty of refurbishment programmes in progress across our London properties, including Hilton London Islington, Hilton London Metropole, The Waldorf Hilton, London and Hilton London Heathrow Airport.

    “This investment highlights our ongoing dedication to satisfy and surpass guests’ expectations.” Added Oded.

    For guests visiting on business, the refurbished bedrooms offer spacious black glass desktops, accessible ports and stylish consoles positioned to maximize space, for a tailored working environment.

    All of the furniture is bespoke, designed by Robert Angell Design Studio, with polished chrome, limed grey oak wardrobe doors and black oak nightstands offering a classic timeless quality. In step with town theme the specially commissioned artwork, by Angell, sees prominent London landmarks photographed in profile and displayed on contemporary canvases. Sharp neutrals, greys and blacks, highlighted with hints of aubergine piping and sew details, dogtooth wool carpets, patterned upholstery and handstitched leather headboards, complete the recent look guest rooms.

    With a spotlight on both comfort and practicality, the hot look rooms offer form and serve as, while the en-suite bathrooms are both sleek and chic. Using beautiful carrara stone flooring, grey feature mosaic tiles, bespoke illuminated vanity mirrors and lavish Peter Thomas Roth amenities, the guest experience is on the heart of each design feature.

    Located within easy reach of Kings Cross, at the doorstep of Angel’s vibrant social scene and situated next to the Business Design Centre, Hilton London Islington is ideally positioned for business and leisure travellers. Incorporating this into the design, the refurbishment project features a new executive lounge, 45 executive rooms and five deluxe plus standard rooms so that you can offer balcony access.

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  • News: WTTC 2013: Walsh renews criticism of UK government

    International Airlines Group chief executive Willie Walsh has emphasised the necessity for the united kingdom government to support the aviation sector within the country.

    Speaking on the World Travel & Tourism Council Global Summit in Abu Dhabi, Walsh said IAG was not seeking financial support, but merely for the federal government to “get out of the way”.

    “Governments have to understand they need to reduce the impact on aviation.

    “This is additionally during the reduction of regressive taxation on our industry, comparable to Air Passenger Duty, or by allowing the construction of suitable infrastructure,” Walsh explained.

    He was quick to contrast the location inside the UK with that of Abu Dhabi, where flag-carrier Etihad Airways has seen remarkable growth during the last decade.

    He said: “The conditions here in Abu Dhabi have allowed the carrier to develop, but we will compete financially, we’re confident in our model.”

    Walsh added he wouldn’t be “banging his head against the wall” in regards to development at London Heathrow Airport, as no political solution was possible at the present.

    Instead IAG would seek to expand its operations at London Gatwick and London City airports.

    IAG is additionally in negotiations to procure Spanish low-cost carrier Veuling.

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    Walsh, centre, was joined by Etihad chief executive James Hogan, left, and IATA secretary general, Tony Tyler

    Visa Issue

    In remarks following the Summit, Walsh also pointed to an issue with visa access to the united kingdom, arguing other destinations would likely launch retaliatory regulations if it was not made easier to get into the rustic.

    “Britain must realise it’s miles losing ground, and quite quickly.

    “If the govt. doesn’t move, others will likely retaliate, that’s quite understandable.

    “I see various concern, particularly from emerging markets, that it’s tough to do business within the UK.”