Shake-up of UK licensing laws begins 07 Feb 2005 As of today (7 February), pubs, clubs, off-licences and bars in the UK can submit applications for extended opening hours via the new alcohol and public entertainment licences.
Lift jam at Glasgow Science Centre 04 Feb 2005 Six adults and four children were trapped in a lift at the Glasgow Science Centre for five hours on 29 January.
Chief executive to leave Grévin & Cie 04 Feb 2005 Olivier de Bosredon, chief executive of French theme park operator Grévin & Cie, is to leave the company after 17 years.
Hilton plans Conrad development 04 Feb 2005 Conrad Hotels, the brand jointly operated by Hilton Hotels Corporation (HHC) and Hilton International, is to become one of the world’s largest luxury hotel brands.
Stein to open seventh site 03 Feb 2005 Spanish luxury hotel operator, The Stein Group, is to open its seventh property in the Dutch capital, Amsterdam.
ASA encourages children to Get Safe in the water 02 Feb 2005 The Amateur Swimming Association (ASA) will be encouraging UK leisure centres to host events for its 2005 National Get Safe for Summer roadshow.
UK Sport responds to Beijing funding blow 01 Feb 2005 A government spending watchdog has said that UK Sport will face a series of tough decisions on funding for athletes before the 2008 Olympics in order to field the best possible team.
London Hippodrome sold 01 Feb 2005 The Hippodrome nightclub in London’s Leicester Square has been acquired by Toronto-based hospitality group Lucid Entertainment on a leasehold basis for a nominal cash consideration plus the assumption of £850,000 of liabilities.
PATA urges travel to tsunami regions 27 Jan 2005 Peter de Jong, president and CEO of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), has urged travellers to aid the recovery of the tsunami-hit destinations by taking holidays there.
Grévin & Cie plans European expansion 26 Jan 2005 Olivier de Bosredon, chief executive of theme park operator Grévin & Cie, has announced that following the acquisition last July of New Pleasurewood Hills near Great Yarmouth, UK, it is looking for further opportunities in Britain.
Von Essen group plans expansion and £35m revamp 25 Jan 2005 The privately-owned, UK-based, von Essen hotels group – whose flagship is the Cliveden – has announced plans to invest £35m in its collections over the next three years which will see spa and leisure facilities introduced in many properties.
Mandara Spa for Disney World hotel 25 Jan 2005 Steiner Leisure, which owns the Mandara Spa brand, has signed a contract to build and operate a luxury spa at the Walt Disney World’s Swan and Dolphin hotel in Orlando, Florida.
Retreat Spa to open at Grosvenor House Dubai 25 Jan 2005 The latest addition to Dubai’s booming spa industry, the Retreat Health & Spa, will open at the Grosvenor House West Marina Beach by Le Méridien in May.
Gordon Ramsey heads for Tokyo Conrad 24 Jan 2005 UK-based celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay is to open his first restaurant in Japan later this year at the Conrad Tokyo.
Thermae Bath Spa costs set to exceed £40m 24 Jan 2005 The much-delayed £36m ($67.4m, 51.7m Euros) Thermae Bath Spa project in the UK is to have an additional £3.5m ($6.5m, Euro 5m) of public money provided for the scheme.
Six Flags guests get free waterpark entry 20 Jan 2005 US-based theme park operator Six Flags has announced that entrance to its new Hurricane Harbor waterpark at Gurnee, Illinois, will be free with admission to the existing Six Flags Great America theme park at the site.
Researchers in the US have identified an antibody which could greatly reduce the loss of lean muscle mass in people who are taking weight-loss medications.
Rosewood Le Guanahani St Barth, on the northeast coast of Saint Barthélemy in the French West Indies, is offering a programme of ocean-inspired yoga classes between 8-14 June to celebrate Global Wellness Day (GWD).
Hotel de France, located on the British Isle of Jersey, has created a wellness retreat package that includes a hot yoga session that will take place in Jersey Zoo’s butterfly sanctuary.
The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi, in Malaysia, has revealed a schedule for Global Wellness Day (GWD) that includes guided rainforest walks, mindful movement and guided coastal meditation experiences.
Crunch Fitness has announced the launch of Crunch Reform Pilates – its own reformer concept designed to bring this fast growing, but rather expensive, modality into the mainstream.
The 20th State of the Industry Report from LeisureDB has revealed a resilient, expanding and competitive sector, the importance of differentiation and the ongoing challenge of tackling inequalities.
Longevitix, a clinical platform for preventive and longevity medicine, has launched its AI-powered intelligence system to help physicians deliver continuous, personalised longevity-focused care at scale.
Purpose Brands has announced its entry into the Italian market, having sold the franchise rights for four Orangetheory Fitness studios to Icon Palestre.
Atmantan Wellness Centre, an integrative wellness destination in Mulshi, near Pune in India, is expanding its portfolio by adding a new centre in Hyderabad that will launch between 2028 and 2029.
A recent survey by the UK Spa Association (UKSA) into the industry’s approach to cancer care has revealed that almost half of participating respondents (46 per cent) are unaware that cancer is a disability and guests with a cancer diagnosis must be given equal access to treatments to prevent discrimination
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Mexican operator, Solmar Hotels and Resorts, is hosting a series of events in celebration of Global Wellness Day, including a Temazcal ceremony at its Playa Grande Resort and Spa in Los Cabos.
A new immersive attraction designed to transport visitors into the final hours of ancient Pompeii is preparing to open near the world-famous archaeological site in southern Italy.
Nuffield Health has told HCM that it takes its responsibilities towards its colleagues seriously and is committed to meeting all legal obligations after news of a tribunal has made national headlines.
Mandarin Oriental has announced a standalone residence brand, Mansions, which will debut at Emirates Palace, Mandarin Oriental Mansions, Abu Dhabi, in 2029.
Technogym has announced the launch of the Run X World Treadmill Championship, the first world championship for running on connected treadmills over five kilometres.
Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) has unveiled its design for Eve Music Hall in Čepin, eastern Croatia, as construction progresses towards completion ahead of the opening, which is scheduled for March 2027.
Experience design company, BRC Imagination Arts, has completed a transition that sees founder Bob Rogers pass ownership of the business to four long-serving senior executives, while remaining actively involved with the company.
