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Scottish Sun
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Sabrina Carpenter stays in same posh £25k-a-night London hotel as fellow pop queens
Scroll down to find out what Sabrina is doing to ensure her performance is flawless B&BEY Sabrina Carpenter stays in same posh £25k-a-night London hotel as fellow pop queens Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BEYONCE, Mariah Carey and Sabrina Carpenter are all regarded as music royalty – and I can reveal they all have the same taste in hotels. I have been told that Sabrina has hired out the £25,000-a-night penthouses her fellow pop queens stayed in at the five-star Corinthia London. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 9 Sabrina was spotted testing a crane in Hyde Park Credit: Supplied The Manchild hitmaker was at the swanky hotel during her sold-out British Summer Time gigs in Hyde Park this weekend. A source said: 'Sabrina only wanted to stay at the very best during her time in the capital. 'She has been working around the clock to perfect her performances and having a peaceful night's sleep is paramount to her. Working hard 'Stars love the Corinthia's old-school English charm. READ MORE ON SABRINA CARPENTER X-PRESSO How Sabrina Carpenter swapped Disney for controversy… from sex shock to affairs 'It is the place to be when staying in London.' Last month our sister column Bizarre revealed that Bey moved out of the plush hotel to make way for Mariah, who flew into London for Capital's Summertime Ball. The Crazy In Love singer was staying at the Corinthia's penthouses for her gigs at the Tottenham Stadium. Sabrina performed at BST Hyde Park last night and is due to take to the festival's Great Oak Stage tonight where she will be supported by singers Amber Mark, Olivia Dean and Clairo. And I have heard that the Espresso singer has been working hard to make sure her performance is flawless. An insider told me: 'Sabrina spent four days in Hyde Park last week rehearsing for her shows — that is the most an artist has ever dedicated to getting their set perfect. Sabrina Carpenter's new hit music video 'Manchild 'She had three backstage areas at BST — one for her band, another for her dancers and a private space for herself. 'The private area had its own veranda and a bed for her.' In Hyde Park earlier this week, she was spotted testing a crane, which forms part of her jaw-dropping show. Sounds like Sabrina will reign over the capital. 9 Sabrina has hired out the £25,000-a-night penthouses at the five-star Corinthia London Credit: Getty WORN ON THE FOURTH OF JULY 9 Beyonce clamps her gnashers on a bottle of bubbly while wearing an eye-catching outfit Credit: Instagram 9 Jennifer Lopez looked super sweet as she posed with cupcakes Credit: Instagram BEYONCE got her teeth into Independence Day celebrations, clamping her gnashers on a bottle of bubbly while wearing an eye-catching outfit in Maryland. The Crazy In Love hitmaker, above, wowed in a star-clad chainmail bodysuit with a faux fur coat of the US flag draped over her shoulders at her concert at the Northwest Stadium on Friday. Meanwhile, Jennifer Lopez looked super sweet as she posed with cupcakes, marking the special date on Instagram. Smiling J-Lo wished her 248million followers 'happy fourth of July' as she playfully held two of the iced treats over her bust. FAREWELL SABBATH FOR OZZY 9 Ozzy Osbourne took to his throne as the Prince of Darkness for his final performance Credit: Getty OZZY OSBOURNE took to his throne as the Prince of Darkness for his final performance with Black Sabbath last night. The Iron Man hitmaker was joined by his original bandmates Tony Iommi, Terence 'Geezer' Butler and Bill Ward for the Back To The Beginning concert at Villa Park in the band's home town of Birmingham. Ozzy, who has publicly battled Parkinson's disease in recent years, perched with his cloak draped ceremoniously around him. He was supported by wife Sharon Osbourne. His son Jack Osbourne spoke ahead of the momentous gig. Asked if Ozzy was nervous, he said: 'I think it is every emotion. He is so excited about performing again and so excited about getting on stage. 'December 2018 was the last time he did a full gig – that is how long it has been. 'This is the reunion that normally only happens, sadly, at someone's funeral – but it is so great to be here. It is the history of heavy metal in one venue. That kind of sums it up. It is a rollercoaster. 'I think this is most likely going to be his last full performance. But he still intends to make music.' And in true Ozzy style, he did not hold back with his final look. Ozzy's tailor Sir Tom Baker told Biz on Sunday that he had designed a leather 19th-century frock coat with a two-and-a-half metre train for the music legend. Sir Tom, who spent weeks on the outfit, explained: 'It's very high shine – it looks like water. We decorated it with leather trimming and gold skull buttons. It has dramatic, ghoulish shoulders.' Meanwhile, punk rocker Yungblud said he was invited by Sharon Osbourne to sing at Villa Park in support of Ozzy. He told me: 'I've known Ozzy for years. Uncle Ozzy, man. He gave me a gold cross a couple of years ago. So I've given him back one in return. 'To be a close personal friend of his now, and to be a member of the family with him – he's my blood.' Sir Tom added: 'Ozzy and Sharon are lovely people. They are stronger than ever – she dotes on him. It's lovely to see. 'They seem to trust each other implicitly. She has a say over matters, but he is just as strong in the balance.' Yungblud, who performed a cover of Black Sabbath ballad Changes last night, added of the gig: 'It's an honour to be a part of it. Ozzy has been one of my idols since I was two.' PAUL ON TIME FOR GRACIE 9 Paul Mescal and Daisy Edgar-Jones among the crowd at British Summer Time in London's Hyde Park Credit: Eroteme 9 They were watching Paul's girlfriend Gracie Abrams perform Credit: Getty PAUL MESCAL and his Normal People co-star Daisy Edgar-Jones were still in the Glastonbury spirit on Friday night. The pair were among the crowd at British Summer Time in London's Hyde Park watching Paul's girlfriend Gracie Abrams perform with US singer Noah Kahan. An onlooker said: 'Paul was cutting it fine as he rushed through and grabbed his ticket. 'He beelined to the VIP section to watch from the Diamond area.' Last week I revealed Paul was singing along to Gracie's set on Glastonbury's Other Stage alongside pal Daisy. Meanwhile, Lewis Capaldi made a surprise appearance on the Great Oak Stage on Friday night following his comeback at Worthy Farm last week. Lewis, who is No1 with his new single Survive, joined Noah for the latter's track Northern Attitude at Hyde Park. Festival season is still in full swing. JUNGLE KING IN TV BLOW 9 Former King of the Jungle Sam Thompson Credit: Getty SAM THOMPSON is not returning to the spin-off show I'm A Celebrity: Unpacked as a permanent presenter. Instead former King of the Jungle Sam, who was a mainstay last year alongside Joel Dommett and Kemi Rodgers, will get a guest stint. A source said: 'Sam isn't returning full time, but Joel and Kemi definitely are. 'Apparently there was a schedule issue, but he's still part of the ITV family – in fact he's a busy man. "He's got DNA Journey which is now on air and was recently announced as part of (new prank show) Celebrity Sabotage.' Sam's been unlucky in love, after splitting with Zara McDermott and then Samie Elishi. Hopefully, his bromance with Pete Wicks is still going strong. MARGOT AI ALERT MARGOT ROBBIE has revealed her fears about using AI in the film industry. The Barbie actress, who founded production company LuckyChap Entertainment with her husband Tom Ackerley in 2014, said at Glastonbury's Pilton Palais cinema tent: 'I think filmmakers using it as a tool to enhance their vision is the best version of it. 'I think the fact that it is progressing so much faster than anyone can keep up with – and to create any sort of rules around it – then it is going to cause problems in our industry.' CROCKED SAM SCRAPS EURO FESTIVAL DATES 9 Sam Fender has suffered a vocal haemorrhage Credit: Redferns SAM FENDER has been forced to pull out of his European festival tour due to a vocal haemorrhage. The Seventeen Going Under singer revealed that he received the devastating diagnosis after headlining the British Grand Prix Opening Concert at Silverstone on Friday night. He posted on Instagram after his performance: 'At the beginning of the week I got my voice checked by my ENT (ear, nose and throat) doctor and the cords were slightly swollen. 'After a few days' rest I was advised by my team that I was okay to perform. 'On stage at Silverstone I could feel that things were a lot harder than usual, I felt I needed to push a lot harder to sing – this is never a good sign. 'I've just been checked by my ENT again today, as I was concerned about it, and it's transpired that I have had a haemorrhage on one of my vocal cords.' Sam, who recently wrapped a huge UK summer stadium tour, has cancelled his upcoming performances at Rock Werchter in Belgium , Down The Rabbit Hole in The Netherlands, NOS Alive in Portugal and the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland. He added: 'I'm so sorry to everybody who is coming to those festivals with our show in mind. 'Our fans are the most important thing to us. 'I hate letting people down and I hate not being able to sing for weeks as it is my only real passion in life.' I hope you are back to feeling your best soon, Sam. ED'S TOP SONG FAILS TO SHAPE UP FOR HIM STREAMING service Apple Music has celebrated its tenth anniversary by crowning Ed Sheeran's 2017 hit Shape Of You as its most popular song, with more than 930 million plays. But Ed told Apple Music's Zane Lowe he has never considered it his best track. He said: 'I've never seen Shape Of You as that song for me, as the song that I will be remembered for. 'But it's weird – everywhere I go in the world, because we travel everywhere and we play everywhere, and we went to Bhutan recently, and that song kicked off there.' CAPITAL Radio host Will Manning has revealed that his wedding to girlfriend Georgia Haldenby will be filled with his favourite artists. He told Biz on Sunday: 'Mimi Webb is singing, Zak Abel and Tom Grennan.' The DJ, who recently released his latest track I Believe, will spin some tunes for his wedding guests at the Four Seasons in Hook, Hants, next month. STRICTLY star Tasha Ghouri has revealed that the BBC dance show has 'opened doors' for her career. The former Love Islander told me at the TRIC Awards in London: 'My demographic is bigger now, which is lovely. 'Strictly has definitely opened many more doors – especially with the BBC.' Tasha, who finished as runner-up last year, added: 'I have got some stuff coming up. 'I can't say, but it is super exciting.'
The Irish Sun
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Sabrina Carpenter stays in same posh £25k-a-night London hotel as fellow pop queens
BEYONCE, Mariah Carey and Sabrina Carpenter are all regarded as music royalty – and I can reveal they all have the same taste in hotels. I have been told that Sabrina has hired out the £25,000-a-night penthouses her fellow pop queens stayed in at the five-star Corinthia London. 9 Sabrina was spotted testing a crane in Hyde Park Credit: Supplied The Manchild hitmaker was at the swanky hotel during her sold-out British Summer Time gigs in Hyde Park this weekend. A source said: 'Sabrina only wanted to stay at the very best during her time in the capital. 'She has been working around the clock to perfect her performances and having a peaceful night's sleep is paramount to her. Working hard 'Stars love the Corinthia's old-school English charm. READ MORE ON SABRINA CARPENTER 'It is the place to be when staying in London.' Last month our sister column Bizarre revealed that Bey moved out of the plush hotel to make way for Mariah, who flew into London for Capital's Summertime Ball. The Crazy In Love singer was staying at the Corinthia's penthouses for her Sabrina performed at BST Hyde Park last night and is due to take to the festival's Great Oak Stage tonight where she will be supported by singers Amber Mark, Olivia Dean and Clairo. Most read in Bizarre And I have heard that the Espresso singer has been working hard to make sure her performance is flawless. An insider told me: 'Sabrina spent four days in Hyde Park last week rehearsing for her shows — that is the most an artist has ever dedicated to getting their set perfect. Sabrina Carpenter's new hit music video 'Manchild 'She had three backstage areas at BST — one for her band, another for her dancers and a private space for herself. 'The private area had its own veranda and a bed for her.' In Hyde Park earlier this week, she was spotted testing a crane, which forms part of her jaw-dropping show. Sounds like Sabrina will reign over the capital. 9 Sabrina has hired out the £25,000-a-night penthouses at the five-star Corinthia London Credit: Getty WORN ON THE FOURTH OF JULY 9 Beyonce clamps her gnashers on a bottle of bubbly while wearing an eye-catching outfit Credit: Instagram 9 Jennifer Lopez looked super sweet as she posed with cupcakes Credit: Instagram BEYONCE got her teeth into Independence Day celebrations, clamping her gnashers on a bottle of bubbly while wearing an eye-catching outfit in Maryland. The Crazy In Love hitmaker, above, wowed in a star-clad chainmail bodysuit with a faux fur coat of the US flag draped over her shoulders at her concert at the Northwest Stadium on Friday. Meanwhile, Smiling J-Lo wished her 248million followers 'happy fourth of July' as she playfully held two of the iced treats over her bust. FAREWELL SABBATH FOR OZZY 9 Ozzy Osbourne took to his throne as the Prince of Darkness for his final performance Credit: Getty OZZY OSBOURNE took to his throne as the Prince of Darkness for his final performance with Black Sabbath last night. The Iron Man hitmaker was joined by his original bandmates Tony Iommi, Terence 'Geezer' Butler and Bill Ward for the Back To The Beginning concert at Villa Park in the band's home town of Birmingham. Ozzy, who has publicly battled Parkinson's disease in recent years, perched with his cloak draped ceremoniously around him. He was supported by wife Sharon Osbourne. His son Jack Osbourne spoke ahead of the momentous gig. Asked if Ozzy was nervous, he said: 'I think it is every emotion. He is so excited about performing again and so excited about getting on stage. 'December 2018 was the last time he did a full gig – that is how long it has been. 'This is the reunion that normally only happens, sadly, at someone's funeral – but it is so great to be here. It is the history of heavy metal in one venue. That kind of sums it up. It is a rollercoaster. 'I think this is most likely going to be his last full performance. But he still intends to make music.' And in true Ozzy style, he did not hold back with his final look. Ozzy's tailor Sir Tom Baker told Biz on Sunday that he had designed a leather 19th-century frock coat with a two-and-a-half metre train for the music legend. Sir Tom, who spent weeks on the outfit, explained: 'It's very high shine – it looks like water. We decorated it with leather trimming and gold skull buttons. It has dramatic, ghoulish shoulders.' Meanwhile, punk rocker Yungblud said he was invited by Sharon Osbourne to sing at Villa Park in support of Ozzy. He told me: 'I've known Ozzy for years. Uncle Ozzy, man. He gave me a gold cross a couple of years ago. So I've given him back one in return. 'To be a close personal friend of his now, and to be a member of the family with him – he's my blood.' Sir Tom added: 'Ozzy and Sharon are lovely people. They are stronger than ever – she dotes on him. It's lovely to see. 'They seem to trust each other implicitly. She has a say over matters, but he is just as strong in the balance.' Yungblud, who performed a cover of Black Sabbath ballad Changes last night, added of the gig: 'It's an honour to be a part of it. Ozzy has been one of my idols since I was two.' PAUL ON TIME FOR GRACIE 9 Paul Mescal and Daisy Edgar-Jones among the crowd at British Summer Time in London's Hyde Park Credit: Eroteme 9 They were watching Paul's girlfriend Gracie Abrams perform Credit: Getty PAUL MESCAL and his Normal People co-star Daisy Edgar-Jones were still in the Glastonbury spirit on Friday night. The pair were among the crowd at British Summer Time in London's Hyde Park watching Paul's girlfriend Gracie Abrams perform with US singer Noah Kahan. An onlooker said: 'Paul was cutting it fine as he rushed through and grabbed his ticket. 'He beelined to the VIP section to watch from the Diamond area.' Last week I revealed Paul was singing along to Gracie's set on Glastonbury's Other Stage alongside pal Daisy. Meanwhile, Lewis, who is No1 with his new single Survive, joined Noah for the latter's track Northern Attitude at Hyde Park. Festival season is still in full swing. JUNGLE KING IN TV BLOW 9 Former King of the Jungle Sam Thompson Credit: Getty SAM THOMPSON is not returning to the spin-off show I'm A Celebrity: Unpacked as a permanent presenter. Instead former King of the Jungle Sam, who was a mainstay last year alongside Joel Dommett and Kemi Rodgers, will get a guest stint. A source said: 'Sam isn't returning full time, but Joel and Kemi definitely are. 'Apparently there was a schedule issue, but he's still part of the ITV family – in fact he's a busy man. "He's got DNA Journey which is now on air and was recently announced as part of (new prank show) Celebrity Sabotage.' Sam's been unlucky in love, after splitting with Zara McDermott and then Hopefully, his bromance with Pete Wicks is still going strong. MARGOT AI ALERT MARGOT ROBBIE has revealed her fears about using AI in the film industry. The Barbie actress, who founded production company LuckyChap Entertainment with her husband Tom Ackerley in 2014, said at Glastonbury's Pilton Palais cinema tent: 'I think filmmakers using it as a tool to enhance their vision is the best version of it. 'I think the fact that it is progressing so much faster than anyone can keep up with – and to create any sort of rules around it – then it is going to cause problems in our industry.' CROCKED SAM SCRAPS EURO FESTIVAL DATES 9 Sam Fender has suffered a vocal haemorrhage Credit: Redferns The Seventeen Going Under singer revealed that he received the devastating diagnosis after headlining the British Grand Prix Opening Concert at Silverstone on Friday night. He posted on Instagram after his performance: 'At the beginning of the week I got my voice checked by my ENT (ear, nose and throat) doctor and the cords were slightly swollen. 'After a few days' rest I was advised by my team that I was okay to perform. 'On stage at Silverstone I could feel that things were a lot harder than usual, I felt I needed to push a lot harder to sing – this is never a good sign. 'I've just been checked by my ENT again today, as I was concerned about it, and it's transpired that I have had a haemorrhage on one of my vocal cords.' Sam, who recently wrapped a huge UK summer stadium tour, has cancelled his upcoming performances at Rock Werchter in He added: 'I'm so sorry to everybody who is coming to those festivals with our show in mind. 'Our fans are the most important thing to us. 'I hate letting people down and I hate not being able to sing for weeks as it is my only real passion in life.' I hope you are back to feeling your best soon, Sam. ED'S TOP SONG FAILS TO SHAPE UP FOR HIM STREAMING service Apple Music has celebrated its tenth anniversary by crowning Ed Sheeran's 2017 hit Shape Of You as its most popular song, with more than 930 million plays. But Ed told Apple Music's Zane Lowe he has never considered it his best track. He said: 'I've never seen Shape Of You as that song for me, as the song that I will be remembered for. 'But it's weird – everywhere I go in the world, because we travel everywhere and we play everywhere, and we went to Bhutan recently, and that song kicked off there.' CAPITAL Radio host Will Manning has revealed that his wedding to girlfriend Georgia Haldenby will be filled with his favourite artists. He told Biz on Sunday: 'Mimi Webb is singing, Zak Abel and The DJ, who recently released his latest track I Believe, will spin some tunes for his wedding guests at the Four Seasons in Hook, Hants, next month. STRICTLY star Tasha Ghouri has revealed that the BBC dance show has 'opened doors' for her career. The former Love Islander told me at the TRIC Awards in London: 'My demographic is bigger now, which is lovely. 'Strictly has definitely opened many more doors – especially with the BBC.' Tasha, who finished as runner-up last year, added: 'I have got some stuff coming up. 'I can't say, but it is super exciting.'
Zawya
26-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Global Hotel Alliance Brand CEOs see steady growth in travel demand despite market uncertainty
RELATED TOPICS TRAVEL RELATED COMPANIES Rotana Corinthia Group Kempinski Hotels Un Tourism Leaders from top independent hotel brands highlight loyalty-driven resilience, US dominance, the rise of Asian markets, and European expansion at CEO meeting in Brussels Positive outlook despite global uncertainty with strong Q1 results and continued momentum US top demand generator globally and particularly in Europe China and India are burgeoning outbound markets that GHA and hotel brands can tap into GHA brands generated 4.6mn room nights in Europe in 2024 GHA DISCOVERY loyalty platform key to driving resilience, revenue, and repeat guests Brussels, Belgium: Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world's largest alliance of independent hotel brands, convened in Brussels last week for its annual CEO meeting, bringing together leaders from across its portfolio of more than 45 hotel brands to explore the evolving landscape of global travel – and the outlook was unanimously optimistic. Hosted at the elegant new Corinthia Hotel Brussels, the event welcomed more than 30 CEOs and senior representatives from GHA hotel brands around the world to address shared challenges and opportunities impacting the hospitality industry. With a surge in Asian outbound travel, the sustained strength of the US market, and a solid Q1 2025 performance for GHA brands, tourism has been on an upward trajectory, they said. Leaders also aligned on the qualities essential for navigating ongoing uncertainty – adaptability, resilience, and collaboration emerged as critical to long-term success. 'We are operating in a volatile global environment, but as an industry, we have learned to adapt and stay agile in response to these fluctuations, and therefore remain optimistic,' said Chris Hartley, CEO of Global Hotel Alliance. 'Travel demand is rising, particularly in the luxury and upscale segments where we specialise, and the strength of our alliance – driven by our loyalty platform, GHA DISCOVERY – positions our brands to capitalise on this momentum, particularly as many emerging growth markets are yet to reach their full potential.' Hartley moderated the event's headline panel discussion, 'Navigating the Future of Travel', which included key insights from Simon Naudi, Managing Director & Group CEO of Corinthia Group; Barbara Muckermann, Group CEO of Kempinski Hotels; Dillip Rajakarier, Group CEO of Minor Hotels; and Choe Peng Sum, CEO of Pan Pacific Hotels Group. He opened the event with a tourism landscape snapshot, citing UN Tourism data revealing more than 300 million tourists travelled globally in Q1 2025, up 5% on Q1 2024, and 3% ahead of pre-pandemic levels. The robust performance came despite the sector facing a range of geopolitical and trade tensions, as well as high inflation in travel and tourism services. Europe, long a bellwether for global travel trends, welcomed 125 million international arrivals from January to March, a 2% rise over 2024, led by markets like Spain, which posted 9% growth, whileTurkey (+7%), Greece, Italy and Portugal (all +4%) also saw healthy Q1 2025 growth, while France reported a 6% increase for the period, according to the May 2025 World Tourism Barometer from UN Tourism. Strong performance in Europe, with the US leading demand The 363 properties operated by 17 GHA hotel brands in Europe delivered US$1.1 billion in revenue from GHA DISCOVERY loyalty members in 2024. European members of GHA DISCOVERY were among the most active, spending $733 million on the continent and $417 million further afield. Across the board, the US market was cited as the top international source of guests. All four CEOs confirmed that US travellers were the single largest contributor to their hotel revenues. 'One-third of our customers are from the US and this will remain a key market for us going forward,' revealed Simon Naudi, Managing Director & Group CEO Corinthia Group. 'But we're also focused on new markets in Asia. India and China have huge outbound potential, and we're seeing more affluent travellers from these markets coming to Europe.' Asia rising, led by China and India Q1 2025 data from UN Tourism showed a 12% year-on-year increase in international arrivals to Asia and the Pacific, the fastest of any region. Panellists agreed that the burgeoning middle classes in China and India with an appetite for 'experiences and exploration', represent enormous opportunity. 'The China and India outbound markets are exploding,' said Choe Peng Sum, CEO Pan Pacific Hotels Group. 'Unless you know how to tap into those markets, particularly the FIT sector, you'll miss out. That's where the alliance can help. We can pivot, we can be nimble – and that's key.' GHA's loyalty ecosystem delivers resilience and growth In addition to scale and reach, CEOs emphasised the unique advantage of belonging to the GHA ecosystem, empowering independent brands to maintain their identity while benefiting from collective reach and repeat business. 'The beautiful part of the alliance is that our hotels retain their DNA,' said Choe. 'For the guest, that's powerful. And it works – in Tokyo, 70% of our bookings came through GHA DISCOVERY within three months of opening.' Dillip Rajakarier, Group CEO Minor Hotels, which operates more than 300 hotels in Europe, added: 'GHA DISCOVERY offers simplicity, choice, and value; guests can choose from 850 unique hotels around the world and earn DISCOVERY Dollars (D$) instead of complicated points, and that keeps them in the ecosystem, spending and staying with the growing number of hotels in the loyalty programme.' Expansion continues across key global markets All four CEOs shared significant expansion plans. Corinthia recently opened hotels in New York, Bucharest and Brussels, with Rome to follow later this year. Kempinski remains the leading luxury brand in Germany, with a history and heritage that resonates with clients in the US, Middle East and UK in particular. Minor Hotels, already Europe's largest operator in Spain, is adding 30 hotels across the region, while Pan Pacific is using its high-performing London flagship as a launchpad for further European growth. Barbara Muckermann, CEO, Kempinski Hotels, noted that while global headwinds exist, the outlook is positive: 'Whenever there's uncertainty, there are opportunities. We are not seeing a slowdown in travel; in fact, we believe the next five years will be exceptionally strong for our industry. China is a sleeping giant, and it's waking up.' Outlook for 2025 and beyond: resilient and rising All indicators point to sustained travel growth with UN Tourism sticking to its January projection of 3% to 5% growth in international arrivals for 2025, noted Hartley. GHA is aligned – having posted record results in 2024 with $2.7 billion in hotel stay revenue, this upward trajectory continues in 2025 with Q1 revenue up 15% to $746 million. Meanwhile, Minor Hotels has reported a record Q1 in 2025, revealed Minor's Rajakarier. The alliance also continues to grow its portfolio. With new brands like Cinnamon Hotels (Sri Lanka), Sunway (Malaysia) and Rotana joining in 2025, GHA is fast approaching the 1,000-property milestone. 'Independent brands want to remain unique, but they also want reach – that's what GHA offers,' said Hartley. 'And as more travellers look for authentic, luxurious, and experiential stays, our model delivers exactly that.' He added: 'Our goal has always been to create value for our hotel brands and GHA DISCOVERY members alike. We've built a platform that's simple, powerful, and growing fast, which is key to driving resilience and repeat guest revenue.' GHA DISCOVERY is complimentary to join, and travellers can sign up online or download the GHA DISCOVERY app and register on their mobile phones. Travellers can also connect with GHA DISCOVERY on Instagram and Facebook. About GHA and GHA DISCOVERY: Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) is the world's largest alliance of independent hotel brands with 45 brands and 850 hotels in 100 countries. Its award-winning loyalty programme—GHA DISCOVERY—provides 30 million members recognition, D$ rewards and exclusive experiences across its hotels and partners, both with and without a stay. GHA DISCOVERY generated US$2.7billion in revenue and 11 million room nights in 2024. Through membership in GHA, brands expand their global reach, drive incremental revenue and reduce dependence on third-party channels, all while maintaining management independence and individual positioning.
Scottish Sun
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Beyonce sparks rumours she plans to move to ENGLAND – as she's spotted touring 58-acre land in helicopter with Jay Z
It comes after she re-located from her swanky £25K hotel room as another star visited London cotswolds carter? Beyonce sparks rumours she plans to move to ENGLAND – as she's spotted touring 58-acre land in helicopter with Jay Z Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BEYONCE has sparked suggestions she's upping sticks from her Stateside pad and moving to England. The Halo hitmaker, who recently toured her Cowboy Carter gigs in London, has allegedly been seen viewing land in the Cotswolds countryside with rapper husband Jay-Z, 55. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 Beyonce has sparked suggestions she's re-locating from the US to the UK Credit: Instagram 6 The Halo hitmaker is said to have taken a helicopter ride over the Cotswolds to view a huge rural pile Credit: Alamy 6 Bey was accompanied by hubby Jay-Z on the trip Credit: Getty Beyonce, 43, reportedly took a helicopter ride with her spouse, with whom she shares three kids, to get a better look at the Oxfordshire pile. The land supposedly spanned 58 acres and a source told The Oxford Mail: "In the past week, Beyonce and Jay-Z flew via helicopter between her London gigs to view a 58-acre plot of land. "Located close to friends Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi, and with Simon Cowell and the Beckhams as neighbours, she felt it would be an ideal UK home for her family, away from the city when they're in the country." Her chopper is reported to have landed at Enstone Airfield, with the visit squeezed in between her London shows. Sources previously told MailOnline the "land and space" offered in the Cotwolds proved a huge draw and previously said: "The wildfires have given them a good reason to look outside of Los Angeles to build new bases. "They will always be based in LA but the UK is on the agenda. "Beyonce loves the UK because they support everything she does." Stars with homes there include the Beckhams and model Kate Moss, 51, while the Sun columnist Jeremy Clarkson, 65, runs a farm and pub. Music star Calvin Harris is also building a rural compound in the area after snapping up three mansions. Earlier this year, Beyonce and Jay-Z were declared the richest celebrity couple — with a combined fortune of £2billion. Watch Beyonce and mini-me Blue Ivy's incredible Christmas Day showcase as Jay-Z's daughter joined mum in country dance LONDON LIVING The speculation comes after the Alien Superstar hitmaker quit her £25K a night London hotel suite so fellow US chart star Mariah Carey could move in. The Crazy In Love singer was staying at the Corinthia's £25,000-a-night penthouses for her Cowboy Carter tour dates at the Tottenham Stadium. Yet when Mariah arrived on Friday, Beyonce packed up and checked into Claridge's for the final few nights of her stay. A source said: 'Superstars as big as Beyonce and Mariah want to stay in only the best hotels. 'Beyonce had been staying in Corinthia's penthouses. 'But when Mariah flew in, Beyonce packed up so Mariah could take over her suites. "It was like Beyonce was bowing down to another music queen.' 6 Beyonce recently brought her Cowboy Carter Tour to London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Credit: Splash 6 She is believed to have visited the rural location during a break between shows Credit: Instagram
Daily Mail
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Beyonce 'bows down' to Mariah Carey as she 'packs up £25k-a-night London penthouse for diva songstress to move in' after her demands were revealed
Beyoncé reportedly 'bowed down' to Mariah Carey and 'packed up her £25k-a-night London penthouse for the diva songstress to move in.' The singer, 43, had booked a 12-night stay at the Corinthia while performing at London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. But she allegedly moved out at the weekend when self-confessed diva Mariah, 56, touched down to play at Capital's Summertime Ball on Sunday. A source told The Sun: 'Superstars as big as Beyonce and Mariah want to stay in only the best hotels. 'Beyonce had been staying in Corinthia's penthouses. 'But when Mariah flew in, Beyonce packed up so Mariah could take over her suites. It was like Beyonce was bowing down to another music queen.' Elsewhere, Mariah's extravagant backstage demands at Capital's Summertime Ball at Wembley Stadium have been revealed. The singer took to the iconic London stage alongside the likes of Rita Ora and Will Smith for what was her first UK show in a whopping six years. Speaking on the red carpet Capital Radio's Sian Welby let slip that the hitmaker had 'totally changed' her dressing room ahead of her performance. She told The Sun: 'We will do what we're told. When it comes to Mariah, she is the boss'. 'She's changed the whole dressing room to just be called Mimi's World. Doesn't even have Capital branding anymore. It's all her zone'. While in comparison, co-host Chris Stark added: 'Will Smith by the way is the most chilled, like he's just wandering around. He was in catering, he just went and sat himself down and got himself some food'. MailOnline have contacted Mariah's reps for comment. Last year MailOnline revealed how the star was living up to her diva reputation during her Christmas Time tour, according to sources who claimed she was 'being so extra.' Members of production were been 'asked not to speak or take photos with her' - while the star reportedly decreed that she would not embark on the tour with any 'unattractive dancers.' 'Mariah is just being so extra this year,' an insider told 'She is getting paid an insane amount of money. Rehearsals started at the end of September as she wants it to be the grandest tour yet. 'One of her requests was that her main backup dancers are all "hot" men. She did not want any unattractive dancers.' Elsewhere, the star made it clear that she doesn't care about costs after demanding a full glam squad for early rehearsals. The insider continued: 'She also requested hair and makeup for the rehearsals. 'Everyone who is directly involved in the production has been asked not to speak to Mariah or take photos with her.' During her set at Capital's Summertime Ball Mariah showed off her incredible physique in a figure-hugging black mini playsuit with black tights. Mariah closed the ball, and kicked off her setlist with her 1995 hit Fantasy, before Emotions and Hero.
