Travel Chapter acquires Beach Retreats

Reading Time: < 1 minuteUK: Beach Retreats, the self-catering holiday brand, has been acquired by Travel Chapter to support its growth and expand its service offering to property owners and guests. Previously owned by Watergate Bay Hotel, Beach Retreats manages a portfolio of over 230 coastal properties in Cornwall, all within walking distance of the beach. As part of […]
ASAP, PASC and ASSC strike alliance

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Trade bodies the Association of Serviced Apartment Providers (ASAP), the Professional Association of Self-Caterers UK (PASC UK), and the Association of Scotland’s Self-Caterers (ASSC) will work together to address legislative and regulatory challenges within the UK’s short-term and serviced accommodation sectors. The associations will maintain individual identities and member services while coordinating efforts on key legislative fronts where shared interests […]
Island Escapes acquired by Sapphire Holidays

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Marketing and property management service, Island Escapes, has been acquired by self-catering holiday letting agency, Sapphire Holidays Ltd. Island Escapes manages more than 150 holiday properties across the Isle of Man. The business will continue to operate under its existing brand identity from its Castletown base, with all staff remaining in place. Its founder, […]
RMS appoints new CFO to support global expansion

Reading Time: < 1 minuteUK: RMS, a global hospitality platform serving hotels, motels, serviced apartments, campgrounds and short-term rentals, has appointed Chetan Arjun as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) as part of its wider strategy to strengthen executive leadership and accelerate international growth. Arjun brings more than 20 years of experience across the technology and software sectors, including […]
Legionella warning issued for UK property managers

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Yesterday, UK hoteliers, holiday let owners and bed and breakfast operators were urged to prioritise Legionella risk control for the summer season, as Legionella cases in the UK have reached an all-time high. Legionnaires’ disease is a lung infection caused by inhaling droplets of water containing Legionella bacteria, which can be fatal. The bacteria […]
RMS and Right Revenue join forces to boost profits for hosts

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: RMS has partnered with Right Revenue to help short-term rentals, independent hotels, and serviced apartments boost profits.
Lighthouse launches Lighthouse Data Solutions DaaS platform

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Market intelligence platform Lighthouse has launched Lighthouse Data Solutions, a data-as-a-service (DaaS) platform designed for travel and hospitality businesses.
Livinc launches platform for flexible extended stays

Reading Time: 2 minutesLivinc has launched a new platform to simplify medium to long-term bookings for furnished accommodation
CamperDays adds new destinations and GBP booking for 2025

Reading Time: 2 minutesGermany: Campervan tour operator CamperDays has announced a series of expansion initiatives for 2025, including entry into the Swiss market, a new partnership with UK-based EasiCampers, and the introduction of GBP pricing options. The moves come as the company continues its push to increase global reach and streamline its booking experience for UK and international […]
HotelTonight offers Airbnb credit reward for travellers

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK / US: Hotel booking app HotelTonight has launched a new benefit allowing users to earn Airbnb credit for every stay booked through its app, as part of its HT Perks loyalty programme.