2011
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December 12, 2011
One million Brits have done the ‘Walk of Shame’ at Christmas
Hotels.com study reveals 45-54 year olds are the most likely to have done the ‘walk of shame’ or sleep in the office after their work Christmas party*
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December 5, 2011
PA’s Insider Guide reveals the top tips and tricks to bagging a great travel deal
Current economic climate sees companies looking for clever ways to keep travel costs down.
Hotels.com launches PA’s Insider Guide to enable PA’s to get the best deal on travel arrangements. -
November 18, 2011
Parlay voo onglaze?
Brits ‘terribles’ at foreign languages, with 19% unable to even translate “bonjour”
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October 20, 2011
HOLIDAY R’O.A.P’MANCE
Holiday romance is alive and well, with the over 55’s leading the way
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October 13, 2011
X Factor marks the spot
Tourism surge as X Factor leaves fans starry-eyed and going in search of their favourite Judges
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September 30, 2011
London Olympic fans urged to book hotels now to save cash
New Hotels.com report reveals impact of major sporting events on prices
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Hotels.com adds new iPad apps to its mobile portfolio
London, 29 September 2011: Hotels.com, the world’s leading hotel booking website, has launched a new specially-designed iPad application available for free download
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September 23, 2011
Domestic Tourism on the rise across Europe
No UK destinations feature on European wishlists-
European visitors seem to be turning their holiday attentions away from Great Britain as they look to holiday within their own borders, according to data released today by Hotels.com.
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September 13, 2011World events lead to dramatic swings in hotel prices
Political and natural events strongly impact room rates in first half of 2011, says new Hotels.com Hotel Price Index™ (HPI®)
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Irish Hotel market showing signs of recovery
Average room rates rise 2% in first six months of 2011
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September 9, 2011
Holidaying High-Flyers
Kate Moss crowned top ‘Celebrity Holidayer’ by Hotels.com
English supermodel Kate Moss has been crowned the top ‘Celebrity Holidayer’ according to recent research by Hotels.com which today reveals the biggest jet-setting celebrities of 2011. The hotel expert has identified a top ten, crowning the 37 year-old as the top holidaying high-flyer in light of the amount spent on hotel rooms1, number of holiday’s taken2 and total miles travelled3 in this year alone.
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September 2, 2011
Mobile hotel bookings ‘on the fly’
New viral video demonstrates speed and ease of hotel bookings with new Hotels.com app
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September 1, 2011
Brits hit by Rugby World Cup fever!
Hotels.com reports over 360% increases in searches to some Rugby World Cup destinations
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August 23, 2011
The Inbetweeners Effect
Tourism surge as Brits follow The Inbetweeners to Malia
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August 22, 2011
All hail the London Taxi
London does it again as travellers rank iconic black cabs as best in the world
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August 10, 2011
EU must be joking!
England has the least number of paid and public holidays across Europe
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August 2, 2011
Mobile hotel bookings ‘on the fly’
New viral video demonstrates speed and ease of hotel bookings with new Hotels.com app
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July 26, 2011
Hotel prices could rise 30 – 50% during London 2012
With exactly one year to go until the Olympic Games in London in 2012, visitors to the sporting extravaganza could see hotel prices rise between 30-50% over the coming month, industry insiders have said at this stage in the proceedings.
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July 25, 2011
Travel Rush Tuesday!
Hotels.com predicts, Tuesday 2nd August will be the busiest day for Brits looking to book their summer holidays
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July 14, 2011
The ‘Full English’ Crowned World’s Favourite Breakfast
Even the French are fanatical for fry-ups, global survey by Hotels.com reveal
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July 12, 2011
Festival ‘Hamping’!
Hotels.com identifies a rise in ‘hotel-camping’ during festival season
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May 24, 2011Brits Set To Holiday In Hogwarts?
Fictional tourism on the rise as 70% of Brits mistake fictional television settings for genuine towns!
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May 23, 2011
Brits Pay More For Hotels Abroad Than At Home
UK travellers spend £95 a night on rooms overseas, says new Hotels.com Hotel Price Index™
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May 19, 2011
Hotels.com Launches “Great Escapes” Ad Blitz
Hotels.com has stepped up its advertising campaign with an animated commercial promoting its Great Escapes holiday sale.
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May 9, 2011
Weight For It – A World First In Exercise
Hotels.com launches the ‘luggage workout’ as it is revealed that Brits burn nearly 5001 calories before even arriving at their holiday destination
Brits burn more calories en route to their holiday destinations than an intensive one2 hour cardio work-out in a gym, new research from Hotels.com reveals. As busy Brits struggle to fit exercise into their hectic lifestyles, many don’t realise how easy it is to incorporate a workout into their everyday lives.
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May 8, 2011
World Cup Price Woe Faces Football Fans
Hotel rates in venue countries rocketing, says new Hotels.com Hotel Price Index™
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May 7, 2011
Queen’s Visit And Low Prices Make Emerald Isle A Gem Of A Destination For UK Visitors
The Queen’s visit and lower hotel prices in Ireland have led to a wave of Britons searching for trips to the Emerald Isle, says Hotels.com.
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May 3, 2011
Kate and Will spark copycat holiday craze
Searches for the Seychelles and Isle of Anglesey up 96% and 59% respectively
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May 1, 2011
“Where to go on honeymoon?” – the big question for Kate and William Hotels.com has the answers…
Speculation is already mounting as to where Kate Middleton and Prince William are going to spend the first few weeks of their new life together when they get married next year.
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April 23, 2011
Oh Brits do like to be beside the seaside!
Hotels.com identifies a rise in the “Vintage Vacation”
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April 21, 2011
Still Room At The Inn For Royal Wedding Visitors
London hotels in bid to attract last-minute bookings for April 29 as British interest in hot spot of Ibiza soars
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April 16, 2011
Have-it-all Holidays!
Hotels.com reveals a growing demand for dynamic travel destinations as Brits ditch one-dimensional holidays
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April 15, 2011
Happy Hamping!
Hotels.com and Marriott transform hotel rooftops into campsites across London in response to overwhelming demand for hotel rooms over the Royal Wedding period
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April 12, 2011
New York Top Destination For Big-spending UK Travellers
Britons lap up the high life in the Big Apple despite 12% rise in hotel prices, says Hotels.com new Hotel Price Index™
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April 1, 2011
UK Travellers Hit In The Pocket As Hotel Prices Rise Across The World
Muscat most expensive city; eastern Europe offers great value, says new Hotels.com Hotel Price Index™
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March 27, 2011
London Hotel Prices Surge By 10%
Average room rate in the capital costs £114, says Hotels.com Hotel Price Index™
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March 23, 2011
Premier League Fans Send Prices Surging For Midlands Hotels
Regional hotels still offer good value, says Hotels.com Hotel Price Index™
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March 21, 2011
Belfast: The UK’s Cheapest Capital For Hotels
New Hotels.com Hotel Price Index™ reveals average room rate of £68
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March 17, 2011
Football Fans Help Boost Norwich Hotel Prices By 38% In A Year
Biggest price increase in the UK, says new Hotels.com HPI®
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March 14, 2011
Lake District Hotel Prices Surge As Britons Opt For Holidays At Home
Average UK room rate increases just 2% in 2010, says Hotels.com latest HPI®
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March 13, 2011
St Andrews Becomes “Most Expensive” Place For Hotels In The UK
Average room rate in university town hits £162, says Hotels.com’s new HPI®
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March 10, 2011
England Fans Score A Try With Six Nations Prices
Hotels.com reveals the costs associated with supporting national teams in this year’s Six Nations
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March 7, 2011
Staycations Boost Southern England Hotel Prices
Increased demand sees increases in popular destinations , says Hotels.com new HPI®
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March 3, 2011
Staycation Britons Enjoy Below-Inflation Hotel Room Price Rise
Average UK room rate increases just 2% in 2010, says Hotels.com new HPI®
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Back in Business
Return of business and convention travel helps boost global hotel prices, says new Hotels.com HPI®
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March 1, 2011
Hotel Prices Fall In Major Welsh Cities
Cheaper accommodation on offer in Cardiff and Swansea, says new Hotels.com Hotel Price Index™
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February 12, 2011
Celebs lead rise of the ‘Breakcation’
Hotels.com reveals latest travel trend
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February 4, 2011
Hotels.com to sponsor ‘Travel on 4’
London, 04 February 2011… Channel 4 and leading hotel booking website, Hotels.com, have today signed an agreement to sponsor Channel 4’s new programming strand, ‘Travel on 4’.
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February 2, 2011
Brits look closer to home for their summer breaks
Brits are looking closer to home when planning their summer getaway, the latest search data from Hotels.com has revealed.
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February 1, 2011
The Only Way REALLY Is Essex
Tourism surge as Brits seek to experience what Essex has to offer.
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January 18, 2011
Cost Of Business Travel Essentials Soars Past £1,400
Hotels.com launches new “Carry-on Bag Index”
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January 11, 2011
Sunbathing & Star Gazing
Celebrity holiday destinations surge as Brits seek copycat holidays
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January 3, 2011
Tourists still in search of Middle Eastern Promise
Syria has topped the list of fastest rising destinations in January 2011, experiencing an increase in hotel searches in January of 486% when compared with the same time last year, according to figures released today by Hotels.com.
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January 1, 2011
Passport to the Stars
With a raft of celebrities set to depart British shores for sunnier climates this Christmas, Hotels.com has compiled a list of celebrity holiday hotspots where visitors could expect to share a Christmas cocktail with the rich and famous.
