Erica Rich

England

Deputy Editor at Aspire Travel Club

Deputy Editor @AspireTravel | Previously @MetroUK @WomensFitnessUK @CoverMediaNews

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Plans unveiled for first ‘Ikos Grand Resort’

3 weeks ago | travelweekly.co.uk | Erica Rich

Sani/Ikos Group has confirmed plans to open its “most expansive Ikos property to date” following the acquisition of three hotels in Halkidiki, Greece. The luxury all-inclusive hotel operator has pledged €400 million to redevelop Athos Palace, Pallini Beach and Theophano Imperial, transforming the 40-acre site into Ikos Kassandra, the first ‘Ikos Grand Resort’.
Elegant Resorts trade sales for peaks up 14%, says new MD

1 month ago | travelweekly.co.uk | Erica Rich

Trade sales for Elegant Resorts for the first 10 weeks of the year are up 14% compared with the same period in 2024. New managing director Gordon McCreadie said bookings through agents and Elegant Resorts’ Private Travel Designers team – which together account for about 30% of the operator’s total sales – were “outperforming” other channels. “As a business we’re trading at +10% so trade’s outperforming the other channels which is really great to see,” he said.
Domes Resorts promotes Penny Naoum to UK and Ireland sales and marketing director

1 month ago | travelweekly.co.uk | Erica Rich

Domes Resorts has promoted Penny Naoum to director of sales and marketing for the UK and Ireland. The luxury hotel brand said the newly created role underscored its commitment to strengthening its presence and fostering growth in the market. In her new role, Naoum said she would be focused on “deeper market penetration and a tailored approach to offerings in the UK and Ireland”.
Swan Hellenic opens sales for 2026-27 Antarctic sailings

1 month ago | aspiretravelclub.co.uk | Ben Ireland |Erica Rich |HR Brader |Samantha Mayling

ao linkSwan Hellenic opens sales for 2026-27 Antarctic sailingsCruiseFeb 28, 2025by News DeskThe line will operate 24 cruises on Vega and Dianabookmark_borderSave to Library Swan Hellenic has started taking bookings for its 24 Antarctic cruises in 2026-27. Vega and Diana, which accommodate 152 and 192 passengers respectively, will operate a range of nine to 13-night round-trip departures between them from their homeport of Ushuaia in Argentina.
Silversea reintroduces trade recognition programme

1 month ago | aspiretravelclub.co.uk | Ben Ireland |Erica Rich |HR Brader |Charlotte Brook

ao linkSilversea reintroduces trade recognition programmeCruiseFeb 28, 2025by News DeskAgents nominated will have the chance to win a place on a Silver Ray sailingbookmark_borderSave to Library Silversea has relaunched its agent recognition programme for 2025. The line’s regional sales team members will put forward between 10 and 12 agents each month for the Advocate Programme.
Review: Uncover unchecked opulence at Bvlgari Hotel Roma

1 month ago | aspiretravelclub.co.uk | Erica Rich

xYou are viewing 1 of the 2 articles available without registering. To continue reading register for free to help you get the most from Aspire Travel Club, or if you’re already a member loginThe property has swiftly become one of Rome’s most coveted addressesbookmark_borderSave to Library Location: Situated on the corner of Piazza Augusto Imperatore in the Campo Marzio area, a few steps from the River Tiber, Bvlgari Hotel Roma serves as an excellent base for exploring the Eternal City.
Mandarin Oriental expands footprint in China

1 month ago | aspiretravelclub.co.uk | Charlotte Brook |Ian Taylor |Laura French |Erica Rich

Property in Suzhou slated to open in 2026 bookmark_borderSave to Library Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is set to expand its footprint in China with a new property in Suzhou. Located in the city’s Central Business District on the east bank of Jinji Lake, Mandarin Oriental Suzhou will feature 146 rooms and suites. The property will have three restaurants, including an outdoor venue with views of Jinji Lake, as well as a lounge, bar and cake shop.
Review: A remote Greek island escape at Gundari

2 months ago | aspiretravelclub.co.uk | Erica Rich |Isobel Turner

ao linkxYou are viewing 1 of the 2 articles available without registering. To continue reading register for free to help you get the most from Aspire Travel Club, or if you’re already a member loginThis property is the first and only luxury boutique resort on the isle of Folegandros bookmark_borderSave to Library Location: Gundari is the first and only luxury boutique resort on Folegandros, one of four islands that make up the southern Cyclades.
Minor Hotels reports record-breaking profits for 2024

2 months ago | aspiretravelclub.co.uk | Phil Davies |Ian Taylor |Laura French |Erica Rich

ao linkMinor Hotels reports record-breaking profits for 2024HotelsFeb 18, 2025by Phil DaviesGroup hit a 16% increase in profits from the previous yearbookmark_borderSave to Library Minor Hotels achieved record profits of almost £120 million in 2024. The figure was 16% up on the previous year and came as revenue rose by 9% to £3.1 billion.
Sani Resort unveils expansion plans for 2025

2 months ago | aspiretravelclub.co.uk | Isobel Turner |Ian Taylor |Laura French |Erica Rich

Developments will include new suites at Sani Asterias and a new restaurantbookmark_borderSave to Library Sani Resort has released details of its expansion and renovation plans for the year. As part of the developments, Sani Asterias (pictured) will undergo an extensive renovation in time for the summer season.