Opportunity abounds in African apart-hotel sector Published by Staff Writer on 3 August 2018 While the apartment hotel space is relatively new territory in Africa, with only a handful of significant players, great possibilities exist.
Building hotels in Africa: Radisson owner identifies its top cities Published by Kate Douglas on 17 March 2017 Carlson Rezidor aims to have hotels in Africa’s major commercial hubs to cater for regional business travellers.
Why a Radisson Blu room in Rwanda costs more than in China Published by Kate Douglas on 7 March 2017 We talk to Carlson Rezidor’s Andrew McLachlan about what is driving up the cost of hotel rooms in Africa.
Hotel real estate assets are catching the eye of African pension funds Published by Kate Douglas on 22 February 2017 Hotel operator Carlson Rezidor is in talks with a handful of pension funds across the continent.
Brazzaville hotel: Radisson Blu targeting Central Africa business travellers Published by Kate Douglas on 11 September 2015 “Your demand and ramp-up factor in a market like this is far greater than it would be in say Sandton,” says the group’s Andrew McLachlan.
South Africa dominates ranking of continent’s top airports Published by Jaco Maritz on 25 April 2014 South Africa may no longer be Africa’s biggest economy but its airports are still the best in the continent.
Hotel group sees opportunities in Africa’s emerging industrial towns Published by Kate Douglas on 17 July 2013 Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, with brands such as Radisson Blu, has identified a number of African cities with strong business potential.
Meet the Boss: Andrew McLachlan, VP, business development Africa, Carlson Rezidor Published by Kate Douglas on 12 July 2013 “I never give up and never ever surrender.”
Hotel developments in Africa – more business, less play Published by Jaco Maritz on 18 September 2012 Why the development and operation of business hotels is a better opportunity in Africa compared to leisure resorts.
