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After a year and a half of closures, one of Northern Ireland’s top hotel chains is reopening. After losing over £16 million in 2021, they face a massive challenge.

After a year and a half of closures, the family-run Hastings Hotels, one of Northern Ireland’s most luxurious hotel chains, have reopened their doors. Staff prepare to welcome back guests, but the group lost over £16 million in 2021 and, in this new world of hospitality, the challenges they face are massive.

Meanwhile, in Belfast, the iconic Europa Hotel is gearing up for a series of sold-out exclusive gigs by singer-songwriter Van Morrison. However, the event go-ahead relies on Covid restrictions lifting in time.

Across town, the new Grand Central Hotel desperately needs to start generating income to help recoup its £50 million+ building costs. Pastry chef Caitlin has her work cut out as they have a full house of afternoon teas, while bar manager Caelan helps promote a new tour for fans of the series Line of Duty, which was shot in Belfast.

The 5-star Culloden Hotel & Spa in County Down is also trying out a new money-spinner, with a double-decker champagne bus.

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Sun 28 Aug 2022 23:30

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  • Van Morrison

    Brown Eyed Girl

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Executive Producer David Cumming
Executive Producer Jannine Waddell

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