Dec 20, 2009

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-12-20

More backlash over Toyata's social media approach – this time video accused of sexism & incestuous overtones. http://ow.ly/LDwO # Vaccine candy at Zurich Airport – basically candy in a syringe – not sure what that teaches kids! http://twitpic.com/te7av # Vienna Airport sex shop – can't see an Australian airport ever doing this http://twitpic.com/td8oo # Hair... read more

Dec 11, 2009

Turquoise 2010 colour of the year

Pantone are pretty good at picking colour trends or perhaps its just that people follow what they say and therefore create products in those colours.  Either way we’re likely to see lots of turquoise in 2010, both in products and retail outlets. “Turquoise evokes thoughts of soothing, tropical waters and a languorous, effective escape from the everyday troubles of the world, while at the same... read more

Jun 23, 2009

Goldfish Hotel opens at Schipol

You read it right, Schipol Airport has opened a “goldfish hotel”. Now I know I’m the first to complain about the lack of innovation in airport retail offerings so I suppose I should applaud the creativity in this concept, but I’m afraid I’m left scratching my head on the commerciality of it. Are goldfish really that big in Amsterdam? Anyway, onto the offer. The hotel is... read more

Jun 15, 2009

Mini-bars aren’t what they used to be

The days of hotel minibars stocking overpriced softdrinks and miniature spirits are thankfully passing. These days you see a surprising range of things in your minibar – some which make you scratch your head, some that are a pleasant surprise. No discussion of minibars however can proceed without stating my pet hate – computerised minibars where you get charged for even moving that can of coke... read more

Jun 12, 2009

Missoni Oman announced

The opening of Missoni Hotel Edinburgh was so successful that they’ve announced yet another location – Oman – The Hotel Missoni Jebel Sifah. Its going to have 250 guestrooms and 50 apartments/villas as well as a private beach and the manditory spa, restaurants, tennis courts and a ballroom. The adjacent community will also have a marina & golf course. Smart idea to add a beach... read more