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A Northern Ireland luxury hotel chain tries to bounce back after Covid.

Time to check in. After Covid closures, a Northern Ireland luxury hotel chain reopens its doors. It's been a tough time for the hospitality industry - can they bounce back?

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The Hotel People: Series 1: Episode 1

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One of Northern Ireland’s top hotel chains reopens after a year and a half of closures.

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.

The Hotel People: Series 1

After a year and a half of closures, Hastings Hotels has reopened its doors.

After a year and a half of closures, the family-run Hastings Hotels, one of Northern Ireland's most luxurious hotel chains, has reopened its doors.

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