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What Contractors Miss Most When Working Away — And How Serviced Accommodation Helps

What Contractors Miss Most When Working Away — And How Serviced Accommodation He...

Working away from home sounds straightforward on paper. Turn up. Get the job done. Head back when the project finishes. But ask any contrac...

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Ryan Luke

March 3, 2026
Why the North East Is Ideal for Long-Term Contractor Stays

Why the North East Is Ideal for Long-Term Contractor Stays

And Why More Companies Are Choosing Luke Stays for Reliable, Comfortable Accommodation When it comes to long-term contractor accommodation ...

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Ryan Luke

March 2, 2026
How Large Homes in the North East Can Attract Year-Round Contractor Bookings

How Large Homes in the North East Can Attract Year-Round Contractor Bookings

Discover how large serviced homes in Newcastle, Gateshead, Durham and Sunderland attract year-round contractor bookings. Spacious, cost-eff...

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Ryan Luke

February 27, 2026
Shared Living, Private Bedrooms: The Perfect Setup for Working Teams

Shared Living, Private Bedrooms: The Perfect Setup for Working Teams

When companies book accommodation for working teams, they’re not just reserving beds — they’re investing in productivity, morale, and relia...

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Ryan Luke

February 26, 2026
The Real Cost of Contractor Accommodation: Hotels vs Serviced Homes

The Real Cost of Contractor Accommodation: Hotels vs Serviced Homes

Introduction: Are Hotels Really the Cheaper Option? When companies arrange accommodation for contractors working away from home, hotels are...

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Ryan Luke

February 15, 2026

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How Infrastructure & Construction Projects Drive Accommodation Demand

How Infrastructure & Construction Projects Drive Accommodation Demand

And Why Serviced Accommodation Is the Smart Choice for Contractors Introduction: Building the UK — One Project at a Time Across the UK, cra...

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Ryan Luke

February 23, 2026
What Property Owners Often Overlook When Targeting Contractor Lets

What Property Owners Often Overlook When Targeting Contractor Lets

(And How Getting It Right Can Unlock Longer Stays, Fewer Voids & Better Returns) Contractor lets are often described as the holy grail ...

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Ryan Luke

February 22, 2026
The Growing Demand for Contractor Accommodation in Newcastle & Surrounding Areas

The Growing Demand for Contractor Accommodation in Newcastle & Surrounding Areas

If you work with contractors, project managers, or workforce coordinators in the North East, you’ve probably noticed a clear shift over the...

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Ryan Luke

February 21, 2026
From Shift Work to Downtime: How Space Impacts Contractor Wellbeing

From Shift Work to Downtime: How Space Impacts Contractor Wellbeing

Introduction: Why Where Contractors Stay Matters More Than Ever For contractors working long shifts, early starts, night work, and rotating...

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Ryan Luke

February 20, 2026
More Than a Bed: What Makes a Great Contractor Stay

More Than a Bed: What Makes a Great Contractor Stay

Introduction: Contractors Need More Than Somewhere to Sleep When contractors book accommodation, they aren’t looking for a luxury spa break...

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Ryan Luke

February 19, 2026

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10 Benefits of Owning A Serviced Accommodation Franchise Business Versus Starting Up On Your Own

10 Benefits of Owning A Serviced Accommodation Franchise Business Versus Startin...

Serviced accommodation is becoming increasingly popular as more people opt for short-term rentals over hotels. This trend has opened up a n...

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Ryan Luke

November 19, 2024
Why Franchises Are the Future of Serviced Accommodation

Why Franchises Are the Future of Serviced Accommodation

In recent years, serviced accommodation has emerged as a popular alternative to traditional hotels, providing guests with more space, priva...

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Ryan Luke

November 19, 2024
What Can Serviced Accommodation Business Owners Learn from the New Madoff Documentary on Netflix?

What Can Serviced Accommodation Business Owners Learn from the New Madoff Docume...

What Can Serviced Accommodation Business Owners Learn from the New Madoff Documentary on Netflix?    Disclaimer: This article contains...

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Neely Khan

January 17, 2023
Why Serviced Apartments will Wipe the Floor with Hotels in 2023

Why Serviced Apartments will Wipe the Floor with Hotels in 2023

The change in traveller behaviour since the pandemic of 2020 is likely to be bad news for the hotel industry. Research shows that more and ...

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Neely Khan

October 29, 2022
“Stronger Together”: Collaborative Success in the Property Industry

“Stronger Together”: Collaborative Success in the Property Industry

I recently read an insightful article on Forbes that compared teamwork in business to the Thunderbirds program. Essentially, it was trying ...

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Ryan Luke

July 7, 2022

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