Marriott International announces its participation in Alibaba’s ‘Tmall Super Brand Day’ slated for 28th July 2018

Participation Marks an Innovative Hospitality Industry-First on China’s Largest Third-party Platform for Brands and Retailers Shanghai, China, 2018-Jul-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) today (07/25/2018) announced its inaugural participation in Alibaba’s ‘Tmall Super Brand Day’ slated for 28th July 2018, the first hospitality company to do so. Tmall is Alibaba’s Chinese-language e-commerce… Read the full press release

Wyndham Vacation Rentals meets the need for large home rental options in Gatlinburg, Tennessee with the opening of Cherokee Orchard

To meet the growing demand for large home rental options, the new neighborhood will feature eight big cabins with up to 20 bedrooms each, uniquely accommodating large groups of 500+ guests GATLINBURG, Tenn., 2018-Jul-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Vacation Rentals, North America’s largest professional manager of vacation rental properties and part of Wyndham Destinations (NYSE: WYND),… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces signing for the first Hyatt Regency hotel in Budapest, Hungary, expected to open in 2020

Hyatt Regency Budapest will mark the brand’s entry into the Hungarian capital CHICAGO, 2018-Jul-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (July 24, 2018) that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Városház Utca Projekt Ingatlanforgalmazó Kft. for the first Hyatt Regency hotel in Budapest, Hungary. The 231-room property… Read the full press release

North America: Tourism trends for 2018 and beyond

Today’s AP voice is from our VP of sales for North America, Viola Ncube. LONDON, UK, 2018-Jul-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The outlook for North America looks incredibly positive, which is sure to result in bountiful opportunities for independent hoteliers in the region. Despite constant political ups and downs, the US economy remains strong… Read the full press release

Tourism in the Asia Pacific: What to expect in 2018 and beyond

Today’s AP voice is from our VP of Sales for Asia and the Middle East, Michelle Low. LONDON, UK, 2018-Jul-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Unsurprisingly, strong economic growth across the Asia Pacific has gone hand in hand with a significant uptick in tourism, both inter-regional and international. In today’s post, I look at some… Read the full press release

BHMA Welcomes Peter Lucas as its New CEO and Harry Thaliwal as New Executive Vice President of Operations

BANGKOK, Thailand, 2018-Jul-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Peter Lucas has been appointed chief executive officer of the Flight Centre Travel Group’s (ASX: FLT) hotel management business, BHMA. Mr. Lucas is a highly experienced hotelier who has an extensive track record of operating hotels across Asia. Before joining BHMA, he was Boutique Corporation’s senior vice president… Read the full press release

IHG introduces Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants brand to Germany with the opening of Kimpton Frankfurt in 2023

InterContinental Hotels Group® (IHG®), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, will be bringing its rapidly expanding Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants brand to Germany in 2023 with the opening of Kimpton Frankfurt.  Denham, United Kingdom, 2018-Jul-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Set in a listed building of Junghofstrasse in Frankfurt’s city centre, the luxury boutique hotel will… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental brings its renowned levels of service to the Caribbean with the opening of Mandarin Oriental, Canouan

Hong Kong, 2018-Jul-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Canouan brings the Group’s renowned levels of service to the Caribbean for the first time. Located in St. Vincent and The Grenadines, the resort sits on an immaculate stretch of Godahl Beach that is protected by the Caribbean’s largest natural living coral reef, offering guests an… Read the full press release

Marriott to bring The Ritz-Carlton brand to New York City’s vibrant North of Madison Square Park

Project slated to set a new standard in contemporary luxury for hotel guests and residents in Manhattan’s dynamic NoMad district BETHESDA, MD, 2018-Jul-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) today (07/24/2018) announced that it has signed an agreement with luxury hospitality development firm Flag Luxury Group to bring The Ritz-Carlton brand to… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest Chef Concierge Peter Buday named President of Les Clef d’Or Hungary

Budapest, Hungary, 2018-Jul-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Peter Buday, Chef Concierge at Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest, is also the President of Les Clef d’Or Hungary, the local branch of the prestigious international organisation of concierges. Peter started at Four Seasons with the opening team of the Hotel, back in 2004, as a Reception Agent…. Read the full press release

Anantara Layan Phuket Resort launches a new pop-up beach bar in Phuket — The Mojito Factory

Bangkok, Thailand, 2018-Jul-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The Mojito, a much-loved classic cocktail originating from Cuba, is sashaying onto Layan Beach just in time for summer. Further enhancing the island life spirit, Anantara Layan Phuket Resort has just launched “The Mojito Factory, a new pop-up beach bar in Phuket. Situated on Phuket’s serene northwest coast… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Group partners with SOS Children’s Villages to help support children and young people

BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2018-Jul-24 — /Travel PR News/ — During its annual Community Action Month in June 2018, Radisson Hotel Group activated its global partnership with SOS Children’s Villages – carrying out more than 900 activities worldwide to help support children and young people. Radisson Hotel Group, one of the world’s largest and most dynamic hotel groups,… Read the full press release

Hyatt executed management and franchise contracts for nine hotels during May and June 2018

CHICAGO, 2018-Jul-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (July 23, 2018) announced executed management and franchise contracts for nine hotels. The executed contracts, which represent important expansion in key markets or markets in which Hyatt brands are under-represented, are for the following hotels: Hyatt Regency Hyatt Regency hotels and resorts offer a… Read the full press release

Katara Hospitality and AccorHotels create the number one sustainable hospitality fund dedicated to Africa

Doha, Qatar, 2018-Jul-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Katara Hospitality, a leading global hotel owner, developer and operator, based in Qatar, and AccorHotels, a world-leading travel & lifestyle group and digital innovator with a presence in 100 countries and c.4,500 hotels, announced the creation of an investment fund with a targeted investment capacity of over… Read the full press release

LUX* Resorts & Hotels announces further sustainable tourism developments in the Maldives

Belle Mare, Mauritius, 2018-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — LUX* Resorts & Hotels is set to significantly boost its green footprint, Travel Gold Life and Green Globe certifications with further sustainable tourism developments announced in the Maldives, following their Australian Roadshow 9-20 July. The new initiatives build on the brand’s global Tread Lightly program which targets a carbon… Read the full press release

Hawanawana Spa at Four Seasons Resort Lanai recognised with ISPA 2018 Innovate Award

Hawanawana Spa provides the ultimate spa experience Hawaii, Lanai, U.S.A., 2018-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Hawanawana Spa at Four Seasons Resort Lanai has been recognised by the International SPA Association (ISPA) with a 2018 Innovate Award. The ISPA Innovate Awards celebrate ISPA members’ creative solutions and products that help continue to move the spa industry forward. ISPA members determined… Read the full press release

IHG announces New Zealand’s first Hotel Indigo with the signing of Hotel Indigo Auckland scheduled to open in 2021

Denham, United Kingdom, 2018-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland will welcome New Zealand’s first Hotel Indigo to the neighbourhood in 2021, with IHG signing an agreement with Ninety Four Feet, an Australasian property development, investment, and construction company, to open Hotel Indigo Auckland. Uniquely, no two Hotel Indigo properties are the same, with each… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Doha names Jeff Rednour as General Manager

Four Seasons veteran takes the helm at the city’s most captivating property Doha, Qatar, 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Veteran Four Seasons hotel executive Jeff Rednour has been appointed General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Doha.  In his new role, Rednour will be responsible in overseeing the award-winning 232-room luxury property. “Jeff is an ideal choice to… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle appoints Tori Boos as new Director of Marketing

Seattle, U.S.A., 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Seattle has welcomed the return of Tori Boos to Four Seasons as the Five-Star Hotel’s new Director of Marketing. Boos’ accomplishments with various hotel brands include exceeding business goals; curating unique experiences; and bringing dynamic sales and marketing strategies to life. “From the moment you reach out… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas names Michaelyn Bradford as the new Head Golf Professional at TPC Four Seasons

Michaelyn Bradford joins the Four Seasons Dallas team as TPC head golf professional, only female head pro in the TPC network Dallas, U.S.A., 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — When you know you’ve found the right person for the job, the stars align for the individual and the company.  Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at… Read the full press release

IHG announces Kimpton® Tokyo Shinjuku slated to open in 2020

Denham, United Kingdom, 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Travellers to Tokyo looking for the ultimate boutique hotel experience will have their wishes granted in 2020 with the opening of Kimpton® Tokyo Shinjuku by IHG and TSUKADA GLOBAL HOLDINGS Inc. The 162-room bespoke hotel will feature bold, playful design, award-winning dining and unique amenities, with three… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the opening of Hyatt Regency Zhenjiang China

CHICAGO, 2018-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (July 18, 2018) the opening of Hyatt Regency Zhenjiang in East China’s Jiangsu province. Set atop the East Tower of Suning Plaza, the highest skyscraper in Zhenjiang, the 318-room Hyatt Regency hotel is set to provide travelers and locals alike with a fresh perspective of… Read the full press release

Luggage storage start-up Stasher wins top prize in Hotel Jumpstart

Luggage storage start-up Stasher wins top prize in Hotel Jumpstart Leading travel tech start-up programme led by Expedia Affiliate Network and Hotels.com   London, UK , 2018-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Luggage storage start-up, Stasher, has won Hotel Jumpstart, a mentorship-driven accelerator programme for innovative travel tech start-ups led by Expedia Affiliate Network (EAN) and… Read the full press release

Hyatt Hotels launches an extended way for eligible World of Hyatt members to earn and redeem points on experiences

Now travel adds up to even more, with exclusive experiences from the World of Hyatt loyalty program designed to help members feel their best through exploration and self-discovery CHICAGO, 2018-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of its ongoing commitment to caring for guests’ wellbeing, Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (July 18, 2018) announced the launch… Read the full press release

Radisson Hospitality signs for new Radisson Blu Hotel, Prague in Czech Republic, scheduled to open in 2019

BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2018-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hospitality AB, publicly listed on Nasdaq Stockholm, Sweden, and part of Radisson Hotel Group™, is proud to announce the signing of the new Radisson Blu Hotel, Prague in Czech Republic. The upper upscale branded hotel will complement our Park Inn Hotel Prague – a city that is consistently ranked as one of the top 10 destinations in… Read the full press release

Oakwood opens serviced apartment in Nishi-Shinjuku, Tokyo

TOKYO, 2018-Jul-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Apartments Nishi-Shinjuku, Tokyo opened yesterday with 40 fully furnished serviced apartments in the heart of Shinjuku. Centrally located in the western Shinjuku area, Oakwood Apartments Nishi-Shinjuku, Tokyo is ideal for business and leisure travelers seeking accommodations for mid- to long-term stays. With access to two subway lines… Read the full press release

Razak Ahmad to bring his signature luxury flower displays to Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Designer partners with hotel to transform the guest experience and showcase his signature blossoms Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2018-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur announces a partnership with acclaimed floral designer Razak Ahmad, overseeing all floral designs for the all-new ultra-luxurious Hotel, which opened on July 1, 2018.  As the city’s most celebrated floral… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay welcomes its new Hotel Manager Jason Rodgers

Veteran hotelier joins the team of the city’s 51-storey luxury beach resort Bahrain Bay, Bahrain, 2018-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay announces the appointment of Jason Rodgers as Hotel Manager of the landmark urban hotel that recently transformed into a fully-fledged island resort with the addition of The Four Seasons Beach. A 20-year veteran… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts veteran Mohamed Elbanna promoted to Senior General Manager

Managing Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach and overseeing the development of Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Fort Lauderdale Palm Beach, U.S.A., 2018-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts veteran Mohamed Elbanna has been promoted to Senior General Manager, continuing his management of Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach while now also overseeing the development of… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti names Lucas Julien-Vauzelle as Executive Chef

Serengeti, Tanzania, 2018-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Not many chefs can boast a dining setting as inspiring as the Serengeti savannah, but that is exactly what welcomes Lucas Julien-Vauzelle with his appointment as Executive Chef at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti. A culinary-lover since his earliest days, Lucas is also a world traveller, having worked across no… Read the full press release