Category Archives: Hotels

Dusit International Founder and Honorary Chairperson Thanpuying Chanut Piyaoui honored with SHTM Lifetime Achievement Award

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Accolade marks 70 years of hospitality excellence. BANGKOK, Thailand, 2018-Jul-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Thanpuying Chanut Piyaoui, Founder and Honorary Chairperson of Dusit International, one of Thailand’s foremost hotel and property development companies, has received the prestigious SHTM Lifetime Achievement Award from the School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) of The Hong Kong… Read the full press release

Deutsche Hospitality donates €60,000 through its 1×1 donation project to fund the building of a school in Enugu, Nigeria

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Deutsche Hospitality is showing its continued strong commitment to social projects by using donations to fund the building of a private school in Enugu, Nigeria. Main, Germany, 2018-Jul-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The school will be able to accommodate up to 300 pupils, and the company has already handed over a cheque for €60,000… Read the full press release

HSMAI now accepting entries for its 2018 Adrian Awards

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McLean, VA, 2018-Jul-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) is officially accepting entries for its 2018 Adrian Awards, celebrating excellence in travel marketing. Now in their 62nd year, the Adrian Awards recognize standout brands and agencies for their innovation and creativity in hospitality advertising, digital marketing, and public relations campaigns. “The… Read the full press release

Representative Joyce, AHLA, the Ohio Hotel & Lodging Association and local hoteliers discuss issues facing the industry

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Ohio Hotels Generate $25B in Economic Activity Independence, Ohio, 2018-Jul-05 — /Travel PR News/ — U.S. Representative David Joyce (R-Ohio 14) last week toured the SpringHill Suites Cleveland Independence as part of the American Hotel & Lodging Association’s (AHLA) “Heart of the House” hotel tour program to meet with hotel employees and see firsthand the career… Read the full press release

Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko named “Bulgaria’s Leading Hotel 2018” by World Travel Awards for the second consecutive year

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Bansko, Bulgaria, 2018-Jul-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko has been awarded for a second consecutive year as “Bulgaria’s Leading Hotel 2018” by World Travel Awards. The online votes were cast by professionals working within the tourism industry and by the public on the organisation’s official website. This year’s red-carpet ceremony took… Read the full press release

Park Inn by Radisson Amsterdam City West, in The Netherlands features world-renowned designer Karim Rashid’s signature color scheme

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2018-Jul-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The world-renowned designer Karim Rashid, who has created several iconic prizeotels across Germany, is helping us add a whole new dimension to Amsterdam. Welcome to the Park Inn by Radisson Amsterdam City West, in The Netherlands. The hotel’s 476 rooms and suites feature Karim Rashid’s signature color scheme;… Read the full press release

Radisson announces The Radisson Hotel & Apartments Abidjan Plateau, Ivory Coast scheduled to open in 2021

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2018-Jul-05 — /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 a new Radisson hotel in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. The Radisson Hotel & Apartments Abidjan Plateau signing brings the group’s Africa portfolio to 86 hotels and almost… Read the full press release

Wyndham Destinations reopens Margaritaville Vacation Club® by Wyndham resort in St. Thomas following 2017 hurricanes

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Company supports restoration of tourism following 2017 hurricanes ORLANDO, Fla. and CHARLOTTE AMALIE, Virgin Islands, 2018-Jul-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Destinations (NYSE:WYND), the world’s largest vacation ownership and exchange company, today (June 29, 2018 ) announced the reopening of its Margaritaville Vacation Club® by Wyndham resort on the island of St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The… Read the full press release

IHG closes acquisition of 51% stake in Regent Hotels & Resorts

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InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is pleased to confirm that its acquisition of a 51% stake in Regent Hotels & Resorts (‘Regent’) has now completed. Denham, United Kingdom, 2018-Jul-03 — /Travel PR News/ — The 51% interest has been acquired for $39 million in cash, payable in three tranches of $13 million. $13 million was paid… Read the full press release

Hilton Short Hills welcomes Paul Marsico as its new Director of Sales and Marketing

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15-year Hilton Hotels & Resorts Veteran and Hospitality Professional SHORT HILLS, NJ, 2018-Jul-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Short Hills is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Marsico as the hotel’s new Director of Sales and Marketing. Paul Marsico most recently served as Director of Sales and Marketing of Embassy Suites by Hilton Parsippany. “We… Read the full press release

Emaar Hospitality Group in partnership with Kalyan Group to operate Address Hotel 2 Février Lomé Togo in Sub-Saharan Africa

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Strong synergies of Kalyan, Emaar and the Republic of Togo is poised to set the gold standard for hospitality in Sub-Saharan Africa and beyond Newly branded Address Hotel 2 Février Lomé to open shortly in Togo assuring the exceptional hospitality standards set by the brand 30-storey landmark property to be managed by premium lifestyle hotel… Read the full press release

Wharf Hotels appoints Sandy Russell as Vice President, Sales & Marketing

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Hong Kong, 2018-Jul-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Wharf Hotels has announced the appointment of Ms Sandy Russell as Vice President, Sales & Marketing to lead the group’s corporate sales and marketing.  Overseeing the hospitality management company’s robust division, Sandy will spearhead revenue optimisation and distribution initiatives alongside global sales and marketing to strategically build… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Group strengthens partnership with Hainan Airlines

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2018-Jul-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group announces a new strategic partnership with Hainan Airlines, China’s leading five-star carrier. The two companies share many synergies, and are part of the same “family of brands”: Hainan Airlines is owned by HNA Group, a China-based Fortune Global 500 company which is also a majority owner… Read the full press release

The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Atlanta and Aromatherapy Associates partner to offer new treatments and products

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Hong Kong, 2018-Jul-02 — /Travel PR News/ — The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Atlanta is delighted to introduce treatments and products through a partnership with Aromatherapy Associates. For more than 30 years, Aromatherapy Associates has specialized in the development and healing power of a natural results-driven skincare line, using the finest natural ingredients and purest extracts and… Read the full press release

Experience Bavaria’s world-famous beer festival in style with Mandarin Oriental, Munich

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Hong Kong, 2018-Jul-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Munich is offering guests again the opportunity to experience Bavaria’s world-famous beer festival in style this autumn. Guests booking the Celebrate Oktoberfest Package will enjoy luxurious accommodation, Bavarian gourmet treats, an exclusive vintage bus ride from the hotel to the event, and much sought-after access to the famous Schützen-Festzelttent…. Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group announces Mandarin Oriental, Grand Cayman scheduled to open in 2021

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Hong Kong, 2018-Jul-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage a luxury resort and residences on Grand Cayman in the Caribbean, currently scheduled to open in 2021. Mandarin Oriental, Grand Cayman will be an exclusive 100-room beachfront resort with 89 branded Residences at Mandarin Oriental. Located 15 minutes from… Read the full press release

Anantara Hotels and Resorts to open its third property in Vietnam this Autumn 2018

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Bangkok, Thailand, 2018-Jul-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Adding a third property to its portfolio of luxury resorts in Vietnam, Anantara Hotels and Resorts has announced the development of its newest villa retreat which is scheduled to open in late November 2018. Located in a secluded bay in south central Vietnam, Anantara Quy Nhon Villas will… Read the full press release

Autograph Collection Hotels announces the opening of Eugenia de Montijo situated in UNESCO World Heritage site of Toledo, Spain

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TOLEDO, Spain, 2018-Jul-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Autograph Collection Hotels, Marriott International’s distinctive collection of passionately independent hotels, has unveiled its latest property with the opening of Eugenia de Montijo, situated in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Toledo in Spain. Inspired by the building’s impressive heritage, the hotel fits perfectly… Read the full press release

TravelClick selected by New Zealand’s Largest Independent Hotel Group to Maximize Bookings and Drive More Revenue

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NEW YORK, 2018-Jul-02 — /Travel PR News/ — TravelClick, a leading global provider of data and revenue-generating solutions for hoteliers, today announced Scenic Hotel Group, New Zealand’s largest locally owned hotel group, has adopted TravelClick’s award-winning iHotelier® Booking Engine 4.0, part of TravelClick’s Central Reservations System (CRS). Working with TravelClick, Scenic Hotel Group is able to maximize… Read the full press release

Chase Card Services and Hyatt Hotels Corporation announce the launch of the new World of Hyatt Credit Card

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More ways for cardmembers to be rewarded for how they live, work and travel, including benefits for staying healthy CHICAGO, 2018-Jul-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Chase Card Services (NYSE:JPM) and Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (June 28, 2018) announced the launch of the new World of Hyatt Credit Card, designed to reward today’s travelers for… Read the full press release

The Torridon achieves a 5 Star Gold award from VisitScotland

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2018-Jun-29 — /Travel PR News/ — A Highland hotel set on the edge of a sea loch with beautiful views of the Torridon mountains has achieved VisitScotland’s most prestigious Quality Assurance (QA) accolade. The Torridon has achieved a 5 Star Gold award from the national tourism organisation. The beautiful property comprises 18 luxury… Read the full press release

Marriott International acquires the 1,000-room Sheraton Grand Phoenix hotel for $255 million

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BETHESDA, MD, 2018-Jun-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced that it has purchased the 1,000-room Sheraton Grand Phoenix hotel for $255 million. Marriott has plans for a significant renovation covering the downtown Phoenix hotel’s guest rooms and public space to transform the property into a cutting-edge model for the Sheraton… Read the full press release

IHG announces the opening of InterContinental® Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort in Vietnam

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Denham, United Kingdom, 2018-Jun-29 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental®Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort has opened its doors, the latest addition to the InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts brand in Vietnam, and the 1000th IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group) property to open within the Europe, Middle East, Asia and Africa (EMEAA) region. It is located on the pristine Phu Quoc… Read the full press release

IHG to rebrand Hotel Marina Agra to Holiday Inn Agra MG Road

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Strengthens presence in India and expands footprint of the Holiday Inn brand family Denham, United Kingdom, 2018-Jun-29 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of world’s leading hotel companies has signed a management agreement with Hotel Marina Agra for Holiday Inn Agra MG Road. The 150-room hotel is expected to be rebranded… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels announces the opening of the WoodSpring Suites San Antonio Stone Oak

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ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-Jun-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, in collaboration with New Era IV LLC and Premier Property Management, opened the WoodSpring Suites San Antonio Stone Oak. Located at 2619 N. Loop 1604 E., the hotel represents the fourth WoodSpring Suites property to open… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Prague names Stephane Gras as its new General Manager

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Gras brings almost two decades of global hospitality experience to his new role Prague, Czech Republic, 2018-Jun-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Prague announces the appointment of Stephane Gras as the new General Manager of the Hotel. Stephane has overseen the Hotel’s operations in his role as Hotel Manager for the past three years and is… Read the full press release

Oakwood Worldwide set to open three properties in Cambodia and Vietnam in 2019

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SINGAPORE, 2018-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Worldwide, wholly owned by Mapletree Investments (“Mapletree”), today announced its plans to expand into Indochina as part of its regional  growth strategy. Oakwood has three properties set to open in Cambodia and Vietnam in the coming year. “We have been steadily growing our stronghold in China and Japan and… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels announces the Cambria Hotel Downtown Minneapolis slated to open in 2020

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ROCKVILLE, Md. 2018-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) has signed an agreement with Bob Patel, CEO of Hawkeye Hotels, to develop the Cambria Hotel Downtown Minneapolis. The hotel, slated to open in 2020, marks the continued expansion of the upscale brand in urban, corporate-rich markets across the United States. The… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels announces the opening of the WoodSpring Suites Deerfield Beach hotel in Florida

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ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, in collaboration with Brookwood Hotels and Nationwide Hotel Management Company, announced the opening of the WoodSpring Suites Deerfield Beach hotel in Florida. Located at 1400 SW 11th Way, the hotel represents the 29th WoodSpring property to open… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur names Rosemarie Wee as the Director of Community Relations

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Veteran hotelier and philanthropist joins the prestigious opening team Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2018-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur announces the appointment of Rosemarie Wee as the Director of Community Relations of the all-new ultra-luxurious hotel set to debut in July 2018.  As a veteran in the hospitality industry, Wee brings a wealth of experience,… Read the full press release