Marriott Hotels expands Asia portfolio with the opening of the Tokyo Marriott Hotel

Hilltop Location in Shinagawa is the Latest in Growing Global Portfolio of Marriott Hotels in Asia and around the world. Tokyo, Japan, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International announces the opening of the Tokyo Marriott Hotel on a hilltop address known locally as Gotenyama. This represents the global hospitality company’s 12th hotel in Japan, and the third… Read the full press release

Marriott Hotels announced plans to open 174-room Marriott Hotel in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia

Weston, Fl, USA, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International’s (NASDAQ: MAR) flagship brand, Marriott Hotels, announced plans to open the174-room Marriott Hotel in Santa Cruz de la Sierra in 2016, making it the first hotel in Bolivia for the company. The hotel will be developed by Empresa Hotelera Icon S.A. and operated by Marriott International. Situated on the… Read the full press release

National Black MBA Association honored Marriott International as its Corporation of the Year for its commitment to diversity and inclusion

Washington, D.C., USA, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Washington, D.C., chapter of the National Black MBA Association (DCNBMBAA) honored Marriott International as its Corporation of the Year for its demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion and its long-term partnership with the chapter.   The award was presented during DCNBMBAA’s Annual Scholarship and Awards Fundraiser Brunch, which is designed to… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental Macau announced new spa package Winter Rejuvenation

Macau, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Macau helps guests to energise and overcome winter fatigue with a fantastic new spa package, Winter Rejuvenation, which includes treatment at the hotel’s award-winning spa, signature afternoon tea, a spa gift and luxurious accommodation. The Winter Rejuvenation package is available until 28 February 2014, with rates starting from MOP4,388… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group received the 2013 International Award at Hong Kong Business Awards run by DHL and the South China Morning Post

Hong Kong, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group was honoured to receive the 2013 International Award at the prestigious Hong Kong Business Awards ceremony held recently in the city. Established in 1990 by DHL and the South China Morning Post, the Hong Kong Business Awards aims to encourage and sustain the region’s entrepreneurial spirit… Read the full press release

Avis Car Rental to launch car rental operations in Laos and Cambodia

Parsippany, NJ, USA, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Avis Car Rental, the leading international car rental brand in Asia, today announced that it has selected a licensee to launch car rental operations in Laos and Cambodia. Avis Car Rental will officially enter both markets with the opening of airport and city facilities in Luang Prabang, Pakse and Vientiane… Read the full press release

Loews Don CeSar Hotel presents its “Casino Royale” ballroom celebration this New Year’s Eve

St. Pete Beach, FL, USA, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Whether your favorite Bond memory was from “Diamonds are Forever,” “Goldfinger” or “From Russia with Love,” the James Bond excitement you enjoyed in years past will come alive this New Year’s Eve as Loews Don CeSar Hotel presents its “Casino Royale” ballroom celebration. The entire fifth floor… Read the full press release

The Radisson Royal Hotel, Moscow named World’s Leading Luxury Business Hotel 2013 at World Travel Awards in Doha, Qatar

Brussels, Belgium, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Radisson Royal Hotel, Moscow has been awarded as the World’s Leading Luxury Business Hotel 2013 for the fourth year running at the glittering World Travel Awards ceremony held on 30 October 2013 in Doha, Qatar. “This is the fourth year in a row that the Radisson Royal Hotel, Moscow… Read the full press release

The sixth annual Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Bowl St. Petersburg to take place at TradeWinds Island Grand St. Pete Beach, FL on Dec. 21-23, 2013

St. Pete Beach, FL, USA, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — TradeWinds – the Official Beach Resort of the Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Bowl St. Petersburg – Shows Team Spirit with Fun-Filled Fan Events What: The sixth annual Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Bowl St. Petersburg is set for Mon., Dec. 23, at 2 p.m. ET and will be televised nationally on ESPN… Read the full press release

GBTA announced registration is open for GBTA Convention 2014 in Los Angeles, Calif., July 26-30

Alexandria, VA, USA, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) – the voice of the global business travel industry – announced today registration is open for the GBTA Convention 2014 in Los Angeles, Calif., July 26-30. The annual convention is the largest, most comprehensive annual gathering of business travel and meetings managers, meeting planners,… Read the full press release

Photo release: Arrival of the brand new Thomas Cook Airbus 321 aircraft at Belfast International Airport

Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2013-12-16 — /travelprnews.com/ —  Photos from the launch of the brand new Thomas Cook airbus. This brand new aircraft is the first new A321 into the Thomas cook fleet and will be based at Belfast International Airport. Pictures from Harrison Photography, Belfast. ### Notes to editors: About Thomas Cook Airlines UK Thomas Cook Airlines UK (TCX)… Read the full press release