Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis Welcomes Al Arce as Director of Marketing, Bringing Extensive Leadership Experience from Disney and Hilton

St. Louis, U.S.A., 2023-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis announces the appointment of Al Arce to the role of Director of Marketing. Al Arce is an accomplished business leader with a passion for helping organizations achieve their full potential. In his most recent role, he served as account director for the Disney Institute and… Read the full news article

Clarion Pointe Continues Strong Growth with Over 60 Hotels Open and 50 More in the Pipeline

Elevated essentials at an affordable price continue to attract owners and guests alike ROCKVILLE, Md., 2023-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Clarion Pointe, a midscale select-service brand founded in 2018 and franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), is continuing its expansion with 60 hotels open and more than 50 hotels in the pipeline. “Today’s savvy… Read the full news article

The Ritz-Carlton Expands Presence in Japan with Opening of The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka

The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka Brings the Iconic Brand’s Signature Luxury and Legendary Service to an Asian Gateway City Buzzing with Youthful Energy HONG KONG, 2023-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The Ritz-Carlton, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 31 exceptional hotel brands, today announced the opening of The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka on the island of Kyushu in Southern Japan…. Read the full news article

The Ritz-Carlton, Naples Unveils Stunning Transformation: Introducing New Vanderbilt Tower, Dining Experiences, and Enhanced Luxury

The Ritz-Carlton, Naples Unveils New Tower, Restaurants, Rooms, and Guest Experiences NAPLES, FL, 2023-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The latest chapter of The Ritz-Carlton, Naples’ storied history has arrived, as the luxury Florida resort is now open and welcoming its Ladies and Gentlemen, loyal guests, and the Naples community home once again. The legendary… Read the full news article

Autograph Collection Hotels and Fotografiska Unveil ‘Impressions’: A Global Cultural Project Celebrating Photography and Travel

Original photographic journeys through the lenses and perspectives of four celebrated photographers immersed in remarkable hotel locations BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Autograph Collection Hotels – the diverse and dynamic collection of independent hotels championing individuality, together with Fotografiska, the contemporary museum of photography, art, and culture, will unveil a new cultural project in multiple… Read the full news article

W Budapest Makes Spectacular Debut as the First W Hotel in Hungary, Combining Visionary Design and Culinary Delights

BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of 31 extraordinary hotel brands, announces the highly anticipated debut of W Budapest, marking the brand’s first opening in Hungary. Housed in the historic Drechsler Palace, previously home to the Institute of Ballet, W Budapest is set to… Read the full news article

The Interlude: Melbourne’s Unique Urban Retreat Opens in Former Prison, Offering Unforgettable Experiences

Melbourne, Australia, 2023-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Melbourne just became home to a one-of-a-kind urban retreat as The Interlude welcomed its first official guest – former HM Prison Pentridge Senior Prison Officer, Dennis Bear – this morning. The Interlude, in Pentridge’s billion-dollar lifestyle precinct, is the world’s first urban wellness retreat set in a… Read the full news article

Raffles Hotels & Resorts Takes #2 Spot in Best Hotel Brand Category at Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards

New York City, NY, 2023-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Raffles Hotels & Resorts is excited to announce it has been awarded the coveted #2 position in the Best Hotel Brand category in the 2023 World’s Best Awards by Travel + Leisure, upholding the legendary brand’s status as a foremost leader in luxury hospitality. With an outstanding score of… Read the full news article

Holiday Inn Debuts Iconic Design in the Middle East with Opening of Holiday Inn Riyadh

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 2023-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Holiday Inn, one of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ most iconic brands, is bringing its new design hallmarks to the Middle East for the first time, at the newly opened Holiday Inn Riyadh in Saudi Arabia. The opening marks IHG’s expansion of its mainstream brand portfolio across the… Read the full news article

IHG Signs Agreement for Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bangkok Asoke, Expanding Presence in Thailand’s Hospitality Market

New 180-room property to open in early 2025 following landmark partnership with A.P.K Real Estate Co., Ltd Bangkok, Thailand, 2023-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, is proud to announce the signing of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bangkok Asoke with new partner A.P.K Real Estate Co., Ltd… Read the full news article

IHG Announces First Holiday Inn Hotel in Bhutan, Enhancing Tourism Offerings in the Captivating Destination

The signing of Holiday Inn Thimphu further strengthens IHG’s presence in the South-West Asia region Bhutan, 2023-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a management agreement with T&K Construction Private Limited for its first Holiday Inn hotel in Bhutan. Featuring… Read the full news article

Preferred Hotels & Resorts Dominates Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards with 57 Member Hotels Recognized

NEW YORK, NEW YORK, 2023-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, is delighted to celebrate 57 member hotels recognized in this year’s Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards. Nine of these properties are honored in the “Best 100 Hotels in the World” list in addition to three hotel collections that… Read the full news article

IHG Announces Debut of voco Brand in Lebanon with Signing of voco Beirut Central District

The signing aligns with IHG’s growth strategy for the Middle East and Africa region Beirut, Lebanon, 2023-Jul-06 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies with more than 6,000 hotels, across 18 distinct brands, has announced the signing of a franchise agreement with DIA SARL to debut… Read the full news article

IHG Hotels & Resorts Introduces Hotel Indigo to Romania with Signing of Hotel Indigo Satu Mare

ATLANTA, GA, 2023-Jul-06 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts’ popular lifestyle brand announces its presence in Romania with the signing of Hotel Indigo Satu Mare IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, today announces the signing of Hotel Indigo Satu Mare, a brand debut in Romania. This latest… Read the full news article

The Rome EDITION: A Sophisticated Blend of Luxury and Italian Flair

BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Jul-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Rome is a city filled with masterpieces. From the paintings of Caravaggio and Raphael to the sculptures of Bernini and the films of Federico Fellini – it is the cradle from which all that is best about Italy has emerged. So, the Eternal City was the perfect… Read the full news article

Hyatt Place Linyi People’s Square Opens, Bringing Contemporary Design and Convenience to Linyi’s Hospitality Landscape

Hyatt Place Debuts in Linyi’s Historic Commercial Center with 109-room Hotel CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Jul-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Place Linyi People’s Square, the first Hyatt Place hotel in Linyi, is officially open, expanding the Hyatt Place brand’s global footprint in markets that matter most to guests and World of Hyatt members. The new hotel… Read the full news article

OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group to Acquire Kā‘anapali Beach Hotel on Maui

The 432-key property sits on the No. 1-ranked beach in the United States and seamlessly aligns with OUTRIGGER’s emphasis on barefoot luxury and authentic cultural experiences HONOLULU, 2023-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Premier beach resort company OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group today announced its plans to acquire Kā‘anapali Beach Hotel, a beachfront resort on the Island of… Read the full news article

JW Marriott debuts luxurious new beachside resort in Clearwater Beach, Florida

Newly Built Luxury Beachside Resort Brings Captivating Design and Exceptional Service to America’s Most Beautiful Beach CLEARWATER, FL, 2023-May-02 — /Travel PR News/ — JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today unveils its newest property in Clearwater Beach, Florida, with the opening of JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort &… Read the full news article

IHG Hotels & Resorts opens new dual-branded hotel near Chicago’s O’Hare airport offering modern and flexible accommodations

IHG Hotels & Resorts dual-brand property offers flexible, guest-friendly options for short- and long-term stays ATLANTA, GA, 2023-May-02 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announced the opening of a new dual-branded Holiday Inn and Staybridge Suites property in the Chicago suburb of Rosemont, Ill. Located… Read the full news article

TFE Hotels Launches Billion-Dollar Dining and Entertainment Precinct at Historic HM Prison Pentridge Site on its 26th Anniversary of Closure

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA, 2023-May-02 — /Travel PR News/ — On the 26th anniversary of the closure of HM Prison Pentridge, TFE Hotels has officially launched their 106-room Adina Hotel, Olivine wine bar, North & Common restaurant, Chapter Place events venue, and the experience-led urban retreat, The Interlude*, and celebrated the site’s transformation into a billion-dollar dining… Read the full news article

Choice Hotels unveils next-generation prototype for Sleep Inn brand

New development option maintains brand position as lowest cost to build and operate in midscale while increasing guest intent to stay by 25% ROCKVILLE, Md., 2023-Apr-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Sleep Inn, a leading new construction midscale brand from Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) known for its stylish, nature-inspired design and cost-effective operating model, is getting… Read the full news article

JW Marriott opens luxury hotel in China’s ancient city of Xi’an with a focus on well-being and culture

New Luxury Hotel Offers Mindful Experiences and Personalized Service in the Home of the Terracotta Warriors XI’AN, CHINA, 2023-Apr-28 — /Travel PR News/ — JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announced the opening of JW Marriott Hotel Xi’an, a remarkable destination home to six UNESCO World Heritage cultural and… Read the full news article

IHG’s avid hotels brand celebrates 60th open property with debut of avid hotel Atlanta – Conyers I-20

IHG Hotels & Resorts’ fastest-growing, new-build brand increases its portfolio by 20 percent in under one year with latest opening in Conyers, Georgia ATLANTA, GA, 2023-Apr-28 — /Travel PR News/ — avid hotels – part of IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies with more than 6,000 destinations across 18 brands – is… Read the full news article

Hilton’s cloud-based Property Engagement Platform reaches milestone with 1,000th hotel upgrade, improving guest experience and personalization

New platform, powered by HotelKey, reaches key milestone with upgrade of 1,000th hotel McLEAN, Va., 2023-Apr-28 — /Travel PR News/ — It’s 3 p.m. on a Monday at Homewood Suites by Hilton Largo Washington DC, arguably one of the busiest times for this hotel’s lobby. A guest, having checked in on Sunday, would like to… Read the full news article

Choice Hotels celebrates 15 years of success with Ascend Hotel Collection, the industry’s original soft brand segment

Innovative and flexible option shifted the hotel landscape to benefit owners and travelers alike ROCKVILLE, Md., 2023-Apr-26 — /Travel PR News/ — This year marks the 15th year since Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, launched the industry’s soft brand segment with the introduction of the Ascend Hotel Collection. In the… Read the full news article

Ascott to open 70 new properties in 2023, including lyf coliving brand

Upcoming property debuts across Ascott’s portfolio of brands will support travellers’ desires to explore and take in new, meaningful experiences Singapore, 2023-Apr-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Ascott Limited (Ascott), a lodging business unit wholly owned by CapitaLand Investment, announced that it expects to open 70 properties in key travel destinations across fast-growing markets… Read the full news article

Radisson Hotel Group to debut bold and innovative Radisson RED brand in Serbia with the opening of Radisson RED Belgrade later this year

Brussels/Zagreb, 2023-Apr-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group is pleased to announce the debut of its bold and cutting edge upscale Radisson RED brand in Serbia with the signing of Radisson RED Belgrade, set to open later this year. Located just minutes from the capital’s historic center, Radisson RED is the first Radisson… Read the full news article

Radisson Hotel Group Expands with Nine Diverse Brands Across EMEA and APAC, Including New Signings and Openings in Italy, Lithuania, and China

Brussels, Belgium, 2023-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group kicked off 2023 with the signing and opening of several landmark properties as it continues its ambitious growth and development plan with the expansion of nine diverse brands spanning from economy to premium luxury lifestyle brands across EMEA and APAC. During Q1, in the… Read the full news article

IHG Hotels & Resorts and Mayapada Group to double Bali partnership with two new hotels: voco Bali Seminyak and Holiday Inn Express Bali Sunset Road

Partnership expands to four properties by introducing voco hotels to Indonesia and opening second Holiday Inn Express property in Bali Jakarta, Indonesia, 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a two-property agreement with leading Indonesian conglomerate Mayapada Group that doubles the companies’ strategic partnership to four hotels in Bali. The collaboration… Read the full news article

IHG Hotels & Resorts welcomes InterContinental Rome Ambasciatori Palace and Six Senses Rome to its luxury & lifestyle portfolio in the Italian capital

The new InterContinental Rome Ambasciatori Palace (pictured above) and Six Senses Rome join IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury & lifestyle portfolio to bring an extra touch of luxury to the Italian capital. Rome, Italy, 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts is at the forefront of a resurgence in luxury in the… Read the full news article