The St. Regis Riyadh Unveils Its Grand Opening as Marriott International’s 500th Luxury Property Worldwide

Glamorous new address in the heart of Riyadh brings modern design and vanguard spirit to the capital (IN SHORT) The St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, a prestigious brand within Marriott Bonvoy’s extensive portfolio, has officially opened The St. Regis Riyadh, marking Marriott International’s 500th luxury property across the globe. This opulent addition brings the St…. Read the full press release

JW Marriott Launches ‘Stay in the Moment’ Campaign Starring South Korean Actor Lee Min-ho in Asia-Pacific

Renowned actor Lee Min-Ho Stars in K-drama inspired campaign video capturing the beauty of immersive surroundings and mindful moments (IN SHORT) JW Marriott, a luxury brand within Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio, has unveiled its “Stay in the Moment” campaign in the Asia-Pacific region. The campaign features a K-drama-inspired video starring renowned South Korean actor, Lee Min-ho…. Read the full press release

IHG Announces Signing of Holiday Inn & Suites and Staybridge Suites in Taif, Saudi Arabia

The signing will see IHG debut Holiday Inn & Suites and Staybridge Suites brands in the city (IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts, a global hotel company, has signed an agreement with Al Jumaiah Group to introduce Holiday Inn & Suites Taif and Staybridge Suites Taif in Taif, Saudi Arabia. These two properties are set… Read the full press release

Hotel Indigo Launches Borrowing Program to Foster Community Connections

Building on the brand’s largest-ever international marketing campaign – The World’s Neighborhood Hotel, Borrowed by Hotel Indigo continues to highlight what it means to be inseparable from the community (IN SHORT) Hotel Indigo, part of IHG’s Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio, is introducing “Borrowed by Hotel Indigo,” a unique program in the US and UK, allowing… Read the full press release

voco Hotels Expands its Presence with 25th Americas Property in Missoula, Montana

Riverfront conversion among several recent regional signings, reinforcing voco hotels’ position as IHG Hotels & Resorts’ fastest-growing premium brand (IN SHORT) voco hotels, a part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, has announced the signing of its 25th property in the Americas, located in Missoula, Montana. voco Missoula Downtown will be situated along the Clark Fork… Read the full press release

Regent Hong Kong Grand Opening Marks Return of Luxury in Victoria Harbour

(IN SHORT) The grand opening of Regent Hong Kong, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, took place on November 8th, marking the return of this iconic property to Victoria Harbour. The event celebrated the transformation of the landmark hotel, emphasizing its role as a symbol of luxury in Hong Kong. The… Read the full press release

Hyatt Announces Grand Hyatt Deer Valley Expansion in Park City, Utah for Late 2024

Expected to open late 2024, Grand Hyatt Deer Valley will expand Hyatt’s brand presence in a vibrant resort market (IN SHORT) Hyatt Hotels Corporation, in partnership with Extell Development Company, has unveiled plans for the expansion of the Grand Hyatt brand with the opening of Grand Hyatt Deer Valley in Park City, Utah, expected in… Read the full press release

St. Regis Debuts Luxury Resort in Morocco’s Tamuda Bay

This esteemed opening marks the brand’s debut in Morocco (IN SHORT) St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy, has announced the opening of The St. Regis La Bahia Blanca Resort, Tamuda Bay, marking its entry into Morocco. Developed by Eagle Hills and designed by Smallwood, the resort offers a luxurious retreat on Tamuda… Read the full press release

Marriott’s Luxury Collection Expands to Greece’s Dodecanese Islands with Patmos Aktis Renovation

Expected to open in summer 2024, Patmos Aktis, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Greece will bring The Luxury Collection to the peaceful island of Patmos (IN SHORT) Marriott International has signed an agreement to introduce The Luxury Collection to Greece’s Dodecanese Islands through the renovation of Patmos Aktis Suites & Spa. Expected to open… Read the full press release

Hyatt Place Opens First Hotel in Johor Bahru, Malaysia at Paradigm Mall

(IN SHORT) Hyatt Place Johor Bahru Paradigm Mall, the first Hyatt Place hotel in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, has officially opened, offering 202 spacious guestrooms, a variety of dining options, and flexible meeting spaces. The hotel is strategically located near major transportation hubs and attractions, making it a convenient choice for both leisure and business travelers…. Read the full press release

Hyatt and Parks Hospitality Holdings to Expand Presence in Mexico with Four New Properties

Four new properties developed by Parks Hospitality Holdings will expand Hyatt’s luxury and leisure offerings in Mexico’s most sought-after destinations (IN SHORT) Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Parks Hospitality Holdings have announced a collaboration to develop four new properties across key destinations in Mexico, including Mexico City, Los Cabos, and Cancun. The properties, including two Grand… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts Announces New Luxury Vignette Collection Hotel in Dubai

The new hotel will be IHG’s first Vignette Collection on the World Islands with signing of Marbella Resort. (IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a franchise agreement for its second Vignette Collection hotel in Dubai, in partnership with The Heart of Europe, a flagship project by the Kleindienst Group. The Marbella Resort Hotel,… Read the full press release

Hyatt Announces Ambitious Plan to Double its Presence in Canada by 2026

Strategic focus on Canada supports Hyatt’s sustained growth in key leisure markets and one of the industry’s fastest growing loyalty programs (IN SHORT) Hyatt Hotels Corporation is planning to double its brand footprint in Canada by the end of 2026 with over 20 managed and franchised agreements across its various brands. Currently operating nearly 20… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels Expands Upscale Portfolio with Two New Cambria Hotels in Austin and Lake Placid

New, upscale leadership set to harness segment growth and take to greater heights (IN SHORT) Choice Hotels International, known for its upscale segment, has continued its growth by opening two Cambria Hotels in October, one in Austin, Texas, and another in Lake Placid, New York. These additions are part of the company’s effort to strengthen… Read the full press release

Hyatt Regency Changshu Kuncheng Lake Opens with Panoramic Views

(IN SHORT) Hyatt Hotels Corporation has unveiled the Hyatt Regency Changshu Kuncheng Lake, a modern urban retreat offering panoramic views of Kuncheng Lake, Changshu’s natural beauty, and cultural heritage. Located just an hour’s drive from major cities in China, the hotel features 289 spacious guestrooms and suites, multiple dining venues, a fitness center, and versatile… Read the full press release

Westin Unveils Revitalized Westin Washington, DC Downtown With Emphasis on Well-Being

The Westin Washington, DC Downtown is poised to become a hospitality wellness leader with focus on holistic well-being experiences and the largest hotel fitness studio in DC (IN SHORT) Westin Hotels & Resorts introduces its refurbished Westin Washington, DC Downtown property following an investment of nearly $80 million by Sunstone Hotel Investors. The 807-room hotel… Read the full press release

Marriott Announces Luxury Resort Expansions in Vietnam, Unveils Two New Brands

(IN SHORT) Marriott International, Inc. is set to expand its presence in Vietnam with the signing of agreements to open three new luxury resorts. These developments include the debut of two new brands in Vietnam: Ritz-Carlton Reserve and The Luxury Collection on Hon Thom Island in Phu Quoc. Additionally, a third JW Marriott Hotel is… Read the full press release

Kimpton Hotels & Anthropologie Partner to Elevate Guest Experience with Complimentary Accessory Collection

Kimpton’s Forgot It? We’ve Got It! programme tackles travellers’ fear of forgotten fashion items (IN SHORT) Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, is enhancing its guest experience by teaming up with Anthropologie to offer complimentary access to a curated selection of accessories, including bags, belts, and bracelets, to guests at its… Read the full press release

HUALUXE Hotels and Resorts and Jingting Bai Offer Immersive Chinese Cultural Experience

(IN SHORT) HUALUXE Hotels and Resorts, along with brand ambassador Jingting Bai and cultural heritage practitioners, hosted an event called “Embracing Chinese Culture with HUALUXE.” The event combined traditional Chinese intangible heritage crafts like tie-dye, shadow puppetry, and Kingfisher feather art with modern dance to offer guests an immersive experience of Chinese culture and aesthetics…. Read the full press release

IHG’s voco Brand Expands Rapidly Across Europe with Multiple New Signings and Openings

Premium collection brand maintains growth momentum with new signings, recent and forthcoming openings (IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts is expanding its voco™ brand across Europe with new signings and openings in various countries. The brand has experienced rapid growth, with over 25% more properties signed and opened within ten months. The voco brand aims… Read the full press release

Diamonds Resorts Triumphs in Kenya with Three Prestigious Awards at the 30th World Travel Awards

(IN SHORT) At the 30th World Travel Awards (WTA) Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony in Dubai, Kenya was recognized as ‘Africa’s Leading Destination.’ Additionally, Diamonds Leisure Beach & Golf Resort in Diani received two awards, winning ‘Africa’s Leading Resort’ and ‘Kenya’s Leading Resort’ for 2023. Diamonds Dream of Africa in Malindi was voted ‘Africa’s… Read the full press release

Accor’s Global Extended Stay Portfolio Expands with Novotel Living and Other Brands

BRANDS SUCH AS ADAGIO AND NOVOTEL LIVING ARE HELPING TO FUEL THE CONTINUED EXPANSION OF ACCOR’S GLOBAL EXTENDED STAY PORTFOLIO, WHICH NOW ENCOMPASSES 380+ EXTENDED STAY HOTELS AND 45,000 KEYS Paris, France, 2023-Oct-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, shared an update on its market leading position in the global extended stay,… Read the full press release

Hilton Unveils Digital Innovations to Enhance Business Travel for SMEs

Introduces New Hilton for Business Platform and Enhancements to Events.Hilton.com McLEAN, Va., 2023-Oct-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton announced two new digital innovations designed to create a more seamless travel experience for small- and medium-sized businesses. The innovations are part of Hilton’s long-term commitment to digitally transform the business travel experience – from booking… Read the full press release

Hotel del Coronado Announces $160 Million Investment for Victorian Building Restoration

Represents Final Phase of Blackstone Real Estate’s More Than $550 Million Investment in the Property SAN DIEGO, CA, 2023-Oct-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The legendary Hotel del Coronado, part of Curio Collection by Hilton, has announced plans to restore and revitalize the hotel’s historic Victorian building with a more than $160 million investment, marking the next… Read the full press release

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts Launches Gatherings Program with Reese’s Book Club Partnership

New brand-wide Gatherings by Sheraton program propels the storied hospitality brand’s legacy as ‘The World’s Gathering Place’ with its first collab rooted in enriching guests’ stays. Reese’s Book Club and Sheraton to Launch New Lobby Library in Select Hotels Worldwide BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Oct-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Sheraton Hotels & Resorts is turning the… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts Expands Kimpton Brand to Portugal with Kimpton Algarve São Rafael Atlántico

Denham, UK, 2023-Oct-12 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, premiers its Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants brand in Portugal, with the signing of Kimpton Algarve São Rafael Atlántico. This addition reinforces the strength of the Kimpton brand as part of IHG’s Luxury & Lifestyle offering in… Read the full press release

Minor Hotels Appoints Patrik Ilstam as General Manager of Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort and Villas

Bangkok, Thailand, 2023-Oct-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Minor Hotels announces the appointment of Patrik Ilstam as General Manager of Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort and Villas, a brand-new luxury resort with a collection of 148 rooms, suites and villas on Thailand’s stunning island of Koh Yao Yai, effective from 1st August 2023. An experienced… Read the full press release

Hilton Expands Presence in Lisbon with Three New Hotels Under Different Brands

Canopy by Hilton and Hampton by Hilton to make brand debuts in Portugal in 2026 and 2025 respectively, with Duo Hotel Lisbon, Curio Collection by Hilton, set to open Spring 2024 LISBON, Portugal and McLEAN, Va., 2023-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — As Lisbon continues to grow in popularity for international travel and tourism, Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has… Read the full press release

Hilton Signs First Curio Collection by Hilton Property in Melbourne in Partnership with Vista Hospitality Group

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 2023-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced the signing of the first Curio Collection by Hilton property in Melbourne, in partnership with Vista Hospitality Group. Next Hotel Melbourne will join the global portfolio of 140 individually remarkable Curio Collection by Hilton properties around the world, by end of 2023. The flagship… Read the full press release

Hyatt and Headspace Expand Collaboration to Enhance Guest Wellbeing with Premium Colored Noise Content

Hyatt is offering members and guests new mindfulness content from Headspace to help them live well CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Headspace announced the expansion of the collaboration between Hyatt and Headspace to continue supporting guests’ wellbeing with new colored noise content for World of Hyatt members and… Read the full press release