Marriott Hotels teams up with Fast Company to introduce a first-of-its-kind interactive display and experiential showcase for top products, experiences and services

Washington, DC, 2018-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — As an industry leader, Marriott Hotels is constantly introducing innovations to enhance guest experiences around the globe. Kicking off the new year the flagship brand is teaming up with Fast Company, one of the world’s leading business media brands, to introduce the “Inspiration Collective”, a first-of-its-kind interactive display… Read the full press release

Ballater Hostel in Aberdeenshire earns VisitScotland’s highest accolade

EDINBURGH, 2018-Jan-18 — /Travel PR News/ — With a lot of hard-work, Ballater Hostel has achieved VisitScotland’s highest accolade. After achieving a 5-star award at their first ever grading visit, Ballater Hostel is now the only hostel in Aberdeenshire to hold the exceptional VisitScotland award. The Hostel is located in the centre of Ballater, and attracts… Read the full press release

Rodeway Inn opens its 600th hotel — Rodeway Inn Osceola, Arkansas

ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-Jan-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Rodeway Inn, the well-known economy hotel and one of 11 Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) brands, announced the opening of its 600th hotel. Located at 4565 West Keiser Avenue in Osceola, Arkansas, the opening of the Rodeway Inn Osceola, marks a significant milestone in the brand’s ongoing expansion. The Rodeway Inn Osceola offers free… Read the full press release

Comfort Hotel brand opened 58 hotels in 2017

Strong 2017 Highlighted by Robust Growth, Pipeline and Brand Evolution ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-Jan-18 — /Travel PR News/ — A proven leader in the upper midscale lodging segment, the iconic Comfort Hotel brand finished 2017 by opening 58 hotels and increasing the pipeline to nearly 300, one of the largest in its history. Franchised by Choice Hotels International,… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels announces the opening of the new Cambria Hotel Nashville

ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-Jan-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, in collaboration with Fillmore Capital Partners and Fillmore Hospitality, announced the opening of the new Cambria Hotel Nashville. The 255-room Cambria Hotel Nashville features Music City-inspired design elements throughout the property including a professional quality performance space where guests and locals… Read the full press release

Wharf Hotels opens its new flagship Niccolo property, The Murray, Hong Kong

HONG KONG, 2018-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Wharf Hotels announces the opening of The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel, as the group’s new flagship Niccolo property and the latest addition to the luxury contemporary chic collection by Wharf Hotels. The Murray will open its facilities, restaurants and bars progressively from today. As one of… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Chicago announces the return of James Beard Foundation Celebrity Chef Tour at Allium Restaurant on March 2, 2018

Chef Sean Murray hosts seven James Beard Award winners and nominees Chicago, USA, 2018-Jan-17 — /Travel PR News/ — On March 2, 2018, Executive Chef Sean Murray will host seven recognised chefs for the James Beard Foundation Celebrity Chef Tour at Allium Restaurant inside Four Seasons Hotel Chicago. Murray will cook alongside the following seven local and national chefs as part of the… Read the full press release

Interstate Hotels & Resorts selected to manage the 349-room Renaissance Philadelphia Airport Hotel

Interstate Hotels & Resorts selected to manage the 349-room Renaissance Philadelphia Airport Hotel   ARLINGTON, Va., 2018-Jan-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Interstate Hotels & Resorts – the leading U.S.-based global hotel management company – announces that it has been selected to manage the 349-room Renaissance Philadelphia Airport Hotel, recently acquired by AMENA Hotels LLC.  The… Read the full press release

Hilton announces the latest updates to Hilton Honors

New Perks and Simpler Ways to Earn Points Ensure Every Night Counts MCLEAN, Va., 2018-Jan-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Delivering on its continued commitment to give guests more of what matters, Hilton announced updates to its guest loyalty program, Hilton Honors, making it even easier for members to earn Points and unlock rewards. Starting in April, the… Read the full press release

Cambria Hotels announces the opening of its newest property, the Cambria Hotel New Orleans Downtown Warehouse District

Cambria Hotels announces the opening of its newest property, the Cambria Hotel New Orleans Downtown Warehouse District   ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-Jan-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The rapidly expanding Cambria Hotels brand debuted in the vibrant Crescent City with the grand opening of its newest property, the Cambria Hotel New Orleans Downtown Warehouse District. The celebration was hosted by Choice… Read the full press release

Hyatt Hotels announces the opening of the first Hyatt Place hotel in Hyderabad

CHICAGO, 2018-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced the opening of the first Hyatt Place hotel in Hyderabad, in the Indian state of Telangana. Developed by BGR Mining & Infra Ltd., Hyatt Place Hyderabad/Banjara Hills offers a fresh perspective on the uncomplicated stay experience that is a hallmark of the Hyatt Place brand. The Hyatt… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels partners with delivery.com to bring the convenience of delivery services to its loyalty rewards members

Choice Privileges Loyalty Members Earn Points While Enjoying the Convenience of Delivery Service to Their Location ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-Jan-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels is making life on the road a little easier and even more rewarding for its loyalty rewards members. Through a new program with delivery.com, an on-demand marketplace with over 12,000 businesses,… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London opens new PilatesPT Studio with award-winning trainer Hollie Grant

Hong Kong, 2018-Jan-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London has teamed up with award-winning trainer and founder of London’s successful PilatesPT studio Hollie Grant, to offer a menu of holistic and bespoke programmes at the hotel’s new PilatesPT Studio from 5 February, 2018. All programmes are suitable for both men and women. Hollie is renowned for The Model… Read the full press release

W Hotels Worldwide announces signing of W Osaka, slated to open in 2021

NEW YORK, 2018-Jan-11 — /Travel PR News/ — W is about to rise up in the Land of the Rising Sun. W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International, today announced the signing of W Osaka, slated to open in 2021. Owned by Sekisui House, a long-standing partner of Marriott International, this opening will be the first-ever… Read the full press release

IHG announces the opening of Holiday Inn® Algiers – Cheraga Tower

IHG announces the opening of Holiday Inn® Algiers – Cheraga Tower   Denham, United Kingdom, 2018-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announced the opening of Holiday Inn® Algiers – Cheraga Tower. This opening marks the company’s debut in the country and with this… Read the full press release

HSMAI unveils its full schedule of events for 2018

McLean, VA, 2018-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) is pleased to announce its full schedule of events for 2018. The events to be offered to hotel professionals and their partners through HSMAI Americas in 2018 will feature educational opportunities such as conferences and roundtables in addition to multifaceted-events… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental launches the Year of the Earth Dog Spa Experience

Hong Kong, 2018-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — The Earth Dog year is said to be one of action, requiring planning and energy in order to succeed. To celebrate Chinese New Year, which begins on 16 February 2018, Mandarin Oriental has launched the Year of the Earth Dog Spa Experience to ground and relax guests while rebalancing energy for… Read the full press release

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts announces its first property in Hong Kong scheduled to open by early 2019

Renowned Interior Designer André Fu to Bring Inimitable Style to the Bustling Metropolis HONG KONG, 2018-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — St. Regis Hotels & Resorts today announced a collaboration with China Resources Property which is slated to bring the legendary St. Regis brand to Hong Kong by early 2019. Marriott International has nine properties… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Baku welcomes Tristan Tuaud as Executive Pastry Chef

Baku, Azerbaijan, 2018-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Baku announces the appointment of Tristan Tuaud as Executive Pastry Chef of the leading luxury hotel in the city. With an abundance of experience in the art of pastry, Tuaud is ready to bring fresh new ideas to Four Seasons Hotel Baku. With more than nine years of experience, where he… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Toronto names Carolina Avaria as its new Chef Concierge

Toronto, Canada, 2018-Jan-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Toronto welcomes Carolina Avaria as its new Chef Concierge. As both President of Les Clefs d’Or Canada and global Director of Communications for Les Clefs d’Or, the professional organisation for the world’s best hotel concierges, Avaria will continue to uphold the remarkable reputation held by the Chef Concierge role at the… Read the full press release

Preferred Hotels & Resorts offers discounts up to 40% on its annual January Sale

NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA, 2018-Jan-08 — /Travel PR News/ — New Year, New Travels! Today, Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, launches its annual January Sale, offering discounts up to 40% for stays at more than 300 of the best independent properties across 50 countries. This limited-time global promotion, valid for bookings of three nights or more… Read the full press release

Hyatt Place brand debuts in Germany with the opening of Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport

CHICAGO, 2018-Jan-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport, marking the introduction of the Hyatt Place brand to Germany. Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport joins six Hyatt Place hotels across Europe, including Hyatt Place London Heathrow Airport, Hyatt Place West London/Hayes, Hyatt Place Amsterdam Airport, Hyatt Place Jermuk, and Hyatt Place Yerevan…. Read the full press release

Marriott International announces the opening of Fairfield by Marriott Shanghai Jing’an

Marriott International Brand Opens Third Location in China as Expansion in Asia Continues Shanghai, China, 2018-Jan-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International Inc. announced the opening of Fairfield by Marriott Shanghai Jing’an. Owned and managed by New Development Group Co, Ltd., the hotel is located in the Jing’an District of Shanghai, close to the… Read the full press release

Hilton opens its second property in the coastal city of Fuzhou

Hilton Fuzhou opens, offering unbeatable cityscape and riverfront views in one of South China’s most exciting emerging destinations FUZHOU, China and MCLEAN, Va., 2018-Jan-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Visitors to the rapidly expanding city of Fuzhou now have access to some of the most striking views in the city with the opening of Hilton Fuzhou. The… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels announces its 10th Sleep Inn and MainStay Suites dual-brand location opening at the St. Louis Airport

Pipeline Surpasses 70 as Concept Expands Throughout U.S. ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-Jan-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, reached a milestone today with its 10th Sleep Inn and MainStay Suites dual-brand location opening at the St. Louis Airport. In addition, there are more than 70 Sleep Inn and… Read the full press release

Interstate Hotels & Resorts launches Vegetarian & Vegan culinary promotion for its managed hotels

ARLINGTON, Va., 2018-Jan-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Interstate Hotels & Resorts – the leading global hotel management company – announces the launch of its Vegetarian & Vegan culinary promotion for its managed hotels. This on-trend, innovative promotion meets the needs of today’s travelers for healthier eating through plant-based diets, incorporating high quality vegetarian and vegan… Read the full press release

Delta Hotels debuts in the Asia-Pacific market with the opening of Delta Hotels by Marriott Shanghai Baoshan in China

SHANGHAI, CHINA, 2018-Jan-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Delta Hotels, part of Marriott International, Inc., today announced the official grand opening of the 339-room Delta Hotels by Marriott Shanghai Baoshan in China, marking the inaugural entry of the premium North American hotel brand into the booming Asia-Pacific market, and crowning a stellar year of rapid growth for… Read the full press release

CHINA: Hilton Huizhou Longmen Resort opens its doors to global travelers and relaxation seekers

Nestled between two rivers in the scenic Fuli Health Hot Spring Valley, Hilton Huizhou Longmen Resort opens its doors to global travelers and relaxation seekers HUIZHOU, China and MCLEAN, Va., 2018-Jan-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Set amidst the natural splendor of one of south China’s most picturesque destinations, Hilton Huizhou Longmen Resort is now welcoming travelers to… Read the full press release

Jaz in the City brand debuts in Germany with the opening of Jaz Stuttgart

Brand debut in Germany Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2018-Jan-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Music is in the air. As of 1 January, the Jaz Stuttgart has begun to welcome its first guests. After a highly successful launch in Amsterdam, the Jaz in the City brand is now celebrating its debut in Germany – hip,… Read the full press release

Future Leaders Series to be held on 20 March at The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel

50 hospitality and travel executives attend Niccolo Lecture Series Hong Kong, 2018-Jan-02 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of WIT Hospitality 2018, scheduled for 20 March in Hong Kong, WIT will launch a Future Leaders Series aimed at nurturing outstanding individuals to become future leaders in the digital travel space. The half-day forum from… Read the full press release