Category Archives: Hospitality

Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Dellisart Wellspring Investment announce the opening of Hyatt Place Bowling Green located in the heart of Western Kentucky University

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108-room Hyatt Place hotel located in the heart of Western Kentucky University CHICAGO, 2015-5-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Dellisart Wellspring Investment, LLC today announce the opening of Hyatt Place Bowling Green, which is located at the Western Kentucky University (WKU) Gateway to historic downtown Bowling Green within the Bowling Green Tax… Read the full press release

Solage Hotels & Resorts announced the completion of a multi-million-dollar renovation to its award-winning Spa Solage at Solage Calistoga

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SPA SOLAGE UNVEILS REFRESHED SERVICES AND INTEGRATED WELLNESS PROGRAMMING CALISTOGA, CALIF., 2015-5-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Solage Hotels & Resorts, a California-based hotel and resort management company, today announced the completion of a multi-million-dollar renovation to its award-winning Spa Solage, part of the company’s overall $2.3 million capital investment in its flagship property, Solage Calistoga…. Read the full press release

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® names Philip Meyer as managing director of Rosewood Hotel Georgia in Vancouver, British Columbia

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Vancouver, 2015-5-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Rosewood Hotels & Resorts®, one of the world’s most respected ultra-luxury hotel groups, today announced the appointment of Philip Meyer as managing director of Rosewood Hotel Georgia in Vancouver, British Columbia. In this role, Meyer will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the legendary hotel, including its… Read the full press release

The Rezidor Hotel Group announces the appointment of Alexandra Lilja Lindvik as its new Director PR & Communications Nordic

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BRUSSELS, 2015-5-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the largest international hotel groups in Europe, the Middle East & Africa, announces the appointment of Alexandra Lilja Lindvik as its new Director PR & Communications Nordic; effective immediately. Alexandra will be responsible for all group PR & Communication activities across a… Read the full press release

Carlson Rezidor further strengthens its presence in Estonia by announcing the Park Inn by Radisson Meriton Tallinn

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BRUSSELS, 2015-5-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Rezidor, one of the most dynamic hotel groups worldwide and the leading international operator in Russia/CIS & Baltics, further strengthens its presence in Estonia by announcing the Park Inn by Radisson Meriton Tallinn. The 465-rooms property, formerly known as Meriton Grand Conference & Spa Hotel, will fly… Read the full press release

RCI releases enhanced version of its website for affiliated developers and resort staff, RCIAffiliates.com

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PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2015-5-15 — /Travel PR News/ — RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange, recently released an enhanced version of its website for affiliated developers and resort staff, RCIAffiliates.com. The enhancements include three new components that affiliates will notice: 1) A new look and even more intuitive navigation; 2) New content that serves as an industry… Read the full press release

Armed Forces Vacation Club celebrates Military Appreciation Month and Armed Forces Day with $299 week-long resort stays for eligible service members

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PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2015-5-15 — /Travel PR News/ — In celebration of Military Appreciation Month and Armed Forces Day, Armed Forces Vacation Club is offering eligible service members a well-deserved vacation with select week-long resort stays for $299‡*. This rate can be booked today through May 19, 2015 with travel dates through Dec. 20, 2015. The deal applies… Read the full press release

Wyndham Vacation Rentals® celebrates the grand opening of the Bali Bay community in Myrtle Beach by offering guests 7 nights for the price of 3 this summer

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Invites guests to experience the new community with special summer offer  Myrtle Beach, SC,  2015-5-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Vacation Rentals®, the world’s largest professional manager of vacation rentals and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), is celebrating the grand opening of the Bali Bay community in Myrtle Beach by offering… Read the full press release

Wyndham Hotel Group launches its new loyalty program; debuts multi-million dollar, integrated umbrella marketing campaign

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Hospitality Powerhouse Casts Kristofer Hivju of “Game of Thrones” and “Force Majeure” Fame as ‘Wyndham Rewards Wyzard’ and Celebrates with 3,000 Bonus Point Summer Promotion PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2015-5-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company, today announced the global launch of its groundbreaking new loyalty program, Wyndham Rewards®, with the debut… Read the full press release

Interstate Hotels & Resorts announces the 2014 Performance Awards presented to 37 of the top hotels and leaders in 2014

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ARLINGTON, Va., 2015-5-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Interstate Hotels & Resorts – the leading U.S.-based global hotel management company – proudly announces the 2014 Performance Awards presented to 37 of the top hotels and leaders in 2014. Announced annually, Interstate recognizes its key players among the Company’s expansive worldwide bench strength of more than… Read the full press release

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announces Hyatt Place hotel and Hyatt House hotel in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)

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The Hyatt Place and Hyatt House brands to expand to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia CHICAGO,  2015-5-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into an agreement with Abdulelah Mohammed Ali Maghrabi Commercial Est. for a Hyatt Place hotel and a Hyatt House hotel in Jeddah,… Read the full press release

Hyatt Hotels Corporation names Steven Dominguez as VP of brand experience for the Hyatt Place, Hyatt House, Hyatt Zilara, and Hyatt Ziva brands

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Dominguez to lead brand experience marketing for Hyatt Place, Hyatt House, Hyatt Zilara, and Hyatt Ziva CHICAGO, 2015-5-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that Steven Dominguez has been selected as vice president of brand experience for the Hyatt Place, Hyatt House, Hyatt Zilara, and Hyatt Ziva brands. Dominguez will be responsible… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways acquires the Novotel Edinburgh Park Hotel in Scotland conveniently located near Edinburgh International Airport

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DOHA, Qatar, 2015-5-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has acquired the Novotel Edinburgh Park Hotel in Scotland, one of the best-located hotels for travellers to Edinburgh and an excellent base for exploring the rest of Scotland. The hotel will continue to be managed and operated under the Novotel brand by Accor which operates more than… Read the full press release

The Resort at Pelican Hill® presents its fifth annual Festa dell’Autunno from October 8-11

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NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., 2015-5-12 — /Travel PR News/ — From October 8-11, The Resort at Pelican Hill® presents its fifth annual Festa dell’Autunno, an autumn festival that brings the traditions of Italy to Southern California’s own Tuscan seaside village. New this year, the weekend festivities begin on Thursday with a Guest Chef Wine Dinner at Pelican Grill,… Read the full press release

The Steigenberger Grandhotel in Brussels reverts to its original name of Steigenberger Wiltcher’s

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2015-5-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Despite several name changes over the years, the Steigenberger Grandhotel in Brussels has never lost its legendary reputation. It is now reverting to its original name of Steigenberger Wiltcher’s, which it held between 1913 and 1925, and is fully focused on regaining its privileged and historic position… Read the full press release

The newly renovated Washington, D.C., landmark, The Mayflower Hotel joins Autograph Collection Hotels

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Bethesda, MD, USA, 2015-5-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Autograph Collection Hotels, Marriott International’s distinctive portfolio of independently-rich, one-of-a-kind hotels, welcomes today the newly renovated Washington, D.C., landmark, The Mayflower Hotel. This new addition brings the Collection to 86 hotels worldwide. Once a part of Renaissance Hotels within the Marriott International family of lifestyle brands, The Mayflower… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts announces its second location in the heart of the Dubai’s International Financial Centre

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Downtown hotel will complement the just-opened resort on Jumeirah Beach Toronto, Canada, 2015-5-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Within months of the successful opening of its first hotel in Dubai on Jumeirah Beach Road, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts announces the development of a second, complementary location in the heart of the city’s International Financial… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Milano names Vito Mollica as its new Executive Chef

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MILAN, Italy, 2015-5-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Milano, on the occasion of the start of Expo, announces the name of its new Executive Chef:Vito Mollica. The driving force of Il Palagio Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Firenze, three years ago Vito earned his first Michelin star and now, after a career of 19… Read the full press release

The Falling Leaves Gala Dinner hosted by Brodie Harper and Andy Lee in honour of The Shane Warne Foundation to take place at Vibe Hotel Marysville, May 9, 2015

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Victoria, Australia, 2015-5-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Taking place at the recently launched Vibe Hotel Marysville this Saturday, is the Falling Leaves Gala Dinner hosted by Brodie Harper and Andy Lee, in honour of The Shane Warne Foundation (“TSWF”). TSWF has been committed to raising funds for the seriously ill and underprivileged children of… Read the full press release

Oakwood Worldwide® adds a 300-unit apartment complex in Raleigh, N.C. to its global portfolio

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LOS ANGELES,  2015-5-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Worldwide®, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartment solutions, today announced it has added a 300-unit apartment complex in Raleigh, N.C. to its global portfolio. The contemporary complex, renamed Oakwood Raleigh at Brier Creek, was purchased by Singapore-based Mapletree Group as part of its joint… Read the full press release

Catch the end of New Zealand’s autumn season with Agoda’s list of discounted accommodations

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SINGAPORE, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Agoda.com, one of Asia’s leading hotel booking sites and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), has uncovered discounts of up to 50% on accommodation in 7 of New Zealand’s most beautiful locations, just in time to catch the end of the country’s cool and refreshing autumn season. New… Read the full press release

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company announces its first property in the Hungarian capital due to open in 2016

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Known for innovators and dynamic thinkers, Hungarian city to welcome The Ritz-Carlton in 2016   Chevy Chase, Md., 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. has signed a deal with Al Habtoor Group, the UAE based conglomerate, which will see the opening of the first property from the luxury brand in the… Read the full press release

Residence Inn by Marriott honors Tamera Mowry-Housley as its 2015 Resident Mom of the Year

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Mowry-Housley named 2015 Resident Mom of the Year Bethesda, Md., 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Tamera Mowry-Housley has multiple titles in life: wife, mother, sister, actor, author, talk show host, entrepreneur, and now one more: Resident Mom of the Year. Today at the new Residence Inn Manhattan World Trade Center hotel, Residence Inn by… Read the full press release

Marriott International named Brand of the Year at this year’s British LGBT Awards

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LONDON, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Leading hospitality company, Marriott International, is celebratingafter being named Brand of the Year at this year’s prestigious British LGBT Awards. Marriott International, which operates 57 hotels in the UK under brands including Marriott Hotels, Renaissance Hotels and Courtyard, was recognised for its Pride campaign and partnerships. The annual… Read the full press release

Marriott Rewards named 2015 Hotel Program of the Year in the Americas for the eighth year in a row by the Freddie Awards

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Bethesda, Md., 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelers once again say Marriott Rewards is the leading frequent travel program in the travel industry because of its commitment to its most loyal customers. The global loyalty program, which continually evolves to meet the changing needs of its members, is the all-time leading recipient of Freddie… Read the full press release

Travelport: Hotelzon enters into Spain and adds two new sales managers in France and the UK

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Langley, UK, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Hotelzon, a leading hotel distribution technology provider for the B2B travel industry, today announced its entry into Spain and the addition of two new sales managers in France and the UK. The developments form part of the ongoing expansion plans for the business since Travelport acquired Hotelzon… Read the full press release

Carlson Rezidor further strengthens its presence in Turkey by announcing two new Park Inn by Radisson properties in Istanbul

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Mid-market properties in Odayeri and Atasehir join portfolio in 2016 BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Rezidor, one of the most dynamic hotel groups worldwide, further strengthens its presence in Turkey by announcing two new Park Inn by Radisson properties in Istanbul: The Park Inn by Radisson Hotel & Residence Istanbul Odayeri… Read the full press release

Park Inn by Radisson Cape Town Newlands wins the “Diversity & Inclusion” award by The Guardian Sustainable Business Awards for employing 30% deaf employees within the hotel

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Park Inn by Radisson Cape Town Newlands wins the “Diversity & Inclusion” award by The Guardian Sustainable Business Awards, for employing as many as 30% deaf employees across all departments within the hotel. The award was received by one of the deaf staff members, Dale Holmes, Supervisor… Read the full press release

IHG and Pro Invest Group signed franchise agreement for 245-room Holiday Inn Express hotel in Adelaide’s Central Business District

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Adelaide, Australia, 2015-4-30 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and international investment company Pro Invest Group have signed a franchise agreement for a 245-room Holiday Inn Express hotel in Adelaide’s Central Business District (CBD). The hotel is the third to be signed under the master development agreement between IHG and Pro Invest, which… Read the full press release