Category Archives: Hospitality

Mark Best’s Pei Modern to launch in Sydney at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney on October 15, 2014

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Sydney, Australia, 2014-8-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Pei Modern, Mark Best’s internationally recognized modern bistro, will launch in Sydney at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney on October 15, 2014. Founded on the principles of bistronomie that demand a commitment to locally sourced, quality seasonal produce and wines that speak of their place and style, Pei Modern opened in Melbourne in 2012 to critical acclaim,… Read the full press release

Raffles opens hotel in Istanbul on 1 September 2014

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ISTANBUL, 2014-8-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Opening on 1 September 2014, Raffles is Istanbul’s most exciting new hotel, the perfect embodiment of the new young face of an ancient city – a beacon above the Bosphorus and an oasis of calm and cool. At the heart of the cutting-edge Zorlu Center, a modern-day bazaar where fashion,… Read the full press release

RCI and Plantation Resort renewed their multi-year affiliation agreement

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PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2014-8-22 — /Travel PR News/ — RCI and Plantation Resort recently renewed their multi-year affiliation agreement. The property has a long-standing affiliation with RCI®, and brings a high-quality property in South Carolina’s Grand Strand area to the exchange company’s approximately 3.7 million subscribing members. “Plantation Resort is pleased that we are continuing the mutually beneficial relationship… Read the full press release

Wyndham Hotel Group launches new on-line learning management system aimed at enhancing and expanding training opportunities for thousands of franchisees

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PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2014-8-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company with approximately 7,540 hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), today announced the launch of a new on-line learning management system aimed at enhancing and expanding training opportunities for  thousands of franchisees. Available at no additional cost to… Read the full press release

Wyndham Worldwide receives U.S. Veterans Magazine’s 2014 Best of the Best Award

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Designation affirms global hospitality company’s commitment to supporting veterans PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2014-8-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN), one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, received U.S. Veterans Magazine’s 2014 Best of the Best Award for its supplier diversity program and commitment to supporting veteran-owned businesses. This is the first time the Company received the… Read the full press release

AVIS Y MELIÁ HOTELS INTERNATIONAL, LA COMBINACIÓN PERFECTA PARA ESTAS VACACIONES

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Mallorca, España, 2014-8-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Avis, una de las compañías líderes en el alquiler de vehículos, ha creado “Stay & Drive”, un producto especial dirigido a los huéspedes de Meliá Hotels International. La estrecha colaboración entre ambas compañías ha hecho posible que Avis se conviertaen la compañía de alquiler de coches oficial de Meliá Hotels International. Además,… Read the full press release

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants acquires landmark building on South LaSalle Street for planned conversion into its fifth property in Chicago

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Adaptive reuse project will expand San Francisco-based company’s Windy City footprint to five hotels SAN FRANCISCO, 2014-8-20 — /Travel PR News/ — A pioneer in the hospitality industry for converting historic buildings into hotels, Kimpton plans to renovate and refurbish the landmark property on South LaSalle Street in the city’s central business district. Slated for a Q1… Read the full press release

TradeWinds Beach Resort: Guy Harvey Outpost hosts Lionfish Safari Tournament, September 6-7, 2014

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St. Pete Beach, FL, 2014-8-20 — /Travel PR News/ — TradeWinds Beach Resort: Guy Harvey Outpost hosts Lionfish Safari Tournament, September 6-7, 2014 When: September 6 – All Day– Lionfish Spearfishing Tournament September 7 – 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. – Tournament Weigh-In & Family Fun Day What: Guy Harvey Outpost, along with Reef Monitoring, Inc…. Read the full press release

The Hotel Hershey hosts annual Wine & Food Festival on September 12 to 14

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Wine and Dine September 12 to 14  Hershey, Pa., 2014-8-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Celebrating its fifth year, The Hotel Hershey Wine & Food Festival will be held across the grounds of the Hotel from September 12 to 14. Throughout the weekend, guests will experience unique events and treatments for all tastes, including a new beer tasting and home… Read the full press release

Marriott International supports three of its diversity partners: National Council of La Raza, National Urban League Young Professionals and National Association for the Advancement of Colored People

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Bethesda, Md., 2014-8-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International continues its commitment to diversity and inclusion through its support of three of its diversity partners – National Council of La Raza, National Urban League Young Professionals, and National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. The National Council of La Raza (NCLR) Líderes Initiative is a national program… Read the full press release

Marriott International expands its popular #LoveTravels campaign with inspiring personal journeys by notable travelers

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The Latest Iteration of the Campaign Features Inspiring Stories from Notable Travelers. Bethesda, Md., 2014-8-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International is expanding its popular #LoveTravels campaign to an exciting original content series that chronicles inspiring personal journeys by notable travelers. The next installment features soccer legend Tim Howard and cultural icon and entrepreneur Angela Simmons, each… Read the full press release

Marriott International, Inc. plans to open second hotel in Belarus under franchise agreement with Vienna International Hotelmanagement AG

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Brand new Marriott Minsk Hotel set to open in 2015 London, 2014-8-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) is expanding in Belarus with plans to open a second hotel in the country.  The 220-room Marriott Minsk Hotel is expected to open in early 2015 and will operate under a franchise agreement with Vienna International Hotelmanagement… Read the full press release

Aeroflot and InterContinental Hotels Group to cooperate over Aeroflot Bonus frequent flyer program

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MOSCOW, 2014-8-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroflot and major international hotel company InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) today announced the start of their cooperation focused on the Aeroflot Bonus frequent flyer program. From now on, program participants will be able to accrue bonus miles when they stay in IHG hotels around the world. InterContinental Hotels Group has a broad portfolio of nine hotel brands, including… Read the full press release

Leading Hotels of the World: Leading Hotels in Mexico Offer Excellent Fall Value

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New York, United States, 2014-8-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Set on a 500-yard stretch of private beach, Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita, an ultra-luxury boutique resort, comprises 90 graciously appointed one- and two-bedroom suites, all with private terraces and ocean views. Among the highlights of the resort are La Canoa, an award-winning restaurant; a world-class spa, which… Read the full press release

Oakwood Worldwide® to award six students with $15,000 total in scholarships and bursary awards through Howard F. Ruby Scholarship Program

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Howard F. Ruby Scholarship Fund Assists Six Children of Company Associates LOS ANGELES, 2014-8-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Worldwide®, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartment solutions, is pleased to award six dedicated and exemplary students with $15,000 total in scholarships and bursary awards through the Howard F. Ruby Scholarship Program. The program,… Read the full press release

Wyndham Worldwide gives families opportunity to enjoy one last vacation of the summer #AtTheWyndham during this week’s Wyndham Championship

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PGA Tour event offers something for everyone, from fun in the sun to charitable giving reensboro, N.C., 2014-8-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN), one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, is giving families an opportunity to enjoy one last vacation of the summer #AtTheWyndham during this week’s Wyndham Championship, August 14 – 17…. Read the full press release

Dusit Thani’s Basix honored with the Tripadvisor 2014 Certificate of Excellence

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BASIX RECEIVES TRIPADVISOR’S CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE MANILA, Philippines, 2014-8-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Dusit Thani all day dining restaurant Basix recently received the Tripadvisor 2014 Certificate of Excellence. Staying true to its promise of ensuring an enlivening experience for guests no matter the journey, Dusit Thani Manila never ceases to exceed expectations. Whether guests… Read the full press release

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University’s School of Hotel and Tourism Management and Hotel ICON launch “Tomorrow’s Guestrooms Design Competition – The Room of the Future”

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HONG KONG, 2014-8-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Following the success of the first round of “Tomorrow’s Guestrooms” Competition last year, the School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) announces design as the theme of the upcoming competition. The “Tomorrow’s Guestrooms Design Competition – The Room of the Future” will… Read the full press release

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company unveiled plans for its first golf resort in China when The Ritz-Carlton, Mission Hills opens in late 2015

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HONG KONG, China, 2014-8-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. has unveiled plans for its first golf resort in China when The Ritz-Carlton, Mission Hills opens in late 2015 on the tropical island of Hainan. Adding to the brand’s growing portfolio of luxury hotels and resorts in China, The Ritz-Carlton, Mission Hills will… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas named Gus Tejeda as its new Director of Marketing

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Veteran hotelier returns after opening the property as Director of Sales in 1999 Las Vegas,  2014-8-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The AAA Five Diamond Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas has named Gus Tejeda as its new Director of Marketing. Gus returns to the Hotel after serving on the property’s opening team as Director of Sales in 1999. As Director of… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca appoints Olivier Thomas as the property’s General Manager

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Prime urban waterfront property marks continued expansion of Four Seasons in Morocco    Toronto, Canada, 2014-8-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Excitement continues to build around the opening of Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca with the appointment ofOlivier Thomas as the property’s General Manager.  A 20-year hospitality industry veteran, Thomas was previously Hotel Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Prague. In August, Thomas will… Read the full press release

William Mackay appointed Senior VP Hotel Operations – Asia Pacific for Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

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Hong Kong, China, 2014-8-12 — /Travel PR News/ — After ten years at the helm of Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong as Regional Vice President and General Manager,William Mackay is leaving his beloved “home,” and will take on the position of Senior Vice President, Hotel Operations – Asia Pacific for Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. A true hotelier in every sense of… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC to host the 34th annual Sprint Four the Cure 5K run/walk on September 20, 2014 along the Potomac Parkway

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This annual chipped run/walk supports MedStar Washington Hospital Center’s Cancer Institute Washington, DC, 2014-8-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Hosted by Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC, the 34th annual Sprint Four the Cure 5K run/walk will be held on September 20, 2014 along the Potomac Parkway. Proceeds from this annual event support cancer research at Washington Cancer Institute at MedStar Washington Hospital… Read the full press release

Le Royal Monceau, Raffles Paris and Executive Chef Laurent André to celebrate the launch of Dom Pérignon Rosé 2003 Vintage from 1 September until 12 October

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PARIS, 2014-8-11 — /Travel PR News/ — From 1 September until 12 October, Le Royal Monceau, Raffles Paris and Executive Chef Laurent André celebrate the launch of Dom Pérignon Rosé 2003 Vintage, described by Dom Pérignon Brand as ‘‘a year of superlatives: one like no other, defined by extremes’’. The Parisian palace infused by art and… Read the full press release

The Hay-Adams named among the World’s Best Hotels in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2014

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WASHINGTON, D.C., 2014-8-8 — /Travel PR News/ — The Hay-Adams, one of the world’s leading luxury hotels, is pleased to announce that it was named among the World’s Best Hotels in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2014. Travel + Leisure spotlights the year’s top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruises, airlines and more in the 19th Annual World’s Best… Read the full press release

U.S. News and World Report ranks Club Carlson among the top five hotel rewards programs

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MINNEAPOLIS AND BRUSSELS, 2014-8-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Club CarlsonSM, the global hotel rewards program from Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, has been ranked among the top five hotel rewards programs by U.S. News and World Report. The publication evaluated 17 hotel rewards programs and used five key criteria to determine the best: network size, property diversity, geographic coverage,… Read the full press release

Carlson Rezidor: Five-star property G&V Royal Mile Hotel Edinburgh reveals its new uniforms

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Scottish design talent descends on the Royal Mile Edinburgh, 2014-8-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Tomorrow (Friday 1st August) five-star property, G&V Royal Mile Hotel Edinburgh will reveal its new uniforms. Guests at the hotel will be greeted by staff in the striking designs which have been created by leading Scottish design talent Judy R Clark. The… Read the full press release

Carlson Rezidor honoured with 12 World Travel Awards for its hotels at this year’s Award Gala Ceremony in Athens

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ATHENS, 2014-8-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Rezidor, one of the largest hotel groups worldwide, was honoured to receive a total of 12 World Travel Awards for its hotels at this year’s Award Gala Ceremony on 2nd August in Athens. Celebrating its 21st anniversary this year, the World Travel Awards sets the standard for all… Read the full press release

Wyndham Hotel Group to streamline distribution of property photos for its global portfolio of hotels to distribution channels and travel websites

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PARSIPPANY, N.J.,  2014-8-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company with approximately 7,540 hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), today announced that it will streamline distribution of property photos for its global portfolio of hotels to more than 6,000 leading global distribution channels and tens of thousands of… Read the full press release