Category Archives: Hospitality

Oakwood Worldwide adds 60-unit multifamily apartment complex in Los Angeles to its portfolio

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LOS ANGELES, 2015-8-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Worldwide®, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartment solutions, today announced it has added a 60-unit multifamily apartment complex in Los Angeles, newly renamed Oakwood Miracle Mile, to its global portfolio of managed apartments. The luxury apartment complex, originally known as Viridian, was purchased by… Read the full news article

Airbnb signed 500 new companies to its Airbnb for Business program within 24 hours of launching

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Within 24 hours of debut of new corporate dashboard, more than 500 companies join Airbnb for Business Business Demand for Airbnb Surges as Company Sees Record Corporate Signups Within 24 hours of debut of new corporate dashboard, more than 500 companies join Airbnb for Business SAN FRANCISCO, 2015-8-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Airbnb, the world’s… Read the full news article

Palace Resorts to add Apple TV devices and Smart Televisions in select guestrooms of the brand’s oceanfront properties throughout Mexico and the Caribbean

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MIAMI, Fla., 2015-8-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Palace Resorts, the company that sets the standard in five-star, all-inclusive resort accommodations, is proud to announce the addition of Apple TV devices and Smart Televisions in select guestrooms of the brand’s oceanfront properties throughout Mexico and the Caribbean.* Palace Resorts guests now have the ability to log-on to… Read the full news article

Singapore Tiger Airways Private Limited held a press conference at Marco Polo Jinjiang

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SINGAPORE, 2015-8-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Tiger Airways Private Limited held a press conference on the new route that will be opened on 29 September, 2015 between Singapore and Jinjiang. The relevant department leaders, including Quanzhou Tourism Bureau, Jinjiang Tourism Bureau, Overseas Affairs Office of Quanzhou and Jinjiang attached great importance and attended… Read the full news article

David Jenkins appointed Vice President Business Development Russia & CIS Rezidor Hotel Group

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2015-8-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The Rezidor Hotel Group, the leading international operator in Russia & CIS, has appointed David Jenkins as Vice President Business Development Russia & CIS, effective 14th September 2015. David joins Rezidor from Jones Lang Lasalle Hotels & Hospitality Group where he served as Executive Vice President Russia… Read the full news article

Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel hosts the international water conference World Water Week in Stockholm, 23 – 28 August

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The lack of clean drinking water is a significant problem worldwide. Although our planet consists of 71% water, only 1% is drinkable. About 750 million people have no access to clean drinking water, and every 20 seconds a child dies from waterborne diseases. Experts predict that more than half of world’s population will suffer from… Read the full news article

Global leader in vacation exchange RCI added 26 new properties to its affiliate exchange network in Q2 2015

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PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2015-8-24 — /Travel PR News/ — RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), added 26 new properties to its affiliate exchange network during the second quarter of 2015, raising its newly-affiliated property number to 58 through the first half of the year. The additions… Read the full news article

Samie Barr to become VP global brands Hyatt Hotels Corporation

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Barr to lead brand experience marketing for Hyatt Regency and Grand Hyatt CHICAGO, 2015-8-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that Hyatt has named Samie Barr as vice president, global brands. Barr will be responsible for the brand development and management of the Hyatt Regency and Grand Hyatt brands. She will… Read the full news article

Marriott will open its first hotel in Iceland in 2018, The Reykjavik EDITION

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Reykjavik, Iceland, 2015-8-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) together with Ian Schrager and Carpenter & Company announced that it will open its first hotel in Iceland in 2018, The Reykjavik EDITION.  EDITION, the first true luxury-lifestyle brand, combines the personal, intimate, individualized and unique hotel experience that Ian Schrager is known for, with… Read the full news article

Marriott to open its first establishment in Ghana the Protea Hotel Select Takoradi

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Marriott International’s footprint in Middle East and Africa extends to 19 countries Cape Town, South Africa, 2015-8-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) has announced the opening of the Protea Hotel Select Takoradi, its first establishment in Ghana. “This opening under the Protea Hotels brand reinforces our focus on continuing to grow… Read the full news article

The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans unveils its newest art installation to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina

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With a New Art installation   New Orleans, 2015-8-21 — /Travel PR News/ — To commemorate the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans unveils its newest art installation titled, Reflections of Recovery. Local artist Kit Wohl curated this display to allow locals, hotel guests and tourists to look into the bright future of New Orleans… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort recognised as the winner of the Best Family Program by Virtuoso 2015 Best of the Best hotel awards

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Four Seasons Resort Orlando recognised for excellence in the category of Best Family Program Orlando, FL, 2015-8-20 — /Travel PR News/ — International luxury travel network Virtuoso announced the winners of its prestigious 2015 Best of the Best hotel awards on August 12, 2015 at its 27th annual Virtuoso Travel Week conference, where Four Seasons… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts announces the appointment of Rolf Lippuner as General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh

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Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts appoints Rolf Lippuner as new General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 2015-8-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has announced the appointment of Rolf Lippuner as General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh. Lippuner, who joined Four Seasons in 2008, was… Read the full news article

Burba Hotel Network announces that this year’s Hotel Investment Conference Europe (Hot.E) 2015 will feature two special sessions focusing on Montenegro

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Costa Mesa, CA, 2015-8-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Burba Hotel Network (BHN), hosts of the upcoming Hotel Investment Conference Europe (Hot.E) 2015, are pleased to announce that this year’s program will feature two special sessions focusing on Montenegro. Hot.E will be held in London on 28-29 September 2015, at the Jumeirah Carlton Tower. A… Read the full news article

Strategic Hotels & Resorts retains J.P. Morgan; explores potential sale

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CHICAGO, 2015-8-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Strategic Hotels & Resorts, Inc.(NYSE: BEE) announced today that its Board of Directors is exploring possible strategic alternatives for the Company, including the potential sale of the Company. The Company has retained J.P. Morgan as financial advisor. “Our Board of Directors and management team remain committed to acting… Read the full news article

Marriott International’s award winning #LoveTravels campaign launches new portrait and video series featuring Latino influencers

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Diego Boneta, Diane Guerrero and Boyce Avenue Bethesda, Md., 2015-8-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International’s award winning #LoveTravels campaign is launching a new portrait and video series featuring recognized Latino influencers Diane Guerrero (OITNB, Jane the Virgin), Diego Boneta (Scream Queens), and Boyce Avenue (YouTube music sensation).  #LoveTravels encourages all travelers to explore… Read the full news article

Marriott International, Inc. announces that Tricia Primrose has been appointed Global Chief Communications & Public Affairs Officer

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Bethesda, Md., 2015-8-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced today that Tricia Primrose has been appointed Global Chief Communications & Public Affairs Officer.  Primrose joins Marriott from Rational 360, a strategic public relations and communications firm where she has been a Partner since 2013 providing counsel and communications support for… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano names Ali Mohammed as Hotel Manager

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A Four Seasons success story landing on the Mediterranean shores Alexandria, Egypt, 2015-8-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano announces the appointment of Ali Mohammed to the position of Hotel Manager. After 15 years outside his homeland of Egypt, Ali returns back to the Mediterranean shores with a wide experience that… Read the full news article

JHM Hotels chairman of the board and CEO H.P. Rama to be honored with Lifetime Achievement Award at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit

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Costa Mesa, CA, 2015-8-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Hasmukh P. (H.P.) Rama, chairman of the board and CEO of JHM Hotels, will be honored with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS), January 25-27, 2016, in Los Angeles. This prominent award is presented to an individual who has made significant… Read the full news article

China’s prima ballerina Tan Yuan Yuan joins Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® “Rosewood Curators” as the Beijing advisor

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BEIJING, 2015-8-13 — /Travel PR News/ — China’s prima ballerina Tan Yuan Yuan has joined Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® “Rosewood Curators” as the Beijing advisor, joining a carefully selected group of luminaries and leaders sharing insider secrets, travel tips and favorite activities in Rosewood destinations around the world. Hailed as one of the most outstanding… Read the full news article

Marco Polo Wuhan awarded Creative Partner Trophy from the British Consulate General

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WUHAN, China, 2015-8-13 — /Travel PR News/ — It was an honor and proud moment for Marco Polo Wuhan to receive the first ever awarded Creative Partner Trophy from the British Consulate General in a special ceremony at the hotel today. Mr. Nick Whittingham, the Consul General of the British Consulate-General Wuhan expressed his great… Read the full news article

Wyndham Worldwide recognized by the Orlando Sentinel as one of its “Top 100 Companies for Working Families” for the 12th year

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Parsippany, NJ, 2015-8-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Worldwide, (NYSE: WYN), one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, has been recognized by the Orlando Sentinel as one of its “Top 100 Companies for Working Families” for the 12th year, placing 17th overall. The annual award recognizes Central Florida companies that make family a top… Read the full news article

Sol House lanza Flirtie: una app móvil para conocer gente en sus hoteles de Mallorca

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La marca continúa potenciando las redes sociales para transformar la experiencia hotelera de sus clientes y crea para ello una nueva comunidad virtual Mallorca, España, 2015-8-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Las redes sociales han calado de lleno en los hoteles de la marca Sol, que le ha tomado el pulso a las nuevas generaciones… Read the full news article

Autostadt in Wolfsburg and The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company renew management agreement

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Chevy Chase, MD, 2015-8-12 — /Travel PR News/ — After over 15 years of successful co-operation, the Autostadt in Wolfsburg and The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company have renewed the management agreement, confirming the continuity of their successful relationship. Located in Northern Germany, the luxury hotel is set within Autostadt, an automobile theme park next to the headquarters… Read the full news article

InterContinental Hotels Group opens the first Holiday Inn® hotel in the Santa Fe district of Mexico City

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Hotel is located in the heart of the newest and most modern area of the city MEXICO, D.F.,  2015-8-11 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announces the opening of the first Holiday Inn® hotel in the Santa Fe district of Mexico City. The 95-room new-build… Read the full news article

Mandarin Oriental, Sanya with the collaboration of French naturopath Liliane Israel to introduce Gourmet Healthy Delights menus

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Hong Kong, 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Sanya has collaborated with acclaimed French naturopath Liliane Israel to introduce Gourmet Healthy Delights menus.  Based on her Wellness GastronomyTM  concept, the new dishes offered at Pavilion and Yi Yang Cantonese restaurants are designed to connect the pleasure of dining with an awareness of eating… Read the full news article

Starwood Maldives appoints Mr. Paul Yui as the new Director of Sales & Marketing and Mr. Jorge Fernandez as the new Director of Revenue Management

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MALDIVES, 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Starwood Maldives has appointed Mr. Paul Yui as the new Director of Sales & Marketing and Mr. Jorge Fernandez as the new Director of Revenue Management for its two properties in the Maldives. With over a decade long career with Starwood Hotels & Resorts, both Jorge and Paul brings invaluable experience… Read the full news article

The Remedy cocktail bar and lounge now open to the public at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail

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Vail’s new “cure-all” cocktail bar and lounge is now serving locals and visitors Vail, 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The Vail Valley’s most anticipated hotspot, The Remedy, is now open to the public. The newest addition to the destination’s evolving food and beverage scene welcomes guests as an innovative cocktail bar, restaurant and lounge… Read the full news article

Celebrity floral designer Eric Buterbaugh will host arrangement workshops at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

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Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — For the first time ever, Hollywood’s most sought after celebrity florist will host quarterly workshops on creating arrangements that make a statement. Dubbed “The King of Roses” by Harper’s Bazaar, Resident Floral Designer Eric Buterbaugh will host arrangement workshops, lending his legendary expertise to… Read the full news article

Chef Ford Fry to unveil Bar Margot at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta on September 28, 2015

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Atlanta, U.S.A., 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — James Beard Award nominee Chef Ford Fry, well-known in the Atlanta area for his successful chef-driven restaurants JCT. Kitchen & Bar, no. 246, The Optimist, King + Duke, St. Cecilia, The El Felix, Superica and Marcel, will unveil Bar Margot at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta later this year…. Read the full news article