Splendid Hotel & Spa, a member of Warwick International Hotels’ Collection, welcomes a new chef

Nice, 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Annie-Claire Lamand is the new head of the brigade to the restaurant Essenciel within the Splendid Hotel & Spa. Annie-Claire Lamand at the young age of 31 has honed her skills in several renowned establishments in Paris and in the South of France before founding with her husband her hotel-restaurant La Bastide… Read the full press release

The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris Triumphs Again in SpaFinder’s Annual Readers’ Choice Awards

The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris Triumphs Again in SpaFinder's Annual Readers' Choice Awards

The Spa is voted Best Spa in Europe and Best Spa in France Paris, France – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — SpaFinder, considered to be the leading magazine for spas and well being in the US, has published its annual ranking of the best spas in the world for 2012. The annual Reader’ Choice Awards are tabulated according to… Read the full press release

Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort And Different Pointe Of View Restaurant Recognized With AAA Four Diamond Rating

Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort and its renowned restaurant, Different Pointe of View, have been once again recognized as AAA Four-Diamond establishments during last night's award ceremony. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

Honors Mark Sixth Consecutive Year for Phoenix Resort and 23 Years for Noted Restaurant PHOENIX – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort and its renowned restaurant, Different Pointe of View, have been once again recognized as AAA Four-Diamond establishments during last night’s award ceremony. The ceremony honored Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort for… Read the full press release

Now Open: Rich Chinese Traditions Meet Modern Elegance and Style at the New Four Seasons Hotel Beijing

Close to Beijing's most fascinating sites

Five-star savvy travellers and the city’s elite flock to the first Four Seasons in China’s capital Beijing, China – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Beijing – since ancient times a centre of learning, achievement and power, more recently host to the world’s greatest sporting festival, and today, the cultural heart of China with its dynamic visual arts movement, rich… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo Sommelier Wins World Sake Championship

Hong Kong, 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kaoru Izuha, Assistant Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo’s sushi restaurant Sushi SORA, won this year’s prestigious Kikisake-shi (sake sommelier) Category of the Third Kikisake-shi World Championship. Ms Izuha claimed the honour out of 25,000 certified sake sommelier competitors. The Kikisake-shi World Championship, sponsored by the Sake Service Institute, selects the world’s… Read the full press release

VisitEngland Announces Eight New Marketing Campaigns to Boost Tourism in 2013

2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today at World Travel Market, VisitEngland announced plans to launch eight marketing campaigns in 2013 to run from January to boost domestic tourism next year.  The campaigns will cover the four key themes of countryside, heritage, culture and coastal, and will run in partnership with destinations from all over England as well as… Read the full press release

The Leading Hotels of the World Offers Guest Great Cold Weather Diversions

Skating, Bobsledding and Golfing in a Winter Wonderland NEW YORK, NY – 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — The air may be turning cooler, and the days are growing shorter, but those aren’t good reasons to stay indoors! As the calendar turns inexorably toward the close of 2013, now is a great time to make plans for a winter holiday,… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Boston Presents the Thanksgiving Twitorial

Four Seasons Hotel Boston Presents the Thanksgiving Twitorial

A two-week guide to the Hotel team’s hottest holiday tips Boston, U.S.A. – 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Thanksgiving is just two weeks away, and Four Seasons Hotel Boston is here to provide the hottest tips for hosts and hostesses with the mostest everywhere, so that they can enjoy a gourmet, festive and stress-free holiday. From Thursday, November 8,… Read the full press release

Arizona Office of Tourism Launches National, International Ad Campaigns Promoting Arizona as Top Travel Destination

Arizona Office of Tourism Launches National, International Ad Campaigns Promoting Arizona as Top Travel Destination

Efforts Mark Agency’s Return to National and International Campaign 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — This week, the Arizona Office of Tourism (AOT) launches both national and international advertising campaigns promoting Arizona as a world-class, travel destination. The campaigns mark the return of AOT’s promotional efforts to a national and international audience after a two year absence due… Read the full press release

Qatar welcomes the world at WTM London

Qatar welcomes the world at WTM London

Qatar, Doha,  2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Taking part in the world’s largest tourism and hospitality trade show, Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) takes central stage at UK’s World Travel Market (WTM) at ExCel in London from the 5th till the 9th of November 2012. Taking part in this global event, Qatar is strongly represented by a large… Read the full press release

Rejuvenate During the Holidays at The Spa At The Hotel Hershey

Hershey, Pa. – 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Spa At The Hotel Hershey offers guests and those special people on their holiday lists wonderful ways to relax, rejuvenate and indulge. From November 19 through January 31, The Spa At The Hotel Hershey will bring the holidays a little closer with its “Peppermint Holiday Hydration Facial” and a “Peppermint Hot Chocolate Immersion” treatments. The… Read the full press release

TORONTOLAND: A GIFT TO YOU THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

TORONTO,  2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Torontoland awaits you as it bustles with holiday-themed activities, events, and outdoor displays everyone can enjoy. Explore Toronto and all it has to offer with Tourism Toronto’s plethora of Torontoland hotel packages, from Hotel & Parking or Breakfast to Romantic Holiday, Family Holiday and even the Girls Night Out package. Starting at just $124… Read the full press release

TAT Uses Bloggers Award to Attract Attention at WTM London 2012

Bangkok, 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Tourism Authority of Thailand has teamed up with the World Travel Market, a major global travel industry event under way between Nov 6-9, to attract bloggers and writers to visit the show and win a free trip to Thailand by blogging about the country’s tourism attractions. Called Thailand Reunited #ThaiTales,… Read the full press release

Discover Santa’s Secret Garden at Hershey Gardens

Hershey, Pa. — 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — This December, Hershey Gardens will introduce a new family event for the holiday season. An array of children’s activities will link a traditional Christmas celebration with a message that shares the importance of taking care of each other and the green earth. Santa’s Secret Garden will be held Fridays… Read the full press release

A Thai Culinary Journey at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence

A Thai Culinary Journey at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence

 Introducing Lai Thai’s new chef Chantima Uber Cairo at The First Residence, Egypt – 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence announces the arrival of Lai Thai’s new chef Chantima Uber. Considered one of the best Thai restaurants in Cairo, Lai Thai offers exemplary culinary experiences that carefully balance modern fusion and at the… Read the full press release

THE PREFERRED HOTEL GROUP™ GUIDE TO HOLIDAY TRAVEL

Destinations Spread Festive Cheer from California to Ireland CHICAGO – 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — From in-room Christmas tree deliveries to bedtime tuck-ins from Santa Claus, members of Preferred Hotel Group’s global portfolio of independent luxury hotels are offering memorable experiences this holiday season. Whether looking to celebrate holiday cheer on the California coast or in the Irish… Read the full press release

DoubleTree by Hilton Tees Off in Spain with Golf Resort

Hilton Worldwide today announced that it has signed a franchise agreement with Urbano Rural Hotelera SL to open its first DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Spain. Credit: DoubleTree by Hilton

Upscale DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Spa Emporda to be Brand’s First Spanish Property GIRONA, Spain – 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide today announced that it has signed a franchise agreement with Urbano Rural Hotelera SL to open its first DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Spain. Set to convert by the end of the year,… Read the full press release

Nevada’s American Indian culture takes center stage in November

Explore American Indian culture, from creation stories to modern-day life, this November in Nevada 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — The state is home to three major American Indian tribes — Washoe, Paiute and Western Shoshone — all with rich and nuanced histories and traditions to share. Recognizing the contributions of American Indians, Gov. Brian Sandoval has proclaimed… Read the full press release

Hilton Mumbai International Airport Appoints Kasturi Deo As Executive Housekeeper

Hilton Mumbai International Airport today announced the appointment of Kasturi Deo as Executive Housekeeper. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

MUMBAI – 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Mumbai International Airport today announced the appointment of Kasturi Deo as Executive Housekeeper. Vikas Kapai, general manager, Hilton Mumbai International Airport, said, “Kasturi has more than a decade of experience. She will be a valuable asset to the team at the hotel. I welcome Kasturi on behalf of the… Read the full press release

10th Anniversary Treatment Offered by the Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi

10th Anniversary Treatment Offered by the Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi

Anniversary – Total Care is a new luxurious and relaxing face and full body treatment Tokyo at Marunouchi, Japan – 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi presents a luxurious and relaxing face and full body 10th anniversary treatment, Anniversary – Total Care, at the price of JPY 48,000 for a Day Spa Package and JPY 43,000 for… Read the full press release

Vermont Serves up Happy Thanksgivings with Snowy, Green Mountain Getaways

2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — In the spirit of giving thanks and spreading cheer this November, Vermont Tourism has gathered a collection of events, dinners and Thanksgiving lodging packages to enrich your season. Here’s an amuse-bouche; all the fixings can be found at VermontVacation.com. EVENTS Holiday Open House at the Brownington Museum Nov. 17 Thanksgiving treats will served… Read the full press release

Hampton Inn Hadley-Amherst Hosts Hampton Helps Cub Scouts Bottle And Can Drive

Hotel Joins Approximately 300,000 Team Members Across 90 Countries and Territories to Celebrate the First Annual Hilton Worldwide Global Week of Service HADLEY, Ma. – 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — In honor of Hilton Worldwide’s first annual Global Week of Service, November 11 – 18, the Hampton Inn Hadley-Amherst Area is hosting a community-wide Hampton Helps event… Read the full press release

Celebrate the Holidays with Culinary Delights from The Blvd at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel

Celebrate the Holidays with Culinary Delights from The Blvd at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel

From Thanksgiving to Christmas and New Year’s Eve, The Blvd has created unforgettable feasts for the festive season ahead Los Angeles in Beverly Hills (Beverly Wilshire), U.S.A. – 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Celebrate the season with exceptional culinary experiences with family and friends in The Blvd at Beverly Wilshire, A Four SeasonsHotel. This year, Executive Chef Gilles Arzur and his team have… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco Debuts Luxurious Saks Fifth Avenue Holiday Shopping Package

Eliminate shopping stress with fashionable discounts, personal shopping services, and après-shopping festive holiday cocktails San Francisco, U.S.A. – 2012-11-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco invites guests to celebrate the holidays in style with the Saks Fifth Avenue Holiday Shopping Package, launching today. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco has partnered with San Francisco’s premier shopping destination, Saks Fifth Avenue,… Read the full press release

Operation Mountains of Love: Vermont Ski Areas to Support Sandy Recovery in NY, NJ, CT Host Boston and Online Fundraising Drive

Boston, MA – 2012-11-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Vermont’s ski resorts are launching a fundraising campaign this week in Boston, and online, to help residents of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut impacted by super storm Sandy. Dubbed Operation Mountains of Love, 100% of the funds raised will go to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. “Our… Read the full press release

Holiday Happenings at Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas

Holiday Happenings at Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colina

Four Seasons hosts a festive holiday season of gatherings and events Dallas, U.S.A. – 2012-11-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — To celebrate the holidays, Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas has put together an amazing calendar of events and activities to get everyone into the holiday spirit. From Thanksgiving to New Year’s, guests will enjoy every moment of… Read the full press release

Marriott and Renaissance Caribbean & Mexico Resorts ‘Return The Kindness’ to Those with the “Spirit To Serve”

Marriott and Renaissance Caribbean & Mexico Resorts 'Return The Kindness' to Those with the “Spirit To Serve”

New Facebook Contest to Award Selfless Volunteers With Vacation and Charitable Support 2012-11-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott and Renaissance Caribbean & Mexico Resorts is looking to find and reward ten people who embody the “Spirit to Serve,” a philosophy of Marriott International’s corporate platform which includes social responsibility and community involvement, among other philosophies. For the… Read the full press release

Capella Pedregal Launches Inaugural Month of Romance – Luxury resort celebrate love with romance themed packages and amenities throughout February 2013

CABO SAN LUCAS, MEXICO, 2012-11-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — In February 2013 Capella Pedregal, Cabo San Lucas’ premier luxury resort, will launch its inaugural Month of Romance, featuring packages and amenities that will sweep couples off their feet. Capella Pedregal understands that the celebration of love cannot be contained to one day a year and has therefore created… Read the full press release

MRS BEATRICE TOLLMAN RECOGNISED AS EUROPEAN HOTELIER OF THE YEAR 2012

2012-11-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mrs Beatrice Tollman, President and Founder of the luxurious Red Carnation Hotel Collection has been awarded Hotelier of the Year at the European Hospitality Awards 2012. Bea Tollman has been recognised for continuingly unparalleled levels of service, excellence and luxury across all of the collection’s five and four star properties in Europe,… Read the full press release

Wine Picks from Four Seasons Hotel Austin for a Perfectly Paired Holiday Dinner

Sommelier Mark Sayre

Festive wine suggestions from award-winning sommelier Mark Sayre Austin, U.S.A. – 2012-11-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — After days of planning and hours of cooking, the last thing anyone wants is a wine that makes the food at their holiday feast fall flat. “Food is typically the star at holiday gatherings such as Thanksgiving and Christmas, but what… Read the full press release