SYDNEY, 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Following an outstanding award-winning year Hilton Sydney has been honoured with a prestigious “Gold Circle” award from Agoda.com – Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq: PCLN). The award is in recognition of hotels that lead by example in the competitive hospitality industry. Hilton Sydney is… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Hospitality
TownePlace Suites Brings Warmth and Smiles to Kids This Winter Season
Hotel brand continues annual blanket-making tradition for children’s hospitals. 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — It may be cold outside this time of year, but TownePlace Suites by Marriott is spreading warmth and comfort to those who need it most – patients at Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. This season, TownePlace Suites service team members, owners, franchisees and guests… Read the full press release
Marriott’s Year of Historic Milestones Culminates “Without Reservations”
Lodging Industry Icon Bill Marriott Reveals Secrets of Success in New Book On Sale Now Through Major eRetailers. 2013-01-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — After 40 years at the helm of one of the largest global hotel empires, executive chairman of Marriott International (NYSE: MAR) J.W. “Bill” Marriott, Jr., offers a revealing and candid glimpse of what he… Read the full press release
Hard Rock International Submits Application to Develop Hard Rock Hotel & Casino New England
World-class development will create iconic and authentic destination resort property and enhance the area’s event and exhibition industry Unique organizations with strong legacy of philanthropy, entertainment and tourism Major economic program to drive revenue, jobs and impact throughout Western Massachusetts region Orlando, Fla., 2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hard Rock International – owner of one of the… Read the full press release
Workspace as Easy to Book as a Hotel Room – Now Testing at Marriott
2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Now Marriott offers a choice of flexible work and meeting space easy to find and simple to reserve, just like a hotel room. Workspace on Demand (workspaceondemand.marriott.com) is a new service being tested among hotels primarily in the Washington, DC and San Francisco areas. People can book small meeting space, as well… Read the full press release
Marriott Hotels & Resorts Continues To Grow In China With The Opening Of The Shanghai Marriott Hotel Pudong East
Marriott International’s Flagship Brand Opens Its 14th Hotel In Shanghai, China. 2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International, Inc (NYSE:MAR) today announced the opening of the 323-room Shanghai Marriott Hotel Pudong East under a long-term management agreement with Shanghai Hengchang Industry Co., Ltd. Marriott Hotels & Resorts is the company’s flagship brand with more than 500 properties… Read the full press release
Rezidor signed four new hotel projects and opened five new hotels in Q4-2012
2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Rezidor Hotel Group signed four new hotels with over 1,200 rooms and opened five new hotels with 1,100 rooms in the fourth quarter of 2012. Year-to-date, the group added 30 hotels with 7,100 rooms to its pipeline and opened 18 hotels featuring 4,000 rooms. Two franchised hotels with 250 rooms left… Read the full press release
LOEWS HOTELS & RESORTS ANNOUNCES LOEWS CHICAGO HOTEL OPENING IN 2015
NEW YORK, NY, 2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Loews Hotels & Resorts, a wholly owned-subsidiary of Loews Corporation (NYSE: L), today announced that the company will open a new property in Chicago. The hotel is being developed by Chicago-based DRW Trading Group (DRW) and designed by the architectural firm Solomon Cordwell Buenz. The Loews Chicago Hotel will… Read the full press release
Deal of the Year Awards Presented at the Hotel Investment Forum India
2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — The hosts of Hotel Investment Forum India (HIFI) have announced the winners of the Deal of the Year awards (hotels opened November 2011 – October 2012) in the categories of Budget and Mid-Priced Scale, First Class and Upper Mid-Scale, and Luxury and Upscale. The awards were presented at Hotel Investment Forum India… Read the full press release
Ke’alaonapua Kadooka Joins Four Seasons Resorts Lanai as Learning and Development Manager
Revered Hawaiian cultural expert infuses enriching programs to Lanai. 2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ke’alaonapua Kadooka has been named as Learning and Development Manager of Four Seasons Resorts Lanai. In her new role, Kadooka will oversee employee training and development for new and current employees. She will be responsible for perpetuating the Hawaiian culture into employee development… Read the full press release
The Spa at Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara Tops TripAdvisor’s List of 10 Best Hotel Spas in the US
Relaxing oceanfront retreat offers alluring options for starting 2013 with a breather. 2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — TripAdvisor has crowned The Spa at Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara #1 on its list of the top 10 hotel spas in the US. The list is based on the most highly rated four and five star hotel spas according to the quality and… Read the full press release
Group Demand on the Mend in Time for New Year
TravelClick Data Shows Hotel Performance Closes Out Year Strong and Continues to Show Positive Gains in 2013 NEW YORK, 2013-01-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — After a dip in demand over the past couple of months, group occupancy is once again beginning to increase, according to data from the December 2012 TravelClick North American Hospitality Review (NAHR). When… Read the full press release
Retreat at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, A Four Seasons Hotel, with the Winter Escape Offer
Guests will enjoy 25 percent savings on a two-night stay plus complimentary parking. 2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — This winter, escape cabin fever at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, AFour Seasons Hotel, with the new Winter Escape offer and enjoy 25 percent savings on a two-night stay and complimentary parking. At The Ritz-Carlton Chicago guests can come in, cozy up and enjoy… Read the full press release
Sweet Rendezvous For Two
A Celebration of Love at Dusit Thani Manila Makati, Philippines, 2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — They say love makes the world go round. Here at Dusit Thani Manila, our world revolves around you and in making you and your special someone feel loved every step of the way all year through. Whether to celebrate silver or golden… Read the full press release
Hotel Maya presents new monthly Latin Brunch Series in Fuego for 2013
Executive Chef Victor Juarez takes guests on a culinary trip through Latin America, first stop Mexico LONG BEACH, Calif., 2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Fuego guests can now tour Latin America without ever leaving Long Beach as Executive Chef Victor Juarez presents the new Latin Brunch Series – first stop Mexico on Sunday, Jan. 20 from 11… Read the full press release
LUX* Resorts to Host Underwater Festival, 15-21 APRIL 2013
2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — LUX* Maldives will host the second edition of the internationally recognised ‘Underwater Festival’, from 15 to 21 April 2013. Activities will include underwater photo and video courses, on-the-beach themed film screenings, film editing coaching sessions, as well as free diving and apnea courses. Courses will be led by experts including BBC film… Read the full press release
WILD WEEDS & WINE AT WALLIS & ED
Sourcing and Foraging Nature’s Best Melbourne Food & Wine Festival « The act of putting into your mouth what the earth has grown is perhaps your most direct interaction with the earth. » (Joseph Wood Crutch, Naturalist 1893 – 1970). Melbourne, 2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Two of Australia’s most respected natural wine producers – Anton Von Klopper… Read the full press release
Thistle Piccadilly reveals brand new look
2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Thistle Piccadilly is celebrating the completion of an extensive refurbishment, as part of a wider £45 million investment across the Thistle London property portfolio. The renovation of Thistle Piccadilly has transformed all 82 bedrooms, offering guests a contemporary and stylish base ideal for both business and leisure travel. All bedrooms benefit… Read the full press release
Wyndham Hotel Group Brands 56 Hotels Throughout U.S.
PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company with nearly 7,260 hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), today announced that, through a deal with affiliates of Colony Capital, LLC, including Colony Financial, Inc., it has branded 56 properties throughout the mid-Atlantic and southeast corridor of the U.S. Formerly Jameson Inn properties,… Read the full press release
Dusit Executive Stay Room Package
Providing a promise of granduer and convenience to exceed any business travelers’ needs Makati, Philippines, 2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Blending elegance and functionality, optimise the essentials of business travel with the Dusit Executive Stay Room Package that includes luxe and comfortable premium accommodation, complimentary Wi-Fi service, Club access and full benefits and an array of well-thought of… Read the full press release
IHG’s groundbreaking Academy Programme Celebrates its 150th Partner Globally
2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, today celebrates the launch of its 150th IHG Academy in China. The global IHG Academy Programme partners with community organisations and education providers in local markets, to offer skills development and improve employment prospects of the local population. The IHG Academy Programme has… Read the full press release
Paradisus Punta Cana Resort unveils new Gabi beach and reimagined restaurants
2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Paradisus Punta Cana, the luxury all-inclusive Caribbean resort, announces the completion of its GABI beach restaurant and bar and its redesigned Royal Service LA PALAPA restaurant – the social epicenters of the resort—in addition to several reimagined dining venues throughout the property. These new renovations bring Paradisus Resorts’ signature restaurant concepts to Paradisus Punta Cana, aligning… Read the full press release
ALIS AWARDS FINALISTS ANNOUNCED
2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Most Noteworthy Hospitality Investment Deals and Executives to be Honored at ALIS Conference Executives and companies responsible for the most influential hospitality industry developments in 2012, will be honored during the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS), January 22-24 at the JW Marriott and NOKIA Theatre at L.A. LIVE. Nominees are considered for the… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok Holds 6th Cancer Care Charity Fun Run in Lumpini Park on February 23, 2013
Proceeds from the run to benefit the Hematological Cancer Research Center at Chulalongkorn Hospital. 2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok is organizing its sixth Cancer Care Charity Fun Run in Lumpini Park on Saturday, February 23, 2013, in association with the Thai Red Cross Society and other valuable partners. Proceeds from the Run will go towards research projects… Read the full press release
Rezidor opens the Park Inn by Radisson, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the fastest growing hotel companies worldwide and a member of the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, today has opened the Park Inn by Radisson, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. The 150-rooms flagship brings the dynamic mid-market brand Park Inn by Radisson to the Netherlands; and strengthens Rezidor’s position as one… Read the full press release
Get Bowled Over this Month at deca RESTAURANT + BAR at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, A Four Seasons Hotel
Daily “Comfort in a Bowl” specials and “Comfort in a Bowl with Beer” dinner January 26. 2013-01-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — This winter, let deca RESTAURANT bowl you over with the new “Comfort in a Bowl” menu – featuring slow cooked hearty meals that warm from inside out at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, A Four Seasons Hotel. Remember those… Read the full press release
Dining With The Stars 2013 – Operatic Delights At Mandarin Oriental, Munich
Hong Kong, 2013-01-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Created with opera aficionados in mind, Mandarin Oriental, Munich’s popular “Dining with the stars” event will this year offer the opportunity to enjoy a very exclusive operatic experience, including three exceptional concerts in just three days. Taking place from 23 to 26 February 2013, “Dining with the stars” provides guests the chance… Read the full press release
Accor signs partnership with ESSCA to develop its pool of Revenue Managers
Accor, which seeks highly qualified and rapidly operational individuals, continues to deploy its training and pre-recruitment policy in schools with a Revenue Management course. 2013-01-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — On January 8th, 2013, in the presence of Jean-Luc Chrétien, Accor’s Executive Vice-President Sales, Distribution and Loyalty, Evelyne Chabrot, Accor’s Chief Human Resources Officer, and Agnès Roquefort, Accor’s Chief… Read the full press release
Wyndham Hotel Group’s TRYP by Wyndham Brand Debuts in Turkey
PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2013-01-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company with nearly 7,260 hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), today announced the introduction of its select-service TRYP by WyndhamSM hotel brand in Turkey with the opening of the 108-room TRYP by Wyndham Istanbul Taksim. The 10-story hotel is centrally located in Taksim, the… Read the full press release
SUITE DEALS AND SHOPPING SPREES FROM PREFERRED HOTEL GROUP
“Preferred Suites” and “I Love Paris” Packages Present Luxurious Perks for 2013 Travels CHICAGO, 2013-01-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — All new for 2013, the “Preferred Suites” and “I Love Paris” offers from Preferred Hotel Group™ are ideal for travelers who want to splurge – and save – on suite accommodations or who long for a dose of world-class culture… Read the full press release