HARRY JAVER NAMED 2013 ANNUAL GIVING CAMPAIGN CHAIR

Cites Need for Industry to Support Student Scholarships 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Harry Javer has been named chair of the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation (AH&LEF) Fund Development Committee, which is responsible for overseeing the Annual Giving campaign, the group’s primary fundraising vehicle. Javer is founder and president of The Conference Bureau and the co-founder… Read the full news article

Be the “Beauty on the Beach” This Spring Break with Help from The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

Just in time for Spring Break, The Spa introduces a special package to prep for that vacation in the sun. 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Be the beauty on the beach this spring break or for that beach escape with help from The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago. The Spa introduces the new Beauty and the Beach package, which combines a sand… Read the full news article

Hilton Pattaya Launches New Promotion ‘Juicy Mani Smoothie Pedi’ At eforea: spa at Hilton

A Uniquely Indulgent Experience Makes It Easy to Have a Healthy Lifestyle PATTAYA, Thailand, 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Pattaya today unveiled its latest promotion ‘Juicy Mani Smoothie Pedi’ at eforea: spa at Hilton. Available from February 11, 2013 on Level 17 between 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, guests can enjoy a new healthy range… Read the full news article

Mum’s The Word This Mother’s Day At Four Seasons Hotel Dublin

Lovely ways to pamper mothers on March 10. 2013-02-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — This year, why not create unforgettable memories and celebrate Mothers Day on Sunday, March 10, 2013 atFour Seasons Hotel Dublin? Guests will be spoiled for choice as the possibilities are endless, including a special Sunday Brunch in Seasons Restaurant, where Executive Chef Terry White’s menu will delight and inspire;… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Resort Vail Announces Spring Break Offers

Escape to high elevation this Spring with “Midweek Mogul” or “Third Night Free” specials fromFour Seasons. 2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Vail announces its special offers for Spring Break – Midweek Mogul and Stay Longer -Third Night Free. “Spring is a popular time to visit Vail, as spring skiing lends itself to warmer temperatures, yet you still have the vast… Read the full news article

Summer Sun in Portugal at the 4* Marina Club

2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — The stylish Marina Club occupies an enviable position right in the heart of Lagos marina. Conveying an overriding sense of space and tranquillity and with chic, minimalist decor, this property offers the highest standards of furnishings, service and facilities, and will appeal to those looking for something a little special and different,… Read the full news article

PATA Annual Summit to Define and Advance the ‘Complete Visitor Economy’

Bangkok, 2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Leaders of the Complete Visitor Economy will gather for the 2013 PATA Annual Summit (2013PAS) in Bangkok April 25-28, 2013. Confirmed speakers include Taleb Rifai, Secretary General, UNWTO; Gloria Guevara, Former Secretary of Tourism, Mexico; Lothar Pehl, Senior VP Operations and Global Initiatives, Starwood Hotels and Resorts; Abid Butt, CEO, Banyan… Read the full news article

Executive Conference Center At Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Receives Prestigious Certification

International Association of Conference Centers Approves Area’s Premier Meeting Facility TUCSON, Ariz., 2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf & Tennis Resort today announced that its 11,000 square-foot contemporary conference center received the coveted approval from the International Association of Conference Centers (IACC). Only select conference centers that meet stringent quality standards and provide… Read the full news article

Hilton Palacio del Rio Appoints Bethany Reese As Sales Manager

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, 2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Zachry Hospitality today announced appointment of Bethany Reese as sales manager at Hilton Palacio del Rio. TJ Pritchard, director of sales, Hilton Palacio del Rio said, “Bethany’s role will be to maintain the hotel’s position in the Texas association and convention market. Her well rounded experience includes sales, catering… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta Master Sommelier Suyanto Wins First Prize in Indonesian Sommelier Competition

Suyanto will represent Indonesia in the World Sommelier Competition in Tokyo this March. 2013-02-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta announces that its own Senior Master Sommelier Suyanto has been recognized as the Best Wine Sommelier in the Indonesian Sommelier Competition. The Indonesian Sommelier Competition was held on January 25, 2013, with the last remaining four… Read the full news article

Jay Miller Named Director of Golf at Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo

New director is 17-year resident of Costa Rica, 8-yearFour Seasons veteran, tropical turfgrass specialist and award-winning conservationist. 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jay Miller has been promoted to Director of Golf at Four SeasonsResort Costa Rica. He was previously Director of Golf Operations at the Resort since the opening of the Arnold Palmer signature golf course in 2005. “We are grateful… Read the full news article

Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel Unveils $30 Million Guest Room Redesign

Washington, DC, 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel, situated at 999 9th Street at K Street, NW,  announced the completion of the redesign of its 807 guest rooms and suites, a 30 million dollar investment by its owners, Sunstone Hotels.   Renaissance Hotels is a lifestyle brand within the Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:… Read the full news article

Splash Into Wellbeing And Fitness At Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London

Hong Kong, 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London is delighted to announce an addition to its luxury facilities with the opening of a new swimming pool and fitness centre, scheduled for early summer 2013. This comprehensive new fitness and wellbeing space, designed by leading hospitality designer Adam D. Tihany (who designed both Dinner… Read the full news article

Winter Refuge with a Taste: Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano Debuts New Menus

Fresca, Stefano’s and Byblos restaurants offer guests a menu lift-up. 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The dining experience just got more adventurous atFour Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano. Guests can relish in an enticing culinary experience around an inviting array of new menus offered in Stefano’s and Byblos restaurants, and Fresca Café. At Stefano’s Restaurant, Italian Chef Francesco Picaro… Read the full news article

Hilton Pattaya Announces ‘An Edgy Easter Sunday Brunch Delight By The Sea’ At Edge

PATTAYA, Thailand, 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Pattaya today announced its latest promotion ‘An edgy Easter Sunday brunch delight by the Sea’. Available at Edge restaurant on Sunday, March 31, 2013, it sets the stage for a memorable day with family and friends to celebrate this festive holiday. A variety of mouth-watering dishes capturing an exceptional feast… Read the full news article

ekki BAR & GRILL at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi Presents a Wine Dinner with Chateau Musar

Experience the wines from Lebanon with the world’s oldest wine making history. 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — ekki BAR & GRILL at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi will host a one-night only wine pairing dinner with Chateau Musar from Lebanon on March 1, 2013. Wine making in Lebanon has been around approximately 6,000 years and is one of the oldest wine… Read the full news article

ODZALA WILDERNESS CAMPS: OPENING AND OPERATING SCHEDULE FOR 2013 SEASON

2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wilderness Collection is excited to announce a 1.5 million Euro renewed investment into the plant and premises of Odzala Wilderness Camps in the Republic of Congo. The success of our debut operating season during 2012, combined with lessons learnt then as well as during the current off season, has resulted in a reinvestment programme… Read the full news article

Mandarin Oriental, Munich Presents The Cuisine Of Nobuyuki “Nobu“ Matsushisa

Hong Kong, 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Munich is delighted to announce a very special dining promotion to be held from 15 – 23 March 2013 at the hotel’s Michelin starred Restaurant Mark’s, together with the glamorous Matsushisa Mykonos restaurant from the Belvedere Hotel located in Mykonos, Greece. The promotion will showcase the innovative cuisine of master… Read the full news article

Dusit Thani Maldives named Asia Pacific Hotel of the Year

2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Budgies & Travel Awards, held at the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore earlier this month, have named Dusit Thani Maldives Asia Pacific’s Hotel of the Year. The Budgie$ & Travel Awards celebrate the leadership efforts, accomplishments and ingenuity of Asia’s low cost aviation and travel industries. The awards are held in… Read the full news article

Raffles, Happy 125th Anniversary! Celebrations around the world until 31 Dec 2013

Raffles, Happy 125th Birthday! Here’s To Many More 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Evening in Singapore. The scent of frangipani and the soft hum of conversation drift across the Palm Court at Raffles Hotel. Is it 1887 or 2012? The doormen, looking crisp in their distinctive Gieves & Hawkes uniforms, welcome arriving travellers. Somewhere deep in the… Read the full news article

Dusit Thani Manila – ‘Jasmine Gold Ritual’ for Mom

2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jasmine flower symbolizes the authentic and unconditional love of mother. It also signifies the virtue of mothers who dedicate their entire life to their beloved children. The divine jasmine bouquet is mostly used as a gift on Mother’s Day in many countries and it is represented as the nation flower of the… Read the full news article

Grand City Hotels and Wyndham Hotel Group Strike Strategic Alliance to Brand 43 Hotels

Deal brings first Wyndham-branded hotels to Germany Majority of properties located in key German cities Branding of first 33 locations to start by 1 March 2013  BERLIN, 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Grand City Hotels, Germany’s second largest hotel management company has entered into a strategic partnership with Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company with over… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Chicago Packs in Value and Fun this Spring Break with Special Offers and Family Activities

Third Night Free package, plus new Michigan Avenue Escape package featuring 20 percent off and a USD 100.00 Hotel credit. 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Families enjoy a “break” this Spring Break when staying two nights or three at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago with special offers.Four Seasons Hotel Chicago packs in value and fun for a family city escape this Spring Break…. Read the full news article

LUX* Maldives Brings BBC Film Director Neil Lucas to the Underwater Festival

2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The 2nd edition of the upcoming Underwater Festival at LUX* Maldives will be endorsed by the exceptional expertise of worldwide renowned photographer, BAFTA awarded specialist Neil Lucas. UK-based photographer and BBC film director Neil Lucas will run daily introductory classes for guests to improve their photography skills and learn new underwater shooting… Read the full news article

Raffles Hotels & Resorts Welcomes New President, Mr Peter French

2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Raffles Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Peter French as President, Raffles Hotels & Resorts, with effect from 1 January 2013. Mr French succeeds Mr John Johnston, who has held this role since 2009. Mr Johnston who has been with parent company Fairmont Raffles Hotels International (FRHI) since 1998 will… Read the full news article

THE HISTORIC WINDSOR CELEBRATES 130 YEARS WITH ANNIVERSARY RATES STARTING AT THREE POUNDS

2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Australia’s oldest and most-cherished hotel, The Windsor is offering former wedding guests of the 130 year old Grand Dame an opportunity to stay in a luxurious suite for the same price they paid on their wedding night. And as a bonus for any former wedding guests who stayed at the hotel and… Read the full news article

Rendezvous Hospitality Group Welcomes New Associate Director, Distribution And Revenue Management

2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Rendezvous Hospitality Group (RHG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Christopher Lynch to the newly created position of Associate Director, Distribution and Revenue Management. Christopher commenced the role on 14 January 2013. An experienced distribution and revenue management professional, Christopher was previously the Regional Revenue and Yield Manager (NSW) with Mirvac… Read the full news article

Wyndham Vacation Rentals® Surpasses 100,000 Vacation Properties Globally

Parsippany, N.J., 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Vacation Rentals®, the world’s largest professionally managed vacation rentals business, announced today that its portfolio surpassed more than 100,000 properties in approximately 600 unique destinations around the world. Part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), Wyndham Vacation Rentals features more than 30 established brands in Europe and… Read the full news article

Dusit Thani Manila – Relieve Summer Migraine with “Stress & Migraine Relief Massage”

2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The migraine sufferers may find the summer period to be their worst season. Some migraine trigger factors during summer time are various; not only the heat, humidity and dehydration, but tree pollen allergy and over-hydration are also the summer migraine trigger factors. The migraine sufferers cannot avoid the summer period but they… Read the full news article

Indulge In the “Suite Life” at Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas: Chic, Restyled Suites Boast Art Deco Inspired Décor, Luxurious Amenities and Innovative Technology

Renovated suites offer sweeping views of the Las Vegas Strip or surrounding desert landscape. 2013-02-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The stylish, newly renovated suites at Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas pair modern, Art Deco inspired décor, luxurious amenities and breathtaking views with legendary Four Seasons service. The restyled suites are part of a USD 30 million guest room renovation that was complete in December 2012…. Read the full news article