CHICAGO, 2013-03-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — After a landmark 2012 season, the Jazz Institute of Chicago and The Drake Hotel are continuing their partnership to present NextGenJazz, a six-concert jazz series at The Drake Hotel. Beginning April 2013, on the first three Thursdays of April, May, June, July, September and October, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., some of… Read the full news article
Category Archives: Hospitality
HYATT PLACE AUSTIN DOWNTOWN CELEBRATES OFFICIAL OPENING
296-room Hyatt Place hotel located in the heart of downtown Austin Austin, TX, 2013-03-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and White Lodging Services today announce the opening of Hyatt Place Austin Downtown, just steps from the Austin Convention Center and the city’s famous Sixth Street. “With thousands of music, film and digital enthusiasts arriving… Read the full news article
Four Hands at Four Seasons is a one-of-a-kind full body treatment: A True Indulgence for the Senses at Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
New treatment at spectacular rooftop Spa. 2013-03-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Imagine being cocooned up above the vibrant city in a private rooftop sanctuary enjoying a world of peace and serenity. The spectacular Spa at Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane features nine glass-walled treatment rooms, all with breathtaking views over the treetops of Hyde Park, and each with its… Read the full news article
Autograph Collection to Debut in Germany
BERLIN, GERMANY, 2013-03-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Autograph Collection, Marriott International’s (NYSE: MAR) evolving portfolio of independent hotels, announced today it will debut in Germany later this year with the opening of the 87-room Hotel am Steinplatz in Berlin. Celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, the historic icon will re-open following an extensive renovation after first opening as a hotel… Read the full news article
Hilton Lake Taupo Becomes Home of Zimbabwean Sculpture Made By 2.5 Billion-Year Old Stones
Hilton Lake Taupo Exhibits The Singular Most Collected Form Of African Art, Also In the Collections Of The Museum Of Modern Art In New York TAUPO, New Zealand, 2013-03-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Fifteen pieces of valuable and rare Zimbabwean sculptures have found their home at Hilton Lake Taupo. Made from stones such as butterjade, cobalt, opalstone, verdite… Read the full news article
Calling All Runners: Book a Stay at Four Seasons Hotel Boston for the Boston Marathon
Every comfort and essential that runners and their families could need, just minutes away from the Boston Marathon finish line. 2013-03-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Boston Marathon is just over a month away on April 15, 2013. Runners and their families in search of last-minute accommodations need not look further: Four Seasons Hotel Boston to the rescue. Boston’s… Read the full news article
Leaders of the Complete Visitor Economy to Convene at PATA Annual Summit in Bangkok
Bangkok, 2013-03-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Leaders of the Complete Visitor Economy will gather for the 2013 PATA Annual Summit (2013PAS) in Bangkok, April 25-28, 2013. The PATA Youth Forum will commence on Thursday, April 25, followed by the one-day summit on Friday April 26, and the PATA Board meetings and AGM on April 27-28 respectively. Under… Read the full news article
Four Seasons Hotel Austin Hosts Earth Hour Candlelight Dinner in TRIO
Sustainable food, biodynamic wines and candlelight on the evening’s menu. 2013-03-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hundreds of candles, moonlight and dessert en flambé are just a few of the items on the menu for this month’s Earth Hour Candlelight Dinner at Four Seasons Hotel Austin. Taking place Saturday, March 23, 2013 in TRIO, the event coincides with Earth Hour celebrations around the world, during which… Read the full news article
Fairmont Heritage Place Announces New Luxury Residences at Mayakoba in Mexico’s Riviera Maya
Toronto, 2013-03-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Eco-Resort Introduces 30 Residences in Exclusive Enclave on the Caribbean Sea Fairmont Hotels & Resorts today announced the newest addition to its private residence club offering with the launch of Fairmont Heritage Place, Mayakoba. Located in the most exclusive resort complex of the Mexican Caribbean, in the vibrant heart of the Mayan… Read the full news article
Homewood Suites by Hilton Reaches 35,000 Suite Milestone with Opening of Homewood Suites Orlando Airport
Award-Winning Brand Leads Extended-Stay Category Offering Guests Top Value and Home-like Experience MCLEAN, Va., 2013-03-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Homewood Suites by Hilton, the international brand of upscale, all-suite, residential-style hotels, celebrated the opening of its 35,000th suite with the debut of the Homewood Suites by Hilton Orlando Airport. With more than 315-plus properties across North America, Homewood… Read the full news article
Two in One: Traditional Turkish Bath is Now Enriched with Yogurt for a Gourmet Experience at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus
2013-03-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus is offering an authentic and effective treatment, Epicurean Hammam, designed to smooth, moisturize and purify skin instantly, combining millennia old traditions with food elements. Yogurt, which is a valuable health food for all age groups and a typical element in Turkish culinary traditions, is added in the stages… Read the full news article
Mandarin Oriental, Atlanta And Barnsley Gardens Resort Announce Town & Country Package
Hong Kong, 2013-03-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Atlanta and Barnsley Gardens Resort are delighted to announce a new Town & Country travel package combining Atlanta city sophistication and Georgia country elegance. Guests can experience luxurious accommodations in two distinctive settings, exceptional amenities and exquisite dining for a fantastic getaway experience. The five-day package begins in Atlanta’s prestigious Buckhead neighborhood where travelers will… Read the full news article
INTERSTATE HOTELS &RESORTS ENTERS THE UNITED KINGDOM WITH ACQUISITION OF SANGUINE HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT PLATFORM
Interstate Increases European Portfolio to 51 Hotels ARLINGTON, Va./LONDON, 2013-03-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Strengthening its European presence, Interstate Hotels & Resorts – the leading U.S.-based global hotel management company – announced today its entrance into the United Kingdom as the first U.S.-based, third party management company with significant operating presence and a fully staffed team based in the U.K…. Read the full news article
NEW WORLD HOTELS UNVEIL STYLISH NEW LOOKS WITH USD72 MILLION RENOVATIONS
Guests to celebrate with “Bonus Stay” and “Weekend Welcome” 2013-03-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — New World Hotels in Manila, Shanghai and Dalian introduce new facilities showcasing the group’s design philosophy of distinctive surroundings, which are elegant, yet crisp and thoughtful in their execution. The comprehensive USD72 million renovation programme, with the goal of creating venues that allow… Read the full news article
Hilton San Francisco Financial District Easter Brunch Buffet At 750 Restaurant & Bar
SAN FRANCISCO, 2013-03-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Guests are invited to hippity-hop to Hilton San Francisco Financial District for an Easter Brunch Buffet on Sunday, March 31. Cottontail will lead parents and kids down the rabbit hole to enjoy a holiday Champagne and Jazz Sunday Brunch menu. Designed by Executive Chef Steven Parker, Easter menu highlights include Chef carved… Read the full news article
Mandarin Oriental, Atlanta Invites Guests To Explore The City’s Blooming Dogwood Trees
Hong Kong, 2013-03-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Atlanta announces the Atlanta Bloom package for vacationers traveling to the city to view the beautiful blooming Dogwood trees and visit the upcoming Atlanta Dogwood Arts Festival. Held in picturesque Piedmont Park from April 19-21, 2013, the festival has evolved into one of the largest events in the Southeast… Read the full news article
Celebrate Easter with All the Trimmings at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North
Talavera buffet, family friendly activities highlight festivities. 2013-03-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Easter is a family holiday full of tradition, andFour Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North captures the excitement with an elaborate buffet in Talavera restaurant and special children’s activities on Sunday, March 31, 2013. Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale will be transformed to celebrate Easter festivities with all the trimmings. The… Read the full news article
NEW WORLD HOTELS SWITCH OFF FOR EARTH HOUR
2013-03-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — On 23 March, New World Hotels will support Earth Hour by switching off exterior lights, all non-essential lighting in public areas and offices from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., while café guests will enjoy a candlelit dinner as part of a growing global effort toward a more sustainable planet. This initiative follows the… Read the full news article
Loews Hotels & Resorts and DRW Trading Group Hold Ceremonial Groundbreaking for Loews Chicago Hotel
NEW YORK, NY, 2013-03-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Loews Hotels & Resorts, a wholly owned-subsidiary of Loews Corporation (NYSE: L), today (March 1, 2013) held a ceremonial groundbreaking in Chicago on the site where the company will open the Loews Chicago Hotel in 2015. Jonathan M. Tisch, Chairman of Loews Hotels & Resorts and President and CEO of… Read the full news article
Mandarin Oriental, Prague And Chateau Mcely Offer “A Tale Of Two Spas”
Hong Kong, 2013-03-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Created for those who are looking to relax whilst experiencing something truly out of the ordinary, Mandarin Oriental, Prague and Chateau Mcely’s A Tale of Two Spas offers the magic of two Old World destinations in one indulgent package. The three-night package allows guests to enjoy both a city and a country… Read the full news article
Introducing The All New Burgers & Burgundy in The Bristol Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Boston
Three new swoon-worthy burger flavours make for Wednesday night perfection. 2013-03-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Each Wednesday night, The Bristol Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Boston hosts the hottest event in town for burger and wine lovers:Burgers & Burgundy. This popular event pairs the guest’s selection of one of four burger flavours with two tastings of Burgundian style wines for just USD… Read the full news article
Opening Night at the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai Spotlights “World’s Tallest Hotel”
Dubai, UAE, 2013-03-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Last night, the JW Marriott luxury brand celebrated the newly opened landmark hotel in the Middle East and second Marquis worldwide – the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai. Featuring an exclusive performance by British singer / songwriter and recording star, Leona Lewis, the “World’s Tallest Hotel” hosted more than 1,200 VIP… Read the full news article
PABU Izakaya Announces Exclusive Dinner Series Offering Guests an Inspired Japanese Culinary Experience at Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore
Introducing The Tatami Table Dinners with Chef Jonah Kim. 2013-03-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Since its opening, PABU Izakaya has brought Baltimore culinary enthusiasts and novices a taste of Japan. The izakaya style dining restaurant located Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore in Harbor East is the first of its kind in the city, modeled after the traditional Japanese drinking establishments offering socially intimate dining…. Read the full news article
King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Centre Managed By Hilton Celebrates Its 2012 Successes
DEAD SEA, Jordan, 2013-03-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Centre managed by Hiltonrecently held its annual team member party to celebrate the Centre’s 2012 successes and achievements. Kamel Ajami, Hilton Worldwide country manager – Jordan, joined in the celebrations and congratulated the team for their passion and enthusiasm, care and dedication and effort… Read the full news article
RED CARNATION HOTEL COLLECTION RISES TO NUMBER 26 IN THE ‘SUNDAY TIMES TOP 100 COMPANIES TO WORK FOR’ IN ITS SECOND YEAR LISTED
2013-03-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Red Carnation Hotel Collection jumped an impressive 47 places from number 71 last year to number 26 in this year’s Sunday Times Top 100 Companies. The results of this prestigious and highly sought after accolade were announced at an award ceremony in Battersea, London last night. After making its debut on the… Read the full news article
Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai Heralds A New Era Of Luxury Waterfront Hospitality
Hong Kong, 2013-03-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai is scheduled to open in the second quarter of 2013 and will be a masterpiece of contemporary luxury located on the Pudong waterfront. The hotel will mark the highly anticipated debut of the award-winning Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group in China’s cosmopolitan and commercial capital. Located on the… Read the full news article
Four Seasons Resort Nevis, West Indies Welcomes New General Manager Sven Wiedenhaupt
Veteran hotel executive Sven Wiedenhaupt brings more than 23 years of luxury hotel management experience to the beautiful Caribbean island of Nevis. 2013-02-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Nevis welcomes international hotelier Sven Wiedenhaupt to his new home in Nevis, West Indies as the General Manager of the Caribbean’s first AAA Five Diamond resort. A tri-lingual hospitality professional and graduate… Read the full news article
TravelClick Hotel Customers Take Home Eight Adrian Awards for Excellence in Digital Marketing
NEW YORK, 2013-02-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — TravelClick, the leading provider of revenue-generating solutions for hotels, along with its hotel clients, received eight awards for excellence in digital marketing at the Adrian Awards Gala in New York City. With more than 1,000 entries, the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Adrian Awards is the travel industry‘s largest… Read the full news article
Hilton Hotels & Resorts Adds Value To Family Vacations With New Family Fun Package
MCLEAN, Va., 2013-02-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Hotels & Resorts gives families more reasons to enjoy time away together throughout 2013 with its new Family Fun Package. Offering daily breakfast for two adults and two children, and high-speed Internet access, families are able to save while exploring Hilton destinations in the U.S. and Canada all year… Read the full news article
JW Marriott Marquis Dubai Takes Luxury to New Heights
Dubai, UAE, 2013-02-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The JW Marriott brand officially celebrates its newly opened landmark luxury hotel today in the Middle East – the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai. [Video below.] Acquiring the coveted title of World’s Tallest hotel from the Guinness Book of World Records, the 72-story property is the first JW Marriott Marquis outside… Read the full news article