Category Archives: Hospitality

Bigger is Better This Thanksgiving: Large Families Feast Effortlessly Buffet-Style at Four Seasons Hotel Seattle

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Chef Kerry Sear unveils first Thanksgiving Buffet

Chef Kerry Sear unveils the first traditional turkey dinner for parties of six or more in the Ballroom Seattle, U.S.A. – 2012-11-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new holiday tradition, that no longer includes dirty dishes or shopping, can be started at the Family Thanksgiving Buffet in the Ballroom at Four Seasons Hotel Seattle. Parties of six or more can hang-up their aprons… Read the full news article

Hilton Worldwide Announces Opening of DoubleTree by Hilton in Merida, Mexico’s Yucatan Capital

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Former Mansion Welcomes Guests to Historic Experience MCLEAN, Va. and MERIDA, Mexico – 2012-11-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide has announced the opening of a DoubleTree by Hilton in Merida – the largest city and capital of Mexico’s state of Yucatan.  Built around an early 20th century mansion, the four-story DoubleTree by Hilton Merida welcomes guests… Read the full news article

Shopping Becomes An Art Form – small ordinary shop is Open at the Chicago Cultural Center

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A Satellite Performance of Industry of the Ordinary 2012-11-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Think small; think ordinary!  That’s the plan for the latest installation of Industry of the Ordinary (IOTO), with “small ordinary shop” located in the Michigan Avenue Gallery North in the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington, now through January 1, 2013. Industry of the Ordinary:… Read the full news article

Huge Chinese Incentive Group to Convene in Thailand in November

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Bangkok, 2012-11-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — More than 10,000 employees of leading Chinese health food supplement company Pro-Health are to be in Thailand between 4-20 November as part of their incentive award for meeting sales targets. The award-winners, who will split their annual conference and associated events between Bangkok, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya and Pattaya, are the… Read the full news article

Revinate Goes Global

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Revinate Goes Global with Increased Language Support and Regional Offices to Answer Growing Worldwide Demand for Online Reputation and Social Media Management Revinate Adds 12 of the World’s Most Common Languages to Upgraded Platform; New Release Supports Growing International Customer Base Featuring Top Global Brands in 120 Countries San Francisco, Calif.—2012-11-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Revinate, the new… Read the full news article

ENJOY THANKSGIVING FEAST AT THE PARK OR TAKE HOME A CLASSIC THANKSGIVING DINNER

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WHY COOK WHEN MRS. KNOTT’S CAN DO THE COOKING Enjoy Thanksgiving Feast at the Park or Take It Home BUENA PARK, Calif. – 2012-11-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Why spend the time laboring over the Thanksgiving meal when you can have Mrs. Knott’s do the cooking? This Thanksgiving Knott’s Berry Farm will be offering a special Thanksgiving Holiday… Read the full news article

Holiday Inn Express conversions open in Braintree, Shrewsbury and Birmingham UK

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2012-11-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG has signed and opened three new Holiday Inn Express hotels in the United Kingdom following their fast track conversion from Hampton by Hilton. The hotels will be managed by Kew Green IHG Chief Development Officer Europe, Robert Shepherd, said the owner’s decision to convert the properties to Holiday Inn Express hotels was… Read the full news article

Gaylia Kristensen Debuts In Europe At The Spa At Mandarin Oriental, London

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Hong Kong, 2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London has launched a revolutionary new facial treatment and skincare product line for dramatically younger looking skin by Gaylia Kristensen, Australia’s premium skincare pioneer. Debuting for the first time in Europe at the award-winning Spa at Mandarin Oriental, the Utopia Advanced Anti-Ageing Facial treatment and cutting-edge, results… Read the full news article

TRIPADVISOR AWARDS CERTIFICATES OF EXCELLENCE TO &BEYOND KIRKMAN’S KAMP

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2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — &Beyond Kirkman’s Kamp in the iconic Sabi Sand Game Reserve, has been awarded a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for consistently receiving an outstanding 4.5 rating from the site’s well-travelled members. “We are proud that Kirkman’s Kamp has been honoured with a stamp of approval from the world’s largest travel site which offers trusted… Read the full news article

Terra at Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe Offers Weekly Market Menus Showcasing Freshest Seasonal Offerings

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Terra at Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe Offers Weekly Market Menus Showcasing Freshest Seasonal Offerings

Executive Chef Andrew Cooper’s farmer’s market finds inspire tasting menus Santa Fe, U.S.A. – 2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — A weekly pilgrimage to the farmer’s market in downtown Santa Fe provides inspiration for Executive Chef Andrew Cooper’s Saturday Market Menu in Terra, highlighting “of the moment” produce and locally-raised meats at the new Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe. “My goal is to make the… Read the full news article

Nearly 2,500 Fairfield Inn & Suites Associates Give Back to Communities across North America in Honor of 25th Anniversary

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Nearly 2,500 Fairfield Inn & Suites Associates Give Back to Communities across North America in Honor of 25th Anniversary

Fairfield volunteers with Habitat for Humanity International to help neighbors in need 2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — More than 200 Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott hotels extend their hospitality this fall by providing families with a fresh start. In its 17th year of supporting Habitat for Humanity International, Fairfield celebrates its silver anniversary in a big… Read the full news article

Macau Government Tourist Office Promotes in Hong Kong the 59th Macau Grand Prix – officially sponsored by SJM

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Engineer João Manuel Costa Antunes, Director of Macau Government Tourist Office and Coordinator of Macau Grand Prix Committee, together with the honorable guests officiated the open ceremony

2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The 59th Macau Grand Prix officially sponsored by Sociedade de Jogos de Macau, S.A. (“SJM”) is coming around the corner. Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) and Macau Grand Prix Committee (MGPC) organize the 59th Macau Grand Prix Roadshow on 3-4 November at Central Atrium of Olympian City 2 to let visitors experience… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay Presents the Lanai Cabernet Classic

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Executive Chef Kevin Erving

Eat, drink and enjoy Lanai at inaugural food and wine festival Hawaii, Lana’i at Manele Bay, U.S.A. – 2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resorts Lanai announces the inaugural Lanai Cabernet Classic Wine Festival, December 13-16, 2012. Epicureans and wine connoisseurs are invited to uncork the event with four oenophilic driven days of exquisite food and wine pairings matched with… Read the full news article

PhoCusWright Joins PATA as a Preferred Partner

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Bangkok, 2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to announce PhoCusWright as a new PATA Preferred Partner. PhoCusWright is the research authority providing information and analysis in the travel, tourism and hospitality industry. It is headquartered in the United States with Asia Pacific operations based in India and local analysts on five continents…. Read the full news article

Celebrate the Festive Season at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North

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Celebrate the Festive Season at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North

Enjoy special holiday happenings at Sonoran Desert getaway Scottsdale, U.S.A. – 2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Make the season bright with Five-Diamond luxury this festive season at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North, a Sonoran Desert retreat situated in the cooling foothills of Pinnacle Peak. Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale will be decked out with all the holiday trimmings. Guests can… Read the full news article

DoubleTree by Hilton Signs its Third Scottish Hotel

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Hilton Worldwide’s Fastest Growing Full-Service Brand Continues its Rapid Growth across the UK DUNDEE, Scotland – 2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide today announced the signing of a franchise agreement with BDL Select Operations Limited, to open DoubleTree by Hilton Dundee, the brand’s third property in Scotland, joining hotels in Dunblane and Aberdeen. The deal will… Read the full news article

Jordan Hosts The 32nd International Academy Of Pathology Conference In 2018 At King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Centre Managed By Hilton

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The International Academy of Pathology recently selected Jordan, and King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center managed by Hilton, ("KHBTCC") as the destination for its 32nd International Academy of Pathology Conference scheduled for 2018. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

DEAD SEA – 2012-11-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Academy of Pathology recently selected Jordan, and King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center managed by Hilton, (“KHBTCC”) as the destination for its 32nd International Academy of Pathology Conference scheduled for 2018. Dr. Ismail Matalka, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at the Jordan University of Science… Read the full news article

Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong To Celebrate 50 Fantastic Years

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Hong Kong, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong will be celebrating ‘50 Fantastic Years’ throughout 2013, with a host of special promotions to honour this milestone achievement. The year-long offerings will commemorate the iconic hotel’s past 50 years as well as the next 50 years, here in the heart and hearts of Hong Kong…. Read the full news article

Warwick Champs-Elysees Hotel Welcomes Julia Child Sweepstakes Winner

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NEW YORK – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Chuck Purrington, the winner of the Julia Child 100th Anniversary Sweepstakes, is saying au revoir to Fountain Valley, California, and bonjour to Warwick Champs-Elysées Hotel in Paris. As part of the month-long celebration of the mealtime matriarch held at U.S.-based Warwick Hotels, Purrington is receiving a 5-night complimentary stay… Read the full news article

Wyndham Worldwide Completes $275 Million Term Securitization

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PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE:WYN) today announced that it has completed a term securitization transaction involving the issuance of $275 million of asset-backed notes. Sierra Timeshare 2012-3 Receivables Funding LLC issued $209 million of A rated notes and $66 million of BBB rated notes. The notes were backed by vacation ownership loans… Read the full news article

Marriott International Hosts Revolutionary ‘Lifestyle University’ Program in Bangkok

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Renaissance Hotels & Autograph Collection Lead the Way as Company Inspires New Generation of Global Talent 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sixteen participants representing eight countries and four Marriott International brands including JW Marriott Hotels, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Renaissance Hotels, and Courtyard by Marriott gathered for an exclusive program at the Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong in Thailand… Read the full news article

Mandarin Oriental, Atlanta Launches Luxury Packages

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Hong Kong, 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The new Mandarin Oriental, Atlanta, located in the city’s prestigious Buckhead neighborhood, is offering an array of exciting luxury packages for guests looking for weekend breaks, shopping perks and a romantic celebration. Shop and Play The Shop and Play package combines luxurious accommodation and shopping perks at the nearby Neiman Marcus… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore Turns One!

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Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore Turns One!

Baltimore inner harbor hotel reflects on successful first year and celebrates with series of special events and offers in The Spa, Wit & Wisdom, PABU and LAMILL Baltimore, U.S.A. – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — “You say it’s your birthday. It’s my birthday too – yeah! You say it’s your birthday, we’re gonna have a good time.” ~ The Beatles…. Read the full news article

“deca” the Halls, Walls and More This Season at deca RESTAURANT + BAR at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, A Four Seasons Hotel

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Celebrate at The Ritz

deca RESTAURANT + BAR celebrates the season with festive events and offers Chicago (The Ritz-Carlton), U.S.A. – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton Chicago (A Four Seasons Hotel) and deca RESTAURANT + BAR are putting on their holiday best with special dining offers and events. From Teddy Bear and Storytelling Teas in deca RESTAURANT to “deca” the Walls in deca… Read the full news article

Macau Government Tourist Office-Tourism incentive schemes aim to diversify source markets

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Macau, with a unique blend of east and west cultures, is an ideal destination for wedding tourism

2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — To further enrich tourism products and source market profile, Macau Government Tourist Office will launch the “Wedding Incentive Scheme” as well as an enhanced version of “Student Excursion Incentive Scheme” on November 1. In view of the growing popularity of overseas wedding as an ideal wedding style for the new generation, MGTO… Read the full news article

Enjoy Autumn Spa in Imperial Style at Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake

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The Spa at Four Seasons

Pampering treatment inspired by Emperor Qianlong’s fascination with the beauty of West Lake Hangzhou at West Lake, China – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Blessed with the stunning West Lake and a relaxing atmosphere, Hangzhou, for hundreds of years, has attracted the admiration of countless emperors and royals alike. The city is famously known as the favourite… Read the full news article

Hilton Cartagena Completes Multimillion Dollar Rooms Renovation Project

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Hilton Cartagena announces the completion of a multimillion dollar renovation campaign that introduces a total transformation of 288 main tower guest rooms, as well as upgrades to its extensive pool complex. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

Beachfront Hotel Also Upgrades Pool Complex CARTAGENA, Colombia – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Cartagena announces the completion of a multimillion dollar renovation campaign that introduces a total transformation of 288 main tower guest rooms, as well as upgrades to its extensive pool complex. The 341-room beachfront Hilton Cartagena, scenically located at the tip of El… Read the full news article

Festive and New Year’s Celebrations at Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest

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Festive and New Year’s Celebrations at Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest

Family dinners and stylish parties for a merry celebration Budapest, Hungary – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Celebrate the festive season in Budapest, a city embraced by a holiday spirit with decorations and glittering Christmas illuminations. At Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest, a series of exquisite dinners and parties has been planned for both young and old. The… Read the full news article

The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C. Offers “Access Washington” Package for Inauguration 2013

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The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C. Offers “Access Washington” Package for Inauguration 2013

Exclusive access to Inaugural perks and amenities usually reserved for celebrities, rock stars, and platinum rewards status 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — As the world watches, the President of the United States of America will take the country’s highest office this January following this oath: “I do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the office of… Read the full news article

Forget The Holiday Party Planning Headaches And Bring The Gang To The Second Annual “Best Holiday Party Ever!” At Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

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This holiday season forget about the headaches of planning your office party and reserve your tickets to Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort's Best Holiday Party Ever. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

Hilton Hawaiian Village Event to Feature Lavish Holiday Buffet, Door Prizes, Entertainment HONOLULU – 2012-11-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — This holiday season forget about the headaches of planning your office party and reserve your tickets to Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort‘s Best Holiday Party Ever. Following on the heels of the successful inaugural gala in 2011,… Read the full news article