Category Archives: Hospitality

IHG Hotels & Resorts and Mayapada Group to double Bali partnership with two new hotels: voco Bali Seminyak and Holiday Inn Express Bali Sunset Road

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Partnership expands to four properties by introducing voco hotels to Indonesia and opening second Holiday Inn Express property in Bali Jakarta, Indonesia, 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a two-property agreement with leading Indonesian conglomerate Mayapada Group that doubles the companies’ strategic partnership to four hotels in Bali. The collaboration… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts welcomes InterContinental Rome Ambasciatori Palace and Six Senses Rome to its luxury & lifestyle portfolio in the Italian capital

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The new InterContinental Rome Ambasciatori Palace (pictured above) and Six Senses Rome join IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury & lifestyle portfolio to bring an extra touch of luxury to the Italian capital. Rome, Italy, 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts is at the forefront of a resurgence in luxury in the… Read the full press release

Kimpton’s first on-campus hotel opens at University of Virginia Darden School of Business

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DENHAM, UK, 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Kimpton The Forum Hotel, the IHG Hotels & Resorts luxury and lifestyle brand’s first on-campus property, opens its doors today on the Grounds of the renowned University of Virginia Darden School of Business. As reflected in its name, the 198-room boutique hotel is a gathering place where… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts Signs Deal to Open InterContinental Bursa in Turkey in Late 2024

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IHG Hotels & Resorts announces InterContinental brand signing in Bursa, Türkiye DENHAM, UK, 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces an exciting new signing for its leading luxury InterContinental Hotels & Resorts brand in Bursa, Türkiye. The 231-key InterContinental Bursa is being developed in… Read the full press release

The Singular Patagonia to Remain Open Year-Round in 2023

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New York, United States, 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The Singular Patagonia is delighted to announce that the property will remain open year-round in 2023. After closing for a short break in June, The Singular will re-open its doors in July and August to welcome guests to experience Chilean Patagonia’s winter season. The quiet serenity… Read the full press release

IHG signs agreement with Shangri-La to develop four new hotels in Nepal, including InterContinental and Hotel Indigo brands

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The signing will bring three InterContinental hotels and a Hotel Indigo property across diverse locations in Nepal DENHAM, UK, 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Nepal based Shangri-La Hotel & Resort Group to develop four new hotels in – InterContinental… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur to host official Terry Fox Fun Run in support of cancer research

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Scheduled for May 7, 2023 the community event welcomes participants to run, jog or walk in support of cancer research Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur is set to host the official Terry Fox Fun Run in Kuala Lumpur this year. The Hotel invites runners, joggers and walkers of… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco Welcomes Aaron Feeney as Director of Marketing

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Aaron Feeney will lead Sales and Marketing at the award-winning Hotel San Francisco, U.S.A., 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco has announced that hospitality veteran Aaron Feeney has been appointed Director of Marketing. Bringing more than 20 years of industry experience to Four Seasons, the Hotel team is thrilled to bring his knowledge and… Read the full press release

Four Seasons San Francisco offers guests bespoke floral experience with Ampersand

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From bedside bud vases to full room florals, Ampersand adds a special touch to any celebration with local, seasonal blooms San Francisco, U.S.A., 2023-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco will offer a special, in-room floral program from Bay Area flower shop and design studio Ampersand. Designed to elevate all of life’s most special… Read the full press release

Cirque du Soleil and Outrigger Announce New Multi-Year Resident Show for Hawaii

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  HONOLULU, 2023-Apr-13— /Travel PR News/ — Outrigger Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel and Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group have teamed up to bring Honolulu residents and visitors a new multi-year resident show, exclusive to Hawaii. Executives from both organisations were joined by Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi to make the announcement on 10 April. Anticipated to open in… Read the full press release

Waldorf Astoria Orlando set to undergo multi-phase redesign for complete makeover in December 2023

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ORLANDO, Fla., 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Beginning in April 2023, the award-winning Waldorf Astoria Orlando will undergo a comprehensive, multi-phase reimagination expected to debut in December 2023. Further elevating its status as one of Orlando’s premier destinations and a top luxury hotel in Florida, this property-wide redesign follows an extensive renovation of the hotel’s meeting… Read the full press release

Miraval Resorts & Spas announces brand collaborations focusing on mental wellbeing and inclusivity in travel and hospitality for 2023

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Initiatives include expanded support of NAMI and new alignment with Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Supporting its core brand pillar of creating a life in balance through mindfulness, Miraval Resorts & Spas, an original thought leader in wellbeing, announced details of its 2023 brand collaborations. With emphasis on mental wellbeing,… Read the full press release

Accor Live Limitless Announces Official Support of Rugby World Cup 2023 in France

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Paris, France, 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — ALL – Accor Live Limitless, Accor’s booking platform and loyalty program, announces its Official Support of Rugby World Cup 2023, marking another development in ALL’s ongoing collaboration with global sporting events. Kicking off on 8 September and taking place over 51 days in Accor’s home country of… Read the full press release

Pullman Hotels & Resorts Opens Its 50th Hotel in Greater China with the Launch of Pullman Haining Hotel

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THE PREMIUM HOSPITALITY BRAND CONTINUES ITS AMBITIOUS EXPANSION, WITH GREATER CHINA AS ITS BIGGEST MARKET Paris, France, 2023-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Accor is pleased to announce the opening of Pullman Hotels & Resorts’ 50th hotel in Greater China – Pullman Haining Hotel – ideally located in the business center of Haining City, Zhejiang Province, just an hour… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts partners with Steps to make hotels in Bangkok disability-inclusion ready

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Global hotel company expands commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion by providing roles for neurodivergent community Bangkok, Thailand, 2023-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is proud to announce a landmark partnership with Steps – an organisation that empowers employers to realise the potential of… Read the full press release

From Intern to Executive Chef: Ruslan Shipunov’s Culinary Journey at Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui

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Koh Samui, Thailand, 2023-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — “From the very beginning, I found what I wanted from life – to cook,” shares Ruslan Shipunov, who has been promoted to Executive Chef at Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui. Twenty years of passion to prepare dishes that instantly put a smile on people’s faces has catapulted Ruslan’s… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, Mexico named one of Travel + Leisure’s Best New Hotels in the World for 2023

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The coveted 2023 “It List” includes this newly opened Four Seasons property, located along the Costalegre coastline Tamarindo, México, 2023-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, Mexico is honoured to be named one of the Best New Hotels in the World in the 18th annual Travel + Leisure’s 2023 It List. The highly anticipated list features the top 100… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Nashville named one of Travel + Leisure’s Best New Hotels in the World

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Property team recognized for delivering a luxury urban escape within the SoBro neighbourhood in the heart of downtown Nashville Nashville, USA, 2023-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Nashville has been named one of the Best New Hotels in the World in Travel + Leisure’s 2023 It List. The annual list recognizes the 100 most exciting… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels International Releases 2022 ESG Report Outlining Commitment to Sustainability and Diversity in Hotel Ownership

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Company highlights significant new steps on journey to cut costs and save time for franchisees while building legacy of sustainability, prosperity, and wellbeing ROCKVILLE, Md., 2023-Apr-07 — /Travel PR News/ — From innovative technology to conserve energy and water to even more ambitious diversity goals for hotel ownership, the 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report released… Read the full press release

Blue Diamond Resorts Earns Multiple Nominations in TravelPulse Canada’s 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards

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Toronto, ON, Canada, 2023-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Blue Diamond Resorts has once again made its mark in the hospitality industry with relevant nominations in TravelPulse Canada’s prestigious 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards for its Royalton Luxury Resorts, Royalton CHIC Resorts, Hideaway at Royalton Resorts, Planet Hollywood Beach Resorts, Starfish Resorts and Memories Resorts &… Read the full press release

Moxy and AC Hotels by Marriott Set to Debut in Dual-Branded Property in Downtown Los Angeles

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With a total of 727 guestrooms, the two Yabu Pushelberg-designed hotels include the first Moxy property in Los Angeles and feature an unprecedented 12 dining and entertainment concepts, eight by the acclaimed Houston Hospitality LOS ANGELES, CA, 2023-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Slated to debut on April 12, the 727-bedroom Moxy Downtown Los Angeles… Read the full press release

The Luxury Collection Welcomes Chef and Artist Laila Gohar as Global Explorer, Collaborates on Globally Inspired Barware Collection

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Marking the brand’s first epicurean collaboration, the chef and artist has created a barware collection with complementing cocktail recipes inspired by her travels from Los Angeles to Paris to Kyoto NEW YORK, NY, 2023-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announces chef and artist… Read the full press release

Westin Hotels & Resorts and Abbott World Marathon Majors Team Up to Champion Race Travelers in Multi-Year Partnership

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Reinforcing its commitment to wellness, Westin is helping runners take on the world’s most renowned marathons with its refueled Gear Lending program and new, tailored experiences taking place during marathon weekends BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Underscoring the brand’s newly reimagined and beloved WestinWORKOUT® Gear Lending program, Westin Hotels & Resorts – part of Marriott… Read the full press release

JW Marriott Makes Highly Anticipated Debut in Luxury Safari Segment with Masai Mara Lodge Opening

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Transformative Experiences and Meaningful Connections Await at JW Marriott’s Haven of Luxury in the Heart of the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announced the opening of JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge, marking the company’s… Read the full press release

Marriott International Launches “Be” Brand to Attract and Retain Top Talent Globally

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For 26th Year in a Row, Marriott Named One of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For® BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced it is launching its new people brand, “Be,” as the company continues its focus on attracting and retaining top talent around the world. The… Read the full press release

Hilton and Peloton Expand Partnership to Bring Connected Fitness Experience to New International Markets

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McLEAN, Va. & NEW YORK, 2023-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton (NYSE: HLT) and Peloton Interactive, Inc. (Nasdaq: PTON) are expanding their industry-first partnership to Puerto Rico and three new international markets – Germany, the U.K. and participating properties in Canada – providing guests with an elevated wellness experience, now in approximately 5,400 hotels around the world. Following the original… Read the full press release

Up your game: the hospitality experience at the FIFA Women’s World Cup™

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A MATCH Private Suite at a prior FIFA Women's World Cup

Auckland, Aotearoa New Zealand, 2023-Apr-5 — /Travel PR News/ — MATCH Hospitality Less than four months stand between you and the best of women’s football, with the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ kicking off on July 20th. Supporters, fans, and families of the top women’s teams in the world can secure… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Orlando welcomes Adrien Harel as new Resort Manager from Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora

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Harel joins the Orlando property from Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort, U.S.A., 2023-Apr-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Adrien Harel has recently been appointed as the new Resort Manager at Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort.  Harel joins the Orlando property from Four Seasons Resort Bora… Read the full press release

Cambria Hotels opens first hotel in Georgia with grand opening of Cambria Hotel Savannah Downtown Historic District

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New property continues brand’s expansion in travelers’ favorite destinations with debut opening in the state of Georgia ROCKVILLE, Md., 2023-Apr-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Cambria Hotels, part of the Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) family of brands, continues its nationwide expansion with the grand opening of its first hotel in Georgia: the Cambria Hotel Savannah Downtown Historic District. The… Read the full press release

Airbnb expands Entrepreneurship Academy to empower underrepresented communities in tourism entrepreneurship

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The Airbnb Entrepreneurship Academy has grown to support over 40 local community partners with 2023 representing the largest partner cohort yet. Through the Entrepreneurship Academy, Airbnb has helped more than 1,000 participants from underrepresented communities learn about hosting. San Francisco, CA, 2023-Apr-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Airbnb was founded in 2008 during the Great… Read the full press release