Category Archives: Hospitality

Choice Hotels appoints Megan Brumagim as vice president of environmental, social and governance

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ROCKVILLE, MD, 2022-Apr-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, has appointed Megan Brumagim to the newly created role of vice president of environmental, social and governance (ESG). In this new role, Brumagim will lead Choice’s sustainability and corporate social responsibility initiatives, championing the pillars of environmental sustainability,… Read the full press release

ST. JAMES’S HOTEL & CLUB ANNOUNCES NEW 1857 THE BAR POP-UP AT SOMERSET HOUSE’S PHOTO LONDON FAIR

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ST. JAMES’S HOTEL & CLUB ANNOUNCES NEW 1857 THE BAR POP-UP AT SOMERSET HOUSE’S PHOTO LONDON FAIR  12th – 15th May 2022  London, United Kingdom, 2022-Apr-26 — /Travel PR News/ — St. James’s Hotel & Club Mayfair is excited to announce that visitors to Somerset House’s Photo London Fair from 12th – 15th May will be able to experience their new 1857 The Bar – a port-specialty… Read the full press release

Marco Polo Xiamen welcomes new General Manager Jean-Philippe Jacopin

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Xiamen, China, 2022-Apr-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Jean-Philippe Jacopin has been appointed General Manager of Marco Polo Xiamen. The 300-room hotel sits on the edge of Lake Yundang in the white egret protection zone, and is managed by Hong Kong SAR-based Wharf Hotels. Jean-Philippe’s expertise will play an important role in taking Marco Polo Xiamen forward… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Group announces launch of Hotel Sustainability Basics at this year’s Global Summit in Manila

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Brussels/Manila, 2022-Apr-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Together with top brands, associations and destinations in the industry representing over 50,000 hotels, Radisson Hotel Group has launched the Hotel Sustainability Basics, a common and inclusive definition of hotel sustainability to drive responsible travel & tourism. Criteria include twelve actions which are fundamental to hotel sustainability At… Read the full press release

Wyndham Destinations announces completion of its latest solar installations

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World’s largest vacation ownership business celebrates new solar installations that continue to drive alternative energy across portfolio of vacation ownership resorts ORLANDO, FL, 2022-Apr-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Destinations, the world’s largest vacation ownership business as part of Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL), today (April 21, 2022) announced the completion of its latest solar… Read the full press release

Hotel Nikko Bali Saves the Earth by Planting Indian Almond Trees on Earth Day

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Nusa Dua, Bali, Indonesia, 2022-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ —Ways to save Mother Earth, no matter how small it is when it is done continuously will impact the positive one to the planet we live in. To celebrate the annual global event of Earth Day on 22nd April 2022, Hotel Nikko Bali Benoa Beach has… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces signing of 148-room hotel, Thompson Vienna

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Plans for Thompson Vienna demonstrates Hyatt’s commitment to thoughtfully growing its luxury lifestyle portfolio in Europe CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (April 20, 2022) that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with an affiliate of SIGNA and CENTRAL Group for Thompson Vienna, a… Read the full press release

Accor and Ennismore to open at least 1,300 JO&JOE hotels in China thru partnership with Country Garden’s Funyard Hotels and Resorts

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China, 2022-Apr-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Accor in collaboration with Ennismore today (April 20, 2022) announced an unprecedented long-term master franchise agreement with Country Garden’s core alliance enterprise, Funyard Hotels and Resorts. Together with Funyard, one of the top hotel and property developers in China, Accor and Ennismore will introduce the lifestyle brand JO&JOE to China,… Read the full press release

Pullman Paris Montparnasse introduces fresh new style following a four-year makeover

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The largest Pullman hotel in Europe is unveiled on Paris’s Left Bank after a four-year makeover and top to bottom revitalization. Paris, France, 2022-Apr-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Pullman Hotels & Resorts is delighted to introduce the fresh new style of Pullman Paris Montparnasse, a 115-meter, avant-garde skyscraper designed by Pierre Dufau in 1972, and… Read the full press release

Outrigger is First Hospitality Company to Pursue Green Seal Certification in Mauritius, Fiji and Hawaii

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Outrigger is First Hospitality Company to Pursue Green Seal Certification

The premier beach resort brand moves forward with leading sustainability certification process HONOLULU, 2022-Apr-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Outrigger Hospitality Group announced today that it is moving forward with the Green Seal certification process at its beach resorts in Mauritius and Fiji and at seven of its owned and/or managed properties in Hawaii. With… Read the full press release

Oaky Partners with Duetto to Automate Pricing for Room Upgrades

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2022-Apr-20 — /Travel PR News/ – Oaky and Duetto, hotel tech companies, team up to automate room upgrade pricing management and customise guest experiences, leading to over a 45% uplift in guest spend per upgraded night. Oaky, the hyper-personalised hotel upselling solution, and Duetto, the leading revenue management software provider for hoteliers,… Read the full press release

Whistler Blackcomb unveils full 2022 summer program

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Cloudraker Skybridge & Ravens Eye reopen; Creekside construction sets the stage for trail expansion in the Whistler Mountain Bike Park  Whistler, BC, 2022-Apr-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Whistler’s full summer program launches May 21, with hiking, biking and sightseeing open to a global audience as travel returns to the world stage. Its iconic Bike Park is set… Read the full press release

IntercityHotel Mainz General Manager Matthias Sieber-Wagner takes additional responsibility as IntercityHotel Frankfurt Airport head

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General Manager Uwe Troll passes the baton to Matthias Sieber-Wagner Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2022-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Two hotels are now being run by the same familiar face. Matthias Sieber-Wagner, General Manager of the IntercityHotel Mainz, took on the additional responsibility of heading up the IntercityHotel Frankfurt Airport on 1 April 2022…. Read the full press release

LVCVA honors The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas Concierge Paola Crow with Hospitality Heroes Award

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LAS VEGAS, NV, 2022-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) today (12-APR-2022) honored Paola Crow, veteran concierge at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, with its Hospitality Heroes award during its board of directors meeting. The recognition program shines a spotlight on the top talent in Southern Nevada’s most… Read the full press release

Jumeirah Group announces leadership appointments

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Dubai, UAE, 2022-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding, today (11 April 2022) announced three key appointments across its portfolio. The Group’s investment in top talent and strong leadership profiles is consistent with its culture of excellence and fostering an environment that inspires… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the opening of Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi

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The 224-room property marks a significant milestone for Hyatt’s lifestyle brand in India CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (April 13, 2022) announced the opening of Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi, marking the Hyatt Centric brand’s debut in the national capital. Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi features… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the opening of Hotel La Compañía, Panama

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A luxury boutique hotel where the historic grandeur of Panama’s storied past meets modern flair CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) is pleased to announce the opening of Hotel La Compañía, the first hotel to open within The Unbound Collection by Hyatt portfolio in Central America. The hotel pioneers a new… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the opening of Hyatt Centric Lakeside Ningbo in mainland China

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The 174-room lifestyle hotel provides savvy travelers a relaxing stay by the lake and a stylish launchpad for exploration CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (April 13, 2021) the opening of Hyatt Centric Lakeside Ningbo, marking the first Hyatt Centric hotel in mainland China. Located beside Tongxin Lake… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the opening of Andaz Prague

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First Hyatt hotel in the Czech Republic marks continued growth with its luxury lifestyle brand across Europe CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (March 14, 2022) the opening of Andaz Prague, the first Hyatt hotel in the country, and the fifth  Andaz hotel in Europe. The 176-room Andaz… Read the full press release

Accor partners with Fever – the leading global live-entertainment discovery platform to enhance its loyalty program

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ACCOR IS ENHANCING ITS LOYALTY PROGRAM ALL–ACCOR LIVE LIMITLESS WITH A NEW RANGE OF EXPERIENCES IN PARTNERSHIP WITH FEVER, THE LEADING GLOBAL LIVE-ENTERTAINMENT DISCOVERY PLATFORM. THIS NEW SERVICE, INITIALLY AVAILABLE IN 50 GATEWAY CITIES, WILL SOON BE EXTENDED TO 100 GLOBAL DESTINATIONS. IT WILL PROVIDE MEMBERS – IN THEIR LOCAL CITY OR WHILE TRAVELING –… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Group to reach 50 hotels in Turkey by 2023

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Brussels/Istanbul, 2022-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group is accelerating its development pipeline targets in Turkey to reach 50 hotels by 2023 instead of 2025. In 2022, the Group plans to grow its presence in the country with 10 additional hotels and to introduce two new brands, Radisson Individuals and Radisson RED, to… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Group announces the opening of Number One Oxford Street Hotel & Suites, a member of Radisson Individuals at Accra, Ghana

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Brussels/Accra, 2022-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce its debut in Ghana with the opening of Number One Oxford Street Hotel & Suites, a member of Radisson Individuals. In partnership with Belfast City Management, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kwarleyz Group, the hotel also marks the second Radisson Individuals hotel… Read the full press release

Hyatt ranks No. 70 at the 2022 Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work For” List

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Fueled by its purpose to care for people so they can be their best, Hyatt celebrates nearly a decade of recognition from Fortune and Great Place to Work CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt has again been named to the FORTUNE 2022 “100 Best Companies to Work For” list, an annual ranking of companies with… Read the full press release

Il Sereno Lake Como Welcomes Guests with The New Culinary Escape Paired with Dom Pérignon 

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When Booking the Package Guests Can Enjoy A Complimentary Seven-Course Tasting Menu And A Bottle Of Dom Pérignon   London, United Kingdom, 2022-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — To celebrate the reopening of Il Sereno Lake Como, the team is offering a beautiful culinary escape  paired with Dom Pérignon for bookings until 30th of April 2022.  The experience starts with Dom Pérignon Champagne… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the opening of 263-room Hyatt Regency Dehradun

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The 263-room property marks the first Hyatt hotel in the mountain region CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (April 8, 2022) announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Dehradun. The 263-room hotel marks the first Hyatt hotel in the state of Uttarakhand and strengthens Hyatt’s brand footprint across… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the opening of 138-room Hyatt Centric San Salvador

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New 138-room Hyatt Centric San Salvador marks first property in El Salvador for Hyatt’s lifestyle brand CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Apr-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today (April 7, 2022) announced the opening of Hyatt Centric San Salvador, the first upper-upscale lifestyle Hyatt-branded hotel in the city, situated in the historic capital city… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces the opening of Hyatt Centric Santa Clara Silicon Valley

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The locally inspired property brings 220 suites, a signature restaurant, memorable poolside experience and flexible meeting space to the Santa Clara Silicon Valley area CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Apr-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (April 6, 2022) the opening of Hyatt Centric Santa Clara Silicon Valley, marking the latest lifestyle property to… Read the full press release

Marriott International announces Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis and MI Relief Efforts

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BETHESDA, MD, 2022-Apr-08 — /Travel PR News/ — As the war in Ukraine enters its second month, the humanitarian crisis has continued to worsen. We are deeply concerned for the more than 4 million people who have fled Ukraine for safety in neighboring countries, millions more displaced within the country’s borders, and countless others impacted… Read the full press release

Preferred Hotels & Resorts unveils 11 new member properties joining its global portfolio

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Independent Hotel Brand Continues To Strengthen its Portfolio Across The Globe   NEW YORK, NY, 2022-Apr-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand representing more than 650 hotels, resorts, and residences across 80 countries, is delighted to reveal that 11 new member properties have joined its global portfolio between… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts announces signings of two new voco hotels in Guadalajara and Saltillo, Mexico

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Guadalajara and Saltillo will be home to Mexico’s first two voco hotels Denham, United Kingdom, 2022-Apr-08 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today (05 APRIL 2022) announced the signings of two new voco hotels in Guadalajara and Saltillo, Mexico. The signings mark the introduction of the… Read the full press release