Callater Lodge in Braemar awarded ‘Gold’ status from VisitScotland

Edinburgh, Scotland, 2016-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — A Victorian shooting lodge in Royal Deeside which has been converted into a 4-Star guest house has achieved its ‘Gold’ award from the national tourism organisation in recognition of its excellent customer service. Callater Lodge in Braemar, was already a 4-Star guest house but has now been awarded… Read the full press release

Morvich B&B in Fort William awarded ‘Gold’ status from VisitScotland

Edinburgh, Scotland, 2016-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — A Highland 4-Star Bed and Breakfast with beautiful views across Loch Linnhe to the scenic Ardgour Hills has achieved its ‘Gold’ award from the national tourism organisation in recognition of its excellent customer service. Morvich B&B in Fort William, was already a 4-Star B&B but has now been… Read the full press release

Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts announces its newest property, Waldorf Astoria San Francisco

MCLEAN, Va., 2016-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Hilton‘s(NYSE: HLT) luxury brand of iconic landmark hotels, announced its newest property, Waldorf Astoria San Francisco, which will be the centerpiece of a two million square-foot, mixed-used complex that will feature luxury entertainment, retail and office space. Destined to become the preferred hotel… Read the full press release

Acqualina Resort & Spa celebrates its tenth year anniversary with Ten Chapter Video Series

The Luxury Five-Star Miami Resort Honors Ten Years with a Ten Chapter Video Series SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FLA, 2016-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Since opening in 2006, the Five-Star, Five-Diamond Acqualina Resort & Spa has become a go-to destination for the world’s most discerning travelers. And now this multi-award winning Sunny Isles beach resort that… Read the full press release

Norwegian Reward now gives members 12% CashPoints when booking any room at BLOC Gatwick

VIP trip for two to Boston on offer to mark new partnership LONDON, 2016-Aug-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Low-cost airline Norwegian has partnered with BLOC Hotel Gatwick to allow the airline’s loyalty scheme members to save costs on flights when staying at the stylish, yet affordable hotel. Norwegian Reward, the award-winning loyalty programme, is now… Read the full press release

The Steigenberger Hotel Cologne opens its doors following 23 million euro renovation works

Seven-month renovation phase 23 million euro investment 305 rooms and suites – Ballroom – five meeting rooms Cologne, Germany, 2016-Aug-08 — /Travel PR News/ — The Steigenberger Hotel Cologne is opening its doors following comprehensive renovation works that have taken place over a period of seven months. 305 rooms and suites, the Ballroom, five meeting rooms,… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou welcomes Michelin-Star French Chef Nicolas Isnard to Ebony from 8 to 13 September 2016

HONG KONG, 2016-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou welcomes acclaimed French Chef Nicolas Isnard to Ebony from 8 to 13 September 2016.  Residents of Guangzhou can take this opportunity to embark on an exciting culinary journey with Chef Nicolas as he acquaints the palate his refined and ingenious creations. Chef Nicolas’ signature… Read the full press release

Somsuk Nakwatcharadilok appointed Director of Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou

HONG KONG, 2016-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — A Thai nationality from South Thailand, Somsuk Nakwatcharadilok is fondly known as Suki amongst her colleagues and friends.  Suki recently joined Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou as Director of Spa after 15 years in the spa industry.  Her interest in wellbeing was influenced by her mother and grandmother.  After graduation,… Read the full press release

AccorHotels to continue to distribute its hotel inventory through the Amadeus GDS

Amadeus currently exclusively distributes Ibis Budget, AccorHotels’ benchmark budget brand. MADRID, SPAIN, 2016-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Searching for the right hotel room can be a challenge as there are so many options. At Amadeus we offer a range of content to our travel agency customers so that they can find the perfect room for… Read the full press release

The Expedia group and Travelport announce expanded European partnership

BELLEVUE, WA, US, and LANGLEY, UK, 2016-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — the Expedia group (NASDAQ: EXPE) and Travelport (NYSE: TVPT) have today announced an expanded European partnership which sees Expedia extend its use of Travelport’s Travel Commerce Platform in multiple European countries. As part of the agreement, Expedia and its brands, including its corporate arm,… Read the full press release

Marriott International opens its second hotel in Belarus with the addition of Minsk Marriott Hotel

LONDON, 2016-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International opens its second hotel in Belarus with the addition of Minsk Marriott Hotel, the capital’s first 5-star internationally rated hotel, which is now open for business. The deluxe Minsk Marriott Hotel sits within a new compound located on the Svisloch riverside offering an exceptional range of… Read the full press release

Autograph Collection Hotels welcomes its second property in Greece with the launch of Domes Noruz Chania

  LONDON, 2016-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Autograph Collection Hotels, Marriott International’s growing collection of strikingly independent hotels, welcomes its second property in Greece with the launch of Domes Noruz Chania. This new, adults-only resort opens August 2016 in the extraordinary destination of Chania, Crete. The sister hotel to the legendary Domes of Elounda, Domes… Read the full press release

Sandals Ochi Beach Resort to host World Travel Awards Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony 2016

London, UK, 2016-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — World Travel Awards has revealed Sandals Ochi Beach Resort will host the Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony 2016. The luxurious resort will welcome hospitality leaders from across the region on September 17th as they gather to see who among them has been voted the best-of-the-best. Wrapped in the lush beauty of… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Seychelles announces the appointment of Marcel Oostenbrink as Resort Manager

New Resort Manager joins from Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh Seychelles, 2016-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Seychelles has appointed Marcel Oostenbrink as Resort Manager, with him transferring in the same position that he most recently held at Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh. Arriving to his new office in the treetop… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver welcomes Chef Weimar Gomez as new executive chef at YEW seafood + bar

Global culinary talent Weimar Gomez touches down in Vancouver Vancouver, Canada, 2016-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Vancouver has become a major culinary draw for passionate food lovers from across the planet.  Global culinary influences and influencers play key roles in keeping the city’s dining scene fresh and focused. Enter Executive Chef Weimar Gomez, a 16-year… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti announces the appointment of Bir Kumar Yadav as its new Executive Sous Chef

Serengeti, Tanzania, 2016-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti has announced Bir Kumar Yadav as its new Executive Sous Chef. Swapping the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean for the greens of the Serengeti, Chef Yadav joins the luxury safari lodge from Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru, where he has… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts strengthens its operational leadership team with new appointments and promotions

Appointments highlight breadth and depth of operations experience throughout the organisation Toronto, Canada, 2016-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, the world’s leading luxury hospitality company, announces the following appointments and promotions, as it continues to strengthen its operational leadership team: Christian Clerc has been appointed President, Hotel Operations – Americas… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai to host the 20th Anniversary Run for Hope from September 9 to 11, 2016

Hawaii, Hualalai, U.S.A., 2016-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, the first and only AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five Star hotel on Hawaii Island is proud to host the 20th Anniversary Run for Hope with all proceeds to benefit the American Cancer Society Hawaii Pacific and Friends of the University of Hawaii… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire to host its annual Terry Fox Run of Hope on Sunday, October 2, 2016

Hampshire, England, 2016-Aug-02 — /Travel PR News/ — On Sunday, October 2, 2016, Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire will host its annual Terry Fox Run of Hope in support of the Terry Fox Foundation and the Hampshire-based Brain Tumour Charity. Teaming up with its sister property Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane, the Hotels will be… Read the full press release

Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group announces 120 Radisson Blu and Park Inn by Radisson hotels certified by the Safehotels Alliance

Around seven hotels each month have gained certification since January 2015 120 hotels are now certified and many more are scheduled for imminent approval Program meets business travelers’ demand for world-class safety and security BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, 2016-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group now has 120 Radisson Blu and Park Inn by Radisson… Read the full press release

Colorado showcases variety of private baths and mineral hot spring pools with its 720-mile Colorado Historic Hot Springs Loop

DENVER, 2016-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Colorado’s unmistakable charm is fed by its diverse attractions that keep visitors active all year long. Laced with heart racing adventures and scenic drives, soaking in a hot spring is an exceptional way to unwind and relax after a Colorado day of play. Five premier Colorado adventure and hot… Read the full press release

Hyatt appoints Jen Acerra as VP global brand research and insights; and Heather Geisler, VP creative and field marketing

CHICAGO, 2016-Jul-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced it has selected two seasoned executives to join the company’s marketing leadership – Jen Acerra as vice president, global brand research and insights, and Heather Geisler, vice president, creative and field marketing. Acerra will report to Maryam Banikarim, global chief marketing officer,… Read the full press release

Hyatt Regency brand marks its return to one of China’s oldest cities with the opening of Hyatt Regency Xi’an

CHICAGO, 2016-Jul-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Regency Xi’an opens in Xi’an, the capital of Shaanxi province in northwest China, and marks the return of the Hyatt Regency brand to one of China’s oldest cities. The 298-room Hyatt Regency hotel fosters connections and serves as a dynamic, energizing place where guests can collaborate and find… Read the full press release

The first Hyatt-branded hotel on the island of Barbados set to open in 2019 — Hyatt Centric Carlisle Bay

CHICAGO, 2016-Jul-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Vision Developments Inc. for a Hyatt Centric hotel in Carlisle Bay, Barbados. Hyatt Centric Carlisle Bay, Barbados is expected to open in 2019, and will mark the first Hyatt-branded hotel on the island… Read the full press release

Cuil-an-Duin Country House in Highland Perthshire presented with VisitScotland’s Five Star Quality Assurance Award

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND, 2016-Jul-28 — /Travel PR News/ — A boutique bed and breakfast in Highland Perthshire has been awarded five stars by the national tourism organisation. Cuil-an-Duin Country House, located just outside Pitlochry, was presented with VisitScotland’s highest Quality Assurance (QA) accolade in recognition of its exceptional standards. Originally built as a private residence for the… Read the full press release

Preferred Hotels & Resorts launches the #FamilyTravelTruth contest

CHICAGO, 2016-Jul-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Today, Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, launches the #FamilyTravelTruth contest. The hashtag campaign celebrates the unpredictable and chaotic moments that go hand-in-hand with family travel and puts a call out to families to share their favorite unfiltered moments on Instagram. Each week from July… Read the full press release

Preferred Hotels & Resorts announces global partnership with UnionPay International

CHICAGO, 2016-Jul-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Today, Preferred Hotels & Resorts – the world’s largest independent hotel brand – entered into a global partnership with UnionPay International – the most widely used and influential bank card payment network – as part of its continuous campaign to court the booming Chinese outbound market by making it… Read the full press release

Holiday Inn and IHG® Rewards Club launch new Inn Business promotion for small business travelers

New Inn Business Offer from the Holiday Inn Brand and IHG®Rewards Club Helps Small Business Travelers Earn Elite Status Faster ATLANTA, 2016-Jul-26 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies,  today announces the results of the Holiday Inn® Small Business Traveler Study conducted by Kelton Global, which reveals… Read the full press release

Oakwood Worldwide® adds Canary Wharf, Kensington and Fitzrovia to its London portfolio

LONDON, 2016-Jul-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Worldwide®, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartment solutions, has added three new locations of luxury, serviced apartments to its London portfolio: Canary Wharf, Kensington and Fitzrovia. “We are very excited to announce these new apartments, which join our other recent opening in Clerkenwell and strengthen… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Prague invites guests to experience the beauty of Czech capital with fun-filled Treasure Hunt adventure package

HONG KONG, 2016-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Prague invites younger fans and parents alike to experience this beautiful city’s iconic sights through a two-night Prague Treasure Hunt package. Families booking the package will enjoy the comforts of one of the hotel’s historical rooms or suites, a fun-filled Treasure Hunt adventure and an… Read the full press release