The very first Radisson RED hotel concept in the world opens in Brussels

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, 2016-Jul-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson RED Brussels, the very first Radisson RED in the world, welcomed 100 potential investors, owners and advisors from all over Europe, Middle East & Africa, to put its brand new hotel in Brussels to the test. The mission: enjoy the night, experience the brand and gather feedback… Read the full press release

The Rezidor Hotel Group announces the appointment of Ogilvy PR as the EMEA agency of record

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, 2016-Jul-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The Rezidor Hotel Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Ogilvy Public Relations (Ogilvy PR), a global, multi-disciplinary communications leader operating in more than 85 offices across six continents, as the EMEA agency of record. Ogilvy PR is a unit of Ogilvy & Mather, a WPP company… Read the full press release

Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Center opens in Kigali, Rwanda

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, 2016-Jul-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Blu, the iconic hotel brand driven by innovation and design, is delighted to announce the opening of the Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Center in Kigali, Rwanda. Valued at more than $300 million (about Rwf223 billion), the complex will comprise the five-star Radisson Blu hotel with 292… Read the full press release

Wyndham Vacation Rentals announces deals up to 40 percent off at some of North America’s most visited summer destinations

Save up to 40 percent* off a vacation rental stay whether it’s a beach escape or mountain adventure PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2016-Jul-15 — /Travel PR News/ — It’s not too late to prepare your summer vacation! Arrange the main dish by booking your getaway now. Wyndham Vacation Rentals is offering a number of ways to get away… Read the full press release

Take advantage of special travel deals before summer ends from Wyndham® Extra Holidays

Book Your Summer Getaway Now and Save at Resorts throughout the U.S. ORLANDO, Fla., 2016-Jul-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham® Extra Holidays, a subsidiary of Wyndham Vacation Ownership (WVO), the world’s largest vacation ownership company and member of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), is encouraging travelers to make the most out of… Read the full press release

Hyatt Regency opens 306-room hotel in the heart of Shanghai’s vibrant Wujiaochang district

CHICAGO, 2016-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Regency Shanghai, Wujiaochang opens in Wujiaochang, a thriving business, innovation and university district in Shanghai, East China. The 306-room Hyatt Regency hotel offers guests an urban retreat that fosters connections and serves as a dynamic, energizing place where they can collaborate and find inspiration. “The opening of Hyatt… Read the full press release

Hyatt House recognized by J.D. Power as highest in guest satisfaction among North American upper extended stay hotel chains

CHICAGO, 2016-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) announced that the Hyatt House brand has been recognized by J.D. Power as highest in guest satisfaction among North American upper extended stay hotel chains. With 68 locations throughout the United States and Puerto Rico, the Hyatt House brand received high marks in several study… Read the full press release

UNWTO launches neZEH e-toolkit to support hotels in Europe to comply with nearly-Zero Energy Buildings (nZEB) regulations

The nearly-Zero Energy Hotels (neZEH) e-toolkit, which is available online at: www.nezeh.eu assesses the energy performance of hotels and proposes measures to improve efficiency and increase the use of renewable energy sources towards nearly-zero consumption. The toolkit is the outcome of a three-year long project funded by the European Union. MADRID SPAIN, 2016-Jul-13 — /Travel… Read the full press release

Acqualina Resort & Spa introduces new line of activities for teen guests

Five Star, Five Diamond Florida Luxury Resort in Sunny Isles Beach Expands Guest Offerings with Teen Scene and Learner’s Permit Certification SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FLA, 2016-Jul-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Acqualina Resort & Spa, Florida’s most luxurious, multi-award winning Five-Star Miami Beach resort introduces a new menu of activities designed for guests between the ages of… Read the full press release

Kyle LaMonica appointed new General Manager of Australia’s foremost luxury resort, qualia

Hamilton Island, Australia, 2016-Jul-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Hamilton Island has appointed Kyle LaMonica as the new General Manager of Australia’s foremost luxury resort, qualia.  As General Manager, LaMonica is responsible for overseeing the operations of the resort and ensuring qualia’s unrivalled standards of luxury are consistently exceeded.  With over 20 years’ experience in hospitality… Read the full press release

IHG announces Holiday Inn Osaka Namba in partnership with Japan Hotel REIT Investment Corporation

314 room Holiday Inn Osaka Namba to join network by end of 2016 Denham, United Kingdom, 2016-Jul-11 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announced the signing of Holiday Inn Osaka Namba in partnership with Japan Hotel REIT Investment Corporation (JHR). JHR is the largest J-REIT… Read the full press release

Interstate Hotels & Resorts adds three new hotels to its international portfolio, including its first entry into Germany

ARLINGTON, Va., 2016-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ —  Interstate Hotels & Resorts – the leading U.S.-based global hotel management company – announces the addition of three new hotels to its international portfolio, including the Company’s first entry into Germany. Building upon global relationships, the Company will manage the hotels with development and lease partner Odyssey… Read the full press release

The Wedgewood Hotel & Spa awarded the #1 Top City Hotel in Canada at the Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards

Vancouver, Canada, 2016-Jul-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Wedgewood Hotel & Spa has just been awarded the #1 Top City Hotel in Canada in the prestigious Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards. The recipients of the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards are selected by discerning readers who cast their votes for hotels, destinations, and… Read the full press release

The Cateys 2016 presented The Lifetime Achievement Award to Red Carnation Hotel Collection President and Founder Beatrice Tollman

LONDON, 2016-Jul-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Mrs Beatrice Tollman, President and Founder of the boutique Red Carnation Hotel Collection has been honoured with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at The Cateys 2016, celebrating her lifelong contribution to the hotel and restaurant sectors. The Cateys, which took place last night (5 July 2016) at London’s Grosvenor… Read the full press release

Preferred Hotels & Resorts partners with Rolls-Royce Motor Cars London and Smythson of Bond Street to provide guests with first-class experience and sophisticated way to navigate London

LONDON, 2016-Jul-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, has teamed up with Rolls-Royce Motor Cars London and Smythson of Bond Street, two of the UK’s most iconic luxury brands, to offer London-bound travellers a first-class experience and a stress-free, sophisticated way to navigate the city. Combining the… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group announces the opening of Holiday Inn Express® Mexico Aeropuerto hotel

Hotel offers an efficient and affordable option for travelers to Mexico City’s eastern area MEXICO CITY, 2016-Jul-07 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the opening of the new-build 112-room Holiday Inn Express® Mexico Aeropuerto hotel. This is the first Holiday Inn Express branded property near Mexico… Read the full press release

IHG’s Hotel Indigo strengthens its presence in South East Asia with the opening of Hotel Indigo Singapore Katong

SINGAPORE, 2016-Jul-07 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has expanded the South East Asian footprint of its boutique hotel brand, Hotel Indigo, with the opening of Hotel Indigo Singapore Katong. Hotel Indigo is the world’s first globally branded boutique hotel brand and no two hotels under… Read the full press release

Marriott Caribbean & Latin America Resorts launches “Members Get It” sale event

Miami, Florida, 2016-Jul-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Just in time for summer vacation planning, Marriott Caribbean & Latin America Resorts is launching the“Members Get It” sale event providing up to 35% off leisure rates at participating properties – the largest discounts ever offered across the collection of resorts. Marriott Rewards Members must reserve a… Read the full press release

Hilton London Hyde Park completes its £5.4 million makeover

Over £5 million invested in a complete hotel makeover LONDON, 2016-Jul-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton London Hyde Park fully completes its £5.4 million refurbishment this month. The work included a full revamp of meeting space, common areas and guest rooms. The number of rooms offered by the hotel has increased and there has been… Read the full press release

The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum voted top “Luxury Destination Spa” at the 2016 World Luxury Spa & Restaurant Awards

Hong Kong, 2016-Jul-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum has been voted top “Luxury Destination Spa” at the 2016 World Luxury Spa & Restaurant Awards. Previously honoured by the European Hotel Design Awards, Tatler and other prestigious bodies, The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum now adds this accolade from the spa industry’s leading… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental partners with Hakkasan Group to open new dining concept, Ling Ling at Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech

HONG KONG, 2016-Jul-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental has announced a partnership with Hakkasan Group to open a new dining concept,  Ling Ling, at Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech on 22nd of August 2016. Offering a vibrant, social experience that fits well with the Marrakech lifestyle, Ling Ling provides a creative twist to the renowned… Read the full press release

Marriott receives authorization from competition authorities in Saudi Arabia and Mexico for the acquisition of Starwood Hotels & Resorts

Bethesda, Maryland, 2016-Jul-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced it has received authorization from competition authorities in Saudi Arabia and Mexico to proceed with its acquisition of Starwood Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: HOT) in a merger transaction. With these authorizations, the only remaining country in which Marriott and Starwood… Read the full press release

Sunstone Hotel Investors to report financial results for the second quarter 2016 on August 8, 2016

ALISO VIEJO, Calif., 2016-Jul-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. (the “Company”) (NYSE: SHO) announced that it will report financial results for the second quarter 2016 on Monday, August 8, 2016 after the market closes.  Management will hold its quarterly conference call the next day, on Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at 12:00 p.m…. Read the full press release

AccorHotels announces the sale of a portfolio of 85 hotels in Europe as part of HotelInvest asset base transformation

Paris, France, 2016-Jul-04 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of the transformation of the HotelInvest asset base, AccorHotels announces the sale of a portfolio of 85 hotels in Europe in the Economy and Midscale segments, for a total consideration of €504 million, in accordance with the terms announced on January 27, 2016. These hotels will… Read the full press release

Rezidor announces Radisson Blu Resort Half Moon Bay, Al Khobar and the Radisson Blu Hotel, Buraidah in Saudi Arabia

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, 2016-Jul-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Rezidor, one of the fastest growing hotel companies worldwide and part of the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, announces two new Radisson Blu hotels in Saudi Arabia: the Radisson Blu Resort Half Moon Bay, Al Khobar (158 keys) and the Radisson Blu Hotel, Buraidah (120 keys) will welcome the… Read the full press release

Park Inn by Radisson announces the opening of its new hotel in Ankara, Cankaya

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, 2016-Jul-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Park Inn by Radisson, the colorful and dynamic midscale hotel brand, today announced the opening of a new 114-bedroom hotel in Ankara, Cankaya. Operated by The Rezidor Hotel Group, this latest addition to the group’s portfolio is conveniently located in the Eymir Lake district, in the diplomatic heart… Read the full press release

Park Inn by Radisson announces the launch of its newly refreshed website

Brussels, Belgium, 2016-Jun-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Park Inn by Radisson, one of the world’s most dynamic and colorful hotel brand, is delighted to announce the launch of its newly refreshed website. The new parkinn.com is live now, and has been enhanced and improved to make guests’ bookings and enquiries easier, brighter and more enjoyable…. Read the full press release

Wyndham Vacation Ownership launches “Show Your Travel Side” sweepstakes

Share Your Favorite Vacation with Us and Enter for a Chance to Win Prizes ORLANDO, Fla., 2016-Jun-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Vacation Ownership (WVO), the world’s largest vacation ownership company and a member of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), is inviting you to “Show Your Travel Side” this summer by sharing… Read the full press release

Hyatt Hotels Corporation to release its second quarter 2016 financial results on Tuesday, August 2, 2016

CHICAGO, 2016-Jun-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (“Hyatt” or the “Company”) (NYSE: H) announced today that it will release second quarter 2016 financial results on Tuesday, August 2, 2016, before the stock market opens, followed by a conference call at 10:00 a.m. CT. All interested persons may listen to a simultaneous webcast of… Read the full press release

The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Miami introduces Margaret Dabbs London treatments and products

HONG KONG, 2016-Jun-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Miami is pleased to introduce Margaret Dabbs London treatments and products for the first time in Florida. The Spa will offer three Margaret Dabbs London pedicures, two signature manicures and a therapeutic foot bath. Renowned podiatrist and pioneer of the ‘Medical Pedicure,’… Read the full press release