Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach to open in July 2017

Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach to open in July 2017   A Cultural Journey spanning ancients, artisans and free spirits Denham UK, 2017-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Bali’s most lively and storied village is welcoming the world’s most neighbourhood-centric brand in July 2017, with the opening of Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach. In a village… Read the full news article

IHG announces Hotel Indigo® London – One Leicester Square due to open in late 2017

IHG announces Hotel Indigo® London – One Leicester Square due to open in late 2017   New signing marks the fourth Hotel Indigo® in London and the 11th in the UK Criterion Capital adds another hotel to its growing Central London portfolio  Denham UK, 2017-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group® (IHG), one… Read the full news article

Ben Shank named General Manager of the new Four Seasons Philadelphia at Comcast Center

Ben Shank named General Manager of the new Four Seasons Philadelphia at Comcast Center   Toronto, Canada, 2017-Jul-18 — /Travel PR News/ — In preparation for the much-anticipated return of Four Seasons to Philadelphia, Ben Shank has been appointed as General Manager of the new Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center. The appointment marks an exciting homecoming for Shank, who… Read the full news article

Dusit International to operate the dusitD2 Seef Bahrain, slated to open in 2018

dusitD2 hotel in Seef, Manama, slated to open in 2018 BANGKOK, Thailand, 2017-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Thailand-based, global hospitality company Dusit International has signed a hotel management agreement with Al Manzil Hospitality Group to operate the dusitD2 Seef Bahrain, a contemporary leisure and business hotel, scheduled to open in Manama, the country’s modern capital,… Read the full news article

Choice Hotels appoints Patrick Pacious as President and Chief Executive Officer

ROCKVILLE, Md., 2017-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc., (NYSE:CHH) today announced that its Board of Directors appointed Patrick Pacious as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2018. Pacious currently serves as President and Chief Operating Officer, and will succeed Chief Executive Officer Stephen Joyce. Joyce will continue in his role as CEO through the… Read the full news article

Mandarin Oriental, Milan launches luxury, self-drive Lake Como package

Hong Kong, 2017-Jul-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Milan has launched a luxury, self-drive Lake Como package. In addition to enjoying suite accommodation at Mandarin Oriental, Milan, guests will have an opportunity to drive to Lake Como in a vintage Ferrari and experience a private tour aboard a classic Riva speedboat. The day trip… Read the full news article

Mandarin Oriental, Boston launches pop-up dining space, Ceviche@MO featuring tasting menu of fresh New England seafood

Hong Kong, 2017-Jul-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The Five-Star Mandarin Oriental, Boston is delighted to announce the debut of a pop-up dining space, Ceviche@MO, located in the hotel’s stylish Lobby Lounge, featuring a tasting menu of fresh New England seafood. An inviting place to gather socially and unwind after a busy day in Back Bay, guests can enjoy… Read the full news article

Commercial Times recognized Mandarin Oriental, Taipei with “Best Service: Gold Award” and “Best of the Best Award”

Hong Kong, 2017-Jul-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Taipei has received two awards from prestigious Taiwan financial newspaper, Commercial Times, at the 2017 Taiwan Service Awards. The hotel won “Best Service: Gold Award” in the hotel category and “Best of the Best Award” at Taiwan’s “Oscars” for the service industry. The hotel’s Duty Manager, Tien… Read the full news article

The Rezidor Hotel Group welcomes Chema Basterrechea as EVP & Chief Operating Officer

BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2017-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The Rezidor Hotel Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Chema Basterrechea as Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer (COO). Chema Basterrechea has been Chief Operating Officer at NH Hotel Group, prior to his appointment with Rezidor. Chema has worked for NHHG for more than 23… Read the full news article

Radisson Blu announces the opening of its first hotel in N’Djamena, Chad

Radisson Blu, the iconic hotel brand driven by innovation and design, is proud to announce the opening of its first hotel in N’Djamena, Chad. This latest addition brings Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group’s African presence to 42 hotels with more than 16,200 rooms in operation and under development. BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2017-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Located… Read the full news article

Marriott International announces the opening of Fairfield by Marriott Nanning Nanhu Park

Marriott International announces the opening of Fairfield by Marriott Nanning Nanhu Park   Nanning, China, 2017-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today (07/11/2017) announced the debut of the FairfieldSM by Marriott® brand in Greater China with the opening of Fairfield by Marriott Nanning Nanhu Park, marking the first opening among more… Read the full news article

Hilton announces the opening of the Nanhai Wing at Hilton Shenzhen Shekou Nanhai

Hilton announces the opening of the Nanhai Wing at Hilton Shenzhen Shekou Nanhai SHENZHEN, China and MCLEAN, Va., 2017-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ —Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today (July 10, 2017) announced the opening of the Nanhai Wing at Hilton Shenzhen Shekou Nanhai. The new wing is an incorporation of the former Nanhai Hotel, one of Shenzhen’s earliest… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh promotes Waleed Sobhy as the new Resort Manager

Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh promotes Waleed Sobhy as the new Resort Manager   Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, 2017-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh announces that Four Seasons veteran Waleed Sobhy has been promoted as the new Resort Manager at the Red Sea world-class diving resort. Sobhy’s remarkable leadership, his extensive experience and particularly… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Doha announces the appointment of Gaurav Khanna as General Manager at Nobu Doha

Four Seasons Hotel Doha announces the appointment of Gaurav Khanna as General Manager at Nobu Doha   Doha, Qatar, 2017-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Doha announces the appointment of Gaurav Khanna as General Manager at Nobu Doha, overseeing the award-winning restaurant at Four Seasons.  In his new role, Khanna will be responsible for overseeing all restaurant operations… Read the full news article

Choice Hotels announces new Cambria hotel in Austin, Texas expected to open in 2019

ROCKVILLE, Md., 2017-Jul-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, has signed an agreement with Cloud Nine Hospitality, LLC, to develop a new Cambria hotel in Austin, Texas. The four-story, 134-room Cambria property will be located at the corner of E. Ben White Blvd. and E. Riverside Dr. Expected to open in 2019,… Read the full news article

Choice Hotels awards the Suburban Extended Stay in Triadelphia W.Va. the Hotel of the Year Award

ROCKVILLE, Md., 2017-Jul-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, awarded the Suburban Extended Stay in Triadelphia W.Va., the prestigious Hotel of the Year Award for the third consecutive year. This hotel is owned by Ohio County Hospitality, LLC; an affiliate of Glenmark Holdings, LLC and managed by EXCL Hospitality. The… Read the full news article

Thomas Cook to open its newest own-brandhotel, the smartline Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort this November

London, 2017-Jul-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Thomas Cook, one of the world’s leading leisure travel companies, is opening its newest own-brandhotel, the smartline Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort, on 1 November 2017. The hotel is Thomas Cook’s second long-haul smartline hotel, following the smartline Eriyadu resort in the Maldives which opened in summer 2017,… Read the full news article

Deutsche Hospitality websites again earns TÜV SÜD s@fer-shopping certification

Steigenberger and IntercityHotel booking sites fulfil “s@fer shopping” criteria Main, Germany, 2017-Jul-11 — /Travel PR News/ — The German Technical Inspection Agency TÜV SÜD has this year once again confirmed that booking hotel stays on the Deutsche Hospitality websites offers a particularly secure shopping experience. This means that the homepages of Steigenberger Hotels and Resorts… Read the full news article

Park Inn by Radisson Hotel & Spa Zalakaros in Hungary opens

Brussels, Belgium, 2017-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Park Inn by Radisson, the colorful and dynamic midscale hotel brand, adds Park Inn by Radisson Hotel & Spa Zalakaros in Hungary. The 236-room property and spa is Carlson Rezidor´s fourth hotel in Hungary, strengthening the group’s presence in South-Eastern Europe. The new Park Inn by Radisson Hotel… Read the full news article

Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel re-opens following an extensive four-year restoration

Timeless Parisian landmark hotel begins a new chapter in its history Hong Kong, 2017-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel re-opens today after undergoing an extensive four-year restoration. Dating back to the 18th century, this historic treasure is decidedly reborn as a luxury hotel for 21st century travellers. Located in the… Read the full news article

Graham Cooke: World Travel Awards is delighted to welcome MVHOTELS into the WTA family

MALDIVES, 2017-Jul-07 — /Travel PR News/ — MVHOTELS has been announced as an official media partner for World Travel Awards (WTA) Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony. World Travel Awards Founder and President, Graham Cooke, welcomed the news in the run up to the glittering event – which will take place at the five star Sun Aqua Vilu… Read the full news article

World Travel Awards (WTA) prepares for the Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2017 in Maldives

MALDIVES, 2017-Jul-07 — /Travel PR News/ — World Travel Awards (WTA) has touched down in the Maldives, as the finishing touches are put together in preparation of the Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2017. The prestigious event will take place this Saturday (8th July) at the five star Sun Aqua Vilu Reef, with hospitality leaders from across the region expected… Read the full news article

The Ascend Hotel Collection adds the Curtiss Hotel in Buffalo, NY to its growing global portfolio

BUFFALO, N.Y., 2017-Jul-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The Ascend Hotel Collection from Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, welcomes the Curtiss Hotel in Buffalo, New York, to its growing global portfolio of distinctive independent hotels and resorts. This 68-room upper upscale boutique hotel is located in the heart of downtown Buffalo and features seven styles… Read the full news article

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announces new leadership structure for Miraval Group

CHICAGO, 2017-Jul-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today introduced a new leadership structure for Miraval, the renowned provider of wellness and mindfulness experiences, which Hyatt acquired earlier this year. Marc Ellin, Hyatt senior vice president, operations, Americas, will assume increasing responsibilities for Miraval Group, including oversight of operations, sales and marketing. He… Read the full news article

Club Carlson to offer members an opportunity to earn free Friday stay or 10,000 bonus Gold Points® this summer

Complete Two Stays, Earn a Free Friday or 10,000 Bonus Gold Points BRUSSELS, MINNEAPOLIS AND SINGAPORE, 2017-Jul-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Club CarlsonSM, the global rewards program from Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group which includes more than 1,000 Quorvus Collection, Radisson Blu®, Radisson®, Radisson RED, Park Plaza®, Park Inn® by Radisson, and Country Inns & Suites By CarlsonSM hotels… Read the full news article

Wharf Hotels announces the appointment of Brian Connelly as General Manager of Marco Polo Plaza Cebu, Philippines

Hong Kong, 2017-Jul-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Wharf Hotels has appointed international hotelier Brian Connelly as General Manager of its deluxe urban resort hotel, Marco Polo Plaza Cebu. Connelly brings with him a wealth of experience in various leadership roles spanning over 38 years with prominent hotels and resorts in Asia Pacific, Middle East and… Read the full news article

Choice Hotels launches its “We mean Business” platform to demonstrate expanded services for business travelers

ROCKVILLE, Md., 2017-Jun-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, has amplified its focus on the business travel segment with new appealing offerings. The company announced today, its “We mean Business” platform, signifying a commitment to partner with corporate travel managers and demonstrate expanded services… Read the full news article

Hilton Fiji Beach Resort & Spa announces the opening of new event facilities

Hilton Fiji Beach Resort & Spa is Set to Welcome the Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Events Market with the Introduction of Exciting New Event Facilities NADI, Fiji, 2017-Jun-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Fiji Beach Resort & Spa announces the opening of a stunning new venue, designed specifically to attract Fiji’s growing MICE and destination wedding… Read the full news article

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group announces its first property in Australia

Hong Kong, 2017-Jun-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has signed a management contract for a new luxury hotel and branded residences to be developed in Melbourne, Australia. The project is expected to open in 2023, and is the Group’s first announced property in Australia. The hotel and residences will be located on Collins… Read the full news article

Autograph Collection Hotels welcomes its third independent property in Madrid with the opening of Hotel Círculo Gran Vía

Bethesda, Maryland, 2017-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Autograph Collection Hotels, part of Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR), welcomes its third distinctly independent property in Madrid with the opening of Hotel Círculo Gran Vía. The magnificent neo-classical building is the former home of the Merchants and Industrialist’s Circle and has been transformed into a boutique, adults-only… Read the full news article