Category Archives: Hotels

Agoda.com: discounts of up to 75% on accommodation in some of Cambodia’s most popular destinations for the country’s first ever flash sale

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SINGAPORE, 2015-9-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Agoda.com, one of Asia’s leading hotel booking sites and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), has gathered a list of hotels offering special prices for the first ever Cambodia flash sale, with discounts of up to 75% on accommodation in some of the country’s most popular destinations. Moving… Read the full press release

Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Ubud, Bali to Debut on September 5

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Chevy Chase, Md., 2015-9-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Situated where temples stand majestic against a backdrop of rice terraces, Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is pleased to announce its official debut in Ubud, Bali on September 5, 2015, as the third bespoke resort in the prestigious Ritz-Carlton Reserve portfolio. Named after the entrance to a traditional… Read the full press release

Ritz-Carlton: The Elizabeth Park Hotel, Budapest opens in 2016 following an extensive renovation program

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Chevy Chase, Md, 2015-9-3 — /Travel PR News/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is delighted to announce that from 1st September The Elizabeth Park Hotel, Budapest, a Ritz-Carlton Partner Hotel will be managed by the company and following an extensive renovation program, the hotel will be re-launched as The Ritz-Carlton, Budapest in Spring 2016…. Read the full press release

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide inc debuts Tribute Portfolio in Europe with the addition of the Great Northern Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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Starwood’s 10th Brand Kicks off Global Expansion with First Independent Hotel in London LONDON, 2015-9-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced the debut of Tribute Portfolio in Europe with the addition of the Great Northern Hotel , a Tribute Portfolio Hotel . Launched this past April as Starwood’s… Read the full press release

US Open official hotel sponsor Westin Hotels & Resorts announced two new ways for both guests and tennis enthusiasts to experience the tournament

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Westin Hits another Ace, Offering Fans an Inside Look at New York City’s Largest Tennis Event with New Show and Evening Match Viewing Events STAMFORD, Conn., 2015-9-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Inspired by the electric atmosphere in New York City during one of tennis’ premier events, Westin Hotels & Resorts, the official hotel sponsor of the… Read the full press release

John Valletta appointed Vice President with oversight to the enterprise franchise operations at G6 Hospitality

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Economy Lodging Leader Welcomes Hotelier Veteran DALLAS, 2015-9-2 — /Travel PR News/ — G6 Hospitality, known for its iconic economy lodging brands, Motel 6 and Studio 6 in the U.S. and Canada, announced the appointment of John Valletta as Vice President with oversight to the enterprise franchise operations reporting to Mike Brower, Executive Vice President of Operations… Read the full press release

IHG, IL&FS Skills launch the 2nd IHG Academy branded training centre in Kalimpong, West Bengal, India

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INDIA, 2015-9-2 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, and IL&FS Skills, one of India’s largest skills development organisations have launched the second IHG Academy branded training centre under their partnership in Kalimpong, West Bengal. The first branded training centre was launched in New Delhi last… Read the full press release

Steigenberger partner with the Federal Government and not-for-profit Arbeit und Leben e.V. to offer 15 young people from Barcelona a chance to train in its hotels

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Frankfurt, Germany, 2015-9-2 — /Travel PR News/ — The Steigenberger Hotel Group is living up to its status as a 2015 “Germany’s Top Employer” award winner by joining forces with the Federal Government and the not-for-profit education and training association Arbeit und Leben e.V. to offer 15 young people from Barcelona a chance to train… Read the full press release

Oakwood Worldwide to award five students scholarships and bursary awards through the Howard F. Ruby Scholarship Program

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LOS ANGELES, 2015-9-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Worldwide®, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartment solutions, is pleased to award five dedicated and exemplary students scholarships and bursary awards through the Howard F. Ruby Scholarship Program. The program, named after the company founder, has awarded more than $120,000 in scholarships over the past… Read the full press release

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. enters Romania with the opening of the Sheraton® Bucharest Hotel

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Located in the Dynamic Capital of Romania, Sheraton Bucharest Hotel Marks First Entry by Starwood in the Country and Continues Rapid Sheraton Growth BUCHAREST, Romania, 2015-9-1 — /Travel PR News/ — Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced its market entry in Romania with the opening of the Sheraton® Bucharest Hotel, centrally located in one… Read the full press release

AHLA: Congressman Brian Babin praised the job growth of the Texas hotel industry

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Houston, Texas, 2015-9-1 — /Travel PR News/ — Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) praised the job growth of the Texas hotel industry today on a “Heart of the House” hotel tour of the Hilton Houston NASA Clear Lake. The tour of the 242-room hotel property emphasized the important role the hotel industry plays in supporting jobs and… Read the full press release

Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko: The Sixth Edition of Bansko Opera Fest introduced again some of the biggest names in the Bulgarian opera

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For the first time this year the festival lasted three days and presented an operetta performance MUNICH, Germany, 2015-9-1 — /Travel PR News/ — This past weekend Bansko was host to the sixth edition of the Bansko Opera Fest and this year, it lasted one day longer than usual. The festival featured a brilliant opening… Read the full press release

IHG, Nutrition Australia to launch newly-created Holiday Inn® Hotels & Resorts Kids’ Menu across Asia, AMEA region

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Buckinghamshire, UK, 2015-9-1 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®) has partnered with Nutrition Australia to launch a newly-created Holiday Inn® Hotels & Resorts Kids’ Menu, across the Asia, Middle East and Africa (AMEA) region. Featuring flavourful and playfully presented dishes to appeal to small ones’ big imaginations, the new menu has been created… Read the full press release

Palace Resorts to add Apple TV devices and Smart Televisions in select guestrooms of the brand’s oceanfront properties throughout Mexico and the Caribbean

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MIAMI, Fla., 2015-8-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Palace Resorts, the company that sets the standard in five-star, all-inclusive resort accommodations, is proud to announce the addition of Apple TV devices and Smart Televisions in select guestrooms of the brand’s oceanfront properties throughout Mexico and the Caribbean.* Palace Resorts guests now have the ability to log-on to… Read the full press release

Singapore Tiger Airways Private Limited held a press conference at Marco Polo Jinjiang

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SINGAPORE, 2015-8-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Tiger Airways Private Limited held a press conference on the new route that will be opened on 29 September, 2015 between Singapore and Jinjiang. The relevant department leaders, including Quanzhou Tourism Bureau, Jinjiang Tourism Bureau, Overseas Affairs Office of Quanzhou and Jinjiang attached great importance and attended… Read the full press release

David Jenkins appointed Vice President Business Development Russia & CIS Rezidor Hotel Group

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2015-8-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The Rezidor Hotel Group, the leading international operator in Russia & CIS, has appointed David Jenkins as Vice President Business Development Russia & CIS, effective 14th September 2015. David joins Rezidor from Jones Lang Lasalle Hotels & Hospitality Group where he served as Executive Vice President Russia… Read the full press release

Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel hosts the international water conference World Water Week in Stockholm, 23 – 28 August

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The lack of clean drinking water is a significant problem worldwide. Although our planet consists of 71% water, only 1% is drinkable. About 750 million people have no access to clean drinking water, and every 20 seconds a child dies from waterborne diseases. Experts predict that more than half of world’s population will suffer from… Read the full press release

Global leader in vacation exchange RCI added 26 new properties to its affiliate exchange network in Q2 2015

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PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2015-8-24 — /Travel PR News/ — RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), added 26 new properties to its affiliate exchange network during the second quarter of 2015, raising its newly-affiliated property number to 58 through the first half of the year. The additions… Read the full press release

Samie Barr to become VP global brands Hyatt Hotels Corporation

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Barr to lead brand experience marketing for Hyatt Regency and Grand Hyatt CHICAGO, 2015-8-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that Hyatt has named Samie Barr as vice president, global brands. Barr will be responsible for the brand development and management of the Hyatt Regency and Grand Hyatt brands. She will… Read the full press release

Marriott will open its first hotel in Iceland in 2018, The Reykjavik EDITION

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Reykjavik, Iceland, 2015-8-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) together with Ian Schrager and Carpenter & Company announced that it will open its first hotel in Iceland in 2018, The Reykjavik EDITION.  EDITION, the first true luxury-lifestyle brand, combines the personal, intimate, individualized and unique hotel experience that Ian Schrager is known for, with… Read the full press release

Marriott to open its first establishment in Ghana the Protea Hotel Select Takoradi

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Marriott International’s footprint in Middle East and Africa extends to 19 countries Cape Town, South Africa, 2015-8-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) has announced the opening of the Protea Hotel Select Takoradi, its first establishment in Ghana. “This opening under the Protea Hotels brand reinforces our focus on continuing to grow… Read the full press release

The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans unveils its newest art installation to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina

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With a New Art installation   New Orleans, 2015-8-21 — /Travel PR News/ — To commemorate the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans unveils its newest art installation titled, Reflections of Recovery. Local artist Kit Wohl curated this display to allow locals, hotel guests and tourists to look into the bright future of New Orleans… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort recognised as the winner of the Best Family Program by Virtuoso 2015 Best of the Best hotel awards

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Four Seasons Resort Orlando recognised for excellence in the category of Best Family Program Orlando, FL, 2015-8-20 — /Travel PR News/ — International luxury travel network Virtuoso announced the winners of its prestigious 2015 Best of the Best hotel awards on August 12, 2015 at its 27th annual Virtuoso Travel Week conference, where Four Seasons… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts announces the appointment of Rolf Lippuner as General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh

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Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts appoints Rolf Lippuner as new General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 2015-8-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has announced the appointment of Rolf Lippuner as General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh. Lippuner, who joined Four Seasons in 2008, was… Read the full press release

Burba Hotel Network announces that this year’s Hotel Investment Conference Europe (Hot.E) 2015 will feature two special sessions focusing on Montenegro

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Costa Mesa, CA, 2015-8-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Burba Hotel Network (BHN), hosts of the upcoming Hotel Investment Conference Europe (Hot.E) 2015, are pleased to announce that this year’s program will feature two special sessions focusing on Montenegro. Hot.E will be held in London on 28-29 September 2015, at the Jumeirah Carlton Tower. A… Read the full press release

Strategic Hotels & Resorts retains J.P. Morgan; explores potential sale

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CHICAGO, 2015-8-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Strategic Hotels & Resorts, Inc.(NYSE: BEE) announced today that its Board of Directors is exploring possible strategic alternatives for the Company, including the potential sale of the Company. The Company has retained J.P. Morgan as financial advisor. “Our Board of Directors and management team remain committed to acting… Read the full press release

Marriott International’s award winning #LoveTravels campaign launches new portrait and video series featuring Latino influencers

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Diego Boneta, Diane Guerrero and Boyce Avenue Bethesda, Md., 2015-8-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International’s award winning #LoveTravels campaign is launching a new portrait and video series featuring recognized Latino influencers Diane Guerrero (OITNB, Jane the Virgin), Diego Boneta (Scream Queens), and Boyce Avenue (YouTube music sensation).  #LoveTravels encourages all travelers to explore… Read the full press release

Marriott International, Inc. announces that Tricia Primrose has been appointed Global Chief Communications & Public Affairs Officer

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Bethesda, Md., 2015-8-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced today that Tricia Primrose has been appointed Global Chief Communications & Public Affairs Officer.  Primrose joins Marriott from Rational 360, a strategic public relations and communications firm where she has been a Partner since 2013 providing counsel and communications support for… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano names Ali Mohammed as Hotel Manager

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A Four Seasons success story landing on the Mediterranean shores Alexandria, Egypt, 2015-8-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano announces the appointment of Ali Mohammed to the position of Hotel Manager. After 15 years outside his homeland of Egypt, Ali returns back to the Mediterranean shores with a wide experience that… Read the full press release

JHM Hotels chairman of the board and CEO H.P. Rama to be honored with Lifetime Achievement Award at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit

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Costa Mesa, CA, 2015-8-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Hasmukh P. (H.P.) Rama, chairman of the board and CEO of JHM Hotels, will be honored with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS), January 25-27, 2016, in Los Angeles. This prominent award is presented to an individual who has made significant… Read the full press release