China’s prima ballerina Tan Yuan Yuan joins Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® “Rosewood Curators” as the Beijing advisor

BEIJING, 2015-8-13 — /Travel PR News/ — China’s prima ballerina Tan Yuan Yuan has joined Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® “Rosewood Curators” as the Beijing advisor, joining a carefully selected group of luminaries and leaders sharing insider secrets, travel tips and favorite activities in Rosewood destinations around the world. Hailed as one of the most outstanding… Read the full press release

Marco Polo Wuhan awarded Creative Partner Trophy from the British Consulate General

WUHAN, China, 2015-8-13 — /Travel PR News/ — It was an honor and proud moment for Marco Polo Wuhan to receive the first ever awarded Creative Partner Trophy from the British Consulate General in a special ceremony at the hotel today. Mr. Nick Whittingham, the Consul General of the British Consulate-General Wuhan expressed his great… Read the full press release

Wyndham Worldwide recognized by the Orlando Sentinel as one of its “Top 100 Companies for Working Families” for the 12th year

Parsippany, NJ, 2015-8-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Worldwide, (NYSE: WYN), one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, has been recognized by the Orlando Sentinel as one of its “Top 100 Companies for Working Families” for the 12th year, placing 17th overall. The annual award recognizes Central Florida companies that make family a top… Read the full press release

Sol House lanza Flirtie: una app móvil para conocer gente en sus hoteles de Mallorca

La marca continúa potenciando las redes sociales para transformar la experiencia hotelera de sus clientes y crea para ello una nueva comunidad virtual Mallorca, España, 2015-8-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Las redes sociales han calado de lleno en los hoteles de la marca Sol, que le ha tomado el pulso a las nuevas generaciones… Read the full press release

Autostadt in Wolfsburg and The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company renew management agreement

Chevy Chase, MD, 2015-8-12 — /Travel PR News/ — After over 15 years of successful co-operation, the Autostadt in Wolfsburg and The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company have renewed the management agreement, confirming the continuity of their successful relationship. Located in Northern Germany, the luxury hotel is set within Autostadt, an automobile theme park next to the headquarters… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group opens the first Holiday Inn® hotel in the Santa Fe district of Mexico City

Hotel is located in the heart of the newest and most modern area of the city MEXICO, D.F.,  2015-8-11 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announces the opening of the first Holiday Inn® hotel in the Santa Fe district of Mexico City. The 95-room new-build… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Sanya with the collaboration of French naturopath Liliane Israel to introduce Gourmet Healthy Delights menus

Hong Kong, 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Sanya has collaborated with acclaimed French naturopath Liliane Israel to introduce Gourmet Healthy Delights menus.  Based on her Wellness GastronomyTM  concept, the new dishes offered at Pavilion and Yi Yang Cantonese restaurants are designed to connect the pleasure of dining with an awareness of eating… Read the full press release

Starwood Maldives appoints Mr. Paul Yui as the new Director of Sales & Marketing and Mr. Jorge Fernandez as the new Director of Revenue Management

MALDIVES, 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Starwood Maldives has appointed Mr. Paul Yui as the new Director of Sales & Marketing and Mr. Jorge Fernandez as the new Director of Revenue Management for its two properties in the Maldives. With over a decade long career with Starwood Hotels & Resorts, both Jorge and Paul brings invaluable experience… Read the full press release

The Remedy cocktail bar and lounge now open to the public at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail

Vail’s new “cure-all” cocktail bar and lounge is now serving locals and visitors Vail, 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The Vail Valley’s most anticipated hotspot, The Remedy, is now open to the public. The newest addition to the destination’s evolving food and beverage scene welcomes guests as an innovative cocktail bar, restaurant and lounge… Read the full press release

Celebrity floral designer Eric Buterbaugh will host arrangement workshops at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — For the first time ever, Hollywood’s most sought after celebrity florist will host quarterly workshops on creating arrangements that make a statement. Dubbed “The King of Roses” by Harper’s Bazaar, Resident Floral Designer Eric Buterbaugh will host arrangement workshops, lending his legendary expertise to… Read the full press release

Chef Ford Fry to unveil Bar Margot at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta on September 28, 2015

Atlanta, U.S.A., 2015-8-10 — /Travel PR News/ — James Beard Award nominee Chef Ford Fry, well-known in the Atlanta area for his successful chef-driven restaurants JCT. Kitchen & Bar, no. 246, The Optimist, King + Duke, St. Cecilia, The El Felix, Superica and Marcel, will unveil Bar Margot at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta later this year…. Read the full press release

List of Four Seasons 2015 Awards and Accolades

Toronto, Canada, 2015-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons is honoured to have been recognized over the years by some of the most reputable industry groups and respected publications in the world for excellence in luxury hospitality. Whether recognized by industry leaders or guests, these awards and accolades reflect the commitment of Four Seasons… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza welcomed 6,000 guests to an exclusive dinner at the New Suez Canal Opening Ceremony on August 6

Cairo at Nile Plaza, Egypt, 2015-8-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Long adept at hosting world leaders, royalty and other VIPs, the team at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza was proud to cater an exclusive dinner at the New Suez Canal Opening Ceremony on August 6, 2015. With up to 6,000 guests in attendance, it… Read the full press release

Marco Polo Hotels names Patrick Ngiam Global Director of Sales for the Group

HONG KONG, 2015-8-6 — /Travel PR News/ — A seasoned Sales professional, Patrick has held senior positions in various reputable hotel groups including Hyatt, Shangri-La, Four Seasons and Marriott, spanning over 20 years of hotel sales experience throughout Singapore, Hong Kong, China, Taiwan and Indonesia. His most recent position was Senior Lecturer at Singapore Polytechnic… Read the full press release

TFE Hotels celebrates the launch of its next generation technology platform for MICE clients, bookers and guests

New South Wales, Australia, 2015-8-6 — /Travel PR News/ — TFE Hotels (Toga Far East Hotels) is celebrating the launch of its next generation technology platform for Meetings, Incentives, Conference and Events (MICE) clients, bookers and guests. The event was hosted by the iVvy team at the Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) on Tuesday, as they… Read the full press release

Ampliación del acuerdo con Endesa: todos los hoteles y sedes de Meliá en España utilizarán energía eléctrica 100% renovable hasta 2016

Endesa y Meliá amplían el acuerdo por el que Endesa suministra energía eléctrica procedente exclusivamente de fuentes renovables como la solar, la eólica y la hidráulica El acuerdo incluye los 204 puntos de suministro eléctrico de los establecimientos que Melia Hotels International gestiona en España, profundizando en su compromiso con la eficiencia energética y el… Read the full press release

Wyndham Hotel Group’s Latin America and Caribbean portfolio registered record room growth in the second quarter of 2015

Hotel Giant Adds 11 New Properties in Second Quarter Bringing Portfolio in the Region to 146 properties across more than 17 countries and territories Parsippany, NJ, 2015-8-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Hotel Group today announced that its Latin America and Caribbean portfolio registered record room growth in the second quarter of 2015. The world’s largest… Read the full press release

The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago will undergo an extensive renovation of its public space and guest rooms over the next two years

CHEVY CHASE, MD, 2015-8-6 — /Travel PR News/ — The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago is a full participant in The Ritz-Carlton hotel portfolio and all of its programs. Guests are able to make reservations on www.ritzcarlton.com and will be eligible for the benefits of The Ritz-Carlton Rewards guest loyalty program.  The hotel will undergo an extensive renovation of… Read the full press release

Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group announces the appointment of Edward Pinchard as Vice President Sales, EMEA

BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2015-8-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the world’s largest and most dynamic hotel groups, announces the appointment of Edward Pinchard to the role of Vice President Sales, EMEA,  starting 3rd August 2015. Edward will be based in Brussels Corporate  Office and will report to Eric De Neef, Executive… Read the full press release

Unlimited rides and fun for one low price with the 2016 Hersheypark Season Passes, now on sale through September 30

HERSHEY, PA, 2015-8-5 — /Travel PR News/ — With more than 70 rides and attractions, including The Boardwalk at Hersheypark and 13 roller coasters,Hersheypark has lots to offer both families and thrill-seekers. For guests who want unlimited rides and fun for one low price, a Hersheypark Season Pass is the perfect choice. “Season Passes allow our… Read the full press release

Oakwood Worldwide® awarded the Quality Accreditation Marque by the Association of Serviced Apartment Providers

London, 2015-8-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Worldwide®, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartment solutions, has been awarded the Quality Accreditation (QA) Marque by the Association of Serviced Apartment Providers (ASAP) for all its managed properties across London. The ASAP is the trade association for the UK serviced apartment sector – defined as… Read the full press release

Marriott International, Inc. announces the opening of the new 205-room Courtyard by Marriott Hotel in Santiago, Chile

The 200-room property is the brand’s second hotel in South America Santiago, Chile, 2015-8-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced the opening of the new 205-room Courtyard by Marriott Hotel in Santiago, Chile. The hotel is situated immediately adjacent to the existing 280-room Santiago Marriott in the Las Condes business district filled with restaurants,… Read the full press release

24/7 Wall Street includes Marriott International, Inc. in its “2015 Customer Service Hall of Fame”

Bethesda, MD, 2015-8-3 — /Travel PR News/ — 24/7 Wall Street, a financial news and opinion company, has selected Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) for its “2015 Customer Service Hall of Fame” for the company’s strong core value of “putting people first” and focus on employee satisfaction, which it says  leads to exceptional customer service. 24/7… Read the full press release

Marriott and the NBA announce partnership

Marriott Rewards Members Will Have Access to Unique NBA Experiences in 12 Cities Around the World, Starting this Week in Johannesburg, South Africa Bethesda, Md., 2015-8-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. and the National Basketball Association (NBA) announced today a partnership that makes the global lodging company the Official Hotel of several marquee… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa launches Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) yoga with Yoga Master Kat Harding

Yoga Master Kat Harding launches SUP yoga at the Island Spa MALDIVES, 2015-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — The yogis at Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa will be enjoying a few lessons themselves this summer.Kat Harding – Australia’s first qualified Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) yoga instructor – is coming island-side to train Kuda… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore and Maryland Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to host the 4th Annual Passion for Food and Wine event on September 3

The hottest charity ticket in town pairs gourmet cuisine with rare wines, specialty cocktails and unique “money can’t buy” auction items Baltimore, 2015-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore is partnering with the Maryland Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to host the 4th Annual Passion for Food and Wine event on September… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay expands its international fitness program with the launch of Jim Courier Tennis program

BALI, 2015-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Bali may be renowned for its culture, hospitality and exotic charms, but it’s also becoming a destination for active travellers with an Olympic distance triathlon, marathon, beach bootcamps and yoga retreats. The latest step in this direction is a new Jim Courier Tennis program launched exclusively at Four… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle to hold annual Run of Hope Seattle benefiting Pediatric Brain Tumor Research Fund on September 27

Event aims to bring fundraising total to USD 2 million for cancer research at Seattle Children’s Hospital SEATTLE, 2015-7-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Join the team from Four Seasons Hotel Seattle for the Run of Hope Seattle, an annual 5K run and 3K walk benefiting the Pediatric Brain Tumor Research Fund (PBTRF). The seventh annual Run of Hope… Read the full press release

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® appointed by Groupe Allard to manage Rosewood São Paulo in Brazil; scheduled to open in 2018

First South American property for Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® DALLAS, 2015-7-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® has been appointed by Groupe Allard to manage Rosewood São Paulo in Brazil. Scheduled to open in 2018, this will be Rosewood’s first property in South America. Situated in the center of São Paulo, the… Read the full press release

New statistics show 4.1 percent increase in international visitors to Germany between January and May, 2015 vs the same period last year

New York City, 2015-7-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Between January and May, 2015 an additional 1.1 million overnights were generated by international visitors to Germany, compared with the same period last year. This is according to the latest numbers from the Federal Statistical Office based on statistics from accommodation facilities with ten or more beds… Read the full press release