IHG announces the opening of IHG’s first Holiday Inn Express® hotel in Pachuca, Mexico

Downtown hotel is expected to become a top choice for travelers to the city PACHUCA, Hgo., 2015-2-10 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announces the opening of IHG’s first Holiday Inn Express® hotel in Pachuca, Mexico. The new-build 118-room Holiday Inn Express Pachuca hotel is located… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta again listed as the Top 25 Hotel in Indonesia by TripAdvisor

Hong Kong, 2015-2-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta is once again listed as the Top 25 Hotel – Indonesia by TripAdvisor® in its Travellers Choice Award 2015. It is the hotel’s third consecutive achievement having first received the award in 2013. TripAdvisor® has long been regarded as an unbiased source of advice and… Read the full press release

Deanna Brown named new Director of Catering and Conference Services at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail

VAIL, 2015-2-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail announces the appointment of Deanna Brown as the new Director of Catering and Conference Services. Brown brings to Four Seasons Resort Vail more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry. She joins the property’s outstanding Catering & Events Services team,… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotels Limited and Hotel Corporation of Uruguay S.A announced Four Seasons will no longer manage Four Seasons Resort Carmelo

Change to take effect March 31, 2015 TORONTO, Canada, 2015-2-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotels Limited (Four Seasons) and Hotel Corporation of Uruguay S.A. (HCU), the Owner ofFour Seasons Resort Carmelo, announced today that Four Seasons will conclude its management ofFour Seasons Resort Carmelo effective March 31, 2015. Four Seasons and HCU… Read the full press release

The Rezidor Hotel Group to release Financial Report Q4 2014 on 17th February

Brussels, Belgium, 2015-2-9 — /Travel PR News/ — The Rezidor Hotel Group will release their Financial Report Q4 2014 on Tuesday, 17th February at 7:30 CET. On the same day at 10:00 CET the group will hold a webcast hosted by Wolfgang M. Neumann, President & CEO, and Knut Kleiven, Deputy President & CFO. To… Read the full press release

Wyndham Hotel Group acquires leading provider and manager of group accommodations Dolce Hotels and Resorts

Acquisition Grows Asset-Light Managed Business and Complements Existing Portfolio of Brands  PARSIPPANY, NJ, 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Hotel Group, a subsidiary of Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN), today announced it has acquired Dolce Hotels and Resorts, a leading provider and manager of group accommodations with a portfolio of 24 properties and over 5,500 guestrooms… Read the full press release

RobecoSAM recognized Wyndham Worldwide as a 2015 Gold Class Sustainability Leader in its annual Sustainability Yearbook

Global hospitality company only U.S. company recognized in the hotels, resorts & cruise lines segment  PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE:WYN), one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, today announced that RobecoSAM, an investment asset management firm, has recognized the Company as a 2015 Gold Class Sustainability Leader in its annual Sustainability… Read the full press release

Wyndham Vacation Rentals study: Non-skiers are headed to the mountains this season, and they’re ready for their own winter fun

Right lodging and plenty of activities make mountain experience just as fun for the one in five non-skiers that still take ski vacations Parsippany, N.J., 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Non-skiers are headed to the mountains this season, and they’re ready for their own winter fun. One in five non-skiing travelers still take ski and snowboard… Read the full press release

Hilton to develop the first hotel at Bristol Airport under its economy Hampton by Hilton brand

Agreement Sees Innovative Construction Model Facilitate Growth in Mature and Emerging Markets  BRISTOL, UK, 2015-2-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Worldwide has reached an agreement with modular building provider CIMC to develop the first hotel at Bristol Airport under its economy Hampton by Hilton brand. Financed and owned by CIMC, the hotel will be managed by… Read the full press release

qualia the only Australian luxury resort to feature on the US Condé Nast Traveler’s newly reinvented 2015 Gold List in the design category

Hamilton Island, Australia, 2015-2-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Hamilton Island’s luxury resort, qualia’s coveted position as one the best resorts in the world has again been reinforced with qualia announced as the only Australian luxury lodge to feature on the US Condé Nast Traveler’s newly reinvented 2015 Gold List in the design category. For the… Read the full press release

Preferred Hotel Group launches the new Preferred Residences – worldwide collection of exceptional villas, bungalows and condominiums

Preferred Residences Offers Membership-Free Vacation Experiences that Marry the Space and Privacy of a Home with the Luxuries and Convenience of a World-Renowned Hotel CHICAGO, 2015-2-3 — /Travel PR News/ — As today’s luxury consumers weigh the pros and cons of renting a private residence versus booking a hotel for their next vacation, Preferred Hotel Group introduces a… Read the full press release

InterCityHotel opens the 126 rooms InterCityHotel Enschede in Netherlands

Enschede, Netherlands, 2015-2-3 — /Travel PR News/ — The InterCityHotel Enschede is situated next to the city’s main railway station. The good connections it enjoys with the Dutch and German transport networks will make it an ideal location for business and leisure travellers alike. It offers 126 rooms from the latest InterCityHotel generation, each at least… Read the full press release

Crowne Plaza opens the largest and most comprehensive regional conference and exhibition facility north of Sydney

The widely-anticipated Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley Conference and Events Centre is the newest and most extensive business events venue in the Hunter region Hunter Valley, Australia, 2015-2-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Crowne Plaza announces the opening of the new Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley Conference and Events Centre, providing the largest and most comprehensive regional conference and… Read the full press release

InterContinental Bangkok becomes home to celebrity chef Theo Randall’s first restaurant outside the UK

New Italian restaurant ‘Theo Mio’ to open this year Bangkok, 2015-2-3 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) today announces that InterContinental Bangkok in Thailand is set to become home to celebrity chef Theo Randall’s first restaurant outside the UK. The new Italian concept, Theo Mio, will open in the second half of… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group launched its year-long commitment to India’s Swachh Bharat Abhiyan initiative with a series of hotel-led cleanliness drives

Hotels kick off participation with cleanliness drive around local precincts New Delhi, India, 2015-2-3 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has launched its year-long commitment to the national Swachh Bharat Abhiyan initiative with a series of hotel-led cleanliness drives. In a show of support for the “Clean… Read the full press release

The Ritz-Carlton opens 313 rooms cliff top resort located in Sawangan, Nusa Dua, Bali

Luxury Cliff Top Resort Ready to Welcome Guests Chevy Chase, Md., 2015-2-2 — /Travel PR News/ — The Ritz-Carlton, Bali opens today, marking the brand’s grand return to the idyllic island as a unique, luxurious and locally-inspired resort, set amidst the dramatic cliffs and pristine beaches of southern Bali. Located in Sawangan, Nusa Dua, The Ritz-Carlton, Bali is… Read the full press release

Michael Schmitt named Hilton Dalian and Conrad Dalian Cluster General Manager

DALIAN, China, 2015-2-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Dalian and Conrad Dalian has announced the appointment of Michael Schmitt as Cluster General Manager. Mr. Schmitt will report to David Kelly, Vice President, North & South China, Hilton Worldwide, and will be responsible for overseeing the hotel’s daily operations. Mr. Schmitt joined Hilton Dalian and Conrad Dalian… Read the full press release

Anantara welcomes Walter Butti as Cluster Executive Chef at their three resorts Maldives

MALDIVES, 2015-2-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Anantara is delighted to welcome Walter Butti as Cluster Executive Chef at their three resorts in South Male Atoll. Chef Walter brings 22 years of international experience to his role in the culinary industry across Australia, Germany, Ghana, Switzerland, South Africa and the United Kingdom. Having worked with… Read the full press release

Naladhu Maldives unveiled an exciting addition to its sophisticated surroundings with an Ocean Retreat Spa

MALDIVES, 2015-2-2 — /Travel PR News/ — The acclaimed elegant resort of Naladhu Maldives in the South Male Atoll has unveiled an exciting addition to its sophisticated surroundings with an Ocean Retreat Spa. With a choice of half-day and full-day Spa journeys, a specially-curated treatment menu reveals a private wellness and beauty space encompassing spa… Read the full press release

2015 Camp Kids Are Kids “Game On” at Ritz-Carlton Chicago from August 9 to 13

Exciting updates unveiled at recent camper reunion Chicago, 2015-1-30 — /Travel PR News/ — On January 25, 2015, Camp Kids Are Kids Chicago (CKAKC) – the only urban camp for kids living with cancer – hosted a reunion at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago (A Four Seasons Hotel) for children who attended the Camp’s inaugural session in August 2014…. Read the full press release

Private basketball session with Toni Kukoc at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago

Private basketball session with Toni Kukoc now available to Hotel guests Chicago, 2015-1-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Beginning February 1, 2015, guests of The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, A Four Seasons Hotel, will have the opportunity to participate in an Extraordinary Experience that takes shooting hoops to an entirely new level. Guests can gather family and friends to… Read the full press release

U.S. News & World Report, Conde Nast Traveler, TripAdvisor and Travel + Leisure all agree: Four Seasons Hotel Seattle is the best for leisure and business travel

In 2015, four major luxury travel and business organizations and their audiences’ name Four Seasons Hotel Seattle best for exceptional experiences and luxury services Seattle, U.S.A., 2015-1-30 — /Travel PR News/ — U.S. News & World Report, Conde Nast Traveler, TripAdvisor and Travel + Leisure all agree: Four Seasons Hotel Seattle is the best for leisure and… Read the full press release

U.S. News & World Report recognized Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole with Gold Badge Status and #1 Best Hotel in Wyoming

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole is featured on the U.S. News List for 2015 Jackson Hole, WY, 2015-1-29 — /Travel PR News/ — U.S. News & World Report, a nationally recognized publisher of consumer advice and information, recognized Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole with Gold Badge Status, ranking #36 in the… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel New York welcomes veteran events professional Mariam Karim as its Director of Catering and Conferences Services

Appointment anticipates opening of dramatic new FIFTY7 event space in spring 2015 New York, 2015-1-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel New York welcomes veteran events professional Mariam Karim as its Director of Catering and Conferences Services.  Originally joining Four Seasons in 2005 at its Washington, DC address as Senior Catering Sales Manager,… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka‘upulehu again named one of the 50 Best Hotels in the US and #1 in Hawaii by U.S. News & World Report

Hawaii, Hualalai, 2015-1-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka‘upulehu has again been named one of the 50 Best Hotels in the United States and #1 in Hawaii by U.S. News & World Report. “We’re thrilled to again be recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the… Read the full press release

A new French restaurant is set to open at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi this April

Renowned Hong Kong-based designer André Fu and Hokkaido-based Michelin three starred French Chef Hiroshi Nakamichi infuse their passion and inspiration into a dining venue opening in April 2015 Tokyo, Japan, 2015-1-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi will launch a new French restaurant this April, the newest addition to Tokyo foodies’… Read the full press release

January 2015 TravelClick North American Hospitality Review: Hotels in major North American markets experienced strong growth in rate across all travel segments

Hoteliers Need to be on Their Toes to Keep RevPAR Momentum  NEW YORK, 2015-1-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Hotels in major North American markets experienced strong growth in rate across all travel segments according to data from the January 2015 TravelClick North American Hospitality Review (NAHR).  With average daily rate (ADR) growth of 4.5 percent… Read the full press release

The Rezidor Hotel Group announces reshaped Executive Committee in line with its turnaround programme Route 2015

Brussels, Belgium, 2015-1-28 — /Travel PR News/ — In line with its long-term strategy and turnaround programme Route 2015, the Rezidor Hotel Group further optimizes its organisation and announces a reshaped Executive Committee. Elie Younes, formerly Senior Vice President & Head of Group Development, has been promoted to Executive Vice President & Chief Development Officer. Marianne… Read the full press release

TripAdvisor recognised 50 Carlson Rezidor properties at its TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards 2015

Brussels, Belgium, 2015-1-28 — /Travel PR News/ — TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site, has recognised 50 Carlson Rezidor properties across Europe, the Middle East and Africa at its TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards 2015. For the 13th year, TripAdvisor has highlighted the world’s top properties based on the millions of reviews and opinions collected in a… Read the full press release

Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel, Jersey recognised for their commitment to developing people at the recent Jersey Skills Development Awards

JERSEY, 2015-1-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel, Jersey, we’re delighted to be recognised for their commitment to developing people at the recent Jersey Skills Development Awards. The awards, held at Fort Regent, were the first of their kind in Jersey and recognise the valuable contributions employers are making to ongoing skills… Read the full press release