Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires welcomes the return of Tulio Hochkoeppler as the new General Manager of the Hotel

Four Seasons veteran returns to hotel, succeeding Rebeca Selley-Morales Buenos Aires, Argentina, 2014-2-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires will welcome the return of Tulio Hochkoeppler as the new General Manager of the Hotel beginning in March 2014.  The 19-year veteran of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is no stranger to the region: he was the Hotel’s Director of… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita launched new line of food and beverage products from 100% local ingredients

Mauritius resort prepares all food and beverage products on site using the freshest local ingredients Mauritius, 2014-2-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita has launched a new line of food and beverage products, where all items are produced from 100% local ingredients and are sourced from within 50 miles (80 kilometres) of the Mauritius… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence won the reader’s choice rating of 92.3 percent in the Condé Nast Traveler 2014 Gold List

Cairo, Egypt, 2014-2-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence received the reader’s choice rating of 92.3 percent in the Condé Nast Traveler 2014 Gold List, ranking it the highest hotel in Egypt. “Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence is extremely proud to be awarded top place in the 2014 Gold List as the best… Read the full press release

TravelClick North American Distribution Review Q1-2014: Online Channels Continue to Lead Bookings in 2014

NEW YORK, 2014-2-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — In the fourth quarter (Q4) 2013, online channels which include Online Travel Agents (OTAs), hotel websites (Brand.com) and global distribution systems (GDS) used by travel agents continued to experience year-over-year growth in hotel room nights booked, according to data from the TravelClick North American Distribution Review (NADR; First Quarter 2014)…. Read the full press release

Maldives: Anantara Kihavah Villas unveils surreal underwater wedding package

Maldives, 2014-2-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Couples dreaming of a fantasy wedding in a truly unique kind of paradise can descend into the Indian Ocean’s dazzling depths for a surreal underwater ceremony at Anantara Kihavah Villas in the breathtaking Maldives, as part of the resort’s Dive Wedding package. In this adventurous ceremony, couples are surrounded by mesmerising marine… Read the full press release

LondonTown.com: London Art Fairs in 2014

Record visitor numbers at London’s specialist Art Fairs reflect a buoyant art market LONDON, 2014-2-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — London is home to 20 specialist art fairs which showcase a huge variety of works from affordable art to museum quality pieces and attract thousands of international art buyers to the city. For those coming to the… Read the full press release

IHG signed 20-year management agreement with Al Khorayef & Sons Co for Staybridge Suites hotel in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia

Dubai, UAE, 2014-2-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has signed a 20-year management agreement with Al Khorayef & Sons Co for a 189-key Staybridge Suites hotel in Al Khobar, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This will be the first Staybridge Suites property in Al Khobar and the third to be announced in Saudi Arabia. Al Khorayef… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence named multiple winner in the 2014 Travelers’ Choice Awards

Cairo, Egypt, 2014-2-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence has been named as a multiple winner in the Top Luxury Hotels in Egypt and Top Hotels in Egypt categories  in the 2014 Travelers’ Choice Awards, coming in sixth and seventh respectively in the lists of Top 25 Hotels. In the 12th year of the awards, the world’s most… Read the full press release

Seafood: Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta announced Wednesday Night Seafood Galore at Seasons Café

Jakarta, Indonesia, 2014-2-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta presents Wednesday Night Seafood Galore, offering a selection of exquisite fresh seafood accompanied by free flow of draught Bintang beer at Seasons Café. Executive Sous Chef Tommy Zhu and team have prepared fresh fish, crab, clam, blue mussel, prawn and oyster complemented with selections of tasty Thai chili sauce, wasabi mayo, vinaigrette… Read the full press release

Raffles Praslin Seychelles created special romance package for Valentine’s Day to celebrate its third anniversary

 A luxury romantic journey in paradise Third Anniversary offer from EUR 3,333 for 3 nights plus one complimentary night Seychelles, 2014-2-7 — /travelprnews.com/ — To celebrate its third anniversary since opening, Raffles Praslin, Seychelles has created a very special romance package for couples visiting the luxurious beach resort in February 2014. Guests can celebrate their anniversary, join… Read the full press release

Jersey’s Atlantic Hotel opens its doors for the 2014 season

Jersey, 2014-2-6 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today, Thursday 6th February, marks the start of the 2014 season for Jersey’s Atlantic Hotel www.theatlantichotel.com as the luxury establishment opens its doors once again to visitors after its annual winter maintenance closure. Now, thanks to an ongoing programme of investment, guests can enjoy a variety of new and upgraded facilities including the latest… Read the full press release

Outrigger property in Phuket listed in the top ten family hotels in Thailand in TripAdvisor 2014 Travelers’ Choice Awards

Phuket, Thailand, 2014-2-6 — /travelprnews.com/ — fter only nine months open, the newest Outrigger property in Phuket has entered the top ten hotels for families in Thailand in the TripAdvisor 2014 Travelers’ Choice Awards. The resort has been hailed by online reviewers on TripAdvisor as the 8th best Hotel for Families in Thailand. The accolade was part… Read the full press release

Hampton by Hilton opens the Hampton by Hilton London Waterloo in central London

London, UK / McLean, VA, US, 2014-2-6 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hampton by Hilton welcomes a landmark addition to its portfolio with the opening of the Hampton by Hilton London Waterloo. It is the brand’s first hotel in central London and follows the recent launch of Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport North Terminal, joining Hilton Worldwide’s global brand of over… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group launched the Holiday Inn Club Vacations® brand’s Bonus Points Offer

Latest Deal Rewards Guests with IHG® Rewards Club Bonus Points Leading Up to a Free Night Stay Atlanta, GA, US, 2014-2-5 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group) today announced the launch of the Holiday Inn Club Vacations® brand’s Bonus Points Offer in celebration of the brand’s five year anniversary. For hotel stays now through May 23, 2014, guests… Read the full press release

Gunther Träger appointed new Press Spokesman at Frankfurt-based Steigenberger Hotel Group

Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2014-2-5 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Frankfurt-based Steigenberger Hotel Group is strengthening its Communications Team with effect from 1 February 2014. Gunther Träger will take on the role of new Press Spokesman. As Steigenberger continues to expand, the main focus of his work will be on positioning the company, which is steeped in tradition,… Read the full press release

Original art piece from iconic contemporary artist Robert Rauschenberg will hang in the lobby of Park Hyatt Chicago

Rarely seen series from iconic artist becomes centerpiece of hotel lobby and upholds Park Hyatt legacy of excellence in contemporary art Chicago, IL, US, 2014-2-5 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels & Resorts today announced the unveiling of an original art piece from iconic contemporary artist, Robert Rauschenberg, which will hang in the lobby of Park Hyatt Chicago. Titled Tropicana/Channel,… Read the full press release

WTTC research shows Travel & Tourism in South Korea to outperform its economy over next ten years

London, UK, 2014-2-4 — /travelprnews.com/ — South Korea needs to continue to focus on policies, which support its Travel & Tourism industry’s excellent growth potential over the next decade. That is according to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), which has launched new research today. This shows Travel & Tourism offers excellent job and wealth prospects… Read the full press release

Le Meurice announced partnership with the Théâtre du Palais Royal under the rubric of the Musical Mondays

Paris, France, 2014-2-3 — /travelprnews.com/ — Since 1835, artistic creation has been a defining element of the art de vivre as practised at Le Meurice. In this grand hotel, art is synonymous with a certain French genius, because such luxury is an embodiment of creativity and innovation – historically the highest order of artistic expression. Under the… Read the full press release

The Autograph Collection to debut in three of the world’s most exciting destinations

Bethesda, MD, US, 2014-2-3 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Autograph Collection, an exclusive portfolio of hotels recognized for championing independence, is thrilled to announce its debut in three of the world’s most exciting destinations.  This season, Autograph Collection proudly welcomes Pier One Sydney Harbour in Sydney, Australia, the ocean front Pier South Resort in San Diego, California, and the Hotel Chicago (formerly the Hotel… Read the full press release

Chef Daniel Boulud, Bar Boulud, Mandarin Oriental Boston, Boston

Hong Kong, 2014-2-3 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is delighted to announce a partnership with renowned Chef Daniel Boulud to open Bar Bouludat the award-winning Mandarin Oriental, Boston in Autumn 2014. The French-inspired bistro and wine bar will be Chef Boulud’s first restaurant in Boston and will follow the successful format of Bar Boulud in New York and… Read the full press release

Canadian L Spa and Wellness Centre named Top 100 Spas in North America by Spas of America

Calgary, CA, 2014-1-31 — /travelprnews.com/ — The L Spa and Wellness Centre located in the Podollan Inn & Spa, Grande Prairie has been awarded the recognition of Top 100 Spas in North America for the third consecutive year by Spas of America. The Top Spas of 2013 in North America include 65 spas from the United States, two from Mexico, 33 from… Read the full press release

TravelClick North American Hospitality Review January 2014: moderate increases in room rates and bookings for North American hotel industry

Despite a Strong Finish for Group in 2013, Individual Business and Leisure Segments Pull Ahead in ADR to Start 2014 New York City, NY, US, 2014-1-31 — /travelprnews.com/ —The North American hotel sector started the first month of 2014 with moderate increases in room rates and bookings, according to data from the January 2014 TravelClick North… Read the full press release

Five Steigenberger hotels won “HolidayCheck Top Hotel 2014” award run by German-language online review site HolidayCheck

Frankfurt am Main, Germany,  2014-1-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Steigenberger Hotels and Resorts impress their guests. No fewer than five Steigenberger Hotel Group establishments are celebrating the achievement of winning a “HolidayCheck Top Hotel 2014” award. HolidayCheck, the largest German-language online review site of its kind, has picked out the best 389 hotels from almost a million ratings… Read the full press release

Four Steigenberger Hotels emerged as winners of TripAdvisor’s “Travellers‘ Choice Award 2014”

Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2014-1-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Guest satisfaction is given the highest level of priority at  Steigenberger Hotels and Resorts – a policy which is very much paying off. Four Steigenberger Hotels have emerged as winners of the “Travellers‘ Choice Award 2014”. Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, Leipzig Luxury Germany Top Hotels Germany Steigenberger Grandhotel Brussels Luxury… Read the full press release

Moritz Klein appointed new director at Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof

Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2014-1-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — There is to be a change at the helm of the Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof. As of 1 February 2014, new Director Moritz Klein will assume overall responsibility for the First Class Hotel that has 261 rooms and 42 suites. With the appointment of 46-year old Moritz Klein, the Steigenberger… Read the full press release

5-star resort Coco Bodu Hithi Maldives invites guests to experience Valentine’s Day the tropical way

Maldives, 2014-1-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Coco Collection will celebrate this Valentine’s Day the uniquely Coco way, by offering their guests the opportunity to experience romance the tropical way – from special couple’s spa packages, over private dinners to exceptional cruise trips, guests will be able to surprise their loved ones with truly exceptional Valentine’s Day events. At… Read the full press release

Russian guest at Anantara Kihavah Villas Maldives donated for health and educational infrastructure of the village

Maldives, 2014-1-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Due to the unexpected generosity of a Russian guest at Anantara Kihavah Villas, the inhabitants of the Kudarikilu island will receive a five thousand US dollar cash injection in the health and educational infrastructure of the village. The contribution details are currently being discussed between the resort authorities and island committee. With… Read the full press release

Jersey announced all four of the island’s Michelin-starred restaurants partner to offer special fine dining break

Jersey, 2014-1-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — With an increasing reputation as a top destination for excellent food, Jersey can now offer visitors the opportunity to experience all four of the island’s Michelin-starred restaurants in one very special fine dining break. The Jersey Michelin Star Experience package combines a luxury stay at a choice of hotels with a chance… Read the full press release

Tourism Toronto highlights the best Valentine’s Day in Toronto offers

Toronto, CA, 2014-1-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Valentine’s Day in Toronto offers whatever your heart desires for an unforgettable and unique romantic experience. Book your romantic Toronto getaway on seetorontonow.com, where you can find the perfect Toronto Valentine’s Day experience with the best rates and availability from over 50 of Toronto’s hottest hotels, as well as the latest information on events, attractions… Read the full press release

Wyndham Vacation Ownership extends its Accelerate into the Fast Lane Sweepstakes

WVO Announces Extension of Popular Accelerate into the Fast Lane Sweepstakes Orlando, FL, US, 2014-1-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Vacation Ownership (WVO), the world’s largest vacation ownership company and a member of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE:WYN), announced the extension of the Company’s Accelerate into the Fast Lane Sweepstakes. WVO drew six winners during the… Read the full press release