Category Archives: Hotels

Enjoy designer hot chocolate cocktails at Beverly Wilshire during holiday shopping excursion on the world-famous Rodeo Drive

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Shop the world-famous Rodeo Drive followed by designer holiday cocktails in THE Blvd  Los Angeles, CA, USA, 2013-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — What better way to wrap up a holiday shopping excursion on the world-famous Rodeo Drive, mere steps from Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel, than to enjoy “haute” selections from the new Hot Chocolate menu in THE Blvd…. Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Amman and Al Shajarah Society planted 500 Almond and Oak trees in Berein as part of reforestation project

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Tree-planting initiative in partnership with Al Shajarah Society  Amman, Jordan, 2013-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Staff members from Four Seasons Hotel Amman embarked on a major tree-planting initiative in partnership with Al Shajarah Society, a local NGO dedicated to reforestation in Jordan.  About 40 Hotel staff members planted 500 Almond and Oak trees in Berein as part of the hotel’s commitment to… Read the full press release

The perfect Christmas gifts this season: Four Seasons Gift Card for Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris

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Paris, France, 2013-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — As the holiday season approaches, it is time to start thinking about those special Christmas gifts for your loved ones. Look no further than the Four Seasons Hotel George V! Available to all, with our special Four Seasons Gift Card, you can indulge your loved ones in a truly unique experience… Read the full press release

TravelClick released its North American Distribution Review Fourth Quarter 2013

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New York, United States, 2013-12-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — In the third quarter (Q3) 2013, online channels which include Online Travel Agents (OTAs) and hotel websites (Brand.com) continued to experience the most growth in hotel bookings, according to data from the TravelClick North American Distribution Review (NADR; Fourth Quarter 2013). The NADR aggregates hotel bookings by channel for… Read the full press release

The Boscolo Milano and Boscolo Exedra Roma to join the exclusive portfolio of independent hotels the Autograph Collection

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Luxury Hotels in Rome and Milan Join Exclusive Portfolio of Independent Hotels. London, United Kingdom, 2013-12-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Boscolo Hotels and the exclusive portfolio of independent hotels, the Autograph Collection, announced today the news that twoadditional luxury Boscolo Hotels in Italy will join its ensemble this fall. The Boscolo Milano will be the first to join the collection,… Read the full press release

Wyndham Vacation Rentals announced big savings with its Cyber Monday Sale

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Up to 40 percent off stays in some of the U.S.’s best ski, mountain and beach destinations Parsippany, N.J., United States, 2013-12-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Log on and book with big savings!  Wyndham Vacation Rentals®, the world’s largest professionally managed vacation rental business and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), is offering up to 40 percent… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group announces plans to recruit another 110,000 staff to support its growth in China

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Beijing, China, 2013-12-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading international hotel companies, today outlined its strong position in Greater China and ambitious growth targets for the region as it announces plans to recruit another 110,000 staff to support its growth which involves doubling the number of hotels in China in the… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group opened Hotel Indigo® Düsseldorf – Victoriaplatz under franchise agreement with LFPI Hotels Management Germany GmbH

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Düsseldorf, Germany, 2013-12-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is thrilled to announce that it has opened Hotel Indigo® Düsseldorf – Victoriaplatz at the centre of this fashion-forward German city, renowned for its style credentials. Hotel Indigo Düsseldorf-Victoriaplatz will operate under a franchise agreement with LFPI Hotels Management Germany… Read the full press release

The Atlantic Hotel owner Patrick Burke to attend the ‘by invitation only’ International Luxury Travel Market, 2-5 December 2013

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Jersey, 2013-12-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Patrick Burke, owner and managing director of The Atlantic Hotel, has once again been invited to take part in the annual International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) from 2nd to 5th December 2013. This top trade show opens today at the Palais des Congres in Cannes and is the world’s leading ‘by invitation… Read the full press release

Retreat & Spa Maldives unveils its BRING THE BRIGHT New Year Eve exclusive program

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Maldives, 2013-12-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Retreat & Spa Maldives unveils its BRING THE BRIGHT New Year Eve exclusive program. All guests at the retreat are invited to join ‘the yacht night’ – the ultimate way to celebrate the arrival of 2014. Resident DJ, Xeum, will open the night festivities at LIVING ROOM by setting the scene for… Read the full press release

Christmas tree lighting evening on December 6th at Raffles Dubai

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Dubai, UAE, 2013-12-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Raffles Dubai celebrates this festive season in true tradition and style with an array of seasonal delicacies, events and spa offerings. Raffles Dubai invites you on December 6th to our Christmas tree lighting, an enchanting evening that promises a fun filled and magical experience for all. Savour an array of delicacies… Read the full press release

The Steak House at Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta won 3 awards at the 1st Indonesian Wine List of the Year Award 2013

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Jakarta, Indonesia, 2013-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Steak House at Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta has been awarded as the winner of the 1st Indonesian Wine List of the Year Award 2013. On the same occasion, The Steak House also won the awards for Best Wine List Jakarta and Best Restaurant Wine List. The judging panel of Indonesian Wine List of The Year Awards 2013 was… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul’s Aqua Restaurant at the Bosphorus to host wines of famous Tuscan winery Cecchi December 2 and 8, 2013

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Executive Chef Sebastiano Spriveri prepares a special dinner menu with Tuscan recipes and Tuscan wine for guests of Aqua between December 2 and 8, 2013 Istanbul, Turkey, 2013-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Aqua Restaurant, inspired by the beautiful Bosphorus, hosts wines of famous Tuscan winery Cecchi between December 2 and 8. 2013. Executive Chef Sebastiano Spriveri will prepare a special dinner menu… Read the full press release

Cuckoo’s Nest bar and restaurant in Radisson Blu Riverside Hotel Gothenburg, Sweden wins “Best Bar Design”

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Gothenburg, Sweden, 2013-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The “genius” designed bar and restaurant Cuckoo’s Nest is part of the recently opened Radisson Blu Riverside Hotel – Gothenburg, Sweden.  The interior design has been inspired by the feature film “A Beautiful Mind”.  According to designer, Erik Nissen Johansen, the design is on the border between genius and madness. This… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group opens 196-room Holiday Inn Express® Panama Distrito Financiero hotel in Panama City, Panama

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Hotel situated in the heart of the city’s financial district; close to Tocumen International Airport Miami, FL, United States, 2013-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) today announced the newest addition to its Latin America portfolio with the opening of the 196-room Holiday Inn Express® Panama Distrito Financiero hotel located in Panama City, Panama. The new-build hotel is a… Read the full press release

Loews Don CeSar announced two new additions to its culinary team Chef Gavin Pera and Chef Jose R. Cuarta III

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Saint Pete Beach, FL, United States, 2013-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Always looking  to attract the best professionals to enhance its reputation as one of the finest hotels on the west coast of Florida, Loews Don CeSar announced two new additions to its culinary team. Chef Gavin Pera has joined the famed Maritana Grille as Chef de Cuisine and… Read the full press release

Accor redefines its business model around 2 core missions: HotelServices and HotelInvest

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Paris, France, 2013-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new strategy to enhance growth and sustained value creation Redefinition of the Group’s business model around its 2 core missions, for maximum operational performance & sustainable growth: o HotelServices: a hotel operator and brand franchisor that will be fee-oriented and P&L driven. o HotelInvest: a hotel owner and investor that will… Read the full press release

IHG signed 15 year management agreement with Al Andalus Property for Staybridge Suites hotel in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

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Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 2013-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) has signed a 15 year management agreement with Al Andalus Property for a Staybridge Suites hotel in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Staybridge Suites Al Andalus Mall is due to be the first Staybridge Suites property to open in Saudi Arabia.  The announcement follows closely… Read the full press release

Meliá Hotels International continúa su expansión en el Caribe y anuncia la próxima apertura de Meliá Jamaica

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El Gobierno jamaicano confía a Meliá Hotels International la gestión de un emblemático resort situado en Montego Bay El presidente de la hotelera, Gabriel Escarrer, concluye así su gira caribeña, tras firmar también la incorporación de su primer hotel en Bahamas Palma de Mallorca. España, 2013-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Meliá Hotels International prosigue su alto ritmo de… Read the full press release

The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) released guide covering gratuity rates for broad array of service areas

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Industry Partner, Forbes Travel Guide, Supports Initiative Washington, DC, United States, 2013-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA), the sole U.S. association representing all segments of the lodging industry, is releasing a guide covering gratuity rates for a broad array of service areas, including parking attendants, doormen, housekeepers, and room service.  Released in… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney unveiled new exclusive Full Harbour View Junior Suites

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Sydney, Australia, 2013-11-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — The spectacular sight of the soaring white sails of the Sydney Opera House and the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge will greet guests staying in the new Full Harbour View Junior Suites at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney. In addition to spectacular harbour views, the suite comes with exclusive privileges including complimentary Executive Club access… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa announced “grown-up” experiences in child-friendly sizes offering

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Swimming with sharks, learning to surf, caring for baby turtles, indulging in spa treatments and building coral reefs: Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa specializes in offering “grown-up” experiences in child-friendly sizes Kuda Huraa, Maldives, 2013-11-25 — /travelprnews.com/ — Known affectionately as “KH,” Kuda Huraa may as well stand for “Kids Haven” for the quality and extent of… Read the full press release

Radisson Blu Resort Trysil named Norway’s Best Ski Resort by World Ski Awards

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Kitzbühel, Austria, 2013-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — The newly established “World Ski Awards”, which focuses on the world’s best ski resorts, has awarded Radisson Blu Resort Trysil “Norway’s Best Ski Resort”. This is the first time the “World Ski Awards” has held an award ceremony which took place at the fashionable ski resort Kitzbühel in Austria. The award… Read the full press release

Carlson Rezidor’s global loyalty program Club Carlson won Loyalty Campaign of the Year at 2013 Mega Awards

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Vancouver, Canada, 2013-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Carlson Rezidor’s global loyalty program, Club Carlson, has just scooped the Loyalty Campaign of the Year at the 2013 Mega Awards, one of the hospitality industry’s highest accolades! Mega Awards reward genuine innovation in the airline & travel business, recognizing best loyalty, ancillary revenue and social media activity. Now in its… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Dublin launches Toy Appeal to support Temple Street Children’s Hospital this Christmas

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Dublin, Ireland, 2013-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Dublin is launching a Toy Appeal to support Temple Street Children’s Hospital over the festivities to help bring some happiness to little ones who are ill this Christmas. Four Seasons will have Christmas Teddy Bear Teas at the Hotel on December 7, 14 and 21, 2013 from 3:00 to 5:00… Read the full press release

Celebrate the holidays with Chef Marco Fossati and Quattro’s culinary team at Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto

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Chef Marco Fossati invokes the magic of the season with festive fare Palo Alto, CA, U.S.A., 2013-11-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto invites everyone to celebrate the holidays with Chef Marco Fossati and Quattro’s culinary team. The perfect setting for holiday festivities – whether it’s a special dinner for two or a family… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Boston launched #BeDazzledBoston Instagram Contest

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Participants enjoy the chance to win a dazzling holiday gift: a stunning bauble from Pageo Jewelers Boston, MA, United States, 2013-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Boston is dazzling all times of year, but especially during the festive season.  Introducing the #BeDazzledBoston Instagram Contest at Four Seasons Hotel Boston, which encourages Instagram users to share images of Boston in bright lights. … Read the full press release

Accor unveiled Accor Meeting Hotel Finder – new tool for meeting planners to search for their ideal venue

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Paris, France, 2013-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — After reaching an important milestone with 2,000 hotels offering Meetings & Events facilities, Accor launches today the Accor Meeting Hotel Finder (http://www.accormeetingshotels.com/meeting-hotel-finder) which enables meeting planners to search for their ideal venue. The search is available according to the following criteria: – Geography (continent, country, city, airport hotels) – Type of meeting (attendance,… Read the full press release

Exceptional private luxury retreat opens on 20 December 2013 – Velaa Private Island, Maldives

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Maldives, 2013-11-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Located north from Malé, within the constellation of islands that form the Noonu Atoll, Velaa Private Island opens 20 December 2013, bringing new meaning to “private moments” in the Maldives. Velaa Private Island is the realization of founders Radka and Jiri Smejc’s quest to establish an exceptional private luxury retreat with service… Read the full press release

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts & Cambodia property developer Vattanac to open Rosewood Phnom Penh in 2015

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Phnom Penh, Cambodia, 2013-11-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® has been appointed by Cambodia-based property developer Vattanac Properties to manage Rosewood Phnom Penh, scheduled to open in 2015. This latest signing is Rosewood’s seventh management agreement in Asia. Rosewood Phnom Penh will join the upcoming network of Rosewood ultra-luxury hotels in the region that will also… Read the full press release