Category Archives: Hotels

IHG launches Build for Success, an innovative online platform to enable faster, more efficient development of Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express hotels

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Buckinghamshire, UK, 2015-4-8 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) today launches Build for Success, an innovative online platform, created to enable faster, more efficient development of Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express hotels across the Asia, Middle East and Africa region. Aimed at providing hotel owners and developers with the knowledge, tools and resources… Read the full news article

Hilton Singapore on Orchard Road: the new Opus Bar & Grill first grill in Singapore to offer Himalayan salt dry-aged prime meats

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An innovative bar and grill offering signature Himalayan salt dry-aged prime meats, sustainable seafood choices and seasonal ingredients cooked over imported charcoals for the unique caramelized, smokey flavor SINGAPORE, 2015-4-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Located in Hilton Singapore on Orchard Road, the new Opus (which means a dynamic musical composition) Bar & Grill is first grill in… Read the full news article

Accor’s PLANET 21 highlights 2014: since 2011 – 5.6% in water consumption, – 4.5% in energy consumption and – 3.8% in CO2 emissions

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PARIS, 2015-4-6 — /Travel PR News/ — On the occasion of Planet 21 Day when Accor employees worldwide mobilize in favor of sustainable development, the Group shares its achievements and the progress made, both environmental and social. As Arnaud Herrmann, Accor’s Sustainable Development Director, explains: “Against a backdrop of reorganization of the company, our results… Read the full news article

The Ritz-Carlton exclusive guide to help you celebrate Sakura, the iconic Cherry Blossom season

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The Ritz-Carlton Viewing Tips and Experiences Help you Celebrate Sakura Chevy Chase, Md., 2015-4-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Bonded by a tree rooted in culture and tradition, the Washington, D.C. Ritz-Carlton hotels and the luxury brand’s properties throughout Japan have collaborated on an exclusive guide to celebrating Sakura, the iconic Cherry Blossom season. For tips, … Read the full news article

Marriott International announces the opening of the first stage of the 142-room Fairfield Inn & Suites Saltillo in Coahuila, Mexico

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Hotel marks second hotel in operation part of the partnership with FibraHotel Saltillo, Mexico, 2015-4-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International announced today the opening of the first stage of the 142-room Fairfield Inn & Suites Saltillo, expanding the brand’s roster of Mexico properties to three. A second tower of the hotel with an additional 41 rooms… Read the full news article

Marriott International, Inc. completes the sale of The New York EDITION hotel for net cash proceeds of approximately $343 million

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Manhattan’s first EDITION in landmark Clock Tower Building Scheduled to Open in May Bethesda, Md., 2015-4-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced it has completed the previously contracted sale of The New York EDITION hotel for net cash proceeds of approximately $343 million.  Today’s transaction is the last in a… Read the full news article

Marriott announces sweepstakes across its portfolio of brands to mark its millionth mobile check-in

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Marriott Rewards members Using Marriott Mobile Check-In Have the Chance to Win a Share of Millions of Marriott Rewards Points Bethesda, Md., 2015-4-6 — /Travel PR News/ — To celebrate its millionth mobile check-in, Marriott International (NASDAQ:MAR) is announcing a sweepstakes across its portfolio of brands. From April 2nd to December 31st, 2015, Marriott Rewards members… Read the full news article

Marriott now the largest full-service hotel company in Canada

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Bethesda, Md., USA and Toronto, Canada, 2015-4-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced it has completed the acquisition of the Delta Hotels and Resorts brand and management and franchise business from Delta Hotels Limited Partnership, a subsidiary of British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (bcIMC).  The transaction increases Marriott’s distribution in Canada to more… Read the full news article

Agoda.com announces instant room upgrades in eight of the Philippines’ favorite destinations

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SINGAPORE, 2015-4-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Agoda.com, one of Asia’s leading hotel booking sites and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), is offering instant room upgrades in eight of the Philippines’ favorite destinations – Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Bohol, Davao, Batangas, Angeles City and Tagaytay. Scoring free upgrades on airlines or hotels or car rentals is… Read the full news article

Tourism Industry Association New Zealand calls for entries for the 2015 Hotel Industry Awards

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Auckland, New Zealand, 2015-4-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Experiencing its best period of business for many years, New Zealand’s hotel sector is looking to celebrate its highest achievers as it calls for entries for the 2015 Hotel Industry Awards. “These awards are an opportunity to celebrate leaders in this valuable sector and highlight individuals… Read the full news article

IHG’s Hotel Indigo® brand announces the signing of its first hotel in the state of Colorado, The Hotel Indigo Denver

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Boutique brand to move in to Union Station neighborhood in winter 2016 ATLANTA, 2015-4-2 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group’s (IHG) Hotel Indigo® brand, which has 61 locations open in 12 countries, announces the signing of its first hotel in the state of Colorado, which will connect guests with Denver’s Lower Downtown neighborhood (LoDo). The Hotel… Read the full news article

IHG launches new global business bookings programme IHG Business Rewards

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A new global business bookings programme from IHG® Rewards Club that offers rewards on all business bookings   Buckinghamshire, UK, 2015-4-2 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) today announces the launch of IHG Business Rewards, from the world’s biggest hotel loyalty programme – IHG Rewards Club. IHG Business Rewards is a new, global business… Read the full news article

IHG welcomed Holiday Inn Resort Bali Benoa to its portfolio of hotels on the beautiful island of Bali, Indonesia

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BALI, 2015-4-2 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has welcomed Holiday Inn Resort Bali Benoa to its portfolio of hotels on the beautiful island of Bali, Indonesia. The new resort features 171 rooms and a host of recreation facilities, offering guests a relaxing getaway on what is one of Bali’s most family-friendly beaches…. Read the full news article

IHG to bring the Candlewood Suites® brand to Mexico with the signing of two new properties in the states of Guanajuato and Queretaro

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Signing of two new hotels in Guanajuato and Queretaro mark the extended stay brand’s entry into the country MEXICO, D.F., 2015-4-2 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announces plans to bring the Candlewood Suites® brand to Mexico with the signing of two new properties in the states… Read the full news article

Oakwood Worldwide® adds 141-unit apartment complex in Redwood City, Calif., to its global portfolio

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LOS ANGELES, 2015-4-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Worldwide®, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartment solutions, has added a 141-unit apartment complex in Redwood City, Calif., to its global portfolio through its $4 billion joint venture with Singapore-based Mapletree Group. The property is the third Oakwood-branded property acquired by the Mapletree Group as… Read the full news article

Warwick International Hotels: Spanish affiliate hotel members undergo complete refurbishment

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Gallery Hoteles is an independent hotel group that currently runs two hotels which are leaders in terms of quality and personal service: Barcelona’s Gallery Hotel and Malaga’s Hotel Molina Lario, both hotels are part of the Warwick International Hotels Collection. Paseo del Arte Hotel is also an affiliate hotel member which has joined the Collection… Read the full news article

Interstate Hotels & Resorts signs 18 management agreements for a portfolio of U.K. hotels owned by an affiliate of Cerberus Capital Management

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ARLINGTON, Va./LONDON, 2015-4-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Interstate Hotels & Resorts – the leading global hotel management company – today announced the signing of 18 management agreements for a portfolio of U.K. hotels owned by an affiliate of Cerberus Capital Management. With these additions to its managed portfolio, Interstate continues to expand its regional presence and… Read the full news article

Expedia® Affiliate Network: EAN-distributed hotel supply now available within the OpenJaw t-Retail Platform standard product

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Brings time-to-market benefits, reduced costs and hotel retailing innovation Dublin, IRELAND, 2015-4-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Leading online technology partner to the world’s largest travel brands, OpenJaw Technologies a Guestlogix company, today announced that Expedia® Affiliate Network (EAN), a division of one of the world’s largest online travel companies, Expedia, Inc., has joined its Preferred Supplier… Read the full news article

Hyatt Place survey: six in 10 adults that travel admit to having particular travel quirks

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“There’s a Place for You” campaign brings the Hyatt Place brand to life and shows how it seamlessly provides travelers with a place where they can fully embrace their travel habits the moment they check in CHICAGO, 2015-3-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Place, the perfect place for today’s traveler combining style, innovation and 24/7 convenience,… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle and chef and restaurateur Ethan Stowell joined forces to create new restaurant to replace ART Restaurant & Lounge

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New restaurant concept and design to replace ART Restaurant Seattle, 2015-3-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Seattle, a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star hotel in downtown Seattle, and Ethan Stowell, local chef and restaurateur, have joined forces to create a new restaurant concept to replace ART Restaurant & Lounge. A soft opening date for… Read the full news article

TFE Hotels appoints tourism industry authority, Tammy Marshall, to the newly created role of Chief Operating Officer

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New South Wales, Australia, 2015-3-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chief Executive Officer of TFE Hotels, Rachel Argaman, today announced the appointment of tourism industry authority, Tammy Marshall, to the newly created role of Chief Operating Officer. Reporting directly to the CEO, Tammy is set to start at TFE Hotels in May 2015 and oversee… Read the full news article

Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel, Gateway and Prince Hotels present the newest outdoor event venue in Hong Kong the Top Deck

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HONG KONG, 2015-3-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel, Gateway and Prince Hotels proudly present the newest outdoor event venue in Hong Kong with fantastic views of the world famous Hong Kong skyline. Located on Level 6 of Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel, the Top Deck can accommodate spectacular events of all kinds…. Read the full news article

Carlson Rezidor announces the 210-keys Park Inn by Radisson Bucharest Hotel & Residence scheduled to open in Q4 2015

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Brussels, Belgium, 2015-3-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Rezidor, one of the largest and most dynamic hotel groups worldwide, announces the very first Park Inn by Radisson in Romania: the Park Inn by Radisson Bucharest Hotel & Residence featuring 210 keys is scheduled to open in Q4 2015. It will be part of Carlson Rezidor’s first… Read the full news article

Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel, Jersey wins best hotel in the four & five star category, and best overall hotel winner in Jersey at the Channel Island accommodation awards

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Congratulations to our hotel for two award wins: the best hotel in the four & five star category, and best  overall hotel winner in Jersey, at the Channel Island accommodation awards. Brussels, Belgium, 2015-3-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The award are run by C.I. Travel Group, in  partnership with online review portal Feefo to highlight… Read the full news article

Wyndham Worldwide to encourage energy conservation by turning its lights down for the Earth Hour global initiative on March 29

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Global hospitality company encourages family of brands and business units to participate and help increase awareness of energy conservation PARSIPPANY, NJ, 2015-3-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN), one of the world’s largest hospitality providers and an industry leader in sustainable best practices, is participating in the Earth Hour global initiative by turning… Read the full news article

Baymont Inn & Suites’ spring 2015 “Home Team Hospitality” contest gives amateur teams, groups and clubs the chance to win $10,000 and 1,000,000 Wyndham Rewards points

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Community-focused hotel brand offers groups the chance to win funds and Wyndham Rewards® points PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2015-3-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Baymont Inn & Suites, the midscale hotel brand with a “Hometown Hospitality” service promise of listening to guests and treating them like neighbors, is offering amateur teams, groups and clubs the chance to win $10,000… Read the full news article

Wyndham Worldwide announces the appointment of Richard E. Constable III as senior VP overseeing government relations and commercial contracts

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New Jersey Commissioner of Community Affairs named Senior Vice President of Government Relations and Commercial Contracts at global hospitality company Parsippany, NJ, 2015-3-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN) is pleased to announce the appointment of Richard E. Constable III, as senior vice president, overseeing government relations and commercial contracts for the global hospitality… Read the full news article

Interstate Europe announces senior appointments to its UK management team

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Arlington, VA, 2015-3-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The UK division of Interstate Europe, part of leading global hotel management company Interstate Hotels & Resorts, has announced a quartet of senior appointments to its UK management team. Barry Dawson joins the company as Vice President Hotels Finance; Quentin Neville as Vice President Procurement; Clare Snowdon… Read the full news article

Marriott International’s Autograph Collection announces the launch of Kameha Grand Zurich

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Designed by world-renowned Dutch designer and art director, Marcel Wanders, Kameha Grand Zurich is Autograph Collection’s first property in Switzerland Bethesda, Md., 2015-3-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Autograph Collection, Marriott International’s distinctive portfolio of one-of-a-kind independent hotels, is proud to announce the launch of Kameha Grand Zurich. Set in the heart of one of Europe’s most… Read the full news article

Steigenberger Hotel Group receives Top Superbrand Award

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FRANKFURT, 2015-3-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Independent economic experts and media research institutions were on hand to help the jurors in making their selection, whilst companies were not permitted to nominate themselves for an award. At a special tribute event staged at the Journalists’ Club in the Axel Springer Building, the Steigenberger Hotel Group… Read the full news article