Category Archives: Hotels

Uhane Pohaku Na Moku O Hawaii and Four Seasons Resorts Lanai announces the Ho’okupu Hula No Lanai Cultural Festival October 4-5, 2013

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Music, dance and the arts usher in the fall season on Lanai 2013-09-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Uhane Pohaku Na Moku O Hawaii, in partnership with Four Seasons Resorts Lanai, announces the fourth bi-annual Ho’okupu Hula No Lanai Cultural Festival October 4-5, 2013.  The complimentary festival, meaning “a gift of hula to Lanai,” joins together hula halau from around the world who have… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong is celebrating its 50th Golden Anniversary throughout 2013

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Hong Kong, 2013-09-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Throughout 2013 Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong is celebrating its 50th Golden Anniversary, and as the year draws to a close it promises to offer guests a festive Golden celebration. Festive mulled wine, roasted chestnuts, children’s ballet performances, a chamber choir can all be found within the hotel, while outstanding shopping, cultural attractions… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Miami features $10,000 Vow Renewal Package for its 10th Anniversary this October

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Features Palm Grove ceremony, Spa treatments, three-course dinner and luxury accommodations for 10; available from October 2013 to October 2014 2013-09-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — In celebration of its 10th Anniversary this October, Four Seasons Hotel Miami features a USD 10,000 Vow Renewal Package that includes a romantic ceremony in the rooftop Palm Grove terrace, luxury accommodations for ten, Spa… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group appoints Torsten Van Dullemen General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Manila

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Hong Kong, 2013-09-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced the appointment of Torsten Van Dullemen as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Manila effective immediately. Mr Van Dullemen has held several senior hotel management positions within the Group. He first joined the company in 2004 as Resident Manager of Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London. He was also… Read the full press release

Orient-Express offers journey to the heart of Botswana with Alexander McCall Smith 22–27 November 2013

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2013-09-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Journey to the Heart of Botswana with Alexander McCall Smith 22–27 November 2013 Northern Botswana, 28 August 2013: For Mma Ramotswe aficionados, it can’t get much better than this. This November, immerse yourself in Mma Ramotswe’s Botswana in the company of her creator, one of the world’s best-loved writers, Alexander McCall Smith…. Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group and celebrity chef Gaston Acurio team up to open La Mar by Gaston Acurio at Mandarin Oriental, Miami

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Hong Kong, 2013-08-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has joined forces with celebrity chef Gaston Acurio to open La Mar by Gaston Acurio at Mandarin Oriental, Miami in December 2013. The all-day dining restaurant, cebiche and tapas bar will feature Acurio’s acclaimed Peruvian cuisine in a sleek, modern setting that includes indoor and outdoor… Read the full press release

Kuramathi Island Resort revealed its brand new website kuramathi.com

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2013-08-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kuramathi Island Resort has finally revealed its brand new website today. Innovatively user-friendly and gregarious in design, the website reflects the Kuramathi brand and concept in every aspect. Site navigation through the webpages has been made easier, providing easy access to information with a single click of the button. Large images of… Read the full press release

The American Hotel & Lodging Association applauds the General Services Administration’s (GSA) federal per diem rates for FY2014

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CONUS Rates Increased to $83 2013-08-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) applauds the General Services Administration’s (GSA) federal per diem rates for FY2014, effective October 1, 2013: “The FY 2014 per diem rates released today by GSA are welcome news for government travelers who stay in hotels while traveling on government… Read the full press release

Residence Inn Facebook fans helped Residence Inn New York Manhattan/Midtown East name its penthouse suite – “East Side Story”

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Bethesda, MD, 2013-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Residence Inn by Marriott, the leader in the extended-stay lodging segment, continues to expand its presence in New York City with its latest addition, the Residence Inn New York Manhattan/Midtown East. Great location, excellent service…but there was still something missing: a name for its penthouse suite. Tens of thousands of Residence… Read the full press release

Marriott International opens its 10th Courtyard in India – Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan

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Pune, 2013-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — A renowned automobile and manufacturing hub in Pune, Chakan now, has its first International business hotel with the launch of Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan. The hotel will mark the opening of the 10th Courtyard by Marriott property in India, and the 4th Marriott property in Pune city.  This premium, business… Read the full press release

Marriott International’s fundraising campaign for SOS Children’s Villages marks 25th anniversary of its first property in Germany the Hamburg Marriott Hotel

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LONDON, 2013-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — On 17 October, 2013, Marriott International celebrates the 25th anniversary of its first property in Germany, the Hamburg Marriott Hotel.  To mark the occasion, Marriott is launching “Lend a Hand,” a fundraising campaign across 31 hotels in Germany, Austria and Switzerland to support disadvantaged youth in Europe.  Over five weeks, from… Read the full press release

One of the tallest hotels in the western hemisphere Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center announced $30 Million Renovation

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DETROIT, MI, 2013-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — More change and investment is coming to Detroit’s riverfront as the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center today announced that it will begin a $30 million renovation project in February 2014, transforming 1,329 guest rooms and 100,000 square feet of meeting space. The Detroit Marriott is one of the tallest hotels in… Read the full press release

Win limited edition “White Penguin” sculpture by Italian artist collective Cracking Art Group with 21c Museum Hotels’s Facebook sweepstakes

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2013-08-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — In celebration of gaining 21,000 “Likes” (and counting) on facebook, 21c Museum Hotels is thanking our fans with an opportunity to win a limited edition White Penguin sculpture by Italian artist collective Cracking Art Group. To enter, fans can visit 21c Museum Hotels’ facebook page and visit the ‘WIN ME” tab to complete the sweepstakes form. Daily… Read the full press release

Airports of Thailand PLC and Tourism Authority of Thailand pool their resources to achieve broad level of tourism promotion goals

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Bangkok, 2013-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Two of Thailand’s top state enterprises involved in promoting travel and tourism have joined forces to boost the number of air travellers to the kingdom and meet the national objective of better spreading the benefits of tourism nationwide. On August 23, Mr Suraphon Svetasreni, Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand… Read the full press release

Legendary British fashion accessories designer Lulu Guinness to design the Christmas Tree for Rocco Forte’s Brown’s Hotel in London

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London, 2013-08-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Rocco Forte’s Brown’s Hotel in London is pleased to announce that this year, legendary British fashion accessories designer, Lulu Guinness, will be designing the hotel’s Christmas tree. Taking inspiration from her recent collections, Lulu will be decorating the Brown’s Christmas tree and adding her glamorous festive touches to various areas of… Read the full press release

Asia’s leading hotel booking site Agoda.com features top hotels for Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany

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2013-08-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), is getting ready to lift a glass in celebration of the world’s largest fair – the yearly celebration of Oktoberfest, held for 16 days every October in Munich, Germany. This year the festival will be held from September 21… Read the full press release

Award-winning boutique hotel and restaurant group 21c Museum Hotels Named to Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest Growing Companies

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2013-08-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — 21c Museum Hotels, the award-winning boutique hotel company and restaurant group, was named to the Inc. 5000, Inc. magazine’s annual ranking of America’s fastest growing companies across 22 industries. The company had a three year growth rate of 673 percent and ranked #6 on the Top 100 Travel and Hospitality list and #2 on… Read the full press release

Exciting getaway package at The Excelsior Hong Kong for National Day Celebrations

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Hong Kong, 2013-08-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Surrounded by numerous shopping malls, department stores, boutiques and market stalls in the heart of Causeway Bay, The Excelsior, Hong Kong has prepared an exciting getaway package that allows guests to enjoy enticing dining and exclusive shopping offers in celebration of this year National Day. The Excelsior, Hong Kong’s National Day package starts at… Read the full press release

Experience pure comfort and sheer luxury with the Sail Away package for discerning well-heeled travellers at Mandarin Oriental Singapore

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Hong Kong, 2013-08-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Set sail with an indulgent Sail Away room package designed for discerning well-heeled travellers at Mandarin Oriental, Singapore.Experience pure comfort and sheer luxury with the Sail Away package, which includes luxurious accommodation, world-class dining and pampering spa treats, plus a leisurely cruising day on a private charter yacht along Singapore’s coastline.Priced… Read the full press release

The world’s largest Holiday Inn the 1,238-room Holiday Inn Makkah to open in Saudi Arabia in 2016

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Makkah, Saudi Arabia, 2013-08-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and Makkah Real Estate Company have signed an agreement to build the world’s largest Holiday Inn, the 1,238-room Holiday Inn Makkah, due to open in Saudi Arabia in 2016. This landmark agreement responds to the boom in religious tourism to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. … Read the full press release

Philippe Kronberg new General Manager at Stamford Plaza Brisbane

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Brisbane, Australia,  2013-08-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Stamford Hotels and Resorts announce the appointment of Philippe Kronberg as General Manager at Stamford Plaza Brisbane. Philippe returns to Brisbane directly from his most recent position as General Manager at Hilton Pattaya, Thailand. Before then he worked with Hilton Worldwide around the globe including China, Japan, Australia and Europe working… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok and Travel + Leisure Southeast Asia launched #MyWGF Instagram Photo Contest

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2013-08-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Shoot, share and win this September with Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok and the #MyWGF World Gourmet Festival Instagram photo contest. From mouthwatering cuisine to chefs in action, Champagne glasses lined up at the Louis Roederer Lounge, or mixologists shaking up a storm at the Whisky Lounge, guests at this year’s World Gourmet Festival are encouraged to snap and… Read the full press release

Beer Fest at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta with great Southern Brews selection of beers from across the region

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2013-08-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — This September Park 75 Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta will get in the spirit with a Beer Fest menu that will make any southern beer connoisseur glow with pride. Park 75 new Southern Brews section of the menu features beers from across the region. The menu includes Abita Amber from Louisiana, Highland Brewing Company’s Black Mocha Stout… Read the full press release

Marriott International announced it ranked #4 on LATINA Style Magazine’s annual LATINA Style 50 Report

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2013-08-22 — /travelprnews.com/ — LATINA Style Magazine has ranked Marriott International #4 on its annual LATINA Style 50 Report.  This annual survey serves as the most respected source of employment and career information for Hispanic women in the U.S.  Companies responding to LATINA Style’s questionnaire are evaluated based on issues that LATINA Style readers identified as most important to them in the workplace such… Read the full press release

Thailand welcomes chefs, winemakers and food experts for the 14th World Gourmet Festival at Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok September 2 – 8, 2013

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Bangkok, 2013-08-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — In another move to enhance Thailand’s reputation as a culinary hot spot in Asia, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is joining the Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok to promote this year’s 14th World Gourmet Festival, to be held at Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok from September 2 to 8, 2013. Already confirmed are leading chefs… Read the full press release

Loews Coronado Bay Resort launched Furry Kids Eat Free package to celebrate its nomination as “Best Pet-Friendly Hotels” in USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards

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New Room Package and Pet-Friendly Hotel Amenities Encourage Travel with Four-Legged Members of the Family San Diego, Calif., 2013-08-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — In celebration of being nominated in USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards in the “Best Pet-Friendly Hotels” category, Loews Coronado Bay Resort has launched the Furry Kids Eat Free package, with savings any pet-parent will enjoy. The Furry… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver prepares for the special mass-participation cycling event RBC GranFondo Whistler

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2013-08-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — The team at Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver and YEW seafood + bar is gearing up to help participating guests have a great Gran Fondo experience. A special mass-participation cycling event, RBC GranFondo Whistler is designed for cyclists of varying abilities. On Saturday, September 7, 2013, more than 7000 cyclists will brave the 122 kilometre (76 mile) climb from… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Austin’s 2013 Gingerbread Village will be themed to the beloved Dr. Seuss classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas

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2013-08-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — It was only August, but the pastry team at Four Seasons Hotel Austin had an idea for its 2013 Gingerbread Village – a “wonderful, awful idea,” as Dr. Seuss would say. A beloved annual tradition since the 1980s, the Hotel’s Gingerbread Village in 2013 will be themed to the beloved Dr. Seuss classic, How the… Read the full press release

Two new non-traditional event spaces at Four Seasons Hotel New York open for business

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2013-08-20 — /travelprnews.com/ — Two new non-traditional event spaces in Four Seasons Hotel New York are now available for receptions, private dinners, weddings,  and lunch and breakfast meetings. Fifty-Eight (the former L’Atelier space) accommodates up to 40 guests for a seated dinner and a maximum of 70 guests for a reception. The space designed by Pierre Yves Rochon is scarlet in… Read the full press release

The most sophisticated luxury hotel in Shenzhen the Mandarin Oriental is slated to open in 2017 as part of the premier Shum Yip’s UpperHills mixed use project

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Hong Kong, 2013-08-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has today signed an agreement to manage a luxury hotel in Shenzhen, Southern China. Mandarin Oriental, Shenzhen, which is slated to open in 2017, will form part of the premier Shum Yip’s UpperHills mixed use project. This development will comprise office towers, a residential complex, significant retail… Read the full press release