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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
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 news article
Hong Kong, 2015-1-28 — /Travel PR News/ — New World Hotels & Resorts has been appointed by WCT Holdings Berhad (“WCT”) to manage New World Petaling Jaya Hotel outside Kuala Lumpur, scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2016. The agreement signing ceremony took place at Paradigm Mall in Petaling Jaya today with representatives Mr…. Read the full news article
Hong Kong, 2015-1-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Luxury hotel located in Tsim Sha Tsui East Hong Kong, Hotel ICON has again earned the coveted honour from TripAdvisor, the world’s most popular hotel review site in its just-released list of the highest-rated hotels in China. Hotel ICON, an independent property only open for 4 years, has… Read the full news article
Andaz Ottawa Byward Market expected to open in 2016 CHICAGO, 2015-1-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management contract with Claridge Homes for an Andaz hotel in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. When Andaz Ottawa Byward Market opens in mid-2016, it will become the first Andaz-branded… Read the full news article
CHICAGO, 2015-1-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today introduced Hyatt Centric, a new, full service lifestyle brand designed for business and leisure travelers. The launch marks the sixth brand Hyatt has introduced since 2006, and offers Hyatt the opportunity to again set the standard by using its distinctive approach to empathetic engagement… Read the full news article
The brand new Warwick Stone 55, located in Zeinoun Street, Zalka, is one of the most modern boutique hotels in the area. Beirut, Lebanon, 2015-1-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Warwick Stone 55 Hotel is a 4 * Boutique Hotel consisting of 46 spacious rooms & suites with a contemporary design, an all-day dining restaurant named… Read the full news article
Renovated hotel offers easy access to downtown Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh International Airport ATLANTA, 2015-1-26 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] announces the opening of the 199-room Crowne Plaza Pittsburgh West-Green Tree hotel, following a $4 million renovation by the ownership. At the closest IHG full service hotel to Pittsburgh,… Read the full news article
Dutch Coast Seaside Property Joins Global Portfolio of Independent Hotels London, 2015-1-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Autograph Collection has added a new Netherlands-based hotel to its portfolio: Hotel van Oranje in Noordwijk. The hotel complements Autograph Collection’s continually growing portfolio of upscale and independent hotels as the collection expands across Europe and beyond. As the… Read the full news article
More Than 7 Locations to Choose, From Dream Beaches to Jungle Retreats. CHEVY CHASE, 2015-1-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Private beaches, backyard barbeques, temperature controlled outdoor pools, pine forest surrounds and magnificent views – the villas and cottages at The Ritz-Carlton hotels around the world tastefully bring together the exquisite and the personal. Spacious and… Read the full news article
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel To Join Discerning Collection Of Independent Hotels; Celebrates 50th Anniversary Bethesda, Md., 2015-1-23 — /Travel PR News/ — A landmark of luxury on Hawaii Island, Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, joins the exclusive portfolio of Autograph Collection hotels as the group’s first Hawaiian property and the 75th in its global portfolio. Now celebrating… Read the full news article
Brussels, Belgium, 2015-1-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Rezidor, one of the most dynamic hotel companies worldwide and a member of the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, announces the promotion of Elie Younes to Executive Vice President & Chief Development Officer. Younes, who served as the group’s Senior Vice President & Head of Group Development since December… Read the full news article
The addition of secure payment transaction, and reporting and analytics services expands the business solutions available to RCI affiliates Parsippany, N.J., 2015-1-22 — /Travel PR News/ — RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), continues to grow its RCI® Affiliate Access program with the addition of… Read the full news article
Parsippany, N.J., 2015-1-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Slip into warm boots, hit the country’s best slopes, and head back to a professionally managed vacation rental property. With Wyndham Vacation Rentals, the world’s largest professional manager of vacation rentals and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), skiers and snowboarders have a choice of… Read the full news article
ZURICH, 2015-1-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissotel Hotels & Resorts, a leading brand in the FRHI Hotels & Resorts (FRHI) portfolio, today announced that it has entered into an agreement with Turkish developer Garanti Koza to manage Swissotel Sofia, a new flagship property being developed in Bulgaria’s capital. Expected to open in 2018, this fashionable new… Read the full news article