Upper Napa Valley Solage Calistoga resort honored with a AAA Four-Diamond Award

Auberge Resort in Calistoga Joins Napa Valley Resorts of Distinction CALISTOGA, CALIF. , 2013-07-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Solage Calistoga, the design-focused and environmentally conscious resort in UpperNapaValley, is proud to announce its inaugural designation as a AAA Four-Diamond rated property. A destination embracing the best of NapaValley “fun” with four-diamond amenities, Solage becomes the first property… Read the full press release

Nisbet Plantation Beach Club ranked among the Top Hotels in the world and Top Resorts in the Caribbean by the prestigious Travel + Leisure

NEVIS, West Indies, 2013-07-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — For the fourth consecutive year, Nisbet Plantation Beach Club has been honored among the Top Hotels in the world and Top Resorts in the Caribbean by the prestigious Travel + Leisure magazine. In the Travel + Leisure 2013 World’s Best Awards readers’ survey, the intimate, 36-room Nevis resort is ranked… Read the full press release

The first palace hotel in Paris Hotel Le Meurice invited Alain Ducasse to take over the management of its restaurants

2013-07-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hotel Le Meurice, the first palace hotel in Paris, has invited Alain Ducasse to take over the management of its kitchens. He will bring to this landmark his innovative vision, ethos and dinstinctive take on contemporary French haute cuisine. From September, he will start working in the gastronomic restaurant, one of the… Read the full press release

Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group announced the Radisson Blu Hotel in Rouen, France scheduled to open in Q3 2015

2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the ten largest hotel groups worldwide, announces the Radisson Blu Hotel, Rouen in France. The 91-rooms property is scheduled to open in Q3 2015, and brings Carlson Rezidor’s French portfolio to 23 hotels in operation and under development. “We are delighted to extend our presence to… Read the full press release

Silversea Cruises opened the books on its two Grand Voyages for 2015

New perks include complimentary hotel stay, $2,000 onboard spending credit, exclusive shoreside event and Silversea Experience 2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Following on the heels of the unveiling of its World Cruise 2015 last month, ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises today opened the books on its two Grand Voyages for 2015, offering a further tantalising peek at the line’s soon-to-be-announced schedule for the… Read the full press release

Dusit Thani Manila’s ‘Ramen Rush’ promotion at UMU Japanese Restaurant

2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ramen is a noodle soup that was originally imported to Japan from China in the Meiji Period. In more recent decades, it has become a very popular dish in Japan, adapted to the Japanese taste. Nowadays, Ramen restaurants number in thousands and instant ramen (invented in 1958) is now well known internationally. Ramen’s popularity stems in part… Read the full press release

Dusit Thani Manila chosen venue for the second time of MMQ Theater for its ‘Le Cabaret 7’ Masquerade Show

2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dusit Thani Manila is the chosen venue for the second time of MMQ Theater for its ‘Le Cabaret 7’ Masquerade Show, a fund raising event for the benefit of ‘Feed a Child, Build a Nation’ feeding program to be held on September 14, 2013, 7:00 p.m. at the Grand Ballroom.  In partnership… Read the full press release

On its 101st year the Manila Hotel announced two of its most recent achievements from Condé Nast Traveler and TripAdvisor

2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — On its 101st year, the Manila Hotel is proud to announce two of its most recent achievements from luxury travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler and respected online travel resource TripAdvisor. The Manila Hotel was heralded as part of Condé Nast Traveler’s Top 20 Best Hotels in Southeast Asia from its 2012 online polls. The Grande Dame also… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group opened the first ever Holiday Inn Express in Singapore on Orchard Road

Singapore, 2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG)has opened the first ever Holiday Inn Express in Singapore, located in the heart of the country’s vibrant shopping district and entertainment hub, Orchard Road. Holiday Inn Express Singapore Orchard Road is the first of two Holiday Inn Express hotels planned for Singapore during the brand’s rapid expansion across South East Asia…. Read the full press release

Vacation resort developer Orange Lake Resorts added Colonial Crossings Resort in Williamsburg, VA to its portfolio

Resort destination in Virginia to join the Holiday Inn Club Vacations® brand ORLANDO, FLA., 2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Vacation resort developer Orange Lake Resorts, which operates ten properties, announced that it officially closed on a transaction with English Garden LV LLC to expand its portfolio to now include Colonial Crossings Resort in Williamsburg, VA. The intent for this… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group and Selfi Grupo Operador de Estacionamientos celebrated opening of the Holiday Inn Express® Hotel Xalapa in Veracruz

IHG’s continued growth in Veracruz contributes to the Southeastern region of Mexico’s economy Xalapa, Ver, 2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and Selfi Grupo Operador de Estacionamientos, S.A. de C.V., recently celebrated the ground break on April 22nd of the Holiday Inn Express® Hotel Xalapa. Prominent personalities who attended the ground-breaking ceremony included José Antonio Mansur Beltrán, Federal Delegate… Read the full press release

Journey into the heart of Philippines’ most desirable travel destinations with The Discovery Leisure Company

One Discovery A Day with the Discovery Leisure Group 2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Journey into the heart of the Philippines’ most desirable travel destinations, cradled in the lap of luxury, with The Discovery Leisure Company (TDLC), Inc. that developed and owns the homegrown Filipino leisure chain of Discovery Suites, Discovery Country Suites and Discovery Shores Boracay…. Read the full press release

Summer package deals at JW Marriott, Autograph Collection Hotels, Renaissance, Marriott Resorts and Gaylord Hotels

Package Includes Room Upgrade & Up to $100 Nightly Credit For Those Who Book by Sept. 25 and Stay July 28 – Oct. 31 2013-07-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — JW Marriott, Autograph Collection Hotels, Renaissance, Marriott  Resorts and Gaylord Hotels are turning up the heat on savings with the Endless Summer package. Valid through Sept. 25, travelers… Read the full press release

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company to open six new luxury hotels in its growing global portfolio

CHEVY CHASE, Md. 2013-07-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Prior to the end of this year, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. will open the doors to six new luxury hotels in its growing global portfolio. Spectacular properties in Chengdu and Tianjin will bring the luxury brand’s number of hotels in China to ten; the opulent Ritz-Carlton hotels in Almaty, Herzliya and Bangalore… Read the full press release

Ahmed Khalaf appointed General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano Egypt

2013-07-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano announces the appointment of Ahmed Khalaf as new General Manager. Ahmed has earned his well deserved promotion after having held the position of Hotel Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Doha, and Hotel Manager for Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza prior to that. With his 26 years of experience… Read the full press release

World Gourmet Festival Comes to Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui Thailand on September 9, 2013

2013-07-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — For one night only on September 9, 2013, the World Gourmet Festival comes to Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui. The Resort is delighted to welcome Chef Paco Pérez of Michelin two-star The Mirror in Barcelona for an exclusive one-of-a-kind dinner limited to a maximum of 25 guests. The dinner will feature Chef Pérez’s signature brand of creative Spanish cuisine, paired… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Boston Run of Hope fundraiser to take place on September 8, 2013

2013-07-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — The annual Four Seasons Hotel Boston Run of Hope will take place on Sunday, September 8, 2013 along the Charles River Esplanade. All proceeds will benefit pediatric cancer care and research at the Massachusetts General Hospital for Children and the Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center (MGH). The event will include one-of-a-kind top fundraiser and… Read the full press release

Agoda.com gears up Singapore’s event of the year – the world-famous Singapore Grand Prix

2013-07-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), is gearing up for one of Singapore’s most exciting, loudest and certainly fastest event of the year – the world-famous Singapore Grand Prix. On September 20, 21 and 22 this year, Singapore’s streets will close down to allow some… Read the full press release

Asia’s leading hotel booking site Agoda.com posts 9 of the coolest hotels in Rome with rooftop patios

2013-07-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), is getting ready to enjoy the summer to its fullest with a list of 9 of the coolest hotels in Rome that offer rooftop patios. As anyone who has visited can attest, there are few things nicer than a… Read the full press release

Marriott International booking facilities and content for 3,800 properties in 74 countries now available in Arabic Language

Booking facilities and content for 3,800 properties in 74 countries now available in Arabic Language a core focus for leading hotel company Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 2013-07-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Arabic speaking customers worldwide can now access a host of online functions and important hotel information through the new Arabic website from Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) – www.arabic.marriott.com. Enhancing… Read the full press release

Sharing vacation photos takes on a whole new experience with Marriott’s new app Tripographer

2013-07-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — No one can tell the story of your trip better than you and now Marriott International lets you share your experiences more powerfully than ever. Tripographer powered by Marriott is a new online app that takes you on street-view tours of the places you visit allowing you to share photos of the journey. … Read the full press release

Attractive group Offers for Event, Conference and Incentive organisers at Mandarin Oriental, Prague

Hong Kong, 2013-07-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Prague is delighted to introduce a special Group Offer for Event, Conference and Incentive organisers. Ideal for any time of the year, the hotel’s attractive seasonal bed and breakfast rates for groups offer the perfect choice for Planners looking for a luxurious venue at excellent value in the heart… Read the full press release

Special late summer body treatment offered at the Spas at Mandarin Oriental

HONG KONG, 2013-07-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Spas at Mandarin Oriental are offering an energising treatment that is perfect for late summer. The 80 minute Time to Flourish body treatment relates to the Chinese element of Earth, which is the energy of late summer and represents the still moment between seasons, when flowers are in full bloom… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental Paris announced its participation in this year’s prestigious Vogue Fashion Night Out

Hong Kong, 2013-07-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Paris is delighted to announce their participation in this year’s prestigious Vogue Fashion Night Out taking place in Paris on 17 September 2013. For the past five years, the international editions of Vogue magazine have lit up some of the most glamorous streets in the world with Vogue’s Fashion… Read the full press release

‘South African Weekend’at Hilton Pattaya Thailand

PATTAYA, Thailand, 2013-07-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Pattaya today announced its latest promotion – ‘South African Weekend’ – at Horizon and Edge restaurants. The promotion will be held during Saturday, July 20 and Sunday, July 21, 2013 and guests can taste South African delights, selected wines and enjoy a special night with a famous South African DJ…. Read the full press release

Hilton Brisbane chef Jeremy Clark introduced new ‘signature’ breakfast dish at Vintaged Bar + Grill

BRISBANE, Australia, 2013-07-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Brisbane executive chef, Jeremy Clark, is taking on the age old breakfast favourite of baked beans with the introduction of a new ‘signature’ breakfast dish at the award-winning Vintaged Bar + Grill. Introducing Vintaged baked beans with ham hock, Lyonnaise sausage and a choice of eggs. Clark’s authentic, home-style baked… Read the full press release

Marriott to donate $800,000 to Former NBA star Yao Ming’s Foundation

2013-07-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Yao Ming, former National Basketball Association star, visited the Marriott International headquarters Friday to celebrate the company’s partnership with the Yao Foundation.  Under the terms of the three-year agreement, Marriott will donate $800,000 to the Yao Foundation to help establish three Project Hope schools in rural areas of the Southwestern region of… Read the full press release

SpringHill Suites by Marriott introduces fresh approach to complimentary hotel breakfasts in the upper moderate tier

SpringHill Suites’ takes on a new spin to help create distinct experiences Bethesda, MD, 2013-07-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — From picking new and exciting destinations to selecting the right hotels, people today are looking for ways to create their own unique travel experience that is tailored to their distinctive interests and tastes. SpringHill Suites by Marriott understands this need… Read the full press release

Marriott Rewards and United MileagePlus teamed up to provide their most loyal members with unprecedented travel benefits

Marriott and United join to offer unmatched recognition and benefits Bethesda, Md. and Chicago, 2013-07-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott Rewards® and United MileagePlus, two of the biggest names in travel, have joined forces to provide their most loyal members with unprecedented travel benefits.  Starting today, “RewardsPlus” offers Marriott Rewards Platinum Elite members MileagePlus Premier Silver status, featuring some… Read the full press release

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority marked its 100-year anniversary at Marriott International

2013-07-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International welcomed members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., (DST) to the nation’s capital as it marked the 100-year anniversary of the organization.  To help celebrate the milestone and thank a great customer, Marriott hosted the sorority’s national executive board for a luncheon event, where DST National President Cynthia M.A. Butler-McIntyre, (pictured… Read the full press release