Hong Kong, 2013-05-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — The summer holiday is always a great occasion for children and the whole family to take a break together. The Excelsior, Hong Kong has prepared the perfect package to allow the entire family to enjoy a summer shopping spree at Italy’s fashion brand Stefanel, renowned Rimowa luggage, long established Chen’s Jewellery and… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Hotels
SpringHill Suites Celebrates its 300th milestone and entry into Manhattan
Brand designates new addition the 300th SpringHill Suites hotel. NEW YORK, 2013-05-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Celebrating its 300th milestone and entry into Manhattan, SpringHill Suites by Marriott opened the doors today of its stylish new 173-suite Midtown Manhattan hotel, located at 25 West 37th Street. Boasting impressive and unobstructed views of the Empire State Building and… Read the full press release
Hilton Dublin’s Top Chefs presented with two awards at Catex 2013
DUBLIN, 2013-05-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dublin’s reputation for fine food in the hotel industry recently received a significant boost with the announcement that head chef at Hilton Dublin, Gareth Carberry, and his sous chefs Gavin Finn and Wojciech Zawainski have been presented with two awards at Catex 2013. Organised by The Panel of Chefs of Ireland, Chef… Read the full press release
Loews enhances its online and mobile presence, Selects TravelClick to support the brand’s digital marketing strategy
NEW YORK, 2013-05-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Loews Hotels & Resorts (Loews) is aggressively increasing and enhancing its online and mobile presence and has selected TravelClick to support the brand’s digital marketing strategy. TravelClick, a global provider of revenue generating solutions for hoteliers, will manage and execute Loews’ digital marketing and search engine strategy, including media buying and… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts expands 100 Mile Cocktail program worldwide, adding new locally sourced cocktails to drink menus across six continents
2013-05-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — This year Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts expands its 100 Mile Cocktail program worldwide, adding new locally sourced cocktails to drink menus across six continents. Following a successful run in the Americas last summer, this year’s 100 Mile Cocktail initiative once again challenged mixologists to craft libations using only ingredients and spirits found within a 100-mile… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Boston Launches Picnic in the Park Program
Guests can enjoy gourmet meals packaged “to go,” in easy-to-carry Picnic Packs. 2013-05-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — The popular Picnic in the Park program at Four Seasons Hotel Boston is back: beginning on Friday, May 31, 2013, guests of the Hotel will have the opportunity to order a Picnic in the Park – a gourmet meal packaged in an… Read the full press release
The Warwick New York Hotel offers The Great Gatsby experience package
2013-05-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Warwick New York Hotel offers guests The Great Gatsby experience with a special package in honor of the Baz Lurhmann directed adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby. The film, set in the roaring twenties, follows the life of millionaire Jay Gatsby and his neighbour Nick. The Great Gatsby package* includes:… Read the full press release
Hyatt Regency hotel in Amsterdam expected to open in 2015
CHICAGO, 2013-05-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H), Aedes Real Estate and UBM Realitätentwicklung AG announced today their affiliates have entered into an agreement for a Hyatt Regency hotel in Amsterdam, which is expected to open in 2015. Hyatt Regency Amsterdam will be the first Hyatt Regency hotel and the third Hyatt-branded hotel to… Read the full press release
Wyndham Rewards Loyalty Program makes rewards more achievable for travelers
-Guarantees Rewards after only one night stay -Introduces Gold Status tier with tangible benefits for members who stay more often PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2013-05-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Rewards®, Wyndham Hotel Group’s guest loyalty program, is doing its part to help make rewards more achievable for travelers regardless of how often they travel. In response to customer insights… Read the full press release
Melbourne’s Windsor Hotel puts fine a la carte breakfast dining back on the menu
Fine Breakfast Dining Now on the Table at Melbourne’s Windsor Hotel 2013-05-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — As well as continuing with its elegant Continental breakfast buffet, the Windsor is now offering a full breakfast menu at its 111 Spring Street Restaurant, with options ranging from the healthy to the indulgent. Choose from dishes such as oatmeal porridge… Read the full press release
IHG won nine awards at 2013 TTG China Travel Awards
2013-05-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG, the largest international hotel company by number of rooms in China, received nine awards at TTG China Travel Awards presented by TTG Publishing, the leading industry publication in Asia Pacific. These awards demonstrate the industry-wide recognition of IHG and its brands’ long dedication to China market and its consistent best-in-class performance…. Read the full press release
Katie Lim, Oakwood Worldwide® New Director Of Supplier Management For Asia Pacific Region
LOS ANGELES, 2013-05-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Oakwood Worldwide, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartments, announces the addition of Katie Lim as director of supplier management for its Asia Pacific region. She will be responsible for driving the regional growth of the business through strategic supplier relationships. This position is part of the company’s commitment… Read the full press release
Dusit Thani Maldives Celebrates Children’s Day
2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — On March 10th 2013 Dusit Thani Maldives celebrated Children’s Day, recognising children and hospitality in the Baa Atoll. The resort invited 30 children and their teachers from the islands of Kihaadhoo, Dhonfanu and Dharavandhoo. A fun programme of activities was organised aiming to instil hospitality awareness and values in young children, as… Read the full press release
This summer, Four Seasons Hotel Prague offers the Experience More package
Experience More with Four Seasons Hotel Prague This Summer. Hotel credit, art tours, private visit of Karlstejn Castle and more await at Four Seasons this summer holiday. 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — For this summer season, Four Seasons Hotel Prague offers the Experience More package, applicable for Deluxe rooms and categories above. The package includes a Hotel Credit of EUR 75.00 once per room per stay of a minimum… Read the full press release
Celebrate Summer with Gaylord Hotels’ SummerFest
SummerFest Activities Include The DreamWorks Experience and More. NASHVILLE, TENN., 2013-05-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — There’s no better way to get away this summer than with Gaylord Hotels’ SummerFest, an exciting line-up of special events and activities available all summer long – from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend at Gaylord Hotels. Located in or near Washington,… Read the full press release
Discover the works of Noureddine Chater at Four Seasons Resort Marrakech
2013-05-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Guests can discover the works of artist painter Noureddine Chater at Four Seasons Resort Marrakech until June 30, 2013. The work of Noureddine Chater is rooted in the tradition of Arabic calligraphy, and further transcends and stands out as art that highlights the interaction between the text and the figural, the idea and form. Alphabet,… Read the full press release
Hampton Hotels Celebrates Grand Opening of 1,900th Property in New York
Nearly 150 Brand Leaders, VIPs Gather for ‘Hamptonality United’ Event Unveiling New-Build Hampton Inn Manhattan/United Nations and Honoring Hampton’s Global Diversity, Strength MCLEAN, Va., 2013-05-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Phil Cordell, global head, focused service and Hampton brand management at Hilton Worldwide and Jim Holthouser, executive vice president, global brands at Hilton Worldwide welcomed nearly 150 hospitality… Read the full press release
Hipmunk site and mobile users can now book hotels through a partnership with Expedia® Affiliate Network
SAN FRANCISCO, 2013-05-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hipmunk, one of the leading travel sites, today announced users of the site and mobile applications will now be able to book hotels directly with Hipmunk through a partnership with Expedia® Affiliate Network (EAN). “This marks a significant moment for our business,” said Adam Goldstein, Hipmunk CEO. “We’ve heard from many of our… Read the full press release
Atmosphere brand launches its official Logo!
2013-05-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Atmosphere brand launches its official Logo! The primary objective of the logo is to showcase the new ‘Indian Ocean’ resort brand in the right perspective to the discerning traveller, with the usage of the vibrant tropical Indian Ocean blues, the pristine turquoise of the lagoon and the symbolic sun of the Indian… Read the full press release
Hilton Pattaya Offers Guests An Extended Range of Prizes with New ‘Dine And Fly With Hilton Pattaya’ Promotion
PATTAYA, Thailand, 2013-05-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Pattaya today announced the ‘Dine And Fly with Hilton Pattaya’ promotion that is running for a third consecutive year. Held from May 1 to November 30, 2013, the promotion offers guests the chance to win exciting prizes while enjoying great food and beverage deals as well as the luxurious spa… Read the full press release
Transient Bookings Continue to Carry Growth in 2013
NEW YORK, 2013-05-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — The transient segment, which consists of individual business and leisure travelers, is continuing to support both average daily rate (ADR) and committed occupancy over the group segment in 2013, according to data from the April 2013 TravelClick North American Hospitality Review (NAHR). “The vast majority of the top 25 North… Read the full press release
Day and nightlife venues debut at Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas This Summer
Hot Day and Nightlife Venues Debut at Four SeasonsHotel Las Vegas and Adjacent Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino This Summer. PRESS, Daylight, LIGHT and Michael Jackson ONE highlight exciting new lineup. 2013-05-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — This summer, Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas guests don’t have to leave the property to experience the newest venues in the entertainment and nightlife capital of the… Read the full press release
Travelport launches Latest version of Travelport Rooms and More™
Latest version of the hotel booking engine integrates superior user interface with extensive new content – now offering over 450,000 unique hotel properties and one million room deals Langley, UK, 2013-05-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, the leading provider of critical transaction processing solutions and data for the global travel industry, has unveiled a series of significant enhancements… Read the full press release
Ms Jill McDonald appointed as an independent Non-Executive Director of IHG
2013-05-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — InterContinental Hotels Group PLC (“IHG”) today announces that Ms Jill McDonald is to be appointed as an independent Non-Executive Director of IHG. She will join the IHG Board with effect from 1 June 2013. Jill has been Chief Executive Officer and President for the Northern Europe Division for McDonald’s since September 2010… Read the full press release
Agoda.com: Great Deals on Sydney Hotels for the Annual Vivid Sydney Light, Music & Idea Festival
2013-05-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), is illuminating great deals on hotels in Sydney, Australia for the annual Vivid Sydney Light, Music & Idea Festival, which takes place this year from May 24 – June 10. For the past 5 years, the festival has been… Read the full press release
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto will officially open its doors on 2014
Opening Date and General Manager Announced for Iconic New Urban Resort. TOKYO, 2013-05-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company has confirmed The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto will officially open its doors on February 7, 2014, and unveiled the first images of the luxury urban resort that pays homage to the region’s cultural heritage. It also officially announced… Read the full press release
Pierre at Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong welcomes Jean-Denis Le Bras as the new Chef de Cuisine
Hong Kong, 2013-05-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Pierre Gagnaire’s Michelin-starred signature restaurant, Pierre, on the 25th floor of Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, welcomes Jean-Denis Le Bras as the new Chef de Cuisine. With an impeccable background in Michelin-starred and Rosette-winning restaurants, he will liaise closely with Pierre Gagnaire to delight diners with signature dishes from the internationally renowned chef,… Read the full press release
Wyndham Hotel Group announces the opening of the first Days Inn® hotel in Riyadh
First hotel of the multi-unit, 10-property deal between Wyndham and Riyada RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, 2013-05-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company with approximately 7,380 hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), today announced the opening of the first Days Inn® hotel in Saudi Arabia, the 56-room Days Hotel Olaya in Riyadh. The hotel is… Read the full press release
Dusit Thani Manila: Learn ancient Thai desserts recipes at Benjarong
2013-05-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dessert is an art. Embrace your inner artist and learn the essentials of concocting and carving sweet desserts from ancient Thai recipes at Benjarong this summer as Thai chef Suwanna Puangdee shares her passion for creating Thai delicacies. To be held every Saturday of May from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. is… Read the full press release
GBTA USA Chapter Task Force Delivers Recommendations and Plan for Future Growth
Recommendations Well Received At Salt Lake City Meeting Alexandria, VA, 2013-05-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the voice of the global business travel industry, is proud to announce the completion of a critical next step forward with the delivery of Chapter Task Force recommendations to grow membership in the chapter system across… Read the full press release