Category Archives: Hotels

Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore named Best New Business Hotel and listed as one of the Top 100 Hotels in the World

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2013-05-07 — /travelprnews.com/ —  Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore Honoured with Two Prestigious Awards. Baltimore’s leading luxury hotel named Best New Business Hotel in Entrepreneur magazine and listed as one of the Top 100 Hotels in the World in Robb Report magazine. Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore has been recognized by two leading national publications in May: Entrepreneur magazine and Robb Report magazine. Baltimore’s top luxury hotel was… Read the full press release

Wyndham Hotel Group Announces First Wyndham Hotel in the U.A.E.

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World’s largest hotel company with over 7,000 hotels aligns with British developer The First Group DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, 2013-05-06 — /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 plans for the first Wyndham® Hotels and Resorts property in the United Arab Emirates following the… Read the full press release

rosewood tanah lot bali and rosewood jakarta scheduled to open 2017

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2013-05-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® has been appointed by Jakarta-based Ciputra Group to manage Rosewood Tanah Lot Bali and Rosewood Jakarta, both scheduled to open 2017.  The two new properties further support Rosewood’s strategic Asia expansion plans, joining Rosewood Beijing opening Autumn 2013 and Rosewood Phuket opening end-2014. Rosewood Tanah Lot Bali will… Read the full press release

PRESS, The Las Vegas Strip’s indoor/outdoor bar, Now Open at Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas

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PRESS, The Strip’s Newest Indoor-Outdoor Social Hub, Now Open at Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas. A selection of “20 Plates & 20 Wines” highlights a seasonal menu featuring hand-crafted speakeasy cocktails, tasty small plates, whimsical desserts and more. 2013-05-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — PRESS, the Las Vegas Strip’s eagerly anticipated indoor/outdoor bar, has opened at Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas. PRESS serves up… Read the full press release

Exclusive MOMMYMOON and AFTERMOON Getaway Experience for Moms and Families

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NEW YORK, 2013-05-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Loews Hotels & Resorts today announced a dual package that caters to new parents and moms. The brand is redefining the babymoon trend with a unique spin on the concept which is available at all participating destinations. The Mommymoon was created for new moms or couples needing a quick escape… Read the full press release

The Spa at Mandarin Oriental presents Miami Yoga & Spa Weekend With Celebrity Instructor Mandy Ingber

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Hong Kong, 2013-05-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — With a focus on health and wellness, The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Miami is delighted to present a Miami Yoga & Spa Weekend from 1-2 June 2013, featuring renowned yoga instructor Mandy Ingber, fitness and wellness advisor to the stars.  Based in Los Angeles, Ms. Ingber has taught the likes of Jennifer Aniston, Brooke Shields,… Read the full press release

Agoda.com: Great Hotel Deals in Malaysia for a trek up Mt. Kinabalu

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2013-05-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), is providing great new deals on hotels in the Malaysian city of Kota Kinabalu to take advantage of high season climbing opportunities on the beautiful and surprisingly accessible Mt. Kinabalu, only 50km from the main city. Although it’s one… Read the full press release

JW Marriott Luxury Brand Heads to the White Sand Beaches of Turks and Caicos

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WESTON, FL, 2013-05-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — World-class luxury hotel brand, JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts, announced today during the Caribbean Hotel and Resort Investment Summit (CHRIS) its plans to open a new 380-room JW Marriott Hotel and Casino which will include 16 residential condos located on the island of Providenciales, Turks and Caicos.  The property will… Read the full press release

The First Property for The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. in Rabat, Morocco

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DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, 2013-05-06 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., the leader in luxury hospitality, has unveiled plans to open its first property in Rabat, the prestigious capital city of the Kingdom of Morocco, bringing the number of hotels currently under development in the brand’s growing North Africa portfolio to three. The owner… Read the full press release

Wyndham Vacation Ownership Revolutionizes Its Sales Practices

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ORLANDO, Fla., 2013-05-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — A well-known innovator in the timeshare industry, Wyndham Vacation Ownership (WVO), the world’s largest vacation ownership company and a member of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE:WYN), is revolutionizing its sales practices by providing every member of its sales force a comprehensive sales tool center on an iPad platform…. Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group signs Crowne Plaza in Newcastle upon Tyne

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2013-05-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) has signed Crowne Plaza Newcastle -Stephenson Quarter to anchor the emerging business district adjacent to Newcastle Central Station. Under the leadership of Newcastle-based developer Silverlink, the 251-room hotel will operate under a management agreement with IHG. Crowne Plaza Newcastle – Stephenson Quarter will stand at the gateway of… Read the full press release

2013 Palm Springs Desert Resorts Restaurant Week

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Palm Springs, CA, 2013-05-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — From chef-owned bistros to elegant poolside eateries, over 30 Palm Springs restaurants will showcase their culinary talents to thousands of foodies during the 6th Annual Palm Springs Desert Resorts Restaurant Week scheduled May 31-June 16, 2013. The Restaurant Week’s signature “Eat. See. Stay.” Experience features dining deals, exclusive hotel packages, and… Read the full press release

Lost $15,000 wedding ring returned to a guest at The Drake Hotel

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CHICAGO, 2013-05-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — A $15,000 wedding ring was returned to a guest after being retrieved by a team member at The Drake Hotel from five tons of garbage in the hotel’s trash compactor. “It feels amazing to have it back on my finger,” said the giddy Jodi Eastgate while showing off the wedding ring she feared she… Read the full press release

PATA pledges the association’s ongoing support for the complete visitor economy

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UNTWO and private sector support goals of the ‘CVE’ Bangkok, 2013-05-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — The PATA CEO Martin Craigs this week wrote to attendees and speakers of the PATA Annual Summit to pledge the association’s ongoing support for the complete visitor economy. The concept of the complete visitor economy was endorsed by private and public sector… Read the full press release

Residence Inn by Marriott kicks off a month-long celebration of moms – Moms’ Month

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Renowned Chef and Lifestyle Expert Cat Cora Named “Resident Mom Of The Year 2013” 2013-05-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Residence Inn by Marriott kicks off a month-long celebration of moms – Moms’ Month – by announcing its Resident Mom of the Year 2013: chef and lifestyle entrepreneur Cat Cora. A prominent figure in the culinary community, Cora… Read the full press release

Todd Cilano appointed Regional Vice President Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

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2013-05-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita to oversee Mauritius, Seychelles and upcoming projects in Africa. Todd Cilano, General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita, has been appointed Regional Vice President by Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, effective May 1, 2013. In this new position, Cilano’s responsibilities will encompass Mauritius, which will… Read the full press release

Morocco – UNWTO and UNDP support new system of classification for tourism accommodation

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Madrid, 2013-05-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — UNWTO, the Government of Morocco and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) signed an agreement to support the Ministry of Tourism of Morocco in the implementation of a new classification system for tourism accommodation establishments. Strengthening the quality of accommodation across all establishments is central to consolidate the competitiveness of Morocco… Read the full press release

Simon Casson to Take the Helm as General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach

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Casson will continue to serve as Regional Vice President when he makes the transition from Doha to Dubai in November this year. 2013-05-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons veteran and thought-leader within the Middle East hospitality industry Simon Casson will take the helm as Regional Vice President and General Manager of Four SeasonsResort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach, when the property opens… Read the full press release

ORIENT-EXPRESS HOTELS INTRODUCES NEW CULTURAL EXPERIENCES AS ITALIAN HOTELS OPEN FOR THE SUMMER SEASON

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2013-05-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Pack your designer sunglasses and this year’s must have swimwear, as some of Italy’s finest hotels have thrown open their doors for the summer season with a host of new cultural experiences. Set in the beautiful towns and cities of Venice, Portofino, Ravello, Taormina and Florence, Orient-Express Hotels Ltd. has launched a… Read the full press release

Give Kids The World and Wyndham Vacation Ownership Partners to Launch “Extreme Village Makeover”

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Calls for support from construction, renovation and design industry professionals Orlando, Fla., 2013-05-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Give Kids The World  (GKTW), a nonprofit “storybook” resort for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families, has teamed up with Wyndham Vacation Ownership (WVO), the world’s largest vacation ownership company and a member of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE:WYN), to… Read the full press release

IHG expands commitment to serving and giving back to military communities

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ATLANTA, GA, 2013-05-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)], one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces plans to expand its portfolio of IHG Army Hotels and celebrates its sustained commitment to serving our military and communities through hospitality. IHG is the exclusive hotel manager and operator of on-post lodging under the… Read the full press release

Marriott International’s Autograph Collection Welcomes Majestic Icon St. Ermin’s Hotel, London

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Exclusive Portfolio of Passionately Independent Hotels Announces Third Hotel in United Kingdom. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, 2013-05-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Autograph Collection (www.autographhotels.com), Marriott International’s (NYSE: MAR) exclusive portfolio of upscale, independent hotels, announced today the debut of the St. Ermin’s Hotel in the Westminster area of London, representing the third Autograph Collection hotel in the… Read the full press release

Experience the essence of longjing at Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake

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2013-05-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hangzhou is no stranger to the elegant fragrance of tea, for it’s the proud home of longjing, a renowned Chinese green tea variety also known as dragon well. And in spring, the best season to have longjing, the city is soaked in its delightful aroma. Widely regarded as the “imperial tea,” this local specialty was loved… Read the full press release

El Wigmore Hall celebrará a Schumann durante todo mayo

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El joven pianista americano Jonathan Biss examina la influencia de Robert Schumann 2013-04-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — En una serie de conciertos en el Wigmore Hall se presentará la inimitable e influyente música de Robert Schumann de la mano de Jonathan Biss con su pasión y profundidad. El aclamado joven pianista, y ardiente representante de Schumann, ha… Read the full press release

GBTA Foundation / Project ICARUS Sustainability Outstanding Achievement Awards for 2013 in Europe

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Project ICARUS is looking to recognise Outstanding Achievements in furthering business travel and meetings sustainability programmes Alexandria, VA, 2013-04-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The GBTA Foundation, the education and research foundation of the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) and Project ICARUS proudly announce the first Project ICARUS European Outstanding Achievement Awards for Sustainability, in business travel and meetings… Read the full press release

Do Not Disturb – Mother’s Day Package at Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay

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2013-04-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — This Mother’s Day weekend, Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay is encouraging mothers to pack their bags and leave the chores behind. Designed to offer the utmost in luxury, style and wanderlust, Manele Bay is offering the ultimate Hawaii resort getaway with the Do Not Disturb – Mother’s Day package. Allow Mom to bask in… Read the full press release

SWISS Selects Expedia Affiliate Network’s Chameleon Hotel Retailing and Smart Cross Sell Platforms to Increase Online Revenues

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London, 2013-04-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Expedia® Affiliate Network (EAN), the private label arm of the world’s largest online travel company, today expands its share of the airline market thanks to a new partnership with Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS). The deal  will see one of Europe’s leading international airlines use EAN’s Chameleon® hotel retailing platform alongside… Read the full press release

Paradise Island Resort & Spa, Maldives is the proud host of the World Travel Awards

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2013-04-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Paradise Island Resort & Spa, Maldives is the proud host of the World Travel Awards (WTA), the most prestigious awards ceremony in the world tourism sector. This debut event would be held on the 12th of May 2013 and is definitely a first for the Maldivian Tourism Industry – first time such… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental, Munich announces the reopening of its fantastic summer venue, the China Moon Roof Terrace

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Hong Kong, 2013-04-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Back by popular demand, Mandarin Oriental, Munich is delighted to announce the reopening of its fantastic summer venue, the China Moon Roof Terrace. The hotel’s Asian-designed China Moon Roof Terrace is one of Munich’s best-kept secrets with a fabulous 360-degree panorama of the city of Munich, the city’s iconic Frauenkirche… Read the full press release

U.S. Travel: Automated I-94 Form Important Step in Modernizing Admissions Process for International Travelers

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Washington, D.C., 2013-04-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The U.S. Travel Association today applauded the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for its rollout of an automated I-94 Arrival/Departure Record, which will make the admissions process for international travelers lawfully visiting the United States more efficient – and will maximize resources for CBP officers at ports of entry – by moving… Read the full press release