Beyond the Garden Gates Tour in Frederick, Maryland 2013-04-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Guests at the Fairfield Inn & Suites Frederick can explore elegant, whimsical and inventive gardens during the 2013 Beyond the Garden Gates Tour in quaint Downtown Frederick. In a town with a rich history, Frederick residents have turned their backyard gardens into public art displays… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Hotels
Agoda.com showcases ten exciting rebranded & refurbished hotels in Paris
2013-04-05 — /travelprnews.com/ — Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), is showcasing ten fantastic hotels in Paris that have undergone recent renovations or rebrandings to offer a new style of convenience and ensure the very best experience during a stay in the City of Lights. Paris, of course, has… Read the full press release
MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH AT ROSEWOOD HOTEL GEORGIA
Vancouver’s Finest Hotel Offers a Special Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet VANCOUVER, BC, 2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — This Mother’s Day, treat the most important woman in your life to a dining experience fit for a queen, at Rosewood Hotel Georgia’s Mother’s Day Brunch. Guests at the brunch can enjoy a fine dining experience amid the splendor of… Read the full press release
The Rembrandt Hotel welcomes newest associates, Executive Chef Jaume Esperalba and Executive Pastry Chef Lionel Bonnaud
2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Chef Jaume is a dedicated and talented chef who possesses true flair and creativity with considerable experience in all cuisines. Before joining the Rembrandt, he has been working as an Executive Chef at five stars, high-end luxury resorts and restaurants around the world including Michelin-stars restaurants Drolma in Barcelona, El Raco de… Read the full press release
HRS and GetThere agree to strategic distribution collaboration
Corporations and hotels gain numerous benefits Cologne, 2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — HRS, the worldwide leading hotel portal for corporate customers, has entered into a distribution agreement with GetThere, a global technology company serving corporations and brand of Sabre. The 250,000 hotels affiliated to HRS will be available by the end of April to GetThere’s global corporate customers… Read the full press release
President of Wyndham Vacation Rentals North America Invited Back as Panelist at Mountain Travel Symposium 2013
Parsippany, N.J., 2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Vacation Rentals®, the world’s largest professionally managed vacation rentals business and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), announced today that Bob Milne, president, Wyndham Vacation Rentals, North America has been invited back to Mountain Travel Symposium (MTS) to participate in a roundtable discussion about direct bookings versus intermediary… Read the full press release
Preferred Hotel Group™ announces launch of its new brand websites
CHICAGO, 2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Preferred Hotel Group™, a global provider of sales, marketing, and distribution services to independent luxury hotels, is pleased to announce the launch of its new brand websites. The appealing visual elements and user-friendly technical structure of www.PreferredHotelGroup.com increase brand visibility, draw qualified traffic, and enhance the customer experience and loyalty for the Preferred Hotel… Read the full press release
New Holiday Inn® New York City – Lower East Side Opens as Area’s First Full-Service Hotel
Hotel Located in Heart of Vibrant Lower East Side Neighborhood ATLANTA, 2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] one of the world’s largest hotel companies announces the opening of the new Holiday Inn® NYC – Lower East Side, in the thriving Lower East Side neighborhood close to major businesses, universities and Manhattan attractions. The… Read the full press release
Opening marks the first Hyatt House hotel in Georgia
CHICAGO, 2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H), Noble Investment Group and Interstate Hotels & Resorts today announce the opening of HYATT houseAtlanta/Cobb Galleria, the first HYATT house hotel in Georgia. The 149-room hotel provides a refreshing new choice for business and leisure travelers looking for the extra space and amenities allowing a space to live, not just… Read the full press release
GBTA Asks DOT Not To Approve IATA Resolution 787
Not Enough Clarity to Assess Buyer Benefit or Harm Alexandria, VA, 2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA)—the voice of the global business travel industry—today filed comments with the Department of Transportation in Application for Approval of an Agreement (Resolution 787) by the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) filing seeking approval of their… Read the full press release
UNWTO hosts meeting of the UN Chief Executives Board
Coinciding with the tenth anniversary of becoming a specialized UN agency, UNWTO hosts the spring meeting of the UN System Chief Executives Board for Coordination (CEB) (Madrid, Spain, 5-6 April 2013). Madrid, 2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — The UN System Chief Executives Board for Coordination (CEB) brings together the executive heads of 29 UN System programmes and specialized… Read the full press release
ADR Growth Continues to Outpace Occupancy Growth for Hotels
Group Bookings Slow in 2013 NEW YORK, 2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hotels continue to see a steady increase in revenue per available room (RevPAR) driven primarily by increases in rate, according to data from the March 2013 TravelClick North American Hospitality Review (NAHR). Occupancy remains steady for the remainder of the year. “Looking forward, we see… Read the full press release
Afternoon Tea time is no longer just for adults with this special children’s tea
Introducing the Georgetown Cupcake Kids Tea in The Bristol Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Boston 2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Weekend Afternoon Tea is a popular weekly tradition in The Bristol Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Boston. Guests select between Four Seasons Tea – served with traditional tea sandwiches and pastries – or the Royal Tea, which also includes a glass of Kir Royale. Now,… Read the full press release
Marriott Caribbean & Mexico Resorts’ “De-Stress for Less” Event Provides Antidote for Tense Travelers
2013-04-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott Caribbean & Mexico Resorts’ “De-Stress for Less” Event Provides Antidote for Tense Travelers During April’s National Stress Awareness Month. NEW YORK – Is America too stressed out? The answer is a resoundingyes, but new research says a vacation provides hope for frazzled folks if they will only take the time to… Read the full press release
UNWTO European Member States debate the way forward for tourism in the region
Madrid, 2013-04-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — UNWTO European Members States, gathered in Çesme, Turkey, for the 55th Meeting of the UNWTO Commission for Europe, debated the state of tourism in the region and the way forward under the current economic situation. Topics on discussion included visa facilitation and the promotion of domestic tourism as means to stimulate growth… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai Invites Families to Celebrate Summer with the New Family Residence Villa Package
Enjoy the perfect summer getaway with time dedicated to parents and kids alike. 2013-04-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — There’s never a better time for a family getaway than summertime. So this year, treat the whole family to a getaway in Chiang Mai, andFour Seasons will ensure that parents and kids alike have their own time to enjoy. The three-night Family Residence… Read the full press release
Hilton Pattaya invites guests to rediscover a unique lunch concept by the sea at Edge Restaurant
Guests Can Indulge In a Range of Delicious Dining Options at This Stylish Restaurant PATTAYA, Thailand, 2013-04-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Pattaya today invited guests to rediscover a unique lunch concept by the sea at Edge Restaurant – featuring an expanded buffet that will offer not only the best of Asia, but also the finest flavours of… Read the full press release
One of the UK’s leading online travel agencies, On the Beach, signs with Travelport
First GDS relationship for leading OTA to drive new hotel, car and flight content Langley, United Kingdom, 2013-04-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Travelport, a leading provider of critical transaction processing solutions and data for the global travel industry, today announces a new agreement with On the Beach, one of the UK’s leading online travel agencies. The agreement is… Read the full press release
App Opens Doors to Marriott Careers in Europe with Real Stories and Opportunities
London, 2013-04-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) is taking its recruitment digital in Europe with a newly launched careers App that is the first of its kind in the hospitality industry. Available in English, French, German and Russian, the new innovative App has been developed in tandem with Evviva Brands following extensive market research… Read the full press release
The Loews Coronado Bay Surf Dog Competition is unleashing the fun with new friends from Unleashed by Petco
This Year’s Event Will Feature More Fun for Families and Fido Than Ever Before San Diego, Calif., 2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Loews Coronado Bay Surf Dog Competition is unleashing the fun with new friends from Unleashed by Petco. Whether catching a wave with a furry friend or seeking fun on the beach with friends and… Read the full press release
Accor announces new appointments within its Sales, Distribution and Loyalty Division
2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Appointments in Accor’s Sales, Distribution and Loyalty Division Carlo Olejniczak appointed Senior Vice-President Global Sales Cédric Gobilliard appointed Senior Vice-President Sales & Distribution France Yves Lacheret appointed Senior Vice-President Business Development Europe Carlo Olejniczak is appointed Senior Vice-President Global Sales Carlo Olejniczak holds a Masters in International Commerce from the University of… Read the full press release
Maldives participates In MITT 2013
2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Maldives is currently taking part in Russia’s largest B2B travel and tourism exhibition, Moscow International Exhibition (MITT 2013) held from 20th to 23rd March 2013. MMPRC together with 44 representatives from 23 companies are participating in this exhibition. This exhibition began with a ministerial Summit. The Minister of Culture, Vladimir Medinskiy, as… Read the full press release
RCI ‘Chips In’ for Worthy Cause as Title Sponsor of 11th Annual RCI Christel House Open
Parsippany, N.J., 2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — RCI®, the global leader in vacation exchange and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), announced today that it will return as the title sponsor of the RCI Christel House Open International Charity Golf Tournament in 2013. This marks the seventh consecutive year that RCI has served as… Read the full press release
Preferred Hotel Group offers World-Class Hotel Spas That Understand Exactly What Guests Need
CHICAGO, 2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — In an increasingly connected world where travelers are always “on,” Preferred Hotel Group™ presents more than 30 hotel spas worldwide that understand exactly what guests need to turn “off.” As spa-goers worldwide continue to shift their intentions from indulgent relaxation to essential health and wellness, these destinations provide on-trend solutions for… Read the full press release
Three Tour Operators To Earn Scholarships for the 2013 Adventure Travel World Summit
Seattle, WA, 2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Providing financial support to early-stage adventure tourism enterprises is the purpose behind the Tour Operator Scholarships launched today by the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) and the legal office of Rome McGuigan, P.C., adventure travel legal specialists. Deserving scholarship winners for 2013 will gain access to the Adventure Travel Trade Association’s global network… Read the full press release
PATA Youth Forum to tap into the industry leaders insights on how consumers find, search and connect to travel in the future
2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Under the theme, “Search, Connect, Experience – the Future of Tourism,” the PATA Youth Forum will tap into the insights of industry leaders on how consumers will find, search and connect to travel in the future. Hosted by the College of Innovation at Thammasat University, the Forum will take place Thursday April 25 at… Read the full press release
Discovery Centre to Open at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, Tanzania
2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — Launching June 2013, the Discovery Centre at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti will allow guests to explore Tanzania’s remarkable wilderness, wildlife, people and culture. Part museum exhibit, part lecture theatre, the Discovery Centre will be the first lodge-based conservation research and education platform in the Serengeti. Visitors will be guided through the Serengeti’s key attributes by the… Read the full press release
Hilton Hotels & Resorts Offers LGBT Travelers New Ways To Go Out As Pride Travel Season Begins
New ‘Stay Hilton. Go Out.’ Package Offers Value At More Than 460 Hotels In Top Gay Destinations Worldwide MCLEAN, Va., 2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — As cities from San Francisco and Toronto to London and Amsterdam prepare for the start of Pride season, Hilton Hotels & Resorts offers added value at more than 460 participating Hilton and Hilton Grand… Read the full press release
JW Marriott Hotels Offer Kids Menu by Keri Glassman — Brings Nutrition, Flavor and Imagination to the Table
Washington, D.C., 2013-04-02 — /travelprnews.com/ — JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts has partnered with nationally recognized nutritionist and author Keri Glassman to create a new JW Kids Menu, helping junior jetsetters build healthy eating habits while traveling and arming them with the skills they need to continue the practice at home. The interactive menu, debuting at… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Houston embraces sustainability and a cleaner world
Introducing a Greener Way at Four Seasons Hotel Houston. Hotel’s commitment to sustainability and a cleaner world. 2013-04-01 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Houston embraces sustainability and appreciates the importance of socially responsible programs to help save lives and protect our planet. That’s why the Hotel has partnered with Clean the World to recycle soaps and bottled amenities from guest rooms… Read the full press release