2013-03-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tourism Australia today confirmed that it has already received more a quarter of a million ‘job applications’ since unveiling its ‘Best Jobs in the World’ competition just one week ago. A total of 275,000 expressions of interest have been submitted by 150,000 individuals from 196 countries in the seven days since the… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Hotels
Holiday Inn Express® Hotels Open First Property in Veracruz, Mexico
IHG® position strengthens as a strong hospitality leader in Veracruz Boca del Río, Veracruz, Mexico, 2013-03-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)], one of world’s leading global hotel companies, and Grupo Hotelero Latinoamérica, announce the opening of the Holiday Inn Express®Veracruz Boca del Rio. This is the sixth IHG-branded hotel in this… Read the full press release
GBTA Forecasts a Return To Double Digit Growth for Brazil’s Business Travel Spend In 2013
Brazil Currently Ranks 8th in the Business Travel Global Index Sao Paulo, Brazil, 2013-03-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Global Business Travel Association (“GBTA”), the world’s premier business travel and corporate meetings organization, has released its latest GBTA BTI™ Outlook report on Brazil as part of its semiannual series. Sponsored by Visa, key highlights include: GBTA BTI™… Read the full press release
Introducing Bar Bite Nights in The Bristol Lounge Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Boston
The perfect kick-off to the evening: complimentary nibbles from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. 2013-03-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — This April, The Bristol Lounge Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Boston is giving Bostonians and guests a reason to smile – Bar Bite Nights: complimentary bar snacks between 4:00 and 6:00 pm every Sunday, Monday and Tuesday night starting on April 1,… Read the full press release
Not Your Father’s Wine Dinner at Four Seasons Hotel Seattle
Progressive wine-pairing experience with Tuscany’s Marchesi Antinori and Chateau Ste. Michelle’s Col Solare. 2013-03-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — In a departure from traditional wine dinners, ART Restaurant’s manager Jorge Castillo and Chef Jelle Vandenbrouke have prepared a progressive-style dinner on Friday, March 29, 2013 with winemaker Marcus Notaro of Col Solare Winery. Instead of the typical sit-down dinner and wine-pairing menu,… Read the full press release
Spend Precious Moments with Loved Ones at Raffles Praslin Seychelles this Easter Holiday
Culinary treats, children’s activities, Easter chocolate scrub at Raffles Spa Complimentary nights in paradise 2013-03-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — For a memorable Easter getaway, the luxury beach resort Raffles Praslin Seychelles presents activities for the whole family and an attractive offer with complimentary night(s). Amidst stunning surroundings with pristine beaches, sparkling ocean waters and dramatic rock formations,… Read the full press release
LAS VEGAS ROLLS OUT THE RED CARPET FOR COUNTRY MUSIC FANS APRIL 5-8 FOR “THE WEEK VEGAS GOES COUNTRY®”
LAS VEGAS, 2013-03-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — For one fun-filled weekend, fans will find the hottest names in country music on-stage and up-close and personal in the Entertainment Capital of the World for “The Week Vegas Goes Country.” From free concerts to celebrity meet-and-greets, four days of fan-focused events lend to the excitement leading up to the 48th Annual… Read the full press release
Openings in Alabama and Kansas Help the Candlewood Suites® Brand Surpass 300th Hotel Milestone
Extended stay brand comes full circle with new hotel in the same state where brand launched in 1996 ATLANTA, 2013-03-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)], one of the world’s leading global hotel companies, announces a major milestone for Candlewood Suites® hotels as the brand celebrates the opening of two new… Read the full press release
Luxury, Comfort and High-Quality Service Come Together in Affiliation Between The Registry Collection® and Grand Residences by Royal Resorts®
Mexico City, 2013-03-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Registry Collection®, the largest luxury exchange program in the world, today announced its new affiliation agreement with Grand Residences by Royal Resorts®, part of the prestigious resort chain Royal Resorts®, one of the world’s leading pioneer companies in the vacation ownership industry, and in the tourism industry in Mexico. The Registry… Read the full press release
A LEGEND TURNS 100 AGAIN! THE TAJ GROUP LAUNCHES ITS 100TH HOTEL IN INDIA
Gurgaon, 2013-03-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Taj Group, India’s largest hospitality group, today announced the launch of its 100th hotel in India with Vivanta by Taj, in the Millennium City of Gurgaon. The Group has 117 hotels globally. This takes the overall portfolio of Vivanta by Taj – Hotels & Resorts to 26 hotels. Keeping in… Read the full press release
Warwick International Hotels further expands in the Middle East – Palm Beach Hotel joins the Collection
2013-03-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — WIH’s development strategy in the Middle East is through selective management contracts. Warwick is pleased to announce it has entered into a new management contract with the owners of the Palm Beach Hotel, facing Zeituna Bay, situated in the middle of the business and shopping district of Beirut, the capital city of… Read the full press release
Body & Soul Journeys at Raffles Praslin Seychelles
2013-03-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — A tailor-made wellness experience to leave transformed and rejuvenated Spring 2013 sees the start of tailor-made Body & Soul Journeys at Raffles Praslin Seychelles. Designed for total wellness and relaxation, the journeys will pay careful attention to both physical and spiritual elements of the individual. Beginning with a wellness drink and a… Read the full press release
Experience true Five Star luxury at Mandarin Oriental, Singapore
2013-03-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — A Five Star Celebration With Mandarin Oriental, Singapore. This is the only hotel in the city to receive the Forbes Five Star designation in both hotel and spa categories in the prestigious Forbes Travel Guide for two consecutive years (2012 and 2013). In recognition of this accolade, the hotel is offering a… Read the full press release
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal Opens
ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, 2013-03-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — After much anticipation, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal has opened its doors today. The 532-room luxury resort is the first Ritz-Carlton in Abu Dhabi and the ninth property in the Middle East for the luxury hotel operator. Inspired by 15th to early 17th century Renaissance architecture… Read the full press release
Hilton Surfers Paradise Launches ‘What Kids Want’ Holiday Survey
SURFERS PARADISE, QLD, Australia, 2013-03-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — In the lead up to the Easter school holiday period Hilton Surfers Paradise has launched a national survey aimed at gaining feedback from children on their ideal holiday experience. The survey researches a range of topics including preferred holiday destinations, special arrival features, room features, favoured meal selections, and what… Read the full press release
Magnolia Hotel Omaha Named 2012 “Property of the Year” in Stout Street Hospitality Collection
Denver, Colo., 2013-03-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Leigh Hitz, president and chief operating officer for Stout Street Hospitality, today announced that Magnolia Hotel Omaha was recently named the company’s 2012 “Property of the Year.” The award was granted based on a combination of factors including guest service scores, employee satisfaction and retention, property revenue and more. “We… Read the full press release
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a Four Square Dinner at Four Seasons Hotel Dublin
2013-03-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — This year why not follow up St. Patrick’s Day festivities with a visit to Seasons Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Dublin for a St. Patrick’s Four Square Dinner – four tempting dishes served at the same time, the perfect way to round-off the city celebrations? Executive Chef Terry White has created a feast of the best of Irish cuisine with… Read the full press release
Inner Maldives Holidays Launches Innovative Anaglyph 3D Maldives Resorts Brochure at ITB Berlin
2013-03-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Inner Maldives Holidays announces the launch of first ever Anaglyph 3D tourism hotels brochure of the Maldives at ITB Berlin this year. This is perhaps the first of its sort on print format that’s been used for promotion of Tourism industry anywhere. ITB Berlin which is considered the grandest stage of the… Read the full press release
Loews Hotels Offers Spring Savings For Online Shoppers
Daylight Savings Means Guests Enjoy up to 40 Percent Off Rates and Free In-Room Internet Access at all Loews Destinations NEW YORK, NY, 2013-03-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Spring is upon us and Loews Hotels & Resorts is reminding shoppers to set their clocks for savings! Lose an hour and save a bundle with the Cyber Spring… Read the full press release
Two “Egg”cellent Easter Brunch Options at Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis
2013-03-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — With two delicious brunch options, children’s activities, live piano music, chocolate sculptures and beautiful floral displays, things are definitely going to be “hopping” at Four SeasonsHotel St. Louis on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2013. Easter brunch in the 6th floor ballroom features more than 50 delectable delicacies, including an omelet station, fresh fruit, smoked salmon,… Read the full press release
EL Questro Wilderness Park Re-Opens For the 2013 Season
Australia, 2013-03-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — One of Australia’s most spectacular destinations, El Questro Wilderness Park, will re-open its gates again from 29 March 2013 to welcome visitors to the magnificent Kimberley region in far north Western Australia. Re-emerging after the glorious annual wet season El Questro Homestead will re-open on 29 March, followed by The Station on… Read the full press release
Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C. Celebrates Cherry Blossom Festival In The U.S. Capital
Hong Kong, 2013-03-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — On the heels of the centennial celebration of the original gift of 3,000 cherry trees from the city of Tokyo to the people of Washington, DC, Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C. is offering its Cherry Blossom Bloom package. Starting at USD 395, the package includes: Overnight accommodation in a Deluxe room Buffet breakfast for… Read the full press release
Hilton Pattaya Presents ‘Celebrate Traditional Tastes With Flare’ At Flare Restaurant
PATTAYA, Thailand, 2013-03-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Pattaya has introduced a fresh, new menu at its Flare restaurant that would feature the authentic taste of Thai cuisine. The new menu is available from Friday 1 March 2013. Guests will enjoy flavors traditionally found in rural Thai kitchens that have been combined with the finest products sourced from… Read the full press release
Enjoy Gourmet Easter Delights At Mandarin Oriental, Paris
Hong Kong, 2013-03-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Paris is delighted to announce a delicious seasonal menu available exclusively at Camélia to enjoy with friends and family this Easter. This unique gourmet menu, created by Michelin star chef Thierry Marx and his team at Camélia, includes mouth-watering dishes using Easter’s best known ingredients such as ‘Asparagus from Mallemort… Read the full press release
THE CARLYLE, A ROSEWOOD HOTEL ANNOUNCES NEW LITERARY LUNCHEON SERIES, “IN CONVERSATION AT THE CARLYLE”
New York, NY, 2013-03-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel, in conjunction with Random House Publishing Group, announces a new luncheon and literary series at the famed property. Each In Conversation at The Carlyle event includes a three-course lunch followed by an intimate chat with each prestigious author and a signed personalized copy of… Read the full press release
Find Fun For Your Family in Hershey, Pennsylvania
Hershey, PA, 2013-03-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Whether your family seeks thrills and chills, cocoa baths, ‘sweet’ history, four-star, four-diamond dining and accommodations, Hershey, PA, is the place for everyone to enjoy their own brand of fun and experience it all…together. “Families live farther from each other now than in the past, so traveling together is often… Read the full press release
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Hotels Reward Fans for Sticking to Resolutions
PARSIPPANY, N.J., 2013-03-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — With 2013 in full swing, many may have long abandoned their New Year’s resolutions. For those still determined to keep up, Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham® is offering one million reasons to persevere with its “Stick to your Resolution” sweepstakes, awarding winners up to one million Wyndham Rewards® loyalty points redeemable… Read the full press release
Holiday Inn Express® Philadelphia E – Penn’s Landing Opens Near Historic City Sights
New Hotel Features Fresh Appearance Following Multimillion-Dollar Conversion ATLANTA, 2013-03-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] one of the world’s leading global hotel companies announces the opening of the new Holiday Inn Express® Philadelphia E – Penn’s Landing, within walking distance of Philadelphia’s historic district and downtown. The new Holiday Inn Express hotel… Read the full press release
PATA: 2012 Was a Record Year for Asia/Pacific Tourism
BANGKOK, 2013-03-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — Asia and the Pacific continued as a hot spot for international tourism in 2012, attracting what is expected to be in excess of 350 million international visitor arrivals, expanding its collective inbound count by more than 5% and generating more than 18 million additional foreign visits, year-on-year. This is according to… Read the full press release
Rate Remains Key Driver of Growth for Hotels in 2013
NEW YORK, 2013-03-07 — /travelprnews.com/ — While demand for hotel rooms continues to see moderate growth across all segments , average daily rate (ADR) continues to be the main driver of growth for hotels in 2013, according to data from the February 2013 TravelClick North American Hospitality Review (NAHR). “Based on TravelClick data, while committed occupancy… Read the full press release