Not one, not two, but three awards for Jersey’s luxury hotels

2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Luxury Jersey Hotels group is finishing the year on a high as its members celebrate three coveted industry and consumer awards, reinforcing Jersey’s position as a centre for excellence in hospitality. Grand Jersey’s Executive Head Chef Richard Allen was rewarded with a highly-acclaimed Hotel Catey ‘Chef of the Year’ award this… Read the full press release

LE MEURICE ACCUEILLE LE “PRIX DES PRIX” LITTERAIRES POUR LA DEUXIEME ANNEE CONSECUTIVE

LE MEURICE ACCUEILLE LE "PRIX DES PRIX" LITTERAIRES POUR LA DEUXIEME ANNEE CONSECUTIVE

Le Meurice accueille la deuxième édition du “Prix des Prix” littéraires, initié par Pierre Leroy, ancien membre du Médicis, le 13 décembre prochain 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dernière étape de la saison des prix littéraires, c’est le 13 décembre au soir que le jury du “Prix des Prix”, réuni à l’Hôtel Le Meurice à Paris, choisira… Read the full press release

Exclusive 24 Carat Gold Facial Treatment at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

Exclusive 24 Carat Gold Facial Treatment at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

Introducing a treatment that captures the spirit of Egypt’s ancient past whilst generously fostering present day tranquility Cairo at Nile Plaza, Egypt – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza invites guests to enjoy a precious pampering experience by indulging in the ultimate Anti-Ageing Facial Gold Mask at its trendy Spa and Wellness Centre. One of the… Read the full press release

Hilton Cardiff’s Top Talent Cook Up A Storm

Hilton Cardiff is cooking up a storm thanks to two of its young chefs who have been recognised for their considerable talent in the kitchen. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

CARDIFF, Wales – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Cardiff is cooking up a storm thanks to two of its young chefs who have been recognised for their considerable talent in the kitchen. 29-year-old Eva Zdanska, who joined Hilton Cardiff 12 months ago, took third place in Hilton Worldwide’s European Culinary Challenge 2012, which was hotly contested… Read the full press release

agoda.com presents its Gold Circle Awards celebrating hotel excellence

agoda.com presents its Gold Circle Awards celebrating hotel excellence

2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq: PCLN), has announced the 2012 recipients of its prestigious Gold Circle Awards, recognizing hotels that lead by example in the competitive hospitality industry. Launched in 2009, the awards are given to agoda.com partners who are committed to accommodating the… Read the full press release

Travel Packages and Special Offers Put Spielberg’s LINCOLN in Reach for Visitors to Virginia

Travel Packages and Special Offers Put Spielberg's LINCOLN in Reach for Visitors to Virginia

Hotel offers, Segway tours and the ‘Spielberger’ bring movie buffs to see where LINCOLN was filmed RICHMOND, Va. – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Steven Spielberg’s “LINCOLN,” filmed 100 percent in Virginia, is already a hit at the box office.  New travel packages, tours and special menu items are sure to make Virginia’s LINCOLN Movie Trail a… Read the full press release

Make A Wish Fun Day At Hilton Abu Dhabi

Hilton Abu Dhabi recently invited over 40 children from the Make A Wish Foundation UAE to the hotel for an afternoon filled with fun and games. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

ABU DHABI – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Abu Dhabi recently invited over 40 children from the Make A Wish Foundation UAE to the hotel for an afternoon filled with fun and games. The lively event took place in the Palm Garden and included interactive cooking classes with Hilton chefs, face painting, bouncy castle, magicians, arts… Read the full press release

Ring in the New Year at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

Ring in the New Year at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

Treat taste buds to an exquisite three or five course dinner at Culina, Modern Italian and enjoy the sweet sound of live music at Windows Lounge Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, U.S.A. – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ring in the New Year at Culina, Modern Italian at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills. The first seating, offered from… Read the full press release

King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Centre Managed By Hilton Supports Local Career Day

King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center managed by Hilton, (“KHBTCC”), offered advice and support to over 250 students at Amman Baptist School at their recently held 8th Annual Career Day event. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

DEAD SEA – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center managed by Hilton, (“KHBTCC”), offered advice and support to over 250 students at Amman Baptist School at their recently held 8th Annual Career Day event. Students from the 10th, 11th and 12th grades were given coaching lessons, insights into career options and tips… Read the full press release

New Hampton Inn & Suites/Waterfront-West Homestead Opens in Pittsburgh

New hotel is fourth property Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG) manages in Greater Pittsburgh ATLANTA – 2012-11-28 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG), a privately owned hotel ownership and management group based in Atlanta, today announced the grand opening of the new Hampton Inn & Suites/Waterfront-West Homestead in West Homestead, PA.  The new hotel is the fourth… Read the full press release

New Wyndham Garden Hotel Debuts in Manhattan’s Chinatown

The new 106-room Wyndham Garden Chinatown in New York City offers complimentary high-speed wireless internet access, 24-hour business and fitness centers and an on-site restaurant and lounge.

PARSIPPANY, N.J. – 2012-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company with nearly 7,260 hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), today announced the addition of the new 106-room Wyndham Garden Chinatown in New York City to the Wyndham® Hotels and Resorts portfolio, increasing the upscale hotel brand’s presence in New York City. The opening of… Read the full press release

Hilton Team Members Celebrate Week-Long Community Involvement Programme At Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Resort & Residences and Hilton Dubai Creek

More than 100 team members from Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Resort, Residences, Hilton Dubai Creek and the Hilton Worldwide Regional (MEA) office took their passion for hospitality and service out into the local Dubai community recently in a major celebration drive for Hilton Worldwide's Global Week of Service. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

Thousands of Children in Garhoud’s National Charity School Will Benefit From a Newly Renovated Auditorium & Library DUBAI, UAE – 2012-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — More than 100 team members from Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Resort, Residences, Hilton Dubai Creek and the Hilton Worldwide Regional (MEA) office took their passion for hospitality and service out into the local… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Baku, Azerbaijan Unveils Blue Water Exhibition

Four Seasons Hotel Baku, Azerbaijan Unveils Blue Water Exhibition

Local artists invited to contribute to décor of new hotel Baku, Azerbaijan – 2012-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Conceived as a celebration of local Azeri art, the Blue Water exhibition at Four Seasons Hotel Baku will be presented to invited guests in a special unveiling on November 27, 2012. The project comprises about 100 pieces of visual art, photography and… Read the full press release

The Dorchester’s Jessica Zammar wins Kerstin Florian’s ‘UK Therapist of the Year’ for third year running

The Dorchester’s Jessica Zammar wins Kerstin Florian’s ‘UK Therapist of the Year’ for third year running

2012-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Dorchester is delighted to announce Jessica Zammar, spa therapist at The Dorchester Spa, has been awarded Kerstin Florian’s ‘UK Therapist of the Year’ for the third year running. Karyn Glock, senior therapist at The Dorchester Spa, was announced this year’s runner up, also the third year in a row that one… Read the full press release

Holiday Hotel Happenings At The Drake Hotel

The Drake Hotel has been celebrating the holidays in grand tradition since 1920, complete with festive décor, special events and featured holiday menus. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

Celebrate the Holidays in Grand Tradition with The Drake Hotel CHICAGO – 2012-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Drake Hotel has been celebrating the holidays in grand tradition since 1920, complete with festive décor, special events and featured holiday menus. “The Drake Hotel continues to be an important part of Chicago, woven deep into many lives through… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo Partners with iPhone Case Company Uncommon on New Disconnect to Reconnect Program for Guests

Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo Partners with iPhone Case Company Uncommon on New Disconnect to Reconnect Program for Guests

Guests can take a holiday from technology, reconnect with loved ones and receive a complimentary Costa Rica-style custom iPhone case Costa Rica – 2012-11-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — Do you love your favorite technology devices but want to take a short holiday from them to reconnect with nature, friends, loved ones and yourself? Guests at Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica now… Read the full press release

Wyndham Vacation Rentals® Offers Up to 50 Percent Off During Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Parsippany, NJ. – 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Specials on Select Vacation Rentals Starting as Low as $69 USD Per Night This holiday season, treat yourself or family and friends to a dream beach or ski vacation and save up to 50 percent off your stay with Wyndham Vacation Rentals’® Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals. Wyndham Vacation Rentals, the world’s largest… Read the full press release

Holiday Club Resorts Signs Master Affiliation Agreement with RCI

Kettering, Northampton, U.K. – 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Extension of affiliation agreement reaffirms leading European resort developer’s long-standing relationship with vacation exchange leader Holiday Club Resorts has signed a new agreement with RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange. The Finland-based developer is the largest European timeshare developer, with resorts in Finland, Sweden, mainland Spain and Gran… Read the full press release

New Internet platform for travel agents: www.steigenbergertravelagents.com

Steigenberger Hotel Group New Internet platform for travel agents

2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Steigenberger Hotel Group has launched its own dedicated website for travel agents. Individually tailored hotel offers and information are now available to travel agency and tour operator staff at www.steigenbergertravelagents.com. Good news for travel agents, who have been able to book specially designed offers from the Steigenberger Hotel group since 22… Read the full press release

Chef Luca De Astis’ New Wintry Dishes at Aqua at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus

Chef Luca De Astis' New Wintry Dishes at Aqua at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus

Italian executive sous chef, renews Aqua Restaurant’s menu blending freshest local products with an Italian touch Istanbul at the Bosphorus, Turkey – 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Aqua Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus, inspired by the beautiful Bosphorus, presents its new menu combining seasonal and local vegetables of Turkey with the most loved Italian recipes. With Istanbul’s winter… Read the full press release

BOURBON STEAK at Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC Launches New Seasonal Cocktail Menu Including a Mix of Classic, House and Market Fresh Cocktails

Red Jacket Fizz

Bitters, brandies and bourbons take centre stage in the new cocktail lineup created by Head Bartenders Jamie MacBain and Duane Sylvestre Washington, DC, U.S.A. – 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — BOURBON STEAK at Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC has unveiled a new cocktail menu created by Head Bartenders Jamie MacBain and Duane Sylvestre. Resurrected from an age of skilled sartorialists, the Dandy makes an appearance… Read the full press release

Marriott New Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel to Open in Summer 2013

Project Represents First Renaissance Hotel to Open in Alberta 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) is thrilled to announce the addition of the new Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel to its portfolio in Canada. When opened, the hotel will represent the first Renaissance Hotel to open in Alberta.  Marriott International currently operates 74 hotels… Read the full press release

HYATT ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR A HYATT RESIDENCE CLUB LOCATED ON MAUI’S KA’ANAPALI BEACH

CHICAGO,  2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that an affiliate of the company has formed a joint venture with an affiliate of Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. to develop and operate a 131-unit Hyatt Residence Club resort in Maui, Hawaii on Ka’anapali Beach. A Hyatt affiliate will invest approximately $40 million in… Read the full press release

Christmas and New Year’s Festivities at Four Seasons Hotel Doha

Christmas and New Year's Festivities at Four Seasons Hotel Doha

Family Getaway package, festive meals, sumptuous New Year’s Eve celebration Doha, Qatar – 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Make new holiday memories at Four Seasons Hotel Doha, where festive dining and events bring together family and friends. Discover all of the special events planned at the Hotel throughout the holiday season. Home Sweet Home Should one decide to entertain at… Read the full press release

Ein erfolgreiches Wochenende in London: Hilton Frankfurt Airport räumt mehrere internationale Auszeichnungen ab

Es gibt viel zu feiern für das Hilton Frankfurt Airport. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts

FRANKFURT AM MAIN, Deutschland – 2012-11-26 — /travelprnews.com/ — Es gibt viel zu feiern für das Hilton Frankfurt Airport. Denn das Hotel wurde bei den International Hotel Awards 2012 am vergangenen Wochenende in London gleich mit vier der renommierten Preise ausgezeichnet. Das Mitte Dezember 2011 im futuristischen THE SQUAIRE am Frankfurter Flughafen eröffnete Haus konnte sich… Read the full press release

Meliá Hotels International to open a new Innside by Meliá hotel in a historical building in Essen, Germany

• The hotel company now manages 27 hotels in Germany, 11 under the Innside brand • A high growth brand for a high growth city Palma de Mallorca, 2012-11-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Meliá Hotels International announced today the addition to its portfolio of a new hotel under the urban Innside Hotels brand in Germany. The Innside Essen,… Read the full press release

Paradisus Palma Real and Paradisus Punta Cana Heat up the Holiday Season with Festive Programs and Celebrations

Palma de Mallorca, 2012-11-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Paradisus Palma Real (www.paradisuspalmareal.com) and Paradisus Punta Cana (www.paradisus-puntacana.com) – luxury all-inclusive resortsin the Dominican Republic – are heating up this holiday season by offering guests myriad ways in which to rejoice. Couples and families alike can take advantage of these resorts’ unforgettable Christmas and New Year’scelebrations and activities, as… Read the full press release

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort Announces Christmas Dining Options

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort is celebrating the holiday season with festive spreads that will bring holiday cheer to three restaurants at the resort, and the popular Waikiki Starlight Luau. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

Rainbow Lanai, Tropics Bar & Grill, Bali Steak & Seafood and the Waikiki Starlight Luau Will Offer Special Holiday Menus on Both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day HONOLULU – 2012-11-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort is celebrating the holiday season with festive spreads that will bring holiday cheer to three restaurants at… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou Unveils Its Sky-High Seafood Restaurant on the 100th Floor

Catch at Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou - rendering

Catch features fresh seafood from around the world 2012-11-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — On the 100th floor and crowning International Finance Center (IFC) Guangzhou, Catch at Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou is now open, marking the full opening of the Hotel’s six dining and entertainment venues. As the highest hotel restaurant in Guangzhou, Catch specializes in serving western style seafood cuisines and samples wines… Read the full press release

Hilton Brighton Metropole Welcomes Award-Winning Manager To Waterhouse Bar & Terrace

Hilton Brighton Metropole, situated on Brighton’s famous seafront, is pleased to announce the appointment of Robb Collins as manager of Waterhouse Bar & Terrace. Credit: Hilton Hotels & Resorts

BRIGHTON, England – 2012-11-23 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Brighton Metropole, situated on Brighton’s famous seafront, is pleased to announce the appointment of Robb Collins as manager of Waterhouse Bar & Terrace. Collins brings a wealth of knowledge to his new role, having been voted by the public in September 2012 as Best Bartender at the Brighton… Read the full press release