Dusit Thani Manila Brings Back the Christmas Tree Contest Now On Its 3rd Year Makati, Philippines – 2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — The most-awaited season of the year is just around the corner. Setting the bar higher year after year after year, Dusit Thani Manila is excited to bring its guests another truly memorable and meaningful Christmas celebration… Read the full press release
2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announced the opening of its first IHG Academy programme in Italy, through a collaboration with InterContinental De La Ville Rome and UET Italy, the European University for Tourism. The IHG Academy is a global network of educational and community organisations… Read the full press release
Duncan returns home to the Conejo Valley after working in six Four Seasons hotels and resorts from coast to coast Los Angeles, Westlake Village, U.S.A. – 2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — With 15 years of experience in hospitality, Brent Duncan is the new Director of Catering and Conference Services at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, California near Los Angeles. This new… Read the full press release
The first of its kind in the region from the luxury hotel company Dubai, UAE, 2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC has launched a Double Rewards Promotion for Event Planners throughout the Middle East, the first promotion of its kind for the luxury hotel company in the region. The innovative promotion is part… Read the full press release
Indulge in delectable made-to-order desserts created by Executive Pastry Chef Adam Thomas Los Angeles in Beverly Hills (Beverly Wilshire), U.S.A. – 2012-11-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — This season at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel, Executive Pastry Chef Adam Thomas introduces his special Holiday Treasures menu, available to order as a delicious addition to a festive table, or the perfect party gift…. Read the full press release
Hong Kong, 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Gourmands can indulge this holiday season and ring in 2013 at Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas with a host of deliciously celebratory events. New Year’s Eve With A Gagnaire Twist From December 28, 2012 – January 3, 2013 world renowned Chef Pierre Gagnaire makes a special guest appearance at the Five-Star restaurant… Read the full press release
LONDON – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — This year guests are invited to get Christmas all wrapped up with a gourmet dining package at London Hilton on Park Lane. From intimate office socials to large scale exclusive events, guests will experience all the sparkle and enchantment that makes Christmas so magical at the iconic Park Lane hotel…. Read the full press release
Hawaii, Lana’i at Manele Bay, U.S.A. – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Darren Haley has been named Director of Revenue Management atFour Seasons Resorts Lanai. In his new role, Haley will oversee the reservations department of Manele Bay and The Lodge at Koele to strategically lead the team in revenue-generating practices. “Darren is an excellent addition to the Lanai ‘ ohana,”… Read the full press release
Resort Boasts the Longest Run in the State TUCSON, Ariz. – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf & Tennis Resort has been recognized by the American Automobile Association as a Four Diamond resort for the 29th consecutive year – marking the longest continuous run for any resort or hotel in Arizona. The AAA… Read the full press release
The Spa introduces the new Japanese White Charcoal Massage just in time for holidays, as well as other festive treatments Chicago, U.S.A. – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Whether one has been naughty or nice this year, The Spa atFour Seasons Hotel Chicago introduces a new, innovative massage that will have everyone asking for coal this holiday season. Featuring Sort of Coal products… Read the full press release
Nice, 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Annie-Claire Lamand is the new head of the brigade to the restaurant Essenciel within the Splendid Hotel & Spa. Annie-Claire Lamand at the young age of 31 has honed her skills in several renowned establishments in Paris and in the South of France before founding with her husband her hotel-restaurant La Bastide… Read the full press release
New research from EAN shows airlines could be losing out on ancillary revenue opportunities by only offering basic hotel booking options through their websites London, 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Research released today from Expedia® Affiliate Network (EAN) reveals a golden opportunity for airlines to boost ancillary revenues through enhancing their hotel booking services. The study [i] of 2,000… Read the full press release
The Spa is voted Best Spa in Europe and Best Spa in France Paris, France – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — SpaFinder, considered to be the leading magazine for spas and well being in the US, has published its annual ranking of the best spas in the world for 2012. The annual Reader’ Choice Awards are tabulated according to… Read the full press release
VANCOUVER, BC – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Family friendly travel is effortless at Vancouver’s Rosewood Hotel Georgia, with a thoughtfully created family package and the hotel’s dedicated Rose Buds® program both designed to ensure a unique and memorable experience for every family member. Rosewood Hotel Georgia’s newly launched Rosewood Family Package delivers access to two adjoining deluxe guestrooms… Read the full press release
Bangkok, Thailand – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Rembrandt Hotel is hosting the Simply Scandinavian Festival showcasing Scandinavian food and live Jazz music during November 24th – December 2nd 2012. Rembrandt is glad to welcome the talented Swedish band, Gus Dahlberg Quartet and Deri Rowlands, an amazing live band for the second consecutive year. The Gus Dahlberg Quartet and… Read the full press release
2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — The much-awaited Thai Festival of Lights is a sight to behold. Thai locals set afloat elaborately decorated krathongs or miniature rafts adorned with flowers and candles, waiting to be swept away by the tides. Dubbed “Loy Krathong”, this breathtaking ritual is symbolic of thanksgiving, starting afresh and ushering in good luck. Held… Read the full press release
New signing will take the number of Hilton Worldwide properties in Poland to 15 WARSAW, Poland – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide today announced the signing of a management agreement with S+B Gruppe AG to open a new landmark Hampton by Hilton hotel in Warsaw city centre, which will be the largest of its kind… Read the full press release
Vancouver, Canada – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — The team at YEW restaurant + bar at Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver is extremely proud of the success of the “Bubbles for Bosoms” cocktail sold in support of breast cancer awareness throughout the month of October 2012. Ten percent of the purchase price of each cocktail sold was donated to the… Read the full press release
Manufacturer Unveils First Publicly Available DC Quick Charger on ChargePoint 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Fuji Electric Corporation of America announced today that it has unveiled the first publicly available DC Quick Charger on ChargePoint at the Residence Inn by Marriott in San Juan Capistrano, California. Owned and operated by EV-integrator Evoasis, the 25kW charging station is… Read the full press release
2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) today announced that its board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of thirteen cents ($0.13) per share of common stock. The dividend is payable on December 28, 2012 to shareholders of record on November 23, 2012. Visit Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) for company information. For… Read the full press release
Chef Thompson brings new level of skill in pastry arts to all outlets at urban resort Miami, U.S.A. – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — The creative spirit of recently appointed Pastry Chef Sarah Thompson is already evident throughout the dining venues at Four SeasonsHotel Miami. She oversees the development, creation and execution of breads, pastry and desserts for Edge, Steak & Bar, in-room dining… Read the full press release
Honors Mark Sixth Consecutive Year for Phoenix Resort and 23 Years for Noted Restaurant PHOENIX – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort and its renowned restaurant, Different Pointe of View, have been once again recognized as AAA Four-Diamond establishments during last night’s award ceremony. The ceremony honored Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort for… Read the full press release
It’s almost time for the enchantment of Christmas… 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Le Meurice invites you to spend the very special night of December 24th in the 18th century of splendor of one of its rooms, and make this a Christmas Eve to remember for your children, dressed for the occasion by Jacadi Paris. For the festive… Read the full press release
The first of its kind in the region from the luxury hotel company Dubai, UAE, 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC has launched a Double Rewards Promotion for Event Planners throughout the Middle East, the first promotion of its kind for the luxury hotel company in the region. The innovative promotion is part… Read the full press release
Resort welcomes new culinary innovator for its multiple dining venues Mauritius – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita has named Thierry Papillier as its new Executive Chef. Papillier takes up his new position from the Resort’s sister property, Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza, where his flair for creativity and natural leadership saw… Read the full press release
First Hilton Worldwide Managed Hotel in Lima, Peru Scheduled to Open this Year LIMA, Peru – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Expected to open later this year and already accepting reservations for 2013, the city center 207-room Hilton Lima Miraflores announces an introductory offer to celebrate the anticipated opening of the company’s first managed hotel in Peru… Read the full press release
• $250,000 in immediate relief through the American Red Cross • $250,000 pledged for longer-term recovery • Customers and associates mobilized in the effort 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) and The J. Willard & Alice S. Marriott Foundation, the Marriott family’s private foundation, announced today they will each contribute… Read the full press release
Five-star savvy travellers and the city’s elite flock to the first Four Seasons in China’s capital Beijing, China – 2012-11-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Beijing – since ancient times a centre of learning, achievement and power, more recently host to the world’s greatest sporting festival, and today, the cultural heart of China with its dynamic visual arts movement, rich… Read the full press release
Hong Kong, 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kaoru Izuha, Assistant Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo’s sushi restaurant Sushi SORA, won this year’s prestigious Kikisake-shi (sake sommelier) Category of the Third Kikisake-shi World Championship. Ms Izuha claimed the honour out of 25,000 certified sake sommelier competitors. The Kikisake-shi World Championship, sponsored by the Sake Service Institute, selects the world’s… Read the full press release
Hilton Brighton Metropole Adds Sparkle this Winter with a Selection of Festive Packages LONDON – 2012-11-08 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Brighton Metropole, situated a stone’s throw from Brighton’s beachfront, has launched its winter packages to suit a range of budgets and festive occasions, from a Santa’s Grotto Afternoon Tea to a New Year’s Eve Family Celebration…. Read the full press release