Madrid, 2012-10-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — UNWTO has launched, in cooperation with representatives of leading international, regional and national hotel associations, a Global Partnership for the Hotel Industry aimed to bring the industry together to share best practices and find common positions on issues such as hotel quality, distribution or major consumer trends (Madrid, Spain, October 4, 2012)…. Read the full press release
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Chef Alan Chan, Chinese Executive Chef from Jiang-Nan Chun at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore, Brings Cantonese Flavour to Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake
Chef Chan’s signature dishes presented at Jin Sha October 17-28 2012-10-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — One of China’s eight major cuisines, Cantonese cuisine is known for its unique style and flavour. At the award-winning Jiang-Nan Chun restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore, Chef Alan Chan and his team cook up authentic Cantonese dishes that make the restaurant a must-go. Born and… Read the full press release
ART Restaurant Introduces Bespoke Breakfast Menu at Four Seasons Hotel Seattle
New menu features sweet and savoury customized selections, to-go items and a Brekky Buffet at amazing value 2012-10-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — ART Restaurant’s new menu at Four Seasons Hotel Seattle offers breakfast lovers and power breakfast-goers an assortment of items to start the day off right. ART’s friendly service and warm ambiance is paired with a customizable menu when creating a… Read the full press release
Hilton Worldwide Reinvents Dining at Full Service Hotels
Three New Concepts — Herb n’ Kitchen, Made Market and Brickstones Grill — To Debut in 2013 MCLEAN, Va., 2012-10-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Casual dining is on the rise. According to a recent Mintel survey, sales at quick service restaurants have increased to nearly $30 billion in the past five years. This trend is being echoed throughout… Read the full press release
Marriott Named Top Company for Supplier Diversity
Hotel leader has spent nearly $4 billion with diversity suppliers 2012-10-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — During its Special Awards & Top Regional Companies event, DiversityInchonored Marriott International as the top company for supplier diversity. The company was recognized for demonstrating its strength in four areas– CEO commitment, human capital, corporate and organizational communications and supplier diversity. Over the… Read the full press release
Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando’s Halloween Velvet Sessions with Soul Asylum Set for Thursday, October 25
WHAT: 2012-10-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando’s Velvet Sessions lobby concert series continues in October with Soul Asylum performing hits “Misery,” “Somebody To Shove,” “Black Gold,” “Cartoon,” “Without A Trace,” “I Will Still Be Laughing” and more. Halloween Velvet Sessions at Hard Rock Hotel ###
Nomination to Prix Villégiature Awards 2012
Hotel Puente Romano nominated as Best Resort in Europe 2012 By Villegiature Awards 2012-10-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Villegiature Awards created in 2003 gather a voting Jury composed of 20 international press correspondents and journalists from very famous medias covering all over the world. They reward the best of the best hotels in Europe, in Asia en Africa. The… Read the full press release
KEN NAKANO APPOINTED HEAD CHEF AT ROSEWOOD HOTEL GEORGIA
Talented Vancouver chef joins esteemed culinary team at historic hotel VANCOUVER, BC – 2012-10-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Rosewood Hotel Georgia, Vancouver’s most historic hotel, is delighted to announce the appointment of Chef Ken Nakano as Head Chef responsible for directing the hotel’s five in-house dining elements Reflections, Room Service, Banqueting, 1927 and Prohibition. Chef Ken Nakano… Read the full press release
Entrepreneur Magazine Ranks Hampton Hotels as Top Global Franchise
Hampton Hotels earns No. 1 franchise spot based on size, growth and financial strength MCLEAN, Va. – 2012-10-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hampton Hotels today announced that it has been named the top global franchise by Entrepreneur magazine out of 200 franchisors listed in the publication’s October issue. The international ranking follows two consecutive years as the No. 1 franchise… Read the full press release
JW Marriott Resorts Portfolio Christens October as Culinary Month With First-Ever Online Cookbook & Dessert Specials
Ten Resorts in U.S. & Mexico Offer Easy to Make Regionally-Inspired Recipes & All Resorts Will Feature Specially-Priced “Throwback” Desserts. 2012-10-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — October is known as Cook Book Month and National Dessert Month and to celebrate, the JW Marriott Resort Portfolio has launched its own Culinary Month across the collection of ten JW Marriott… Read the full press release
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Teams Up with US Club Soccer
CHARLESTON, S.C.- 2012-10-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — US Club Soccer members score a win today with the announcement of the organization’s exciting new partnership with Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott. As the official hotel of US Club Soccer, Fairfield Inn & Suites will be the preferred brand for all of US Club Soccer’s national and regional… Read the full press release
SWISSÔTEL HOTELS & RESORTS EXPANDS IN CHINA WITH A NEW DELUXE HOTEL IN CHANGSHA
ZURICH, 2012-10-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — The international hotel group Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts continues to expand its portfolio in China. The future deluxe hotel will be located in Changsha, the capital of Hunan Province and the transportation hub in southcentral China. Swissôtel Changsha will be part of a mixed-use development featuring a Grade A office tower,… Read the full press release
Wyndham Hotel Group Announces 16 Hotels in India and Indonesia
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham brand introduced into India HONG KONG, 2012-10-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company with over 7,170 hotels and a part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), today signed deals for 16 hotels throughout India and Indonesia and announced the launch of the extended stay Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham® brand in… Read the full press release
Marriott’s Deals of the Week
Say Aloha to 55% Savings in Hawaii 2012-10-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Say goodbye to the work week and hello to a fall Hawaiian vacation. Hawaii’s swaying palms, golden sunsets, spectacular beaches and unique culture truly define paradise. For a limited time, guests can enjoy four nights in Hawaii with round-trip airfare from just $549 and… Read the full press release
Gather Around the Kitchen Table at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta
Park 75 invites diners to pull up a chair inside the kitchen 2012-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Guests of Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta have enjoyed fabulous meals at Park 75 restaurant, or perhaps have ventured into the kitchen for the acclaimed Chef’s Table, but this fall Park 75 will issue ultimate insider’s invite. Executive Chef Robert Gerstenecker invites guests to lose the tie,… Read the full press release
Streghe e Fantasmi Al Party Di Halloween Dell’ Hilton Molino Stucky Venice
VENEZIA – 2012-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lo Skyline Rooftop Bar all’ottavo piano dell’ Hilton Molino Stucky Venice, l’elegante hotel del Gruppo Hilton situato sull’isola della Giudecca, propone per la notte del 31 ottobre una festa incredibile tra spiriti, mummie e fiumi di “bloody drink”! Il locale alla moda del prestigioso Hotel Hilton, offrirà un’esperienza ai confini della… Read the full press release
HYATT HOTELS CORPORATION RANKS #25 ON 2012 INFORMATIONWEEK 500
Hyatt recognized as one of the most technologically innovative companies CHICAGO, 2012-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that it ranked 25th on this year’s InformationWeek 500, a list of the top technology innovators in the U.S. The annual list was revealed on September 11 at the InformationWeek 500 Conference gala awards ceremony. “For… Read the full press release
Ignite the Spark: Four Seasons Resort Vail Offers Romantic Escape for Couples Who Crave Time Away Together
Love abounds at properties around the world, including a romantic escape in Vail 2012-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Couples are invited to step away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and rediscover each other withFour Seasons Hotels and Resorts this fall.Four Seasons has announced a new campaign, The Spark, featuring highly romantic experiences for two. “Four Seasons has always been… Read the full press release
Sun, Sand and Spa – Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui, Thailand Launches The Beach Spa
Simple, natural treatments using local ingredients now available in a quiet, private corner of the white sand beach Koh Samui, Thailand, 2012-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Imagine lying in the shade of majestic palms, a warm ocean breeze blowing, cocooned in deep relaxation as a talented Spa therapist gently heals tired muscles with a soothing natural coconut oil massage. Sounds pretty… Read the full press release
Celebrate the Festive Season in Asia’s Most Dynamic City with Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok
Festive Season Package offers guests even more reasons to visit Bangkok for the holidays 2012-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Whether looking to splurge on some Christmas shopping, celebrate the New Year countdown at one of the season’s hottest parties, share the festive spirit with the whole family, or simply retreat to the Spa for some “me time,” Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok… Read the full press release
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. Adds to Caribbean Presence with Exclusive Resort in Aruba
The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba: Set for 2013 opening MIAMI, Fl. — 2012-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is pleased to unveil plans for The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba, an exclusive 320-room oceanfront resort situated on the Caribbean island’s famed Palm Beach. Ushering in a new level of elegance in accommodations and amenities to the island, the grand resort… Read the full press release
Business and Leisure Travelers Book Hotel Rooms Further in Advance
AVERAGE DAILY RATES CONTINUE TO SHOW INCREASES AS Q3 2012 COMES TO A CLOSE NEW YORK – 2012-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — A detailed analysis of the hotel reservations has revealed that individual business and leisure travelers are making hotel reservations further in advance, indicating that they have a higher price tolerance and are planning further ahead…. Read the full press release
Hilton Pattaya Welcomes Her Royal Highness Princess Soamsawali
PATTAYA, Thailand – 2012-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Her Royal Highness Princess Soamsawali graciously visited the luxurious Hilton Pattaya recently. About Hilton Pattaya Unique by design and centrally located, Hilton Pattaya rises 34 levels above CentralFestival Pattaya Beach, South East Asia’s largest beachfront shopping complex, with spectacular views North and South over Pattaya Bay and the Gulf… Read the full press release
Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore Presents Food and Wine Enthusiasts with Extreme Culinary Adventures
Gourmet Getaway Package offers special experiences at Wit & Wisdom, PABU and LAMILL COFFEE Baltimore, U.S.A. – 2012-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Foodies and aspiring gastronomes will enjoy the perfect escape this fall and winter with a Gourmet Getaway or Epicurean Immersion Experience at celebrity chef Michael Mina’s Baltimore restaurants. Gourmet Getaway With discerning gourmands in mind, Four… Read the full press release
Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao Appoints Jan Jansen As Director Of Business Development
SHANGHAI – 2012-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao today announced the appointment of Jan Jansen as Director of Business Development. Brice Pean, general manager, Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao, said, “Jan is highly qualified in hotel management and comes to us with valuable experience in business development. We look forward to Jan’s contribution in expanding our business in… Read the full press release
Hilton Pattaya Welcomes Leading Chinese MICE Agents
Well-designed Hotel Helps Boost Pattaya, Thailand’s First Beach Resort, Positioning as An Ideal Events and MICE Destination PATTAYA, Thailand – 2012-10-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The award-winning, upscale Hilton Pattaya recently warmly welcomed leading MICE agents from China lead by CYTS M.I.C.E Service Co., LTD at stunning lobby on level 16. Pictured above with Chinese MICE agents:… Read the full press release
Aw, Shucks: the Lobby Lounge Gets Crackin’ with a New Raw Bar on Friday Nights at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, California
Chefs shuck and serve fresh oysters, shrimp, king crab legs and more on a Pacific-to-platter style menu 2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — It’s time to get crackin’ on Friday nights with a new Raw Bar menu in the Lobby Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, California. Chefs serve fresh seafood from the centre of the Lobby Lounge, where heaping presentations… Read the full press release
Milestone To Be Celebrated At EIBTM For Hilton London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
LONDON – 2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 will be exhibiting at this year’s EIBTM in Barcelona. Hilton London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 will be targeting large conferences and events which will be able to take advantage of its 1,474m2 conference and banqueting wing for up to 1,170 delegates, dedicated entrance and… Read the full press release
Kevin Speidel Named Area Managing Director For Hilton Worldwide Hotels & Resorts In Fort Lauderdale, Florida
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – 2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kevin Speidel has been named area managing director for Hilton Worldwide Hotels & Resorts in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, according to Ted Ratcliff, senior vice president, operations US Eastern region for Hilton Worldwide. A 25-year veteran of the hospitality industry, Speidel most recently served as managing director for two… Read the full press release
From the Island of the Gods: Enjoy Traditional Balinese Delicacies at San-Qi in Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai
Guest Chef Arcana Gede brings his secrets to San-Qi this October 2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — The rich history of Bali has transformed its many Asian influences into a wholesome, delectable cuisine. Now, from the tropical paradise of Ubud in Bali, Chef Arcana Gede brings authentic Indonesian flavours to Mumbai. Gado-gado, mie goreng and bubur injin all feature in his special… Read the full press release