Category Archives: Hotels

Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao Appoints Jan Jansen As Director Of Business Development

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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 news article

Hilton Pattaya Welcomes Leading Chinese MICE Agents

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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 news article

Aw, Shucks: the Lobby Lounge Gets Crackin’ with a New Raw Bar on Friday Nights at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, California

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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 news article

Milestone To Be Celebrated At EIBTM For Hilton London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5

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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 news article

Kevin Speidel Named Area Managing Director For Hilton Worldwide Hotels & Resorts In Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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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 news article

From the Island of the Gods: Enjoy Traditional Balinese Delicacies at San-Qi in Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai

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From the Island of the Gods: Enjoy Traditional Balinese Delicacies at San-Qi in Four Seasons Hotel Mumba

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 news article

Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza Awarded “Best Of The East” By Meetings Focus East

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Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza Awarded “Best Of The East” By Meetings Focus East

CINCINNATI -2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza has been awarded the prestigious “Best of the East” award by Meetings Focus East magazine in its September 2012 issue. For the seventh consecutive year, the hotel has been selected by meeting planners as a top meeting destination in the East. Only 50 properties received this award… Read the full news article

A Fall Break in Florence: Stay Longer and Truffle Hunting Packages at Four Seasons Hotel Firenze

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A Fall Break in Florence: Stay Longer and Truffle Hunting Packages at Four Seasons Hotel Firenze

Three or four nights in Florence to enjoy Tuscany in fall 2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Hotel Firenze celebrates the fall season with the launch of special offers not to be missed for a remarkable stay between October and December, when the gentle weather will render a simple Italian escape a memorable vacation. The Stay Longer Promotion and the Truffle Hunting… Read the full news article

Hailing from Tolaini Estate, Winemaker Pierluigi Tolaini and Chef Davide Canella Celebrate Tuscany’s Traditions with Bountiful Lineup at One-Ninety at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore

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Hailing from Tolaini Estate, Winemaker Pierluigi Tolaini and Chef Davide Canella Celebrate Tuscany's Traditions with Bountiful Lineup at One-Ninety at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore

Special menu events and cooking demonstration November 15-18, 2012 2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Founded by Pierluigi Tolaini, the Tolaini Estate sited in the Montebello and San Giovanni vineyards is renowned for its production of wines embodying Tuscany’s rich traditions. Along with Tolaini and Guest Chef Davide Canella, Four Seasons Hotel Singapore Executive Chef Giovanni Speciale will present a line-up of… Read the full news article

The Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel, a future flagship for the brand, to be refinanced through a management contract

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The hotel will benefit from a €47m renovation plan in 2013/2014 2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — As part of its asset management and restructuring strategy, Accor announces the refinancing of the Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel through a management contract. The Group, which took over the hotel in early 2009 under a fixed lease agreement, will continue to operate the… Read the full news article

Five For Frightening

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Chicagoween’s Franken Plaza Extends to Five Days, October 26-30 2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — When Daley Plaza’s fountain turns a festive shade of orange, it can only mean the return of Franken Plaza, the city’s Halloween celebration presented by UL, which runs five days this year, Friday, October 26 through Tuesday, October 30. Returning once again will… Read the full news article

Dusit Thani Maldives launches special spa menu for kids

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Dusit Thani Maldives launches special spa menu for kids

2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Devarana Spa at the Dusit Thani Maldives has recently launched the special spa programme called “Happiness for the little one” for kids between 6 and 14 years old to enjoy themselves during the stay on paradise island. The extended a la carte menu for kids features five creative treatments offering a play… Read the full news article

NEW WORLD HOTELS SIGNED TO MANAGE NEW WORLD ZHENGZHOU HOTEL OPENING 2015

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2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hong Kong-based New World Hotels has signed an agreement with Henan Shengrun Group to manage New World Zhengzhou Hotel, opening 2015. New World Zhengzhou Hotel will be located in west Zhengzhou, only five minutes from city government offices.  As part of a complex including office buildings, residences and a shopping mall, the… Read the full news article

NEW WORLD HOTELS CONTINUES STRATEGIC EXPANSION IN CHINA WITH TWO NEW PROJECTS OPENING IN 2015

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2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — New World Hotels furthers its expansion plans in China with two new projects in areas of high economic potential opening in 2015.  In all, 14 New World Hotels are in operation or in the pipeline, with a focus on China. Foshan New World Foshan Hotel will be a deluxe city resort located… Read the full news article

WIRED Study Finds Today’s Workers Are More Productive Outside the Office

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WIRED Study Finds Today's Workers Are More Productive Outside the Office

Survey of WIRED community underscores the heightened importance of mobility for an increasingly untethered workforce New York – 2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — The lines between business and leisure are vanishing rapidly according to a recent survey of WIRED’s audience of influencers, conducted in collaboration with Marriott Hotels & Resorts. The study, designed to explore the reality… Read the full news article

Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf & Tennis Resort Completes $6 Million Enhancement Project

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Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf & Tennis Resort Completes $6 Million Enhancement Project

Resort Unveils Revitalized Public Spaces, Redone Tennis Courts, New Restaurant and the Area’s Only Executive Conference Center TUCSON, Ariz. – 2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — The AAA Four Diamond award-winning, Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf & Tennis Resort today announced the completion of a multi-million dollar enhancement project. As part of the updates, guest will be introduced… Read the full news article

Picasso À La Carte Con Hilton Milan

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Picasso À La Carte Con Hilton Milan

In occasione della mostra più attesa dell’anno a Palazzo Reale a Milano, Hilton Milan propone due pacchetti speciali con biglietti d’ingresso e una cena ispirata alle opere del grande Maestro MILANO – 2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Vivere la città ammirando Picasso e godersi l’elevato standard e l’eccellente servizio dell ‘Hilton Milan, gustando una cena ispirata ai… Read the full news article

Hilton Cardiff To Host ‘Groovy Baby Ball’ For Charity

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Hilton Cardiff To Host 'Groovy Baby Ball' For Charity

CARDIFF, Wales – 2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tickets have gone on sale for Hilton Cardiff‘s annual Hilton Foundation Ball, which this year has a retro ’70s theme. The Groovy Baby Ball will be held on Friday, November 9, to fundraise for Hilton in the Community Foundation, which supports local children’s charities in the region. This year… Read the full news article

Hilton Meetings; Det gode møde i nye rammer

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Hilton Meetings; Det gode møde i nye rammer

Hilton Copenhagen Airport afslører mødefaciliteter i elegant, nyt design KØBENHAVN – 2012-10-10 — /travelprnews.com/ —  Hilton Copenhagen Airport slår dørene op for en ny epoke i hotellets historie, som Danmarks ultimative businesshotel. Som en del af Hiltons store satsning ‘Room for the New’ har Hilton Copenhagen Airport forvandlet deres mødefaciliteter ved at opgradere hotellets 15 Hilton Meetings… Read the full news article

Marriott Launches New Ad Campaign for Frequent Business Travelers

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Marriott Launches New Ad Campaign for Frequent Business Travelers

“For You, We’re Marriott” Campaign Welcomes Frequent Business Travelers Across Cultures. 2012-10-9 — /travelprnews.com/ — Global lodging leader, Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) today introduces its newest advertising campaign designed to showcase the breadth of its brands and welcome all frequent business travelers. The  new “For You, We’re Marriott” campaign focuses on African-American, Hispanic and lesbian, gay,… Read the full news article

RyanairHotels.com Now Europe’s Biggest Online Accommodation Website

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OVER 450,000 HOTELS & GUARANTEED LOWEST PRICES FOR RYANAIR PASSENGERS 2012-10-9 — /travelprnews.com/ — Ryanair, Europe’s only ultra-low cost airline, today (9 Oct) announced the addition of 150,000 extra hotels to its ever-growing inventory on RyanairHotels.com website, the ultimate hotel price comparison site, making RyanairHotels.com the biggest online accommodation website in Europe (by number of hotels listed)…. Read the full news article

Guoman Hotel Management Limited Achieves Carbon Trust Standard

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2012-10-9 — /travelprnews.com/ — Guoman Hotel Management (UK) Limited is delighted to be awarded the prestigious Carbon Trust Standard which recognises the approach to saving energy and successfully reducing carbon emissions across all 36 Guoman and Thistle hotels in the UK during the period 2009 to 2011. Guoman Hotel Management (UK) Limited has undertaken and implemented… Read the full news article

The Sentosa Welcomes 2013 in Style

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2012-10-9 — /travelprnews.com/ — The biggest party of the year is around the corner! Usher in the New Year with sumptuous feasts and revel in the joyous occasion at The Sentosa, A Beaufort Hotel. Indulge in a six-course New Year’s Eve dinner ($246 per person) at The Cliff with delectable dishes such as wagyu rib-eye with sautéed… Read the full news article

Wedding Planners explored The World Best Wedding Destination

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Bangkok, 2012-10-9 — /travelprnews.com/ —  Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) New Delhi in cooperation with Thai Airways International; New Delhi recently hosted a 5-day trip ( 15-21 Sept ) to Thailand  (The World  Best Wedding Destination  Awarded 2011  voted by readers of Travel & Leisure )  for the exclusive top wedding planners of India. They  were… Read the full news article

THE CARLYLE, A ROSEWOOD HOTEL ANNOUNCES DATES FOR MADELINE CHILDREN’S TEA SERIES

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Historic property to continue tradition of offering special teas set to the classic storybooks NEW YORK, NY – 2012-10-9 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel announces its new fall and winter line-up for the famous Madeline Tea series. The beloved children’s books will be brought to life by veteran storyteller, Tina de Varon, as… Read the full news article

Hampton by Hilton York Begins Welcoming Guests

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119-room hotel is Hampton Hotels’ 12th location in the United Kingdom YORK, U.K. – 2012-10-9 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hampton Hotels, the global brand of nearly 1,900 mid-priced Hampton Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites, and Hampton by Hilton hotels, today announced the official opening of its latest property, the 119-room Hampton by Hilton York.  Ideally located in the city… Read the full news article

Stay, and Stay Fit – Fairmont Makes Working Out as Easy as a Walk in the Park

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Stay, and Stay Fit - Fairmont Makes Working Out as Easy as a Walk in the Park

Fairmont President’s Club Guests Can Exercise Their Privileges with New Reebok Workout Gear Toronto, 2012-10-9 — /travelprnews.com/ — With a long track record of making it easy for guests to stay lean and mean while traveling, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is bolstering its popular Fairmont Fit program with new fitness gear, running shoes and other sports apparel from… Read the full news article

Hilton Worldwide Launches Special All Inclusive Meetings Offer

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Significant Savings To Be Made At Hotels Across the UK and Europe LONDON – 2012-10-9 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide has launched its first ‘all inclusive’ meetings promotion offering event planners the opportunity to secure one impressive rate for a range of meetings or events for up to 20 delegates. The fixed price offer, which has… Read the full news article

G6 HOSPITALITY, LLC ESTABLISHED AS MANAGEMENT COMPANY FOR MOTEL 6, STUDIO 6 BRANDS

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Dallas, Texas, 12-10-8 — /travelprnews.com/ — Following the successful completion of the acquisition of the Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands by Blackstone Real Estate Partners VII from Accor, the brands will be managed and operated by G6 Hospitality, LLC. The newly-established firm is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, and led by Jim Amorosia, CEO. “G6… Read the full news article

Wingate by Wyndham Hotel Brand Offers Facebook Fans a Chance at $5,000

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Wingate by Wyndham Hotel Brand Offers Facebook Fans a Chance at $5,000

PARSIPPANY, N.J. – 2012-10-8 — /travelprnews.com/ — Looking for some extra fun, pampering or cash this month? Wingate by Wyndham® is offering travelers the chance to earn lots of extras with its newly launched  “Extra Extra Sweepstakes,” which will reward six travelers with weekly giveaways leading up to a grand prize of $5,000. Now through Oct. 28, 2012,… Read the full news article