Category Archives: Luxury

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel joins the exclusive portfolio of Autograph Collection hotels as the group’s first Hawaiian property

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Mauna Kea Beach Hotel To Join Discerning Collection Of Independent Hotels; Celebrates 50th Anniversary Bethesda, Md., 2015-1-23 — /Travel PR News/ — A landmark of luxury on Hawaii Island, Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, joins the exclusive portfolio of Autograph Collection hotels as the group’s first Hawaiian property and the 75th in its global portfolio.  Now celebrating… Read the full press release

Elie Younes becomes Executive Vice President & Chief Development Officer at Rezidor

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Brussels, Belgium, 2015-1-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Rezidor, one of the most dynamic hotel companies worldwide and a member of the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, announces the promotion of Elie Younes to Executive Vice President & Chief Development Officer. Younes, who served as the group’s Senior Vice President & Head of Group Development since December… Read the full press release

Swissotel Hotels & Resorts entered into agreement with Turkish developer Garanti Koza to manage Swissotel Sofia, Bulgaria

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ZURICH, 2015-1-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Swissotel Hotels & Resorts, a leading brand in the FRHI Hotels & Resorts (FRHI) portfolio, today announced that it has entered into an agreement with Turkish developer Garanti Koza to manage Swissotel Sofia, a new flagship property being developed in Bulgaria’s capital. Expected to open in 2018, this fashionable new… Read the full press release

Baglioni Hotel London announced the full renovation of its urban SPA designed by the Milanese Architects Rebosio+Spagnulo

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LONDON, 2015-1-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Baglioni Hotel London is pleased to announce the full renovation of its urban SPA. Designed by the Milanese Architects Rebosio+Spagnulo, Baglioni SPA is the ideal place to relax body and mind and restore well-being for a fully personalized experience. The spa is an exclusive location where warming light, fragrance… Read the full press release

Hilton Worldwide opens second Hilton property in Myanmar – Hilton Ngapali Resort & Spa

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Second Hilton property in Myanmar is located in the country’s popular beach destination MCLEAN, Va. and THANDWE, Myanmar, 2015-1-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Worldwide today announced the opening of Hilton Ngapali Resort & Spa, its second property in Myanmar. Located on the west coast of Myanmar facing the Indian Ocean, Ngapali is one of the most… Read the full press release

Anantara chefs in the Maldives combined their gourmet knowledge to produce a set of 13 Maldivian recipes for a cooking class

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MALDIVES, 2015-1-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Adding to the Anantara range of Spice Spoons cooking classes in Thailand, Bali, Vietnam, and the United Arab Emirates, the chefs at Anantara in the Maldives have combined their gourmet knowledge to produce a set of 13 Maldivian recipes for a cooking class, creating an indigenous culinary journey… Read the full press release

NIYAMA Resort Maldives first to offer the hyaluronic oxygen treatment by Australian brand Intraceuticals in Maldives

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MALDIVES, 2015-1-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Continuing a tradition of trailblazing experiences for guests, NIYAMA, a Per AQUUM Resort is the first and only property in Maldives to offer the hyaluronic oxygen treatment by Australian brand Intraceuticals. Since its launch in 2002, Intraceuticals has become the must-have treatment of celebrities and beauty enthusiasts around… Read the full press release

Italian chef Marco Arlotti to lead Four Seasons Hotel Doha’s signature restaurant Il Teatro

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Italian chef will lead Hotel’s signature restaurant Il Teatro Doha, Qatar, 2015-1-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Doha announces the appointment of Chef Marco Arlotti as Chef de Cuisine at the Hotel’s renowned Italian restaurant Il Teatro.  In his new role, Arlotti will oversee all culinary operations for the 124-seat signature restaurant. “We are… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou’s general manager Bahram Sepahi became the General Manager of the Year at The Hotelier Awards China in Shanghai

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Guangzhou, China, 2015-1-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The Hotelier Awards China was held on December 11, 2014 where Bahram Sepahi of Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou was among the 16 hoteliers to take home one of the accolades. The ceremony, which honours the dedicated professionals of the hotel industry, took place in Shanghai. More than… Read the full press release

Millennium & Copthorne Hotels plc selected Revinate’s SaaS solution for online reputation management across its global portfolio of hotels

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2015-1-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Revinate today announced that Millennium & Copthorne Hotels plc (M&C) has selected Revinate’s SaaS solution for online reputation management across its global portfolio of hotels. M&C will be adopting Revinate’s Online Reputation Management Solution at both the corporate and property levels, emphasizing the hotel group’s commitment to maximizing… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London announces exclusive partnership with French high end luxury Maison Chloé

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Hong Kong, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Capitalising on its position in London’s most fashionable district, Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London is delighted to announce an exclusive partnership with French high end luxury Maison Chloé, as the Spring/Summer 2015 collections arrive in stores, commencing Thursday 12th February 2015.In celebration of London Fashion Week, Mandarin Oriental… Read the full press release

Anantara Veli Resort & Spa Maldives announces 3 day 40% off sale January 9th – 11th, 2015

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MALDIVES, 2015-1-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Book your 2015 Maldives wish list travels with a special 3 day sale on anantara.com January 9th – 11th, 2015. Whether it’s a short getaway or a long holiday amidst the shimmering turquoise waters and dazzling white sands of the Indian Ocean, our Maldives Escapes offer award-winning resorts,… Read the full press release

Hilton Worldwide opens The GWR Tower Rooms and Tower Lounge@Paddington in an exclusive wing of the Hilton London Paddington Hotel

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Hilton Revives Brunel’s Grand Victorian Vision For Great Age Of Travel LONDON, 2015-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — A stunning new venue for business travellers will make its mark in central London on 1 January 2015 with the opening of the GWR Tower Rooms and Tower Lounge@Paddington in an exclusive wing of the Hilton London Paddington Hotel…. Read the full press release

Thailand-based real estate developer Country Group Development (CGD) and Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts announce plan for a luxury hotel and residential project along Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River

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Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River and Four Seasons Private Residences Bangkok at Chao Phraya River to take their place as iconic landmarks on the longest waterfront promenade in Bangkok, covering 35-2-68 rai (approximately 14.2 acres) and 350 metres (1,150 feet) of river frontage The development has been unveiled as Chao Phraya Estate… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh names Marcel Oostenbrink as the new Resort Manager

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Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, 2015-1-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Maria Jagla, General Manager, is pleased to announce the new appointment of Marcel Oostenbrink as the new Resort Manager at Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh. Marcel is a second generation hotelier holding a bachelors degree from the International Hotel School “The Hague” as well as a… Read the full press release

Kurumba Maldives Staff and volunteers help create the largest coral frames in the Maldives

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MALDIVES, 2014-12-29 — /Travel PR News/ — A team of volunteers joined forces with Kurumba staff on Wednesday (December 17) to rescue corals from a land reclamation project and help create the largest coral frames in the Maldives. Thanks to the efforts of the team two massive 20ft coral frames packed with transplanted coral have… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok will be operated by Minor Hotel Group from March 1, 2015 under the brand Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas

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Effective March 1, 2015 Hotel will be operated under Anantara brand Toronto, Canada, 2014-12-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotels Limited (Four Seasons) and the owner of Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok, Minor Hotel Group (MHG), announced today that effective March 1, 2015, MHG will operate the Hotel under its own luxury hospitality brand, Anantara Hotels,… Read the full press release

Meliá Hotels International: TRYP by Wyndham y la fundación Pequeño Deseo se unen esta Navidad para Cumplir Deseos

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Mallorca, España, 2014-12-22 — /Travel PR News/ — TRYP by Wyndham, marca urbana de Meliá Hotels International, se ha unido a la Fundación Pequeño Deseo con el objetivo de lograr que niños con enfermedades crónicas o de mal pronóstico vean cumplidos sus sueños y deseos. Desde el año 2009, Meliá Hotels International cuenta con un… Read the full press release

Marriott International signed up Dubai’s luxurious Habtoor Grand Beach Resort & Spa to its Autograph Collection

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Marriott International’s exclusive portfolio of independent hotels continues growth in world class destinations, makings its entry into the Middle East and Africa continent DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, 2014-12-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc (NASDAQ:MAR) has just signed up Dubai’s luxurious Habtoor Grand Beach Resort & Spa to its Autograph Collection. This represents the… Read the full press release

Marriott International Autograph Collection welcomes two luxurious hotels from the Shahdag Mountain Resort in Azerbaijan into its collection

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Introducing Four Luxury Properties to its Portfolio  Marriott International’s exclusive collection of independent hotels continues rapid growth in world class destinations  LONDON, 2014-12-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc (NASDAQ:MAR) Autograph Collection, an exclusive portfolio of hotels recognised for championing independence, is delighted to announce its entry into Azerbaijan, welcoming two luxurious hotels… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Denver and EDGE Restaurant welcome artist Duke Beardsley as its first “artist in residence” from January 9 to 31, 2015

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Western artist Duke Beardsley creates pop-up studio as Hotel and EDGE host an array of events in January Denver, CO, 2014-12-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Denver and EDGE Restaurant welcome prolific contemporary Western artist Duke Beardsley as its first “artist in residence” from January 9 to 31, 2015. Beardsley will paint from… Read the full press release

Marco Polo Hotels: Newly redesigned The Gateway Hotel introduces complimentary mini bar which will be replenished daily for the entire duration of your stay

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Hong Kong, 2014-12-15 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gateway Hotel introduces a brand new point of view in a 360 degree redesigned property that defines a totally innovative lifestyle design concept. Discover contemporary cool in the fusion of sophisticated touches and stylish comfort found in the 400 newly renovated rooms and suites. The Ultimate… Read the full press release

Carlson Rezidor signs new Radisson Blu hotel at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center in Saudi Arabia’s capital city

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Brussels, Belgium, 2014-12-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Rezidor, one of the largest and most dynamic hotel groups worldwide, further strengthens its portfolio in the Middle East by signing a new Radisson Blu hotel at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center (RICEC) in Saudi Arabia’s capital city. The upper upscale property featuring 200 rooms… Read the full press release

Carlson Rezidor brings Europe’s largest upper upscale brand in up-and-coming Serbian capital with the opening of Radisson Blu Old Mill Hotel, Belgrade

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Brussels, Belgium, 2014-12-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Rezidor, one of the largest and most dynamic hotel groups worldwide, has opened the Radisson Blu Old Mill Hotel, Belgrade – bringing Europe’s largest upper upscale brand, world-class style and sophistication to the vibrant, up-and-coming Serbian capital. “We are delighted to welcome the Radisson Blu Old Mill… Read the full press release

Radisson Blu sponsored UNICEF’s #StopEbola charity dinner in Brussels

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Brussels, Belgium, 2014-12-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson  Blu, one  of the world’s leading hotel brands, sponsored UNICEF”s #StopEbola charity  dinner in Brussels. The charity event, organized by Think  Young and Burson-Marsteller, raised over €7,000 for UNICEF’s  fight against the epidemic of the Ebola Virus Disease. Radisson Blu Hotels & Resorts, together  with Facebook, IBM, Intel… Read the full press release

Carlson Rezidor further strengthens its network in France by announcing the Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa Bordeaux

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Brussels, Belgium, 2014-12-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Rezidor, one of the largest and most  dynamic hotel groups worldwide, further strengthens its network in France by  announcing the Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa Bordeaux. The new urban resort will  feature 125 rooms and a large spa and Balneotherapy area – it is scheduled to  welcome… Read the full press release

Mandarin Oriental now with 11 restaurants with 16 Michelin stars, more than any other hotel group in the world

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Hong Kong, 2014-12-8 — /Travel PR News/ —  Mandarin Oriental hotels have long been renowned for their excellence and innovation in food and beverage, and the Group’s passion for creating memorable dining experiences has once again been recognised, with ten restaurants being honoured in the 2015 Michelin Guides, bringing the current total number of restaurants in… Read the full press release

Marriott International, Inc. opens the AC Hotel New Orleans Bourbon celebrating the official entrée of AC Hotels by Marriott into North America

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Boutique hotel brand celebrates U.S. debut in historic Cotton Exchange building in New Orleans New Orleans, Louisiana, 2014-12-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced today the opening of the AC Hotel New Orleans Bourbon, celebrating the official entrée of AC Hotels by Marriott into North America.  Originally founded in 1998 by renowned Spanish hotelier… Read the full press release

Award winning wildlife and travel photographer Sue Flood to host series of talks and workshops in Myanmar on board Belmond Road to Mandalay and Belmond Orcaella in 2015

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LONDON, 2014-12-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Award winning wildlife and travel photographer, Sue Flood will host a series of talks and workshops in Myanmar on board Belmond Road to Mandalay and Belmond Orcaella in 2015. Sue is the first of a group of experts, from various fields, set to host enriching journeys on board… Read the full press release

New World Hotels & Resorts appointed by Homesign Network to manage New World Kota Kinabalu Hotel scheduled to open in 2018

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HONG KONG, 2014-12-3 — /Travel PR News/ — New World Hotels & Resorts has been appointed by Homesign Network to manage New World Kota Kinabalu Hotel scheduled to open in 2018. The deluxe hotel brand will make its Malaysia debut in grand style, with the hotel occupying the top floors of what will become Kota Kinabalu’s… Read the full press release