Category Archives: Luxury

Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort Executive Chef Azizskandar Awang recognized with Chef Hotelier of the Year award

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Bangkok, Thailand, 2018-Jun-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort is delighted to announce that Executive Chef Azizskandar Awang has won the prestigious Chef Hotelier of the Year award at The Hotelier Awards Asia 2018. The fifth annual Hotelier Awards was hosted on 23 May 2018 in Singapore to recognise outstanding professional excellence… Read the full news article

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts to open a new, ultra-luxury hotel in Houston in 2023

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HONG KONG, 2018-Jun-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® has been selected by McNair Interests to manage a new, ultra-luxury hotel in Houston. Set to open in 2023, the hotel will be Rosewood’s second in Texas and their ninth in the United States. Ideally located in the city’s exclusive Uptown District, the hotel… Read the full news article

Viking again honored as “Best Cruise Line for Luxury Ocean Cruises” and “Best Luxury River Cruise Company” by Luxury Travel Advisor Magazine

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Viking Remains Only Cruise Line to Win Both Oceans and Rivers Luxury Categories in “Awards of Excellence” Los Angeles, 2018-Jun-14 — /Travel PR News/ —Viking® (www.vikingruises.com) today (June 11, 2018) announced it has been honored as “Best Cruise Line for Luxury Ocean Cruises” and “Best Luxury River Cruise Company” in Luxury Travel Advisor magazine’s 2018 “Awards of Excellence” for a… Read the full news article

Jumeirah Carlton Tower and Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel launch Summer Family Fun accommodation package including a personal ‘Toy Butler’

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Make the most of the summer in London with a Family Fun Package including a personal ‘Toy Butler’, bespoke box of outdoor toys and British picnic experience London, 2018-Jun-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Jumeirah Carlton Tower and Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel are launching a limited edition Summer Family Fun accommodation package, complete with a ‘Toy Butler’. As well as… Read the full news article

Jumeirah Al Naseem to join the exclusive Virtuoso network

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Virtuoso is an ultra-exclusive network of the world’s finest luxury travel advisors Dubai, 2018-Jun-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Jumeirah Al Naseem, the contemporary beachfront resort nestled in Madinat Jumeirah, with stunning views of Dubai’s Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, has been invited to join the exclusive Virtuoso network – a collection of luxury travel agencies representing… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Amman named Jordan’s Leading Hotel at the 2018 World Travel Awards

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Amman, Jordan, 2018-Jun-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Amman won the coveted title of Jordan’s Leading Hotel at the 2018 World Travel Awards recently held in Ras Al Khaimah.  The World Travel Awards acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence across all key sectors of the travel, tourism and hospitality industries, with the hotel in Amman leading the… Read the full news article

Luxury Travel Advisor again names Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora the Best Luxury Beach Hotel Worldwide

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Bora Bora, French Polynesia, 2018-Jun-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora has again been named the Best Luxury Beach Hotel Worldwide by Luxury Travel Advisor, in their annual Awards of Excellence. The Awards of Excellence recognise companies considered to be the top luxury suppliers in the travel industry. The recipients were honoured at Luxury Travel Advisor’s ULTRA Summit…. Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Tianjin names Julien Carralero as its new General Manager

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Tianjin, China, 2018-Jun-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Tianjin welcomes Julien Carralero as its new General Manager. A seasoned leader in the hospitality industry, Julien’s career with Four Seasons spans over 20 years and includes senior management positions at Four Seasons hotels and resorts in California, Paris, Budapest, and most recently in Baltimore, Maryland. His appointment in Tianjin is his 5th with the company…. Read the full news article

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® to manage a new, ultra-luxury hotel in Houston, set to open in 2023

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HONG KONG, 2018-Jun-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® has been selected by McNair Interests to manage a new, ultra-luxury hotel in Houston. Set to open in 2023, the hotel will be Rosewood’s second in Texas and their ninth in the United States. Ideally located in the city’s exclusive Uptown District, the hotel will… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh promotes Italian Chef Nicola Rossi to Executive Sous Chef

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Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 2018-May-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh announces the promotion of Italian Chef Nicola Rossi, previously Chef de Cuisine, to Executive Sous Chef. Chef Rossi, who graduated from the Istituto Tecnico Luigi Nervi, has more than 15 years of professional culinary experience. Prior to joining Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh, he worked at a… Read the full news article

NOBU LANAI at Four Seasons Resort Lanai names Christopher “Tex” Texeira as Executive Chef

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Hawaii, Lanai, U.S.A, 2018-May-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Executive Chef Christopher “Tex” Texeira brings more than 15 years of culinary experience to NOBU LANAI located at the AAA Five Diamond Four Seasons Resort Lanai, jumping right into the culinary world after high school and attending the KCC Culinary Arts Program on Oahu. Texeira is well versed in Nobu philosophy… Read the full news article

Louis Parsons returns to Four Seasons Safari Lodge as its latest Artist in Residence

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Renowned for delivering “art with soul,” Louis Parsons to return to the Lodge from June 18–28, 2018 Serengeti, Tanzania, 2018-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Wild and untamed, the nature of Serengeti is famous for its ability to stir the soul of so many who visit, making it a compelling destination for creatives such as Louis… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Amman announces the promotion of Saa’d Al Fawadleh to Executive Chef

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Amman, Jordan, 2018-May-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Amman announces the promotion of Saa’d Al Fawadleh to Executive Chef, responsible for overseeing all of the Hotel’s food and beverage operations that include Olea Restaurant, The Foyer Lounge and Five Grill & Lounge, as well as in-room dining and banqueting events. Saa’d has been with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts since… Read the full news article

DINE ANNOUNCES $171 MILLION SELL-OUT OF FOUR SEASONS-BRANDED PRIVATE VILLAS & RESIDENCES AT PUNTA MITA RESORT

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Punta Mita, Mexico  2018-May-14 — /Travel PR News/ —   DINE, one of Mexico’s premier real estate developers and owners of Punta Mita, Mexico’s private, 1,500-acre resort and luxury real estate community on the Riviera Nayarit, is pleased to announce the successful sell-out of the 54 Four Seasons Private Villas and 10 Four Seasons Private… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay appoints Hyung Gyu Kim as Executive Chef

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Bahrain Bay, Bahrain, 2018-May-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay announces the appointment of Hyung Gyu Kim as Executive Chef, effective immediately. Hyung Gyu joins with more than 10 years of experience working in some of the finest restaurants in the world. Most recently, he was executive chef at W Hotel Doha. A seasoned chef, Hyung Gyu… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur announces the appointment of Ashish Sharma as its Head Bartender and Beverage Manager

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Shaking things up – experience the city’s stylish new cocktail culture Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2018-May-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur announces the appointment of Ashish Sharma as the Hotel’s Head Bartender and Beverage Manager.  He will be responsible for overseeing the beverage operations throughout the Hotel’s six restaurants and lounges, banquets and catering events, and in-depth… Read the full news article

Jimmy Wong named Executive Chef of Yun House, Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur’s signature new Chinese restaurant

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30-year veteran Hong Kong chef brings time-honoured Cantonese traditions, dynamic flavours and sophistication to the city’s most coveted new dining destination Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2018-May-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur announces the appointment of Jimmy Wong as Executive Chef of Yun House, the Hotel’s signature new Chinese restaurant set to debut mid-2018. An award-winning chef, Wong’s… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur appoints Junious Dickerson as its Executive Chef

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Veteran chef takes the helm of Kuala Lumpur’s new culinary destination Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2018-May-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur announces the appointment of Junious Dickerson as the Hotel’s Executive Chef.  A 30-year veteran in hospitality, Chef Dickerson is renowned for his innovative style, sustainable practices, and cultivating dynamic food movements. Chef Dickerson is responsible… Read the full news article

Vinod Narayan to lead the opening team of Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2018-May-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur announces the appointment of Vinod Narayan as Hotel Manager of the all-new ultra-luxurious hotel set to debut mid-2018.  A 13-year veteran of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, Narayan brings a wealth of international experience, specialising in luxury hospitality and food and beverage operations. As Hotel Manager, Narayan will… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel Prague names Arpád Szucs as the new Pastry Chef

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Arpád Szucs is whipping up a delicious new pastry and dessert menu for CottoCrudo and The Gallery Prague, Czech Republic, 2018-May-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Hotel Prague has announced the appointment of Arpád Szucs as the new Pastry Chef. Arpád comes to Four Seasons in Prague from Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest. Arpád Szucs is creating a new selection of… Read the full news article

Raffles Hotels & Resorts to debut its first mixed-use property in North America

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Distinguished International Brand Announces Plans for a New Property in the Historic Back Bay Neighborhood of Boston in 2021 PARIS, France, 2018-May-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Illustrious hospitality brand, Raffles Hotels & Resorts, part of AccorHotels, in partnership with hoteliers Gary and Jeffrey Saunders of Saunders Hotel Group and developer Jordan Warshaw of The… Read the full news article

Hilton appoints Martin Rinck as Global Head, Luxury & Lifestyle Group

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International executive to focus on global growth for Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts and Canopy by Hilton MCLEAN, Va., 2018-May-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today named Martin Rinck as Global Head, Luxury & Lifestyle Group. In his new role, Rinck will be responsible for all strategic development, brand innovation… Read the full news article

Reviews Are In for the First Annual Golf Kitchen Punta Mita – And They Are Fabulous!

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Golf Kitchen Punta Mita featured specialty guest chefs from some of the most prestigious international golf clubs and resorts as well as a two-day golf tournament on the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Courses Bahia and Pacifico, recently ranked among Golf Digest’s “Top 100 World’s Greatest Courses.” Photos: download here Punta Mita, Mexico, 2018-May-05 — /Travel… Read the full news article

InterContinental Hotels Group expands its luxury and upscale estate in the UK

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IHG to become largest luxury hotel operator in the UK, deal to include first UK properties for Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants  Denham, United Kingdom, 2018-May-04 — /Travel PR News/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (“IHG”) [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] has today announced plans to expand its luxury and upscale estate in the UK. IHG has entered into a… Read the full news article

Pink Sands Club, Canouan will be renamed to Mandarin Oriental, Canouan this summer — launches two luxury packages

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Hong Kong, 2018-May-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Pink Sands Club, Canouan, which will be rebranded Mandarin Oriental, Canouan this summer has launched two luxury packages. Land & Sea in Luxury – A Yacht Charter and Four Nights in a Two-Bedroom Patio Villa  Experience all Canouan Island and St. Vincent and The Grenadines have to offer… Read the full news article

Royal Wedding Package at Royal Lancaster London

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LONDON, UK, 2018-Apr-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Lancaster London cordially invites you to celebrate the Royal Wedding (19 May 2018) of HRH Prince Harry and Meghan Markle with the grand ‘Royal Wedding’ package, available throughout May 2018. The recently renovated hotel has created the ultimate luxury getaway in the heart of the British… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris Chefs David Bizet and Maxime Frédéric recognized at The 2018 Lebey de la Gastronomie Awards

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Paris, France, 2018-Mar-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The 2018 Lebey de la Gastronomie Awards held in Paris on March 25, 2018 have honoured Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris Chefs David Bizet and Maxime Frédéric. David Bizet won Prix Lebey Kaviari du meilleur poisson ou crustacé (Best Fish or Shellfish) for his la bécasse de la mer à la royale (stewed red mullet, intensified… Read the full news article

Oakwood Premier OUE Singapore recognized with the ‘Best Marketing or Branding Campaign’ award at the Serviced Apartment Awards 2018

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SINGAPORE 2018-Mar-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Reinforcing its position as a leader in the luxury serviced residence space, Oakwood Premier OUE Singapore was recognized for ‘Best Marketing or Branding Campaign’ at the recent Serviced Apartment Awards 2018, on 19 March. Judged by a panel of industry experts, the ‘Best Marketing or Branding Campaign’ award benchmarked… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai announces an evening-long candlelit events and environmental initiatives this Earth Hour

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An evening-long celebration of candles, community and connection Hoi An, Vietnam, 2018-Mar-19 — /Travel PR News/ — This Earth Hour, discover the many shades of green at Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An, Vietnam: a living, breathing ode to Mother Nature from its 4,500 palm trees – 80 percent of the Resort is tropical gardens… Read the full news article

Wharf Hotels launches new experiential packages for Niccolo and Marco Polo Hotels in China, Hong Kong and the Philippines

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Hong Kong, 2018-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Wharf Hotels has launched a series of new offers designed for travellers enjoying different occasions across its 16 Niccolo and Marco Polo Hotels in China, Hong Kong and the Philippines.  Targeting connoisseurs of culture, entrepreneurial leaders and those looking for a romantic escape, the new packages have… Read the full news article