New Technologies to Make the Job Search Easier 2012-12-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International is making it easier for job seekers to find employment at its thousands of hotels and businesses worldwide. Today, Marriott launched the new “Marriott, Where I Belong” campaign. The campaign features real associates and highlights what it feels like to work for… Read the full news article
Guest Room Renovation Expected to Be Completed by January 5, 2013 LOS ANGELES – 2012-12-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — “The renovation will add the sophisticated yet warm, relaxing touches that are so important to our travelers,” said Grant Coonley, general manager, Hilton Los Angeles Airport. The redesign of all guest rooms feature stylish touches such as new,… Read the full news article
2012-12-18 — /travelprnews.com/ — Company cites strong local economies, growing middle class and an uptick in travel to and from the region as reasons for increased interest. Recognizing the increasing importance of the Caribbean and Latin America as a destination and source market for its portfolio of hotels, Marriott International (NYSE:MAR) has named company veteran Craig… Read the full news article
Back by popular demand, Coworth Park Kitchen Masterclasses offer a variety of seasonal cookery lessons available throughout the year. 2012-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Coworth Park, Dorchester Collection’s country house hotel and spa in Berkshire, is welcoming back food aficionados to explore their passion for food and cooking in 2013 with the hotel’s range of Kitchen Masterclasses…. Read the full news article
Festive menus in One-Ninety and The Bar and Alfresco also impart the season’s traditions Singapore – 2012-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Steeped in symbolism in keeping with the traditions of the lunar new year, reunion feasts and prosperity goodies created by Jiang-Nan Chun Chef Alan Chan and his team await families ushering in the Year of the Snake starting January… Read the full news article
Hilton Austin & The Gingerbread House Project AUSTIN, Texas – 2012-12-17 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Austin believes there is no better way to spread holiday cheer than by bringing a special holiday event to the patients at Dell Children’s Medical Center. As part of the annual event, the pastry team will create 20 special gingerbread houses… Read the full news article
PATTAYA, Thailand – 2012-12-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Pattaya today marked its second birthday anniversary by donating THB 66,930 to Human Help Network Foundation Thailand in support of their efforts in assisting underprivileged children in Thailand. “In line with our commitment to be a dynamic hub for all travelers and give back to our local community,… Read the full news article
An Evening of Innovative & Interactive Cultural Experiences with Critically Acclaimed Artist Todd McLellan and DJ KISS. 2012-12-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott Hotels & Resorts, the signature brand of Marriott International, and WIRED, hosted Collective ReMix on Thursday, December 13, at the WIRED Store in New York City. Marriott Hotels & Resorts and WIRED curated… Read the full news article
95-room property brings Hamptonality to Pennsylvania LIMERICK, Pa. – 2012-12-15 — /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 newest property, the 95-room Hampton Inn Limerick located at 430 Linfield Trappe Road. “Hampton combines quality, innovation,… Read the full news article
Hong Kong, 2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mandarin Oriental, Paris is delighted to offer a new romantic package, inviting guests to celebrate Valentine’s Day in the beautiful City of Lights. Guests may spoil their Valentine with a luxurious stay at Mandarin Oriental, Paris, beginning with a chilled bottle of Champagne and a bed adorned with rose petals upon… Read the full news article
A new service for loyalty program members 2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — For its 10 million members, Le Club Accorhotels, the Accor Group’s loyalty program, is now available on FidMe and Passbook, two mobile cardholder applications that allow users to store all their loyalty cards on their mobile phones. FidMe, developed by Snapp, is available on all mobile operating… Read the full news article
DoubleTree by Hilton Istanbul – Avcilar Becomes Upscale Brand’s Latest Istanbul Addition with Locations in the Historic Old Town, Moda on the Asian side, and now Avcilar. ISTANBUL – 2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — DoubleTree by Hilton has announced the opening of its fifth hotel in Turkey, in the Avcilar district of Istanbul. DoubleTree by Hilton Istanbul… Read the full news article
Brand Maintains No. 1 Spot Through Continued Growth, Stability and Passion Among Owners MCLEAN, Va. – 2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hampton Hotels (www.hampton.com), the international brand of nearly 1,900 mid-priced Hampton Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites and Hampton by Hilton hotels, today announced its number one ranking on Entrepreneurmagazine’s annual Franchise 500® list for the third year in a… Read the full news article
Fairmont Bali Slated to Open 2016 Toronto,2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Fairmont Hotels & Resorts today announced a new development on the southern coast of Bali, Indonesia scheduled to open in 2016. Perched on a ‘bukit’, or bluff, on the spectacular Balinese coastline with a spectacular and unobstructed view of the Indian Ocean, Fairmont Bali will offer… Read the full news article
PARSIPPANY, N.J. – 2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company with nearly 7,260 hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), today announced the opening of the 230-key Wyndham San José Herradura Hotel & Conference Center in San José, Costa Rica, the second Wyndham® Hotels and Resorts property to open in the country’s capital… Read the full news article
2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Jörg Schiffmann has been appointed new Vice President Operations Steigenberger Business Hotels at Steigenberger Hotels and Resorts. Since the middle of November, he has been in charge of the implementation of strategic measures to review performance and to secure and continue to develop operational standards in the 35 Business Hotels operated by Steigenberger… Read the full news article
Contract for five hotels with Arcadia Hotel Hotelbetriebs GmbH Stuttgart 2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, has signed a franchise agreement with Arcadia Hotelbetriebs GmbH Stuttgart to develop five hotels in Germany and Austria, continuing the growth of its Holiday Inn Express brand. The new agreement with… Read the full news article
Palma de Mallorca, 2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Spanish hotel company Meliá Hotels International and the Greenland Group, one of the largest real estate group in China, have reached a strategic agreement today to join forces to pursue their growth internationally, inside and outside China, respectively. For Greenland Group, an immediate impact of the agreement will be… Read the full news article
Tokyo launch unites Hyatt’s boutique-style brand with world-renowned Japanese hospitality CHICAGO, 2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Mori Building Co., Ltd. announced today that their affiliates have signed an agreement to launch Andaz Tokyo, the first Andaz hotel in Japan. When it opens in the summer of 2014, Andaz Tokyo will join… Read the full news article
2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA), the national trade association representing all sectors and stakeholders in the lodging industry, today released its 2013 schedule of industry events, which includes investment conferences, fundraisers, and industry tradeshows. These events provide forums for members to network with top executives, stay engaged on key issues… Read the full news article
Voluntary employee reviews show high marks for Hyatt’s workplace environment, culture and commitment to fostering success CHICAGO, 2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt has been recognized as one of the Top 50 Best Places to Work in 2013 by Glassdoor in its annual Employees’ Choice Awards. Glassdoor, a jobs and careers community website, compiles the annual award… Read the full news article
Behind every great wine list is an even greater woman 2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — At least that is the case for three of Dorchester Collection’s properties: 45 Park Lane, Le Meurice, and Hotel Principe di Savoia, whose head sommeliers are Vanessa Cinti, Estelle Touzet and Alessandra Veronesi respectively. Not only do these leading ladies provide expert… Read the full news article
PETALING JAYA, Malaysia – 2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Petaling Jaya has appointed Peter Webster as general manager. Peter is responsible for the operations and performance of the Hotel and its team of over 400 employees. “I am excited to welcome Peter Webster to Hilton Petaling Jaya. He brings to us more than 17 years of… Read the full news article
2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — For three years running, the team of skilled and experienced bartenders at The Bar at The Dorchester have secured the winning title at the annual National Championship Cocktail Competition, supplying the nation’s Champion Bartender – and subsequently the UK representative – at the Bartenders Guild Global Cocktail Competition, which follows shortly after…. Read the full news article
Give the gift of food with simple ideas from Pastry Chef Tara Sedor Seattle, U.S.A. – 2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Gift giving is just around the corner and Four Seasons Hotel Seattle and ART Restaurant are heating up the oven and grabbing canning jars for two homemade holiday gifts every stocking needs. With the recent launch of Taste, a new epicurean website by Four… Read the full news article
2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Gino Marasco has been named Hilton Orlando’s new director of sales according to Doug Gehret, the hotel’s general manager. Marasco will lead the sales efforts for the 1417-room Hilton Orlando which has twice been the winner of Hilton Worldwide’s corporate “Connie Award”. Recipients of this award, named after Conrad Hilton the company’s… Read the full news article
Resorts celebrate with exceptional value promotions through 2013 Hawaii, Maui, U.S.A. – 2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — Four Seasons Resorts Hawaii were named the top four hotels in Hawaii by Condé Nast Traveler in the 2013 Gold List – The World’s Best Places to Stay. All four resorts scored above 93 points out of a possible 100. The annual Gold List is… Read the full news article
First International Luxury Hospitality Brand to Enter Southwest China 2012-12-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. announces that The Ritz-Carlton, Chengdu, located in the heart of the capital of Sichuan province, will become the luxury hotel operator’s first flag in Southwest China, when it opens in summer 2013. Sichuan is renowned globally as the… Read the full news article
ATLANTA, GA – 2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mr. Horst Schulze, CEO and Chairman of Capella Hotels and Resorts is pleased to announce today that Capella’s Cabo San Lucas property, Capella Pedregal, has been honored with the coveted Five Diamond Award®, the highest level of rating for lodgings and restaurants administered by AAA. Situated on the side… Read the full news article
2012-12-13 — /travelprnews.com/ — In 2013, the British Pullman and Northern Belle, sister trains to the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express will be taking guests in style and comfort on a number of new exciting and interesting day trips across Great Britain, departing from a host of regional stations year-round. As leisure rail travel and the vintage era are… Read the full news article