Marriott International to roll out enhanced technology to meet the new health and safety challenges presented by the current pandemic environment

Company to roll out enhanced technology to help counter virus spread; new multi-pronged platform details increased safety measures for guests and associates BETHESDA, MD, 2020-Apr-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR), which for 92 years has been recognized as a hospitality leader for its commitment to quality, exacting standards, and rigorous training,… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resorts Hawaii launches Spotify music to bring the feeling of aloha to people across the world

Five Hawaiian resorts create distinct music journeys bringing the sounds of Four Seasons to guests across the world Hawaii, USA, 2020-Apr-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resorts Hawaii launches a Spotify music profile featuring custom playlists from the five Hawaii Resorts in the collection. With resorts on Oahu, Maui, Lanai and Hawaii Island, Four Seasons Resorts Hawaii… Read the full press release

Accor and Bureau Veritas to develop a label that will set the sanitary standards to help the hospitality and restaurant industry reopen with confidence

Paris, France, 2020-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Accor, a global leader in augmented hospitality, and Bureau Veritas, a world-leading provider in testing, inspection and certification, have joined forces to develop a label designed to certify that the appropriate safety standards and cleaning protocols have been achieved to allow businesses to reopen. Franck GERVAIS, CEO… Read the full press release

Deutsche Hospitality wins a “WELT Corporate Management Award” for displaying the highest level of innovation within the sector

Deutsche Hospitality comes first among 15 German hotel chains in the “Innovation” category of the 2020 “WELT Corporate Management Awards”. Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2020-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — “This award is a fabulous confirmation of our ability to innovate,” said Thomas Willms, CEO, Deutsche Hospitality. “The promise of quality our brands deliver goes… Read the full press release

IHG® announces global partnerships to support food banks and other food provision charities during the Covid-19 crisis

IHG’s True Hospitality for Good programme will support food bank and food provision charities across 70 countries Denham, United Kingdom, 2020-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has today (17 APRIL 2020) announced global partnerships to support food banks and other food provision charities in… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca shares at-home wellness tips

Casablanca, Morocco, 2020-Apr-21 — /Travel PR News/ — In this season of social distancing, many of us have been given the unexpected gift of more time. Now more than ever, we should use this time to focus on well-being to heal body and mind through self-care. Le Spa Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca Marie Cuvelier is here to… Read the full press release

Earth Day 50th anniversary: Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas showcases some of its most impactful green initiatives worldwide

Doha, Qatar, 2020-Apr-17 — /Travel PR News/ — 2020 marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. In honour of this milestone, Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas turns the lens on its sustainability champions with the release of a short video showcasing some of the company’s most impactful green initiatives worldwide. From reef rehabilitation to elephant conservation, Anantara’s… Read the full press release

Avani Hotels partners with fitness influencers to create series of home workout routines

BANGKOK, Thailand, 2020-Apr-17 — /Travel PR News/ — In these challenging times, with our lives disrupted and plans put on hold, Avani Hotels (www.avanihotels.com) is doing its bit to keep the spirits of the armchair travellers up by partnering with four fitness influencers to produce a series of simple AvaniFit-inspired home workout routines. Steph Elswood (@stephelswood)… Read the full press release

COVID-19: Choice Hotels joins Serta in providing bed donations to help address shortages at hospitals and medical facilities

ROCKVILLE, Md., 2020-Apr-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) is teaming up with Serta, Inc., the nation’s leading mattress brand, to contribute to its “Stay Home, Send Beds” initiative, which is providing bed donations to help address nationwide shortages at hospitals and temporary medical facilities caused by the COVID-19 pandemic…. Read the full press release

COVID-19: Hyatt launches the Hyatt Care Fund to support colleagues with financial needs

Program supports colleagues with pressing financial needs due to COVID-19 CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Apr-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the hospitality industry around the world, leading to temporary leaves or significantly reduced work schedules for many members of the global Hyatt family. In a focused effort to help the colleagues who… Read the full press release

Hilton Singapore’s Iftar Sky Dining Pop-Up Buffet Experience returns for the fourth consecutive year

This Ramadhan, enjoy break fast with a plethora of over 90 seasonal and international delights amidst panoramic sunset views at Level 24 SINGAPORE, 2020-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Gather with associates, friends and family this Ramadhan and break fast in style at Hilton Singapore’s Iftar Sky Dining Pop-Up Buffet Experience for the fourth consecutive year…. Read the full press release

Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana opens new roof lounge bar Isabel Lounge

The new roof lounge bar celebrates Brazil-inspired flavors RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil, 2020-Mar-13 — /Travel PR News/ — With a cosmopolitan atmosphere, typical of big cities, but without losing Rio’s charm and bohemian style, Isabel Lounge at Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana opens its doors to be a portrait of the Rio de Janeiro that everyone… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Prague presented with Five-Star hotel award by Forbes Travel Guide

  For the first time in history, a hotel in the Czech Republic has earned this prestigious accolade; Ava Spa at Four Seasons also honoured Prague, Czech Republic, 2020-Mar-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Forbes Travel Guide, the world-renowned rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas, has presented Four Seasons Hotel Prague with a Five-Star hotel award. … Read the full press release

LUX* North Malé Atoll Resort & Villas offers an exciting Easter programme

Male, Maldives, 2020-Mar-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Escape to a whimsical world inspired by Alice in Wonderland at LUX* North Malé Atoll Resort & Villas this Easter. Since the resort opened in February 2019, LUX* North Malé Atoll has been bringing larger-than-life parties to guests – this Easter will see some of the most memorable… Read the full press release

Hilton McLean Tysons Corner appoints Scott Hamilton as general manager

MCLEAN, Va., 2020-Mar-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton McLean Tysons Corner, owned by Park Hotels & Resorts and managed by Hilton Management Services, has appointed Scott Hamilton as general manager. Most recently, Hamilton served as resident manager at Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort. In his new role, Hamilton will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations… Read the full press release

The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel welcomes Dale Johnson as director of operations

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 2020-Mar-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel has announced the appointment of Dale Johnson as director of operations of the 248-room property. Prior to joining the hotel, Johnson was the general manager of the 169-room DoubleTree by Hilton Campbell – Pruneyard Plaza in California. “We are delighted to welcome Dale… Read the full press release

Clarion Pointe surpasses 50 hotels open or in the pipeline

ROCKVILLE, Md., 2020-Mar-06 — /Travel PR News/ —  Clarion Pointe, a midscale select-service brand extension franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), has now surpassed 50 hotels open or in the pipeline. With eight open Clarion Pointe hotels and two dozen more on track to open this year alone, the brand’s portfolio is satisfying high demand… Read the full press release

Raja Navy (Royal Thai Navy) – Citi wins the 2nd Annual Elephant Boat Race and River Festival

Doha, Qatar, 2020-Mar-06 — /Travel PR News/ — After three days of fun festivities on the banks of Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River, the 2nd Annual Elephant Boat Race and River Festival wrapped up on Sunday with the Raja Navy (Royal Thai Navy) – Citi winning the royal trophy graciously granted by His Majesty King Maha… Read the full press release

Deutsche Hospitality brings Zleep Hotels brand in the Czech Republic

Deutsche Hospitality to add Prague to its portfolio of locations  Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2020-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Deutsche Hospitality is set to continue its expansion into new markets by launching Zleep Hotels in the Czech Republic for the first time. The new Zleep Hotel Prague is scheduled to open in 2024 as… Read the full press release

Deutsche Hospitality announces appointments at Steigenberger Airport Hotel in Berlin and IntercityHotel Hauptbahnhof Berlin

Peter Mikkelsen named Area Manager Berlin with immediate effect/Steffi Wisotzky in charge of the Steigenberger Airport Hotel in Berlin from 1 April 2020/Katrin Schissler takes charge at the IntercityHotel Hauptbahnhof Berlin Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2020-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — New management structure in Berlin: Peter B. Mikkelsen has been appointed Area General Manager… Read the full press release

Joie de Vivre Hotels welcomes Ambassador Chicago into its diverse, boutique properties

Newest addition to the lifestyle hotel brand prepares for a refresh CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Ambassador Chicago is proud to announce it is joining Hyatt lifestyle hotel brand Joie de Vivre Hotels, which includes a collection of diverse, boutique properties inspired by their surroundings. Located at 1301 N. State Parkway in Chicago’s Gold Coast,… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces thoughtful Americas growth for The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand

New openings signify Hyatt’s commitment to offering unique experiences and care for guests within sought-after destinations CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (March 4, 2020) thoughtful Americas growth for The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand, including new openings, brand transitions, and development plans within rich locales with… Read the full press release

Sofitel Inle Lake Myat Min marks its 1st anniversary with the launch of Myanmar’s first luxury wellness programme

Luxury boutique resort Sofitel Inle Lake Myat Min blends French art de vivre with traditional wellness treatments on the banks of the breath-taking UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Inle Lake, Myanmar, 2020-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Overlooking an enchanting patchwork of shimmering waters, rolling hills and rice fields, Sofitel Inle Lake Myat Min is redefining the… Read the full press release

Accor announces signing of the historic Carton House, the first Fairmont brand in Ireland

Accor is taking over the management of the existing Carton House while it undergoes a full refurbishment to the Fairmont brand London & Dublin, UK, 2020-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Accor, the leading augmented hospitality group, today (March 2, 2020) announced that it is bringing the Fairmont brand to Ireland with the signing of… Read the full press release

The 297-room 21c Museum Hotel Chicago – MGallery Hotel Collection now open

The latest addition to MGallery’s global portfolio has opened in Chicago’s River North Neighborhood Chicago, IL, 2020-Mar-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The latest addition to the MGallery Hotel Collection opened on February 4 in downtown Chicago. The 297-room boutique hotel, which is combined with a renowned multi-venue art museum, brings a jolt of contemporary… Read the full press release

Steigenberger Hotels AG announces signing of the Steigenberger Kongress Hotel Frankfurt Airport

The Steigenberger Kongress Hotel Frankfurt Airport will complement the Gateway Gardens quarter from 2024 Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2020-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Frankfurt’s newest quarter Gateway Gardens is about to gain a conference and meetings centre. Steigenberger Hotels AG and the property developer Groß & Partner have signed an agreement to create one… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Group unveils newly renovated Radisson Blu 1919 hotel in Reykjavik, Iceland

BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2020-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group is excited to reveal the result of the renovation of Radisson Blu 1919 hotel in Reykjavik, Iceland. The 100-year-old property has been revitalized for its birthday, with a nod to Nordic simplicity. “The Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel is a Reykjavik landmark showcasing local architectural… Read the full press release

Rosewood Hotel Group continues on a steady path of growth with new signings and openings

With 32 projects under development, the Group’s pipeline is the strongest in its history Hong Kong, China, 2020-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Rosewood Hotel Group and its inspiring brands – Rosewood Hotels & Resorts®, New World Hotels & Resorts™, and KHOS™ – continues on a steady path of growth with new signings and openings… Read the full press release

Hyatt announces Grand Hyatt branded hotel in the Holy City of Makkah in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

The 756-room property will mark the first hotel under the Grand Hyatt brand in the Holy City of Makkah CHICAGO, IL, 2020-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today (March 1, 2020) that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Umm Alqura for development and construction of a Grand… Read the full press release

$50 million dollar renovation unveiled for Hilton Myrtle Beach Resort and Embassy Suites Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort

Renovation of Hilton Myrtle Beach Resort to be completed by June 2020 MYRTLE BEACH, S.C., 2020-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — EOS Investors LLC (EOS), a privately held real estate investment firm, has unveiled plans for a multi-phase $50 million dollar renovation of the Kingston Resorts® properties, beginning with a comprehensive $20 million dollar investment in the Hilton Myrtle… Read the full press release